Behind The Bar

CHIEF KEEF BANG BANG! Whats up everyone its your boys Emre and Maxime, joined tonight with a very special and very anonymous guest: Professor X! Recorded at an undisclosed studio location, the Professor treats the boys to some delicious japanese whisky while we dive into a the nuances and intricacies of such a delectable album, discuss fat rappers, and reminisce on the better days (2012). Thank yo...

We are back and better than ever after spring break! The boys got much to yap about on today's episode, going far beyond our subject matter: the classic 1978 album Jazz by Queen (spoiler - this is not a jazz album). It's got bicycles, ballads and some classic 70s rock. Did Queen walk so Nicki Minaj could run? Did the Vietnam war really last 20 years? You'll find all the answers to t...

oh em gee i can't believe we're on season 6 (and have been for a while!). what a journey this has been. anyways. hope yall are gooooood the boys are back and we're podcasting it up for lunar new year with a fun jazzy dance album that we recommend you listen to and enjoyyyy. hope you like this episode and enjoy spending time with us. we love you. take care. call your mom. and your da...

In this episode, we dive into the mysterious mind of hip hop prodigy Barrington DeVaughn Hendricks, more commonly referred to as JPEGMAFIA. We kick things off with discussion about our personal history and relationship with his music, setting the scene for a deeper dive into our reflections on the individual songs and sequencing on his new album I LAY DOWN MY LIFE FOR YOU, before wrapping up with...

Bom dia! Tudo bem? Come vai voce?? Guys gals and non-binary pals welcome back to another lovely episode of Behind The Bar! On today's episode, the gents are headed back in time and down south... TO BRASIL!!! Wet your reeds and practice your portuguese, because this episode will get you thinking about woodwind instruments and homewrecking like you've never wanted to think of before. Enjoy...

Move over bourbon, here at behind the bar we're drowning our sorrows in local Canadian rye whiskey while listening to the blues. On today's episode we break down an old school blues classic, diving into the instruments, themes, and geographical knowledge present on the album. The Paul Butterfield Blues Band delivers some fiery harmonica, smooth electric guitar, and snappy drums on a tape...

-- English description at the end -- Hey hey la gang! Aujourd'hui nous sommes fieres de vous présenter un épisode très spéciale -- Behind le bar en français. On discute d'un album par un groupe Québécois classique, Break Syndical par les Cowboys fringants. Sortez votre Duolingo (ou relaxer pour nos francophones) et apprenez un peux de culture populaire Québécoise avec nous. On fait un br...

WHATSUP LA GANG!!!! The city slickers have left for cottage country, accompanied by some dapper gentlemen, on this show's wackiest finale to date. This time around, our boys and their special guests brought forward some interesting takes on notable albums or artists that are meaningful to them. I'm losing steam on this description just go listen to the episode its a fun one. SDIYBT!

What is up all my latin party peoples! BTB is going international today, with a smash sensation hit from Catalonia! Yeah you bet your socks right, we're talking MOTOMAMI by ROSALIA and we're DRINKING A WHOLE BOTTLE OF WINE (thats really not that remarkable). Anyways, buckle up for a bilingual episode with shining moments from both your favorite stars! Grab your snacks, grab your bev, and...

What is up all my matcha drinkers! We hope you're having a healthy and vibrant spring and look forward to a hot hot summer ahead! The boys are back with back to back reviews of an artist absolutely oozing vibes - thats right - LARRY JUNE! This cali rapper brings the sauce and your boys bring the juice - green juice, that is. We tryna be healthy and maybe you should too who knows. Anyways be s...

What is up all my dearly beloved BTB listeners! I know yall have been ANXIOUSLY awaiting the new episode (stop calling my phone!), so we're thrilled to have a hot and fresh new sesh out for yall! On today's episode, the boys are joined by longtime Idles fan, David, to discuss their auditory evolution and journey towards their latest album, TANGK. Delectably paired with this banger of an...

What is up beautiful people! I might swerve in that corner woaaaOOOaaa!!! Hope you're having a lovely day and ready to tuck into a sweet lil episode of your two favorite white boys (emre and maxime!) talking about music and craving that sweet sweet bev thirst. On the chopping block today: a heavy metal CLASSIC paired with the drink that cured all my ailments (aint that the truth!). You'r...

