Synopsis
Snippets of conversations regarding a wide array of music and how it makes our lives that much sweeter. It's casual commentary without any pretense and we wouldn't have it any other way!
Episodes
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Ep. 240 - Turntable Round Table (Vol. 43)
28/04/2021 Duration: 28minWelcome to the Turntable Round Table!Here’s what the crew were into this past week. Give ‘em a listen and see what you think!Don’s PickBill Callahan – “Eid Ma Clack Shaw” from Sometimes I Wish We Were An Eagle (2009)Mark’s PickJudas Priest – “Running Wild” from Killing Machine / Hell Bent For Leather (1978)Craig’s PickDinosaur Jr. – “And Me” from Sweep It Into Space (2021)Kevin’s PickWhatitdo Archive Group – “Ethiopian Airlines” from The Black Stone Affair (1973 / 2021)Juan’s PickJeff Rosenstock – “Airwalks (Alt)” from Ska Dream (2021)Support the show
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Ep. 239 - Tuesday Triple Play (Vol. 96)
27/04/2021 Duration: 16minFor this week’s #TuesdayTriplePlay, Kevin explores 3 new releases. The mix includes hard rock, rockabilly, and indie folk.Silver Synthetic – Silver Synthetic (2021) Sample Track: “Unchain Your Heart"Rhiannon Gidens with Francesco Turrisi – They’re Calling Me Home (2021) Sample Track: “Waterbound"NubiyanTwist – Freedom Fables (2021) Sample Track: “Ma Wonka (feat. Pat Thomas)" Support the show
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Ep. 238 - The First Song On A Debut Album
23/04/2021 Duration: 01h02minToday we discuss debut albums, but more specifically, the first song on a debut album. Without the benefit of a single, this song theoretically serves as an introduction to the world. We explore some of the more classic introductions as well as some songs that might be a bit overlooked. Song Samples from the Discussion:Steely Dan – “Do It Again” from Can’t Buy A Thrill (1972)The Doors – “Break On Through (To The Other Side)” from The Doors (1967)Van Halen – “Running With The Devil” from Van Halen (1978)Jimi Hendrix – “Purple Haze” from Are You Experienced? (1967)The Black Crowes – “Twice As Hard” from Shake Your Money Maker (1990)Living Colour – “Cult Of Personality” from Vivid (1988) The Cars – “Let The Good Times Roll” from The Cars (1978)U2 – “I Will Follow” from Boy (1980)Phish – “Fee” from Junta (1988)Interpol – “Untitled” from Turn On The Bright Lights (2002)Joanna Newsom – “Bridges & Balloons” from Milk-Eyed Mender (2004)Boston – “More Than A Feeling” from Boston (1976)Violent Femmes – “Blister
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Ep. 237 - Turntable Round Table (Vol. 42)
21/04/2021 Duration: 32minWelcome to the Turntable Round Table!Here’s what the crew were into this past week. Give ‘em a listen and see what you think!Juan’s PickMedeski Martin & Wood – “Seven Deadlies” from Tonic (2000)Don’s PickEl Ten Eleven – “My Only Swerving” from El Ten Eleven (2005)Shawn’s PickThe Pink Stones – “Love Me Hardly” from Introducing…The Pink Stones (2021)Tom’s PickPeter Gabriel – “Kiss That Frog” from Us (1992)Craig’s PickLee Morgan – “Once In A Lifetime” from The Rajah (1966)Support the show
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Ep. 236 - Tuesday Triple Play (Vol. 95)
20/04/2021 Duration: 22minCraig uses Bandcamp as his inspiration for this week’s #TuesdayTriplePlay and features a mix rhythm & blues, shoegaze & post-rock and garage inspired indie rock. Songs FeaturedNick Waterhouse – Promenade Blue (2021)Sample Track: "Vincentine"Submotile – Sonic Day Codas (2021)Sample Track: "Microdose"Born Ruffians – Pulp (2021)Sample Track: "Beyond The Lightning"Support the show
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Ep. 235 - The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame...Continued
16/04/2021 Duration: 34minToday we dive a little deeper into our conversation regarding the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. We start by reviewing a list of fan votes for 2021 (at the time of the recording) then Shawn provides us with his list of “if this band is in, why not this band”. We could go on for weeks about this subject, so we hope you enjoy our ramblings! Song Samples from the Discussion:Fela Kuti – “Zombie” from Zombie (1976)Foo Fighters – “I’ll Stick Around” from Foo Fighters (1995) The Go-Go’s – “Our Lips Are Sealed” from Beauty & The Beat (1981)Pat Benatar – “Heartbreaker” from In The Heat Of The Night (1979) Duran Duran – “Girls On Film” from Duran Duran (1981) George Michael – “Freedom” from Listen Without Prejudice (1990) Carly Simon – “You’re So Vain” from No Secrets (1972) The Smiths – “How Soon Is Now?” from Meat Is Murder (1985)Diana Ross – “Ain't No Mountain High Enough” from Diana Ross (1970)Support the show
