Every Album Ever with Mike Mansour & Alex Volz

This week we're discussing every album by TOOL. This band needs no introduction, considering they're one of the most famous metal bands in existence. This is, however, Mike's first deep dive into the band. Some controversial takes here, some not so controversial. But even if you aren't the biggest TOOL fan in the world, there is simply no denying what they do well.    Intro/Band Overview 00:00 Undertow 37:24 AEnima 53:04 Lateralus 1:07:24 10,000 Days 1:24:49 Fear Inoculum 1:41:02 Outro 2:10:37   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Patreon https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever   Merch https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/   Mike's EP: Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,   Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030 Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds   History Tom's stuff: Music on Spotify, Apple Podcast on Spotify, YouTube Substack Website   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Mike's Picks: Lateralus (2001) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Undertow (1993) -- Worst Album Fear Inoculum (2019) -- Least Favorite   Alex's Picks: Lateralus (2001) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Fear Inoculum (2019) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite   Albums we discussed this episode... Undertow (1993) AEnima (1996) Lateralus (2001) 10,000 Days (2006) Fear Inoculum (2019)

This week we're discussing every album by Creedle. If you haven't heard of this band, don't worry, no one has. However, we urge you to change that today. Creedle is one of the most criminally underrated and underappreciated prog bands that exists. If you're a fan of Mr. Bungle, King Crimson, Secret Chiefs 3, or just crazy music in general, then they are an absolute must listen.   Intro/Band Overview 00:00 Half Man Half Pie 13:24 Silent Weapons for Quiet Wars 34:40 When the Wind Blows 53:28 Outro 1:16:00   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Patreon https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever   Merch https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/   Mike's EP: Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,   Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030 Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds   History Tom's stuff: Music on Spotify, Apple Podcast on Spotify, YouTube Substack Website   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Mike's Picks: Silent Weapons for Quiet Wars (1994) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Half Man Half Pie (1992) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite   Alex's Picks: When the Wind Blows (1996) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Half Man Half Pie (1992) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite   Albums we discussed this episode... Half Man Half Pie (1992) Silent Weapons for Quiet Wars (1994) When the Wind Blows (1996)

This week we're discussing Lucro Sucio, the latest album by The Mars Volta. It's been three years since the Volta surprised us with their self-titled reunion album in 2022, and now Lucro Sucio shows the band even less predictable than ever. This easily has some of their most deep and psychedelic production. However, we still have problems with the album as a whole.   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Patreon https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever   Merch https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/   Mike's EP: Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,   Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030 Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds   History Tom's stuff: Music on Spotify, Apple Podcast on Spotify, YouTube Substack Website

This week we're discussing every remaining album by legendary prog rock band King Crimson. This episode tackles 1981 - 2003, where KC mainstays Adrian Belew and Tony Levin first join the group. Despite some moments that are a bit dated (specifically in the production), Robert Fripp and company continue to surprise us with their sheer audacity in their songwriting. Maybe these albums aren't perfect, but they sure are impressive.   Intro/Overview 00:00 Discipline 11:13 Beat 27:15 Three of a Perfect Pair 36:39 THRAK 50:18 The ConstruKction of Light 1:11:34 The Power to Believe 1:26:42 What are they up to now? 1:39:13   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Patreon https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever   Merch https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/   Mike's EP: Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,   Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030 Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds   History Tom's stuff: Music on Spotify, Apple Podcast on Spotify, YouTube Substack Website   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Mike's Picks: Discipline (1981) -- Best Album THRAK (1995) -- Personal Favorite The Power to Believe (2003) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite   Alex's Picks: The ConstruKction of Light (2000) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Beat (1982) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite   Albums we discussed this episode... Discipline (1981) Beat (1982) Three of a Perfect Pair (1984) THRAK (1995) The ConstruKction of Light (2000) The Power to Believe (2003)

This week we're discussing Birthing, the latest album by Swans. Our history guy and interviewer Tom Osman is filling in for Alex this week to reflect on our recent interview with Michael Gira, as well as take a deep dive into the final massive Swans album we're likely ever going to get. Birthing is as intense as it gets for Swans, so fans will be in for a treat, despite its 2 hour runtime. Be sure to check out all our episodes chronicling Swans' entire discography (episodes 150, 160, and 170), as well as our interview with Michael Gira. Birthing releases on May 30.   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Patreon https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever   Merch https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/   Mike's EP: Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,   Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030 Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds   History Tom's stuff: Music on Spotify, Apple Podcast on Spotify, YouTube Substack Website

