Episodes

  • Husker Du

    Husker Du

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    Hailing from Saint Paul, MN, Husker Du was formed in 1979 by guitarist/vocalist Bob Mould, bassist Greg Norton, and drummer/vocalist Grant Hart. Before calling it a day in 1988, the band released six studio full-length albums, two live albums, two EPs, 10 singles, and two live albums (one released after the band broke up). More importantly, the band was hugely influential, helping to pave the way for the alternative rock boom in the 1990s.

    Timestamps:

    00:00:00 - Part 1

    00:07:26 - “In a Free Land” from In a Free Land (1982)

    00:10:16 - Part 2

    00:14:04 - “Never Talking to You Again” from Zen Arcade (1984)

    00:15:40 - Part 3

    00:17:38 - “I Apologize” from New Day Rising (1985)

    00:21:12 - Part 4

    00:22:28 - “Flip Your Wig” from Flip Your Wig (1985)

    00:24:58 - Part 5

    00:29:20 - “Keep Hanging On” from Flip Your Wig (1985)

    00:32:30 - Part 6

    00:35:33 - “Sorry Somehow” from Candy Apple Grey (1986)

    00:39:53 - Part 7

    00:43:43 - “These Important Years” from Warehouse: Songs and Stories (1987)

    00:47:27 - Part 8

    References and Clip Sources:

    Wikipedia - Husker Du: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H%C3%BCsker_D%C3%BC

    Encyclopedia Britannica - HĂźsker DĂź: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Husker-Du

    The Current - Do You Remember?: https://www.thecurrent.org/podcasts/husker-du

    HĂźsker DĂź Database: http://www.thirdav.com/hddb.shtml

    MinnPost - How St. Paul punk pioneers HĂźsker DĂź paved the way for grunge music: https://www.minnpost.com/mnopedia/2018/12/how-st-paul-punk-pioneers-husker-du-paved-the-way-for-grunge-music/

    YouTube - Husker Du and The Replacements segment from "The Minneapolis Sound" documentary.: https://youtu.be/uRIhtn-SWLI

    YouTube - Husker Du Could You Be The One & She's A Woman Joan Rivers Show 27/04/87: https://youtu.be/N7i_KL-2rEc

  • Vampire Weekend

    Vampire Weekend

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    Hailing from New York City, NY, Vampire Weekend was formed by four college friends at Columbia University in 2006. Since then the band has released five critically acclaimed albums, won multiple awards, and toured the world.

    Timestamps:

    00:00:00 - Part 1

    00:07:51 - “A-Punk” from Vampire Weekend (2008)

    00:10:05 - Part 2

    00:13:51 - “Giving Up the Gun” from Contra (2010)

    00:18:30 - Part 3

    00:23:38 - “Unbelievers” from Modern Vampires of the City (2013)

    00:28:59 - Part 4

    00:32:21 - “Harmony Hill” from Father of the Bride (2019)

    00:38:19 - Part 5

    00:52:45 - “Gen-X Cops” from Only God Was Above Us (2024)

    00:56:25 - Part 6

    01:02:23 - “Ruby Soho” recorded live on BBC Radio 1 (2010)

    01:04:46 - Part 7

    References and Clip Sources:

    Wikipedia - Vampire Weekend: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vampire_Weekend

    Discogs - Vampire Weekend: https://www.discogs.com/artist/861083-Vampire-Weekend

    Rate Your Music - Vampire Weekend: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/vampire-weekend

    Genius - Vampire Weekend: https://genius.com/artists/Vampire-weekend

    Pitchfork - Listen: Vampire Weekend Cover Rancid: https://pitchfork.com/news/37822-listen-vampire-weekend-cover-rancid/

    YouTube - Ruby Soho - Vampire Weekend (Rancid Cover): https://youtu.be/ITLzR1cqIDs

    YouTube - Maya Rudolph and Vampire Weekend Promise a “Resplendent” SNL: https://youtu.be/0HTRnE1jMdw

    YouTube - Vampire Weekend's Ezra Koenig on why he never made it as a rapper: https://youtu.be/cEWMmCJqs6E

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  • Bonus - Discography First Impressions: Gang of Youths

    Bonus - Discography First Impressions: Gang of Youths

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    This was originally posted on the One Band, 5 Songs Patreon on October 14, 2024.

    I first heard Australia’s Gang of Youths in 2022 when they released their third full-length album angel in realtime., but for whatever reason, their music didn’t stick with me. While doing research for a future bonus audio, I rediscovered the band and decided to give their discography a whirl. This is my first impression.

