Episodes

*Originally released December 2nd 2014* This episode, Steve and Doug think back to some previous episodes to expand their thoughts and chat about some concerts they went to. Also, some feedback regarding a question Steve posed regarding the pro's and con's of a remix overshadowing an original song. 1:14 - Yeah, I've changed the upload order and put the MITIGO interview after this follow up episode. Going through the past episodes, the follow up and the interview episodes haven't been consisten...

*Originally released on November 19th 2014* On this episode, Doug and Steve finish up their first alphabet run with those chill trip-hop dudes, Zero 7. Along the way, they also chat about hating Nickelback, time travel, and vocalists for hire. Music featured this week: ​​This Fine Social Scene - The Garden Destiny - Simple Things Mr. McGee - Yeah Ghost 1:18 - Here is the article we open our podcast with: 8 Reasons You Should Stop Hating Nickelback 11:45 - Twitter shout outs! Stephen C Ros...

*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 1:35 - Spreading the love one more time: here's Time Columns...

*Originally released November 5th 2014* Doug and Steve examine the career of British band The xx on this episode! The two also take the time to dive into free music distribution, minimalist music about complicated relationships, and Baz Luhrmann's The Great Gatsby soundtrack. Music featured this week: Together - The Great Gatsby [soundtrack] Angels - Coexist Crystalised - xx ​Chained - Coexist 8:14 - If I didn't post the theme to the 90's X-Men cartoon here, I'd never forgive myself 11:0...

*Originally released October 31st 2014* Steve and Doug are joined by animation and comic historian Kurtis Findlay to discuss the history and antics of Weird Al! The three also chat about the uphill challenge of being a comedy musician, the grace of Michael Jackson, and record labels trying to save their business by riding their prized pony. Six Degrees From King Crimson: Weird Al -> Ben Folds -> William Shatner -> Adrian Belew -> King Crimson Weird Al -> Dire Straits -> Talking Heads -> Adri...

*Originally released October 22nd 2014* ​Doug and Steve are joined once again by guest cohost, Their 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 Arriv...

*Originally released October 15th 2014* On this *remastered* second part of their U2 episode, Steve and Doug continue talking about the Irish rockers with guest cohosts Stuart Ferguson and Travis Mendgen. The four chat about image changes, alienating fans, and how to structure an album (or not!). 0:45 - As stated last episode, you'll probably have noticed a bit of a drop in fidelity and an echo. To accommodate the two guest hosts, we recorded in a new, larger space and weren't as close to the ...

*Originally released October 15th 2014* On this *remastered* episode, Steve and Doug are joined once again by Stuart Ferguson and also new guest cohost Travis Mendgen, in discussing the first half of U2's career. The guys also talk about what makes a great stage performance, punk versus post-punk, and when a live version surpasses a studio version. ​ Six Degrees From King Crimson: U2 -> Brian Eno -> Roxy Music -> Bryan Ferry -> King Crimson U2 -> François Kevorkian -> King Crimson U2 -> R....

*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 5:29 - You can stream Paul White's album "Shaker Notes" here 5:49 - Yeah! Listen to our epi...

*Originally released September 24th 2014* This episode Steve and Doug discuss the ethereal art-rock Icelandic band Sigur Rós, stumbling over every pronunciation along the way. The two also dig into constructed languages, the genre of post-rock, and playing with an audience\'s expectations. Music featured this week: Hoppípolla - Takk... Svefn-g-englar - Ágætis byrjun Untitled 1 (Vaka) - ( ) 16:31 - Steve at least succeeds here at pronouncing Reykjavík 24:06 - You can read up more on the no...

*Originally released September 18th 2019* Let\'s take a trip back to the 70\'s with this week\'s episode on Roxy Music. Steve and Doug are joined by local musician and parental figure Stuart Ferguson, who sheds some light on the music scene of the time. The guys look at the influence of Brian Eno, the transition to disco, and the fickle nature of music critics. Also is the first episode with Doug\'s segment \"6 Degrees From King Crimson\"! Six Degrees From King Crimson: Roxy Music -> Bryan Fe...

