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Brother Brother Brother is what happens when three brothers born in three different decades come together over a shared obsession with music. It's an in-depth conversation between Wyndham Lewis, Jeremy Sartori, and Christian Lewis, born in the late 60's, 70's, and 80's, that's been a lifetime in the…

Brother Brother Brother


    • Jan 23, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 51m AVG DURATION
    • 231 EPISODES

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    The Brother Brother Brother podcast is a must-listen for any music fan. This podcast features three brothers who come together to discuss a wide range of bands, musicians, and music venues with an impressive amount of knowledge. Their depth and scope of musical knowledge are truly amazing, as they cross genres and generations to provide listeners with a well-rounded perspective. One of the best aspects of this podcast is the brothers' ability to put bands and artists in their cultural context, providing a deeper understanding of their significance. Additionally, the discussions on this podcast are fun and clever, making it an enjoyable listening experience.

    One of the great things about The Brother Brother Brother podcast is that the brothers are honest about what they don't know. They don't claim to be experts on every topic or artist they discuss, which adds a level of relatability to the show. However, this can also be seen as one of the worst aspects of the podcast. At times, it may feel like they lack expertise on certain topics or have gaps in their knowledge. While their honesty is appreciated, it can occasionally leave listeners wanting more in-depth analysis.

    In conclusion, The Brother Brother Brother podcast is a highly recommended listen for any music fan. The brothers' knowledge and passion for music shine through in each episode, making for an engaging and informative experience. Whether you're into alternative, indie, disco, mainstream, or U.K. pop bands, there's something here for everyone. So sit back and enjoy this smart and down-to-earth podcast that delves into fascinating music topics with substance and content as opposed to flashy presentation.



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    Episode 234: The Best Albums of 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 77:20


    In this week's episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian re-emerge after a long hiatus of record deep diving to give their picks for the best albums of 2024. The brothers discuss the year in music and culture, including some of their favorite live acts of the year, before plunging into their meticulously-crafted and questionably-calculated Top 21 Albums list. Our albums of the year include (in alphabetical order):Bill Ryder-Jones, Iechyd DaCharli XCX, BratCindy Lee, Diamond JubileeDehd, PoetryDoechii, Alligator Bites That Never HealFather John Misty, MahashmashamaFontaines D.C., RomanceFriko, Where we've been, where we go from hereGustaf, Package Pt. 2Hurray for the Riff Raff, The Past Is Still AliveJessica Pratt, Here in the PitchKendrick Lamar, GNXMannequin Pussy, I Got HeavenMJ Lenderman, Manning FireworksRosali, Bite DownThis Is Lorelei, Box for Buddy, Box for StarTyler, the Creator, ChromakopiaVampire Weekend, Only God Was Above UsWaxahatchee, Tiger's BloodWild Pink, Dulling the HornsLet us know what we missed on X @thebrotherpod and stay tuned for more episodes in 2025!

    Episode 233: What Are You Listening To XVII

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 55:40


    In this week's episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian sit down to discuss what they've been listening to (and watching) lately. The brothers break down the latest albums from Waxahatchee, Hurray for the Riff Raff, and Friko, before jumping in the time machine to talk Linda Ronstadt. Closing it out, a discussion of the Oscar film favorites and the unsettling brilliance of Jonathan Glazer's The Zone of Interest. Let us know what you've been listening to @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

    Episode 232: The Best Albums of 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 89:54


    In this week's episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian break down their annual top 20 albums of the year—and the advanced mathematics that determines them. In a conversation that spans hip-hop, country, experimental rock, and just about everything else, the brothers discuss the best music of a fantastic year of music. Albums referenced (alphabetically for spoiler-free listening)Being Dead, When Horses Would Runboygenius, the recordBully, Days Move SlowDAIISTAR, Good Stardazy, OTHERBODYGeese, 3D CountryJessie Ware, That! Feels Good!Jess Williamson, Time Ain't AccidentalJPEGMAFIA & Danny Brown, SCARIN' THE HOESMelenas, AhoraMitski, The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are WeNation of Language, Strange Disciplenoname, SundialParannoul, After the MagicRoisin Murphy & DJ Koze, Hit ParadeSlow Pulp, YardThe Tubs, Dead MeatYaeji, With A HammerYo La Tengo, This Stupid WorldYves Tumor, Praise a Lord That Chews But Does Not Consume; (Or Simply, Hot Between Worlds)

    Episode 231: What Are You Listening To: Movies & TV

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023 70:26


    In this week's episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian sit down for an extended movies and TV version of their “What Are You Listening To?” segment. The brothers discuss some of their favorite movies of the year including The Holdovers, Killers of the Flower Moon, May December, and Air, before breaking down the state of TV in 2023 with The Bear, The Gold, Fargo, Murder in Boston, The Crown, and more.

