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Twin brothers and musicians Nubs and Toph take you through an album discussion each episode, going track-by-track and answering the question of why this album mattered...or perhaps shouldn't have!

Nubs & Toph


    • May 28, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 12m AVG DURATION
    • 118 EPISODES

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    The 2 Twins & An Album podcast is an absolute gem for music lovers. Each week, the two hosts, Nick and Chris, deliver incredibly insightful and well-thought-out episodes that dive deep into the band, the times, and the tunes. Their knowledge and passion shine through as they walk listeners through each episode with care and precision. It's like taking a journey through a favorite album, with their chemistry, sequencing, storytelling, and melody adding to the overall experience.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the amount of information and detail that Nick and Chris provide. They leave no stone unturned when it comes to discussing each album. Their commentary is not only informative but also entertaining, as their banter adds a fun element to the show. It's evident that they have a deep love and appreciation for music, which is contagious and makes for an enjoyable listening experience.

    Another standout feature of The 2 Twins & An Album podcast is how they effortlessly weave personal experiences into their discussions about albums. They recall memories related to the music with ease, providing listeners with a more intimate connection to the songs. This depth of personal insight adds another layer of richness to each episode.

    However, one potential downside to this podcast is its length. While it's clear that Nick and Chris have plenty to say about each album they review, sometimes the episodes can be quite lengthy. This may be overwhelming for some listeners who prefer shorter podcasts or who may not have enough time to dedicate to a longer episode in one sitting.

    In conclusion, The 2 Twins & An Album podcast is a must-listen for any music enthusiast. With their depth of knowledge, passionate delivery, and entertaining banter, Nick and Chris create an immersive experience that allows listeners to revisit great albums alongside them. Despite some longer episodes, this podcast consistently provides insightful content that will leave you eagerly awaiting the next installment. Well done gents!



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    Episode 93 - U2 'Pop'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 92:06


    Nubs leads the discussion and review of U2's 1997 album ‘Pop' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   Pop or Not Pop?  The boys assess this piece which, regardless of your thoughts, bridged the industry from the 90s to the 2000s.  Then we all got scared of Y2K and such.  We all started thinking it would be our Last Night on Earth.  Okay that one was too easy.  Tune in as we dig into this mega release from this mega band, and whether or not the “reverse bookends” nature of it pleases the fellas.  Let's go.

    Episode 92 - Fine Young Cannibals 'The Raw & The Cooked'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 86:24


    Toph leads the discussion and review of Fine Young Cannibals' 1989 album ‘The Raw & The Cooked' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   Stop the presses...we did two episodes in 8 days!  Which makes us proud as pie.  Tune in to hear the boys discuss the sweet sultry (I guess) voice of Roland Gift, provide the story of how this "spin off" band came about, and play the strangest game in the history of 2T&A.  Will this episode be raw? Will it be cooked? Will it be a Gift?  Will it be a good thing?  Will we drive you crazy? Will you be satisfied?  Or will you take what you can get?  Regardless -- don't look back, and give episode 92 a listen.  It's ok.  It's alright.

    Episode 91 - Backstreet Boys 'Millennium'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 72:10


    Nubs leads the discussion and review of Backstreet Boys' 1999 album ‘Millennium' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   Well it's been a bit – and what better way to say we've missed you, we love you, we can't be without you, and we yearn for your touch and your kisses and your affection and the sky may fall but as long as its you and us together in the end it will be all worthwhile after all...than with episode 91.  Hey, I think we just wrote a song.  Join as we discuss the genre of the bands made up of boys – and how this album helped calm the fears of a Y2K catastrophe, and instead began the new century with good vibes.  Because we wanted it that way.  Get in!!

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #15): R.E.M.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 27:22


    Episode 15 of Toph's Top Five, the 2T&A spinoff sweeping the nation, focuses on a quartet from Georgia who liked to put on their harborcoats and play some sort-of rock and roll.  Mandolin sold separately.  

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #14): Dave Matthews Band

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 35:30


    Episode 14 of Toph's Top Five, the 2T&A spinoff sweeping the nation, focuses on a Charlottesville, Virginia's favorite South African son, David J. Matthews and his reggae band.  Don't burn the day away, listen to Toph's Top Five instead.  It'll make you smile.

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #13): Goo Goo Dolls

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 32:12


    Episode 13 of Toph's Top Five, the 2T&A spinoff sweeping the nation, focuses on a trio from Buffalo (go Chiefs) -- who once saved the day for a young, bored Nubs and Toph as an opening act before anyone knew who they were.  True story.  Enjoy.

