The Notes McGotes Podcast

Today, the guys bring in a friend of the pod and family friend of Steve's, Noah Crossno, to break down the voluptuous sound and hair of Coheed and Cambria. -------------------- Music used throughout the show created by Jair Driesenga Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. Logo was created by Grand Rapids comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon: TikTok/Twitter/Instagram:...

Today, the guys are finally breaking down an album that they probably should have done earlier in this show. But it's here now. We talk about crazy ex-girlfriends and you may even hear Brandon's dog in the background. He has FOMO. -------------------- Music used throughout the show created by Jair Driesenga Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. Logo was created by...

Today, the guys talk with Chicago area filmmaker, funeral worker, and aspiring professional wrestler, Wade Simmons to talk about this very exciting album from Kanye West.  -------------------- Music used throughout the show created by Jair Driesenga Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. Logo was created by Grand Rapids comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon: TikT...

Today, the guys took a deep dive into an artist that was brought to us by someone we want to get as a guest, but it just has not worked out schedule wise yet. But when they brought us this artist, we knew we wanted to talk about them.  -------------------- Music used throughout the show created by Jair Driesenga Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. Logo was c...

There is no better time to do our FIRST Queen review, than when we bring in our friend, fellow podcaster, and comedian Darius Stowers. This is Darius' third appearance on the show and he is always a fan favorite. Go check out his podcast "The Jungle Is Hell Podcast" wherever you listen to ours! -------------------- Music used throughout the show created by Jair Driesenga Follow him @brotherjair on...

Today, the guys break down an album that Steve really wanted to do and hopes that Brandon becomes a fan. Did Steve succeed? Listen to find out! -------------------- Music used throughout the show created by Jair Driesenga Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. Logo was created by Grand Rapids comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon: TikTok/Twitter/Instagram: @brandonalb...

Today, the guys talk with Kalamazoo area comedian Derek Lee Feltner about an album that means something to him. What were the reasons for him choosing to talk about this album? Listen to find out. You can find Derek at the following: Bandcamp - derekleefeltner.bandcamp.com Twitter - derek_feltner YouTube - Derek Feltner -------------------- Music used throughout the show created by Jair Driesenga...

Today, the guys are IN STUDIO together talking an album that Steve wanted to talk about. Coming off of "Clean Week" we needed an album like this. ------------------- Music used throughout the show created by Jair Driesenga Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. Logo was created by Grand Rapids comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon: TikTok/Twitter/Instagram: @brandonal...

Today, the guys finish off "Clean Week" by talking about their Top 5 tracks from the 2022 Kids Bop album. There are 40+ tracks on this thing, so they had no choice but to do a Top 5, because a regular episode would just be too difficult. And they do not like difficult. -------------------- Music used throughout the show created by Jair Driesenga Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Band...

Today, the guys start "Clean Week" by breaking down a group and their 2019 album that has received international recognition. This episode is 100% family friendly, so please, enjoy with your kiddos! -------------------- Music used throughout the show created by Jair Driesenga Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. Logo was created by Grand Rapids comedian Carl Sobel...

Today is kind of a longer episode, as we break down the top 5 concerts that the guys want to go to, but have not had the chance to yet. They also take the time to talk about how they got to this point of being friends and recording this podcast. -------------------- Music used throughout the show created by Jair Driesenga Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. Logo...

Today, Brandon brought Steve the newest album by a band that he is trying so incredibly hard to change the mind of. Did it work?  -------------------- Music used throughout the show created by Jair Driesenga Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. Logo was created by Grand Rapids comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon: TikTok/Twitter/Instagram: @brandonalberda and...

Today, the guys bring on friend of the pod Kaitlin, to talk about an album that really means a lot to her. We talk about all things Weezer, and look forward to having you listen in. -------------------- Music used throughout the show created by Jair Driesenga Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. Logo was created by Grand Rapids comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon:...

Today, the guys are talking about an amazing guitar player, who decided to bring us back to the 1980's with his newest album release.  -------------------- 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: TikTok/Twitter/Instag...

Today, the guys were given the suggestion and decided to dive in to their top 5 WORST radio edits. What songs did they choose? What songs would you add to the list? -------------------- Music used throughout the show created by Jair Driesenga Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. Logo was created by Grand Rapids comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon: TikTok/Twit...

Today, the guys break down a mixtape/album from an Australian rapper who is making waves in the music industry. Please note: It wasn't realized until after we recorded, that Steve and Brandon listened to different versions of this album. Steve listened to the original and Brandon listened to the "F*ck Love (Savage)" version. Check out both albums as they have a couple of different tracks in them....

Today, the guys take another deep dive into NSYNC and their sophomore album, No Strings Attached, with special guest, Natalie Crossno. What do the guys think about this album, compared to their dive into the band's Christmas album during the 2020 12 Pods of Christmas? Take a listen and find out! -------------------- Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on...

Happy 4/20 and welcome to a BONUS episode! Today, the guys talk with the man behind ALL of The Notes McGotes Podcast music and theme songs, Jair Driesenga. Jair brought us an album that really brings this day together, especially with the first track! We break down the album, but also talk about today and all of the fun facts that surround it.  -------------------- Theme song and W.A.N.G them...

Today, the guys go down the country route to bring you a review of the debut album of a 2022 Grammy award winner! We talk about Whiskey, Outlaws, and Justin Timberlake?  -------------------- Music used throughout the show created by Jair Driesenga Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, and Youtube. Logo was created by Grand Rapids comedian Carl Sobel. Follow Brandon: TikTok...

Happy Friday!! Today, the guys bring in Kendra Beltran, a freelance writer and host of the podcast Crushgasm. Kendra is a huge fan of Backstreet Boys and wanted to come on and take a deep dive into this album.  To find Kendra and her work, go to CrushgasmPodcast.com ------------------- Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Band...

Today, the guys are breaking down an album that was nominated for a handful of GRAMMY's and the guys thought it would be a good idea to dive deep into each of the "Album of Year" nominees throughout the year. This is a brand new listen for both Steve and Brandon. What are their thoughts on this one? Also, listen to the end of the episode for how you can win some FREE merchandise! -----------------...

Today, the guys talk with Australian radio host and podcaster, Lance Foxx, who wanted to come on and talk about all thing Matchbox 20. Check out both of Lance's podcasts, Foxxie Friday’s and Caught Offside. You can find them on all major podcast platforms.  -------------------- Theme song and W.A.N.G theme created by Jair Driesenga. Follow him @brotherjair on Instagram, Facebook, Bandcamp, an...

Today, the guys take a dive into an album that was one of Steve's favorites (clearly). What do you think Brandon thinks of this one? Take a listen and find out! -------------------- 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:...

Happy Grammy Night! Tonight, the guys watched the first chunk of the award ceremony and reacted to what we were seeing at the 2022 Grammy Awards. Tonight will determine who gets the Napster tattoo!  -------------------- 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...

Today, the guys were asked to talk about an album from an artist that really did not set well with them the first time. But of course, because this album was the guests choice, they dove in! Do you think they appreciated this one more than Certified Lover Boy (Episode 88)? They were also joined by Grand Rapids area comedian Brianna Blackburn. Brianna will be shooting her comedy special on April 28...