Episodes
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian sit down to discuss what theyâve been listening to (and watching) lately. The brothers break down the latest albums from Waxahatchee, Hurray for the Riff Raff, and Friko, before jumping in the time machine to talk Linda Ronstadt. Closing it out, a discussion of the Oscar film favorites and the unsettling brilliance of Jonathan Glazerâs The Zone of Interest.
Let us know what youâve been listening to @thebrotherpod on Twitter.
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian break down their annual top 20 albums of the yearâand the advanced mathematics that determines them. In a conversation that spans hip-hop, country, experimental rock, and just about everything else, the brothers discuss the best music of a fantastic year of music.
Albums referenced (alphabetically for spoiler-free listening)
Being Dead, When Horses Would Run
boygenius, the record
Bully, Days Move Slow
DAIISTAR, Good Star
dazy, OTHERBODY
Geese, 3D Country
Jessie Ware, That! Feels Good!
Jess Williamson, Time Ainât Accidental
JPEGMAFIA & Danny Brown, SCARINâ THE HOES
Melenas, Ahora
Mitski, The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We
Nation of Language, Strange Disciple
noname, Sundial
Parannoul, After the Magic
Roisin Murphy & DJ Koze, Hit Parade
Slow Pulp, Yard
The Tubs, Dead Meat
Yaeji, With A Hammer
Yo La Tengo, This Stupid World
Yves Tumor, Praise a Lord That Chews But Does Not Consume; (Or Simply, Hot Between Worlds)
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian sit down for an extended movies and TV version of their âWhat Are You Listening To?â segment. The brothers discuss some of their favorite movies of the year including The Holdovers, Killers of the Flower Moon, May December, and Air, before breaking down the state of TV in 2023 with The Bear, The Gold, Fargo, Murder in Boston, The Crown, and more.
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian sit down to review Ed Stasiumâs long-anticipated remaster of the seminal Replacementâs album Tim. The brothers break down the legacy of the original recording, and why the overproduced sound always seemed to hold it back. Then, first (or twelfth) take on the new Stasium mix and why fans may never go back to the original.
Listen to Tim: Let It Bleed Edition on Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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In this weekâs episode, the duo Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss the duo George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley of the band Wham! The brothers discuss the new uplifting documentary about the band, Wham!, before breaking down the origins of the group, the mixed reactions to their music from serious music fans, and how the duo launched the meteoric rise of George Michael.
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down for a cross-media discussion of the latest live shows, TV shows, and audio shows (aka podcasts) theyâve been enjoying. Wyndham discusses his visit to the Re:SET Concert Series featuring boygenius, LCD Soundsystem, Steve Lacey, and an array of artist-selected supporting acts, before breaking down a concert from fan-favorite Wednesday at The Sinclair in Cambridge, MA. Then the brothers break down the latest season of The Bear, including an analysis of the showâs authenticity when it comes to Chicago dialect, music, and food. Finally, a discussion on the latest music podcast obsession, Life of the Record, which gives first-person accounts of albums from artists like Violent Femmes, Pixies, and more.
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian reconvene to discuss the latest music theyâve been loving over the past few months. The brothers break down the latest from Asheville supergroup Wednesday, the hard-to-pin-down Yves Tumor, Richmond prodigy Dazy, UK darlings Young Fathers, the new disco-funk queen Jessie Ware, and new favorite Dust Star.
Let us know what youâve been enjoying @thebrotherpod on Twitter and check out our favorite new albums on Spotify through the links below.
Wednesday, RAT SAW GOD
Yves Tumor, Praise A Lord Who Chews But Which Does Not Consume; (Or Simply, Hot Between Worlds)
Dazy, OTHERBODY
Young Fathers, Heavy Heavy
Jessie Ware, That! Feels Good!
Dust Star, Open Up That Heart
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian discuss the seminal De La Soul album 3 Feet High and Rising as the groupâs catalogue finally becomes available for streaming. Listening to the album for the very first time, Christian gives his initial review of the classic hip-hop record as the brothers break down the history of sampling, the lawsuit that shuttered the music for decades, and how the album can be appreciated across generations.
You can now (finally) listen to 3 Feet High and Rising on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/album/34LxHI9x14qXUOS8AWRrYD?si=PcoaYX82Q1ymNEjAr2Ijew
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham sits down with Kevin Alexander, Joe Keohane, and Alessandra Lusardi (aka S.E. Boyd) to discuss their hit debut novel The Lemon. The writing and editing trio discuss their collaborative process in writing the novel, the inspiration behind some of the key characters and themes, and the future of their band-like collective.
THE LEMON was a New York Times book review Editorâs Choice and you can read their review here: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/10/29/books/review/the-lemon-s-e-boyd.html
It was also named a Most Anticipated Book of Fall 2022 by Entertainment Weekly, Vogue, AARP the Magazine, The AV Club, Parade, Eater, The New York Post, LitHub, Publishers Lunch, and many more (including Brother Brother Brother).
