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  • It's the season ten finale! And the show's 60th episode. And Kevin welcomes writer, podcaster, his co-host from A Reasonable Day, and his best friend, Alyssa Savino back onto the program where the two discuss the best songs to sing in the privacy of your car, as well as the evolution of the Anhedonic Headphones Podcast as it does, in fact, kind of come to an end.

    Alyssa Savino is a writer, a pop culture enthusiast, and is "deeply Midwestern." Subscribe to her newsletter, Soft Earlobe, listen to her "mini-podcast" (often about snacks) Xylophone Break, and follow her on Twitter and Instagram.

    For additional information about Anhedonic Headphones, please click here; or follow Kevin on Instagram and on Twitter. Please consider listening to the podcast Kevin and Alyssa co-host, A Reasonable Day.

    Intro Music: “6 Underground,” written by John Barry, Chris Corner, Liam Howe, and Ian Pickering; performed by Sneaker Pimps. Becoming X, Clean Up, 1997.

    Closing Music: “Numb,” written by Beth Gibbons, Geoff Barrow, and Adrian Utley; performed by Portishead. Dummy, Go Disc, 1994.

    Episode Music Credits:

    “Imitation of LIfe,” written by Peter Buck, Mike Mills, and Michael Stipe; performed REM. Reveal, Warner Brothers, 2001

    “Northern Sky,” written and performed by Nick Drake. Bryter Layter, Island, 1971

    “Alive,” written by Sia Fuller, Adele Adkins, and Tobias Jesso Jr; performed by Sia. This is Acting, RCA, 2016

    “Coronation Day,” composed by Christophe Beck. Frozen, Disney, 2013

    “I Could Fall In Love,” written by Keith Thomas; performed by Selena. Dreaming of You, EMI Latin, 1995

    “Needy Girl,” written by David Macklovitch and Patrick Gemaye; performed by Chromeo. She’s In Control, Vice, 2004

    “We’re All Gonna Die” written by James Droll, Joy Oladokun, Noah Kahan, and Ian Fitchuk; performed by Joy Oladokun and Noah Kahan. Proof of Life, Republic, 2023

    “What’s Up” written by Linda Perry; performed by 4 Non Blondes. Bigger, Better, Faster, More!, Interscope, 1992

    “Feminionomenon” written by Dan Nigro and Kayleigh Amstutz; performed by Chappell Roan. The Rise and Fall of A Midwest Princess, Island, 2023

    “False Alarm,” written by Abel Tesfaye, Martin McKinney, Benjamin Diehl, Henry Russell Walter, and Emmanuel Nickerson; performed by The Weeknd. Starboy, XO/Republic, 2016

    “Omigod You Guys,” written by Laurence O’Keefe, Nell Benjamin, and Heather Hach; performed by the cast of Legally Blonde The Musical. Legally Blonde The Musical (Originally Broadway Cast Recording), Sh-K-Boom Records, 2007

  • In the 59th episode of the podcast, and the sixth (and penultimate) episode in the show's tenth season, Kevin welcomes writer Lauren Morrill onto the program, where the two talk about their love of 1990s "alternative rock" and how Taylor Swift held them down during 2020 and 2021.

    They also discuss Lauren's novel Sister of The Bride, which was released in September of 2023. Her forthcoming novel, More Than A Feeling, arrives on February 13th.

    To learn more about Lauren, click here.

    For additional information about Anhedonic Headphones, please click here; or follow Kevin on Instagram and on Twitter. And please give the podcast he co-hosts with Alyssa Savino, A Reasonable Day, a listen.

    ntro Music: “6 Underground,” written by John Barry, Chris Corner, Liam Howe, and Ian Pickering; performed by Sneaker Pimps. Becoming X, Clean Up, 1997.

    Closing Music: “Numb,” written by Beth Gibbons, Geoff Barrow, and Adrian Utley; performed by Portishead. Dummy, Go Disc, 1994.

    “Jesus Was A Cross Maker,” written and performed by Judee Sill. Judee Sill, Atlantic, 1971.

    “That’s How Strong My Love Is,” written by Roosevelt Jamison; performed by Otis Redding. The Great Otis Redding Sings Soul Ballads, Atco, 1965.

    “Hey Jealousy,” written by Doug Hopkins; performed by Gin Blossoms. New Miserable Experience, A&M, 1992.

    “The Eagle and The Hawk,” written by John Denver and Mike Taylor; performed by John Denver. An Evening With John Denver, RCA, 1975.

    “I Wish I Was A Girl,” written by Adam Duritz and Charlie Gillingham; performed by Counting Crows. This Desert LIfe, DGC, 1999.

    “Water is Wide,” traditional ; performed by Jewel, Indigo Girls, and Sarah McLachlan. Lilith Fair: A Celebration of Women in Music Vol 1, Nettwerk, 1998.

    “Feel Flows,” written by Carl Wilson and Jack Rieley; performed by The Beach Boys. Surf’s Up, Reprise, 1971.

    “Walt Grace’s Submarine Test, January 1967,” written and performed by John Mayer. Born and Raised, Sony, 2012.

    “Ivy,” written by Aaron Dessner and Taylor Swift; performed by Taylor Swift. Evermore, Republic, 2020.

    “Tell Me What You See,” written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney; performed by The Beatles. Help!, Apple Corps, 1965.

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  • In episode five of the Anhedonic Headphones Podcast's tenth season, or episode 58 overall, Kevin welcomes writer, poet, editor, and sometimes musician Conyer Clayton onto the program. Conyer walks through their diverse musical interests, and how you get from Elton John to Metallica to Bjork in just a few steps, and the memories they have attached to those songs and the others in their list.

    For more information about Conyer's books and other endeavours, click here.

    For additional information about Anhedonic Headphones, please click here; or follow Kevin on Instagram and on Twitter. Please consider listening to the podcast Kevin co-hosts, A Reasonable Day.

    Intro Music: “6 Underground,” written by John Barry, Chris Corner, Liam Howe, and Ian Pickering; performed by Sneaker Pimps. Becoming X, Clean Up, 1997.

