AHHHH! Every once in awhile you gotta get it out. Music is a great release for anything that might make you angry. On today's show we explore three albums that deal with anger in different ways. Scream into a pillow and join us for a little music therapy. Machine Head...
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Hidden Gems (Talk Talk, Brad)
Many worthy records never receive the recognition they deserve. Promotion, timing and accessibility often get in the way of great art finding its way to the people that might appreciate it the most. On today's show we talk over two album gems from bands that never...
Grew to Love (Death Grips, The The, Green Day)
Some albums are love at first listen, but other's take a bit more time to reveal their true value. Whether it's a bad first listen, miss-placed expectations or just being the wrong age - some albums take time to love. Join us as we discuss some of our favorites. Death...
Red Hot Chili Peppers – Blood Sugar Sex Magik
With a title like Blood Sugar Sex Magik, you might expect the music to be graphic, loud and a little weird - and you wouldn't be wrong. The Chili Peppers 1991 effort with producer Rick Rubin is stuffed with lots of big ideas, sounds and personalities. Join for a...
Pearl Jam – Ten
Pearl Jam's debut record became an iconic part of the alternative rock (yes, grunge) movement of the early 1990s. Their anthemic hooks, flashy guitars and emotive vocals made them fan and media favorites. Join us as we look back on the album, the era and how it all...
Double Albums (Miles Davis, The Cure, The Beatles)
Time to get comfy and put on some double albums. On today's show we discuss some of our favorite (dare I say classic) double albums. Miles Davis - Bitches Brew (Andy)The Cure - Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me (Don)The Beatles - The Beatles (Dude) What do you think of these...
VMA Winners (Taylor Swift, REM, The Cars)
Over the last few decades, the VMA's have been a plentiful source of meme-worthy moments from the day's most popular musicians. On today's show we discuss records from three Video of the Year winners and talk over some of our favorite music videos. Taylor Swift -...
In the Movies (Stealers Wheel, The Replacements, Queen)
Sometimes songs are as important to a film as the images. Iconic scenes are often paired with a classic song. On today's show we talk about albums that feature a song that's forever etched into our memories by a movie. Stealers Wheel - Stealers Wheel (Andy)The...
Protest Music (Rage Against the Machine, Phil Ochs, Public Enemy)
Protest songs are a pivotal part of social and political change. Issues ranging from human rights to war and prohibition have benefited from music written about their causes. On today's show we dive into 3 albums that focus on creating change. Rage Against the Machine...
1990 (Sonic Youth, Pet Shop Boys, Alice In Chains)
1990 was a transitional year in music. The synth heavy sound of the 80s was transforming, hip-hop and new jack swing were becoming part of mainstream culture and a new 'dirty' type of rock was taking shape out west. Join us as we recount some memories of the era and...