What others have said about The Lemon:
â(It) skewers what they refer to as the âCelebrity-Death Industrial Complexâ with spit-take-level humor.â â The Washington Post
âLaugh out loud sensational.â â Lee Child
âThe most fun Iâve had reading a made-up story in forever and a day.â â Bob Odenkirk
The Lemon has been optioned by the producers of the HBO hit series A Mare of Easttown and S.E. Boyd is currently writing the pilot episode with their production team.
You can buy The Lemon on Kindle, Audiobook, and hardcover here:
https://www.amazon.com/Lemon-Novel-S-Boyd/dp/0593490444
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss Belle & Sebastian, review their latest release Late Developers, and give an overview of their most anticipated albums of 2023. The brothers discuss the simultaneous humble and meteoric rise of the band, their personal intros to their sound, and the uniquely bookish yet charming appeal of their fanbase. Then, an overview of some recently released albums and exciting new ones on the horizon, including new work from Margo Price, Yo La Tengo, Caroline Polachek, White Reaper, Gorillaz, and more.
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian get together to discuss their collective favorite albums (and numerous honorable mentions) of the musical redemption year that was 2022. The brothers break down stalwart favorites like Mitski, Spoon, Spiritualized, and Angel Olsen, new favorites SASAMI, Steve Lacy, and Wet Leg, and many more of the best albums we were graced with in a fantastic year of music.
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to pay tribute to the late Christine McVieâFleetwood Macâs Queen of Hits. The brothers discuss McVieâs constant presence as a gifted songwriter, her unique ability to craft huge hits for the band, and her quiet persistence through the roller-coaster history of Fleetwood Mac. Then, Wyndham and Jeremy break down the recent Showtime documentary adaptation of Elizabeth Goodmanâs book Meet Me in the Bathroom, and how the film managed to deflate the fun of the scene.
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss the tear of shows theyâve seen lately before diving into a serious discussion on how the pandemic has fundamentally shifted the landscape for live music. The brothers break down how shutdowns and revenue loss has changed how bands tour, how theyâre booked, how tickets are sold, and the evolving landscape of venuesâbefore shifting to the positive to talk about the new world of music-first venue design.
Has your live music experience changed post-pandemic? Or are you still diving head-first into the pit like nothing happened? Either way, letâs talk @thebrotherpod on Twitter.
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham and Jeremy reunite after a brief summer vacation to discuss the latest releases in the banger year of music that has been 2022. Then, another edition of Brother Brother Brother Book Club as the two discuss the new Bob Spitz book Led Zeppelin: The Biography.
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss the albums theyâve been loving and the mid-year contenders for the coveted âalbum of the yearâ. The brothers break down new favorites from Horsegirl, Letâs Eat Grandma, Saba, and The Smile, plus strong new records from Angel Olsen and Kevin Morby.
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham and Jeremy return after a brief summer vacation to brush the dust off The Lemonheadsâ 1992 album Itâs A Shame About Ray. The brothers discuss the murdererâs row of outstanding albums that were released in â92 before diving deep on the surprise resurgence of The Lemonheads, the mystique and talent of Evan Dando, and their personal connection to this brief but delightful album for its 30th anniversary.
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss what theyâve been listening to (and loving) for the past few months. In a discussion that spans new releases from old favorites and some emerging talents, the brothers touch on the latest albums from Sharon Van Etten, Arcade Fire, Spiritualized, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Pusha T, and Wet Leg.
Let us know what youâve been listening to and what we should check out @thebrotherpod on Twitter.
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham and Jeremy return to the record shelf to revisit Wilcoâs third album, Summerteeth. The brothers discuss the origins of the band, the psychedelic pop sound of the album (and what contributed to it), and the tour that led to the greatest live show that Jeremy has ever seen.
Let us know whatâs on your record shelf (and why it belongs there) @thebrotherpod on Twitter. We may discuss it in a future episode.
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham and Jeremy do a deep dive on an old favorite albumâUnder the Big Black Sun by X. As the first selection by Wyndham in the new The Record Shelf series, the brothers discuss the musical and cultural landscape of the year Under the Big Black Sun was released, including the 70s hangover, the rise of Reaganism, and the songs playing on the radio and pop charts. Then, they dive deep into the album, discussing the history of X and their personal histories with the band.
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In this weekâs episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss all the things theyâve been loving lately. First, a return to the movies to discuss the breakthrough Oscar contender from Joachim TrierâThe Worst Person in the World. Then, the brothers discuss the latest record from Hurray for the Riff Raff Life on Earth, and how it could be an early contender for album of the year. Finally, Wyndham and Jeremy break down some couch viewing with a discussion on the Kanye West documentary trio Jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy and a nostalgic deep dive on the iconic hip-hop series The Box with Nasâs documentary Youâre Watching Video Music Box.
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