    Closing Music: “Numb,” written by Beth Gibbons, Geoff Barrow, and Adrian Utley; performed by Portishead. Dummy, Go Disc, 1994.

    Episode Music Credits:

    “Crocodile Rock,” written by Bernie Taupin and Elton John; performed by Elton John. Don’t Shoot Me, I’m Only The Piano Player, DJM, 1972.

    “Master of Puppets,” written and performed by Metallica. Master of Puppets, Elektra, 1986

    “Pleasure if All Mine,” written and performed by Björk Guðmundsdóttir. Medulla, Atlantic, 2004

    “Burning Down The House,” written and performed by Talking Heads. Speaking in Tongues, Sire, 1983

    “Incompatible” written by Will Wiesenfeld; performed by Baths. Obsidian, Basement’s Basement, 2013

    “Lost to Apathy,” written by Martin Henriksson; performed by Dark Tranquility. Character, Century Media, 2005

    “In My Time of Need,”written by Mikael Åkerfeldt; performed by Opeth. Damnation, Music for Nations, 2003.

    “Wilderness,” written by Paul Murphy; performed by Postdata. Let’s Be Wilderness, Paper Bag, 2018.

    “Lost in The Waves,” written and performed by Richard Reed Parry. Quiet River of Dust Pt 2, Anti, 2019.

    “Somewhere Else,” written by Mariam Wallentin; performed by Mariam The Believer. Blood Donation, Repeat Until Death, 2013.

  • In the fourth episode of season ten (or the 56th episode overall) Kevin welcomes Emily Treadgold onto the program—she is the founder of the feminist focused music analysis and criticism site The New Nine. She's also a big Carly Rae Jepsen fan, and is a vegan, so she and Kevin had a nice chat about a number of things outside of the diverse mix of tunes she brought on to discuss.

    Click here for more information about The New Nine.

    For additional information about Anhedonic Headphones, please click here; or follow Kevin on Instagram and on Twitter. And please give the podcast he co-hosts with Alyssa Savino, A Reasonable Day, a listen.

    Intro Music: “6 Underground,” written by John Barry, Chris Corner, Liam Howe, and Ian Pickering; performed by Sneaker Pimps. Becoming X, Clean Up, 1997.

    Closing Music: “Numb,” written by Beth Gibbons, Geoff Barrow, and Adrian Utley; performed by Portishead. Dummy, Go Disc, 1994.

    “Be My Baby,” written by Jeff Barry, Ellie Greenwich, andPhil Spector; performed by The Ronettes. Philes, 1963.

    “Wide Open Spaces,” written by Susan Gibson; performed by The Chicks. Wide Open Spaces, Monument, 1998.

    “Break The Ice,” written by Nate Hills, James Washington, Keri Hilson, and Marcella Araica; performed by Britney Spears. Blackout, Jive, 2007.

    “Feedback,” written by Rodney Jerkins, Dernst Emile, Tasleema Yasin, and LaShawn Daniels; performed by Janet Jackson. Discipline, Island, 2007.

    “Off to The Races,” written by Elizabeth Grant and Tim Larcombe; performed by Lana Del Rey. Born to Die, Polydor, 2012.

    “Cheerleader,” written by Annie Clark; performed by St. Vincent. Stranger Mercy, 4AD, 2011.

    “27 Hours,” written by Ahmad Balshe, Benjamin Diehl, Christopher Taylor, Daniel Schofield,

    Faris Al-Majed, Richard Muñoz, and Jillian Rose Banks; performed by Banks. The Altar, Sony, 2016.

    “I Don’t Smoke,” written and performed by Mitski Miyawaki. Bury Me At Makeout Creek, Double Double Whammy, 2014.

    “Keep Lying,” written by Michael MacAllister, Julie Hardy, and Donna Missal; performed by Donna Missal. This Time, Harves, 2018.

    “Forgive Me,” written by India Parkins, Mark SPears, Nina Charles, Chloe Bailey, Halle Bailey, and Jacob Dutton; performed by Chloe x Halle. Ungodly Hour, Parkwood/Sony, 2020.

    “Your Type,” written by Carly Rae Jepsen, Rami Yacoub, Carl Falk, Wayne Hector, and Tavish Crowe; performed by Carly Rae Jepsen. Emotion, School Boy/Interscope, 2015.

  • In the third episode of season ten, or episode 56 overall, Kevin welcomes Mackenzie Loewen onto the program—she is the co-host of the film recap podcast Caffeinated Flicks, which Kevin was an illustrious guest on over the summer, talking about the film Love and Basketball. Here, the two talk about cover songs, and Mackenzie's love of nostalgia, her eclectic taste in tunes, and where they fall into her life.

    Please check out Caffeinated Flicks as you are able.

    Music Credits:

    Intro Music: “6 Underground,” written by John Barry, Chris Corner, Liam Howe, and Ian Pickering; performed by Sneaker Pimps. Becoming X, Clean Up, 1997.

    Closing Music: “Numb,” written by Beth Gibbons, Geoff Barrow, and Adrian Utley; performed by Portishead. Dummy, Go Disc, 1994.

    “Family Portrait,” written by Alecia Hart and Scott Storch; performed by Pink. M!ssundaztood, RCA, 2001

    “Numb,” written and performed by Linkin Park. Meteora, Warner Brothers, 2003.

    “Anastasia,” written by Aurelio Hernandez, Voltaire, Gregor Kitzis, Matthew Goeke, and George Grant; performed by Aurelio Volatire. Almost Human, Projekt, 2000.

    “1985,” written by Jaret Reddick, Mitch Allan, and John Allen; performed by Bowling For Soup. A Hangover You Don’t Deserve, Jive, 2004.

    “Shackled,” written by Keith Kane; performed by Vertical Horizon. Everything You Want, BMG, 1999.

    “Wicked Game,” written by Chris Issak; performed by Stone Sour. Come What(ever) May, The All Blacks BV, 2006.

    “Last Kiss,” written by Wayne Cochran, Joe Carpenter, Randall Hoyal, and Bobby McGlon; performed by Pearl Jam. No Boundaries, Sony, 1999.