    Episode 212: Tim (Let It Bleed Edition)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 63:42


    In this week's episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian sit down to review Ed Stasium's long-anticipated remaster of the seminal Replacement's album Tim. The brothers break down the legacy of the original recording, and why the overproduced sound always seemed to hold it back. Then, first (or twelfth) take on the new Stasium mix and why fans may never go back to the original. Listen to Tim: Let It Bleed Edition on Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.

    Episode 211: Wham!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 37:16


    In this week's episode, the duo Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss the duo George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley of the band Wham! The brothers discuss the new uplifting documentary about the band, Wham!, before breaking down the origins of the group, the mixed reactions to their music from serious music fans, and how the duo launched the meteoric rise of George Michael.

    Episode 210: BBB: Boston, Bands, and Bears

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2023 38:50


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down for a cross-media discussion of the latest live shows, TV shows, and audio shows (aka podcasts) they've been enjoying. Wyndham discusses his visit to the Re:SET Concert Series featuring boygenius, LCD Soundsystem, Steve Lacey, and an array of artist-selected supporting acts, before breaking down a concert from fan-favorite Wednesday at The Sinclair in Cambridge, MA. Then the brothers break down the latest season of The Bear, including an analysis of the show's authenticity when it comes to Chicago dialect, music, and food. Finally, a discussion on the latest music podcast obsession, Life of the Record, which gives first-person accounts of albums from artists like Violent Femmes, Pixies, and more.

    Episode 209: What Are You Listening To XVI: Spring Releases, Summer Bangers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 51:11


    In this week's episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian reconvene to discuss the latest music they've been loving over the past few months. The brothers break down the latest from Asheville supergroup Wednesday, the hard-to-pin-down Yves Tumor, Richmond prodigy Dazy, UK darlings Young Fathers, the new disco-funk queen Jessie Ware, and new favorite Dust Star. Let us know what you've been enjoying @thebrotherpod on Twitter and check out our favorite new albums on Spotify through the links below.Wednesday, RAT SAW GODYves Tumor, Praise A Lord Who Chews But Which Does Not Consume; (Or Simply, Hot Between Worlds)Dazy, OTHERBODYYoung Fathers, Heavy HeavyJessie Ware, That! Feels Good!Dust Star, Open Up That Heart

    Episode 208: 3 Feet High and Rising

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023


    In this week's episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian discuss the seminal De La Soul album 3 Feet High and Rising as the group's catalogue finally becomes available for streaming. Listening to the album for the very first time, Christian gives his initial review of the classic hip-hop record as the brothers break down the history of sampling, the lawsuit that shuttered the music for decades, and how the album can be appreciated across generations. You can now (finally) listen to 3 Feet High and Rising on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/34LxHI9x14qXUOS8AWRrYD?si=PcoaYX82Q1ymNEjAr2Ijew

    Episode 207: A Talk with S.E. Boyd on The Lemon

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2023 54:33


    In this week's episode, Wyndham sits down with Kevin Alexander, Joe Keohane, and Alessandra Lusardi (aka S.E. Boyd) to discuss their hit debut novel The Lemon. The writing and editing trio discuss their collaborative process in writing the novel, the inspiration behind some of the key characters and themes, and the future of their band-like collective. THE LEMON was a New York Times book review Editor's Choice and you can read their review here: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/10/29/books/review/the-lemon-s-e-boyd.html It was also named a Most Anticipated Book of Fall 2022 by Entertainment Weekly, Vogue, AARP the Magazine, The AV Club, Parade, Eater, The New York Post, LitHub, Publishers Lunch, and many more (including Brother Brother Brother). What others have said about The Lemon:“(It) skewers what they refer to as the ‘Celebrity-Death Industrial Complex' with spit-take-level humor.” – The Washington Post“Laugh out loud sensational.” – Lee Child“The most fun I've had reading a made-up story in forever and a day.” – Bob OdenkirkThe Lemon has been optioned by the producers of the HBO hit series A Mare of Easttown and S.E. Boyd is currently writing the pilot episode with their production team. You can buy The Lemon on Kindle, Audiobook, and hardcover here:https://www.amazon.com/Lemon-Novel-S-Boyd/dp/0593490444