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #12): Celine Dion

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 31:16


    Episode 12 of Toph's Top Five, the 2T&A spinoff sweeping the nation, focuses on a French-Canadian lady that could kinda sing.  She had some tres bien songs.  Tune in...maintenant!!

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #11): Maroon 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 35:30


    Episode 11 of Toph's Top Five, the 2T&A spinoff sweeping the nation, focuses on a band that at one point played their instruments, and now that seems fairly optional.  So before I spend all my change on you...give this a listen.  Will make you smile.

    Episode 90 - Boston 'Walk On'

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 93:46


    Toph leads the discussion and review of Boston's 1994 album ‘Walk On' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   The boys return with -- much like last episode -- a release outside of a band's commercial peak, but with the distinctive sound and songwriting that made it sneaky commercially successful.  Join us as we plow through Boston's fourth album -- as well as other topics including band feuds, a movie recco from Toph, making America great again, Emily Latella, and other worthwhile/worthless nuggets from your two favorite twin bozos.  We Need Your Love…So Surrender to Us…and let's Walk On together through Episode 90.  I know that We Can Make It.   This one's for Steve-O. Stephen Thompson Young May 29, 1982 - November 3, 2024 We'll miss you, big man.

    Episode 89 - Journey ‘Next'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 73:28


    Nubs leads the discussion and review of Journey's 1977 album ‘Next' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   Lovin...Touchin...Squeezin...and Podcastin.  The boys return with one you more likely than not never heard -- where the question will be asked, would you want to hear this again?.  It's Journey: the early days on today's episode, as the gents explore this pre-Steve Perry excursion, the final album before the band's commercial explosion.  Join as we discuss living out of a suitcase, million dollar voices, our out-of-nowhere-good MLB teams, our some-what-expected-good NFL teams, Vegas recovery, Lionel Richie fan clubs -- and, provide our Journey top 5.  So give a listen...then let's touch...and go our separate ways.

    Episode 88 - The Four Seasons ‘Who Loves You'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 111:56


    Toph leads the discussion and review of The Four Seasons' 1975 album ‘Who Loves You' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   HEOOOOOOOO!!!  The boys from the Mitten State talk about the boys from Jersey -- as we jog through this short, yet efficient, jaunt of an album.  And when not doing so, the boys are joined by a New Jersey native herself (that one of the hosts happens to share a house with) to test skills, knowledge, and expertise of The Garden State.  That's right – it's Nubs vs. Mrs. Toph, a Jersey Trivia showdown.  (brought to you by Miller Lite).  And in between the shenanigans, we actually talk about a rather fascinating front man, album and group that found themselves at the “later” part of their careers.  In 1975.  So put on your Devils face paint and let's do this.

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #10): Chicago [part two, 1978-present]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2024 29:44


    Episode 10 of Toph's Top Five, the 2T&A spinoff sweeping the nation, focuses on the rather adult contemporary...aka David Foster...era (1978-present) of Chicago.  After listening to their entire catalogue (yes, their entire catalogue), part two reveals Toph's top 5 songs from this time period.

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #10): Chicago [part one, 1969-1977]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 33:44


    Episode 10 of Toph's Top Five, the 2T&A spinoff sweeping the nation, focuses on the 'Terry Kath era' (1969-1977) of Chicago.  After listening to their entire catalogue (yes, their entire catalogue), part one reveals Toph's top 5 songs from this time period.

    Episode 87 - Jellyfish 'Spilt Milk'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 94:54


    Nubs leads the discussion and review of Jellyfish's 1993 album ‘Spilt Milk' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   Join us on this whimsical, multi-genre adventure.  One that was a critical A+, and a commercial not-so-much during a time where the scene just may not have been ready for something so.  Well.  Throwback.  Rediscover, or discover for the first time, a group that both gents enjoy getting others hooked on.  It's always sunny on 2 Twins & An Album…and we hope Episode 87 is no exception.  Be there.

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #9): Muse

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 33:38


    Episode 9 of Toph's Top Five, the 2T&A spinoff sweeping the nation, focuses a power trio that at some point HAD to have recorded something you like.  And if not, well, that's your problematique.

