Know Your Writes!

We're only a podcast, but we never, never, never, never, never, never, never, never, never...knew it was time for Know Your Writes! This episode finds Robb and Colton diving into the discography of indie greats Rilo Kiley. Our hosts will discuss the quartet's four LPs to see if they're a hit. Other topics include: - following up on Coltrarobbus predictions  - Colton rants about the new Haim album...

Two friends. Two microphones. One luke-warm advertisement concept. On this special episode of Know Your Writes , follow Robb and Colton's many, many attempts to record a commercial--followed by the actual, final product. Enjoy! (regular scheduled programming will re-commence next episode) 

Listen to the wind blow, watch the sun rise, and turn on another episode of Know Your Writes! For this week's Song Spotlight, Robb and Colton break their silence on Fleetwood Mac's 1977 hit, "The Chain". Other topics include:  - Robb's Fleetwood Mac conspiracy theory - Just a touch of Sports Talk (NBA Finals Addition) - A history lesson on the 'New' Fleetwood Mac Bands mentioned in this episode: -...

It has to start somewhere, it has to start sometime; what better place than this podcast, and what better time than now for Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton do what they told ya and dive into Rage Against the Machine. They'll discuss the radical quartet's entire discography to see how this legendary group balances songwriting with politics. Other topics include: - Robb's NBA draft cons...

It's Friday afternoon, meaning it's time for Know Your Writes! In this edition of Song Spotlight, Robb and Colton sway through the fairyland of love to talk about "Tuesday Afternoon" by The Moody Blues. Our hosts unpack what makes this haunting track so effective even today. Other topics include:  - A sad Sports Talk! segment  - Colton's never-finished song about Clayton Kershaw  - A discussion on...

The end is near! And so is another episode of Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton talk about the lyrical genius that is Phoebe Bridgers. Our hosts dive into the Pasadena-born songwriter's two solo LPs as well as her side projects (boygenius and the Better Oblivion Community Center). Other topics include: - Coltrarobbus musings on the NBA playoffs - The wonder of double-tracking vocals  -...

Sun's up? Uh-huh. It looks okay. Guess that means it's time for Know Your Writes . This week, Robb and Colton think about eternity and the wonder that is Bruce Cockburn's "Wondering Where The Lions Are". Join our hosts as they dissect the lyricism, musicianship, and spiritual depth that is Cockburn's songwriting. Other topics include: - How to properly pronounce Bruce Cockburn's name  - A correcti...

You're gonna get what you deserve: another episode of Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton shadoop shibby dive into the work of supergroup L.S. Dunes. Listen as our hosts unpack what makes this group more than the sum of its parts across both their L.P.s. Other topics include:  - getting kicked out of bands   - how DeFault American got its name - the advent of a new nickname: baby-guy Band...

When you find yourself in times of trouble, Robb and Colton come to you speaking words of wisdom: "It's time for Know Your Writes!" In another Song Spotlight, Robb and Colton take on the classic "Let It Be" by The Beatles. Together, our hosts will unpack every detail that makes this an all-timer while also addressing the band's lasting legacy. Other topics include: - the complexities of Brand New'...

Meet me there in the blue because it's time for  Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton run down the emo-legacy of Sunny Day Real Estate. Our hosts will discuss all four of the Seattle band's LPs as they explore the group's lasting legacy on alternative music. Other topics include: - Sports Talk: The "Jimmy Butler to the Warriors" Edition - How do you know that a song is "finished"?  - An ed...

Hop on your chrome horses, pawn your diamond rings, and grab your Siamese cats  because it's time for Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton switch things up and take a hard look at the all-time classic "Like a Rolling Stone" by the inimitable Bob Dylan. Listen along as our hosts explore what makes this one of the most important songs of all time. Other topics include: - A quick update on th...

Wake up! It's time for Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton are joined by returning guest Max Sabate in a deep dive through the albums of System of a Down. Listen as our three hosts debate, prod, and ponder over the legacy of this Armenian-American prog-metal quartet. Other topics include: - More mayo debates  - Is a good hook the same as good songwriting?   - Fast food habits  - And more!...

What I need is a good defense because it's time for Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton fetch the bolt cutters and dive into the work of the singular Fiona Apple. They'll talk about all five albums in order to see just what makes her one of America's greatest living songwriters. Other topics include: -  More discussion of the last relevant American rock band -  Celebrating the release of...

