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Pottery, Charley Crockett, Converge, and REM Dec 19, 2022

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A new release recommendation from Canadian post-punk outfit Pottery that has just the right amount of cheese. Plus a country record fitting for 2020 from Davey Crockett descendant Charley Crockett.

Our Old Dog picks feature a hardcore metal record from genre vets Converge. And a controversial release from REM that saw them sonically cover new ground.

Here’s the full list of album recommendations from the show:

Pottery – Welcome to Bobby’s Motel (2020)

Charley Crockett – Welcome to Hardtimes (2020)

Converge – All We Love, We Leave Behind (2012)

REM – Monster (1994)

What do you think of these records? What great albums are we missing out on? Email us, podcast@albumnerds.com.

Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening!

Mr Bungle, Dream Nails, Billy Joel, and Local H Dec 19, 2022

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A new release recommendation from the genre-hopping band Mr. Bungle that sees them releasing their original thrash metal demo recording. Plus an up-beat punk rock record from UK group Dream Nails.

Our Old Dog picks feature a joyous RnB record from American staple Billy Joel and concept record from 90s alternative group Local H.

Here’s the full list of album recommendations from the show:

Mr. Bungle – The Raging Wrath of the Easter Bunny Demo (2020)

Dream Nails – Dream Nails (2020)

Billy Joel – An Innocent Man (1983)

Local H – Pack up the Cats (1998)

What do you think of these records? What great albums are we missing out on? Email us, podcast@albumnerds.com.

Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening!

IDLES, Chris Stapleton, Mr Bungle, and Marvin Gaye Dec 19, 2022

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New release selections from UK punk rock group IDLES and country crossover star Chris Stapleton.

Our Old Dog picks feature a challenging debut from Mr. Bungle (yes, again) and one of the absolute classic soul records of the 70s from Marvin Gaye.

Here’s the full list of album recommendations from the show:

IDLES – Ultra Mono (2020)

Chris Stapleton – Starting Over (2020)

Mr. Bungle – Mr. Bungle (1991)

Marvin Gaye – What’s Going On (1971)

What do you think of these records? What great albums are we missing out on? Email us, podcast@albumnerds.com.

Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening!

Johnny Mathis and Stax Artists (A Christmas Quickie) Dec 19, 2022

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Join us for a Christmas quickie – two holiday album recommendations to help get you in the spirit.

Our first selection is from timeless, golden voiced Johnny Mathis and his 1958 collection of holiday songs that spans classics like Winter Wonderland and Silent Night.

Our second pick is a soul and blues compilation from Stax records featuring greats like Albert King, Isaac Hayes and the Staple Sisters. It’s largely made up of holiday originals, some of which are pretty spicy.

Here’s the full list of album recommendations from the show:

Johnny Mathis – Merry Christmas (1958)

Various Artists – Christmas in Soulsville (2007)

What do you think of these records? What great albums are we missing out on? Email us, podcast@albumnerds.com.

Happy holidays to you and yours! Thanks for listening!

Our Favorite Albums of 2020 Dec 19, 2022

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Well 2020 has certainly been a year full of things. Thankfully one of those things is some great music. Join us on this extended episode as we count down our top albums of the year and look back on the year that just kept on giving.

Can’t wait to hear our picks? Here’s our individual lists.

The Dude

Honorable Mentions

American Aquarium – Lamentations

Charley Crocket – Welcome to Hard Times

Brent Cobb – Keep Em on they Toes

Top 10

10. Sepultura – Quadra

9. The Strokes – The New Abnormal

8. The White Buffalo – On the Widow’s Walk

7. The Black Moods – Sunshine

6. Hot Country Knights – The K is Silent

5. Pallbearer – Forgotten Days

4. Chris Stapleton – Starting Over

3. Pearl Jam – Gigaton

2. The Panhandlers – The Panhandlers

1. Mr Bungle – The Raging Wrath of the Easter Bunny Demo

Andy

Honorable Mentions

Phish – Sigma Oasis

Spillage Village – Spilligion

Thurston Moore – By the Fire

Top 10

10. Umbra Vitae – Shadow of Life

9. The Strokes – The New Abnormal

8. Nadia Reid – Out of My Province

7. Rose City Band – Summerlong

6. Dream Nails – Dream Nails

5. Lido Pimienta – Miss Colombia

4. Fiona Apple – Fetch the Bolt Cutters

3. Mac Miller – Circles

2. Run the Jewels – RTJ4

1. Melt Yourself Down – 100% Yes

What do you think of these records? What were you favorite albums of the 2020? Email us, podcast@albumnerds.com.

Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening!

Moor Jewelry, Andy Shauf, The Roots, and Pantera Dec 19, 2022

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New release selections from Philly underground duo Moor Jewelry and Canadian singer songwriter Andy Shauf.

Our Old Dog picks feature a hip-hop concept record from The Roots that tells the story of a mid-level drug dealer. Plus a genre defining record from groove metal group Pantera that is sure to help you blow off some steam.

Here’s the full list of album recommendations from the show:

Moor Jewelry – True Opera

Andy Shauf – Neon Skyline

The Roots – Undun (2011)

Pantera – Vulgar Display of Power (1992)

What do you think of these records? What great albums are we missing out on? Email us, podcast@albumnerds.com. Or leave a voicemail at (585) 210-2454‬.

Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening!

John Baumann, Viagra Boys, Jet, and Fugazi Dec 19, 2022

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New release selections from Red Dirt country singer John Baumann and Swedish post-punk group Welfare Jazz.

Our Old Dog picks feature a slice of pop culture from Australian rockers Jet. Plus an influential debut record from DC punk legends Fugazi.

Here’s the full list of album recommendations from the show:

John Baumann – Country Shade (2020)

Viagra Boys – Welfare Jazz (2021)

Jet – Get Born (2003)

Fugazi – 13 Songs (1989)

What do you think of these records? What great albums are we missing out on? Email us, podcast@albumnerds.com. Or leave a voicemail at (585) 210-2454‬.

Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening!

Celeste, Foo Fighters, Fela Kuti, and David Bowie Dec 18, 2022

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New release recommendations from UK singer Celeste and Seattle rock veterans Foo Fighters.

Our Old Dog picks feature an energetic release from Afro-beat pioneer Fela Kuti. Plus a look back at David Bowie’s best selling album.

Here’s the full list of album recommendations from the show:

Celeste – Not Your Muse

Foo Fighters – Medicine at Midnight

Fela Kuti – Expensive Shit (1975)

David Bowie – Let’s Dance (1983)

What do you think of these records? What great albums are we missing out on? Email us, podcast@albumnerds.com. Or leave a voicemail at (585) 210-2454‬.

Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening!

Paul McCartney, Che Noir, Mother Tongue, and Soul Coughing Dec 18, 2022

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New release recommendations from English songwriter Sir Paul McCartney and Buffalo NY rapper Che Noir.

Our Old Dog picks feature a forgotten alternative rock album from California group Mother Tongue. Plus the third and final release from the M. Doughty led group Soul Coughing.

Here’s the full list of album recommendations from the show:

Paul McCartney – McCartney III

Che Noir – As God Intended

Mother Tongue – Mother Tongue (1994)

Soul Coughing – El Oso (1998)

What do you think of these records? What great albums are we missing out on? Email us, podcast@albumnerds.com. Or leave a voicemail at (585) 210-2454‬.

Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening!

Black Dresses, Mac Leaphart, A$AP Rocky, and Red Hot Chili Peppers Dec 18, 2022

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New release recommendations from industrial metal duo Black Dresses and independent country artist Mac Leaphart.

Our Old Dog picks feature a mix tape debut from NYC rapper A$AP Rocky that features some of the prominent producers of the time. And the record that put Red Hot Chili Peppers on the map.

Here’s the full list of album recommendations from the show:

Black Dresses – Forever in Your Heart

Mac Leaphart – Music City Joke

A$AP Rocky – Live. Love. A$AP (2011)

Red Hot Chili Peppers – Blood Sugar Sex Magik (1991)

What do you think of these records? What great albums are we missing out on? Email us, podcast@albumnerds.com. Or leave a voicemail at (585) 210-2454‬.

Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening!

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