    Episode 86 - Duran Duran 'Seven and the Ragged Tiger'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2024 82:36


    Toph leads the discussion and review of Duran Duran's 1983 album ‘Seven and the Ragged Tiger' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   It's been five months.  But we're gonna see if we still got it.  May our voices be sturdy…may our technology be reliable…may our feet be swift…may our bats be mighty…may our balls, be plentiful.  We are again stuck in the early 80's – so join us as we dive into this junior year classic (or was it?) from this original/unoriginal five-piece at its peak.  Welcome back!

    Episode 85 - The Police 'Synchronicity'

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 73:42


    Nubs leads the discussion and review of The Police's 1983 album ‘Synchronicity' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   Guess who's back.  Back again.  Guess who's back.  Tell a friend.  Guess who's back, guess who's back, guess who's back, Nubs is back, guess who's back, guess who's back, guess who's back. But today, it's not about Eminem -- it's about the tantric one, and his two friends. Who weren't actually friends at all.  Yes, we're talking about the PohPoh...the fuzz...5-0...John Law.  Otherwise known as, The Police.  Join us in our valiant return as we briefly air grievances, play a game, then dive into this acclaimed-yet-fairly-lopsided finale from this interesting trio.  Enjoy!

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #8): The KLF

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 47:16


    Episode 8 of Toph's Top Five, the 2T&A spinoff sweeping the nation, focuses on one of the greatest stories in music history -- covering the absurd, the justified, the ancient, and the burning of a lot of fricking money.  The KLF may have left the music industry, but they haven't left this episode.  All bound for Mu Mu Land, let's go..!!

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #7): Nine Inch Nails

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 31:20


    Episode 7 of Toph's Top Five, the 2T&A spinoff sweeping the nation, focuses on a wonderful group/artist.  Just try not to get too pissed off.  Enjoy!

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #6): Smashing Pumpkins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2023 35:50


    Episode 6 of Toph's Top Five, the 2T&A spinoff sweeping the nation, focuses on some midwest rock 'n roll...and a band that has somehow, some way, prevailed the test of time -- The Smashing Pumpkins.  Enjoy!

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #5): Queen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 35:34


    Episode 5 of Toph's Top Five, the 2T&A spinoff sweeping the nation, focuses on a rather squarely bunch of guys that never made a fantastic album -- but sure came up with some fantastic tracks: the one and only, Queen.  Enjoy!

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #4): Angels & Airwaves

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 29:30


    Episode 4 of Toph's Top Five, the 2T&A spinoff sweeping the nation, focuses on the supergroup...the side project...the duo...the business...the multimedia operation...the band within a company that also houses a UFO research institute...the unique musical operation that is, Angels & Airwaves.  Enjoy!

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #3): Madonna

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2023 27:20


    Episode 3 of Toph's Top Five, the 2T&A spinoff sweeping the nation, focuses on the great Madonna.  Which, much like episode #1, features an artist who hails from the midwest...has a real name that sounds like a stage name...and most notably, is kind of a perv.  Enjoy!

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #2): Steely Dan

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 28:52


    Episode 2 of Toph's Top Five, the 2T&A spinoff sweeping the nation, focuses on the great Steely Dan.  A session musician group named after a rather interesting device.  Enjoy!

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #1): Prince O(+>

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2023 30:38


    Episode 1 of Toph's Top Five, the 2T&A spinoff sweeping the nation, focuses on the artist formerly known as…O(+>…the Purple One…His Royal Badness…the High Priest of Pop…the great Prince Rogers Nelson.

    Toph's Top Five (Episode #0): Introduction

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2023 7:56


    Welcome to Toph's Top Five!  The 2T&A spinoff that is sure to sweep the nation.  Tune in for a quick word from Toph on the new series, and what it will be all about.

    Episode 84 - Talk Talk 'It's My Life'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 82:56


    Toph leads the discussion and review of Talk Talk's 1984 album ‘It's My Life' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   We are back this fine 2T&A Friday to discuss a group, a (tortured) artist and a sound that was perhaps well ahead of its time, but met the moment nicely at an interesting time for commercial music.  Be there as we revisit the Billboard Top 100 from this compelling year in pop music, which includes a soulful ballad sing-a-long…Nubs showing his knowledge of the pop charts and even some country stuff…and Toph recalls dialing up radio stations trying to solve the mystery of a song from this album, then proceeding to download on Napster rather than going to class like he should have been doing.  So don't be a Dum Dum…and when we ask you to join us, simply say: Yah Mo Be There!

