This week we're discussing every album by Shellac. After covering Big Black and Rapeman in past episodes, it was only a matter of time before we eventually got to Shellac. However, due to the unexpected and tragic loss of Steve Albini this year, this episode is bittersweet. They were a fantastic band that we're happy to dissect in detail here.
Read MoreEpisode 93: Slint
This week we’re discussing every album by Slint. To say this band holds a place in Mike’s heart is a dangerous understatement, as you can tell by the length of this episode. Slint, from Louisville, KY, became the stuff of legend after their second and final album, Spiderland, singlehandedly invented post rock. These guys were brilliant, devastatingly talented, and one of a kind. Dig it.
Read MoreEpisode 47: Big Black
This week we discuss legendary recording engineer Steve Albini’s first band, Big Black. If you aren’t familiar with Steve Albini, let’s just say the man is as real as it comes with independent music and has recorded damn near everyone for about 20 bucks per album. Big Black paved the way for noise rock, industrial, and grunge with their ear-piercing, buzz saw guitars, drum machines, and highly controversial lyrical themes. These guys were truly special and hold up well after all these years. However, they might destroy your speakers if you play them too loud, so be careful.
Closing track: “Passing Complexion” from Atomizer (1986)
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Mike’s Picks:
Songs About Fucking (1987) — Best Album
Racer X EP (1984) — Personal Favorite
Headache EP (1987) — Worst Record
Alex’s Picks:
Atomizer (1986) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
Headache EP (1987) — Worst Record
Albums we discussed this episode…
Lungs EP (1982)
Bulldozer EP (1983)
Racer X EP (1984)
Atomizer (1986)
Headache EP (1987)
Songs About Fucking (1987)
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