    Episode 206: Belle & Sebastian

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 55:49


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss Belle & Sebastian, review their latest release Late Developers, and give an overview of their most anticipated albums of 2023. The brothers discuss the simultaneous humble and meteoric rise of the band, their personal intros to their sound, and the uniquely bookish yet charming appeal of their fanbase. Then, an overview of some recently released albums and exciting new ones on the horizon, including new work from Margo Price, Yo La Tengo, Caroline Polachek, White Reaper, Gorillaz, and more.

    Episode 205: The Best Albums of 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2022 86:08


    In this week's episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian get together to discuss their collective favorite albums (and numerous honorable mentions) of the musical redemption year that was 2022. The brothers break down stalwart favorites like Mitski, Spoon, Spiritualized, and Angel Olsen, new favorites SASAMI, Steve Lacy, and Wet Leg, and many more of the best albums we were graced with in a fantastic year of music. Did your favorite album make our list? Do you have strong opinions/rage about our rankings? Let us have it @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

    Episode 204: R.I.P. Christine McVie & Meet Me in the Bathroom

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2022 41:13


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to pay tribute to the late Christine McVie—Fleetwood Mac's Queen of Hits. The brothers discuss McVie's constant presence as a gifted songwriter, her unique ability to craft huge hits for the band, and her quiet persistence through the roller-coaster history of Fleetwood Mac. Then, Wyndham and Jeremy break down the recent Showtime documentary adaptation of Elizabeth Goodman's book Meet Me in the Bathroom, and how the film managed to deflate the fun of the scene.

    Episode 203: The State of Live Music in 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2022 52:57


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss the tear of shows they've seen lately before diving into a serious discussion on how the pandemic has fundamentally shifted the landscape for live music. The brothers break down how shutdowns and revenue loss has changed how bands tour, how they're booked, how tickets are sold, and the evolving landscape of venues—before shifting to the positive to talk about the new world of music-first venue design. Has your live music experience changed post-pandemic? Or are you still diving head-first into the pit like nothing happened? Either way, let's talk @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

    Episode 202: New Music & Led Zeppelin: The Biography

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 61:31


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy reunite after a brief summer vacation to discuss the latest releases in the banger year of music that has been 2022. Then, another edition of Brother Brother Brother Book Club as the two discuss the new Bob Spitz book Led Zeppelin: The Biography.

    Episode 201: What Are You Listening To XV

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 39:27


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss the albums they've been loving and the mid-year contenders for the coveted “album of the year”. The brothers break down new favorites from Horsegirl, Let's Eat Grandma, Saba, and The Smile, plus strong new records from Angel Olsen and Kevin Morby. Let us know what you've been listening to @thebrotherpod on Twitter and check out our custom WAYLTXV playlist on Spotify.

    Episode 200: Unashamed About Ray

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 42:03


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy return after a brief summer vacation to brush the dust off The Lemonheads' 1992 album It's A Shame About Ray. The brothers discuss the murderer's row of outstanding albums that were released in ‘92 before diving deep on the surprise resurgence of The Lemonheads, the mystique and talent of Evan Dando, and their personal connection to this brief but delightful album for its 30th anniversary.

    Episode 199: What Are You Listening To XIV

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2022 46:15


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss what they've been listening to (and loving) for the past few months. In a discussion that spans new releases from old favorites and some emerging talents, the brothers touch on the latest albums from Sharon Van Etten, Arcade Fire, Spiritualized, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Pusha T, and Wet Leg. Let us know what you've been listening to and what we should check out @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

    Episode 198: The Record Shelf: Wilco, Summerteeth

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 51:08


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy return to the record shelf to revisit Wilco's third album, Summerteeth. The brothers discuss the origins of the band, the psychedelic pop sound of the album (and what contributed to it), and the tour that led to the greatest live show that Jeremy has ever seen. Let us know what's on your record shelf (and why it belongs there) @thebrotherpod on Twitter. We may discuss it in a future episode.

    Episode 197: The Record Shelf: X, Under the Big Black Sun

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 56:53


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy do a deep dive on an old favorite album—Under the Big Black Sun by X. As the first selection by Wyndham in the new The Record Shelf series, the brothers discuss the musical and cultural landscape of the year Under the Big Black Sun was released, including the 70s hangover, the rise of Reaganism, and the songs playing on the radio and pop charts. Then, they dive deep into the album, discussing the history of X and their personal histories with the band.

