Episodes

*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 54:42 - Here's a demonstration of someone playing a n'goni and someone else playing the kora 1:04:23 - "Sur...

*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 16:11 - Ace of Base's ties to Nazi ideology is uncomfortable, if a little tenuous at times. This Cracked article on the subject really explo...

*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 2:51 - Here's the video for "Lazarus." RIP David Bowie 11:48 - Here's the "VEGA Intl. Night School by Neon Indi...

*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] 2:22 - Whenever Steve thinks of Motorhead, he always comes back to their curious performance on the BBC sitcom "The ...

*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 Frui...

*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 9:15 - Here's a link to Remy Shand's Bandcamp 14:59 - The song from Washed Out's Life Of Leisure EP that Doug is thinking of is called "Lately" bu...

*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 5:31 - So in case you're interested, here are the Bandcamp pages for Di...

*Originally released November 21st 2015* Steve and Doug are joined once again by Their 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 T...

*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​ 13:53 - If you're interested in learning about Washed Out, check out our episode W Is For Washed Out! 39:25 - Is Steve completely mad? Here's the video for "Time Exists Only ...

*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 5:36 - You can hear more about what Steve and Doug think about their new album on the episode H Is For The Helio Sequence! 7:58 - So that contest i...

*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 4:48 - And you should definitely listen to our episode M Is For The Most Serene Republic here! 5:33 - If you're curious abo...

*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 7:18 - The website is a little glitchy, but the episode still works! Take a listen to Doug coh...

*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 5:19 - Here's the entry for "Lost In The Plot" by The Dears on Doug's list of 100 Favourite Songs - it's number 8 -...

*Originally released September 19th 2015* Doug and Steve are joined by their errant and crazed youngest brother Daniel Ferguson to discuss Franz Ferdinand. The guys also chat about experimental music, the changing pop scene, and the limits to engagement with your fans. Music featured this week: No You Girls - Tonight: Franz Ferdinand Right Action - Right Thoughts, Right Words, Right Action Take Me Out - Franz Ferdinand 13:26 - Take this opportunity to check out the music of Lux Lisbon, it'...

*Originally released September 13th 2015* Steve and Doug take a trip down Nostalgia Lane for Ireland's huge international New Age act, Enya. The gents also talk about album sales in countries, singing in Elvish, and stalkers. Six Degrees From King Crimson: Enya -> Ross Cullum -> Tears For Fears -> Mel Collins -> King Crimson Music featured this week: Orinoco Flow - Watermark Only Time - A Day Without Rain ​The Celts - Enya / The Celts 3:41 - Spoiler alert: upon the release of SPECTRE, St...

*Originally released September 2nd 2015* This week, Steve and Doug take on their next request, in the form of the troubled and intriguing career of neo-soul gem D'Angelo. Also, bearing your soul as an artist, treating your audience as adults, and struggles with substance abuse and suicide. Some heavy topics in this one; buckle up! Music featured this week: Lady - Brown Sugar Really Love - Black Messiah Untitled (How Does It Feel) - Voodoo Cruisin' - Brown Sugar 2:25 - Looks like they're t...

*Originally released August 22nd 2015* This episode, Steve and Doug tackle the big electronica duo from London, Chase & Status. They jib jab a bit on how techno became dubstep, the almighty ampersand, and music you can (can't?) dance to. Music featured this week: End Credits - No More Idols Count On Me - Brand New Machine Pieces - More Than Alot 1:21 - Looks like they're trying to fix up their website, but the links still work so please check out Doug's guest appearance on the Sci Fi Movie...

*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 9:01 - A few years have passed, and the video of Big Lenny's appearance has come back onto YouTube, because nothin...

*Originally released August 7th 2015* Join Steve and Doug as they begin a new cycle through the alphabet tackling the first request they ever received: British powerhouse band Arctic Monkeys. They also gab about awkward interviews, the mystery of the missing tee shirt, and when David Bowie records super Bowie songs. Music featured this week: Flourescent Adolescent - Favourite Worst Nightmare R U Mine? - AM I Bet You Look Good On The Dance Floor - Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm No...

*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 8:27 - For a more detailed look, check out our episode P Is For Paul White 8:55 - It's called "Do What We Wanna Do" and is by Pete Cannon & Dr Syntax, ft Jehst & Del The Funky Homosapie...

*Originally released July 1st 2015* This week, Steve and Doug are joined by guest cohosts Nathan Ferguson and Our Friend Travis Mendgen to list off their five most hated songs. They also take the time to talk about ukuleles, boring music videos, and WHAT IS WITH THE BANANAS?!? Music featured this week: Wrecking Ball (DJ Detweiler remix) by Ciley Myrus 8:45 - Okay music fans, here are the videos for Marianas Trench's "Pop Music 101" and Matthew Good Band's "Anti-pop" 19:52 - For more of our ...

*Originally released June 18th 2015* The end of the Canadian run! This time Steve and Doug cover Zeus, a quartet who backed Jason Collett for years, and pay homage to the greats of the past. Also, we dish some more love to the Arts & Crafts label, Dr. Zaius, and dam documentaries. Music featured this week: 27 Is The New 17 - Classic Zeus How Does It Feel? - Say Us Are You Gonna Waste My Time? - Busting Visions 14:15 - Still not seeing an Arts & Crafts podcast :( 15:37 - This is "Song and ...

*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 2:29 - We...

*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 - T...