Riff Revolution

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Episode 26 dives headfirst into the monster that is Boston’s self-titled 1976 debut — an album where every single track ended up on the radio, and for damn good reason. I’m joined by my co-host and super-cool mother-in-law, Miss Robin, as we break down these iconic songs before rolling into the funniest part of the whole episode: staff picks. After that, I thank my guest and swing straight into th...

Alright, on this weeks episode my featured album ushered in the Grunge movement in full effect. Released in September of 1991 this is the album that changed rock n roll forever. Following my featured album I will move directly into the always fun and interesting staff picks. Following that since I have previously covered the year that was 1991 I will move directly into my closing and call to actio...

OK folks, in this weeks episode I am taking you on a "trip" back to 1967 as my album of the week will be the debut album from The Doors released in January of 1967. This entire episode is gonna feel like an acid trip and I have structured it exactly that way. Following the featured album of the week we will go into the always fun and interesting staff picks. And since I have always covered the yea...

On today's episode I am presenting Canadian rockers Nickelback and their 5th studio album All the Right Reasons released in October of 2005. This one just made it in under the wire and Im excited to present this rocking album to you. Following my featured album I will be moving into my favorite part of the show staff picks. After that I will feature the year that was 2005. Then I will move directl...

On this episode, I finally bring one of the greatest debut albums in rock history to the table — Led Zeppelin I, released in January 1969 by one of the most powerful bands ever to hit a stage. This one has been on my radar since day one, and it’s an honor to break down a record that rewrote the rules for blues-rock. After the featured album, we jump straight into my favorite part of the show: staf...

Episode 21 takes us straight into the swamp-rock soul of Creedence Clearwater Revival with their fourth studio album Willie & the Poor Boys, dropped in November of 1969. This is Fogerty and the boys firing on all cylinders, delivering that uniquely American sound that only CCR could pull off. After breaking down this timeless record, we’ll roll into my favorite part of the show — staff picks — bef...

In episode #20, my good friend Dave Ramsey joins me to co-host, and let me tell you — this one is a blast. We kicked things off with a few libations before and during the show, so expect a few laughs along the way while we keep it mostly on track. After our featured album, we’ll get into my favorite part of the show, staff picks, before diving into the year that was 1987. So hop in the way back ma...

In episode #19, I’m featuring Jim Croce and his 1972 album You Don’t Mess Around With Jim. This record is full of somber, heartfelt storytelling that hits you right in the emotions, blending sadness and reflection with Croce’s signature storytelling style. After diving into this moving album, we’ll move into my favorite part of the show, staff picks, before taking a look back at the year that was...

In episode #18, I’m featuring TOOL and their groundbreaking 1996 album Aenima. TOOL isn’t just music — it’s the thinking man’s rock, packed with complex rhythms, unusual time signatures, and lyrics that make you stop and really think. After exploring this intricate and intense album, we’ll move into my favorite part of the show, staff picks, before taking a look back at the year that was 1996. So...

In episode #17, I’m diving into the debut album from one of Nu-metal’s kings, Korn, released in 1994. This self-titled record changed the game, dropping right as hair metal was dying and grunge was exploding, carving out a whole new sound and energy in rock. After breaking down this groundbreaking album, we’ll move into my favorite part of the show, staff picks, before taking a look at the year th...

On this weeks podcast we will be featuring a probably obscure album by a band from Manchester UK. The Stone Roses debut album. Great alternative band and album which paved the way for bigger bands from the UK like Oasis. Following that I will do my staff picks which are always fun and a bit of a grab bag of goodies. Then we will wrap it up with the year that was 1989. Thanks for joining me on this...

Episode 16 takes us back to where the fuse was lit—Van Halen’s earth-shaking debut, the one and only Van Halen I. It changed what rock ’n’ roll could sound like forever. After breaking down this truly perfect front-to-back album, we roll straight into my favorite part of the show: staff picks. Then we’ll wrap it up with a look at the year that was 1978. So sit back in the way back machine and let...