This week we're interviewing Michael Gira: leader, vocalist, guitarist, and main songwriter for the legendary Swans. Swans' latest album, entitled Birthing, releases on May 30 and is reported by Gira to be the band's final large-sounding, expansive album. Michael was generous enough to have a phone conversation with Mike and Tom to talk all about it, as well as his creative process as a whole. Swans are a band like no other and if you haven't already, check out all of our episodes chronicling each of their studio albums.   Episode 150: Swans (Pt. 1) https://youtu.be/R5ltWzL0vI8 Episode 160: Swans (Pt. 2) https://youtu.be/J4dbhdpO84Y Episode 170: Swans (Pt. 3) https://youtu.be/QEQmqFQ-rbE   Intro 00:00 Interview Start 1:27 The Initial Songwriting Process 5:58 Michael's Lyrical Themes and Motifs 8:20 Outside Influences on Birthing 11:58 Why Michael Chose Music Instead of Art 17:41 Swans' Live Performances 18:57 Percussion Choices on Birthing 25:13 Composing Birthing's Songs In-Studio 26:36 Did Michael Plan for This To Be the Last Big Swans Album? 30:06 The New Direction for Swans 31:40 2025 Touring Plans, Birthing Release 32:25 Closing Words with Michael 35:25 Outro 36:05   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Patreon https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever   Merch https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/   Mike's EP: Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,   Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030 Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds   History Tom's stuff: Music on Spotify, Apple Podcast on Spotify, YouTube Substack Website  

This week we're discussing every album by Eyehategod. From New Orleans, Eyehategod are one of the most quintessential sludge metal bands that exists. Led by vocalist Mike IX Williams and guitarist Jimmy Bower, this band has been through hell since their formation in 1988. But they're still going strong after being wrecked with drug abuse, incarceration, and death.   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Patreon https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever   Merch https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/   Mike's EP: Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,   Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030 Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds   History Tom's stuff: Music on Spotify, Apple Podcast on Spotify, YouTube Substack Website   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Mike's Picks: In the Name of Suffering (1990) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Take as Needed for Pain (1993) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite   Alex's Picks: Take as Needed for Pain (1993) -- Best Album Eyehategod (2014) -- Personal Favorite A History of Nomadic Behavior (2021) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite   Albums we discussed this episode... In the Name of Suffering (1990) Take as Needed for Pain (1993) Dopesick (1996) Confederacy of Ruined Lives (2000) Eyehategod (2014) A History of Nomadic Behavior (2021)

This week we're tying up some loose ends by discussing the world is still here and so are we, the reunion album by mclusky. This is a reunion neither of us saw coming, but is shaping up to be one of the most memorable musical moments of the year. If you're a mclusky fan, chances are you won't be disappointed by this album. It's as fun, wild, and unpredictable as we've come to expect from these guys.   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Patreon https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever   Merch https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/   Mike's EP: Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,   Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030 Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds   History Tom's stuff: Music on Spotify, Apple Podcast on Spotify, YouTube Substack Website  

This week we're discussing every album by Green on Red. Let's not beat around the bush here. We hated this band and if we had any idea what they sounded like before this episode, we wouldn't have agreed to do it. It's our fault, honestly. But we listened to every album thoroughly regardless. They're a country rock band led by Dan Stuart and that's about all you need to know. Enter with caution.   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Patreon https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever   Merch https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/   Mike's EP: Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,   Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030 Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds   History Tom's stuff: Music on Spotify, Apple Podcast on Spotify, YouTube Substack Website   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Mike's Picks: Two Bibles EP (1981) -- Best Record, Personal Favorite No Free Lunch EP (1985) -- Worst Record, Least Favorite   Alex's Picks: Green on Red (1982) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Scapegoats (1991) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite   Albums we discussed this episode... Two Bibles EP (1981) Green on Red (1982) Gravity Talks (1983) Gas Food Lodging (1985) No Free Lunch EP (1985) The Killer Inside Me (1987) Here Come the Snakes (1989) This Time Around (1989) Scapegoats (1991) Too Much Fun (1992)

This week we're discussing Lonely People with Power, the latest album by Deafheaven. We've been massive fans of Deafheaven for years, but 2021's Infinite Granite had us split down the middle. Lonely People with Power shows the band returning to black metal in a massive way, shattering any assumptions people may have had that they are now a full-blown shoegaze band. Once again Deafheaven proves they are more than capable songwriters and continue to experiment in innovative ways. Crank this one.   -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Patreon https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever   Merch https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/   Mike's EP: Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,   Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030 Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds   History Tom's stuff: Music on Spotify, Apple Podcast on Spotify, YouTube Substack Website

This week we're discussing Thunderball, the latest album by Melvins. Technically, this was released as Melvins 1983, which has the band's very first drummer, Mike Dillard, on drums instead of Dale Crover. Thunderball also features experimental musicians Void Manes and Ni Maitres lending electronic contributions. If you're a fan of the early 90s sludge era of Melvins, then this is the album for you.   Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever   Merchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/   Mike's EP: Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,   Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030 Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds   History Tom's stuff: Music on Spotify, Apple Podcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstack Website