    Playlist:

    Spotify - Gang of Youths (discography): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0uuGLaiOPnzmxfn8Fva6Hc

    References:

    Wikipedia - Gang of Youths: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gang_of_Youths

    Discogs - Gang of Youths: https://www.discogs.com/artist/4450915-Gang-of-Youths

    Rate Your Music - Gang of Youths: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/gang-of-youths

    Rate Your Music: Big Music: https://rateyourmusic.com/genre/big-music/

    Switched on Pop - Learning to love: Coldplay: https://switchedonpop.com/episodes/coldplay-moon-music

  • Buffalo Tom

    Buffalo Tom

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    Hailing from Boston, MA, Buffalo Tom formed in 1986 by college friends Bill Janovitz (guitar), Chris Colbourn (bass), and Tom Maginnis (drums). During their initial run, the band released six full-length albums and appeared on numerous soundtracks and compilations before going on hiatus sometime around 2000. The band returned in 2007 and has since released four full-length albums, the most recent being 2024’s Jump Rope.

    Timestamps:

    00:00:00 - Part 1

    00:10:18 - “Taillights Fade” from Let Me Come Over (1992)

    00:12:59 - Part 2

    00:20:06 - “Late At Night” from Big Red Letter Day (1993)

    00:23:53 - Part 3

    00:26:43 - “For All To See” from No Alternative (1993) and Besides: A Collection of B-Sides and Rarities (2002)

    00:30:13 - Part 4

    00:38:02 - “Three Easy Pieces” from Three Easy Pieces (2007)

    00:41:50 - Part 5

    00:50:47 - “All Be Gone” from Quiet and Peace (2018)

    00:54:12 - Part 6

    References:

    Wikipedia - Buffalo Tom: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buffalo_Tom

    Discogs - Buffalo Tom: https://www.discogs.com/artist/190553-Buffalo-Tom

    Rate Your Music - Buffalo Tom: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/buffalo-tom

    YouTube - MTV 120 Minutes with Dave Kendall and guest Buffalo Tom (May 17, 1992): https://youtu.be/ui09kvu5oHw

    YouTube - "Mojo Bubbles" (PowerPuff Girls / Los Dos Mojos): https://youtu.be/7XZlxsJoZkU

    YouTube - My So-Called Life - Angela & Jordan Hallway Scene: https://youtu.be/eQAAQeNnC-E

  • Bonus - Taking on a New Meaning: “Darkness”

    Bonus - Taking on a New Meaning: “Darkness”

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    Sometimes circumstances make you reevaluate or give you a new perspective on a song. That is exactly what happened to me with Sam Russo’s “Darkness.”

    References:

    BandCamp - Back To The Party by Sam Russo: https://samrusso.bandcamp.com/album/back-to-the-party

    Oklahoma Lefty - Album Review: 'Back To The Party' by Sam Russo: https://oklahomalefty.blogspot.com/2020/04/album-review-back-to-party-by-sam-russo.html

  • Bonus - Discography Star Ratings: Iron Chic (with Justin Hensley of Punk Lotto Pod)

    Bonus - Discography Star Ratings: Iron Chic (with Justin Hensley of Punk Lotto Pod)

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    This was originally posted to the One Band, 5 Songs Patreon on September 20, 2024.

    This week we are joined by Justin Hensley from Punk Lotto Pod to break down and properly give star ratings to the discography of Long Island, NY’s Iron Chic.

    TL;DL

    Demo ‘08 (EP; Dead Broke Rekerds debut; 2008)

    Justin: ****Âź

    Dave: ***

    Shitty Rambo E​.​P. (EP; 2009)

    Justin: ***ž

    Dave: ***

    Not Like This (Full-length debut; 2010)

    Justin: *****

    Dave: ****

    Split N' Shit (EP; 2011)

    Justin: ***Âź

    Dave: ***

    Spooky Action (EP; Bridge Nine Records debut; 2013)

    Justin: ***½

    Dave: ***

    The Constant One (Bridge Nine full-length debut; 2013)

    Justin: ****Âź

    Dave: ****½

    Ys (EP; 2015)

    Justin: ***ž

    Dave: ****

    You Can't Stay Here (SideOneDummy Records debut; 2017)

    Justin: ****½

    Dave: *****

    Catgut (Single; 2021) and Ancient Pistol (EP; 2023)

    Justin: ***½

    Dave: ****½

    References:

    BandCamp - Music | Iron Chic: https://ironchic.bandcamp.com/

    Rate Your Music - Iron Chic: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/iron_chic

    Discogs - Iron Chic: https://www.discogs.com/artist/1403345-Iron-Chic

    Wikipedia - Iron Chic: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Chic

    Oklahoma Lefty - Top 50 Records of the 2010's: 50-41: https://oklahomalefty.blogspot.com/2019/11/top-50-records-of-2010s-50-41.html

    Oklahoma Lefty - Top 40 Records of 2017: 10-1: https://oklahomalefty.blogspot.com/2017/12/top-40-records-of-2017-10-1.html

    Oklahoma Lefty - Top 30 Albums of 2013: 10-1: https://oklahomalefty.blogspot.com/2013/12/top-30-albums-of-2013-10-1.html

    Oklahoma Lefty - Album Review: The Constant One: https://oklahomalefty.blogspot.com/2013/11/album-review-constant-one.html

    Outro Track:

    “Instrumental (Thunder Jam)” by Roustabouts from 3017 (2018)BandCamp: https://roustaboutsokc.bandcamp.com/album/3017

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/3xvjP1CpanE8S1H3n0eLtV

  • The Smiths

    The Smiths

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    In five short years, The Smiths released four studio albums, one live album, 18 singles, and three compilations. Since then, the band has become legendary, hugely influential, and a cornerstone of what would become known in the '90s as alternative music.

    Timestamps:

    00:00:00 - Part 1

    00:11:48 - “What Difference Does It Make?” from The Smiths (1984)

    00:15:33 - Part 2

    00:21:23 - “Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want” from William, It Was Really Nothing (1984) and Hatful of Hollow (1984)

    00:23:09 - Part 3

    00:27:35 - “How Soon Is Now?” from William, It Was Really Nothing (1984) and Hatful of Hollow (1984)

    00:34:12 - Part 4

    00:47:45 - “Panic” from Panic (1986) and The World Won't Listen (1987)

    00:49:59 - Part 5

    01:00:11 - “Is It Really So Strange?” from Sheila Take a Bow (1987) and Louder Than Bombs (1987)

    01:03:12 - Part 6

    References and Clip Sources:

    Wikipedia - The Smiths: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Smiths

    Bandsplain - The Smiths: Part 1 With Naomi Fry: https://www.theringer.com/2023/9/21/23883645/the-smiths-part-1-with-naomi-fry

    Bandsplain - The Smiths: Part 2 With Naomi Fry: https://www.theringer.com/2023/9/28/23894043/the-smiths-part-2-with-naomi-fry

    Discogs - The Smiths: https://www.discogs.com/artist/83080-The-Smiths

    Rate Your Music: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/the-smiths

    AllMusic - The Smiths: https://www.allmusic.com/artist/the-smiths-mn0000899530

    Genius - The Smiths: https://genius.com/artists/The-smiths

    YouTube - The Smiths - Morrissey interview 1984: https://youtu.be/FlsQlQzgEIM

    YouTube - Kevin and Dave Kendall discuss the end of The Smiths on MTV 120 Minutes with Kevin Seal (1987.09.27): https://youtu.be/bBUKs4TjGE4

    YouTube - Martha pierces the perverted sense of Morrissey on MTV New Video Hour with Martha Quinn (1986.09.01): https://youtu.be/HSuT7HLMewY

  • Bonus - Taking on a New Meaning:

    Bonus - Taking on a New Meaning: "Heartless Bastard Motherf*cker"

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    Sometimes circumstances make you reevaluate or give you a new perspective on a song. That is exactly what happened to me with Frank Turner’s “Heartless Bastard Motherfucker.”

    References:

    Frank Turner - Heartless Bastard Motherfucker: https://frank-turner.com/tracks/heartless-bastard-motherfucker/

    Wikipedia - Frank Turner discography: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Turner_discography

    Discogs - Frank Turner: https://www.discogs.com/artist/534926-Frank-Turner

    Rate Your Music - Frank Turner: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/frank-turner

  • The Offspring (with Justin Hensley of Punk Lotto Pod)

    The Offspring (with Justin Hensley of Punk Lotto Pod)

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    Hailing from Garden Grove, CA, The Offspring were one of the biggest bands in the mid-90s punk explosion. Since forming in 1984, the band has released 10 full-length albums (with an 11th coming in October 2024), 4 EPs, and two compilations.