    “We Fall Apart,” written by Justin Cordle and Scott Stevens; performed by We As Human. We As Human, Atlantic, 20213

    “All Around Me (acoustic version),” written by Sameer Bhattacharya, James Culpepper, Jared Hartmann, Pat Seals, and Lacey Sturm; performed by Flyleaf. Flyleaf, Octone, 2005

    “Beloved,” written by Marcus Mumford, Winston Marshall, Ben Lovett, and Ted Dwane; performed by Mumford and Sons. Delta, Glassnote, 2018.“Past Lives,” written and performed by Kesha Sebert. Warrior, RCA, 2012.

  • In the second episode of season ten, or the 55th since the show's inception, Kevin welcomes Liz Brooks onto the program—a fixture of the Minneapolis live music scene for a number of years, the two discuss all things autumnal and spooky with the eclectic selection of songs she brought with to discuss and cultivate a vibe with.

    Music Credits:

    Intro Music: “6 Underground,” written by John Barry, Chris Corner, Liam Howe, and Ian Pickering; performed by Sneaker Pimps. Becoming X, Clean Up, 1997.

    Closing Music: “Numb,” written by Beth Gibbons, Geoff Barrow, and Adrian Utley; performed by Portishead. Dummy, Go Disc, 1994.

    “Little Dark Age,” written by Andrew VanWyngarden and Ben Goldwasser; performed by MGMT. Little Dark Age, Columbia, 2018

    “I Put A Spell On You,” written by Jalacy Hawkins; performed by Screamin’ Jay Hawkins. At Home With Screamin’ Jay Hawkins, Okeh, 1956.

    “Red Right Hand,” written by Nick Cave, Mick Harvey, and Thomas Wylder; performed by Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds. Let Love In, Mute, 1994

    “Moves,” written by Alice Waterhouse, Lux Pyramid, and Marcus Foster; performed by Suki Waterhouse. I Can’t Let Go, Sub Pop, 2022.

    “God’s Favorite Customer,” written by Josh Tillman, Jonathan Rado, and Jonathan Wilson; performed by Father John Misty. God’s Favorite Customer, Sup Pop, 2018.

    “Neon Moon,”written by Ronnie Dunn; performed by Cigarettes After Sex. Partisan, 2018.

    “Hoodie Weather,” written by Dan Campell; performed by The Wonder Years. Suburbia, I’ve Given You All And Now I’m Nothing, Hopeless, 2011.

    “Space Song,” written by Victoria Legrand and Alex Scally; performed by Beach House. Depression Cherry, Sub Pop, 2015.

    “Crooked Teeth,” written by Chris Walla and Ben Gibbard; performed by Death Cab for Cutie. Plans, Atlantic, 2005.“Season of The Witch,” written by Donvoan Leitch; performed by Donovan. Sunshine Superman, Epic, 1966

  • Welcome back, everyone. It's been a minute, but it looks like that minute is up—the tenth season of The Anhedonic Headphones Podcast is upon us. It's the 54th episode overall since the show began, and in the first episode of the new season, Kevin welcomes his first in person guest in three years, Anastasia Stier.

    The two talk about poor mental health, how you never grow out of being an emo kid, and fixating on Julien Baker.

    For additional information about Anhedonic Headphones, please click here; or follow Kevin on Instagram and on Twitter. And please give the podcast he co-hosts with Alyssa Savino, A Reasonable Day, a listen.

    Intro Music: “6 Underground,” written by John Barry, Chris Corner, Liam Howe, and Ian Pickering; performed by Sneaker Pimps. Becoming X, Clean Up, 1997.

    Closing Music: “Numb,” written by Beth Gibbons, Geoff Barrow, and Adrian Utley; performed by Portishead. Dummy, Go Disc, 1994.

    Music Credits:

    “I Won’t Stay Long,” written by Sam Nash; performed by Sixpence None The Richer. Sixpence None The Richer, Squint, 1997.

    “Telethon,” written by Emily Haines; performed by Emily Haines and The Soft Skeleton. What Is Free to A Good Home?, Last Gang, 2007.

    “Reckless” written and performed by Tilly and The Wall. Wild Like Children, Team Love, 2004.

    “This Is Our Emergency,” written and performed by Pretty Girls Make Graves. The New Romance, Matador, 2003.

    “Empty,” written and performed by Metric. Live It Out, Last Gang, 2005.

    “Sea of Love” written by Philip Baptiste and George Khoury; performed by Cat Power. The Covers Record, Matador, 2000.

    “Buttoned Down,” written and performed by Straylight Run. The Needles The Space, Universal, 2007.

    “This is The Last Time,” written by Aaron Dessner, Bryce Dessner, and Matt Berninger; performed by The National. Trouble Will Find Me, 4AD, 2013.

    “Hurt Less,” written and performed by Julien Baker. Turn Out The Lights, Matador, 2017

    “I’ll Never Smile Again,” written by Ruth Lowe; performed by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra and Frank Sinatra. Victor, 1940.

  • In the fifth episode of season nine, or the 53rd episode overall, and the SEASON FINALE until 2024, Kevin welcomes comedian and co-host of The Bechdel Cast, Caitlin Durante, and the two discuss Caitlin's love of film, and a handful of songs that were used impactfully on the big screen.

    Take a listen to Caitlin's "Cool Songs From Cool Soundtracks From Cool Movies" playlist here; listen to her podcast The Bechdel Cast, which is updated every Thursday, and follow her on Instagram or Twitter.

    For additional information about Anhedonic Headphones, please click here; or follow Kevin on Instagram and on Twitter.

    Musical Credits:

    Intro Music- "Hip 2 Da Game" (Instrumental) performed by Lord Finesse. The Awakening: 25th Anniversary Edition, Tommy Boy, 2021.

    Closing Music- "Buck 'Em Down," performed by Black Moon. Black Moon: Instrumentals, Fat Beats, 2017.

    "The Power of Love," written by Hugh Anthony Cregg III, Chris Hayes, and Johnny Colla; performed by Huey Lewis and The News. Back To The Future: Music From The Motion Picture, MCA, 1985.

