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Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! ~~~~ PODFAST #19 - Why YOU Deserve $50,000 FEATURED LINKS: Get the "Give me $50,000" shirt! Get the "Give me $50,000" mug! Read the full manifesto! ~~~~ FEATURED SONG: REC – “Make Me Mic My Mouth” (from Syzygy for the Weird and RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE When we last PODFASTED, I read you my treatise, The $50,000 Manifesto, and discussed each part. The response was underwhelming. This is a topic that deserves more airtime and deeper connections. So I'm dedicating PODFAST 19 to expounding, explaining, & extrapolating the ideas the treatise contains. What I want from you is NOT $50,000. Unless you have it to spare, then fork it the f*ck over! What I do want are your thoughts, questions, protests, cheers, and anything else you'd like to contribute. I'd also love it if you spread the word, either by getting a shirt or mug, or sharing this episode. And if you'd like to donate just a pinch of dough, try one of these links: PATREON BANDCAMP GOFUNDME Let me have it – discuss dammit! ~~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! ~~~~ PODFAST #19 - Why YOU Deserve $50,000 FEATURED LINKS: Get the "Give me $50,000" shirt! Get the "Give me $50,000" mug! Read the full manifesto! ~~~~ FEATURED SONG: REC – “Make Me Mic My Mouth” (from Syzygy for the Weird and RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE When we last PODFASTED, I read you my treatise, The $50,000 Manifesto, and discussed each part. The response was underwhelming. This is a topic that deserves more airtime and deeper connections. So I'm dedicating PODFAST 19 to expounding, explaining, & extrapolating the ideas the treatise contains. What I want from you is NOT $50,000. Unless you have it to spare, then fork it the f*ck over! What I do want are your thoughts, questions, protests, cheers, and anything else you'd like to contribute. I'd also love it if you spread the word, either by getting a shirt or mug, or sharing this episode. And if you'd like to donate just a pinch of dough, try one of these links: PATREON BANDCAMP GOFUNDME Let me have it – discuss dammit! ~~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Shirts and mugs! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 22 - TWO-Hit Wonders FEATURED SONG: NICK – “Scream” (from The Metrogrande Sessions) SCREAM IT EVERYWHERE You've heard of one-hit wonders, and you probably know at least a couple dozen of those songs. What you might not know is that many of those bands actually had more than one hit. In this episode, I bust the myth of one-hit wonders by using my criteria to show that most of those artists charted at least twice, if not more. I also talk about other well-known artists who had just a couple of hits. And I discuss how many of these artists had longer & more successful careers than you might think. Which songs or artists come to mind when you think of one-hit wonders? Can you recall those artists having another hit, or does that come as a surprise to you? What non-one-hit wonders did I miss? Discuss dammit! BONUS VIDEO: Live acoustic original song and cover of a song by The Romantics ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Shirts and mugs! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 22 - TWO-Hit Wonders FEATURED SONG: NICK – “Scream” (from The Metrogrande Sessions) SCREAM IT EVERYWHERE You've heard of one-hit wonders, and you probably know at least a couple dozen of those songs. What you might not know is that many of those bands actually had more than one hit. In this episode, I bust the myth of one-hit wonders by using my criteria to show that most of those artists charted at least twice, if not more. I also talk about other well-known artists who had just a couple of hits. And I discuss how many of these artists had longer & more successful careers than you might think. Which songs or artists come to mind when you think of one-hit wonders? Can you recall those artists having another hit, or does that come as a surprise to you? What non-one-hit wonders did I miss? Discuss dammit! BONUS VIDEO: Live acoustic original song and cover of a song by The Romantics ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep. 106 In the Season 7 opener, Kelly Marie dives deep into the topic of movement and its foundational impact on overall wellbeing, with a focus on the role of sleep. Kelly engages with Soda Kuczkowski, sleep enthusiast and entrepreneur, in a conversation that offers practical tips on setting up a successful sleep environment, the ramifications of screen time before bed, and the implications of caffeine consumption on sleep quality. With practical advice grounded in scientific knowledge, this episode is filled with actionable insights to help listeners forge a harmonious relationship between their movement throughout the day and their rest during the night. "A good night's sleep starts the minute that you wake up." - Soda Kuczkowski Key Takeaways: Setting Up a Sleep-Positive Environment: Prioritizing your sleep space with dimmable lights, darkening blinds, and a dust-free room can substantially increase sleep quality. The Impact of Blue Light: Technology can be both a sleep aid and a hindrance. Blue light exposure from screens should be managed to support our natural sleep-wake cycle. The Exercise-Sleep Connection: Exercise is beneficial for sleep, but timing matters. Avoid strenuous activity close to bedtime and