This week we're discussing every album by Tragic Mulatto. Truly one of the strangest and most unique punk bands who can't even be described as punk music. Led by saxophonist, tubist, and vocalist Gail Coulson and bassist Alistair Shanks, Tragic Mulatto is dirty, silly, deranged, and shockingly talented. Any fan of the Butthole Surfers should seek them out ASAP.Closing track: “The Suspect” from The Suspect/No Juice 7” (1983)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Mike on Instagram @pandermonkeyAlex on Bluesky @octatron3030Tom on Instagram @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteMike's Picks:Locos por el Sexo (1987) — Best Album, Personal FavoriteChartreuse Toulouse (1990) — Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlex's Picks:Chartreuse Toulouse (1990) — Best Album, Personal FavoriteJudo for the Blind EP (1984) — Worst Record, Least FavoriteAlbums we discussed this episode…Judo for the Blind EP (1984)Locos por el Sexo (1987)Hot Man P*ssy (1989)Chartreuse Toulouse (1990)

This week we're discussing Lower, the latest album by Benjamin Booker. After an 8 year hiatus, Booker is back with an album completely unlike his previous outings and one that's incredibly hard to narrow down to a single genre. However, it offers an excitingly diverse, emotionally resonant, and brilliantly produced (thanks to the collaboration of Kenny Segal) set of songs. Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Mike on Instagram @pandermonkeyAlex on Bluesky @octatron3030Tom on Instagram @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsite

This week we're discussing every album by Donnie and Joe Emerson. The Emersons recorded one album in the late 70s as teenagers in a hilariously expensive home studio built by their father. The result was a charmingly rough collection of songs obviously written by kids. They quickly faded into obscurity until they were discovered in the 2010s and miraculously gifted a second life. I hope you're ready for a good time.Closing track: “My Heart” from Dreamin' Wild (1979)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Mike on Instagram @pandermonkeyAlex on Bluesky @octatron3030Tom on Instagram @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteAlbums we discussed this episode…Dreamin' Wild (1979)Still Dreamin' Wild: The Lost Recordings 1979-81 (2014)

This week we're discussing every album by King Crimson from 1969 to 1974. Led by the legendary (and partially insane) Robert Fripp, King Crimson is one of the pioneers of prog rock, as well as one of the wildest and most influential bands of all time. This era of the band chronicles some of the most memorable albums in all of prog rock. But be warned, this is not a band that welcomes everyone. The insanity is real.Closing track” One More Red Nightmare” from Red (1974)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Mike on Instagram @pandermonkeyAlex on Bluesky @octatron3030Tom on Instagram @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteMike's Picks:In the Court of the Crimson King (1969) — Best AlbumRed (1974) — Personal FavoriteLarks' Tongues in Aspic (1973) — Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlex's Picks:Red (1974) — Best Album, Personal FavoriteIslands (1971) — Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlbums we discussed this episode…In the Court of the Crimson King (1969)In the Wake of Poseidon (1970)Lizard (1970)Islands (1971)Larks' Tongues in Aspic (1973)Starless and Bible Black (1974)Red (1974)

This week we're discussing Waiting Room, the latest album by Kathryn Mohr. Put out on The Flenser (one of our favorite labels), Waiting Room is lonely, bleak, and terribly atmospheric. Written and recorded by Mohr by herself, the minimalism is the album's most notable asset. But while it is unsettling and executed well, it might not be for everyone.Closing track: “Take It”Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Mike on Instagram @pandermonkeyAlex on Bluesky @octatron3030Tom on Instagram @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsite

This week we're discussing every album by Hum. While they can technically be considered a one-hit-wonder with their song "Stars" from 1995's You'd Prefer an Astronaut, Hum did way more and influenced so many more than they get credit for. Equal parts grunge, indie, and chunky post-hardcore--Hum has a style and personality so distinct, you can hear how much they influenced bands like Deftones today.Closing track: “Scraper” from Electra 2000 (1993)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Mike on Instagram @pandermonkeyAlex on Bluesky @octatron3030Tom on Instagram @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteMike's Picks:Electra 2000 (1993) — Best Album, Personal FavoriteInlet (2020) — Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlex's Picks:Inlet (2020) — Best AlbumElectra 2000 (1993) — Personal FavoriteFillet Show (1991) — Worst AlbumYou'd Prefer an Astronaut (1995) — Least FavoriteAlbums we discussed this episode…Fillet Show (1991)Electra 2000 (1993)You'd Prefer an Astronaut (1995)Downward Is Heavenward (1998)Inlet (2020)