    "My Heart Will Go On," written by Will Jennings and James Horner; performed by Celine Dion. Titanic: Music From The Motion Picture, Sony, 1997.

    "I'm A Believer," written by Neil Diamond; performed by Smash Mouth. Shrek: Music From The Original Motion Picture, Interscope, 2001.

    "Hot Stuff," written by Pete Bellotte, Harold Faltermeyer, and Keith Forsey; performed by Donna Summer. Bad Girls, Casablanca, 1979

    "Pretend to Be Nice," written by Adam Schlesinger; performed by Kay Hanley. Music From The Motion Picture Josie and The Pussycats, Epic/Playtone, 2001.

    "Sunflower," written by Austin Post, Khalif Brown, Carter Lang, Carl Rosen, Billy Walsh, and Louis Bell; performed by Post Malone and Swae Lee. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (Soundtrack from & Inspired by the Motion Picture), Republic, 2018.

    "Naatu Naatu," written by M. M. Keeravani and Kanukuntla Subhash Chandrabose; performed by Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava. RRR, Lahari Music, 2022.

  • In the fourth episode of season nine, or the 52nd episode since the show began, Kevin welcomes a literal and figurative "friend of the brand." His guest is Lauren Neumann, who is a longtime friend of Kevin's "Reasonable Day" co-host Alyssa Savino, and the two chat about how wedding first dance songs should not be over seven minutes in length, and about embarrassing yourself in front of the lead singer of one of your favorite childhood bands.

    For additional information about Anhedonic Headphones, please click here; or follow Kevin on Instagram and on Twitter.

    Musical Credits:

    Intro Music- "Hip 2 Da Game" (Instrumental) performed by Lord Finesse. The Awakening: 25th Anniversary Edition, Tommy Boy, 2021.

    Closing Music- "Buck 'Em Down," performed by Black Moon. Black Moon: Instrumentals, Fat Beats, 2017.

    "Hella Good," written by Gwen Stefani, Pharrell Williams, Chad Hugo, and Tony Kanal; performed by No Doubt. Rock Steady, Interscope, 2001.

    "So Long, Astoria," written by Kris Roe; performed by The Ataris. So Long, Astoria, Columbia, 2003.

    "Feeling This," written by Travis Barker, Tom Delonge, and Mark Hoppus; performed by Blink 182. Blink 182, Geffen, 2003.

    "Don't Let Go of That Lollipop," assembled by Weezyer, and contains elements of "Don't Let Go," written by Rivers Cuomo and performed by Weezer, and "Lollipop," written by Dwayne Carter, Stephen Garrett, Darius Harrison, Jim Jonsin, Rex Zamor, and Marcus Cooper, and performed by Lil Wayne. Weezer (The Green Album), Geffen, 2001. Tha Carter, Cash Money, 2008.

    "Jesus Christ," written by Jesse Lacey; performed by Brand New. The Devil and God are Raging Inside Me, Interscope, 2006.

    "Reflections," written by Mandy Lee; performed by Mister Wives. Our Own Home, Photo Finish, 2014.

    "Faded High," written and performed by Gayngs. Relayted, Jagjaguwar, 2010.

    "Forgotten," written by Elliott Kozel; performed by TIckle Torture. Spiritual Machete, self-released, 2012.

    "Heartbeats," written by Karin Dreijer and Olof Dreijer; performed Jose Gonzalez. Veneer, Imperial, 2003.

    "Caught Up in You," written by Don Barnes, Jeff Carlisi, Jim Peterik, and Frankie Sullivan; performed by .38 Special. Special Forces, A&M, 1982.

  • In the 51st episode overall, or the third episode of season nine, Kevin welcomes former newsradio personality Scott Peterson onto the show, and the two discuss the longing for concert t-shirts you no longer have, accidentally startling Brian Wilson, and their shared love of sad music made by sad young women.

    For additional information about Anhedonic Headphones, please click here; or follow Kevin on Instagram and on Twitter.

    Musical Credits:

    Intro Music- "Hip 2 Da Game" (Instrumental) performed by Lord Finesse. The Awakening: 25th Anniversary Edition, Tommy Boy, 2021.

    Closing Music- "Buck 'Em Down," performed by Black Moon. Black Moon: Instrumentals, Fat Beats, 2017.

    "Pleasant Valley Sunday," written by Gerry Goffin and Carole King; performed by The Monkees. Pisces, Aquarius, Capricorn & Jones Ltd., RCA, 1967.

    "Eastbound and Down," written by Deena Kaye Rose and Jerry Reed; performed by Jerry Reed. Music From The Motion Picture Smokey and The Bandit, MCA, 1977.

    "Make A Move on Me," written by John Farrar and Tom Snow; performed by Olivia Newton-John. Physical, MCA, 1981

    "Overkill," written and performed by Colin Hay. Man @ Work, Compass, 2003.

    "You Can Call Me Al," written and performed by Paul Simon. Graceland, Warner Brothers, 1986

    "Fall on Me," written by Bill Berry, Peter Buck, Mike Mills, and Michael Stipe; performed by R.E.M. Life's Rich Pageant, I.R.S., 1986.

    "Left of The Dial," written by Paul Westerberg; performed by The Replacements. Tim, Sire, 1985

    "Scott Street," written by Phoebe Bridgers and Marshall vore; performed by Phoebe Bridgers. Stranger in The Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017.

    "Mirrorball," written by Jack Antonoff and Taylor Swift; performed by Taylor Swift. Folklore, Republic, 2020.

    "Love and Mercy (live)," written and performed by Brian Wilson. Love & Mercy – The Life, Love and Genius of Brian Wilson, Capitol, 2015.

  • In the second episode of the ninth season, or the landmark 50th episode since the Anhedonic Headphones Podcast launched in 2019, Kevin welcomes writer and musician Daphne Sidor onto the show where the two talk about third wave ska serving as a gateway to better things, and the pains of not being able to sing a Shakira song in your school's musical assembly.