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Ep. 234 - Turntable Round Table (Vol. 41)
14/04/2021 Duration: 28minWelcome to the Turntable Round Table!Here’s what the crew were into this past week. Give ‘em a listen and see what you think!Kevin’s PickChris Rea – “The Road To Hell, Pt. 2” from The Road To Hell (1989)Juan’s PickGuided By Voices– “Game Of Pricks” from Alien Lanes(1994)Shawn’s PickFleet Foxes – “Wading in Waist-High Water” from Shore (2020)Mark’s PickThe Doobie Brothers – “Another Park, Another Sunday” from What Were Once Vices Are Now Habits (1974)Tom’s PickBig Country – “Close Action” from The Crossing (1983)Don’s PickXIXA– “May They Call Us Home” from Genesis(2021)Craig’s PickThe Flamin’ Groovies – “Whiskey Woman” from Teenage Head (1971)Support the show
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Ep. 233 - Tuesday Triple Play (Vol. 94)
13/04/2021 Duration: 15minFor this week’s #TuesdayTriplePlay, Kevin explores 3 new releases. The mix includes hard rock, rockabilly, and indie folk.Smith/Kotzen – Smith/Kotzen (2021) Sample Track: “Running" Betty Sue & The Hot Dots – A Coffee and a Cigarette (2021) Sample Track: “Try To Forget You"Ryley Walker – Course In Fable (2021) Sample Track: “Striking Down Your Big Premiere" Support the show
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Ep. 232 - Who Am I? V4
09/04/2021 Duration: 18minToday we offer up another edition of “Who Am I”, where Shawn provides us up to 10 facts about a particular artist or group until we’re able to guess the correct answer...or not. Will Kevin's win streak finally end? Only one way to find out!Support the show
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Ep. 231 - Turntable Round Table (Vol. 40)
07/04/2021 Duration: 29minWelcome to the Turntable Round Table!Here’s what the crew were into this past week. Give ‘em a listen and see what you think!Juan’s PickFloating Points, Pharoah Sanders and the London Symphony Orchestra – “Movement 2” from Promises (2021)Shawn’s PickHobex – “Feelin’ A Little Down” from The Payback EP (1996)Kevin’s PickLabi Siffre – “My Song” from Crying Laughing Loving Lying (1972)Craig’s PickLibido – “In My Shadow” from Killing Some Dead Time (1998)Support the show
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Ep. 230 - Tuesday Triple Play (Vol. 93)
06/04/2021 Duration: 18minFor this week’s #TuesdayTriplePlay, Craig pieces together a playlist with a nice build up and subtle wind down; featuring new releases from artists that cover a wide territory ranging from Jazz to Soul to Indie Pop. Songs FeaturedGreg Skaff – Polaris (2021)Sample Track: "Caminando"Jon Batiste – We Are (2021)Sample Track: "Tell The Truth"Wild Pink – A Billion Little Lights (2021)Sample Track: "Pacific City”Support the show
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Ep. 229 - Covered Up
02/04/2021 Duration: 45minToday we explore the wonderful world of cover tunes! Do you remember when you heard someone cover a familiar song only to be shocked by who was performing it? What about when one of your favorite artists performs a song that’s completely unexpected? Or when you learned that a hit song you grew up with was actually written someone else? Craig’s SelectionAlex Chilton – “Jumping Jack Flash” (The Rolling Stones) from Free Again: The 1970 Sessions (2012) Juan’s SelectionGalaxie 500 – “Isn’t It A Pity” (George Harrison) from On Fire (1989) Don’s SelectionPhish – “Loving Cup” (The Rolling Stones) from Live Phish 03: 9.14.00 - Darien Lake Performing Arts Center, Darien Center, New YorkMark’s SelectionMesser Chups – “Munster Theme” (Theme from The Munsters) from Heretic Channel (2008)Tom’s SelectionGloria Jones – “Tainted Love” (Soft Cell released their cover in 1981) from My Bad Boy’s Coming Home (1965) Kevin’s SelectionHalestorm – “Empire State Of Mind” (Jay-Z / Alicia Keys) from Halestorm In The Live Room (EP)
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Ep. 228 - Turntable Round Table (Vol. 39)
31/03/2021 Duration: 34minWelcome to the Turntable Round Table!Here’s what the crew were into this past week. Give ‘em a listen and see what you think!Juan’s PickTalking Heads – “Warning Sign” from The Name Of The Band Is Talking Heads (1982)Kevin’s PickLedward Kaapana – “Punahoa Special” from Black Sand (2006)Tom’s PickCass McCombs – “Sleeping Volcanoes” from Tip Of The Sphere (2019)Don’s PickPhish – “Cities” (Talking Heads Cover) from Slip Stitch & Pass (1997)Craig’s PickHowlies – “Sea Level” from Trippin’ With Howlies (2009)Mark’s PickSquirrel Nut Zippers – “Put A Lid On It” from Hot (1997)Support the show