    Timestamps:

    00:00:00 - Part 1

    00:14:44 - “Beheaded” from The Offspring (1989)

    00:17:18 - Part 2

    00:22:25 - “Nitro (Youth Energy)” from Smash (1994)

    00:24:49 - Part 3

    00:30:06 - “I Choose” from Ixnay on the Hombre (1997)

    00:33:57 - Part 4

    00:37:27 - “Staring at the Sun” from Americana (1998)

    00:39:39 - Part 5

    00:56:00 - “(Can’t Get My) Head Around You” from Splinter (2003)

    00:58:11 - Part 6

    References and Clip Sources:

    Wikipedia - The Offspring: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Offspring

    YouTube - Does Gen Z Know These Iconic 90s Songs? (Beastie Boys, Foo Fighters, Alanis Morissette): https://youtu.be/uJELRM5E7Qw

  • Bonus - Cancelled Musicians or Should I Do an Episode on REDACTED?

    Bonus - Cancelled Musicians or Should I Do an Episode on REDACTED?

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    This was originally posted to the One Band, 6 Songs Patreon on June 24, 2024.

    How are we supposed to handle and discuss "cancelled" musicians? Is it okay to tell the story of a disgraced artist if we think there is something to be learned from it? Inquiring minds...

    References:

    Oklahoma Lefty's Midlife Crisis - Where Do You Draw the Line?: Cancellation and Music: https://oklahomalefty.substack.com/p/where-do-you-draw-the-line-cancellation

    Oklahoma Lefty - When Your Favorite Band Breaks Your Heart: https://oklahomalefty.blogspot.com/2021/01/when-your-favorite-band-breaks-your.html

  • Rilo Kiley

    Rilo Kiley

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    Rilo Kiley was an indie rock/indie pop band that was formed in Los Angeles, CA in 1998 by former child actors Jenny Lewis and Blake Sennett, along with Pierre de Reeder, and Dave Rock. The band released four full-length albums and one proper EP before calling it a day in the early 2010s.

    Timestamps:

    00:00:00 - Part 1

    00:14:50 - “Frug” from Rilo Kiley (1999)

    00:17:26 - Part 2

    00:21:06 - “Pictures Of Success” from Take Offs And Landings (2001)

    00:27:51 - Part 3

    00:30:38 - “With Arms Outstretched” from The Execution Of All Things (2002)

    00:34:17 - Part 4

    00:46:37 - “Portions for Foxes” from More Adventurous (2004)

    00:51:17 - Part 5

    01:02:26 - “15” from Under The Blacklight (2007)

    01:05:15 - Part 6

    References and Clip Sources:

    Wikipedia - Rilo Kiley: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rilo_Kiley

    Last.fm - Rilo Kiley: https://www.last.fm/music/Rilo+Kiley

    AllMusic - Rilo Kiley: https://www.allmusic.com/artist/rilo-kiley-mn0000215296

    Discogs - Rilo Kiley: https://www.discogs.com/artist/242238-Rilo-Kiley

    NPR - Rilo Kiley: https://www.npr.org/artists/14984051/rilo-kiley

    Pitchfork - Rilo Kiley: https://pitchfork.com/artists/3575-rilo-kiley/

    YouTube - Nardwuar vs. Rilo Kiley: https://youtu.be/G5Olx9Gck8A

  • Bonus - Top 5 “Summer” Songs

    Bonus - Top 5 “Summer” Songs

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    It’s that time of year…kids are heading back to school, the days are becoming doggier, and it is hot as hell outside. To commemorate the coming end of summer, I give you my Top 5 “Summer” Songs (i.e., songs with “summer” in the title).

    Timestamps:

    00:00:00 - Part 1

    00:05:22 - “Boys of Summer” by The Ataris from So Long, Astoria (2003)

    00:09:40 - Part 2

    00:13:45 - “Summer of Drugs” by Soul Asylum from Sweet Relief-A Benefit for Victoria Williams (1993)

    00:17:40 - Part 3

    00:23:04 - “Summer Nights” by Van Halen from 5150 (1986)

    00:27:50 - Part 4

    00:30:10 - “Summer Babe (Winter Version)” by Pavement from Slanted & Enchanted (1992)

    00:33:21 - Part 5

    00:35:14 - “Rain in the Summertime” by The Alarm from Eye of the Hurricane (1987)

    00:40:25 - Part 6

    00:44:51 - “Celebrated Summer” by Husker Du from New Day Rising (1985)

    00:48:45 - Part 7

    00:56:29 - “Constructive Summer” by The Hold Steady from Stay Positive (2008)