    Episode 83 - Supertramp 'Breakfast in America' [w/ special guest Sam Fauser]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 100:40


    Toph leads the discussion and review of Supertramp's 1979 album 'Breakfast in America' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   The boys welcome an infamous friend of the show, and 2T&A superfan (or is he? we shall find out) -- in fellow podcaster, music appreciator and pizza trainer extraordinaire: the great Sam Fauser.  The boys dive into this commercial classic, a golf movie and Nubs' round and round which could have also been submitted by a teenage girl.  Was it a Wurlitzer or a Rhodes?  Is music the doctor??  Should certain bands just not try to do ballads???  Tune in and find out.

    Episode 82 - 2022 Year in Review + Album of the Year Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2023 70:14


    The boys have awoken from their long winter's nap...and lend some thoughts to their top album releases of 2022, reveal their respective 2022 Album of the Year, and discuss youth hockey, Lieutenant Weinberg, other podcasts, Nubs' loose definition of "Festival Rock" and the sheer artistic integrity of Taylor Swift.  Good to be back!

    Episode 81 - Live 'Throwing Copper'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2022 90:30


    Nubs leads the discussion and review of Live's 1994 album 'Throwing Copper' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   Reunited…and we hope it feels good.  The boys are back in town – back in the town of York, Pennsylvania that is – to dissect an album that everyone just seemed to have, and everyone just seemed to love.  Also, Toph grieves for a football coaching legend…Nubs grieves for musicianship and distinct drummers…and we figure out how truly poetic the singer/lyricist of this band really was or wasn't.  Meet us at the Dam at Otter Creek, wherever the hell that is, and let's have a White Discussion, whatever the hell that is.  Let's go!

    Episode 80 – USA for Africa “We Are the World” (b/w “Grace”)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 80:54


    Toph leads the discussion and review of USA for Africa's 1985 recording ‘We Are the World' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   For the first time, the brothers-brothers dive into an A-Side.  After discussing some pigskin, including both fantasy football and the emergence of Toph's alma matter, the boys dissect this classic project and the pop culture phenomenon which ensued.  Which performers drank beer during the sessions?  Which artists drove themselves to the studio?  Who wore the commemorative sweatshirt?  Why did Waylon Jennings walk out?  Who found a way to get their entire backing band into the room?  And, who – besides the lead producer and conducter – was really in charge?  Hold our beer and find out, as we make a brighter day.  Because after all, it's for the children.  There's a choice you're making…and it's to tune in!  LFG!

    Episode 79 - L.A. Weekly's Top 20 Worst Bands of All Time Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2022 74:16


    The fellas go through L.A. Weekly's list of "20 Worst Bands of All Time" -- providing their thoughts, and even unleashing their anger at a few selections.  The also discuss Field Hockey, being in the middle of a sod fight at a concert, the multi-part songs of the Isley Brothers, and  the multi-awfulness of apparent experimental pop.  Enjoy!

    Episode 78 - Fleetwood Mac 'Tusk' part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2022 75:04


    Nubs leads the discussion and review of Fleetwood Mac's 1979 album 'Tusk – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   Part 2 of 2 where the boys finish the job on Tusk, and continue to debate who is the better female voice of this rather talented outfit, and who would be better to lay around a campfire with.  Join us as we spend the first part of the episode completely off-topic talking about Elvis, the weirdness of the Beach Boys, and the infamous Malace at the Palace…then somehow regroup to discuss not only sides 3 and 4, but the overall splendidness of the now endangered species known as the double album.  Be there!

    Episode 78 - Fleetwood Mac 'Tusk' part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2022 87:10


    Toph leads the discussion and review of Fleetwood Mac's 1979 album 'Tusk – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   Part 1 of 2 where the boys plow through sides one + two of this late 70's double album ride, and discuss the highs, the dramas and the other shenanigans that made this band special.  Be there as Toph declares what he feels to be the best B-Side ever made…Nubs destroys Don Henley…and the boys hold the great, age old debate of Team Nicks vs. Team McVie.  Don't go your own way, go ours and join us!

    Episode 77 - Handsome 'Handsome' [w/ special guest Peter Mengede]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2022 82:38


    Nubs leads the discussion and review of Handsome's 1997 self-titled debut album – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   The boys welcome an acclaimed Aussie guitarist to the pod -- one that not only helped found one of the more influential abrasive metal acts of the 90's, but also formed this supergroup that produced one album...and boy is it a special one.  We discuss, from across a couple of ponds, this hidden gem record with guitarist Peter Mengede -- as well as the fairly complex nature of the late 90's rock music industry.  Join us, and perhaps pick up a new listen along the way!

