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Crossing the Streams with Brent and Aaron

Most of us older than 30 remember mix tapes and the time we spent meticulously curating the perfect collection of songs to introduce friends to new music. The mediums we grew up on have moved to streaming services and playlists, but the sentiment still rings true. Every Monday, Aaron and Brent trade songs to find out what has changed and what will never change. Music is ever-evolving, but the fingerprints of the past are always present. Get ready for a mixtape throwdown for the digital age with Crossing the Streams.

Copyright: © Copyright 2020 Aaron Bevill

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Booker T. & The M.G.'s & The Dip Nov 09, 2020

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Aaron and Brent look at two bands that are kindred spirits musically even though they formed nearly 50 years apart. With a sound that is a callback to the soul-infused music of the 60s, Aaron highlights the Seattle-based band The Dip. Brent looks at Booker T & The MGs, the influential group that started as the house band for Stax Records in Memphis.

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Songs Of Civility Nov 02, 2020

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With a brand new episode available one day before Election Day, Aaron and Brent take a different approach to Episode 33. This Monday, Aaron and Brent each highlight three "Songs Of Civility". They'll examine how music serves as both a catalyst for change and a facilitator for healing and unity. It's an episode with honest and constructive dialog that puts the focus on empathy and sympathy.

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Halloween Spectacular Special Oct 26, 2020

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In this episode, Aaron and Brent welcome back Ryan King for a Halloween themed episode. Aaron challenged the guys to find songs related to classic horror films. Artists discussed include DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince, The Fat Boys, Opeth, Gerard McMann, ICE NINE KILLS, and Slipknot.

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Alanis Morissette & Julien Baker Oct 19, 2020

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Aaron and Brent highlight the music of two talented singer-songwriters. Brent looks at the career of Alanis Morisette, putting the focus on her post "Jagged Little Pill" releases. Aaron spotlights Julien Baker, the Tennessee singer, songwriter and guitarist, known for her honest and intimate lyrics. Aaron and Brent discuss three songs from each artist, break down their reactions to each one and talk about key aspects from both musicians' careers.

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Vinyl: The Records That Made Me Oct 12, 2020

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In this tent-pole episode, Aaron and Brent are excited to welcome Kevin Smokler and Christopher Boone, directors of the new documentary Vinyl Nation. The topic for Episode 30 is “Vinyl: The Songs The Made Me”. Artists discussed are Bad Company, Minnnie Riperton, U2, James Taylor, Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit, Raphael Saadiq, Yola, and Mumford and Sons.

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House of Pain & Gangstagrass Oct 05, 2020

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This week Aaron highlights the New York based band Gangstagrass which features a group of musicians who combine authentic bluegrass and rap into a new genre. Meanwhile, Brent looks at the Irish-American hip-hop trio, House of Pain led by Everlast.

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Cover Songs Vol. 2 Sep 28, 2020

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In this episode, Aaron and Brent return to creative interpretations for Cover Songs Volume 2—Songs you might know and love, rethought and reconstructed. Artists discussed include Drive-By Truckers, Starcrawler, William Shatner, Ruston Kelly, My Morning Jacket, and Penny and Sparrow.

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The Stooges & Black Pistol Fire Sep 21, 2020

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In this episode, Aaron and Brent highlight the music of a rock duo based out of Austin, Texas by way of Canada and a Michigan band that helped pioneer the punk-rock sound. Aaron looks at the band Black Pistol Fire while Brent focuses on the Iggy Pop-led band The Stooges.

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Frank Zappa, Ween & CKY featuring Kyle Shutt Sep 14, 2020

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In this episode, Aaron and Brent welcome special guest Kyle Shutt from the Sword. Kyle takes a look at two songs from the experimental rock band Ween, Brent highlights two tracks from the legendary Frank Zappa, and Aaron features two cuts from skate-punk group CKY.

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25th Anniversary Albums Sep 07, 2020

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In this special episode, Brent and Aaron talk about albums that have turned 25 years old this year. Brent talks about The Smashing Pumpkins' seminal album Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness. Aaron discusses Australia's biggest grunge rock band, Silverchair, and their debut release Frogstomp.

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