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...
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Rainy Day Albums (The National, Philip Glass, Ours)
There's nothing better than a rainy afternoon and a good record to get all up in your feelings. What makes a great rainy day record though? On today's episode we discuss a batch of records that get us drenched. The National - Boxer (2007)Philip Glass - Glassworks...
Fiona Apple, The Naked Six, The Chats, and More
New album recommendations from folk-rock vet Fiona Apple, UK-based indie-rockers Naked Six, Australian 'shed-rock' 3-piece The Chats, and the hilarious country group Hot Country Knights. Plus classic albums from Afro-beat multi-instrumentalist Sinkane. And a record...
American Aquarium, Lido Pimienta, Annihilator, and More
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...
Pearl Jam, Kvelertak, Gabe Lee, and More
New album recommendations from rock group Pearl Jam, Norwegian metal group Kvelertak, Nashville country artist Gabe Lee, and hip-hop group Superego. Plus classic albums from folk rock legend John Prine and post rock duo Wye Oak. Here’s the full list of album...
Happy Canada Day, Eh (Future Nostalgia, Lift Your Skinny Fists Like Antennas to Heaven)
We pay tribute to Canada and all the great music that comes from our neighbors to the north. Highlights include The Sheepdogs and Godspeed You! Black Emperor. Pour on some poutine and nerd it up!...