    Episode 196: The Kitchen Sink Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2022 44:48


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss all the things they've been loving lately. First, a return to the movies to discuss the breakthrough Oscar contender from Joachim Trier—The Worst Person in the World. Then, the brothers discuss the latest record from Hurray for the Riff Raff Life on Earth, and how it could be an early contender for album of the year. Finally, Wyndham and Jeremy break down some couch viewing with a discussion on the Kanye West documentary trio Jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy and a nostalgic deep dive on the iconic hip-hop series The Box with Nas's documentary You're Watching Video Music Box.

    Episode 195: Spoon

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 55:52


    After five years of casually bringing them up in conversation, the Brother Brother Brother podcast has somehow never dedicated a full episode to Spoon—the rock darlings from Austin, Texas. That ends today, as Wyndham and Jeremy break down the three acts of the band's history, Jeremy's discovery of them in late 90s Austin, and how the band helped define and take advantage of the mp3 era. Then, the brothers undertake the impossible task of ranking every Spoon album to date. Keep your ears out for Spoon's next album Lucifer on the Sofa, scheduled to release February 11, 2022. And let us know your favorite song, album, or live show from Brother Brother Brother's unofficial favorite band @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

    Episode 194: The Most Anticipated Albums of 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 43:47


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss the albums they're looking forward to in 2022. The brothers discuss new releases from old favorites like Spoon, Mitski, and Superchunk; two exciting hip-hop albums from Kendrick Lamar and Danny Brown; and a few up-and-comers destined to become instant classics in the new year. Let us know which album you're looking forward to most in 2022 @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

    Episode 193: The Top 21 Albums of 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 46:04


    In the final episode of the year, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian get together to discuss their collective Top 21 Albums of 2021. The brothers break down the bright spots in an otherwise disappointing year of music, their individual favorite finds, and talk about a few albums they're looking forward to in 2022. Let us know your favorite albums of the year @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

    Episode 192: The Beatles: Get Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2021 55:54


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to talk about the biggest music doc in years—Peter Jackson's The Beatles: Get Back. The brothers break down the origins and history of the footage, the mythos of Yoko and the band's breakup, the thrill and monotony of the creative process, and how the culture and history of post-war Britain were forever changed by the four lads from Liverpool. Let us know your thoughts on the doc @thebrotherpod on Twitter. And sing along from your own rooftop to our custom The Beatles: Get Back playlist on Spotify.

    Episode 191: R.E.M., Pitchfork, and Revisionist History

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2021 53:47


    In this week's episode, with Christian safely out of earshot, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss R.E.M.—including their entry points to the band, the group's place in the college alt rock explosion of the ‘80s, and their many evolutions and permutations. Then, the brothers get into Pitchfork Magazine's recent rescored reviews, issuing their personal criticism of criticism which begs the ultimate question—was this really necessary? Let us know your thoughts on R.E.M. or just vent to us about Pitchfork @thebrotherpod on Twitter. We're here for all of it.

    Episode 190: The Velvet Underground Documentary

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2021 64:29


    In this week's episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian get together to discuss the new Todd Haynes Apple TV+ documentary The Velvet Underground. The brothers break down the unique style, tone, and storytelling of the documentary, the dynamic between John Cale and Lou Reed, and what made these art rockers so damn great—and so important to the history of rock music. Let us know what you thought of the documentary @thebrotherpod on Twitter. And check out the songs of Lou Reed, John Cale, and the Velvet Underground on our custom Episode 190 playlist on Spotify.

    Episode 189: Husker Du's New Day Rising vs. Flip Your Lid

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2021 55:27


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy once again pit two classic albums against each other in a track-by-track showdown—Husker Du's New Day Rising vs. Flip Your Wig. The brothers discuss the sheer talent of the band, their impeccable string of success in a single year, and their personal history with each of these classic albums. If you need more Husker Du in your ear holes, check out the Minneapolis Public Radio podcast Do You Remember? A Podcast About Husker Du—as mentioned in the episode. And let us know your favorite tracks from the albums @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

    Episode 188: What Are You Listening To? XIII

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2021 50:33


    In this week's episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian return for their quasi-quarterly breakdown of the music they've been listening to and loving: What Are You Listening To? Volume 13. The brothers breeze through a few forgettable releases before getting to the good stuff—the latest from Low, Turnstile, Tyler, the Creator, Amyl and the Sniffers, and Lord Huron. Let us know what you've been listening to lately @thebrotherpod on Twitter. And take a spin through some of our recent favorites on our custom WAYLT XIII playlist on Spotify.

