The Paper Shakers

The Paper Shakers Podcast

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Join two guys in a band as they discuss their favorite records... over a few beers!

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45. Christmas Stuff 2025/Our Top 5 Albums of the Year: 1975 15.12.2025 2:08:37

The boys discuss how biopics suck and share their favorite albums of the year 1975. With Shane! Support the show

44. Christmas songs 2024/Our Top 5 Albums of the Year: 1974 16.12.2024 2:20:15

The boys once again count down their top 5 favorite albums released 50 years ago! Also, find out if Nolan can take Frosty in a fight? ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

43. Christmas Songs 2023/Our Top 5 Albums of the Year: 1973 - Featuring Ryan! (Our Drummer) 18.12.2023 2:04:05

The boys are back for the best (and only) episode of the year! They talk Christmas things and try to avoid spoiling each other's top 5 albums of 1973. But they do spoil Breaking Bad (again). ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

42. Christmas Songs 2022/Our Top 5 Albums of the Year: 1972 07.12.2022 2:17:02

It's that time of year again! The boys return for another holiday special in which they discuss favorite songs written for Christmas movies (kinda) and count down their top 5 albums of 1972 (kinda)! *contains Breaking Bad spoilers ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

41. Pinkerton - Weezer 31.01.2022 1:05:21

The boys finally get back to Weezer and decide that maybe they aren't mad at them anymore?? Also, a new, sleeker (easier?) format is introduced. ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

40. Christmas Songs 2021/Get Back/Our Top 5 Albums of the Year: 1971 20.12.2021 1:36:52

The boys take a sabbatical from their hiatus to do an action-packed, combo holiday episode! ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

39. Déjà Vu - Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young 21.06.2021 1:41:04

The boys accidentally celebrate the belated 50th anniversary of CSN(and sometimes Y)'s beloved second album along with the rest of the world. Also, Carol Channing comes up?? ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

38. Freak Out! - The Mothers of Invention 24.05.2021 2:11:05

Rob and Nolan get weird and wild with Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention's debut album. Exactly how much can Nolan take? We'll find out! ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

37. MODERN MUSIC MUNCH - TRAMP STAMPS 03.05.2021 50:42

This week, Rob and Nolan check out a new band that's been the subject of much controversy. Spoiler Alert: We kinda love 'em. Should we love 'em? ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

35. Pet Sounds - The Beach Boys 22.03.2021 2:12:58

Rob and Nolan admire production masterwork by Brian Wilson on his crowning achievement - Pet Sounds. Other pet sounds are also discussed in depth. ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

34. Licensed to Ill - Beastie Boys 08.03.2021 1:56:35

This week, Rob and Nolan discuss the debut album by legendary rap (rock?) trio, The Beastie Boys. It's time to get ill! ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

33. Untitled (Led Zeppelin IV) - Led Zeppelin 22.02.2021 1:55:37

Rob and Nolan dive into the amazing untitled album known to the world as “Led Zeppelin IV”. Also, Greedo’s parting words are discussed. ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

32. In the Aeroplane Over the Sea - Neutral Milk Hotel 08.02.2021 1:50:22

Join Rob and Nolan as the navigate the twisty landscape of Neutral Milk Hotel's 1998 masterpiece. Also, the boys resort to low brow humor when things get a little dark. Can ya blame 'em? ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

30. Dookie - Green Day FEATURING RYAN (Our Drummer) 11.01.2021 2:01:31

Rob and Ryan revert to childhood as Nolan looks on. Also, probably the best pop punk album of all time is discussed in rose-colored detail. ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

29. Our Top 5 Albums of the Year: 1970 28.12.2020 1:19:24

Eager to leave 2020 behind? Join the boys on a journey through 1970 and a whole lotta solo Beatles records. Happy New Year! ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

28. Christmas Songs 2020 14.12.2020 1:12:53

The boys take some time off from discussing albums to talk Christmas songs! What's YOUR favorite? Happy Holidays from all of us at The Paper Shakers! ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

27. Purple Rain - Prince 30.11.2020 1:58:37

This week, the boys delve into the music of the artist formerly known as "The Artist Formerly Known as Prince". Purple Rain just might transcend their mutual distaste for '80s record production! ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

25. Ramones (Self-Titled) - Ramones 02.11.2020 1:49:41

Gabba gabba hey! The boys discuss the album that started punk rock. There are absolutely no doubts or conflicting opinions about that. Also, Rob and Nolan touch on the nuanced world of glue eating and/or sniffing. ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

24. Fall/Halloween Favorites (Featuring BRIWEEKLY) 19.10.2020 1:33:20

This week, Rob and Nolan are joined by their dear friend Brian of the BRIWEEKLY podcast. Together, they discuss their favorite fall and Halloween albums. Also, Nolan takes us on a "dies irae" deep dive. Don't get scared, now! ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

23. More Adventurous - Rilo Kiley 05.10.2020 1:58:54

The boys cover their second album from the early aughts - Rilo Kiley's 2004 indie rock gem, "More Adventurous"! Witness Rob and Nolan make a foolhardy attempt to decipher the lyrics. Spoiler Alert: Nolan passes away! ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

22. At Folsom Prison - Johnny Cash 21.09.2020 2:01:56

This week, the boys make their first leap into the world of LIVE albums with Johnny Cash's masterpiece - At Folsom Prison. Also, Rob and Nolan's curious pop culture blindspots are discussed. ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

20. Nevermind - Nirvana 24.08.2020 2:19:19

This week, the boys discuss an album that defined the "bored generation". The album that changed everything... For us? Also, Little Shop of Horrors is mentioned and Ben Affleck is erroneously derided! ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

19. Odessey and Oracle - The Zombies 10.08.2020 1:59:24

The boys chat about an album that flopped upon initial release, only to become one of the most influential and beloved records of the sixties. Also, Rob and Nolan implore the general public to not touch each other. Ever! ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show

Bonus! Gimme Ten Kisses - The Paper Shakers 03.08.2020 1:38:55

A special treat! This week, the boys take some time out to chat about the first full-length The Paper Shakers released in 2016. Containing some of their proudest moments as songwriters and a batch of effective cover songs, Gimme Ten Kisses makes for decent listening (in our opinion)! Listen to the album here: https://thepapershakers.bandcamp.com/album/gimme-ten-kisses SOCIALize on Facebook or Ins...

18. Rumours - Fleetwood Mac 20.07.2020 1:57:37

The boys sit down to discuss Fleetwood Mac's landmark album from 1977 and it still sounds fresh. Also, Rob and Nolan try to figure out what the band's X factor is.. With some success! ENJOY music on Bandcamp SOCIALize on Facebook or Instagram Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thepapershakers) Support the show