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J and Tim dig into the grunge, alt-rock, and indie albums that changed everything—the forgotten classics, the underappreciated masterpieces, and the legends worth hearing again. One album at a time. Let’s dig it out.
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Tuesday Aug 05, 2025
Tuesday Aug 05, 2025
In a Priest Driven Ambulance marks a pivotal moment for The Flaming Lips with the addition of Jonathan Donahue as a member of the band (and later Mercury Rev), along with Dave Fridmann behind the board for the first time. The blend of lo-fi psychedelic rock retains the melodic chaos while exploring new experimental territory. Wayne Coyne finds his voice, and tracks like “Shine on Sweet Jesus” showcase his spiritual fixation, filtered through fuzz pedals and existential yearning. It’s an ambitious, unpolished gem that foreshadows the band’s later sonic evolutions.
Songs In This Episode
Intro - Sweet Jesus (Jesus Song No. 1)
23:20 - Raining Babies
32:42 - Take Meta Mars
37:30 - Five Stop Mother Superior Rain
Outro - Unconsciously Screaming
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Tuesday Jul 29, 2025
Tuesday Jul 29, 2025
The 1993 debut album No Biting by Los Angeles-based band Greta blends post-grunge aggression with quirky, off-kilter alternative rock. Led by Paul Plagens’ distinctive vocals and lyrics, the album features tracks like “Revolver” and “School On Fire” showcase a mix of heaviness and melody. The willingness to veer into funk, noise, and pseudo-progressive territory adds a level of chaotic charm to the record that fans of Faith No More or Jane's Addiction might enjoy.
Songs In This Episode
Intro - School on Fire
14:28 - Is It What You Wanted
20:33 - Revolver
23:08 - Love Is Dead
30:44 - Insomnia
Outro - Sleepyhead
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Tuesday Jul 22, 2025
Tuesday Jul 22, 2025
Legendary guitarist and songwriter Richard Thompson's 1999 album Mock Tudor explores the dark corners of suburban England with sharp wit and rich storytelling. Produced by Tom Rothrock and Rob Schnapf, the album steers away from Thompson's signature folk-rock sound towards a leaner, more contemporary approach. While still rooted in traditional genres with touches of rockabilly and reggae, the album feels urgent and modern, capturing a sense of unease beneath its melodic surface.
Songs In This Episode
Intro - Sibella
9:42 - Hard On Me
11:44 - Bathsheba Smiles
22:24 - Dry My Tears and Move On
33:39 - Cooksferry Queen
Outro - Sights And Sounds of London Town
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Tuesday Jul 15, 2025
Tuesday Jul 15, 2025
For our latest Diamond Episode, we're checking out Jewel’s 1995 debut Pieces of You. A blend of minimalist folk ballads with polished pop, Pieces of You is a showcase for Jewel's rich and varied soprano voice. Hits like “Who Will Save Your Soul” and “You Were Meant for Me" are the rarity featuring multi-tracked instrumentation. Much of the record was recorded live at a San Diego coffeehouse, which gives an intimate feel to its confessional lyrics, but also lacks the dynamic and filled-out sound of the singles.
Songs In This Episode
Intro - Who Will Save Your Soul
32:20 - Foolish Games
38:32 - Near You Always
42:37 - I'm Sensitive
Outro - You Were Meant For Me
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Tuesday Jul 08, 2025
Tuesday Jul 08, 2025
Released in 1995, the waning years of grunge and riding the big wave of the alternative rock explosion, That’s What Love Songs Often Do by Fig Dish was a punchy major label debut from Chicago quartet Fig Dish. Lyrically, Fig Dish steers away from overwrought introspection in favor of sly, observational jabs at love and life, delivered with rasp and grit. Raw yet clear production allows the interplay between all the instruments shine, with just enough hooks and attitude to keep you interested.
