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The Toadies have been a Texas music staple ever since the hit the scene in 1989, with their unique mix of alternative rock with a Southern twist. They broke through to the masses with 1994’s ‘Rubberneck’, thanks to hits like ‘I Come From The Water’, ‘Tyler’, ‘Away’, Mr. Love’ and ‘Possum Kingdom’. Now the group are hitting the road for that album’s 25th anniversary. In addition to the new tour, th...

L.A. alternative rock trio Failure have always blazed their own unique musical path, a mix of melody and dissonance that has garnered them a devoted cult following thanks to albums like  Fantastic Planet  and  The Heart is A Monster . The space rockers have had a busy 2018,  releasing three EP’s  and their new full-length album  In The Future Your Body Will Be The Furthest Thing From Your Mind  (o...

When Monster Magnet frontman/songwriter Dave Wyndorf was stuck in pandemic lockdown, he decided the best thing to do was keep busy, and he and his bandmates holed up in the studio and got to work on a new album. Monster Magnet have always stuck out like a sore thumb in the musical landscape in the most beautiful way, from their 1991 debut ‘Spine of God’, to seismic releases like 1995’s ‘Dopes to I...

In this episode, I’m joined by  Paul Leary , guitarist, producer, and founding member of  legendary Texas alt-rockers the  Butthole Surfers , to discuss the long-awaited release of the band’s “lost” album,  After the Astronaut . Originally recorded in the late ’90s as the follow-up to  Electric Larryland  and the hit single “Pepper,” the album was shelved by Capitol Records after the label pushed...

Legendary guitarist and vocalist Daniel Ash (Bauhaus, Love and Rockets) talks about his new band Ashes and Diamonds and their debut album Ashes and Diamonds Are Forever . Hear about the making of their first single “On A Rocka” , the band’s unique chemistry, his signature guitar sounds, and a peek behind the scenes of creating music during lockdown. And stick around after the interview to hear the...

30 years since The Cranberries released their breakthrough album, No Need to Argue , a record that brought sharper emotional and political depth to the raw intimacy of their debut, and cemented vocalist Dolores O'Riordan as a 90's rock icon. To celebrate its 30th anniversary, a special expanded edition features CHVRCHES remixes, a rare demo of “Zombie,” and recordings from Woodstock ’94. In this e...

Guest: Paul Humphreys, co-founder of Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) In this episode, I’m joined by Paul Humphreys of OMD to discuss the musical duo's return to U.S. stages in 2025, their recent standout performance at Cruel World Festival , and the continuing creative evolution of one of synth-pop’s most influential acts. Paul reflects on the critical and commercial success of Bauhaus...

Today, I’m joined by the legendary David J Haskins of the iconic post-punk bands Bauhaus and Love and Rockets. He’s here to talk about two powerful, intertwined new releases: a poetry collection titled Rhapsody, Threnody & Prayer and a companion album, The Mother Tree —his most personal work to date, created in tribute to his late mother. We discuss memory, grief, creativity, his upcoming tour...

Today, we’re talking with legendary drummer Dale Crover, best known for his work with The Melvins. Their unique blend of metal, punk, and experimental music helped shape the Grunge sound. In addition to The Melvins, Crover has worked with bands like Acid King, Altamont, Redd Kross, and most notably, Nirvana. Rolling Stone even named him the 69th greatest drummer of all time. But Dale Crover is mor...

On this week's episode, I interview Dave Trumfio, the songwriter and vocalist for synth-pop duo the Pulsars. The Chicago-based Pulsars, which also featured Trumfio's brother and multi-instrumentalist Harry Trumfio,  were one of the first bands to bring back an 80s retro sound on their 1997 self-titled debut album, years before the post-punk revival of the early 2000s, when bands like The K...

The Sisters of Mercy are one of the most iconic Goth groups of all time. Despite not releasing an album since 1990's 'Vision Thing,' they retain a devoted fanbase, as evidenced by the rapturous acclaim of their 2023 North American tour, which saw them play hits like 'This Corrosion' along with deep cuts, and new material. And now the band are preparing to return to the U.S. and...

Join us for a special episode as we delve into the legacy of musical icon Michael Hutchence, whose career with INXS skyrocketed in the 80s. Beloved for his mystique and distinctive vocals, Hutchence left a lasting impact on millions despite his untimely passing in 1997. Now, producer Danny Saber (U2, Madonna, David Bowie) brings Hutchence's unfinished demos to life with the release of 'One...