    Episode 187: The Replacements' Let It Be vs. Tim

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2021 55:37


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down for another track-by-track showdown between two classic albums by a perennial podcast favorite—Let it Be and Tim by The Replacements. The brothers discuss the masterful mix of humor and heart that defines these albums, their slightly anarchic construction, and how the band's “fuck you” attitude led to fucking greatness.Want to listen along with us? We've compiled a track-by-track breakdown on our custom Let It Be vs. Tim playlist on Spotify. And let us know your favorite tracks from these two masterpieces @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

    Episode 186: The Bends vs. OK Computer

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2021 77:22


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down for a track-by-track showdown between two classic Radiohead albums—The Bends and OK Computer. As the guitar rock darling and cerebral masterpiece exchange blows, the brothers discuss the band's evolution, the music videos that shaped their off-kilter vision, and the lasting impact of these 24 landmark songs. Want to listen along with us? We've compiled a track-by-track breakdown on our custom The Bends vs. OK Computer playlist on Spotify. And let us know your favorite tracks from these two seminal albums @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

    Episode 185: Summer of Soul

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2021 58:13


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Christian sit down to discuss the new Questlove-directed Hulu documentary Summer of Soul, which chronicles the Harlem Cultural Festival in 1969. The brothers break down the cultural politics of the era, the questionable legacy of Woodstock, and the individual performers that make up this outstanding music doc, including Sly and the Family Stone, The 5th Dimension, Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight & the Pips, and more. Let us know what you thought of the doc on Twitter @thebrotherpod and listen to some of our favorite music from the Harlem Cultural Festival with our custom Summer of Soul playlist on Spotify.

    Episode 184: The Power of Strangers with Joe Keohane

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2021 45:40


    In this week's episode, Wyndham sits down with esteemed journalist Joe Keohane to discuss his first book The Power of Strangers: The Benefits of Connecting in a Suspicious World. The two discuss the pandemic's effect on our social skills and the advance of digital creep, the rewards of talking to people outside your circle, the inherent danger of “stranger danger,” and how social customs translate across countries and cultures. Joe Keohane's book The Benefits of Connecting in a Suspicious World comes out on July 13, but you can pre-order it from Penguin Random House or wherever books are sold.

    Episode 183: 1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2021 43:39


    In this week's episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss the Apple TV+ documentary series 1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything. The brothers cover the music that marked the death of the 1960s, the culmination of the anti-war movement, and a darker age of political songwriting in the age of Nixon—in a discussion that includes Marvin Gaye, The Rolling Stones, Sly Stone, the end of the Beatles, Alice Cooper, Kraftwerk, T. Rex, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Carly Simon, Bill Withers, Led Zeppelin, Funkadelic, and the first major benefit concert. Let us know what you think of the documentary @thebrotherpod on Twitter. And if you'd rather just listen to the music, we've curated a BBB Goes to 1971 playlist just for you on Spotify.

    Episode 182: What Are You Listening To XII

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2021 52:40


    In this week’s episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian discuss the albums worth listening to from the past few months. In a conversation that canonizes the phrase “there’s something rocking in the state of Denmark,” the brothers break down the latest releases from Danish rockers Iceage and Communions, then shuffle into the ‘70s to share their thoughts on the latest albums from St. Vincent and Art d’Ecco.Let us know what you’ve been spinning @thebrotherpod on Twitter and take a listen to our custom WAYLTXII playlist on Spotify.

    Episode 181: Remembering Jim Steinman, Shock G, and Les McKeown

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 39:42


    In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to remember three legendary musicians who recently passed—rock composer Jim Steinman, hip-hop icon Shock G, and Scottish pop star Les McKeown of Bay City Rollers. The brothers discuss each of the artists’ legacies and the impact they had on culture, the groups they inspired, and the joy they brought to listeners across the world. Do an honorary Humpty Dance with us as you spin our custom Jim Steinman, Shock G, and Les McKeown tribute playlist on Spotify and share your memories of these talented souls with us @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

    Into the Time Machine: Episode 92: Disgraceland with Jake Brennan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2021 27:59