    00:59:22 - Part 8

    References:

    Inlander-Causally ranking 100 songs with "summer" actually in the title: https://www.inlander.com/music/causally-ranking-100-songs-with-summer-actually-in-the-title-26128608

    Quora-What are some songs with “summer” in its title or lyrics?: https://www.quora.com/What-are-some-songs-with-summer-in-its-title-or-lyrics

    Scribd-323 Songs Containing The Word SUMMER in The Title: https://www.scribd.com/document/162911846/323-Songs-containing-the-word-SUMMER-in-the-title

    Wikipedia - The Boys of Summer (song): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Boys_of_Summer_(song)

    Wikipedia - Sweet Relief: A Benefit for Victoria Williams: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sweet_Relief:_A_Benefit_for_Victoria_Williams

    Wikipedia - 5150 (album): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/5150_(album)

    Wikipedia - Summer Babe: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Summer_Babe

    Wikipedia - Eye of the Hurricane (The Alarm album): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eye_of_the_Hurricane_(The_Alarm_album)

    Global News - Throwback Thursday: The Alarm and Rain in the Summertime (1987): https://globalnews.ca/news/9751736/throwback-thursday-the-alarm-and-rain-in-the-summertime-1987/

    Songfacts - Rain In The Summertime by The Alarm: https://www.songfacts.com/facts/the-alarm/rain-in-the-summertime

    The Alarm Archive - Rain In The Summertime – (Song): https://thealarmarchive.com/encyclopedia/rain-in-the-summertime/

    Wikipedia - Celebrated Summer: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Celebrated_Summer

    Wikipedia - Stay Positive (album): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stay_Positive_(album)

    The Hold Steady Wiki - Constructive Summer: https://holdsteady.fandom.com/wiki/Constructive_Summer

    Genius - The Hold Steady-Constructive Summer Lyrics: https://genius.com/The-hold-steady-constructive-summer-lyrics

    American Songwriter - The Hold Steady, “Constructive Summer”: https://americansongwriter.com/hold-steady-constructive-summer/

    YouTube - Dave Hause - 100K / Coma Girl / Constructive Summer @ Wolverhampton 4 May 2013: https://youtu.be/g-8VpoG0BeM

    Intro/Outro Track:

    “Instrumental (Thunder Jam)” by Roustabouts from 3017 (2018)BandCamp: https://roustaboutsokc.bandcamp.com/album/3017

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/3xvjP1CpanE8S1H3n0eLtV

  • The Loved Ones

    The Loved Ones

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    Hailing from Philadelphia, PA, The Loved Ones formed in 2003 when former members of The Curse (Dave Hause), Kid Dynamite (Michael Cotterman), and Trial by Fire (Mike Sneeringer) got together. In less than a decade, the band produced two full-length albums, two EPs, and one split before calling it a day. While they periodically reunite for a show here and there, the band formed, released a handful of excellent records, and then exited stage right all in about seven years.

    Timestamps:

    00:00:00 - Part 1

    00:06:10 - “Candy Cane” from The Loved Ones (2005)

    00:09:21 - Part 2

    00:11:01 - “Jane” from Keep Your Heart (2006)

    00:13:54 - Part 3

    00:20:56 - “Pretty Good Year” from Build & Burn (2008)

    00:23:08 - Part 4

    00:27:48 - “I Swear” from Build & Burn (2008)

    00:32:00 - Part 5

    00:38:10 - “Last Call” from Distractions (2009)

    00:41:11 - Part 6

    00:52:00 - “For Broken Ears” from Give and Take (2008)

    00:55:25 - Part 7

    References and Clip Sources:

    The Loved Ones-fan page of The Loved Ones band: https://www.thelovedonesband.com/

    Wikipedia - The Loved Ones (American band): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Loved_Ones_(American_band)

    Facebook - The Loved Ones: https://www.facebook.com/TheLovedOnesBand/

    Fat Wreck Chords - The Loved Ones Press Information: https://fatwreck.com/pages/the-loved-ones-press-information

    Last.fm - The Loved Ones: https://www.last.fm/music/The+Loved+Ones/+wiki

    Discogs - The Loved Ones (3): https://www.discogs.com/artist/557755-The-Loved-Ones-3

    Rate Your Music - The Loved Ones: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/the-loved-ones-3

    YouTube - The Loved Ones Studio Video 3 - Build and Burn: https://youtu.be/9t5CM-yBGZA

  • Bonus - Discography First Impressions: Coldplay

    Bonus - Discography First Impressions: Coldplay

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    This was originally posted on the One Band, 5 Songs Patreon on June 12, 2024.

