 *Originally released January 22nd 2016* Steve and Doug hem and haw over the mysterious Q Lazzarus this week. The guys also chat about cinema, songwriting, how the Music News is turning into an obituary. Music featured this week: Goodbye Horses - Goodbye Horses [single] White Lines - Goodbye Horses [single] Heaven - Philadelphia [soundtrack] (but not really) Tears Of Fear - Demo 
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 *Originally released January 8th 2016* Steve and Doug ring in 2016 with a long-time favorite act of theirs: plunderphonics mix-master Pogo. It's a trip down nostalgia lane, and also a discussion on what makes a musician. Music featured this week: Alice - Wonderland [EP] Bangarang - Bangarang [single] Jumpy Jives - Jumpy Jives [single] Wizard Of Meh - Wizard Of Meh [single]
 *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 November 6th 2015* This episode, Steve and Doug look at Greek band Keep Shelly In Athens, and chat about independent electronica, touring, and the return of Phil Collins. Music featured this week: Our Own Dream - Our Own Dream [EP] Time Exists Only To Betray Us - At Home Fractals - Now I'm Ready
 *Originally released October 21st 2015* This episode, Steve and Doug chat about indie rockers IQEQ. They also sigh over music collections, muse over independent releases, and consider the MySpace life. Music featured this week: Tribute Mvt. 2: Preemptive Strike - Quietly In Line Locomotive - LOCO/MOTIVE Tribute Mvt. 3: Devil Dog - Quietly In Line Sleep - LOCO/MOTIVE
 *Originally released October 9th 2015* This episode Doug and Steve cover Her Space Holiday, the solo project of Marc Bianchi and his fascinating musical stylings. Also Doug hates on Apple and gets a special package in the mail mid-episode! Music featured this week: This Seat Is Definitely Taken - Sleepy Tigers [EP] Sleeping Pills - Home Is Where You Hang Yourself Japanese Gum - The Young Machines
 *Originally released September 28th 2015* Steve and Doug reflect on Ghostland Observatory this episode, and also contemplate Sasquatch Music Festival, ornery music critics, and one of Steve's secret crushes. Music featured this week: Sad Sad City - Paparazzi Lightning Rich Man - delete.delete.i.eat.meat... Codename Rondo - Codename Rondo Midnight Voyage - Paparazzi Lightning
 *Originally released August 12th 2015* This episode Steve and Doug cover San Francisco chillwave electronica artist Blackbird Blackbird. The guys also chat about the glories of Bandcamp (again), the Bandsintown app, Bobs and Lolo, and Big Lenny. Music featured this week: Love Unlimited - Tangerine Sky Pure - Summer Heart Heartbeat - Summer Heart Fog Rolls On - Boracay Planet
 *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 June 9th 2015* This week Doug and Steve jump around Canada to follow in the footsteps of Young Galaxy, a band deeply entrenched in the Canadian music scene while also being underwater apparently. There's also some chit chat about Stars (again), bands who shift labels, and being nominated for the Polaris Music Prize. Music featured this week: We Have Everything - Shapeshifting Fall For You - Ultramarine Come And See - Young Galaxy Blown Minded - Shapeshifting
 *Originally released May 27th 2015* This week, journey to Niagara Falls to catch up with Xprime, a quartet made up of three snazzy guys and The Doctor. The bros also talk about wonky pronunciations, rocking the Kasbah / Casbah, and fun music videos. Xprime may have ended shortly after this podcast aired, but three of the members reformed as James Blonde, and that band's info is down below. Music featured this week: My Fair Lady - The Album Tell Me Why - Here We Are [EP] Early To The Sun - The Album Ambedo - PM
 *Originally released May 21st 2015* This week Doug and Steve look at the boys from Kelowna, We Are The City, and their musical journey from high school to violence. The guys also chat about what defines Christian music, the wonder that is Bandcamp, and Doug's first bachelor party. Music featured this week: Get Happy - High School [EP] Friends Hurt - Violent Astronomers - In A Quiet World Legs Give Out - Violent
 *Originally released May 14th 2015* Three cities, two countries, one band: join Steve and Doug as they look out on the horizon to the Vast Robot Armies. The guys also take the time to talk about when bands combine, lazy music reviewers, and being chill in interviews. Also Steve regales with his story of picking up the fabled UJ3RK5 EP! Music featured this week: Foxtrot - Little Creatures Grey Area Living - Goodnight Myopia Little Creatures - Little Creatures
 *Originally released May 6th 2015* Back in the dark recesses of the Vancouver nightlife, there was once a post-punk spastic collection of artists called UJ3RK5. Steve and Doug try to make sense of it all. **Retraction! It appears that UJ3RK5 was not affiliated with the soundtrack of the film "Big Meateater." We've endeavoured to remove mention of the film from this episode, but just in case any references snuck in, please take note** Music featured this week: Eisenhower & The Hippies The Anglican The Locator Naum Gabo
