As 2023 comes to a close, we look back and highlight the new releases that stood-out. Join us as we discuss honorable mentions and pick our fav albums of the year. Happy New Year! PJ Harvey - I Inside the Old Year Dying (Andy)Peter Gabriel - I/O (Don)Charles Wesley...
Join us for our annual holiday extravaganza as we review some of the best selling Christmas albums of all time. Plus we get plenty of holiday album picks from friends and listeners. Cozy up by the fire and enjoy a warm cup of your favorite nerds. Happy Holidays! Susan...
Besides being known for rain and coffee, Seattle has a rich musical history. From as far back as Jimi Hendrix, through the grunge movement of the 90s, to the Sub Pop label that's still relevant today - something about the city seems to inspire good music. On today's...
We often end up focusing on albums from early in the careers of our favorite artists, when they're at the supposed peak of their creative powers. On today's show we take a listen to the latest releases from some of our favorite legendary artists. Nas - Magic 3...
The 2010s saw country music continue to thrive as it increasingly merged with other popular genres. On today's show, we talk over 3 records from Billboard's staff list of the top country albums of the decade. Kacey Musgraves - Golden Hour (Andy)Keith Urban - Ripcord...
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...
The top of the Billboard charts in the mid-80s is packed with a surprisingly diverse collection of stars like Whitney Houston, ZZ Top and Phil Collins. If you love squeaky clean production (and who doesn't), get on your legwarmers and settle-in as we revisit some of...
Prince's classic album Purple Rain is often lauded not only as a high point in his career, but also in popular music. The album acts as a soundtrack of sorts for the film of the same name, but ultimately its an intimate record about Prince himself. Join us as we dive...
Few of the sub-genres we cover on the show are as nerdy as prog rock. From the intricate, long compositions to the sci-fi infused lyrics - 70s prog rock pushed the boundaries of rock music and helped bring nerds into the limelight. On today's show we discuss 3 iconic...
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...