    Before last week, I'd never listened to an album by Coldplay. I'd heard of the band and even liked a few of their songs, but that was it. So I decided to change that and give them a go. I created a playlist with their albums and EPs, listened to it all, and recorded my first impressions.

    Playlist:

    Coldplay (discography): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7gkjOfmzZPvZrwtk2c1H2q

    References:

    Wikipedia - Coldplay: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coldplay

    Wikipedia - Coldplay discography: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coldplay_discography

    Billboard - Coldplay: https://www.billboard.com/artist/coldplay/

    Rate Your Music - Coldplay: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/coldplay

    YouTube - Coldplay: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert: https://youtu.be/j82L3pLjb_0

  • Paul Westerberg

    Paul Westerberg

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    Paul Westerberg’s solo career began in 1992 when his songs “Dyslexic Heart” and “Waiting for Somebody” appeared on the soundtrack to the Cameron Crowe-directed, Gen X masterpiece Singles. In 1993 he released his solo debut 14 Songs. Westerberg has released six full-length solo albums, one EP and two full-length under the moniker Grandpaboy, an album with Julianna Hatfield under the name The I Don’t Cares, along with numerous singles, appearances on soundtracks, and other random things.

    Timestamps:

    00:00:00 - Part 1

    00:03:54 - “Waiting for Somebody” from Singles [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack] (1992)

    00:07:11 - Part 2

    00:09:28 - “World Class Fad” from 14 Songs (1993)

    00:12:52 - Part 3

    00:25:05 - “It’s A Wonderful Lie” from Suicaine Gratification (1999)

    00:27:51 - Part 4

    00:33:15 - “High Time” from Mono by Grandpaboy (2002)

    00:36:12 - Part 5

    00:43:26 - “As Far As I Know” from Folker (2004)

    00:46:25 - Part 6

    References and Clip Sources:

    Paul Westerberg - Best Thing That Never Happened: https://paulwesterberg.net/

    Wikipedia - Paul Westerberg: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Westerberg

    AllMusic - Paul Westerberg: https://www.allmusic.com/artist/paul-westerberg-mn0000039258

    Discogs - Paul Westerberg: https://www.discogs.com/artist/236256-Paul-Westerberg

    Rate Your Music - Paul Westerberg: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/paul-westerberg

    Paul Westerberg World Class Fad (World Premiere Video) MTV 120 Minutes with Lewis Largent 1993.06.13: https://youtu.be/UmdL2Xk3Ago

    JBTV Mini Segment #6 - Paul Westerberg and Michael Bland: https://youtu.be/BchooLkL1I4

  • Bonus - Interview with Bopper (River City Rebels)

    Bonus - Interview with Bopper (River City Rebels)

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    This was originally posted on the One Band, 5 Songs Patreon on July 31, 2024.

    I have vivid memories of seeing the River City Rebels albums Racism, Religion And War and Playin' To Live, Livin' To Play in stores in the early 2000s (and I'm pretty sure I owned a copy of Playin' To Live, Livin' To Play at one time or another). Both albums have distinctive covers that leave an impression. Fast forward to 2024 and I got a message from a friend on Instagram suggesting I cover River City Rebels. He also admitted to being the band's roadie/merch guy, so I did what anyone with an ounce of journalism training would do (I have an AA in Broadcast Journalism btw) and I asked if he could hook me up with an interview/guest for the podcast.

    Dan "Bopper" O'Day started River City Rebels in 1997 in Burlington, VT. During their initial run, the band released seven full-length albums and toured all over the world. After calling it a day in 2010, Bopper reformed the band and released their first new music in 13 with 2013's single "Humble Me" and the 2024 EP Pop Culture Baby.

    Follow River City Rebels and Bopper

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRiverCityRebels/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rivercityrebels/

    YouTube-Rebel Rock Records and more…: https://www.youtube.com/@RebelGamingClub

    References:

    AllMusic - River City Rebels: https://www.allmusic.com/artist/river-city-rebels-mn0000283518

    Discogs - River City Rebels: https://www.discogs.com/artist/742694-River-City-Rebels

    Last.fm - River City Rebels: https://www.last.fm/music/River+City+Rebels

  • Madcap (with Bopper of River City Rebels)

    Madcap (with Bopper of River City Rebels)

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    Hailing from Southern California, Madcap formed in 1999 and signed with SideOneDummy Records in 2000, releasing Stand Your Ground in 2001 and East To West in 2002. In 2004 the band released Under Suspicion on Victory Records before calling it a day later that year.

