Calling a song or a band a one hit wonder can be dependent on region or even just faulty memory. But what about one album wonders? Steve and Doug take a look at bands who released just one glorious studio album, then faded away. Along the way they chat about AI Taylor Swift, strange live albums, and albums composed via mail. Today's Albums: Lauryn Hill - The Miseducation Of Lauryn Hill - August 1998 New Radicals - Maybe You've Been Brainwashed Too - October 1998 The Postal Service - Give Up - February 2003 Hird - Moving On - September 2004 Beast - Beast - November 2008 Kordan - The Longing - October 2010 Music featured this week: Harry Nilsson - One Lauryn Hill - Doo Wop (That Thing) New Radicals - You Get What You Give The Postal Service - Such Great Heights Hird - Keep You Kimi Beast - Finger Prints Kordan - Mirror ![]()
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*Originally released February 11th 2017* For this episode, Steve and Doug tackle New Zealand alternative project OMC, the Ōtara Millionaires Club, best remembered for their huge international hit "How Bizarre." The duo also ponder the pop hits of the 90's, the age of downloads, and Steve busts out his hip hop skills. Music featured this week: How Bizarre - How Bizarre Land Of Plenty - How Bizarre We R The OMC - Proud: An Urban-Pacific Streetsoul Compilation ![]()
*Originally released January 5th 2017* This episode, Steve and Doug look at the short but oh so sweet career of eclectic songwriter Kenna. The duo also say farewell to 2016, and chat about music licensing and when music supports a cause. Music featured this week: Out Of Control (State Of Emotion) - Make Sure They See My Face Freetime - New Sacred Cow Long Gone - Land 2 Air Chronicles II: Imitation Is Suicide Chapter 2 [EP] Love Is Still Alive - Land 2 Air Chronicles II: Imitation Is Suicide Chapter 2 [EP] ![]()
*Originally released December 12th 2016* Straight from LA, Steve and Doug chat about R&B act Inc. No World, formerly known as inc. and also formerly known as Teen Inc. The fellows also talk about 2016 continuing to embrace the reaper, the return of the Philosopher Kings, and why Pitchfork reviews can be a little frustrating. Music featured this week: Black Wings - No World Heart Crimes - 3 [EP] The Wheel - As Light As Light Angel - No World ![]()
*Originally released November 16th 2016* This episode, Steve and Doug chat about what happens when you mix Sonic Youth guitars, Charlie Brown piano, double dutch chants, and car chase sequence horns - the answer is UK's The Go! Team! The boys also chat about the alternative music scene is 2004 / 2005, and if it's kosher to be using all these audio clips. Music featured this week: Ladyflash - Thunder, Lightning, Strike Keys To The City - Proof Of Youth What D'you Say? - The Scene Between Mayday - SEMICIRCLE ![]()
*Originally released October 4th 2016* After days of intense study, Steve and Doug return to cover the fascinating and long-standing (solo) career of Del The Funky Homosapien. Side tracks into Deltron 3030 and Gorillaz! Join in the deltoxication! Music featured this week: Mistadobalina - I Wish My Brother George Was Here Calculate - Golden Era If You Must - Both Sides Of The Brain ![]()
*Originally released December 19th 2015* Trip hop never sounded so amazing (yet so dark). Steve and Doug dig deep and chat about The OPUS, the collaboration between The Isle of Weight and Mr. Echoes. Also is music a product, and can you ever create art without making it a commodity? Steve and Doug discuss the Lavachild conundrum. Music featured this week: March Of The Termites - March Of The Termites [EP] In The Oak (Prophet Mix) - Praying Mantis Skywalker - Blending Density Serpent's Fruit - Praying Mantis ![]()
*Originally released July 10th 2015* This week an exclusive interview with local talent Copasetic, as he chats with Steve and Doug about whiney Vancouverites, his short-lived career as a voice actor, and the delicate training required for rap battles! Music featured this week: Dragon Soul - Dragon Soul Zero ![]()
*Originally released March 19th 2015* This week on the Canadian run, Doug and Steve look at the highs and lows of Nelly Furtado, one of Canada's biggest pop acts. The boys also remark on single releases, how publicity effects album sales, and how track order can make or break an album. Music featured this week: Powerless (Say What You Want) - Folklore Maneater - Loose I'm Like A Bird - Whoa, Nelly! ![]()
*Originally released March 6th 2015* On this episode of the Canadian Run, Steve and Doug travel back to the summer of 1999: The Summer of LEN. Don't pretend you haven't missed it. Sidebars include the Frozen phenomenon, ever evolving line ups, and the magic of Biz Markie. Music featured this week: A Brother Sister Thing - The Diary Of The Madmen Candy Pop - Superstar If You Steal My Sunshine - You Can't Stop The Bum Rush ![]()
*Originally released February 27th 2015* This episode, Steve and Doug talk a bit about k-os, and everyone's favourite topic: race relations in Canada! The duo also talk about Fred Penner, issues with the music industry, and the difficulty marketing your music over pop radio. Music featured this week: I Wish I Knew Natalie Portman - Yes! Sunday Morning - Atlantis: Hymns For Disco Crabbuckit - Joyful Rebellion ![]()
*Originally released September 2nd 2014* Welcome to the world of Paul White! Steve and Doug dive deep into the varied and fascinating musical career of this artist from London, UK. The guys also talk about the stigma against women in rock, the line between genius and insanity, and various platforms musicians can release their work on. Music featured this week: The Punch Drummer - The Strange Dreams Of Paul White Pride - Paul White & The Purple Brain The Doldrums - Rapping With Paul White ![]()
*Originally released August 27th 2014* This episode looks at Atlanta-based rap duo Outkast, with all their quirks and beats. The guys also talk about school placement programs for gifted youths, Rolling Stone's list of 500 Greatest Albums of All Time, and what's cooler than being cool. Music featured this week: Rosa Parks - Aquemini Ms. Jackson - Stankonia Hey Ya - The Love Below ![]()
*Originally released July 28th 2014* This episode, Steve and Doug talk about the massively successful Linkin Park, trendsetters in the nu-metal scene that was so-often imitated. This of course means chatting about the rock music scene in the late 90's, Transformers soundtracks, and how to preserve your identity while pushing the boundaries of your creativity. All while touring. Music featured this week: One Step Closer - Hybrid Theory Faint - Meteora What I've Done - Minutes To Midnight Pts.OF.Athrty - Reanimation ![]()
*Originally released June 25th 2014* RETURN OF THE CURSED EPISODE! Doug and Steve (re)record this *remastered* episode on trip-hop, alternative virtual band Gorillaz, brainchild of Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett. The fellas also take some time to talk about misleading radio edits, and remix albums. Music featured this week: Clint Eastwood - Gorillaz Stylo - Plastic Beach Feel Good Inc. - Demon Days ![]()
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