    For additional information about Anhedonic Headphones, please click here; or follow Kevin on Instagram and on Twitter.

    To learn more about Daphne Sidor, please subscribe to her Substack, The Approach.

    Musical Credits:

    Intro Music- "Hip 2 Da Game" (Instrumental) performed by Lord Finesse. The Awakening: 25th Anniversary Edition, Tommy Boy, 2021.

    Closing Music- "Buck 'Em Down," performed by Black Moon. Black Moon: Instrumentals, Fat Beats, 2017.

    "Estoy Aqui," written by Luis Fernando Ochoa and Shakira Ripoll; performed by Shakira. Pies Descalzos, Sony, 1995.

    "Rudie Can't Fail," written by Mick Jones and Joe Strummer; performed by The Clash. London Calling, Epic, 1979.

    "Lovers Town Revisited," written and performed by Billy Bragg. Life's A Riot With Spy VS Spy, Go! Discs, 1983.

    "Heart Attack," written by Carrie Brownstein and Corin Tucker; performed by Sleater-Kinney. Call The Doctor, Chainsaw, 1996.

    "I Never Dreamed," written by Gerry Goffin and Russ Titelman; performed by The Cookies. Dimension, 1964.

    "Get Me Away From Here, I'm Dying," performed by Belle and Sebastian. If You're Feeling Sinister, Matador, 1996.

    "Heretic Pride," written by John Darnielle; performed by The Mountain Goats. Heretic Pride, 4AD, 2008.

    "We Will Commit Wolf Murder," written by Kevin Barnes; performed by of Montreal. Paralytic Stalks, Polyvinyl, 2012.

    "Good Old Fashioned Lover Boy," written by Farrokh Bulsara; performed by Queen. A Day At The Races, EMI, 1976.

    "Seventeen," written by Sharon Van Etten and Kate Davis; performed by Sharon Van Etten. Remind Me Tomorrow, Jagjaguwar, 2019.

  • In the 49th episode of the podcast overall, and the premiere of the ninth season, Kevin welcomes Collette Andrea, aka Gollden, a singer, songwriter, ambient performer, and podcaster from Toronto—the two talk about her journey from listening to Stevie Ray Vaughan to Stars of The Lid, her new EP, and the podcast she started at the beginning of 2023.

    For additional information about Anhedonic Headphones, please click here; or follow Kevin on Instagram and on Twitter.

    To learn more about Collette and Gollden, visit her website, listen on Bandcamp, or follow her on Instagram; or subscribe to her Gollden Hour Podcast on Spotify.

    Musical Credits:

    Intro Music- "Hip 2 Da Game" (Instrumental) performed by Lord Finesse. The Awakening: 25th Anniversary Edition, Tommy Boy, 2021.

    Closing Music- "Cypress" written and performed by Collette Andrea. Before You Sleep, self released, 2023.

    "Little Wing," written by James Marshall Hendrix; performed by the Jimi Hendrix Experience. Axis: Bold As Love, Reprise, 1967.

    "Lenny," written by Stephen Ray Vaughan; performed by Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble. Texas Flood, Epic, 1983.

    "Where Did You Sleep Last Night?," attributed by Huddie William Ledbetter; performed by Nirvana. Nirvana Unplugged in New York, DCG, 1994.

    "Metal Heart," written by Chan Marshall; performed by Cat Power. Moon Pix, Matador, 1998.

    "Intuition," written and performed by Leslie Feist. The Reminder, Polydoor, 2007.

    "Love," written and performed by John Lennon. Plastic Ono Band, EMI, 1970.

    "Your Hand in Mind," written and performed by Explosions in The Sky. The Earth is Not A Cold Dead Place, Temporary Residence, 2003.

    "East of The Full Moon," written and performed by Georg Deuter. East of The Full Moon, New Earth, 2005.

    "Piano Aquieu," written by Brian McBride and Adam Wiltzie; performed by Stars of The Lid. The Tired Sounds of Stars of The Lid, Kranky, 2001.

    "LA11," written by Richard Hall; performed by Moby. Long Ambients 1: Calm, Sleep, self-released, 2016.

  • CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a lengthy discussion on mental health, depression, anxiety, self harm, and suicidal ideation.

    In the season eight finale of the show (the fifth episode of the season, and the 48th episode overall) Kevin welcomes writer and podcast host Anna Borges to the show. Anna is the author of The More or Less Definitive to Self-Care, and the host of the mental health podcast Mood Ring. The two talk about the expression "theatre kid," being depressed teenagers who turned into depressed adults, and Anna's love of the Spotify algorithm.

    To learn more about Anna, please follow her on Twitter or Instagram. The essay "I Am Not Always Very Attached to Being Alive," can be read here. Subscribe to the podcast she hosts, Mood Ring, here. For additional information about Anhedonic Headphones, please click here.

    Episode Musical Credits

    Intro Music: "Brooklyn Zoo (instrumental)," written by Russell Jones, Dennis Coles, and Robert Diggs; originally performed by Ol' Dirty Bastard. Taken from the Get On Down reissue of Return to The 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version, 2011.

    Outro Music: "What Does Your Soul Looks Like (Part 4)," performed by DJ Shadow. Endtroducing..., Mo Wax, 1996.

    Incidental Music: "Cymbal Rush," written by Thom Yorke; performed by Christopher O'Riley.

    “My Immortal,” written by Amy Lee, Ben Moody, and David Hodges ;performed by Evanescence. Fallen, Wind Up, 2003.

    “Addicted,” written by Pierre Bouvier, Chuck Comeau, Arnold Lanni, Sébastien Lefebvre, and Jeff Stinco ;performed by Simple Plan. No Pads, No Helmets, Just Balls, Warner Brothers, 2003.

    “All Hail The Heartbreaker," written and performed by The Spill Canvas. Sunsets and Car Crashes, One Eleven Records, 2003.

    “Be Calm,” written by Nate Ruess, Andrew Dost, Jack Antonoff, and Sam Means; performed by fun. Aim and Ignite, fun music, 2009

    “Are You Satisfied,” written by Marina Diamandis; performed by Marina And The Diamonds. The Family Jewels, 679 Recordings, 2010.