    Special Guest: Bopper of River City Rebels


    Note: Something weird happened with the audio in Part 1 that I couldn’t fix. I’m sorry about that.

    Timestamps:

    00:00:00 - Part 1

    00:04:56 - “Downtown” from Stand Your Ground (2001)

    00:07:59 - Part 2

    00:09:19 - “French Quarters” from Stand Your Ground (2001)

    00:13:36 - Part 3

    00:17:51 - “Bright Lights, Big City” from East To West (2002)

    00:21:34 - Part 4

    00:29:05 - “Lovesick” from Under Suspicion (2004)

    00:32:28 - Part 5

    00:41:29 - “Under Suspicion” from Under Suspicion (2004)

    00:45:41 - Part 6

    Follow River City Rebels and Bopper

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRiverCityRebels/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rivercityrebels/

    YouTube-Rebel Rock Records and more…: https://www.youtube.com/@RebelGamingClub

    References and Clip Sources:

    Discogs - Madcap (5): https://www.discogs.com/artist/397962-Madcap-5

    Rate Your Music - Madcap: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/madcap

    AllMusic - Madcap: https://www.allmusic.com/artist/madcap-mn0000195356

    Last.fm - Madcap: https://www.last.fm/music/Madcap

  • Japandroids

    Japandroids

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    Hailing from Vancouver, British Columbia, Japandroids is a two-man rock 'n' roll machine consisting of Brian King on guitar and vocals and David Prowse on drums and vocals. Since forming in 2006. the band has released three full-length albums (with a fourth to be released in October 2024), two EPs, one compilation, 10 singles, and two music videos. This guitar and drums duo has mixed elements of garage, classic, indie, and punk rock creating a sound that is simple, energetic, hook-filled, and exceptionally fun.

    Timestamps:

    00:00:00 - Part 1

    00:07:39 - “Young Hearts Spark Fire” from Post-Nothing (2009)

    00:12:40 - Part 2

    00:20:26 - “Younger Us” from Celebration Rock (2012)

    00:24:15 - Part 3

    00:30:32 - “Continuous Thunder” from Celebration Rock (2012)

    00:35:24 - Part 4

    00:37:17 - “Near To The Wild Heart Of Life from Near To The Wild Heart Of Life (2017)

    00:41:58 - Part 5

    00:52:43 - “In A Body Like A Grave” from Near To The Wild Heart Of Life (2017)

    00:57:40 - Part 6

    01:01:03 - “Chicago” from Fate & Alcohol (2024)

    01:04:56 - Part 7

    References and Clip Sources:

    Wikipedia - Japandroids: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japandroids

    Wikipedia - Japandroids discography: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japandroids_discography

    Last.fm - Japandroids: https://www.last.fm/music/Japandroids

    Discogs - Japandroids: https://www.discogs.com/artist/1473872-Japandroids

    Rate Your Music - Japandroids: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/japandroids

    AllMusic - Japandroids: https://www.allmusic.com/artist/japandroids-mn0001636552

    Stereogum - Japandroids Announce Final Album Fate & Alcohol: https://www.stereogum.com/2271990/japandroids-announce-final-album-fate-and-alcohol/music/

    BrooklynVegan - Japandroids announce final album, share sweaty comeback single "Chicago": https://www.brooklynvegan.com/japandroids-announce-final-album-share-sweaty-comeback-single-chicago/

    Oklahoma Lefty - Album Review: Celebration Rock: https://oklahomalefty.blogspot.com/2012/12/album-review-celebration-rock.html

    Oklahoma Lefty - Top 30 Albums of 2012: 20-11: https://oklahomalefty.blogspot.com/2012/12/top-30-albums-of-2012-20-11.html

    Oklahoma Lefty - Top 40 Records of 2017: 10-1: https://oklahomalefty.blogspot.com/2017/12/top-40-records-of-2017-10-1.html

    Oklahoma Lefty - Top 50 Records of the 2010's: 50-41: https://oklahomalefty.blogspot.com/2019/11/top-50-records-of-2010s-50-41.html

    YouTube - Japandroids: a Coming-of-Age Album Trilogy: https://youtu.be/rd1APm0l02g

    YouTube - Japandroids - "I Like Your Belt": https://youtu.be/i3KSxumguMs

  • Bonus - Currently Listening (Week of May 26, 2024)

    Bonus - Currently Listening (Week of May 26, 2024)

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    This was originally posted on the One Band, 5 Songs Patreon on June 1, 2024. I'm still getting caught up with getting all of the bonus audio up on the main feed.

