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Matt and Kris love music, but their tastes are wildly different. Their ability to appreciate music outside their wheelhouse though? Well, that’s what they're here to test. On each episode of Turning Tracks, Matt or Kris gets to pick a band they love and select 10 tracks from their career to try and convey why they love them. What new kinds of music will they both discover and/or learn to appreciate? Let’s find out!

Kris Randazzo


    • May 12, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 47m AVG DURATION
    • 30 EPISODES


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    Turning Tracks 30: Ben Folds Five

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 98:14


    Show Notes For Kris's pick, he went with the piano rock stylings of Ben Folds Five! Useful Links Ben Folds Five Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Turning Tracks 29: X-Cops

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 101:41


    Show Notes For Matt's pick, he went with the GWAR spinoff band X-Cops. Big ol' advisory warning on this one!      Useful Links X-Cops Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Turning Tracks 28: Argyle johansen

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 85:43


    Show Notes Kris turns the spotlight on an old friend who just so happens to be a very talented musician.     Useful Links Argyle Johansen Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Turning Tracks 27: Hank Williams Sr.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 79:55


    Show Notes Matt celebrates 100 Years of Grand Ole Opry by shining a spotlight on someone who was banned from it, Hank Williams Sr!     Useful Links Hank Williams Sr.  Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Turning Tracks 26: Holiday Mixtape Vol. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2024 88:22


    Show Notes Kris puts together a collection of tunes that brings him joy during the holidays    Useful Links Weird Al Yankovic The Push Stars Snow Patrol Guster Sax Gordon Schocholautte Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings Denis Leary Fountains of Wayne Melancholiaah The OneUps Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Turning Tracks 25: Toad the Wet Sprocket

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 140:40


    Show Notes Paul from A Theater Near You joins Matt and Kris to discuss Toad the Wet Sprocket.    Useful Links Toad the Wet Sprocket Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Turning Tracks 24: Halloween Mixtape Vol. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 104:53


    Show Notes Matt is back with an all-new Halloween Mixtape to get you into the spirit of the season!   Useful Information INTRO - The Specials - “Ghost Town” (1981) Screamin' Jay Hawkins - “Frenzy” - (Cow Fingers and Mosquito Pies - 1957) Rockwell - “Somebody's Watching Me” - (Somebody's Watching Me - 1984) Necromantix - “Where Do Monsters Go” - (Dead Girls Don't Cry - 2004) She Wants Revenge - “Tear You Apart” - (She Wants Revenge - 2004) Rattlin' Bone - “Going Home” (The Life and Death of - 2011) The Bomboras - “Playa De Los Muertos” - (Head Shrinkin' Fun - 1998) Poe - “Haunted” - (Haunted - 2004) Wolfsheim - “Once in a Lifetime” - (Spectators - 1999) Gary Numan - “Love Hurt Bleed” - Splinter (Songs From a Broken Mind - 2013) MDFMK - “Witch Hunt” - (MDFMK - 1999) OUTRO - 2wo/Rob Halford - “Leave Me Alone” - (Voyeurs - 1997) Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Turning Tracks Episode 23: Jack Drag

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 90:34


    Show Notes For Kris's pick this month, he chose Jack Drag. How did Matt enjoy these low-fi sounds? Let's find out!  Useful Links Jack Drag Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Turning Tracks 22: VAST

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 102:24


    For Matt's pick this month, he chose VAST. What did Kris make of this band he's neer heard of? Let's find out!  Useful Links VAST Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Turning Tracks Episode 21: Collective Soul

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 123:48


    For Kris's pick this month, he chose Collective Soul. How did he come up with a tracklist of just 10 songs representing over 30 years of music? Let's find out!  Useful Links Collective Soul Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.20 – Alice in Chains

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 117:39


    Show Notes For Matt's pick this month, he chose Alice in Chains. What did Kris think of this 90s rock band made? Let's find out!  Useful Links Alice in Chains Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.19 – The Pillows

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 83:36


    Show Notes For Kris's pick this month, he chose The Pillows. What did Matt think of this Japanese rock band made popular by the anime series FLCL? Let's find out!  Useful Links The Pillows Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.18 – Mudvayne

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 107:02


    Show Notes For Matt's pick this month, he chose Mudvayne. How did Kris react to their loud, math-rock stylings? Just what the heck is math rock anyway? Let's find out!  Useful Links Mudvayne Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.17 – Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 78:38


    Show Notes For Kris's pick, he went with the band Hockey. This now defunct Portland band had a killer debut album, but what happened after that? Let's find out together!  Useful Links Hockey Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.16 – Nirvana

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 115:08


    Show Notes For Matt's pick, he tries to educate Kris on just why Nirvana is a well loved as they are, and he does so without playing the hits.  Useful Links Nirvana Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.15 – The Naked and Famous

