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Prince – Purple Rain Oct 03, 2023

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Prince’s classic album Purple Rain is often lauded not only as a high point in his career, but also in popular music. The album acts as a soundtrack of sorts for the film of the same name, but ultimately its an intimate record about Prince himself. Join us as we dive deep into Purple Rain. […]

Funk Fusion (Jaco Pastorius, Chic, Living Colour) Sep 25, 2023

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Funk largely grew out of 60s rock and RnB, but its influence can be heard in many of the surrounding genres. On today’s show we explore funk-infused records. Here’s our album picks: Jaco Pastorius – Jaco Pastorius (Andy)Chic – Risqué (Don)Living Colour – Vivid (Dude) What do you think of these records? What’s your favorite […]

Quiet Storm (Smokey Robinson, Roberta Flack, D’Angelo) Sep 18, 2023

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This one goes out to all the late night FM radio dial explorers. The Quiet Storm radio format originated back in the 1970s and gave rise to a new RnB sub-genre. On today’s show we discuss albums from the genres creation through modern day. Smokey Robinson – A Quiet Storm (Andy)Roberta Flack – Killing Me […]

70s Prog Rock (Rush, Yes, Klaatu) Sep 11, 2023

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Few of the sub-genres we cover on the show are as nerdy as prog rock. From the intricate, long compositions to the sci-fi infused lyrics – 70s prog rock pushed the boundaries of rock music and helped bring nerds into the limelight. On today’s show we discuss 3 iconic prog rock albums from the era. […]

1990 (Sonic Youth, Pet Shop Boys, Alice In Chains) Aug 28, 2023

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1990 was a transitional year in music. The synth heavy sound of the 80s was transforming, hip-hop and new jack swing were becoming part of mainstream culture and a new ‘dirty’ type of rock was taking shape out west. Join us as we recount some memories of the era and discuss some of our favorite […]

Songs of Summer (Weezer, Roxy Music, John Mellencamp) Aug 21, 2023

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One of the few things George Gershwin and DJ Jazzy Jeff have in common is writing songs called “Summertime.” They sound a little different, but they both work well with the season. On today’s show we talk about albums we associate with summa summa summertime. Weezer – Blue Album (Andy)Roxy Music – Avalon (Don)John Mellencamp […]

On The Cover of Rolling Stone (Sex Pistols, Sly & The Family Stone, Michael Jackson) Aug 14, 2023

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The cover of Rolling Stone magazine has been the face of music and pop culture in the US for over 50 years. On today’s show we discuss albums from artists who’ve been featured. Sex Pistols – Never Mind The Bollocks, Here’s The Sex Pistols (Andy)Sly and the Family Stone – There’s a Riot Goin’ On […]

90s Hip-Hop (Hooray)(Nas, Organized Konfusion, Guru) Aug 07, 2023

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The late 80s and early 90s can arguably be called the golden age of hip-hop. The genres popularity was rising, but hadn’t been overly commercialized yet. On today’s show we talk about 3 classic albums from the era. Nas – Illmatic (Andy)Organized Konfusion – Stress: The Extinction Agenda (Don)Guru – Jazzmatazz Volume 1 (Dude) What […]

New Releases (Home Is Where, Boygenius, Foo Fighters) Jul 31, 2023

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Well, its a little more than halfway through 2023, so its about time to check-in on and what’s good in the world of new releases. Join us as we discuss 3 new albums from some new and established artists. Home Is Where – The Whaler (Andy)Boygenius – The Record (Don)Foo Fighters – But Here We […]

One-Hit Wonders (Gnarls Barkley, Gary Numan, Thin Lizzy) Jul 24, 2023

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Being a one-hit wonder can mean a lot of things. Some went on to have long, successful careers, others were only together briefly. One things for sure though, they had a hit that left a lasting impact on our culture. On today’s show we discuss 3 albums known for their big single. Gnarles Barkley – […]

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