    “Black Sheep,” written by Gin Wigmore and Butch Walker; performed by Gin Wigmore. Gravel and Wine, Universal Music, 2011

    “Scream," written by Harry Springer; performed by The Midnight Club. Self released 2019

    “C’est La Mort,” written by Joy Williams and John Paul White; performed by The Civil Wars. Barton Hollow, Columbia, 2011.

    “Dust and Ashes,” written by Dave Malloy; performed by Josh Groban. Natasha, Pierre, and The Great Comet of 1812, Reprise, 2017.

    “House by The Sea,” written by Pål Moddi Knutsen; performed by Moddi. Set The House on Fire, Propeller, 2013.

    “Stranger,” written by Thomas Freeman; performed by Covey. Self-released, 2015

  • Kevin welcomes Minneapolis-based writer Cody Raisch to the show for the fourth episode of season eight, or the 47th episode overall. Cody writes the blog The Roller Codester (get it?) and the two talk about her love of BTS, living through the pandemic with Taylor Swift being the thing to hold you down, and the problematic nostalgia of Gwen Stefani.

    As you are able, take a look at Cody's blog, The Roller Codester, or follow her on Instagram and Twitter. For additional information about Anhedonic Headphones, please click here.

    Episode Musical Credits

    Intro Music: "Brooklyn Zoo (instrumental)," written by Russell Jones, Dennis Coles, and Robert Diggs; originally performed by Ol' Dirty Bastard. Taken from the Get On Down reissue of Return to The 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version, 2011.

    Outro Music: "What Does Your Soul Looks Like (Part 4)," performed by DJ Shadow. Endtroducing..., Mo Wax, 1996.

    “The 1,” written by Taylor Swift and Aaron Dessner; performed by Taylor Swift. Folklore, Republic, 2020.

    “Northern Downpour,” written by Ryan Ross and Jon Walker; performed by Panic at The Disco. Pretty. Odd, Fueled By Ramen, 2008.

    “Cool,” written by Dallas Austin and Gwen Stefani; performed by Gwen Stefani. Love. Angel. Music. Baby., Interscope, 2004.

    “Dimple,” written by Matthew Tishler, Allison Kaplan, and Kim Nam-joon; performed by BTS. Love Yourself, Big Hit, 2017.

    “Home,” written by Kim Nam-moon, Lauren Dyson, Tushar Apte, Krysta Youngs, Julia Ross, Bobby Chung, Song Jae-kyung, Kang Hyo-won, and Park Soo-hyun; performed by BTS. Map of The Soul, Big Hit, 2019.

    “Sanctuary,” written by George Miller, Daniel Wilson, Justin Raisin, and Luke Niccoli; performed by Joji. Nectar, 88 Rising, 2020.

    “Ivy,” written by James Ryan Ho and Christopher Beaux; performed by Frank Ocean. Blonde, XL, 2016.

    “Sometimes,” written by Ilya Salmanzadeh, Max Martin, Peter Svensson, and Savan Kotecha; performed by Ariana Grande. Dangerous Woman, Republic, 2016.

    “Fantasy,” written by Mariah Carey, Dave Hall, Adrian Belew, Chris Frantz, Steven Stanley, Tina Weymouth; performed by Mariah Carey. Daydream, Columbia, 1995.

    “This Must Be The Place,” written by David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Tina Weymouth, and Jerry Harrison; performed by Talking Heads. Speaking in Tongues, Sire, 1983.

  • Season eight continues with its third episode, and the 46th episode of the show overall, and the guests continue to nothing but illustrious as Kevin welcomes multi instrumentalist Tom Morris to the show. Tom primarily makes music under the band name Swim Camp, but this fall he went on tour playing drums for Victoria Park's project Pictoria Vark. Tom talks about his love of both jazz music and downer indie rock, and they give Phil Collins his flowers.

    For information about Tom's project Swim Camp, take a listen to his output on Bandcamp, or follow him on Instagram and Twitter; For additional information about Anhedonic Headphones, please click here.

    Episode Musical Credits

    Intro Music: "Brooklyn Zoo (instrumental)," written by Russell Jones, Dennis Coles, and Robert Diggs; originally performed by Ol' Dirty Bastard. Taken from the Get On Down reissue of Return to The 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version, 2011.

    Outro Music: "What Does Your Soul Looks Like (Part 4)," performed by DJ Shadow. Endtroducing..., Mo Wax, 1996.

    "Self Portrait in Three Colors," written and performed by Charles Mingus. Mingus Ah Um, Columbia, 1959.

    "Fields of Gold," written by Gordon Sumner; performed by Sting. Ten Summoner's Tales, A&M, 1993.

    "Solsbury Hill," written and performed by Peter Gabriel. Peter Gabriel 1: Car, ATCO, 1977.

    "Nefertiti," written by Wayne Shorter; performed by Miles Davis. Nefertiti, Columbia, 1968

    "Glass," written and performed by Blue Smiley. Return, self-released, 2016.

    "Steps - What Was," performed by Chick Corea. Now He Sings, Now He Sobs, Solid State, 1968.

    "Inside Out," written and performed by Duster. Stratosphere, Up, 1998.

    "Graceland," written and performed by Paul Simon. Graceland, Warner Brothers, 1986.

    Vordhosbn," written by Richard D. James; performed by Aphex Twin. Drukqs, Warp, 2002.

    "M," written by Emily Sprague; performed by Florist. Emily Alone, Double Double Whammy, 2019.

  • Season 8! Episode 2! The 45th episode overall! Illustrious guests? You bet! Kevin welcomes his new pal, writer Alyssa Savino, onto the program where the two talk about the importance of Sisqo, spending time in the out of doors, and their shared love of Carly Rae Jepsen, as well as the delightful collection of songs Alyssa wanted to bring onto the show and the variety of stories she has to share about each.

    To learn more about Soft Earlobe, Alyssa's newsletter, please click here; and to learn more about Alyssa, follow her on Instagram or Twitter. For additional information about Anhedonic Headphones, please click here.