Whatsup la gang! Behind The Bar has made it into 2025 with two dudes and a couple surprise guests for today's episode. Breaking news: Indie kids are still making music and we're still reviewing it! Join us as we digest a fun folk album and blow up Ireland with a German bomb (please don't put me on a watch list). Sit back, relax, and get ready to wonder "is it really a concept a...

MUSTAAAARRRRRRRDDD! Waddup gang its your two favorite men back at it chillin on the couch sippin on bev. This time, we talkin real gangsta stuff fr fr. Yeah I'm talking the hot new K-Dot album, GNX (wit anita baker in the tape deck!). So lock in gang fr for a wild episode with hot takes, deep takes, real stuff, and surprise guest appearances from the gang fr. Let us know if we did k-dizzle ju...

Happy Election Day! In this episode of Behind the Bar , Maxime and Emre dive into Bruce Springsteen's iconic album Born in the USA  — because what's more American than belting out the Boss while sippin' on something stronger than democracy? Join the guys as they talk about the album's surprising social undertones, debate whether instruments are organs or pianos, and rip some sh...

Bumpin that. Hi friends today four straight men sat at the table and talked about an album for women and gays. Let us know what colour your underwear is!

Hey y'all, my name's Patrick and I joined Max and Emre on today's podcast, covering every dad's favourite band, in honour of Father's Day. After listening, make sure to call your old man and wish him a good one; enjoy the episode!

Heyyyyy y'alllllll!!!! Maxime and Emre are back (finally!) with some groovy rhythms to satisfy the soul! In this season finale, the gang over-analyzes Otis' signature style on The Soul Album and gets realllll deep wit it on Marvin Gaye's What's Going On? ! Grab a drink (lord knows we've had a few) and strap in for some lovey dovey gooey analysis and powerful social politic...

Hello to all our silly geese! Welcome back to another goofy ahh episode from your favorite host (Emre) and featured co-host (Maxime (and Emre) ). On today's episode, we travel across the globe in search of spiritually-enlightening albums that no one has heard of. Don't worry, you've heard of at least one. Grab a snack and too many drinks as we get too deep in the sauce and explore t...

Howdy y'all! Sincere apologies for the disappearance but we are finally back! Maxime and Emre return Behind the Bar with a new episode dissecting Rihanna's psyche, analyzing underage production styles, and discussing the complex morals of adultery. Strap yourself down (BDSM-style) and get ready for this fanboy ride through Rihanna's latest (2016) album, Anti!

Hey Hey Hey Loyal Listeners -- today we have two special francophones with us, one from across the Atlantic and one home grown. Tap in as Emre, Maxime, Rose, and Luke breakdown Dancehall from french electronic duo The Blaze over some gin tonics. Rose recites an audio essay about getting over her dead ex and shares her first experiences with alcoholism, Emre teaches Maxime about new musical instrum...

Whatsup y'all! Your beloved co-hosts are back with a wacky and silly episode! This time around, Maxime and Emre speedrun through 4 (5?) albums and a diverse selection of drinks to go with them. Please, get (very) tipsy with us as we unpack jazz soul influences, analyze the horniness of an album, and discuss young offender laws in the United States. Don't forget to pack snacks on this biz...

Hey Ho! Our podcast hosts are back behind the bar, this time to discuss the psych rock efforts of the one and only Lil Yachty. Maxime and Emre break down their history with lil boat, psych rock, and Tame Impala (it's one guy!). A smooth and sunny episode to enjoy while resting from your midterms, we hope you enjoy.

The boys and the homie, the myth, the legend JBizzle talk Danny Brown Atrocity Exhibition.  We get into a little bit of our favourite  Danny Brown stories, his upbringing, and where he finds himself in today's rap game.  Atrocity Exhibition is a manic listen, and we do our best to bring in our experiences and insights to this helluva album. Grab yo 40 and yo shorty, cozy up and tap in. - Juli...

We are back! Happy new year Behind the Bar patrons, on today's episode put on your cowboy boots and step into the saloon for the folksy pop rock album Brothers in Arms by Dire Straights. Some of the smoothest joints get discussed, along with riveting questions like "can you do the walk of life?", "what is a synth piano?", and "are crickets a musical instruments?"...