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...
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...
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...
'Once upon a time' and 'happily ever after' are the fairly tale standards, but what about for music? Which albums have the best opening and closing cuts? On today's show, we talk over 3 albums that start and finish with moments of greatness. Grateful Dead - American...
Southern rock is kind of a tricky genre to pin down. It had it's hey-day in the 70s, but lives on today in various forms and fusions with other genres. On today's show we discuss a foundational southern rock record, as well some modern day interpretations of the...
New release recommendations from Seattle-based blues rock guitarist Ayron Jones. And Cleveland Ohio punk rock group Cloud Nothings deliver one of their most consistent albums to date. Plus a new segment featuring listener picks we're calling Stray Cats. Today's show...
New release recommendations from New Orleans dance and RnB artist Dawn Richard. And a poetic country album from Texan Vincent Neil Emerson. Our Old Dog picks feature a taste of New Orleans jazz from clarinetist George Lewis. Plus the influential debut record from...
New album recommendations from alt-country group American Aquarium, Canadian/Colombian artist Lido Pimienta, thrash metal group Annihilator, and Chicago-based grunge band Melkbelly. Plus classic albums from the reconstructed rock group Blind Melon. And an influential...
New album recommendations from hard rock group Whitechapel, indie country artist Cody Jinks (yes another one), San Fran 2-piece Moon Duo, and post grunge band Alter Bridge. Plus classic albums from drum and base legend Roni Size and music anomaly Unified Theory....
New album recommendations from Chicago-based metal group Exile, singer-songwriter David Berman, country star Tyler Chidlers, and a posthumous release from Prince. Plus classic albums from grunge mainstay Pearl Jam and psychedlic rockers Tame Impala. Here’s the full...