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 November 19th 2017* We kick off a new alphabet cycle by interviewing the lovely and talented Maya Rae! The group chat about the impact of social media on distribution, making connections with independent artist, and pursuing art just because you love it. Also, Steve quizzes Maya with a word association game. Music featured this week: Sapphire Birds - Sapphire Birds
*Originally released June 19th 2017* Back from Sasquatch Music Festival, Doug and Steve ponder Victor Wooten and his incredible music language. Although best known as one of the great bassists, Wooten's talent for song writing and love of teaching music to youth permeates through every song and surpasses every genre. Also, what did he say? Music featured this week: Soul Circus - Soul Circus The Lesson - palmystery What Did He Say? - What Did He Say?
*Originally released September 20th 2016* Doug and Steve are joined by Daniel Ferguson in a look at Parisien electroswing experts Caravan Palace. What's the difference between sampling for an EDM track, and blending older music with contemporary beats? Caravan Palace seems to have it figured out. Music featured this week: Dramophone - Panic Comics - <|°_°|> Jolie Coquine - Caravan Palace Lay Down - <|°_°|>
*Originally released June 30th 2016* As we round out this cycle, Steve and Doug tackle Seattle jazz act Zubatto Syndicate and discuss what it takes to get money in the digital age of music. It may just be vinyl. The duo also chat about concert etiquette, the robot invasion, and the troubles with covering Beyoncé. Music featured this week: Inspector Automaton (Z7) - Zubatto Syndicate Ares And Gaea (Z29) - Zubatto Syndicate Master Of Puppets - Zubatto Syndicate 2
*Originally released February 18th 2016* This week on the show, Steve and Doug cover nu-jazz and electronica legend St. Germain. They also wax on about jazz in pop culture, first jobs, and sweet hotels in San Diego. Also our first "Coffee Time With Doug" segment! Music featured this week: Alabama Blues (1965 Mix) - Alabama Blues [single] Rose Rouge - Tourist Real Blues - St. Germain
*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 April 3rd 2015* Double the fun on the Canadian run! Steve and Doug talk about the Canadian powerhouse known as The Philosopher Kings and their offshoot band Prozzäk. Throw in a bit of Jarvis Church and Track & Field, and the guys also find The Ultimate Philosopher Kings Song! Music featured this week: You Stepped On My Life - Famous, Rich And Beautiful Charms - The Philosopher Kings Cry - Famous, Rich and Beautiful Strange Disease - Hot Show www.nevergetoveryou - Saturday People Sucks To Be You - Hot Show
*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 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
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