    Three years ago, Wyndham sat down to interview the creator of a podcast who had achieved overnight success. Jake Brennan had only published three episodes of Disgraceland and had already rocketed to the top of Apple’s Most Popular charts. Since then, Brennan has produced seven seasons of his hit show, written a book, and is about to launch the spinoff series Badlands on May 5. Oh, and he’s currently nominated for a Webby (cast your vote below). Disgraceland has evolved into a goliath series in which Brennan tells true stories that expertly blend the worlds of true crime and pop music. Today, we’re revisiting our interview with Jake from April 19, 2018. Take a listen to podcasting history, vote for Disgraceland to win a Webby, and get lost in stories of music and murder. Vote for Disgraceland to win a Webby: https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2021/podcasts/general-series/musicFollow Disgraceland on Amazon Music and learn more about the show here: https://www.disgracelandpod.com/

    Episode 180: Can't Get You Out of My Head

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2021 49:01


    In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss Can’t Get You Out of My Head, the eight-part BBC documentary by Adam Curtis. The brothers break down the “emotional history” and its almost indefinable use of music and imagery to create a compelling narrative of world history, power, empires, conspiracy theories, revolution, identity, and just about everything else under the sun.

    Episode 179: Awards Season (Sort Of)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2021 55:00


    In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss the makeshift awards season of 2021, including the Grammys, Golden Globes, and Oscars. The brothers break down the Grammys desperate attempts to stay relevant, the award shows’ fumbling through the pandemic era, and the music, films, and performers that should have been recognized as the best of the oddball year of 2020.

    Episode 178: Alright Alright Alright: The Oral History of Richard Linklater's Dazed and Confused

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2021 43:08


    In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy light up some joints for a Brother Brother Brother Book Club review of Melissa Maerz’s Alright Alright Alright: The Oral History of Richard Linklater’s Dazed and Confused. The brothers discuss the story behind the classic film as told by the people who lived it, the antiestablishment DNA of director Richard Linklater, and the importance of the movie’s soundtrack in its legacy.

    Episode 177: Daft Punk (1993-2021)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 61:15


    In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy don their robot helmets to discuss the career and surprise retirement of the French electronic duo: Daft Punk. The brothers discuss early songs popping up in warehouse party DJ sets of the 90s, their rise to semi-stardom, and the ‘06 Coachella set that launched them from indie darlings to the stars—and changed music forever. Whether you were one of the few thousand people at the legendary Coachella concert or one of the few million who claim to be, share your favorite memories of the band with us @thebrotherpod on Twitter. And take one more spin around the world with our custom RIP Daft Punk playlist on Spotify.

    Episode 176: The Strokes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2021 53:15


    In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss The Strokes. The brothers break down the band’s rise from the “rock is dead” ashes in the age of electronica, the impossible hype leading up to the release of their first album, and their role in the rebirth of rock and roll cool in New York City. If you want to listen along and revisit the era with us, take a spin through our custom Spotify playlist—featuring the best songs by The Strokes and their ever-cool, leather-clad contemporaries of the early 2000s New York scene.

    Episode 175: Looking Forward to 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 46:39


    In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss the albums they’re looking forward to most in 2021. The brothers debate whether music venues will open in the new year, what shows and social interactions will be like, and who is primed for great (and not-so-great) albums this year. Need a refresher on the artists releasing music this year? Check out our custom “Looking Forward to 2021” playlist on Spotify. And let us know which artist you’re most looking forward to see live in 2021 @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

    Episode 174: Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2021 54:53


    In this week’s episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian sit down to discuss the Bee Gees and their depiction in the new HBO documentary How Can You Mend a Broken Heart. It took Wyndham almost 200 episodes to convince the brothers to do a Bee Gees episode and they finally get into it. The brothers discuss their multi-generational entry points to the band, the band’s psychedelic and familial roots, and break down what the documentary got right (and what it missed). Let us know what you thought of the doc @thebrotherpod on Twitter. And if you’ve got a Saturday Night Fever and the only prescription is more Bee Gees, check out our custom Bee Gees playlist on Spotify.

    Episode 173: The Best Albums of 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2020 69:01


    In this week’s episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian share their collective top 21 albums of 2020. They discuss the podcast’s complicated (and slightly rigged) ranking system, how their listening habits have changed in a year without concerts, and the trend of double-albums and dual-releases this year. Let us know your favorite albums of the year on Twitter @thebrotherpod and if you’re still catching up, take a spin through our custom Best Music of 2020 playlist on Spotify.

