Scratch a Track: Music Review and Commentary Podcast

Today we Scratch the self-titled 2014 album from St. Vincent. With lush production and unique instrumentation, this Grammy-winning album made us immediate fans of St. Vincent. Even though it's not her debut, is this the album to start with? How does it stack up to the rest of her work? What track is your favorite, and what track would you scratch if you had to? Let us know in the comments bel...

Today we give our First Impressions of the new album by Annie Clark, aka St. Vincent, Daddy's Home. Is it too early to call it Album Of The Year? Could she have used more sitar? How does it stack up to her other albums? Let us know what you think in the comments below. 0:00 - Who's Your Daddy? 1:10 - It's Pretty Badass 2:28 - What We Knew Going In 3:50 - Annie Clark and Jack Antonof...

Today we talk about our First Impressions of The Black Keys' new album, Delta Kream. It's a collection of blues covers that pays tribute to the band's major influences. Did they do the blues justice? Was it disappointing not to hear more original material? How does this stack up to their other albums? Let us know what you think in the comments below. 0:00 - Sharps & Flats 0:50 -...

Elliot Smith's Figure 8 was a landmark album, with Smith exploring new sonic landscapes and lush instrumentation. It's one of our absolute favorites, a stunning record from front to back, which makes it incredibly hard to scratch. What track would you scratch, if you had to? Which track is your favorite? How does it stack up to Smith's other work? Let us know in the comments! THE AR...

Today we listen to an album that has had tons of buzz this past year, Punisher by Phoebe Bridgers. We give our initial thoughts about her songwriting, production, and the Elliot Smith connection. What do you think of this album? Are you a Phoebe fan, or just finding her for the first time like us? Let us know in the comments! Links: https://twitter.com/scratchatrack ​ https://www.youtube.com/chann...

From Tom Morello’s incredible riffs to Zach De La Rocha’s incendiary lyrics, RATM’s second album is one of our absolute favorites. How do you think it stacks up to the rest of the band’s work? Which track would you Scratch, if you had to? Links: https://twitter.com/scratchatrack https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1y5SBLxt4V187J6CKGswgA/ https://www.facebook.com/Scratch-A-Track-100105891679603/ http...

Today we listen to Deftones' groundbreaking album White Pony for the very first time. Released in the year 2000, some would lump it in with nu-metal, while their passionate fans would argue there's more going on beneath the surface. We'd love to hear your thoughts, whether you've been listening to the band for the last 20+ years or you're just starting, like us.  Links: ht...

Today we're reviewing and discussing De-Loused in the Comatorium by The Mars Volta.  Fresh off the collapse of At The Drive-In, the band connected with Rick Rubin to release this singular album. Their beautiful, chaotic sound immediately struck us the first time we heard it. Is this your favorite Mars Volta album? What's your favorite track, and which one would you scratch if you had to?...

Today we discuss the new vinyl box set from The Mars Volta, "La Realidad de los Suenos." While we love the band, dropping $500 on a box set is a tough call. Will you buy the set, or have you already? Let us know why in the comments. Links: https://twitter.com/scratchatrack https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1y5SBLxt4V187J6CKGswgA/ https://www.facebook.com/Scratch-A-Track-100105891679603/...

Today we review and discuss American Dream by LCD Soundsystem. While Sound of Silver is a party album, this album is more contemplative and mature, although with no less bangers. What track would you scratch if you had to, and what's your favorite track? Let us know in the comments below. THE BAND & THE ALBUM 0:00 - The Long Goodbye 3:27 - The Ice Cream Truck 4:23 - The Recording Process...

In each episode we will be discussing the history of the album, each track, and ultimately which track on the album we would scratch off. For more information please follow us on twitter as well as our YouTube Channel.  There you will be able to take part in polls, suggest albums, and let us know what track you would scratch. Happy Scratching!! Links: https://twitter.com/scratchatrack https://www....

Today's album is an underrated, rowdy garage rock release from the Georgia band Black Lips. We're enthusiastic about this band, so if you haven't listened to them, what are you waiting for? Give them a spin. And if you already love them like we do, let us know your scratch (and your favorite song) in the comments. Links: https://twitter.com/scratchatrack https://www.youtube.com/chan...