 *Originally released April 16th 2015* Jumping forward in our Canadian run, Doug and Steve stop in Winnipeg to talk about a proud addition to the Motown family: Remy Shand. The guys also talk about what really defines true fans, being cautious when investing in purchasing albums, and the move from musician to producer and back again. Music featured this week: Rocksteady - The Way I Feel The Best In Me - The Best In Me [single] Take A Message - The Way I Feel The Mind's Eye - The Way I Feel
 *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 19th 2015* Steve and Doug are joined once again by Nathan Ferguson to discuss Johnny Hollow, the musical project spearheaded by Vincent Marcone. The guys chat about being screwed by labels, macabre art projects, and crowd funding done right. Also Steve tells a story about the dark, crazy history of a certain Russian Monk. Music featured this week: This Hollow World - Dirty Hands Devil's Night - A Collection Of Creatures Dark Thing - Johnny Hollow
 *Originally released February 11th 2015* Steve and Doug are joined by Nathan Ferguson to chat about local group INCURA. The three also chat about the real benefit of going to live shows, getting friendly with local bands, and working Joe Jobs at the local theatre. Music featured this week: I'm Here Waiting - INCURA I'd Give Anything - swords.souls.secrets Three - swords.souls.secrets Nickels and Dimes - swords.souls.secrets
 *Originally released January 30th 2015* On this episode, Doug and Steve look at one of the biggest bands to come out of Vancouver in recent years, and for good reason, Hey Ocean! The two also muse over My Little Pony, guest appearances in music videos, and approaching celebrities at movie theatres. Music featured this week: A Song About California - It's Easier To Be Somebody Else Big Blue Wave - Is Warning - Stop Looking Like Music Make A New Dance Up - Is
 *Originally released January 13th 2015* On this episode, Steve and Doug cover local Vancouverites Five Alarm Funk. The duo also muse about awesome cover art, thoughts about ska, and making it as an artist in Vancouver. Also the guys fulfill a special request from Our Friend Travis to perform a rap duet, and some "unboxing" of Steve's (late) Christmas gifts from Doug! Music featured this week: Zenith Escalator - Anything Is Possible We All Scream - ABANDONEARTH The Iron Pegasus - Rock The Sky Robot - ABANDONEARTH
 *Originally released January 7th 2015* Steve and Doug continue their Canadian run with Esthero, the collaborative darling of the music industry. The guys also gab about talented teens, the trials of music distribution, and the use of autotune to set an atmosphere. Music featured this week: We R In Need Of A Musical ReVoLuTion - Wikked Lil' Grrrls Never Gonna Let You Go - Everything Is Expensive That Girl - Breath From Another
 *Originally released November 13th 2014* Steve and Doug take a look into Brooklyn-based experimental, alternative band Yeasayer! The brothers also spend some time talking about experimental yet organic album production, deeply disturbing music videos, and why music festivals are worth going to. Music featured this week: Wait For The Summer - All Our Cymbals Blue Paper - Fragrant World O.N.E. - Odd Blood 2080 - All Hour Cymbals
 *Originally released October 22nd 2014* Doug and Steve are joined once again by guest cohost, Our Friend Travis Mendgen to discuss one of his all-time fave bands, Villagers. The guys also chat about existential crises, John Legend's wailing, and the line between having a front man and having one person spearhead the creativity of the band. Music featured this week: Judgement Call - {Awayland} Occupy Your Mind - Occupy Your Mind [single] Ship Of Promises - Becoming A Jackal Nothing Arrived - {Awayland}
 *Originally released October 1st 2014* Doug takes Steve down into the world of indie this episode with Time Columns! Along the way, they talk about the Polaris Music Prize, remix albums, and how artists can take advantage of crowdfunding sites like IndieGoGo. Music featured this week: Summer - Sunriseinthesea [EP] Luma - MANA Tarantula Death Pose (Desert Song) [Live] - Unreleased Tetralemma - MANA
 *Originally released June 3rd 2014* This episode, Steve and Doug take a look at ambient electronica act dep and his prolific career (up until 2014 anyway!) Along the way, the guys also remark on lip synched performances, ambient music, and the pro's and con's of touring. Music featured this week: On A Friday Afternoon - Start Loving The Robots Haunted Puppeteer - Nothing To Undo: Nothing To Redo At Your Helm - Rivers & Ghosts We Are The Lights - We Are The Lights That Will Not Go Out
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