    Episode 76 - Top Gun: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2022 91:54


    Nubs leads the discussion and review of the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack for Top Gun, released in 1986 – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   Feel like playing with the boys?  Then grab a volleyball, put on some jeans, grease yourself up and let's go. Tune in to hear our recollections of a franchise (including a new sequel) that has found its longevity, and the soundtrack that helped it do so.  And, while the boys may not agree on all things, they concur that shadowy, sillouetted tongue kissing is not only bad advice – but was quite traumatizing at a young age.  Jester's dead, but we're alive and well…so get your butts above the hard deck and tune in!

    Toph's Cover of ”On My Way Home” by Enya

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2022 4:48


    A couple of our beautiful listeners asked to hear the full version of Toph's cover of Enya's "On My Way Home" -- which we played a short clip of during Episode 75 discussing the 'Shepherd Moons' album... This was recorded back in 2004 in the corner of a New York City apartment, using Logic Express and a real guitar routed through the effects portal.  So don't expect too much technical brilliance --  but here it is..!     Original Song: "On My Way Home" by Enya From the 1996 album 'In Memory of Trees' Written by Enya & Roma Ryan Reprise Records/EMI Records Ltd

    new york city way home enya toph on my way home logic express
    Episode 75 - Enya 'Shepherd Moons'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2022 79:34


    Toph leads the discussion and review of Enya's 1991 album ‘Shepherd Moons' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   Is it proggy?  Is it new age?  Is it proggy-new-age??  Nah, it's just Enya.  We explore this unique, original artist, who was always able to save the drama for her mama and let her beautiful music do the talking.  Tune in as Nubs finds clever ways to weave his girlfriend Kate B. into the conversation…Toph performs live with his new drum toy, and also drops a clip of a cover song from the past…and the boys do their best to stay awake and alert, without getting all sleepy and nuzzled and snuggly and stuff.  Don't sail away, sail away, sail away -- join us instead..!

    Episode 74 - Queensrÿche ”Empire”

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2022 78:34


    Nubs leads the discussion and review of Queensrÿche's 1990 album 'Empire' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   The boys explore the concept of precision metal, at a rather interesting time for commercial music, and wonder if this band was truly too good for their own good.  Tune in to hear Toph wonder if we got justice for juicy...Nubs once again makes it all about the drummer...and, the gents discuss whether or not an album cover with delicious looking food actually improved the audible quality of the album itself.  Anybody listening?  We sure hope so!

    Episode 73 - Insane Clown Posse 'The Great Milenko'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2022 89:18


    Toph leads the discussion and review of Insane Clown Posse's 1997 album ‘The Great Milenko' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   What is a Juggalo?  We may have the answer!  Tune in as Nubs pontificates on ICP being a prog outfit…Toph makes a bold promise around the attendance of a particular event in the future…and the boys plow through this long and distinguished late 90's classic, riddled with humor and depth to the delight of all who are down with the clown.  Enjoy!

    Episode 72 - Aerosmith 'Get a Grip'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 89:42


    Nubs leads the discussion and review of Aerosmith's 1993 album 'Get a Grip' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   The boys explore the themes of change...and the theme of hired help...as they walk this way through the band's 11th album in seemingly as many lives.  Is it a band?  Is it a business?  Was Alicia Silverstone the ultimate 90's hottie? Join as we, including a special appearance and introduction from a former president, attempt to answer these questions -- as well as a deep dive into the true differences between Cryin', Crazy and Amazing.  Once we can locate them.  Enjoy!

    Episode 71 - Meat Loaf ”Bat Out of Hell II: Back into Hell”

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2022 92:24


    Toph leads the discussion and review of Meat Loaf's 1993 album 'Bat Out of Hell II: Back into Hell' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   Back with a somewhat normal episode, we revisit this alpha voice and alpha personality who was one of the more unlikely rags-to-rockstar stories of all time...and dominated the charts at an unlikely time, with this sequel to a nostalgic classic.  Join as we successfully talk about comeback albums, musical marriages and try Nubs' hand at a game -- while unsuccessfully figuring out what "that" actually was.  This episode is not a lemon, so don't even think about getting your money back.  Enjoy!

    Episode 70 - Uriah Heep 'Demons and Wizards' [w/ special guest Mick Box]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 78:12


    Nubs leads the discussion and review of Uriah Heep's 1972 album 'Demons and Wizards' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   The boys welcome a rock legend, the great Mick Box, to the show!  In addition to reviewing this influential classic, they discuss Mick's life as a road warrior...how he keeps his strikingly good looks...how his Jaguar got stolen by a member of his own band...and, how he manages to be the most 'fun-on-stage' rock star perhaps of all time.  This is a beauty, coming to you from the midwest, left coast and across the Atlantic pond...join us!