Today we dig into Boogie Nights, the second film by Paul Thomas Anderson. The iconic soundtrack is one of our favorites, and PTA uses it in clever ways to convey the mood and era of the film. Which song do you think made the movie? Let us know in the comments below. Links: https://twitter.com/scratchatrack https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1y5SBLxt4V187J6CKGswgA/ https://www.facebook.com/Scratch-A...

In each episode we will be discussing the history of the album, each track, and ultimately which track on the album we would scratch off. For more information please follow us on twitter as well as our YouTube Channel.  There you will be able to take part in polls, suggest albums, and let us know what track you would scratch. Happy Scratching!! Links: https://twitter.com/scratchatrack https://www....

This week, we dig into the storied history behind The Mighty Quinn, first written by Bob Dylan during The Basement Sessions, but buried by history until it was made popular by Manfred Mann. Let us know which version you prefer in the comments below. Links: https://twitter.com/scratchatrack https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1y5SBLxt4V187J6CKGswgA/ https://www.facebook.com/Scratch-A-Track-1001058916...

Today we Scratch the landmark 6th album from Jay-Z, The Blueprint. With production from Kanye West, Timbaland, Just Blaze, Bink, Trackmasters, and Eminem, this album was incredibly influential and remains one of the greatest rap releases of all time. Tell us what track you'd scratch, and what song you could never scratch, in the comments. Links: https://twitter.com/scratchatrack https://www.y...

In each episode we will be discussing the history of the album, each track, and ultimately which track on the album we would scratch off. For more information please follow us on twitter as well as our YouTube Channel.  There you will be able to take part in polls, suggest albums, and let us know what track you would scratch. Happy Scratching!! Links: https://twitter.com/scratchatrack https://www....

Today we review and discuss Kid A, the legendary 4th album left turn from Radiohead that saw the British rockers throwing away their guitars and picking up pianos and synthesizers. We know, it's a masterpiece. This one hurts to Scratch. But we've never let that stop us before. Let us know your Scratch in the comments, if you dare. Links: https://twitter.com/scratchatrack https://www.yout...

Today we compare Just to Ju$t. The first song, by Radiohead, was a hit song off The Bends with an iconic music video. The Run The Jewels song is off their latest album, RTJ4, and features Zack De La Rocha and Pharrell Williams. Which song of the same name do you prefer? Let us know in the comments. Links: https://twitter.com/scratchatrack https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1y5SBLxt4V187J6CKGswgA/ h...

This week, we review and discuss The Moon and Antarctica, one of our favorite albums from Modest Mouse. Isaac Brock & Co. polish their expansive sound, but don't sell out on their major label debut. Is this your favorite Modest Mouse album? What track would you scratch, if you had to? Let us know in the comments. Links: https://twitter.com/scratchatrack ​ https://www.youtube.com/channel/U...

Today we discuss Dead Souls, both the post-punk original by Joy Division, and the industrial cover version Nine Inch Nails recorded for The Crow motion picture soundtrack. Let us know which version you prefer in the comments. Links: https://twitter.com/scratchatrack https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1y5SBLxt4V187J6CKGswgA/ https://www.facebook.com/Scratch-A-Track-100105891679603/ https://www.insta...

This week, we review and discuss one of our favorite bands and scratch Disco Volante, the second album from avant-garde experimental rockers Mr. Bungle. We discuss the evolution from this album to their masterpiece, California, and do a deep dive into the band's wild soundscapes. How does it rank within their discography? What track would you Scratch, if you had to? Let us know in the comment...

In each episode we will be discussing the history of the album, each track, and ultimately which track on the album we would scratch off. For more information please follow us on twitter as well as our YouTube Channel.  There you will be able to take part in polls, suggest albums, and let us know what track you would scratch. Happy Scratching!! Links: https://twitter.com/scratchatrack https://www....

Today we review and discuss Physical Graffiti, the classic double album from British blues rockers Led Zeppelin. It is, quite possibly, our favorite Zeppelin album, and that's a crowded field to start with. Let us know what song you would scratch and what song you could never scratch in the comments! Links: https://twitter.com/scratchatrack https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1y5SBLxt4V187J6CKG...