*Originally released November 1st 2016* A film composer, a doctor, and an English prof collaborating long distance; they are Faded Paper Figures. Steve and Doug talk about their fantastic music (and Highlander) in this week's episode. Music featured this week: Piledrive - The Matter Breathing - Relics Metropolis - Dynamo Timewave Zero - Timewave Zero [single]
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*Originally released October 18th 2016* This week Steve and Doug delve deep into the electronic pop duo Empire Of The Sun, with their epic album journeys, cinematic music videos, and silly hat parties. Music featured this week: Walking On A Dream - Walking On A Dream Alive - Ice On The Dune High And Low - Two Vines We Are The People - Walking On A Dream
*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 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 September 13th 2016* This episode, Doug and Steve chat about Toronto underground Apocalyptic Pop trio Bravestation. The boys also chat about musical frisson, the question of keeping past releases available, and Doug's pick for the best single of 2015. Music featured this week: Actors - V [EP] Signs Of The Civilized - Giants & Dreamers 13th Floor - 13th Floor [single] Future Love - IV [EP]
*Originally released August 29th 2016* Steve and Doug soldier forward into the alphabet once more, taking a gander at the fascinating and wonderful music of French electronic duo AIR. They also chat about artillery, the 60's, and the wonderful world of copyright. Music featured this week: Radio #1 - 10 000 Hz Legend Sexy Boy - Moon Safari Surfing On A Rocket - Talkie Walkie Night Sight - Pocket Symphony
*Originally released August 18th 2016* This week, we have an exclusive interview with local musician Marq Desouza, as he chats with Steve and Doug about dinner theatre, exposure to new talent, and how music has changed in the digital age. Music featured this week: Who Is Better Than Us? - ...& All His Boyish Charms
*Originally released July 15th 2016* Another special episode, where we bring in some past guest hosts including Stuart Ferguson of The Crossing, Daniel Ferguson, and Our Friend Travis. This time around we chat about our all time favourite albums! Music featured this week: I Am Very Glad Because I Am Finally Returning Back Home - Eduard Khil
*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 June 14th 2016* This episode, Steve and Doug chat about Yellow Ostrich, the five year voyage of Alex Schaaf and his glorious beard. The dudes also gab about tempo changes, clever cover art, and splitting your music between platforms. Music featured this week: Marathon Runner - Strange Land Shades - Cosmos Hahahaohhoho - The Mistress WHALE - The Mistress
*Originally released May 17th 2016* On to the strange and bizarre world of experimental music act Xiu Xiu. It's challenging, emotional, intriguing, and sometimes abrasive, but there's always something rewarding to be found. The guys also talk about difficult cover art, vocals balanced against instruments, and songs we like when we aren't sure why. Music featured this week: Boy Soprano - The Air Force Bog People - La Forêt I Luv The Valley, OH! - Fabulous Muscles Wondering - Forget
*Originally released April 26th 2016* Washed Out may be one of the most intriguing stories of artistic discovery covered on the podcast. Steve and Doug look into the Georgia native's library aspirations, musical talents, and what the internet has done for the industry. Amor fati. Music featured this week: All I Know - Paracosm Olivia - High Times [EP] Feel It All Around - Life Of Leisure [EP] Million Miles Away - Mister Mellow
*Originally released April 13th 2016* This episode, Steve and Doug come right back to the present with Vampire Weekend, while also musing about licensing for car ads, rich white kid music (whatever that is), and lawsuits over polaroids. Music featured this week: Cousins - Contra Step - Modern Vampires Of The City Mansard Roof - Vampire Weekend Run - Contra
*Originally released March 24th 2016* This week on the show Steve and Doug go back to the 70's and 80's for the British group Ultravox. The group is particularly noteworthy for being an interesting case study showing the transition from punk to new wave. And they just happen to be awesome. The guys also gab on about the ticket scalping, when you're too edgy for glam rock, and the nuclear apocalypse. Six Degrees From King Crimson: Ultravox -> Brian Eno -> Robert Fripp, Adrian Belew -> King Crimson Ultravox -> Steve Lillywhite -> Peter Gabriel -> Tony Levin -> King Crimson Ultravox -> Steve Lillywhite -> Talking Heads -> Adrian Belew -> King Crimson Ultravox -> Conny Plank -> Brian Eno (but including Robert Fripp, Phil Manzanera, Phil Collins, and Rhett Davies through "Before And After Science") -> King Crimson Music featured this week: Distant Smile - Ha!-Ha!-Ha! Dancing With Tears In My Eyes - Lament Vienna - Vienna Majestic - Ingenuity
*Originally released March 11th 2016* Steve and Doug take a request this episode with the techno trance New Age Nordic rappers Team Rockit. Phew...get all that? The fellas also dive into the Kanye West Report, musical visions, and rapper poses. Music featured this week: Aura - Anima Jordskred - 1988 omega - Neo Bahamut Rekviem - 1988
*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 February 15th 2016* Steve and Doug jam it all in this episode! ABBA, Ace of Base, the Bergen Wave, mispronounced movie titles, Robyn, 90's techno, and a few minutes in there talking about Röyksopp. Music featured this week: Happy Up Here - Junior Monument - Do It Again [EP] Remind Me - Melody AM Röyksopp's Night Out - Melody AM
*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
*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 December 8th 2015* Steve and Doug chat about on of their all-time favourite artists, Alan Palomo, and his dance, New Wave-inspired, electronic project Neon Indian. Also, always bring Sharpies to concerts guys. Music featured this week: Deadbeat Summer - Psychic Chasms Annie - VEGA Int. Night School Polish Girl - Era Extraña
*Originally released November 27th 2015* Steve and Doug go back to the new rock movement of the mid-2000's and talk about the strangely named band, The Music. The duo also lament and gush about live shows, the value of selling your own music, and Vancouver's night life. Music featured this week: Breakin' - Welcome To The North Take The Long Road And Walk It - The Music No Weapon Sharper Than Will - Strength In Numbers
*Originally released November 21st 2015* Steve and Doug are joined once again by Our Friend Travis to discuss the rock legends, Led Zeppelin. They groan at the notion that "Stairway To Heaven" is the only good Zeppelin track, ponder the genesis of metal, and even sidetrack to Gilligan's Island. Six Degrees From King Crimson: Led Zeppelin -> George Chkiantz -> King Crimson Music featured this week: Black Dog - Untitled No Quarter - Houses Of The Holy Dazed And Confused - Led Zeppelin The Crunge - Houses Of The Holy
*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 28th 2015* Steve and Doug take another request this episode and look at the collaboration project between Diplo and Skrillex, Jack Ü. There's also some talk about Burning Man, electronic acts pushing boundaries, and Canadians showing up in unlikely places. Music featured this week: Take Ü There Where Are Ü Now To Ü
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