Just in time for spooky season, Jack Sommerby and I list our picks of the 17 best horror films of all time, from the most iconic to to the slightly obscure. We're covering slashers, body-horror, sci-fi horror and more. So take a listen and see if you agree with our choices, and tell us your favorites in the comments.

Prong are an eternally underrated metal act, but their fervent underground following has fueled them since forming in NYC in 1986. Over 13 albums and revolving lineups, frontman/guitarist Tommy Victor has unleashed his patented brand of working class angst on classic tracks like 'Prove You Wrong', 'For Dear Life', 'Whose Fist Is This Anyway', and their best-known hit, '...

On our latest podcast episode we're doing a genre double-dip when I talk to director Mike Schiff about his informative new documentary, The History of Metal and Horror, which features notable luminaries from the worlds of film and metal discussing why the two genres feel so interlinked. The film is a treasure trove of genre trivia, with Schiff picking the brains of the likes of Rob Zombie, Joh...

Emily Whitehurst first rose to prominence under the alias Agent M, lead vocalist for late 90's/early 00's punk act Tsunami Bomb. After leaving the group in 2005, Whitehurst would go on to form indie-electronic project Survival Guide alongside guitarist Jaycen McKissick, but she's been the sole creative force behind the project since McKissick's departure in 2015. Whitehurst/Surviva...

Last week lovers of intense cinema were saddened by the passing of director William Friedkin, who died on August 7 at the age of 87. Friedkin was a true force of nature, an uncompromising director known primarily for two of the greatest films of the 1970's (and of all time): hardboiled crime drama 'The French Connection' (starring Gene Hackman) and 'The Exorcist', one of the mo...

Royal Thunder are back with Rebuilding The Mountain , their first album in 5 years, out June 16th via Spinefarm . Like past efforts including Wick and Crooked Doors , it sees the group continue their unique marriage of classic rock and 90’s alternative with a contemporary edge. It also marks the return of drummer Evan DiPrima, who left the group in 2018. It’s also one of their most direct and imme...

The Church have been brewing up their unique blend of psychedelia, post-punk, alternative and prog-rock ever since they formed in 1980. Over four decades, various lineup changes and 26 studio albums, their prolific streak has brought them an adoring cult following on albums including (to name but a few) The Blurred Crusade, Heyday, Starfish, Priest=Aura and Man Woman Life Death Infinity , (and the...

30 years ago this week, U2 released Achtung Baby , the 1991 opus that helped them roar back to relevance after being sidelined by the commercial and critical disappointment of their 1998 documentary and album Rattle and Hum . Click here for the best albums of 1991 Produced by Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois, Achtung Baby saw the Irish outfit refresh their sound with the emerging alternative flavors of...

As the guitarist/multi-instrumentalist and songwriter for The Cocteau Twins, Robin Guthrie's unique sonic palette helped spearhead and popularize the dream pop sub-genre, with songs that emerged like hazy daydreams through his unique combination of melody and his focused use of effects on albums like 'Treasure', 'Blue Bell Knoll' and 'Heaven or Las Vegas.' During that time, Guthrie also did extens...

September 24th marks a sacred date for Gen Xers: Nirvana's 1991 grunge masterpiece 'Nevermind' celebrates its (get ready to feel old) 30th anniversary! Yes, that's right, the album that was the soundtrack to your 90's life is now 3-decades old, and in its honor, co-host Chris Logan and I celebrate why it still packs a punch. In this episode, we discuss what it was like hearing 'Nevermind' for the...

On today’s episode I speak to Trevor Dunn, the bassist and multi-instrumentalist best known for his work in the experimental rock group Mr. Bungle, as well as Tomahawk (who released their latest album ‘Tonic Immobility’ in March), Fantomas, The Melvins, Mad Love, and Nels Cline amongst many other projects. Dunn is back with “merdeka atau mati” the debut album from SpermChurch, his new project whic...

On today’s podcast episode I’ll be speaking to Steve Kilbey, best known as the vocalist, bassist, and primary songwriter for veteran Australian alternative psych group The Church. With The Church, Kilbey has generated a whopping 25 studio albums since their formation, beginning with 1981’s Of Skins and Heart. The band are most notable in pop culture for their hit single Under The Milky Way off the...

Wayne Hussey is goth-rock royalty. Between his tenure as guitarist in The Sisters of Mercy to founding the The Mission UK, the frontman/guitarist has created some of the most iconic and evocative work in the genre...and beyond.  Never content to rest on his laurels, Hussey remains a creative force, as evidenced on The Mission's 2016 epic 'Another Fall From Grace.' And now he's lending his mus...