Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock

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#167: Self Titled LP by Karp Mar 25, 2014

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This week's Requested Review provides us with one of heaviest and loudest bands we've ever covered, Karp, and their third and final album, Self Titled LP. At only eight songs and barely thirty minutes, Self Titled LP is still a challenging album to get through thanks to plenty of abrasive mid-level frequency guitar, tempos that move from Melvins-eque sludge to frenetic punk, with a screaming vocal on top of it all. How can we not love this combination? Tune in to find out.

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - Bacon Industry3:00 - History of the Band10:22 - Bacon Industry17:18 - Forget the Minions25:25 - D+D FantasyOutro - J is for Genius
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#166: Beat by Bowery Electric Mar 18, 2014

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A listener suggestion takes us into previously unexplored territory - namely the ambient trip-hop of Bowery Electric, and their 1996 album Beat. Simple is an understatement, as Bowery Electric takes minimalism to near Brian Eno levels, experimenting with two-note songs and lyric-less vocals. You might expect a hate-fest from two rock lovers, and you'd be wrong. Tune in to find out where the surprises lie on Beat.

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - Without Stopping4:57 - History of the Band8:35 - Beat23:20 - Fear of Flying29:18 - Inside OutOutro - Coming Down
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#165: 10 Minute Warning by 10 Minute Warning Mar 11, 2014

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This week we're tackling the one and only release by Seattle punk band 10 Minute Warning, their 1998 self-titled album. The story of 10MW is long and troubled, taking over 20 years to release their only album, but what really matters is the music. This slab o' grunge sounds more appropriate for 1988 than 1998, but thanks to the combination of musicians and producer, 10MW sounds much more like an originator than an imitator.

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - Buried,3:06 - History of the Band18:01 - Face First22:21 - Buried31:26 - ErtheOutro - Pictures
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#164: Ear Candy by King's X Mar 04, 2014

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A listener suggestion brings us the sixth studio album by King's X, their 1996 release Ear Candy. Respected and admired by musicians and a legion of dedicated fans, King's X may be the quintessential overlooked and under-appreciated Dig Me Out band. Despite heavy riffs, immaculate production and layers of harmonies, Ear Candy never made an impact on commercial radio. We try to figure out why.

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - Sometime3:40 - History of the Band12:49 - The Train20:08 - American Cheese (Jerry's Pianto)29:53 - Mississippi MoonOutro - Picture
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#163: Psalm 69 by Ministry Feb 25, 2014

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Thanks to a listener suggestion, we're finally getting a chance to revisit Ministry, and their 1992 release Psalm 69. Much like the band, we cover a lot of ground with a lengthy discussion on this important and influential album, with special guest (and suggestor) Matthew Sleightholme joining us from the UK to tackle the sounds, politics and narcotic indulgences of Al Jourgenson and crew.

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - N.W.O.7:52 - History of the Band21:34 - Just One Fix46:11 - Jesus Built My HotrodOutro - Corrosion
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#162: 30 Something by Carter the Unstoppable Sex Machine Feb 18, 2014

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#162: 30 Something by Carter the Unstoppable Sex Machine

Our first Requested Review of the year gives us a chance to check out Carter the Unstoppable Sex Machine, and their 1991 sophomore album 30 Something. Carter USM run the proverbial gamut of music history, from orchestral waltzes to Pet Shop Boy-esque dance anthems to Ministry and Sex Pistol vitriol, but with a bevy of digital help. Does the 1991 keyboard and drum programming stand the test of time? Tune in to find out.

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - Bloodsport for All

2:42 - History of the Band

7:32 - A Prince in a Pauper's Grave

14:51 - Billy's Smart Circus

20:12 - Surfin' USM

Outro - Anytime Anyplace Anywhere

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#161: Stereo Type A by Cibo Matto Feb 11, 2014

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With a new Cibo Matto album out this week, it's a perfect time to revisit the oddball band from the 90s and their sophomore album Stereo Type A from 1999. Expanding their band and sound allows the band to bring in a variety of elements and genres not heard on their debut release, but does that equal too much of a good thing? Tune into find out.

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - Spoon6:38 - History of the Band20:29 - Moonchild30:05 - Speechless43:42 - StoneOutro - Sci-Fi Wasabi
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#160: Nu-Clear Sounds by Ash Feb 04, 2014

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Although 90s Britpop is best known for Oasis and Blur, plenty of bands skirted the edges of stardom, among those are Ash. This week we revisit their 1998 sophomore album Nu-Clear Sounds. Dabbling equally in Britpop and American alternative, Nu-Clear Sounds bounces from delicate ballads to fuzzed-out rave-ups in an instant. Is it genius, or jarring? Tune in to find out.

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - Jesus Says

3:50 - History of the Band

8:54 - Projects

16:49 - Wild Surf

27:50 - Fortune Teller

Outro - Folk Song

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#159: Grande Rock by The Hellacopters Jan 28, 2014

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It’s time to bring the rock, Grand Rock that is, in the form of Sweden’s The Hellacopters, and their 1999 album. Borrowing equally from the Motown garage rock of the MCS, Stooges and Sonic Rendezvous Band, as well as stadium rockers like KISS and The Who, The Hellacopters combine it all into one big, bombastic record. While the stripped down garage rock of The White Stripes and Strokes would kick-off the '00s, The Hellacopters among a slew of other Swedish acts would put their own high-octane spin on it. We explore their game-changing third album, and discuss why Grande Rock wasn't a Grande Hit.

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - Move Right Out of Here4:12 - History of the Band17:42 - Welcome to Hell22:57 - Paul Stanley32:51 - LonelyOutro - The Devil Stole the Beat from the Lord
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#158: Happy Days by Catherine Wheel Jan 21, 2014

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We've talked about Catherine Wheel many times throughout the years, finally we're getting around to reviewing an album - their 1995 release Happy Days. Although their sophomore album Chrome hinted at a heavier sound from the band, their earlier shoegaze influences were still evident. Not so on Happy Days, which amps up the volume and dips into the New Wave of British Heavy Metal the same way Billy Corgan would on the Smashing Pumpkins 'Gish' and 'Siamese Dream.' Many fans were caught off guard while the band attracted a whole new audience thanks to a pair of semi-successful singles. Does Catherine Wheel's embrace of metal riffage stand the test time? Tune in to find out.

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - Judy Staring at the Sun6:34 - History of the Band12:12 - God Inside My Head24:37 - Heal32:15 - My ExhibitionOutro - Receive Follow on Twitter / Facebook
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