This week we're discussing the latest album by Venamoris entitled To Cross or To Burn. Venamoris is the side project of Dave Lombardo (Slayer, Mr. Bungle, Fantomas, Dead Cross) and his wife Paula, and boy did it catch us off guard. No way were we expecting one of the most prolific and respected metal drummers to put out a genuinely good goth record. An unexpected delight that you should all check out.Closing track: “Truth”Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Mike on Instagram @pandermonkeyAlex on Bluesky @octatron3030Tom on Instagram @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsite

This week we're tying up some loose ends by discussing Bird Machine, the presumed final album by Sparklehorse. Shortly before his death in 2010, Mark Linkous recorded the foundation for these tracks with Steve Albini. Since then, Matt and Melissa Linkous took the tracks and completed them, giving them a proper release. While Mike and Alex generally weren't huge fans of Sparklehorse's records, no one can deny how moving this album is. Be sure to check out our thoughts on the full discography from episode 122.Closing track: “O Child”Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Mike on Instagram @pandermonkeyAlex on Bluesky @octatron3030Tom on Instagram @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsite

This week we're discussing every album (and EP) by My Bloody Valentine. MBV is one of the most influential rock bands of all-time and helped pioneer shoegaze, with singer/guitarist Kevin Shields's surreal and unreasonably noisy guitar tone. This band is for anyone who wants the prettiest music ever to also make their ears bleed. Jamil's Podcast on SpotifyClosing track: “you made me realise” from you made me realise EP (1988)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Mike on Instagram @pandermonkeyAlex on Bluesky @octatron3030Tom on Instagram @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteMike's Picks:Isn't Anything (1988) — Best Albumfeed me with your kiss EP (1988) — Personal FavoriteThis Is Your Bloody Valentine (1985) — Worst Record, Least FavoriteAlex's Picks:Loveless (1991) — Best Albumyou made me realise EP (1988) — Personal Favoritem b v (2013) — Worst Album, Least FavoriteJamil's Picks:Loveless (1991) — Best AlbumIsn't Anything (1988) — Personal FavoriteThis Is Your Bloody Valentine (1985) — Worst Record, Least FavoriteAlbums we discussed this episode…This Is Your Bloody Valentine (1985)Geek! EP (1985)The New Record by My Bloody Valentine EP (1986)Ecstasy and Wine (1987/1989)you made me realise EP (1988)feed me with your kiss EP (1988)Isn't Anything (1988)Glider EP (1990)Tremolo EP (1991)Loveless (1991)EP's 1988-1991 (2012)m b v (2013)

This week we're discussing the one and only album by Thorr's Hammer. While they only have one album, it has since become the stuff of legend due to being formed by sludge/doom pioneers Greg Anderson and Stephen O'Malley. However, the mind blowing vocals by a then 17-year-old Runhild Gammelsæter were the final necessary ingredient. Following Runhild's return to Norway, the band reformed as Burning Witch (whom we covered on episode 167).Closing track: “Troll” from Dommedagsnatt (1996)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Mike on Instagram @pandermonkeyAlex on Bluesky @octatron3030Tom on Instagram @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsite

This week we're discussing every album by both The Faith and Void. These two legendary hardcore punk bands will be forever linked because of their split LP from 1982. However, both bands couldn't be more different in their approach to punk. The Faith (whom Ian MacKaye's younger brother Alec fronted) was a prime example of quality songwriting and musicianship. Void, on the other hand, was pure ravenous chaos and inadvertent originators of extreme metal. Two of the best to ever do it.Closing tracks: “Slowdown” by The Faith from Subject to Change (1983); “Red Death” by Void from Potion For Bad Dreams (1983)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteAlbums we discussed this episodes…Faith/Void Split (1982)Subject to Change EP by The Faith (1983)Condensed Flesh EP by Void (1992; recorded 1981)Potion For Bad Dreams (1983; unreleased)

This week we're discussing the remaining albums by Metallica from 2003-2023. This is the episode you've all been waiting for. Not only do we do a deep dive on all their albums from this era, but we pay special attention to St. Anger, as well as their infamous collaboration with Lou Reed, Lulu. This is a fun one, prepare yourselves.Closing track: “My Apocalypse” from Death Magnetic (2008)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteMike's Picks:Death Magnetic (2008) — Best AlbumLulu (2011) — Personal FavoriteSt. Anger (2003) — Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlex's Picks:Death Magnetic (2008) — Best Album, Personal FavoriteSt. Anger (2003) — Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlbums we discussed this episode…St. Anger (2003)Death Magnetic (2008)Lulu (2011)Hardwired…To Self-Destruct (2016)72 Seasons (2023)

This week we're discussing Born Horses, the latest album by psychedelic alt rock band Mercury Rev. We covered Mercury Rev's entire discography on episode 138, so we weren't sure what to expect from this album. What we definitely weren't expecting was for Mike and Alex to be completely split on it. This is a fun one, folks, enjoy.Closing track: “Mood Swings”Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTube, AppleSubstackWebsite