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Ep. 227 - Tuesday Triple Play (Vol. 92)
30/03/2021 Duration: 21minFor this week’s #TuesdayTriplePlay, Kevin explores 3 new releases from three veteran artists/bands. The mix includes rock and prog rock.Transatlantic – The Absolute Universe (2021) Sample Track: “Heart Like a Whirlwind"Steve Lukather – I Found The Sun Again (2021) Sample Track: “Along For The Ride"Saga – Symmetry (2021) Sample Track: “Tired World"Support the show
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Ep. 226 - If We Controlled The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame
26/03/2021 Duration: 01h15minWhat if you had control of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for a day? Well, Shawn threw out that very scenario and asked each of us to select the newest inductee. Today we state our case.Shawn’s Pick – Mötley CrüeJuan’s Pick – King CrimsonMark’s Pick – Jethro TullDon’s Pick – Tom MorelloCraig’s Pick – Harry NilssonKevin’s Pick – Iron MaidenTom’s Pick – SupertrampSupport the show
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Ep. 225 - Turntable Round Table (Vol. 38)
24/03/2021 Duration: 32minWelcome to the Turntable Round Table!Here’s what the crew were into this past week. Give ‘em a listen and see what you think!Don’s PickThe Glands – “Lovetown” from The Glands (2000)Shawn’s PickThe Chameleons – “As High As You Can Go” from Script Of The Bridge (1983)Craig’s PickAlex De Grassi – “Western” from Southern Exposure (1983)Kevin’s PickRobin Trower / Maxi Priest / Livingstone Brown – “Sunrise Revolution” from United State Of Mind (2020)Mark’s PickVulfpeck – “Game Winner” from Thrill Of The Arts (2015)Juan’s PickBuena Vista Social Club – “El Cuarto de Tula” from Buena Vista Social Club (1997) Support the show
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Ep. 224 - Tuesday Triple Play (Vol. 91)
23/03/2021 Duration: 17minFor this week’s #TuesdayTriplePlay, Craig spotlights 3 newer releases and puts together a playlist of songs the build sonically; starting with some progressive folk, shifting to jazz infused funk and capping things off with some gritty dream pop.Songs FeaturedJim Ghedi – In The Furrows Of Common Place (2021)Sample Track: "Beneath The Willow"Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio – I Told You So (2021)Sample Track: "Fo Sho"Teenage Wrist – Earth Is Not A Black Hole (2021)Sample Track: "Wasting Time”Support the show
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Ep. 223 - Craig's Recommendation Playlist
19/03/2021 Duration: 28minOur normal conversation is replaced this week with a playlist for your listening pleasure. This time out, Craig provides some recommendations for each member of the group!Recommendations for:TomJennah Barry – “No Dancer” from Holiday (2020)MarkThe Fast Camels – “Blissful Serenity” from Full Of Strange (2019)KevinFoxhall Stacks – “The Old Me” from The Coming Collapse (2019)ShawnPendant – “Dovetail” from Through A Coil (2019)JuanConner Youngblood – “Stockholm” from Cheyenne (2018)DonMaverick Sabre – “Preach” from When I Wake Up (2019)Support the show
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Ep. 222 - Turntable Round Table (Vol. 37)
17/03/2021 Duration: 45minWelcome to the Turntable Round Table!Here’s what the crew were into this past week. Give ‘em a listen and see what you think!Shawn’s PickMarvin Gaye – “Here, My Dear” from Here, My Dear (1978)Craig’s PickOutrageous Cherry – “Beginning Of The End Of The Night” from Meet You In The Shadows (2018)Don’s PickBaxter Dury – “Carla’s Got A Boyfriend” from The Night Chancers (2020)Tom’s Pick Linda Ronstadt – “The Long Way Around” from Hand Sown ... Home Grown (1969)Kevin’s PickThe Fleshtones – “You Gotta Love, Love” from Face Of The Screaming Werewolf (2021)Mark’s PickRoy Eldridge – “Yard Dog” from The Complete Verve Roy Eldridge Studio Sessions (1950-1960)Juan’s PickAnimal Collective – “Chores” from Strawberry Jam (2007)Support the show
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Ep. 221 - Tuesday Triple Play (Vol. 90)
16/03/2021 Duration: 16minFor this week’s #TuesdayTriplePlay, Kevin explores 3 new releases from a variety of genres. The mix includes blues, hard rock, & folk.Bai Kamara Jr. & The Voodoo Sniffers – Salone (2020) Sample Track: “Can’t Wait Here Too Long" Hunted By Elephants – Carry On (2021) Sample Track: “Carry On"Valerie June – The Moon And Stars: Prescriptons For Dreamers (2021) Sample Track: “Call Me A Fool (feat. Carla Thomas)" Support the show