For the Record With GG and Adam

Katie Crutchfield brings a more direct, Americana-influenced sound on her 5th album as Waxahatchee, "Saint Cloud;" it may be her best yet. We discuss it in-depth in episode #125 of "For the Record." For all prior episodes, visit ForTheRecordPodcast.com

Wisconsin five-piece Disq bring an eclectic mix of 90s influences to their debut LP, "Collector," which we discuss in-depth in episode #124 of "For the Record." For all the prior episodes, visit ForTheRecordPodcast.com.

On her second album, "Cha Cha Palace," Angelica Garcia mixes a variety of styles with her exceptional voice into a cohesive celebration of her LatinX identity with universal appeal.

On their ninth studio album, veteran indie rockers Nada Surf examine themes of loneliness and interconnectedness with their trademark bittersweet, melodic hooks. We discuss "Never Not Together" in-depth in episode #122 of "For the Record."

Hop Along frontwoman Frances Quinlan's first solo record, "Likewise," shows an impressive range, both emotionally and sonically. We discuss it in-depth in episode #121 of "For the Record."

On their second album, The Big Moon makes a significant departure in their sound to deliver a poppy, danceable take on how to keep your chin up in a world that's falling apart. We take an in-depth look at "Walking Like We Do" in episode #120.

Sharon Van Etten's first studio album in 5 years is a major leap forward for her sound, as synths and drones add an undercurrent of dread to her warm and emotional vocals. We discuss "Remind Me Tomorrow" in-depth in episode #119 of “For the Record.”

Renowned jazz bassist/singer-turned-indie-pop songwriter Kate Davis' debut album, “Trophy,” is a strong, cohesive collection of clever, emotionally wide-open songs about love, longing, loss, and growth.

Great Grandpa have evolved their sound significantly from where they started with their first album to where they end up with this new second album, "Four of Arrows."

British band Sports Team has yet to release a full-length, but they're one of our favorite new discoveries this year, so we decided to talk about their 3 EPs released so far on episode #116 of "For the Record."

It's been five long years since the last album from The Hold Steady, and "Thrashing Thru the Passion" is a wonderful return to form. We discuss it in-depth in episode #115 of "For the Record." For all the past episodes, visit ForTheRecordPodcast.com.

Brittany Howard took a break from making albums with her band, Alabama Shakes, to make this personal and inventive solo record, "Jaime." We discuss it in-depth in episode #114 of "For the Record." For all the past episodes, visit ForTheRecordPodcast.com.

Brisbane, Australia's WAAX brings heavy guitars, acrobatic female vocals, and a bit of a pop sensibility on their debut LP, "Big Grief." We discuss it in-depth in episode #113 of "For the Record." For all the past episodes, visit ForTheRecordPodcast.com.

Sleater-Kinney's ninth album, produced by St. Vincent, finds them going in a new and sometimes uncomfortable direction, as they confront a world on the brink with their trademark rock trio ferocity... but also some electronics. We discuss "The Center Won'

Lizzo is that rare, complete superstar package: Charm, humor, great songwriting, and an incredible voice. She's been steadily amassing fans for the past few years, but this major-label debut may be her breakout moment. We discuss the record in-depth in ep

Alexandra Levy, who records under the name Ada Lea, is a Montreal artist who has recorded her first album, "What We Say in Private," based on 180 days of journaliing following the breakup of an important romantic relationship. We discuss the record in-dep

Stef Chura is a singer-songwriter from Michigan who brings a new and more mature sound to her sophomore album, "Midnight," with the help of producer Will Toledo of Car Seat Headrest. We discuss the record in-depth in episode #109 of "For the Record."

Charly Bliss's sophomore album is loaded with pop hooks, but also represents a leap forward in both sound and maturity. Is it synth pop, or guitar rock with synths? Yes! We discuss "Young Enough" in-depth in episode #108 of "For the Record."

Jade Bird is a petite, young woman with a powerful voice and smart lyrics, exploring Americana from across the pond. We discuss her debut LP on episode #107 of "For the Record."

Control Top's debut LP blows your hair back with polished punk that wants to destroy the system. We discuss "Covert Contracts" in episode #106 of "For the Record." For all the past episodes, visit ForTheRecordPodcast.com.

L.A.-based Sasami is a multi-instrumentalist who is best-known as the synth player for the band Cherry Glazerr. Her layered, intense, self-titled debut record plumbs the depths of relationships gone awry to create a lush sound that you can't help but sing

After a few years away, Seattle's Tacocat comes roaring back with an album that takes the anxiety of post-2016 America and transforms it into a joy and optimism that's still grounded in reality.

Sego was one of our favorite discoveries from South by Southwest this year, and we were eagerly anticipating the release of their second album, "Sego Sucks," which did not disappoint. We discuss it in-depth in episode #103 of "For the Record."

Jenny Lewis' richly-produced, ambitious new album might be her best since she left Rilo Kiley. We discuss "On the Line" in-depth on episode #102 of "For the Record."

In episode #101 of "For the Record," we depart from our usual format to discuss our favorite discoveries from the 2019 South by Southwest music conference in Austin, Texas.