This week we're discussing everything by Operation Ivy. For those who don't know, Op Ivy were one of the pioneers of ska punk in the late 80s, two of whose members went on to form Rancid (Tim Armstrong and Matt Freeman). While technically they have one album and one EP, everything is neatly compiled onto a self-titled compilation from 2007. This is not an episode for die hard fans of the band. Ska has never been our thing at EAE, so enter at your own risk.Closing track: “Take Warning” from Energy (1989)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteAlbums we discussed this episode…Hectic EP (1988)Energy (1989)Operation Ivy (2007)

This week we're ranking our favorite new albums of 2024. We say this every year, but this really was an incredible year for music and insanely difficult for us to narrow down our favorites. As a result, this episode has more surprises than any other year end episode of ours to date. Some of these albums are legitimate all-time greats, so dig in.Closing track: “Roy” from TANGK by IDLESPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteMike's Album of the Year:Cool World by Chat PileAlex's Album of the Year:Lives Outgrown by Beth GibbonsMike's List:10. Wild God by Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds9. Via Negativa (in the doorway light) by Xeno & Oaklander8. A Chaos of Flowers by Big Brave7. Vida Blue by Mamaleek6. To All Trains by Shellac5. Rampen (apm: alien pop music) by Einstürzende Neubauten4. “NO TITLE AS OF 13 FEBRUARY 2024 28,340 DEAD” by Godspeed You! Black Emperor3. Lives Outgrown by Beth Gibbons2. Infinite Desires by Donny Benét1. TANGK by IDLESAlex's List:10. American Standard by Uniform9. Blue Lips by Schoolboy Q8. A Chaos of Flowers by Big Brave7. Mansuetude by Buñuel 6. “NO TITLE AS OF 13 FEBRUARY 2024 28,340 DEAD” by Godspeed You! Black Emperor5. She Reaches Out to She Reaches Out to She by Chelsea Wolfe4. Chromakopia by Tyler the Creator3. Cool World by Chat Pile2. You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To by Knocked Loose1. TANGK by IDLES

This week we're discussing every album by King Krule, the stage name and project of London's Archy Ivan Marshall. King Krule is what you get when you blend jazz, indie, psychedelic, and trip hop, all while coating it in the dreamiest production you can imagine. Maybe his style isn't for everyone, but his production prowess alone is worthy of deep analysis. Mike and Alex disagree big time on King Krule, so pick your side and watch us fight.Closing track: “Wednesday Overcast” from Space Heavy (2023)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteMike's Picks:The OOZ (2017) — Best Album, Personal FavoriteA New Place 2 Drown (2015) — Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlex's Picks:6 Feet Beneath the Moon (2013) — Best AlbumA New Place 2 Drown (2015) — Personal FavoriteMan Alive! (2020) — Worst AlbumThe OOZ (2017) — Least FavoriteAlbums we discussed this episode…6 Feet Beneath the Moon (2013)A New Place 2 Drown (2015)The OOZ (2017)Man Alive! (2020)Space Heavy (2023)

This week we're discussing Wild God, the latest album by Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds. The first official Bad Seeds album since 2019's Ghosteen, Wild God shows the band with more energy than they've had in years. Ethereal, gospel inspired, and jam-packed with lovely passages and melodies. Cave fans should not miss this one.Closing track: “O Wow O Wow (How Wonderful She Is)”Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTube, AppleSubstackWebsite

This week we're discussing every album by D'Angelo. Don't let his over the top sensual music video for “Untitled (How Does It Feel)” turn you off (or on), D'Angelo is the R&B artist to convert any skeptics. Jazz, hip hop, soul, funk, and brilliant collabs with Questlove and J Dilla. A truly fantastic songwriter and performer. I hope you all have spare underwear ready.Closing track: “1000 Deaths” from Black Messiah (2014)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteMike's Picks:Black Messiah (2014) — Best AlbumBrown Sugar (1995) — Personal FavoriteVoodoo (2005) — Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlex's Picks:Voodoo (2000) — Best AlbumBlack Messiah (2014) — Personal FavoriteBrown Sugar (1995) — Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlbums we discussed this episode…Brown Sugar (1995)Voodoo (2000)Black Messiah (2014)

This week we're discussing “NO TITLE AS OF 13 FEBRUARY 2024 28,340 DEAD,” the latest album by Godspeed You! Black Emperor. For those familiar with the band, this album (and its lengthy and political title) will not surprise you. However, that is far from a bad thing. “NO TITLE…” shows the band as heartbreaking, beautiful, and dynamic as ever. Godspeed rarely disappoints, and this album is no different.Closing track: “GREY RUBBLE — GREEN SHOOTS”Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTube, AppleSubstackWebsite