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 110:49


    Show Notes For Kris's next pick, he went with The Naked and Famous, a band that's a bit outside his normal tastes, but still a whole lot of fun to listen to.  Useful Links The Naked and Famous Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.14 – Halloween Mixtape Vol. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 138:04


    Show Notes Happy Halloween! To celebrate the scariest day of the year, Matt has assembled a special mixtape of ten horrifying songs to get you into the spirit of the season.  Useful Information INTRO: The Monster Mash - Bobby “Boris” Pickett and the Crypt-Kickers Bela Lugosi's Dead - Bahaus (Press Eject and Give Me the Tape) 1982 Halloween - Misfits (Legacy of Brutality) 1985 Burn - The Cure (The Crow: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) 1994 Another World - Beborn Benton (Truth) 1997 Red Right Hand - Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds (Let Love In) 1994 Hand of Death - Rob Zombie & Alice Cooper (Songs in the Key of X: Music From and Inspired by the X-Files) 1996 Diabolo's Theme -  The Ghastly Ones (A-Haunting We Will Go-Go) 1997 Black No. 1 - Type O Negative (Bloody Kisses) 1993 I Put A Spell On You - Screamin' Jay Hawkins (At Home with Screamin' Jay Hawkins) 1956 In League - Bile (Sex Reflex) 2000 OUTRO: Ministry - (Everyday is) Halloween Acoustic  Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.13 – Schocholautte

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 104:30


    Show Notes For the show's one year anniversary, Kris shares the music of Schocholautte, a band that he was the drummer for.   Useful Links Schocholautte (This is actually a link to my personal YouTube channel where I've uploaded all the videos I could find of the band).  Official site (This is from after Kris's time with the band) Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.12 – HORSE the Band

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 99:12


    Episode 12 Show Notes For Matt's pick this month, the guys listen to the unique stylings of HORSE the Band.  Useful Links Horse the Band Official site Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.11 – Jonathan Coulton

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 75:26


    Show Notes For Kris's pick this month, the guys listen to the brilliantly bizarre stylings of Jonathan Coulton.  Useful Links Jonathan Coulton Official site Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.10 – The Claypool Lennon Delirium

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 95:56


    Show Notes For Matt's pick this month, things take a turn for the weird with a trip through The Claypool Lennon Delirium.  Useful Links The Claypool Lennon Delirium Official site Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.9 – The Refreshments

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 97:04


    Show Notes For Kris's pick this month, he dives into the immeasurably wonderful tunes of The Refreshments.  Useful Links The Refreshments Official site Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.8 – Clutch

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 137:46


    Show Notes For Matt's pick this month, he introduces Kris to Clutch, a band with a musical evolution that's nothing short of impressive.  Useful Links Clutch Official site Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.7 – The Push Stars

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2023 104:23


    Show Notes For Kris's pick this month, he introduces Matt to one of his favorite underrated rock groups, The Push Stars.       Useful Links The Push Stars Official site Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.6 – Johnny Cash

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 142:54


    Show Notes For Matt's pick this month, he gave Kris a proper education on the music of the legendary Johnny Cash.       Useful Links Johnny Cash Official site Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.5 – The Monkees

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 120:35


    Show Notes It was Kris's turn again, and his pick was a blast from his past, The Monkees! Fabricated for the sake of a sitcom, this now legendary band has had one heck of a career. Tune in to hear what Kris chose as the 10 tracks that define his experience with the band best.          Useful Links The Monkees Official site Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.4 – Depeche Mode

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 142:47


    Show Notes It was Matt's turn to pick this month, and he went with Depeche Mode. Having been regularly creating music for over 40 years, this legendary band has quite a legacy, and an earned one at that. Tune in to hear what Matt chose as the 10 tracks that define his experience with the band best.          Useful Links Depeche Mode Official site Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.3 – Dispatch

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 124:43


    Show Notes It's Kris's pick this month, and he decided to introduce Matt to one of his biggest musical influences, Dispatch. This trio formerly known as One Fell Swoop has had quite a career, and their music is sure to bring some joy into your day. Enjoy!          Useful Links Dispatch Official site Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.2 – White Zombie

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022


    Show Notes For Matt's first episode hosting, he chose White Zombie, just in time for Halloween! That was totally on purpose too, and not just a convenient coincidence. They've been featured on a number of soundtracks over the years, but they're more than just their greatest hits. Enjoy!          Useful Links White Zombie Official site Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

    Ep.1 – Fountains of Wayne

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 105:00


    Show Notes Matt and Kris kick off their new show with the music of Fountains of Wayne, a 90s rock band with a remarkable amount of talent for writing catchy tunes. Enjoy!          Useful Links Fountains of Wayne Fountains of Wayne VEVO Radiation Vibe Saving for a Custom Van Social Stuff Support us on Patreon Geekade Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Website Contact Us

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