    In our first Currently Listening, we discuss the 10 albums/EPs I listened to this week and the playlist they inspired.

    Playlist (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3LFdivAenRcbmT03rAXu01)

    1. "Dancing on a Wire" by Keygrip (from The Unaimed Arrow Never Misses)

    2. "Shine Like It Does" by INXS (from Listen Like Thieves)

    3. "The Shine" by Dave Hause (from Devour)

    4. "My Life" by Saigon Kick (from Saigon Kick)

    5. "Kyrie" Mr. Mister (from Welcome To The Real World)

    6. "Die Alone" by Baby Queen (from Quarter Life Crisis [Deluxe])

    7. "Cocoon" by Holly Humberstone and Medium Build (from Cocoon)

    8. "Born to Run" by Bruce Springsteen (from Born to Run)

    9. "Spirit Of '76" by The Alarm (from Strength)

    10. "Waiting for the Great Leap Forward" by Billy Bragg (from Workers Playtime)

    11. "Pandemic PTSD" by Frank Turner (from Undefeated)

    12. "Old Guard" by The Iron Roses (from The Iron Roses)

    13. "One Tree Hill" by U2 (from One Tree Hill)

    14. "Whisper to a Scream (Birds Fly) - Single Version" by The Icicle Works (from Dance Vault Mixes - Whisper To A Scream [Birds Fly])

    15. "Lips Lie Sugar" by Echo & the Bunnymen (from Echo & The Bunnymen)


    Albums

    A Juvenile Product of the Working Class by Swingin’ Utters

    Listen Like Thieves by INXS

    Quarter Life Crisis by Baby Queen

    FTHC (Deluxe) by Frank Turner

    Refuse To Lose by Sam Russo

    The Joshua Tree by U2

    Undefeated by Frank Turner

    Jump Rope by Buffalo Tom

    Rage Gracefully by Rad Owl

    The Unforgettable Fire by U2 (05/31-06/01)

    Clip Source

    One Tree Hill - 9x13 | The final moments - Goodnight Tree Hill: https://youtu.be/bLsUHa_UQNI

  • Songs We Couldn't Play Before

    Songs We Couldn't Play Before

    · One Band, 5 Songs

    Originally, One Band, 5 Songs was only available on Spotify and thus limited to playing songs that were available on the service. Now that the show is not limited to what we can play, I thought it would be fun to look back at five old episodes and play songs we couldn’t play before.

    Timestamps:

    00:00:00 - Part 1

    00:09:24 - “Alright, Let’s Go” by John Moreland & the Black Gold Band from Things I Can’t Control (2010)

    00:12:52 - Part 2

    00:19:26 - “James 5” by Riot Squad from Riot Squad (1997)

    00:22:54 - Part 3

    00:28:53 - “Typical” by Dag Nasty from Field Day (1988)

    00:31:26 - Part 4

    00:34:22 - “Let the Boys Be Girls” by Two Cow Garage from Brand New Flag (2016)

    00:38:10 - Part 5

    00:46:43 - "Take It or Leave It" by The GC5 from Every Dog Will Have It's Day: Adeline Records Comp., Vol. 2 (2002)

    00:49:55 - Part 6

    Episodes Referenced:

    John Moreland (# 01; 06/21/2021) https://tinyurl.com/4a8r8f9k

    The Staggers (# 17; 10/17/2021) https://tinyurl.com/2ravdktn

    Dag Nasty (# 27; 01/23/2022) https://tinyurl.com/3n27s64r

    Two Cow Garage (# 59; 12/11/2022) https://tinyurl.com/4b4u9ap7

    The GC5 (# 77; 04/23/2023) https://tinyurl.com/2d8nm8uv

    Otis Redding (# 39; 04/24/2022) https://tinyurl.com/42bhvru9

    References:

    Oklahoma Lefty - Top 30 Records of 2015: Song of the Year: https://oklahomalefty.blogspot.com/2015/12/top-30-records-of-2015-song-of-year.html

    Oklahoma Lefty - Album Review: 'Brand New Flag' by Two Cow Garage: https://oklahomalefty.blogspot.com/2016/10/album-review-brand-new-flag-by-two-cow.html

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