    Episode Musical Credits

    Intro Music: "Brooklyn Zoo (instrumental)," written by Russell Jones, Dennis Coles, and Robert Diggs; originally performed by Ol' Dirty Bastard. Taken from the Get On Down reissue of Return to The 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version, 2011.

    Outro Music: "What Does Your Soul Looks Like (Part 4)," performed by DJ Shadow. Endtroducing..., Mo Wax, 1996.

    "Kiss From A Rose," written by Henry Samuel; performed by Seal. Seal II, Sire/Warner, 1994.

    "Dreams," written by Sammy Hagar, Eddie Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, and Michael Anthony; performed by Van Halen. 5150, Warner Brothers, 1986.

    "Thong Song," written by Mark Andrews, Tim Kelley, Bob Robinson,and Draco Rosa; performed by Sisqo. Unleash The Dragon, Def Soul, 1999.

    "I Don't Want to Miss A Thing," written by Diane Warren; performed by Aerosmith. Armageddon: The Soundtrack, Columbia, 1998.

    "Dynamite," written by Dr. Luke, Max Martin, Benny Blanco, and Bonnie McKee; performed by Taio Cruz. Rokstarr, Island/Universal, 2009.

    "Run," written by Ed Roland; performed by Collective Soul. Dosage, Atlantic, 1999.

    "You Ruin Me," written by Anthony Egizii, David Musumeci, Lisa Origliasso, and Jessica Origliasso; performed by The Veronicas. The Veronicas, Sony, 2014.

    "I Can't Fall in Love Without You," written by Christian Waltz,Hampus Lindvall, and Jerker Hansson; performed by Zara Larsson. So Good, Epic, 2017.

    "Smoke Alarm," written and performed by Carsie Blanton. Idiot Heart, self released, 2012.

    "Your Type," written by Rami Yacoub, Carl Falk, Wayne Hector, Tavish Crowe, and Carly Rae Jepsen; performed by Carly Rae Jepsen. Emotion, School Boy/Interscope, 2015.

  • The podcast is back! It's the eighth season! Nothing but illustrious guests! Kevin welcomes comedian and podcast host Ashley Hamilton to the program, and the two chop it up about living with relatively young dogs, alternative rock from the 1990s, and how difficult podcasting during the pandemic has been. They also discuss the eclectic mix of music Ashley selected to bring onto the show.

    To learn more about the podcast Ashley co-hosts, Celebrity Memoir Book Club, click here; to learn more about Ashley herself, follow her on Instagram or Twitter. For additional information about Anhedonic Headphones, please click here.

    Episode Musical Credits

    Intro Music: "Brooklyn Zoo (instrumental)," written by Russell Jones, Dennis Coles, and Robert Diggs; originally performed by Ol' Dirty Bastard. Taken from the Get On Down reissue of Return to The 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version, 2011.

    Outro Music: "What Does Your Soul Looks Like (Part 4)," performed by DJ Shadow. Endtroducing..., Mo Wax, 1996.

    "Losing My Religion," written by Michael Stipe, Bill Berry, Peter Buck, and Mike Mills; performed by R.E.M. Out of Time, Warner Brothers, 1991.

    "Deadbeat Club," written by Kate Pierson, Fred Schneider, Keith Strickland, and Cindy Wilson; performed by The B-52's. Cosmic Thing, Reprise, 1989.

    "Song For Someone," written by Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen; performed by U2. Songs of Innocence, Interscope, 2014.

    "Ocean Avenue," written by Ryan Key, Ben Harper, Pete Mosely, Longineu W. Parsons III, and Sean Mackin; performed by Yellowcard. Ocean Avenue, Capitol, 2003.

    "Like Real People Do," written by Andrew John Hozier-Byrne; performed by Hozier. Hozier, Island/Columbia, 2014.

    "Ultralight Beam," written by Kanye West, Michael Dean, Kelly Price, Terius Nash,Nico Segal, Kirk Franklin, Kasseem Dean, Chancelor Bennett, Noah Goldstein, Jerome Potter, Samuel Griesemer, Cydel Young, Malik Jones, and Derek Watkins; performed by Kanye West featuring Chance The Rapper and Kirk Franklin. The Life of Pablo, G.O.O.D Music/Def Jam, 2016.

    "Strong Enough," written by Sheryl Crow, Bill Bottrell, Kevin Gilbert, Brian MacLeod, David Ricketts, and David Baerwald; performed by Sheryl Crow. Tuesday Night Music Club, A&M, 1993.

    "Dear John," written and performed by Taylor Swift. Speak Now, Big Machine, 2010.

    "Undone—The Sweater Song," written by Rivers Cuomo; performed by Weezer. Weezer (The Blue Album), DGC, 1994.

    "Autobiography," written by Ashlee Simpson, John Shanks, and Kara DioGuardi; performed by Ashlee Simpson. Autobiography, Geffen, 2004.

  • In the SEASON FINALE of the seventh season of the show (the seventh episode of this season and the 43rd overall) Kevin welcomes O.G. palington Eric Buegler AKA Buegs onto the show. Buegs is the co-host of the movie podcast "The Avid Indoorsmen," and the two catch up over their love of girl pop, Buegs' time on a cruise ship, his love of romantic comedies, and his complicated relationship with music.

    For more information about the "award winning" music criticism site, Anhedonic Headphones, click here! To learn more about "The Avid Indoorsmen," head to their website.

    Episode Musical Credits

    Intro Music: "Brooklyn Zoo (instrumental)," written by Russell Jones, Dennis Coles, and Robert Diggs; originally performed by Ol' Dirty Bastard. Taken from the Get On Down reissue of Return to The 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version, 2011.

    Outro Music: "What Does Your Soul Looks Like (Part 4)," performed by DJ Shadow. Endtroducing..., Mo Wax, 1996.

    Incidental Music: "It Never Entered My Mind," written by Lorenz Hart and Richard Rogers; performed by Miles Davis. Workin', Prestige, 1954.

    "Home," written by Marc Broussard, Shannon Sanders, Marshall Altan, Ted Broussard, and Andrew Ramsey; performed by Marc Broussard. Carencro, Island, 2004.

