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WEEZER – Pinkerton (Part 3)

Brandon briefly thinks about writing with structure a skill, then decides, “Eh, screw it,” and just scribbles out a list of thoughts. Brilliant thoughts, obviously. Things covered include Matt Sharp = Jay Bennet. Pinkerton = Vs. Music Videos = Murderers of Rock Stars.

WEEZER – Pinkerton (Part 2)

Greg claims he had a girlfriend in 1997 but the reason nobody ever met her was because she lived 30 minutes away, but seriously, guys, he totally had a girlfriend. Srsly. Don’t worry Greg, I believe you. He also shares some thoughts on Pinkerton, for what it’s worth. Mini-spoiler: He’s still cool with it. Part … Continue reading

WEEZER – Pinkerton (Part 1)

We’re Crate Digging this week, and pulling out Weezer’s sophomore 1996 release, the much beloved and beleaguered Pinkerton. Brandon and his old screenwriting pal, Greg Schmidt, try to figure out which is more accurate – Pinkerton as commercial and critical failure, or beloved masterpiece of the 90s. Brandon’s first up to bat. Part 1 after … Continue reading

DARK DARK DARK – Wild Go (Pts 1-4)

Dark Dark Dark’s Wild Go dialectic featuring contributing writers, Chris Mollica and Julia Barry. Parts 1-4.

DARK DARK DARK – Wild Go (Part 4)

In her final correspondence, Julia pulls out Stravinsky, Radiolab, musically-incited riots, and our overwhelming agreement that Dark Dark Dark only needs one singer – and it’s not the dude. Part 4 after the jump.

DARK DARK DARK – Wild Go (Part 3)

Chris responds to Julia and takes a piss on Panic! at the Disco just for good measure. Tomboy gets a good stare down, as well. Read part 3 of the Wild Go dialectic after the jump.

DARK DARK DARK – Wild Go (Part 2)

Here’s Part 2 of the Dark Dark Dark conversation where Julia just decides to get it all over with in one fell swoop. Pull out the popcorn, folks!

DARK DARK DARK – Wild Go (Part 1)

Ch-ch-ch-ch-ch-changes! Switching it up here at AudioVole. We’re gonna start posting each leg of the conversation as it happens so you can get in and get out quicker and don’t have to wait ’til Friday to get to the good stuff. Also, this is the first week that Brandon is not part of the conversation! … Continue reading

SebastiAn – Total

After five years toying around on Ed Banger Records, releasing EPs and remixes, French electro-house DJ SebastiAn drops his insanely long, exhausting, and often exhilarating debut Total. Musician, video-maker, and artist Steven Golliday joins me to discuss this album and the state of the “album” as a concept in general. And yes, dude is totally … Continue reading

SebastiAn – Embody

This Friday, we’re discussing French electro-house DJ, SebastiAn’s long awaited debut LP, Total, out now via Ed Banger Records. Embody is the first single off the album. Stop ignoring me!!! Download mp3! See you Friday.