*Originally released on September 10th 2014* In this episode, Steve and Doug contemplate the hard rock goodness of their first request, Queens of the Stone Age. The fellas also wax on about rock on pop radio, the strength of an album\'s last track, and how a band\'s sound can evolve. Music featured this week: 3\'s & 7\'s - Era Vulgaris Little Sister - Lullabies To Paralyze No One Knows - Songs For The Deaf 6:40 - Steve was listening to \"Happiness Is Not A Fish You Can Catch\". You can hea...

*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 4:57 - Pullbox Podcast isn\'t currently airing, but you can check out Kurtis\' new podcast project, The Epic...

*Originally released August 19th 2014* This week\'s episode is on the Australian Christian rock turned pop band Newsboys. Doug and Steve also discuss trying the break the Christian music mould, remix and compilation albums, and going from an underground fresh sound to processed pop beats. Music featured this week: Shine - Going Public Entertaining Angels - Step Up To The Microphone God\'s Not Dead - God\'s Not Dead 5:21 - The episode of South Park is \"Christian Rock Hard\" from season 7. ...

*Originally released August 4th 2014* Time for some sensual dance with Australian project Miami Horror. Steve and Doug talk about the connections you can find through collaborations, sexy music videos, and how the transition from cds to digital music can really kill your marketing. Music featured this week: Don\'t Be On With Her - Bravado I Look To You - Illumination Real Slow - All Possible Futures 1:56 - For those interested, this took a variety of programs. ID3 Editor allows me to inser...

*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 ...

*Originally released July 21st 2014* This episode, Doug and Steve take a look at the career of the South African brothers known as KONGOS. The fellas also chat about iTunes, the dynamics of being an opening act, and busy tour schedules. Also, what\'s the story with that first album anyway? Music featured this week: Another Daydream - KONGOS Come With Me Now - Lunatic I\'m Only Joking - Lunatic 6:33 - To read more about the 2014 Polaris Music prize, click here! 14:50 - Interestingly, this ...

*Originally released July 14th 2014* Steve and Doug sit down to talk about London funk group Jamiroquai this episode! They also give some serious discussion about one hit wonders, dance films, and whether or not artists need a label. Also, apologies for the sound quality this episode - we were still working on a few technical glitches! ​​Music featured this week: Canned Heat - Synkronized Virtual Insanity - Travelling Without Moving Emergency On Planet Earth - Emergency On Planet Earth 6:3...

*Originally released July 7th 2014* Doug and Steve jump into the fray with New York based rockers Interpol. They also mention the post-punk movement, radio-friendly pop songs, and the enigmatic views of music critics. Can we get some love for Our Love To Admire?? Music featured this week: PDA - Turn On The Bright Lights​ Barricade - Interpol Evil - Antics 10:01 - We haven\'t quite gotten around to doing this one, and might not ever. Genre definitions are kind of a weird topic of conversati...

*Originally released June 30th 2014* Steve and Doug charge into action with the dynamic Swede punk-rockers, The Hives. It was also the first week the guys could answer listener feedback! The two also talk about creation vs performance, punk rock as ADD, and live shows that will win you and your socks over. Music featured this week: Abra Cadaver - Tyrannosaurus Hives Hate To Say I Told You So - Veni Vidi Vicious Walk Idiot Walk - Tyrannosaurus Hives The Hives Are Law, You Are Crime - A.K.A....

*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 5:11 - Check out Jack & The Ripper via their Bandcamp page. Trust me. 9:42 - That\'s \"Song...

*Originally released June 16th 2014* This episode, Doug and Steve wax on about the prolific psychedelic rockers from Oklahoma City, The Flaming Lips! The guys also chat about dada-ist lyrical content, the role of a producer in the making of an album, and the Zaireeka listening experience. Music featured this week: The W.A.N.D. - At War With The Mystics She Don\'t Use Jelly - Transmissions From The Satellite Heart Do You Realize?? - Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots 13:33 - It was 2008. Flami...

*Originally released June 8th 2014* From Italy, Steve and Doug peruse the career of one-hit wonder Eiffel 65. Along the way the guys chat about Wikipedia as a source, landmark albums of the 90\'s, and the curious influence of radio on listener perception. Who\'s behind the wheel regarding songs becoming hits, listeners or advertisers? Music featured this week: Blue - Europop I DJ With The Fire - Contact! Dub In Life - Europop 2:47 - I\'m so sorry. 4:33 - Thankfully, in the time since this...