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VILE CHERUBS "Post Humorous Relief" / Jesse Quitslund, Tim Green and Seth Lorinczi Jul 20, 2021

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On today's episode Brian and Jeff dig out and dig one the most unheard and underrated Dischord releases, #33 1/3 "Post Humorous Relief" by the Vile Cherubs. Most of the members went on to play in much celebrated later DC bands, but this is one of those hidden gems of a record that hopefully we can shine a light on and get folks to search it out. Mixing 60s inspired riffs with punk rock energy, these guys were both ahead of and out of time. It was incredibly cool to get to interview Jesse, Seth and Tim for the show. Hope you folks enjoy and explore the raw, psychedelic and raucous sounds of the Vile Cherubs!

3 "Dark Days Coming" / Geoff Turner, Mark Haggerty and Steve Niles Jul 14, 2021

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If you have not yet heard this album, go find it online and listen to that before listening to this! This is one of those LPs I think everyone should hear, especially if you are a fan of the music and asthetic Dischord embodies. Dark Days Coming is that good. It was a joy to talk to Geoff Turner and Mark Haggerty again, and even better to have Steve Niles along for the conversational journey, as well. With Jeff Nelson, these three (3) guys made up one of the best, tightest and most tuneful short-lived Dischord bands. They left behind this amazing document of their intense effort, which features one of the all-time greatest songs released on this label. Since we were talking to three of the 3 this week, we figured we needed to be three strong, so we enlisted the humorous and insightful help of Ben Merlis for the breakdown and talk about the LP. Trust me, this one is "must listen" material!

STATE OF THE UNION "Side Two" / Mark Andersen Jun 29, 2021

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So on this episode we flip over the record and dig into side two of the State Of The Union compilation. Guest and comp curator Mark Andersen (Positive Force/We Are Family/Dance Of Days) returns to drop some more background on these tracks and share his PMA and inspiration!

STATE OF THE UNION - V/A Side One / Mark Andersen Jun 22, 2021

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This episode we dig into the fertile soil of late 80's era DC punk and the social activism that sprouted around it, through the portal of Dischord's second compilation, State Of The Union. We also have an in depth interview with Positive Force founder/Dance Of Days author/We Are Family cofounder Mark Andersen. Did If you aren't moved and inspired by his words, we'll refund your money in full!

IGNITION "Machination" Jun 08, 2021

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We knew this day would come...the day we couldn't herd any Dischord cats onto the show for an episode. Truth be told, this is more like the third or fourth time. Regardless, on today's show Jeff and I had a blast navigating the murky (production) waters of the by turns brilliant, by turns frustrating Ignition LP. After last week's five hour show, it felt relatively relaxing to spend a mere couple hours on Ignition. They were one of the best live bands of their time.

FUGAZI "S/T" / Guy Picciotto and Ted Niceley Jun 01, 2021

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Hard to believe we're already at the first Fugazi record. This one was huge for us (and we're not just talking the length of the episode!). Join Brian, Jeff and recurring guest/cohost Ben, if you dare. No doubt this is a long ride, but well worth the time invested. Not only do you get to hear us all rap elegiac about this perfect 12", but Fugazi producer, Ted Nicely lends his time and insight into the making of this classic. Later in the show we have an engaging and thoughtful conversation with Guy Picciotto. Listen in chunks!

SOULSIDE "Trigger" / Bobby Sullivan, Johnny Temple and Alexis Fleisig May 25, 2021

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Soulside are back! Trigger is a record that needs to be in everyone's collection. Way ahead of it's time sonically, lyrically and philosophically. Listen to Brian and guest cohost Greg break down just how important this release is and what it means to them personally. We also had the great honor of speaking to three fourths of the band, singer Bobby Sullivan, bassist Johnny Temple and drummer Alexis Fleisig. Listen to this, then go listen to the record! That's an order.

FIRE PARTY "S/T" / Amy Pickering, Natalie Avery, Nicky Thomas and Kate Samworth May 11, 2021

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Today on the show Brian and Jeff discuss the layered, primal expression of Fire Party. Yes, they were the first all female Dischord band, but that is only one part of the story. These women created some of the most accomplished and under appreciated music on the label. Hopefully this episode will encourage more folks to discover (or re-discover) their burning brilliance. It was a real gift to get the whole band together for the interview, and this was one of the most rewarding episodes for me. The world needs more bands like Fire Party. Hard to believe this episode also marks the one year mark of Jeff's first appearance on the show. I honestly don't know how I could've done this without such an intelligent, opinionated and sensitive cohost. Here's to many more years of exploration together, my friend.

MINOR THREAT "Live At 930 Club" Video / Jim Saah May 04, 2021

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Today we get to talk about the greatest hardcore band ever once again. Minor Threat! Along for the ride into the weeds is Ben Merlis. Later Jim Saah (Legendary photographer/coproducer of the Salad Days documentary) joins us for a talk about what the band meant to him, as well as how and why he's been documenting the DC scene since 1982!

SHUDDER TO THINK "It Was Arson" / Craig Wedren and Stuart Hill Apr 27, 2021

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Wow, it's hard to believe we're already moving into the next era of Dischord history with this release. Welcome to 1988, this record heralded a sound and spirit unlike anything you've heard before in DC or on Dischord. This is a feral, untamed and unashamed beautiful beast of a vibration. It spoke of possibilities and dreams, of angelic harmonies and swirling energy. Join us for the origin story of this most unusual jewel in the label's crown, as Brian and Jeff uncover the magic and later talk to singer Craig Wedren and bassist Stuart Hill!

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