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Twin brothers and musicians Nubs and Toph take you through an album discussion each episode, going track-by-track and answering the question of why this album mattered...or perhaps shouldn't have!
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Friday Oct 30, 2020
Friday Oct 30, 2020
Nubs leads the discussion and review of Slipknot's 2004 album 'Vol. 3: (The Subliminal Verses)' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!
The boys discuss this experimental metal gem, and what it takes to be a true Maggot. Hear Toph get jealous about Nubs' first job out of college...soap opera stars performing quality ballads...and what this episode's featured group has in common with Dave Matthews Band. Join us as we dive into this metal-in-many-forms creation, on the only podcast on earth that can give you both Rupert Holmes and Slipknot in one short week's time!
Friday Oct 23, 2020
Friday Oct 23, 2020
The boys welcome very special guest Rupert Holmes to the podcast for part 2 of a discussion and review of his 1980 album ‘Adventure’ – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!
The gents are joined by the performer, composer and producer of this gem of an LP, Rupert’s sixth album in his acclaimed musical career. In part 2, they discuss the album track-by-track – and cover topics such as how the opener became both a BBC news theme and a driveway-basketball celebration song…the beauty of poppy songs with dark lyrics…and, the fellas close with another Michael McDonald off. Enjoy!
Friday Oct 16, 2020
Friday Oct 16, 2020
The boys welcome very special guest Rupert Holmes to the podcast for part 1 of a discussion and review of his 1980 album ‘Adventure’ – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!
The gents are joined by the performer, composer and producer of this gem of an LP, Rupert’s sixth album in his acclaimed musical career. In part 1, they discuss – among many things – meeting Beatles, collaborating with Babs, writing novels and several other of Rupert’s accomplishments and contributions to the arts over his over five-decade career. Hear where he believes true Adventure lies, as the brothers inquire about this album that has been a big part of their youth and beyond. Enjoy!
Friday Oct 09, 2020
Friday Oct 09, 2020
Nubs leads the discussion and review of Van Halen’s 1986 album ‘5150’ – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!
The fellas pay tribute to our fallen rock hero this week, Eddie Van Halen, as they dive down into this hugely successful album which truly kicked off a new era for the band. RIP EVH, 1955-2020.
Friday Oct 02, 2020
Friday Oct 02, 2020
Toph leads the discussion and review of Winger’s 1988 self-titled debut album – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!
The gents talk about this misunderstood band, how it got started, how it got tarnished and how it has plowed through to continued greatness. Hear Nubs be accused that he can’t hear Jimi...and all about weird rural Ohio concert venues, the non-importance of playing your instrument in music videos, and the night Toph jammed a Van Halen song on stage with this episode’s featured band. Enjoy!
Friday Sep 25, 2020
Friday Sep 25, 2020
Nubs leads the discussion and review of Rush's 1993 album ‘Counterparts’ – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!
The fellas talk about this important trio that found itself in an interesting era, and somewhat in need of a come-back effort. Hear about post-show bowling parties, Michelle Branch sing-a-longs, and Toph's rather unapologetic man-crush on a member of this band. Tune in and enjoy, mother truckers!
Friday Sep 18, 2020
Friday Sep 18, 2020
Toph leads the discussion and review of Jane's Addiction’s 1990 album ‘Ritual De Lo Habitual’ – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!
The boys talk through this influential, often unheralded album that dropped well before the mainstreaming of grunge. Tune in to hear topics including the importance of slappin' da bass, scoring day-of-show tickets online, 72 hours in the life of Perry Ferrell, and a rather quick debate on skinny vs. fat Elvis.
Friday Sep 11, 2020
Friday Sep 11, 2020
Nubs leads the discussion and review of Pink Floyd’s 1977 album ‘Animals’ – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!
The gents discuss The Floyd, and the concept of the “in between” album by diving into this unique work. Tune in to hear about Froggy, an insanely memorable concert, and the logistical difficulties of photo shoots involving large inflatable pigs. Enjoy!
Friday Sep 04, 2020
Friday Sep 04, 2020
Toph leads the discussion and review of Foo Fighters' 1997 album 'The Colour And The Shape' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!
For the first time, the boys bring on a very special guest to provide thoughts and expertise on a band helping keep rock 'n roll alive to this day. Tune in to hear this youthful (and eventually shirtless) analysis -- as well as other topics including car CD cartridges, the development of the '2 Twins and an Album' theme song, and the phenomenal music year that was 1997.
Friday Aug 28, 2020
Friday Aug 28, 2020
Nubs leads the discussion and review of 311’s self-titled 1995 “Blue Album” – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!
Know that the twins have always been down-down...and they prove it with some ridiculous rap-rock performances of their own. Tune in for this, as well as discussions on genres, Gwen Stefani hugs, bands that actually get along, and the ever-so mysterious connection between chemicals & musical artistry.