The Notes McGotes Podcast

Happy New Year and welcome to 2022! Today, the guys start the year by talking about the newest duo to hit the music scene.  -------------------- Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. The logo for the pod was created by Grand Rapids area comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon’s comedy: TikTok/Twitter/Instagra...

Today, for the final episode of 2021, the guys break down the goals they set this time last year, they talk about different analytic milestones, and set goals for 2022. Brandon and Steve want to thank each and every one of you who listen faithfully each and every week. This podcast wouldn't be what it is without you. We look forward to 2022, and cannot wait for you to join us. --------------------...

Mery Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone! Today, as the guys end the 2nd annual 12 Pods of Christmas, they brought in some friends to celebrate and talk about this iconic mid-90's album.  You can find The Jungle Is Hell Podcast on all major podcasting platforms, as well as Instagram and Facebook. -------------------- Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brothe...

Today, the guys are diving into Sunday Night Football and Nashville sweetheart Carrie Underwood's newest Christmas album that dropped in 2020. With this being Steve's pick, what do you think the guys think of it?  -------------------- Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. The logo for the pod was created...

Today, the guys are nearing the end of the 12 Pods and realized that they hadn't done an exclusively Christian band up to this point. So Brandon found one that brought back a fun memory for him, and they made it happen. -------------------- Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. The logo for the pod was created...

Today, the guys head into the final week of the 2nd annual 12 Pods of Christmas and dive deep into the internet sensation that is Postmodern Jukebox. -------------------- Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. The logo for the pod was created by Grand Rapids area comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon’s comedy: Ti...

Today, the guys break down an album from a Christian punk rock band who, apparently, likes to have play on word titles for album names. -------------------- Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. The logo for the pod was created by Grand Rapids area comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon’s comedy: TikTok/Twitter/I...

Today, the guys are about halfway through the 2nd annual 12 Pods of Christmas and they are getting fabulous today! This was another one of those albums where Steve was not expecting Brandon to pick it, but Brandon was all for this one, just to see Steve's reaction to it.  -------------------- Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Faceboo...

Today, the guys break down the Christmas album that was just a random option thrown together by Steve. What do you think they think about this album by CeeLo? ------------------ Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. The logo for the pod was created by Grand Rapids area comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon’s com...

Today, the guys break down the NEW Christmas album by Ms. K.C. What do you think the guys thought about this one? As always: Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. The logo for the pod was created by Grand Rapids area comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon’s comedy: TikTok/Twitter/Instagram: @brandonalberda Facebo...

Today, the guys took a shot "Into the Unknown" hoping that it was going to be "Popular." Turns out we just needed to "Let it Go" and rewind 535,600 minutes.  As always: Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. The logo for the pod was created by Grand Rapids area comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon’s comedy:...

Today, the guys break down this one of a kind album and also talk about peppermint sticks and hot cocoa.  As always: Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. The logo for the pod was created by Grand Rapids area comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon’s comedy: TikTok/Twitter/Instagram: @brandonalberda Facebook:...

Today is Day 2 of the 2nd Annual 12 Pods of Christmas and the guys are breaking down this quick and easy EP by this punk rock band. Have a safe and festive holiday season! As always: Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. The logo for the pod was created by Grand Rapids area comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon’...

Today, the guys begin the 12 Pods of Christmas with something extremely exciting that we hope you'll enjoy listening to, because we had a blast with what you're about to hear.  Steve and Brandon want to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from our families to yours and enjoy the 2nd annual 12 Pods of Christmas. ---------------------- Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by...

Today, as the last "regular season" episode before the 12 Pods of Christmas, the guys are talking about an album that made them both sweat a little bit. Who's idea was this anyway to listen to this album? Listen and find out. As Always: Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. The logo for the pod was created by...

Today, the guys are talking with Grand Rapids area comedian and comedy producer Jon Batch and they take a deep dive into "The Black Album" by Metallica. Do you think Steve will Hulk out, or do think he'll have a decent review of this album? To see a show that Demented Peach Productions puts on, visit their website dementedpeach.com/tickets. They have a show coming up TOMORROW, November 27th at Tru...

Today, the guys bet on 12 different awards that will be given at the 2022 Grammy's. The person with the lowest number of points, will be getting the Napster logo tattoo'd on their body. Here are the awards the guys voted on: Album of the Year Record of the Year Song of the Year Best New Artist Best Rock Album Best Rap Album Best Pop Vocal Album Best Country Album Best Comedy Album Best R&B Alb...

Today, the guys talk about English and TikTok sensation, Punk Rock Factory. Brandon found these guys one day while scrolling on TikTok, and thought it would be a great idea to review one of their albums! This one brings back all of the 80's and 90's TV nostalgia.  As Always: Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Y...

Today, the guys talk with Holland area podcaster and former Christian radio personality Adam McNutt and they break down their Top 5 songs from 1990-1995. What are your favorite songs from those years? You can find Adam's podcast, The Momlennial Podcast, wherever you get your podcasts. As always, Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook,...

Today, the guys celebrate EPISODE 100 by talking about an album they weren't 100% sure they were even going to like for this one. What do you think their reviews are going to be about? Is this something they liked listening to?  As always: Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. The logo for the pod was cre...

Today, you'll hear stories from some of our most fearless individuals in the country. They talk about their time in the United States military and the music (or anything else really) that helped get them through their enlistment and/or deployment.  Steve and Brandon want to thank the following individuals for coming on the podcast to share their stories: David Steves Daniel Dever Joseph "Mong...

Today, the guys talk about this 2021 debut studio album of the album that had a lot of people talking on social media. What do you think the guys think of this one? Listen and find out. As always: Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. The logo for the pod was created by Grand Rapids area comedian Carl Sobel. F...

Today is Fred Durst Friday according to Steve. Because of this, we're taking a deep dive into into this album that graced us with its presence in the late 1990s. As always: Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. The logo for the pod was created by Grand Rapids area comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon’s comedy:...

Today, the guys break down a classic from the golden years of Brandon's high school career.  As always: Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. The logo for the pod was created by Grand Rapids area comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon’s comedy: TikTok/Twitter/Instagram: @brandonalberda Facebook: Brandon Albe...

Today, the guys talk with Grand Rapids area actress Audrey Wierenga and they dive into the Tim Burton classic, The Nightmare Before Christmas. Do you think this movie is a Halloween movie or a Christmas movie? Let us know!  You can find Audrey on her podcast, "And the Award Goes To..." wherever you listen to podcasts, as well as her blog, which can be found at audsblogs.com AS ALWAYS: Theme s...