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#070: Fever In Fever Out by Luscious Jackson

On episode #70, we revisit the 1996 album Fever In Fever Out by Luscious Jackson with a little help from lead singer/bassist Jill Cuniff. As Luscious Jackson prepare to release a new album, we look back at a band that helped define the sound of the '90s and was a leading light in the rise of the female artist during the decade.

We talk to Jill about recording with legendary producer Daniel Lanois, the influences of soul, R&B and French pop, songwriting, and the decision to release their new album independently with the help of Pledgemusic.com.

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - Electric

6:47 - History of the Band

14:14 - Naked Eye

17:42 - Interview Segment #1

24:35 - Why Do I Lie?

28:01 - Mood Swing

40:34 - Interview Segment #2

45:51 - Don't Look Back

50:06 - Faith

53:45 - Interview Segment #3

1:00:38 - Under Your Skin

Outro - Soothe Yourself

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#069: Famous Past Lives by Pretty Mighty Mighty

On episode #69, we make a second trip to our adopted hometown of Columbus, Ohio to revisit an under-appreciated classic, Pretty Mighty Mighty's 1999 album Famous Past Lives.

Lead singer/guitarist Jon Chinn joins us for this trip down memory lane back to when the band formed in college through their line-up changes, building (several) recording studios, surviving a house fire, scoring an unexpected radio hit and the dealing with the labels that came calling, along with an in-depth discussion on songwriting and recording.

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - Ski Instructor

31:35 - My Own Type

35:57 - Media King

42:58 - Ski Instructor

50:59 - Scratch

101:41 - St. Louis

105:35 - Deafening

1:11:20 - Heart Attack

1:21:08 - Tidal Wave

Outro - Best of the Worst

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#068b - More Interview Clips with Miles of For Love Not Lisa

As promised, here are some bonus clips with For Love Not Lisa guitarist Miles. Big thanks to Chip Midnight!

#068: Merge by For Love Not Lisa

On episode #68, Chip Midnight returns with an album suggestion and interview to go along with it. We check out the 1993 album Merge by For Love Not Lisa, and Chip talks to guitarist Miles.

Merge offers plenty of diversity, but is it too much of a good thing? We cover everything on this episode - how the wrong tours can frustrate a band, our first discussion of "Christian Rock" and it's development in the '90s, and a legendary guitarist showing up on a b-side track.

As a bonus, we'll be posting clips from Chips interview that didn't make the episode this Thursday. Consider it an early Cinco de Mayo present.

Chips links: Atomic Ned | Lipstick 'n Leather

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - Daring To Pick Up

11:30 - Softhand

15:14 - Mother's Faith

19:19 - Travis Hoffman

23:16 - Interview Segment #1

26:18 - More Than A Girl

29:08 - Interview Segment #2

34:05 - Rocket Ride

38:58 - Interview Segment #3

41:46 - Slip Slide Melting

46:53 - Interview Segment #4

Outro - Simple Line of Decline

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#067: The Dandy Warhols Come Down by The Dandy Warhols

With The Dandy Warhols releasing a new album, we spend episode #67 revisiting their 1997 album The Dandy Warhols Come Down. The Dandys bounce between '60s psychedelia, Velvet Underground drone, Neil Young guitar spasms, electronic rhythms and even some bouncy Britpop, but does it all work? Tune in to find out.

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - Minnesoter

13:51 - Cool as Kim Deal

18:17 - Not If You Were The Last Junkie On Earth

20:21 - Everyday Should Be A Holiday

23:32 - Good Morning

Outro - Boys Better

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#066: Blind by The Sundays

On episode #66, we're joined by author Frank Anthony Polito to review The Sundays 1992 album Blind. Frank's just released his third novel, Lost in the '90s, which is set in, you guessed it, the 1990s, making it perfect for our show.

Frank suggested we revisit the critically-acclaimed but lesser known sophomore release from The Sundays, so we dive in and there is plenty to discuss - from Johnny Marr-influenced guitar lines to the deceptively dark lyrics wrapped in pop melodies.

Frank's Links - Facebook (Frank) | Facebook (Lost in the 90s) | Twitter

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - Love

20:28 - On Earth

23:10 - I Feel

26:39 - God Made Me

29:57 - What Do You Think

32:23 - Love

Outro - Love

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#065: Detroit Folly by Edsel

On episode #65, we've got a packed house. Jon Solomon was kind enough to provide us with a digitally remastered version of Edsel's 1994 album Detroit Folly, released last year on his Comedy Minus One label. Not only that, he also hooked us up with Edsel's former singer & guitarist Sohrab Habibion, currently wielding his axe in Obits, for a Q & A. But that's not all, Chip Midnight is back and offering his take on an album. Got all that?

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Chip's Links: Atomic Ned / Lipstick 'n Leather

Songs in this Episode

Intro -Drawn Down The Moon

7:17 - Interview Segment #1

17:31 - Interview Segment #2

24:53 - Omaha Intervenes

27:43 - Interview Segment #3

34:41 - Wind Key

41:49 - Interview Segment #4

Outro - I'm No Pony

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#064: You'd Prefer An Astronaut by Hum

On episode #64, we're back with another listener suggestion. Actually, it's a multiple listener suggestion episode - lots of folks have told us to revisit Hum's 1995 album You'd Prefer An Astronaut, and we aim to please. Tim knew he was going to struggle to be objective since Hum is one of his favorite bands of all time, so in order to avoid a blubbering gush-fest, we invited a special guest to help us review the album - director Shawn Foster. Check out Shawn's website for videos of his work with the Deftones, Drive-by Truckers, The Sun and more.

There's plenty to talk about the unique Hum - their combination of metal, progressive rock and shoegaze with an space and science lyrical bent makes comparisons difficult, but we give it a shot. Shawn shares some directing experiences, including the infamous Zane's Sex Chronicles, his opportunity to fulfill all our wishes and punch Fred Durst, and somehow we end up tying it all up with The Muppets. Alcohol may have been consumed during this episode.

WARNING: Plenty of salty language in this one. Earmuffs for the kids.

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - I'd Like Your Hair Long

23:02 - I'd Like Your Hair Long

25:59 - Little Dipper

35:11 - Suicide Machine

39:52 - Stars

49:42 - Stars

Outro - The Pod

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#63: The Pink Album by Tuscadero

On episode #63 it's listener suggestion time. We review Tuscadero's 1996 release The Pink Album, and we're not quite sure what to make of it. Are they punk, post-punk, pop, alternative? And why did we gravitate towards the lyrics? Questions abound, but do we find answers? Tune in to find out.

Songs in this Episode:

Intro - Leather Idol

17:33 - Just My Size

19:14 - Hollywood Handsome

24:37 - Nancy Drew

Outro - Latex Dominatrix

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#062: Mephisto by Capsize 7

On episode #62 we're back with another listener review. This week it's the 1995 album Mephisto by Capsize 7. From Chapel Hill, North Carolina, the same scene that produced Archers of Loaf, Polvo and Superchunk, Capsize 7 has a lot to live up to when it comes to arguably the indie rock capital of the U.S. Can the lesser-known Capsize 7 hold their own? Tune in to find out.

Songs In This Episode:

Intro - Blasting Radios Off

10:52 - Column Shifter

13:39 - Armstrong

14:46 - The Safe

18:45 - Blasting Radios Off

21:46 - Connecticut

Outro - Western Friese

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