On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a dive into the 1977 debut album from the band Television entitled Marquee Moon. Television was a rock band formed in 1973 hailing from New York City. They crafted their unique sound throughout years of live performances most notably at the legendary club CBGB's. Tune in to hear what the guys have to say about this album!

Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lU2dllEI8TDoCLDKyhrL6GQg4uJDo_DNQ&si=7UewTTDgbA4gVQeq

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:09 Last Week Recap

05:05 What Is A Television?

15:49 See No Evil

23:44 Venus

30:31 Friction

38:08 Marquee Moom

49:07 Ways to Support the Show

54:12 Elevation

01:01:21 Guiding Light

01:08:18 Prove It

01:14:46 Torn Curtain

01:25:26 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

01:36:12 Next Week's Review

On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan dive into Purple Rain by Prince and The Revolution. This iconic album firmly established Prince's status as a figurehead for pop music of the 1980s. Regarded as one of the greatest albums of all time by several publications, it features some of Prince's biggest songs, including "When Doves Cry," "Darling Nikki," and the title track, "Purple Rain."

Tune in to hear what the guys have to say about this record.

Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kV2j19VCNRnl-TP0lMbY5grkHMkkIcPe8&si=IxH7CUkEIgmcOsD4

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

03:10 Last Week Recap

06:33 What Is A Prince?

14:08 Let's Go Crazy

24:56 Take Me With You

31:43 The Beautiful Ones

42:26 Computer Blue

51:14 Darling Nikki

01:02:18 Ways to Support the Show

01:06:35 When Doves Cry

01:16:16 I Would Die 4 U

01:23:31 Baby I'm a Star

01:30:21 Purple Rain

01:42:21 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

01:50:17 Next Week's Review

On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a deep dive into the cult classic album, Spiderland, from the band Slint. Highly influential in shaping the modern landscapes of post-rock and post-hardcore, the album was famously praised by Steve Albini in his Melody Maker review. He wrote, "It's an amazing record... and no one still capable of being moved by rock music should miss it. In 10 years it will be a landmark and you'll have to scramble to buy a copy then."

Tune in to hear what the guys have to say about this landmark record.

Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_k1t9OEnvxzco03Yy8UwVfIiybcDMBmMZA&si=Ef6G3Tl8ppzXvl6Z

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:21 Last Week Recap

06:32 What Is A Slint?

15:23 Breadcrumb Trail

28:52 Nosferatu Man

38:26 Don, Aman

48:54 Ways to Support the Show

54:54 Washer

01:06:54 For Dinner...

01:11:44 Good Morning, Captain

01:23:12 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

01:35:35 Next Week's Review

Get ready for some Motown magic! On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan are diving deep into Diana Ross & The Supremes Join The Temptations. This legendary album brought together two of Motown's most popular groups and was a huge hit, climbing all the way to number 2 on the Billboard 200. Find out what the guys thought about this iconic record!

Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVNnQokQMDKPF95G5U8jT6yW0Y_Kcrogs&si=tpnLmoprDFl8PQ7c

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Ryan's Vinyl Collection

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:30 Last Week Recap

05:01 What Is A Motown, Diana Ross & The Supremes and The Temptations?

17:38 Try It Baby

25:04 I Second That Emotion

31:12 Ain't No Mountain High Enough

39:20 I'm Gonna Make You Love Me

48:03 This Guy's In Love With You

53:48 Funky Broadway

59:45 Ways to Support the Show

01:05:13 I'll Try Something New

01:09:36 A Place In The Sun

01:17:11 Sweet Inspiration

01:23:47 Then

01:28:05 The Impossible Dream

01:34:52 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

01:44:28 Next Week's Review

Join Matt and Ryan as they take a deep dive into Joy Division's influential album, Closer. Released in 1980, the record arrived just months after the tragic death of frontman Ian Curtis. The album is widely regarded as the band's finest work and a cornerstone of the post-punk movement, a genre they helped pioneer. Praised by critics like Mark Fisher as "the crown jewel of post-punk," this album is a must-listen. See what Matt and Ryan think of this seminal work.