Things have never been so swell, so you know you  Know Your Writes! Robb and Colton kick off 2025 with the grunge royalty that is Nirvana. Our hosts will discuss the Seattle trio's 3 LPs (along with some bonus tracks) to get to the bottom of the band's genius and lasting legacy. Other topics include: - Salad talk!  - A mini Childish Gambino overview  - Was Nirvana the last relevant American rock b...

The glove compartment is inaccurately named, but Know Your Writes! is right on the money! In another special New Year's episode, Robb and Colton welcome returning guest Alex Periera (Birthday Dad) as the trio breakdown Death Cab for Cutie's Transatlanticism. Other topics include: - Alex, Robb, and Colton's favorite songs of the year  - the origins of "Giraffic Park"   - whether or not Ben Gibbard...

It is the season of the spirit; the message if we hear it is...it's time for  Know Your Writes! It's another special Christmas episode filled joy, giving, and hot takes on Chuck Berry. First, Robb and Colton go head-to-head in their second annual Christmas Song Draft. For their main discussion, our hosts discuss Robb's most treasured piece of holiday media: 1992's The Muppet Christmas Carol . Othe...

Show me the banana! And show me Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton take a look at the operatic, avant pop-stylings of Caroline Polachek! They'll discuss her two LPs to find out what makes this artist's island such a rider. Other topics include: - an elegy for the cassette tape and eight-track - predictions for the Grammys Best Album category  - a visit from a very special guest to introd...

Roll down the window, put down the top, and crank up Know Your Writes , baby! On a very special episode, Robb and Colton take a slight detour from their regular programming to discuss the Dodger's 2024 World Series win. After that, they'll talk about the lyrical mastery and emotional resonance in Kevin Devine's opus, "Brother's Blood". Other topics include: - to be honest, there's like 45 minutes...

It's close to midnight, something evil's lurking in the dark...that's right, it's Know Your Writes! For this (slightly delayed) Halloween special, Robb and Colton brave the hounds of hell and dive into Michael Jackson's legendary Thriller. Along the way, they'll figure out the mysteries of human nature, Toto, and the moonwalk.  Other topics include: - an October baseball special edition of Sports...

It was a beautiful day, the sun beat down, Robb and Colton were talkin'--it must be time for  Know Your Writes! This week, our hosts free fall into three solo albums by the legendary Tom Petty. Other topics include: - the magical predictions of ColtraRobbus - a mini-review of the new Bright Eyes album Five Dice, All Threes -  Tom Petty's influence on alt-country Bands mentioned in this episode: -...

Kick off your flip-flops and grab a cup of matcha, because it's time for  Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton welcome Antelope Valley great Peter McGuire (Thrift Store Troubadours) to the show.  Together, the trio will dive into Passage du Desir , the latest opus from songwriter Sturgill Simpson (billed as Johnny Blue Skies). Other topics include: - a Thrift Store Troubadour world premier...

Rhetoric can't raise the dead, but you know what might? Another episode of  Know Your Writes!   This week, Robb and Colton peer over the edge and dive in to the first four LPs from Irvine, CA's Thrice. Other topics include: - feedback on "The Dear Hunter" episode from a very special source - a mini-Sport Talk! riff on the new NFL kick-off rule - how to define the term "experimental" Bands mentione...

There's been an accident! Calm down, it's still time for  Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton brave black eyes and blackouts (literally) as they wade through the first four albums from Taking Back Sunday. Other topics include:  - Who was the best TBS back-up vocalist?  - Robb making a lot of salad and Kobe references  - Does music from high school still hit the same?  Bands mentioned in t...

Places, people, the stage is set for  Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton fulfill another listener request to explore the mystery and sometimes misleading wonder that is The Dear Hunter. Our hosts will discuss the band's five (and counting) act epic following the titular character's coming-of-age. Other topics include: - narrative vs concept albums  - Colton's tango with the 'vid.  - a no...

Ski mask? Check! Sawn off? Check! New episode of Know Your Writes ? Check, check, check! In a very contentious episode, Robb and Colton fulfill a fan request to discuss ska-stalwarts Streetlight Manifesto. Our hosts will verbally spar over the band's LPs, from Everything Goes Numb to  The Hands That Thieve .  Other topics include: - Robb and Colton's relationship to ska  - How long is  too  long f...