This week we're discussing every album by alternative rock band Soul Asylum. Most people know them because of the Grammy-winning “Runaway Train.” But they actually started out as a wild Minneapolis punk band alongside The Replacements and Hüsker Dü. However, they quickly became a very straightforward rock band. Fans of the band beware, this is a brutal episode.Closing track: “Another World, Another Day” from Made to Be Broken (1986)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteMike's Picks:Say What You Will… (1984) — Best Album, Personal FavoriteLet Your Dim Light Shine (1995) — Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlex's Picks:Made to Be Broken (1986) — Best Album, Personal FavoriteThe Silver Lining (2006) — Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlbums we discussed this episode…Say What You Will… (1984)Made to Be Broken (1986)While You Were Out (1986)Hang Time (1988)And the Horse They Rode in On (1990)Grave Dancers Union (1992)Let Your Dim Light Shine (1995)Candy from a Stranger (1998)The Silver Lining (2006)Delayed Reaction (2012)Change of Fortune (2016)Hurry Up and Wait (2020)Slowly but Shirley (2024)

This week we're tying up some loose ends by discussing Merciless, the latest album by Body Count. Led by the legendary Ice-T and high school friend Ernie C, Body Count is back with another intensely brutal thrash album. After winning a Grammy for 2020's Carnivore, Merciless shows the band as heavy and charming as ever. Plus we got some guests on here, including Cannibal Corpse's Corpsegrinder, Max Cavalera, and believe or not, David Gilmour. Check out our previous episodes on Carnivore and Body Count's full discography (episode 9).Closing track: “Psychopath”Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTube, AppleSubstackWebsite

This week we're discussing every album by Metallica from 1991-1998. This is such a strange era for the band. They dominated the world of rock music with 1991's The Black Album, then returned 5 years later with short hair, eyeliner, and southern hard rock songs. Most people dismiss these mid-90s albums, but how do they really hold up all these years later?Closing track: “Where the Wild Things Are” from Reload (1997)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteMike's Picks:Metallica (aka The Black Album) (1991) — Best Album, Personal FavoriteLoad (1996) — Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlex's Picks:Metallica (aka The Black Album) (1991) — Best Album, Personal FavoriteReload (1997) — Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlbums we discussed this episode…Metallica (aka The Black Album) (1991)Load (1996)Reload (1997)Garage, Inc. (1998)

This week we're discussing Mansuetude, the latest album by genre-hopping noise rock maniacs Buñuel. Vocalist Eugene S. Robinson is most known from the now defunct Oxbow, whose recent breakup devastated us. But Mansuetude is an entirely different, but no less amazing trip into chaos. Eugene, Xabier, and Franz from the band also blessed us with an interview, which you can find starting at 43:46.Closing track: “Drug Burn”Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTube, AppleSubstackWebsite

This week we're discussing every album by The Sisters of Mercy. Led by mastermind Andrew Eldritch, this band is paramount in the creation of goth music as we know it. Although they came a few years after pioneers like Siouxsie and the Banshees or The Cure, The Sisters of Mercy's style was so distinct and memorable that most of what we recognize as goth can be traced back to them. Even if goth isn't your thing, there's a lot to be had here.Closing track: “Temple of Love” from Some Girls Wander by Mistake (1992)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteMike's Picks:First and Last and Always (1985) — Best Album, Personal FavoriteVision Thing (1990) — Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlex's Picks:Floodland (1987) — Best Album, Personal FavoriteVision Thing (1990) — Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlbums we discussed this episode…Some Girls Wander by Mistake (1992)First and Last and Always (1985)Floodland (1987)Vision Thing (1990)

This week we're tying up some loose ends by discussing the latest and self-titled album by Redd Kross. If you like Redd Kross, there's a very good chance you'll like this album. Jeff and Steve McDonald have never been shy about their love of the Beatles and 60s garage rock, so this album scratches that itch if you have it. Be sure to check out our full episode on Redd Kross's discography, episode 164.Closing track: “The Main Attraction”Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTube, AppleSubstackWebsite

This week we're discussing every album by the Geto Boys. If you thought 2 Live Crew was too family friendly, then Geto Boys have just the right amount of smut and over the top violence to satisfy you. Made up of Willie D, Scarface, and the 3'8" Bushwick Bill, Geto Boys helped pioneer gangsta rap, in addition to their own brand of violent and cartoonish misogyny. But these days, most would probably recognize them from their tracks featured in Mike Judge's Office Space. Time to grab a baseball bat and your least favorite copy machine.Closing track: "Gangster of Love" from Grip It! On That Other Level (1989)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteMike's Picks:Grip It! On That Other Level (1989) -- Best Album, Personal FavoriteDa Good da Bad & da Ugly (1998) -- Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlex's Picks:We Can't Be Stopped (1991) -- Best Album, Personal FavoriteThe Foundation (2005) -- Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlbums we discussed this episode...Making Trouble (1988)Grip It! On That Other Level (1989)We Can't Be Stopped (1991)Till Death Do Us Part (1993)The Resurrection (1996)Da Good da Bad & da Ugly (1998)The Foundation (2005)