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

03:41 Last Week Recap

05:58 What Is A Joy Division?

18:04 Atrocity Exhibition

25:54 Isolation

33:21 Passover

43:35 Colony

52:42 A Mean to an End

58:58 Ways to Support the Show

01:02:46 Heart and Soul

01:09:47 Twenty Four Hours

01:16:27 The Eternal

01:24:35 Decades

01:31:07 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

01:40:03 Next Week's Review

This week, Matt and Ryan are diving into Coldplay's album, A Rush of Blood to the Head. The album marked a shift for the band, showcasing a greater use of electric guitar and piano than its predecessor, Parachutes. The singles from this record became some of Coldplay's biggest hits, including "In My Place," "The Scientist," and "Clocks." Tune in to hear what the guys have to say about the album!

Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_k2FivlV4BFfc5fGkDXmmt_gTGAqhN00YE&si=WYl3Kur73U3W3jlb

Purchase the album: https://usstore.coldplay.com/products/a-rush-of-blood-to-the-head-cd?srsltid=AfmBOoqHSV-4J1iMXSxvV01wCgM6mMrBkKPdYF8klsFav5jBaUfTqXrd

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:15 Last Week Recap

04:14 What Is A Coldplay?

14:04 Politik

26:30 In My Place

33:59 God Put a Smile upon Your Face

41:07 The Scientist

48:03 Clocks

56:33 Daylight

01:01:40 Ways to Support the Show

01:06:48 Green Eyes

01:13:19 Warning Sign

01:19:22 A Whisper

01:26:48 A Rush of Blood to the Head

01:32:26 Amsterdam

01:39:25 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

01:48:35 Next Week's Review

In this episode, Matt and Ryan explore the monumental album that defined a genre: Black Sabbath's Paranoid. Released in 1970, this record didn't just introduce heavy metal; it perfected it. The album is a heavy hitter, featuring classics like "Iron Man," "War Pigs," and "Paranoid." Don't miss their discussion on this essential piece of music history!

Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lnfEyjhuX9BNJc5UpgOQEu0gebOtPkJG4&si=NDhCX0FE8UZERtBx

Purchase the album: https://www.amazon.com/Paranoid-Black-Sabbath/dp/B000002KHH

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Ryan's Vinyl Collection

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

01:57 Last Week Recap

05:32 What Is A Black Sabbath?

16:57 War Pigs

25:41 Paranoid

35:21 Planet Caravan

43:40 Iron Man

51:20 Ways to Support the Show

55:05 Electrical Funereal

01:02:02 Hand of Doom

01:10:27 Rat Salad

01:15:32 Fairies Wear Boots

01:24:10 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

01:34:30 Next Week's Review

01:36:36 Outro

In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan dive into Jelly Roll's 2024 album, Beautifully Broken. Released on October 11, 2024, the album marked a significant milestone for the artist, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 chart.

Jelly Roll has been open about his past struggles with mental health and addiction, and he uses the album as a way to connect with others on a similar journey. The album is a powerful exploration of these themes, offering a candid look into his life.

Find out what the guys think about this impactful album!

Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbwj94INPbu1ahmcYicCzbN71UDvAfrTO&si=NoFk1-xH7ARRiQS_

Purchase the album: https://jellyroll615.com/products/beautifully-broken-vinyl-1

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Ryan's Vinyl Collection

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:43 Last Week Recap

06:43 What Is A Jelly Roll?

14:32 Winning Streak

22:10 Burning

28:16 Heart of Stone

35:12 I Am Not Okay

40:51 When the Drugs Don't Work (featuring llsey)

50:49 Higher Than Heaven (featuring Wiz Khalifa)

56:11 Liar

01:02:14 Ways to Support the Show

01:06:53 Everyone Bleeds

01:10:45 Get By

01:19:53 Unpretty

01:24:53 Grace

01:29:55 What It Takes

01:35:03Hey Mama

01:41:32 Time of Day (featuring MGK)

01:47:49 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

01:56:17 Next Week's Review

01:59:09 Outro