Sad Dad Radio Hour

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Episode 51: Bob Seger Jul 28, 2021

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The guys look at an overview of classic rocker Bob Seger's career, and ask the important questions like whether he's the premier rock and roll poet of nostalgia and regret, if he belongs in the same class as his heartland rocker peers like Springsteen and Petty, and perhaps most importantly, what is the conversion rate between Miller High Lifes and Silver bullets?

Episode 50: Bright Eye's Cassadaga Jun 11, 2021

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For their 50th episode, the dads are back with their first album review in a while to tackle Bright Eyes' 2007 country-rock classic "Cassadaga." An album packaged with a secret decoder on the outside, and containing 12 lush, fully-produced songs on the inside, Cassadaga sees Connor Oberst on Sad-Dad-trope trajectory from alternative prodigy weirdo to folk-country, and the hosts have some thoughts...

Episode 49: Return Trip May 26, 2021

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The guys are back with a freeform episode talking about what they've been listening to during the pandemic, some of the big music "narratives" of the last few months, the best stoner albums of all time, and why we keep giving Weezer chances they don't deserve.

Episode 48: SPACE RAP Apr 10, 2021

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Recorded last summer, but finally seeing the light of day, this episode finds the guys trying to unpack the long, cosmic legacy of the pseudo-genre "Space Rap." Tackling classics from "Planet Rock" to "Intergalactic" to "Baby Pluto," they trace the evolution of sci-fi themes in hip-hop, and ask the big questions like "It's just about drugs right?" Enjoy!

Episode 47: Third Eye Blind's Third Eye Blind Mar 23, 2021

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The guys make their triumphant return with an episode that fell between the cracks on Third Eye Blind's incomparable 1997 self-titled debut. An album that is arguably better track-for-track than any record Led Zeppelin ever released, it dominated rock radio in the years before the millennium ended and defined perfect pop-rock for a generation of listeners. Brimming with sex, drugs, and undeniable hooks, it's an all-time classic that maybe shouldn't be thought about too hard, but they go for it anyway. Crack open a Miller Lite and enjoy!

Episode 46: Todd Snider's East Nashville Skyline Jun 20, 2020

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In the latest episode, the dads tackle Todd Snider's East Nashville Skyline, his 4th Oh Boy Records release. It's a collection of bold, sometimes unsettling, often funny songs about death, suicide, going to jail & growing old. Told in only the way Todd Snider can, with wry wit, unabashed honesty & a unique perspective. They're the kind of songs that make you laugh while hitting you in the gut. Produced by Todd Snider & long time friend & band member Will Kimbrough, Todd touches on alcohol, pills, as well as "Iron" Mike Tyson's entourage. So, sit back, relax, and crack a cold one as they talk shop.

Episode 45: John Prine’s John Prine May 22, 2020

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In the latest episode, the Dads pay tribute to the late, great John Prine. Specially they examine Prine's eponymous debut album with Atlantic Records in 1971. The legendary songwriter started off his prolific career on dare, and didn’t slow down until his recent death from the COVID. I mean shit, this dude beat cancer and still kept chugging along. Despite never reaching the mainstream success of his peers, Prine inspired a myriad of musician, from Conor Oberst to Jason Isbell. The man was able to deliver heartfelt, humorous, and eye opening social commentary without condescension or superiority. Above all, Prine just seemed like a really good dude, and he will surely be missed.

Episode 44: Cloud Nothings' Attack On Memory Apr 27, 2020

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In the latest episode, the dads talk about Cloud Nothings' 2012 album—- Attack on Memory. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, the band started in 2009 in Dylan Baldi’s parents’ basement as one of several “fake” MySpace bands. However, over the years, the act slowly gained a following after being invited to open for Woods and Real Estate. Not long after, the Dylan was signed to Carpark Records as a one man band. The record we look at today was their third release, but the first Cloud Nothings album to feature frontman Dylan Baldi’s live band as full time members. It was also recorded with producer/engineer Steve Albini at Electrical Audio, so that’s pretty rad. These changes resulted in a heavier and darker sounding album than the previous power pop tracks that the band was known for. The dads also get off topic and talk about Creed and the Corona Virus.

Episode 43: Cloud Cult's Advice from the Happy Hippopotamus Mar 27, 2020

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In the latest episodes, the guys look at Minnesotan indie-rock band, Cloud Cult. Lead by Craig Minowa, founder of Earthology Records, the band originated in 1995 as a solo project before evolving into the group we now know today. Specifically, we will be looking at their 2005 release, Advice From the Happy Hippopotamus. It’s a 25 track album that is as eccentric as its name will lead you to believe, as the band grapples with mortality and loss of a childlike innocence. Take care of yourselves and wash your damn hands.

Episode 42: Brand New's Deja Entendu Mar 13, 2020

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In the latest episode, the dads talk about Deja Entendu by the Long Island emo legends—Brand New. Now, before we go any further, let’s be clear, Jesse Lacey is not a good dude. In fact, in the words of one of his victims, “JESSE LACEY IS A PIECE OF SHIT.” Full stop. However, with that being said, Deja Entendu was released back in 2003 when the dads were just boys, so this record (for better or worse) was on heavy rotation during their formative years. Thus, in typically sad dad fashion, they attempt to figure out what makes this album apart of the genre as a whole. So sit back, relax, and wash your damn hands as they discuss Deja Entendu.

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