This week we’re discussing the last remaining albums by the Melvins. This is the most current era of the band, spanning from 2012 to 2021. Easily the least predictable batch of albums compared to the rest, due to the revolving door lineup changes. Countless guest appearances, the introduction of Steve McDonald, as well as a bona fide Butthole Surfers supergroup. As usual, Buzz and Dale continue to not disappoint.
Read MoreEpisode 118: Mother Love Bone
This week we’re discussing every album by Mother Love Bone. Credited (along with Green River—check out our episode on them) with pioneering grunge, Mother Love Bone’s promising career was cut short after the sudden death of frontman Andrew Wood. As a result, members Jeff Ament and Stone Gossard went on to form Temple of the Dog (as a tribute to Wood) and eventually Pearl Jam. While Mother Love Bone’s music sounds more alternative metal than grunge, they were still paramount to the scene in Seattle. Good stuff.
Read MoreEpisode 107: Temple of the Dog
This week we’re discussing the only album by grunge supergroup Temple of the Dog. As a tribute to Mother Love Bone singer Andrew Wood, Chris Cornell recruited Soundgarden drummer Matt Cameron, as well as almost every member of Pearl Jam (Eddie Vedder, Jeff Ament, Stone Gossard, and Mike McCready). This is a somber and beautiful record that most grunge fans simply must hear. Every grunge fan except Alex, who hates it for some reason.
Read MoreEpisode 104: Green River
This week we’re discussing every album by Green River. Credited as the first ever grunge band, Green River walked so bands like Nirvana, Melvins, Mudhoney, and Pearl Jam could run. Singer Mark Arm and guitarist Steve Turner went on to form Mudhoney, while bassist Jeff Ament and guitarist Stone Gossard went on to form Pearl Jam with Eddie Vedder. One of the most influential bands in rock music, but the jury is out on how well they hold up.
Read MoreEpisode 100: Melvins (Pt. 1)
We’ve finally made it to episode 100 and to celebrate, we’re discussing every album by the Melvins from 1987-1997. This is our first multi-part episode, which is a trend we plan on continuing from now on. Made up of core members Buzz Osborne (aka King Buzzo) on guitar/vocals and Dale Crover on drums, the Melvins are most known for pioneering sludge metal. However, they remain musically unpredictable and innovative to this day. They’re a one of a kind band you simply must hear. Mike’s brother Robert joins us once again on this episode to offer his insane opinions and helpful insight on this wonderful band.
Read MoreEpisode 70: Soundgarden
This week we’re discussing the almighty Soundgarden. Although they are technically considered pioneers of grunge, these guys transcended genres and were some of the most brilliant songwriters to ever gain massive mainstream success. The suicide of frontman Chris Cornell in 2017 put a tragic end to their successful reunion, in addition to breaking Mike’s heart for a legit 2 years. This is a great episode, everyone.
Closing track: “4th of July” from Superunknown (1994)
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Mike’s Picks:
Superunknown (1994) — Best Album
Badmotorfinger (1991) — Personal Favorite
Screaming Life/Fopp (1987/1988) — Worst Record
Down on the Upside (1996) — Least Favorite
Alex’s Picks:
Badmotorfinger (1991) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
Down on the Upside (1996) — Worst Album, Least Favorite
Albums we discussed this episode…
Screaming Life/Fopp (1987/1988)
Ultramega OK (1988)
Louder Than Love (1989)
Badmotorfinger (1991)
Superunknown (1994)
Down on the Upside (1996)
King Animal (2012)
Episode 41: The Fluid
This week we talk about the most obscure band we’ve covered yet, The Fluid. This band was requested by listener Colt. Neither Alex nor Mike had ever heard of this band prior to this episode, so we’re all going in blind together. The Fluid started out as a straightforward punk band in the mid to late 80s, but then evolved into an energetic rock ‘n’ roll/grunge hybrid. Interesting band, even if not everyone’s cup of tea.
Closing track: “Nick of Time” from Clear Black Paper (1988)
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Mike’s Picks:
Roadmouth (1989) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
Freak Magnet EP (1989) — Worst Record
Punch N Judy (1986) — Least Favorite
Alex’s Picks:
Roadmouth (1989) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
Purplemetalflakemusic (1992) — Worst Album
Albums we discussed this episode…
Punch N Judy (1986)
Clear Black Paper (1988)
Freak Magnet EP (1989)
Roadmouth (1989)
Glue EP (1990)
Purplemetalflakemusic (1992)
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