Songs In This Episode
Intro - Weak and Mean
25:17 - Bury Me
29:29 - Seeds
35:29 - Going Gone
Outro - Chew Toy
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Tuesday Jul 01, 2025
Tuesday Jul 01, 2025
For Him and the Girls, the debut album by Canadian singer-songwriter Hawksley Workman, is an eclectic blend of glam rock, cabaret, and indie pop. Recorded largely in his home studio, the album revels in his uniquely quirky and theatrical style. Songs like “Tarantulove” and “Safe and Sound” feature lush arrangements, dramatic tempo shifts, and playful yet poignant lyrics that shift between earnest and odd. Lo-fi production adds raw intimacy, complementing the unconventional approach.
Songs In This Episode
Intro - Bullets
17:05 - Maniacs
20:37 - Don't Be Crushed
23:07 - No Sissies
27:33 - Tarantulove
39:34 - Baby This Night
Outro - Bullets
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Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
One Simple Word, the fourth studio album by The Connells, showcases the band’s melodic southern jangle pop sound with a more polished and introspective tone. While not a commercial blockbuster, the album scored with critics and college radio listeners thanks to catchy but not overly sugary melodies that sound like attempts at a mainstream radio hit. Lush guitar interplay and heartfelt lyrics highlight their knack for emotionally resonant songwriting without leaning into melancholy.
Songs In This Episode
Intro - Stone Cold Yesterday
20:27 - Speak To Me
25:04 - Get A Gun
31:32 - Too Gone
36.21 - What Do You Want?
Outro - Take A Bow
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Tuesday Jun 17, 2025
Tuesday Jun 17, 2025
Blending progressive house, techno, and ambient, the 1996 album Second Toughest in the Infants is Underworld’s ambitious follow-up to their breakout album Dubnobasswithmyheadman. Crafted with expansive, hypnotic soundscapes, tracks like “Pearl’s Girl” and the multipart suite “Juanita/Kiteless/To Dream of Love” highlight their exploration of rhythm and texture, while Karl Hyde’s cryptic, stream-of-consciousness lyrics add a surreal and poetic layer to the music.
Songs In This Episode
Intro - Confusion the Waitress
16:28 - Stagger
19:26 - Juanita : Kiteless : To Dream of Love
23:34 -Banstyle/Sappy's Curry
27:06 - Rowla
Outro - Pearls Girl
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Tuesday Jun 10, 2025
Tuesday Jun 10, 2025
In our third installment of Surviving the 90s, we’re revisiting one of the arena rock powerhouses of the late '70s and early '80s — Foreigner. Known for a string of massive hits like "Cold as Ice," "Hot Blooded," "Urgent," "Juke Box Hero," and the chart-topping ballad "I Want to Know What Love Is," Foreigner dominated radio and MTV in their prime. Albums like Double Vision, Head Games, and 4 went multi-Platinum, cementing their legacy. But as the musical landscape shifted in the 90s, the band faced lineup changes and a changing industry. Though new material was scarce, they continued touring and remained a fixture on classic rock airwaves. We revisit their biggest hits, their activity in the 90s, and try to determine: did Foreigner thrive, adapt, or fade during the decade?
Songs In This Episode
Intro - Feels Like The First Time
30:29 - Headknocker
34:03 - Blue Morning, Blue Day
47:29 - Double Vision
50:52 - Moment of Truth
56:34 - Lowdown and Dirty
1:10:54 - Big Dog
1:19:35 - White Lie
Outro - Juke Box Hero
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Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
An Eye For A Brow, A Tooth For A Pick, the 2006 debut album by Australian band Ground Components, blends elements of garage, punk, and soul that fits in nicely with the garage rock revival of the early '00s. Featuring a mix of aggressive punk-ish guitar riffs, driving and boogie rhythms, and horn arrangements give the album a unique sound compared to contemporaries. All that is a playground lead for lead singer Joe McGuigan, who yelps and screams with soulful veracity throughout the record.
Songs In This Episode
Intro - Hands In The Air
15:27 - Stale Thoughts
20:43 - On Your Living Room Floor
28:01 - Head In The Sand
38:23 - Fistful of Dallas
Outro - Coming In from All Angles
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