    Episode 172: The Last Days of John Lennon with Dave Wedge

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2020 34:30


    In this week’s episode, Wyndham connects with Dave Wedge, co-author of the The Last Days of John Lennon—a true crime account of the days leading up to Lennon’s assassination by Mark David Chapman. Wedge discusses the collaboration with James Patterson and Casey Sherman to tell this story and explores Lennon’s humanity and vulnerability that was just beginning to emerge from the veneer of his fame. Dave Wedge is a New York Times bestselling author, journalist, and award-winning former reporter for the Boston Herald. His other books include Boston Strong: A City’s Triumph Over Tragedy and Hunting Whitey: The Inside Story of the Capture & Killing of America’s Most Wanted Crime Boss, both co-authored by his writing partner Casey Sherman. In addition to his storied career at the Herald, Wedge has written for VICE, Noisey, Esquire, Newsweek, and Revolver and has interviewed music legends like Ozzy Osbourne, Lemmy Kilmister, Notorious B.I.G., Johnny Rotten, and the final American interview of GWAR frontman Dave Brockie AKA Oderus Urungus. Catch a few stories from those interviews in this episode. The Last Days of John Lennon is currently on the New York Times bestseller list and can be found wherever books are sold, including Amazon and Audible.

    Episode 171: What Are You Listening To XI

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2020 37:44


    In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down for their final edition of “What Are You Listening To?” of 2020. The brothers make some early predictions for their personal album-of-the-year lists while breaking down some of their favorite recent albums—including some all-female punk from Barcelona, desert blues from Timbuktu, and one weird but wonderful indie rocker from Oklahoma. Let us know what you’ve been listening to in these final months of 2020 @thebrotherpod on Twitter. And if you’re still putting together your own list of favorites, take a listen to some of ours with our custom WAYLT: XI playlist on Spotify.

    Episode 170: Gold Connections Pt. III

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2020 53:26


    In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Christian interview indie rocker Will Marsh, the founder, singer, and songwriter for Gold Connections about his upcoming EP Ammunition available on 11/16 via AWAL on digital and cassette. They sit down to discuss the inspiration behind the music, the intellectual-slacker music scene of Charlottesville, and even dig into the intricacies of the British pottery industry.Pre-order the Ammunition cassette and get Gold Connections merch on Bandcamp:https://gold-connections.bandcamp.com/album/ammunitionWatch the video for the new Gold Connections single “Ammunition”:https://smarturl.it/GCAmmunitionEPFollow Gold Connections on social media:Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoldConnectionzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gold_connections/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoldConnectionsWeb: www.goldconnectionsmusic.comSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/goldconnectionsAnd listen to our first two interviews with Will Marsh here:Artist Spotlight: Gold ConnectionsEpisode 98: Gold Connections Returns

    Episode 169: Stop Making Sense vs. American Utopia

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2020 28:11


    In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy talk David Byrne and compare his two seminal concert films: 2020’s American Utopia and 1984’s Stop Making Sense about Talking Heads. They discuss their discovery of Talking Heads, how David Byrne has managed to stay not only relevant but iconic throughout his career, and break down how each film manages to capture the energy and excitement of Byrne’s performances—even for concert film skeptics like Jeremy. And of course, the famous suit.If you’re a fan of the films or just want to revisit some great David Byrne hits, take a spin through our “Stop Making Sense vs. American Utopia” playlist on Spotify.

    Episode 168: Van. Fucking. Halen.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2020 42:43


    In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to pay tribute to the late Eddie Van Halen. They discuss the life of one of the world’s greatest guitarists and his band’s evolution from a scrappy act in the early 70s through the “official Van Halen run,” answering questions such as “Why was Van Halen perfect for MTV?” and “Why are they the official soundtrack for drinking underage on a ski bus?”Crack one open with us as we remember the greatness of Eddie Van Halen and take a spin through our official “Van Fucking Halen” playlist on Spotify.

    Episode 167: Musical Marriages

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2020 41:09


    In this week’s episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian sit down to discuss musicians and band members who tied the knot. They break down the couples who pull off successful marriages and relationships, the messy breakups, and try to decide whether marrying your bandmate has a positive or negative effect on a band’s success.If you’re in the mood for love or just want to renew your matrimonial vows to the Brother Brother Brother podcast, you can set the mood with our custom Musical Marriages playlist on Spotify.

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