    "Stand by Me," written by Ben E. King, Jerry Leiber, and Mike stoller; performed by Ben E. King. Don't Play That Song!, ATCO, 1961.

    "Respect" written by Otis Redding; performed by Aretha Franklin. I Never Loved A Man The Way I Love You, Atlantic, 1967.

    "Superstition," written and performed by Stevie Wonder. Talking Book, Motown/Tamla, 1972.

    "Adagio for Strings, Op. 11," written by Samuel Barber; conducted by Leonard Bernstein and performed by the New York Philharmonic. Barber: Adagio for Strings & Violin Concerto - Schuman: In Praise of Shahn & To Thee Old Cause, Sony, 1971.

    "Stop This Train," written and performed by John Mayer. Continuum, Aware/Columbia, 2006.

    "Fields of Gold," written by Gordon Sumner; performed by Eva Cassidy. Songbird, Blix Street, 1998.

    "Somewhere Over The Rainbow/What A Wonderful World," written by Harold Arlen, Yip Harburg, Bob Thiele, and George David Weiss; performed by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole. Facing Future, Big Boy, 1993.

    "Goodbye Until Tomorrow/I Could Never Save You," written by Jason Robert Brown; performed by Sherie Rene Scott and Norbert Leo Butz. The Last Five Years, Sh-K Boom, 2002.

    "Cut to The Feeling," written by Carly Rae Jepsen, Simon Wilcox, and Nolan Lambroza; performed by Carly Rae Jepsen. School Boy/Interscope, 2017.

  • In this episode—the 42nd overall, and the sixth in season seven, Kevin has an enthusiastic conversation with YouTuber Nicole Fegan, who traces her musical life from the pop-punk of her youth to the spectral folk of adulthood, and all of the places and sounds in between.

    To check out Nicole's videos on films, books, and music, head over to her YouTube channel, and more information about the "award winning" music criticism site, Anhedonic Headphones, click here!

    Episode Musical Credits

    Intro Music: "Brooklyn Zoo (instrumental)," written by Russell Jones, Dennis Coles, and Robert Diggs; originally performed by Ol' Dirty Bastard. Taken from the Get On Down reissue of Return to The 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version, 2011.

    Outro Music: "What Does Your Soul Looks Like (Part 4)," performed by DJ Shadow. Endtroducing..., Mo Wax, 1996.

    "Misery Business," written by Haley Williams and Josh Farro; performed by Paramore. Riot!, Fueled by Ramen, 2007

    "The Only Thing," written and performed by Sufjan Stevens. Carrie and Lowell, Asthmatic Kitty, 2015.

    "Everybody Does" written and performed by Julien Baker. Sprained Ankle, 6131, 2015.

    "Ladies and Gentlemen We Are Floating in Space," written by Jason Pierce, George David Weiss, Hugo Peretti, and Luigi Creatore; performed by Spiritualized. Ladies and Gentlemen We Are Floating in Space, Dedicated, 1997.

    "Headache," written by Elizabeth Harris; performed by Grouper. Paradise Valley, Yellow Electric, 2016.

    "Goodnight My Beautiful," performed by Russ Morgan and His Orchestra. Hindsight Records, 1939.

    "Sometimes," written by Tim Booth, Larry Gott, and Jim Glennie; performed by James. Laid, Fontaine, 1993.

    "SugarHouse (Live)," written by Alex Giannascol; performed by Alex G. House of Sugar, Domino, 2019.

    "How to Rent A Room," written by David Berman; performed by Silver Jews. The Natural Bridge, Drag City, 1996.

    "Anything," written and performed by Adrianne Lenker. Songs and Instrumentals, 4AD, 2020.

  • In this episode, the 41st overall and the fifth this season, Kevin welcomes his college professor Joe Klinebriel onto the show. Joe talks about his uncanny ability to be on the cutting edge of musical trends, making a good first impression when meeting celebrities, and the music that both shaped his life and inspired a one-person show he has been writing during his sabbatical away from teaching at Clarke University.

    For more information about the "award winning" music criticism site, Anhedonic Headphones, click here!

    Also, here is a link to watch Joe's brief appearance in the MTV News bit mentioned in the interview. It's great.

    Episode Musical Credits

    Intro Music: "Brooklyn Zoo (instrumental)," written by Russell Jones, Dennis Coles, and Robert Diggs; originally performed by Ol' Dirty Bastard. Taken from the Get On Down reissue of Return to The 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version, 2011.

    Outro Music: "What Does Your Soul Looks Like (Part 4)," performed by DJ Shadow. Endtroducing..., Mo Wax, 1996.

    "Once in A Lifetime," written by David Byrne, Brian Eno, Chris Frantz, Jerry Harrison, and Tina Weymouth; performed by Talking Heads. Remain in Light, Sire, 1980.

    "The Curse," written and performed by Josh Ritter. So Runs The World Away, Pytheas Recordings, 2010.

    I Will Follow You Into The Dark," written by Ben Gibbard; performed by Death Cab for Cutie. Plans, Atlantic, 2005.

    "Famous Last Words" written by Rolland Orzabal and Nicky Holland; performed by Tears for Fears. The Seeds of Love, Fontana, 1989.

    "In Spite of Me," written by Mark Sandman; performed by Morphine. Cure for Pain, Rykodisc, 1993.

    "So What'cha Want," written by Adam Yauch, Michael Diamond, and Adam Horovitz; performed by Beastie Boys. Check Your Head, Capitol, 1992.

    "Strange Fruit" written by Abel Meeropol; performed by Billie Holiday. Commodore, 1939.

    "The Life," written by Wendy Melvoin and Lisa Coleman; performed by Wendy and Lisa. Wendy and Lisa, Columbia, 1987.

    "Please, Please, Please, Let Me Get What I Want," written by Johnny Marr and Steven Patrick Morrissey; performed by The Smiths. Hatful of Hollow, Rough Trade, 1984.

    "Rock n Roll Suicide," written and performed by David Bowie. The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders From Mars, RCA, 1972.