This week we're discussing Cool World, the latest album by noise rock band Chat Pile. Although simply labeling an album this brilliant, engaging, and endlessly original "noise rock" is doing it a disservice. Cool World is the follow up to 2022's God's Country and it expands upon it in every way. This is a juggernaut of an album and one of the best this year. We're joined this episode by Tom Osman, our history guy, interviewer, and host of Whatever Comes Next with Tom Osman.Closing track: "Masc"Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTube, AppleSubstackWebsite

This week we're discussing Hiraeth, the latest album by Canadian "post-everything" band Respire. If you've ever wished Godspeed You! Black Emperor had more black metal elements, then this is the band and album for you. Respire even adds touches of screamo here--a genre we typically have little interest in--to give this record quite an original style. There's some real good stuff here.Closing track: "Voiceless; Nameless"Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTube, AppleSubstackWebsite

This week we're discussing every album by Flipper. While known to many as a huge influence to bands like Nirvana and the Melvins, Flipper are a punk band unlike any other. They're as amazing as they are terrible, but completely unique and bizarrely innovative. After founding member and bassist/vocalist Will Shatter died in 1987, they've gone through various breakups and reunions, even as far as recruiting Nirvana's Krist Novoselic and the Jesus Lizard's David Yow. These days they tour with the legendary Mike Watt.Closing track: "Hard Cold World" from Public Flipper Limited (1986)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexRobert @hoodpass.wicTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteRobert's show on NTS Radio: https://www.nts.live/shows/yayayi Robert's album: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6y9HtgqNCUTgnemSjTdpO4?autoplay=trueMike's Picks:Sex Bomb Baby (1988) -- Best AlbumAlbum - Generic Flipper (1982) -- Personal FavoriteAmerican Grafishy (1993) -- Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlex's Picks:Album - Generic Flipper (1982) -- Best AlbumGone Fishin' (1984) -- Personal FavoritePublic Flipper Limited (1986) -- Worst Album, Least FavoriteRobert's Picks:Album - Generic Flipper (1982) -- Best AlbumSex Bomb Baby (1988) -- Personal FavoriteAmerican Grafishy (1993) -- Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlbums we discussed this episode...Album - Generic Flipper (1982)Blow'n Chunks (1984)Gone Fishin' (1984)Public Flipper Limited (1986)Sex Bomb Baby (1988)American Grafishy (1993)Love (2009)

This week we're discussing Glossolalia, the latest solo album by Melvins drummer Dale Crover. Not only that, but he was kind enough to do an interview with us talking all about it, as well as tons of other great insights. While known primarily as a drummer, Crover is actually quite the songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He's also joined by some notable guests on Glossolalia, including Kim Thayil, Ty Segal, and even a brief appearance by Tom Waits. Dig it.Interview starts at 34:48Closing track: "Doug Yuletide"Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTube, AppleSubstackWebsite

This week we're discussing Rack, the latest album by The Jesus Lizard and their first in 26 years. None of us saw this album coming and the return of one of the greatest noise rock bands of all-time is a welcome one. Rack shows David Yow, Duane Denison, David Wm. Sims, and Mac McNeilly returning to their roots, as well as venturing into fairly uncharted musical territory. We were not disappointed and it deserves a listen by any fans of the band. Don't forget to check out our full episode on The Jesus Lizard if you haven't already (episode 142).Closing track: "Alexis Feels Sick"Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTube, AppleSubstackWebsite

This week we're discussing every album by Dazzling Killmen. While they were peers of bands like Scratch Acid and the Jesus Lizard, and worked with Steve Albini numerous times, the Killmen were impossible to compare. Equal parts noise rock, punk, and math rock, their music is ferocious, complex, and unmeasurably tight. If you're into noisy aggressive music at all, you simply must hear them. They are legends who don't get nearly enough credit.Closing track: "Agitator" from Face of Collapse (1994)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteMike and Alex's Picks:Face of Collapse (1994) -- Best Album, Personal FavoriteRecuerda (1996) -- Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlbums we discussed this episode...Dig Out the Switch (1992)Face of Collapse (1994)Recuerda (1996)

This week we're discussing every album by Metallica from 1983 to 1988. That's right, all the thrash albums. This era highlights not only some of their most ferocious and technical material (and let's face it, BEST albums), but also their time with legendary bassist Cliff Burton before his tragic death. Everyone and their mom has heard these albums, but now it's time to hear them again.Closing track: "Dyers Eve" from ...And Justice for All (1988)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteMike's Picks:Master of Puppets (1986) -- Best Album, Personal FavoriteKill 'Em All (1983) -- Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlex's Picks:Master of Puppets (1986) -- Best Album...And Justice for All (1988) -- Personal FavoriteKill 'Em All (1983) -- Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlbums we discussed this episode...Kill 'Em All (1983)Ride the Lightning (1984)Master of Puppets (1986)...And Justice for All (1988)

