This week we’re discussing every album by The Smalls. From Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, The Smalls never got the recognition they deserved. This is likely due to the fact that they’re almost impossible to categorize. Equal parts thrash, punk, and post-hardcore, but with a prominent country western influence. Underrated and incredibly unique.
Read MoreMamaleek Is Black Metal Jazz and It Rules
This week we’re discussing Diner Coffee by Mamaleek. There is very little information about this band online, but they’re made up of two anonymous brothers who are either from San Francisco, Beirut, or both. Black metal, jazz, and chaotic Jesus Lizard-esque noise rock. This album is insane and you’ve got to check it out.
Read MoreEpisode 156: The Doors
This week we’re discussing every album by The Doors. Or, more accurately, all the albums with Jim Morrison. This band needs no introduction—Robby Krieger, Ray Manzarek, and John Densmore completed the original lineup of one of the most famous bands of all time. Everyone knows the hits, but how well do their full albums hold up?
Read MoreOur Top 5 Movie Soundtracks
This week we’re discussing our top 5 favorite movie soundtracks. Out of the gate, we already screwed up by not discussing what we meant by “soundtrack” with each other. Because of this, Alex strictly picked his 5 favorite soundtracks while Mike included his all-time favorite movie scores. There is indeed a distinction between the two. Either way, these are all incredible albums that you have to check out, regardless of whether or not you have any interest in their respective film.
Read MoreEpisode 155: Shiner
This week we’re discussing every album by Shiner. For those who don’t know, Shiner started out in the mid 90s as a straightforward but solid post-hardcore band. However, over the course of 4 albums and a recent reunion, they’ve evolved their sound into all kinds of unpredictable territories. Maybe not for everyone, but any fans of 90s alt rock, post-hardcore, and noise rock should give them a shot ASAP.
Read MoreLoose Ends: The Mars Volta's Reunion Album
This week we’re tying up some loose ends by discussing The Mars Volta’s new album. It’s been 10 years since their last record, Noctourniquet, and Omar Rodriguez-Lopez and Cedric Bixler-Zavala are back with a vastly different sound than we’re used to from them. We have some mixed feelings about it, but we remain optimistic. Be sure to check out our full episode on The Mars Volta, Episode 76.
Read MoreEpisode 154: Television
This week we’re discussing every album by Television. Known primarily because of their debut album, Marquee Moon, Television is one of the most influential rock bands of all time. Seriously, Marquee Moon has perfect critical scores across the board. Go ahead and check. We do a deep, deep dive into their insane history, as well as all three of their albums.
Read MoreBLEED HERE NOW Is Mike's First ToD Album
This week we’re discussing the new album by …And You Will Know Us By the Trail of Dead, XI: BLEED HERE NOW. This band has been around for a while, but this is Mike’s first time actually hearing them. Alex, on the other hand, has been a fan for years but fell off at some point. BLEED HERE NOW is a huge album that was recorded in quadrophonic sound. So if your stereo has 4 speakers, crank this one up.
Read MoreEpisode 153: Gravediggaz
This week we’re discussing every album by Gravediggaz. A short but incredible footnote in the RZA and Prince Paul’s careers, Gravediggaz pioneered horrorcore, a horror-inspired sub-genre of hip hop. Accompanied by Frukwan and Too Poetic, Gravediggaz’ debut album, 6 Feet Deep, is something you simply must hear. The rest… well, we discuss the rest.
Read MoreDanger Mouse & Black Thought Get Soulful
This week we’re discussing the new collab album between Danger Mouse and Black Thought (The Roots), Cheat Codes. Neither of these gentlemen need any introduction, and if you’re a fan, you likely won’t be disappointed with this record. Alex and Mike don’t see eye-to-eye on this one, big shocker, but it’s a solid album and worth a listen.
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Episode 152: The Ruins of Beverast
This week we’re discussing every album by The Ruins of Beverast. TROB is the brainchild of multi-instrumentalist Alexander Von Meilenwald, and if you haven’t heard of them, the world of metal has done you a disservice. This band began as a punishing black metal/doom metal hybrid, but has since evolved into one of the smartest and most interesting extreme metal bands around. Be warned though, this is some seriously brutal stuff.
