Monthly Archives: June 2021

Here’s yet another band that I probably should’ve known about around 15 years ago. This is a really cool album and I’m looking forward to exploring their live catalog.

I came across these guys by accident, while reading some random Reddit thread. They are basically the metal band equivalent to my favorite podcast, Hardcore History. Each of Sabaton’s warfare-themed albums recounts gritty stories from one of humanity’s greatest conflicts. This one is about various parts of World War One, the birthplace of industrial warfareContinue reading “#407 – The Great War by Sabaton”

This is a great solo acoustic guitar album by someone who seems to have been heavily influenced by the likes of Michael Hedges. Very mellow and enjoyable, and the perfect temporary escape from these trying times.

Damn, almost forgot to post another one. I thought I was past this shit. Sigh.

This week I’m working on one of the most prestigious live events of my very underwhelming audio career: a middle school graduation ceremony for an exclusive private school. It’s at least as well-run and entertaining as a great many random award shows and live events that I’ve worked on. Anyway, the music teacher that isContinue reading “#404 – Finding Flora by Lisa Parade”

When the son of the legendary Eddie Van Halen puts out his band’s first album, it seems like a solid choice for the daily selection. How bad can it be? Not too bad at all, it turns out.

I was reminded today of the legendary Steve Howe’s role in my guitar journey. It was the combination of a few concert experiences that led me to take up the guitar at the age of 17, and I can’t imagine what my life would be without it. Yes has always been a mind-blowing band toContinue reading “#402 – Relayer by Yes”

These guys were in a playlist called Psych, but I feel like they’re more of a post-punk/alt-grunge band. Either way, they have capitalized on a surefire tactic for getting people to listen to your album. Putting some bare breasts on your album cover will not only get more random listens, but also more young maleContinue reading “#401 – Sidewalk by Frankie and the Witch Fingers”

Since today’s selection is such a big milestone for this blog, I decided that it should be something that reflects what my listening habits have been like throughout the pandemic. No matter the genre of the daily selection, my days have always included a healthy dose of jammy, hippie shit. And before the real deadheadsContinue reading “#400 – Spring 1990: So Glad You Made It by Grateful Dead”

It felt like a good day for some metal, and though these guys are not exactly my cup of tea, they definitely have some solid material. Makes me want to crank up a high-gain amp and thrash around for a while.