This week we're discussing Umbilical, the latest album by sludge/doom metal band Thou. We sure you hope you like punishing, brutal, and unrelenting metal, because Umbilical is one of the gnarliest records released this year. Not counting collab albums, this is the band's first full-length since 2018's Magnus. Crank it and brace yourselves.Closing track: "House of Ideas"Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTube, AppleSubstackWebsite

This week we're discussing every album by Acid Bath. While their existence was short lived, Acid Bath's style of sludge metal and stoner rock was a clear inspiration to bands like Pantera. If you're looking for brutal sludge with hard rock hooks, these dudes deliver.Closing track: "Finger Paintings of the Insane" from When the Kite String Pops (1994)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteAlbums we discussed this episode...When the Kite String Pops (1994)Paegan Terrorism Tactics (1996)

This week we're discussing Lost Themes IV: Noir, the latest album by legendary movie director John Carpenter. Collaborating with his son, Cody Carpenter and his godson, Daniel Davies, this is Carpenter's fourth album and it's a ton of fun. Like previous Lost Themes albums, there are a ton of synths, 80s rock guitars, and driving electronic rhythms. Is it reinventing the wheel? Definitely not. But it's well done and scratches a specific itch.Closing track: "The Demon's Shadow"Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTube, AppleSubstackWebsite

This week we're discussing every album by Faith No More. As one of the pioneers of alt metal, Faith No More combined heavy hip hop-spired rhythms with chunky metal guitarwork to create a wholly unique style. But since Mike Patton joined the band in the late 80s, FNM has evolved into one of the most interesting and diverse rock bands of all time. These guys are legendary, simple as that. Not to mention some of Patton's onstage antics teeter into criminal activity territory.Closing track: "Just a Man" from King for a Day... Fool for a Lifetime (1995)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on SpotifySubstackWebsiteMike's Picks:The Real Thing (1989) -- Best Album, Personal FavoriteAlbum of the Year (1997) -- Worst AlbumIntroduce Yourself (1987) -- Least FavoriteAlex's Picks:Angel Dust (1992) -- Best Album, Personal FavoriteIntroduce Yourself (1987) -- Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlbums we discussed this episode...We Care a Lot (1985)Introduce Yourself (1987)The Real Thing (1989)Angel Dust (1992)King for a Day... Fool for a Lifetime (1995)Album of the Year (1997)Sol Invictus (2015)

This week we're taking some time to honor the great Steve Albini. Having already done full episodes on Big Black, Rapeman, and most recently Shellac, this time we're talking about everything Albini has worked on that's affected us over the years. Mike speaks with Alex, their history guy, Tom, as well as his brother Robert about everything Steve Albini and his incredible legacy. Closing track: "Over" by Oxbow from Serenade in Red (1996)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsRobert @hoodpass.wicHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTubeSubstackWebsiteRobert's show on NTS Radio: https://www.nts.live/shows/yayayi Robert's album: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6y9HtgqNCUTgnemSjTdpO4?autoplay=true

This week we're discussing every album by Shellac. After covering Big Black and Rapeman in past episodes, it was only a matter of time before we eventually got to Shellac. However, due to the unexpected and tragic loss of Steve Albini this year, this episode is bittersweet. They were a fantastic band that we're happy to dissect in detail here.Closing track: "Watch Song" from 1000 Hurts (2000)Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on SpotifySubstackWebsiteMike's Picks:1000 Hurts (2000) -- Best AlbumAt Action Park (1994) -- Personal FavoriteExcellent Italian Greyhound (2007) -- Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlex's Picks:At Action Park (1994) -- Best Album, Personal FavoriteExcellent Italian Greyhound (2007) -- Worst Album, Least FavoriteAlbums we discussed this episode...At Action Park (1994)The Futurist (1997)Terraform (1998)1000 Hurts (2000)Excellent Italian Greyhound (2007)Dude Incredible (2014)To All Trains (2024)

This week we're discussing Cometh the Storm, the latest album by the great High on Fire. Led by guitarist/vocalist Matt Pike (Sleep) and joined for the first time by drummer Coady Willis (Murder City Devils, Big Business, Mevlins), Cometh the Storm is High on Fire doing what they do best. Is it similar to their other albums? Yes. Does it rule? Also yes.Closing track: "Darker Fleece"Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/everyalbumeverMerchhttps://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/Mike's EP:Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,Instagram:Mike @pandermonkeyAlex @everyalbumalexTom @tomosmansoundsHistory Tom's stuff:Music on Spotify, ApplePodcast on Spotify, YouTube, AppleSubstackWebsite