Alright, this week we’re cranking it all the way up with Rage Against the Machine’s debut album—the one that kicked down the door in ’92 and never asked permission. It’s raw, it’s pissed off, and it still hits like a punch in the face today. This is the soundtrack of a generation that didn’t trust the system and sure as hell wasn’t gonna play nice. After that, hang tight for Staff Picks—because yo...

Episode 14 is all about Depeche Mode’s seventh studio album, and in my opinion, this one’s in their top two—dark, moody, and absolutely flawless. I’ve got my part-time co-host Princess Amy riding shotgun with me as we tear into this record and what makes it so damn good. After that, we’ll roll into my favorite part of the show, the always unpredictable staff picks, and then close it out with a div...

Episode 13 features the debut album from The Stone Roses, simply titled The Stone Roses, released in May of 1989. It’s a deep dive into one of the most influential alternative albums of its time — moody, melodic, and undeniably cool. After that, we’ll jump into my favorite part of the show, the always fun and unpredictable Staff Picks. Then we’ll roll into The Year That Was 1989 before wrapping th...

Episode 12 marks the first of many Beatles albums I’ll be diving into, starting with their 1963 debut — the record that gave the world its very first taste of Beatlemania. This is where it all began, raw and full of that early fire that changed music forever. After we break it down, I’ll roll into my favorite part of the show — the staff picks — before taking you on a ride through the year that wa...

Alright all you headbangers and metalheads its finally here, Metallica. On today's episode we are featuring Metallica's debut album Kill 'Em All released in July of 1983. This was a warning shot across the bow of the world that metal as we knew it was changing. So, sit back, relax or bang your head right along with the tracks I have featured for todays episode. After that we will have staff pics,...

Episode 10 takes us into one of the greatest debuts of all time—Ten by Pearl Jam, a flawless album that set the tone for the entire grunge era. Princess Amy and I dig into this masterpiece before rolling into my favorite part of the show: staff picks. We’ll close things out by looking back at the unforgettable year that was 1991 and then wrap this sucker up.

On this weeks episode we dive deep into what both me and my co-host Princess Amy consider a perfect album. From back to front there is not a bad song on it. Released in August of 1991 right when Grunge exploded. So, put on your flannel and ripped jeans and lumberjack boots and sit back and relive the memories of 1991 with us. Following our featured album we will be doing (my favorite) part of the...

On todays featured album I bring you New York's own Beastie Boys with their smash debut out of the gate hit License to Ill. Stick around afterwards where I will do some staff picks, followed by the year that was 1986.

Episode 8 takes us into the 2000s with The Killers’ explosive debut album Hot Fuss, the record that gave us anthems still blasting from speakers today. After that deep dive, stick around for some always eclectic Staff Picks that’ll keep you guessing. We’ll wrap it all up with The Year That Was 2004, a trip back to a wild and defining moment in music and culture.

Episode 7 brings something special — I’m joined by my co-host and wife, Princess Amy, as we dig into Alanis Morissette’s juggernaut debut album Jagged Little Pill. This record didn’t just hit the charts; it defined the sound and attitude of 1995. After our deep dive, we’ll roll into the always-eclectic Staff Picks, and then wrap it up with The Year That Was 1995. A powerhouse album, killer picks,...

Episode 6 dives headfirst into punk rock history with the Ramones’ explosive debut album — the record that lit the fuse for an entire movement. After tearing through this landmark release, we roll into everyone’s favorite segment, Staff Picks, where you never know what surprises are coming. Finally, we wrap it all up with The Year That Was 1976, putting the album in its full cultural context. Punk...

NOTE: I screwed up on the original drop today. And it was bugging me so much I just had to go back and fix it. I accidentally left a 2 minute gap right in the middle of the episode. So, I tightened it up and put it back out as RE-Redux (Yep, I had to redo it once before due to Spotify guidelines). My bad, still learning. So, this is a RE-Redux. This episode is a step away from the traditional form...