    Episode 69 - Kansas 'Leftoverture' [w/ special guest Bill Keith]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2022 86:58


    Nubs leads the discussion and review of Kansas' 1976 album 'Leftoverture' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   The boys welcome friend of the show, and expert consumer of the prog band from Topeka, Mr. Bill Keith.  They talk radio...nerd out on progressive rock...and then pick apart this mid-70's gem of a record often regarded as a prog-rock classic.  Why the violin?  What did free beer have to do with this album?  Who is the old ass man on the cover?  And, what in the world is an Opus Insert?  Who cares...let's boogie.  Join!

    Episode 68 - Phish 'Billy Breathes'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2022 88:18


    Toph leads the discussion and review of Phish's 1996 album 'Billy Breathes' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   We are back, doing what we do, for better or for worse…as the fellas dissect this jam band studio triumph -- and ask the age old question: can bands of this genre produce memorable studio albums?  Be there as we discuss the importance/non-importance of screen savers...the importance/non-importance of doing a Pelaton cool down ride...and, the sounds, sights and smells of a Grateful Dead show.  Feel good about Hood, and join us!!

    Episode 67 - 2021 Year in Review + Album of the Year Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2022 51:10


    The boys are back in town...and lend some thoughts to their top album releases of 2021, reveal their respective 2021 Album of the Year, and apologize for their terrible sports predictions.  Enjoy!

    Episode 66.5 - A quick update from the fellas!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2021 21:40


    A quick update from the boys that covers sports, most notably "The Game" this weekend...as well as an announcement on the future of the show going forward.  (Don't worry we aren't retiring).  (Although maybe some of you wish we'd retire).  (But we aren't retiring).  (And by the way, Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours).  Tune in!

    Episode 66 - Pearl Jam ‘Vitalogy‘

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2021 85:52


    Nubs leads the discussion and review of Pearl Jam's 1994 album 'Vitalogy' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   Welp, the moment has arrived to discuss this band heavily polarized by your humble hosts, the brosephs themselves…Will Nubs fan-boy and not give an honest review?...Will Toph take his irritation with this band too far and offer an unfair critique of his own??...Will either of us do a prank call pretending to be Master P??? Tune in, to see if we have perhaps become Better Men.  (Unlikely, but worth a shot.) 

    Episode 65 - Spinal Tap ‘This Is Spinal Tap‘

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2021 80:20


    Toph leads the discussion and review of Spinal Tap's 1984 album 'This Is Spinal Tap' (AKA 'Smell The Glove') – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   This episode goes to a number between 10 and 12.  Be there as we 'Focus on Film' and give our two thumbs up to this musician favorite, and one of the best comedies of all time -- while also analyzing the soundtrack...which, while tongue and cheek, was anything but just a gag.  So join us, as we Tap into Episode 65..! And...get well soon Archie, we love you!! :-)

    Episode 64 - Inxs ‘Kick‘

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2021 95:10


    Toph leads the discussion and review of Inxs' 1987 album 'Kick' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   Well, g'day mate…let's put another shrimp on the barby...and discuss this late 80's treat, which after a few tries finally broke this band through hard into the U.S. from the land down under.  Be there as Toph discusses people too old to be in high school movies…Nubs nearly faints while discussing the dreaminess of Michael Hutchence...and the boys do a Top 5 for a band we were so lucky to have seen, and a front man we lost way too soon.  VIP…let's kick it.

    Episode 63 - Alice In Chains ‘Dirt‘

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2021 77:52


    Nubs leads the discussion and review of Alice In Chains' 1992 album 'Dirt' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   It's Friday...wake Them Bones up.  Dam That alarm clock, and hope it's not Raining.  We know sometimes it feels like you're Down in a Hole in that comfortable bed, but it's not like you're Sick or anything, so get up.  I'm sure your hair looks like a Rooster, but put some product Junk on your Head and style it up.  After you comb out the Dirt of course.  It may feel like God Smacked you in the face, and I know how much you Hate to Feel hungry -- but that's what breakfast is for silly!  So sit in your Chair without being too Angry...pour a piping hot cup of coffee...maybe a few farm fresh eggs, and tune in to hear your favorite bozos talk about this early 90's gem...Would you?

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