Read MoreBlack Country, New Road Made Mike Cry
This week we’re discussing Ants From Up There by Black Country, New Road. If you haven’t heard of these guys, they’re spastic, unpredictable, and surprisingly emotional post-rock from the UK. This is a fascinating album on its own, but days before its release, singer/guitarist Isaac Wood left the band. While they are continuing without him, you have to hear this album to fully appreciate what that means.
Read MoreEpisode 151: DRI
This week we’re discussing every album by DRI, the Dirty Rotten Imbeciles. Led by singer Kurt Brecht and guitarist Spike Cassidy, DRI helped to pioneer crossover thrash (the hybrid of hardcore punk and thrash metal). They were the most explosive and speedy punk band in their formative years, but they quickly transitioned seamlessly into one of the best and most respected thrash bands. Play them loud and try not to speed if you do it while driving.
Read MoreHow Heavy Is the New Russian Circles Album?
This week we're taking a break from discographies to talk about the latest album by Russian Circles--Gnosis. For those who don't know, Russian Circles is an instrumental post-metal trio made up of Mike Sullivan (guitar), Dave Turncrantz (drums), and Brian Cook (bass). We're fans and we think you should be, too. If you like the band, chances are you'll like the new album, but it's probably safe to say it won't be winning over any skeptics.
Read MoreEpisode 150: Swans (Pt. 1)
This week we’re discussing every album by Swans from 1982-1986. Led by the unpredictable and immensely talented Michael Gira (and accompanied by long-time collaborators Norman Westberg and Jarboe), Swans is a band that can’t possibly be described in a paragraph. Their musical range is unprecedented and continues to evolve today. However, this era of the band made some of the most punishing, brutal, and disturbing music ever made. Unlike anything and truly barbaric. Enter with caution.
Read MoreLoose Ends: God of Thunder by White Zombie
[ORIGINAL PATREON AIR DATE: 1/28/2022] This week we're tying up some loose ends by discussing White Zombie's God of Thunder EP. We really should've covered this on our White Zombie episode, but we didn't so here ya go. It's a solid EP that highlights the band's transition into the White Zombie we all know and love. Plus some hilariously entertaining vocals by Rob. We also talk endlessly about the Babe movies, wrestling entrances, interventions, and other stuff that doesn't matter. Be sure to check out our full episode on White Zombie if you haven't already!
Read MoreEpisode 149: Thrice
This week we’re discussing every album by Thrice. If you’re a fan of this band, you’ll have to wait in line if you want to stab us. To say we didn’t enjoy our time with them might be an understatement. Thrice started out emo, then grew into a brutal post-metal band for about 5 minutes before maturing into standard alt rock. We go into excruciating detail.
Read MoreEpisode 148: Catherine Wheel
This week we’re discussing every album by Catherine Wheel. Credited as one of the pioneers of shoegaze (which is technically true), Catherine Wheel never stopped growing musically within their lifetime. However, they never lost the essence of the 90s. Seriously, they’re one of the most 90s bands ever. Also, singer Rob Dickinson is Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson’s cousin. Whoa.
Read MoreEpisode 147: Poison Idea
This week we’re discussing every album by Poison Idea. As brutal and crazy as the American hardcore scene was in the early 80s, Poison Idea stood above the rest in how devastatingly real they were. Gun violence, morbid obesity, drug dealing, homelessness, and death are just as much a part of this band as their music. Led by vocalist Jerry A. Lang and guitarist Tom “Pig Champion” Roberts until his death in 2006, Poison Idea make a strong argument for being the kings of punk.
Read MoreEpisode 146: Probot
This week we’re discussing the one and only album by Dave Grohl’s Probot. The band was a passion project by Grohl and was made to quench his thirst for metal. Every track has a different, legendary guest vocalist. Lemmy, King Diamond, Max Cavalera, Cronos, and Wino are only a few of the heavy hitters we have on this album. Even Jack Black makes an appearance. If you’re a fan of metal, this one is a must.
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