opt for gentle movements like yoga or stretching. Caffeine's Role in Sleep: Caffeine can reduce the depth of sleep by 20% and suppress the production of melatonin. It's essential to understand one's personal sensitivity to caffeine. The Importance of Morning Routines: A good night's sleep starts with how you wake up. Exposure to natural light and morning stretches can set a positive tone for the day and improve sleep. Resources: Sleep Space App (Mentioned for light adjustments and monitoring - sleepspace.com/startwithsleep) Try It Free for 30 days Shop for Products to Create Your Perfect Sleep Space at TheDoze.co Listen to the Doze Podcast for weekly tips on how to improve your Sleep Health Q+A "What practical steps can I take to improve the quality of my sleep and enhance the effectiveness of my exercise routine?" "How does exposure to screens and caffeine consumption affect my ability to achieve restorative sleep, and consequently, impact my exercise performance?" "What role does morning routine play in optimizing sleep quality and setting the stage for a successful day of physical activity?" Chapters: 0:00:00 - Introduction to Season 7 0:01:32 - Soda Kuczkowski's background and passion for sleep 0:02:04 - The impact of sleep on mental and physical health 0:02:41 - The importance of stretching in the morning 0:03:38 - Setting up a sleep routine and creating a sleep-friendly environment 0:05:22 - Limiting exposure to blue light from electronic devices before bed 0:06:09 - The negative effects of cell phones and televisions on sleep 0:07:47 - Recommendations for sleep-related products 0:09:01 - Exercise Before Bed? 0:10:03 - The suppression of melatonin production by caffeine 0:10:31 - Alcohol and caffeine suppress melatonin production. 0:11:08 - The importance of sleep for athletes and exercise routines. 0:13:05 - Negative impact of hitting the snooze button 0:14:28 - The recommended amount of sleep and signs of sleep disorders. 0:16:13 - The significant impact of light regulation on sleep quality. 0:17:48 - How to work with a sleep specialist and develop a sleep schedule. 0:19:13 - Prioritizing sleep and understanding individual sleep needs. 0:19:55 - Sleep patterns and lifestyle 0:20:11 - Recommendation: Sleep Space app with free trial 0:21:18 - Conclusion and invitation to check the show notes 0:21:49 - Next episode preview: Running for mental health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I spend an hour with educator, author, musician & songwriter, Pete Braidis. Pete is a high school teacher in Haddon Township, NJ. He's also the founder, guitarist and principal songwriter of the seminal South Jersey "alt" band, The Ape Cafe, for which I was the lead singer and keyboardist. Listen to Ape Cafe music And Pete is the author of three music books, including the forthcoming The Police: every album, every song, which you can preorder now. Get all his books here: The Police: every album, every song Asia: every album, every song Unstrung Heroes: Fifty Guitar Greats You Should Know FEATURED SONG: The Ape Cafe – “Granny" BONUS EPISODE - Outtakes! ~~~~ Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt or mug! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Sing Owwt" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I spend an hour with educator, author, musician & songwriter, Pete Braidis. Pete is a high school teacher in Haddon Township, NJ. He's also the founder, guitarist and principal songwriter of the seminal South Jersey "alt" band, The Ape Cafe, for which I was the lead singer and keyboardist. Listen to Ape Cafe music And Pete is the author of three music books, including the forthcoming The Police: every album, every song, which you can preorder now. Get all his books here: The Police: every album, every song Asia: every album, every song Unstrung Heroes: Fifty Guitar Greats You Should Know FEATURED SONG: The Ape Cafe – “Granny" BONUS EPISODE - Outtakes! ~~~~ Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt or mug! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Sing Owwt" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! ~~~~ PODFAST #18 - Give Me $50,000 FEATURED LINKS: Read the full manifesto! Get the "Give me $50,000" shirt! Get the "Give me $50,000" mug! ~~~~ Lately I've been talking more about how all music careers involve a cost-benefit analysis. Whether a superstar, making a living, or barely making any money at all, every musician must assess and reassess whether it's worth it to continue, and if so, how. The bottom line is … the bottom line. All artists need money. Money to create. Money to live. Most of us don't make much, and have to supplement our incomes. Or worse yet, we're urged to ask for money from fans, friends & family – people who often have as little as we do. I gave this a lot of thought, and realized there's a solution. I called it THE $50,000 MANIFESTO, and published it on social a couple of years ago. To our ears it might sound radical, even outrageous. But it's not unprecedented. Plenty of countries and eras have implemented it. So on PODFAST 18, I'm going to read my manifesto in full. I'll then explain why & how it connects to a podcast about music, and what if anything you can do about it. It's an episode like no other. Thoughts? Discuss dammit! ~~~~ *intro/outro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! ~~~~ PODFAST #18 - Give Me $50,000 FEATURED LINKS: Read the full manifesto! Get the "Give me $50,000" shirt! Get the "Give me $50,000" mug! ~~~~ Lately I've been talking more about how all music careers involve a cost-benefit analysis. Whether a superstar, making a living, or barely making any money at all, every musician must assess and reassess whether it's worth it to continue, and if so, how. The bottom line is … the bottom line. All artists need money. Money to create. Money to live. Most of us don't make much, and have to supplement our incomes. Or worse yet, we're urged to ask for money from fans, friends & family – people who often have as little as we do. I gave this a lot of thought, and realized there's a solution. I called it THE $50,000 MANIFESTO, and published it on social a couple of years ago. To our ears it might sound radical, even outrageous. But it's not unprecedented. Plenty of countries and eras have implemented it. So on PODFAST 18, I'm going to read my manifesto in full. I'll then explain why & how it connects to a podcast about music, and what if anything you can do about it. It's an episode like no other. Thoughts? Discuss dammit! ~~~~ *intro/outro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Shirts and mugs! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 19 - What's an ALBUM?? And WHY?? – Part 4.1: The 1980s – Indie Vs. Pop | MxG - Season 6 Episode 19 FEATURED SONG: REC – “In Your Dreams Tonight” (cover of the Agent Orange song, from Syzygy for the Weird and IT WASN'T ME !) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE In the exciting conclusion of Part 4 of my history of albums, we close out the 1980s. We've already seen how quickly music changed in the first half of the decade. In the second half, popular music absorbed more of the underground sound and style, creating an even deeper divide that gave even more power to the industry, and drove indie scenes even deeper underground. And as the megastar machine became more and more top-heavy, the underground was preparing for a takeover that even they didn't see coming. How do you feel about the second half of the 1980s as compared to the first half? Do you prefer it? Does it sound more ‘80s to you? Can you hear how the divide between the super popular and the indie was setting up a major shift in the next decade? Discuss dammit! BONUS VIDEO: The history of the CD! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Shirts and mugs! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 20 - What's an ALBUM?? And WHY?? – Part 4.2: The 1980s FEATURED SONG: REC – “In Your Dreams Tonight” (cover of the Agent Orange song, from Syzygy for the Weird and IT WASN'T ME !) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE In the exciting conclusion of Part 4 of my history of albums, we close out the 1980s. We've already seen how quickly music changed in the first half of the decade. In the second half, popular music absorbed more of the underground sound and style, creating an even deeper divide that gave even more power to the industry, and drove indie scenes even deeper underground. And as the megastar machine became more and more top-heavy, the underground was preparing for a takeover that even they didn't see coming. How do you feel about the second half of the 1980s as compared to the first half? Do you prefer it? Does it sound more ‘80s to you? Can you hear how the divide between the super popular and the indie was setting up a major shift in the next decade? Discuss dammit! BONUS VIDEO: The history of the CD! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Shirts and mugs! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 19 - What's an ALBUM?? And WHY?? – Part 4.1: The 1980s – Indie Vs. Pop | MxG - Season 6 Episode 19 FEATURED SONG: Business of Ferrets – “Komputers & Kognac” (feat. Nick DeMatteo & Pete Braidis, from IT WASN'T ME !) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE In Part 4 of my history of albums, we've made it to the 1980s. The 1980s are considered a big decade for singles, so we often forget that some of the greatest and biggest selling albums were released then. I talk about those albums, as well as lesser known notable albums, and how technology influenced their crafting. As synths and recording became more and more affordable, artists were able to take more control over how an album was produced and crafted. This created the first true underground scenes, and split music and album development between the big stars of the industry pop machine and smaller artists of the indie label scenes. NOTE: Because I know more about the 1980s than previous decades, I'm splitting this episode into two parts. This week's episode will go to 1985. What are your favorite albums from the first half of the 1980s? Do you think these albums hold up to the greats from other decades? How do you feel about 1980s production values in comparison to the 1970s and 1990s? When you think of the 1980s, do you identify more with the first or second half of the decade? Discuss dammit! BONUS VIDEO: Cassettes! Their history, and their significance in different eras. ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Shirts and mugs! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 19 - What's an ALBUM?? And WHY?? – Part 4.1: The 1980s – Indie Vs. Pop | MxG - Season 6 Episode 19 FEATURED SONG: Business of Ferrets – “Komputers & Kognac” (feat. Nick DeMatteo & Pete Braidis, from IT WASN'T ME !) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE In Part 4 of my history of albums, we've made it to the 1980s. The 1980s are considered a big decade for singles, so we often forget that some of the greatest and biggest selling albums were released then. I talk about those albums, as well as lesser known notable albums, and how technology influenced their crafting. As synths and recording became more and more affordable, artists were able to take more control over how an album was produced and crafted. This created the first true underground scenes, and split music and album development between the big stars of the industry pop machine and smaller artists of the indie label scenes. NOTE: Because I know more about the 1980s than previous decades, I'm splitting this episode into two parts. This week's episode will go to 1985. What are your favorite albums from the first half of the 1980s? Do you think these albums hold up to the greats from other decades? How do you feel about 1980s production values in comparison to the 1970s and 1990s? When you think of the 1980s, do you identify more with the first or second half of the decade? Discuss dammit! BONUS VIDEO: Cassettes! Their history, and their significance in different eras. ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I spend an hour with songwriter, composer and teacher, Jed Becker. Jed has composed music for Dora the Explorer and Go, Diego, Go. He's also the founder and songwriter for the band Joy Buzzer, whose new album, Pleased to Meet You, is coming out on Wicked Cool records later this year. Jed is currently accepting students in Brooklyn. If you want lessons in piano, guitar, electric bass, ukulele, Pro Tools or GarageBand, contact Jed here: https://www.beckersongs.com/ For more on Jed and his music: https://jedbecker.com/ https://joybuzzerband.com/ FEATURED SONG: Joy Buzzer – “Judy, Judy, Judy” (from the forthcoming album, Pleased to Meet You) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jggVSqkutzY BONUS MxTRA VIDEO - OUTTAKES! ~~~~ Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt or mug! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Sing Owwt" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I spend an hour with songwriter, composer and teacher, Jed Becker. Jed has composed music for Dora the Explorer and Go, Diego, Go. He's also the founder and songwriter for the band Joy Buzzer, whose new album, Pleased to Meet You, is coming out on Wicked Cool records later this year. Jed is currently accepting students in Brooklyn. If you want lessons in piano, guitar, electric bass, ukulele, Pro Tools or GarageBand, contact Jed here: https://www.beckersongs.com/ For more on Jed and his music: https://jedbecker.com/ https://joybuzzerband.com/ FEATURED SONG: Joy Buzzer – “Judy, Judy, Judy” (from the forthcoming album, Pleased to Meet You) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jggVSqkutzY BONUS EPISODE - Outtakes! ~~~~ Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt or mug! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Sing Owwt" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ PODFAST #17 - Nick's VIBEMATIC: 1. Playlist Jan 2024 FEATURED LINKS: Nick's January Playlist on Spotify Nick's January Playlist on YouTube GET THE SHIRT! ~~~~ For PODFAST 17, I'm starting something ELSE new. A playlist review. Every year I make a playlist of songs I like that I can imagine putting on at a party. Last year's list was too huge to appreciate in any enjoyable way. So this year I've decided to make MONTHLY playlists instead. This PODFAST is all about my January 2024 playlist. I make it on Spotify, but for you I've also recreated it on YouTube. It's NOT A MIX. There's no flow to the sequence. It's just a collection of songs I like this month, meant to be played on shuffle. As with all my playlists, it's not just about stuff that recently debuted. It's anything I ran across that I wanted to hear more than a few times. And it's always hella eclectic. You'll be surprised how much discussion this generates. Anything on my playlist that grabs you? What's on your playlist this month? Discuss dammit! ~~~~ *intro/outro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! ~~~~ PODFAST #17 - Nick's VIBEMATIC: 1. Playlist Jan 2024 FEATURED LINKS: Nick's January Playlist on Spotify Nick's January Playlist on YouTube GET THE SHIRT! ~~~~ For PODFAST 17, I'm starting something ELSE new. A playlist review. Every year I make a playlist of songs I like that I can imagine putting on at a party. Last year's list was too huge to appreciate in any enjoyable way. So this year I've decided to make MONTHLY playlists instead. This PODFAST is all about my January 2024 playlist. I make it on Spotify, but for you I've also recreated it on YouTube. It's NOT A MIX. There's no flow to the sequence. It's just a collection of songs I like this month, meant to be played on shuffle. As with all my playlists, it's not just about stuff that recently debuted. It's anything I ran across that I wanted to hear more than a few times. And it's always hella eclectic. You'll be surprised how much discussion this generates. Anything on my playlist that grabs you? What's on your playlist this month? Discuss dammit! ~~~~ *intro/outro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Shirts and mugs! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 17 - The Kinks – The BIGGEST INDIE BAND in HISTORY FEATURED SONG: NICK – “Just the Same” (from 96 / 95) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE This week's episode is on the Kinks, the most overlooked and underrated of the big four 1960s British Invasion bands. They have been acclaimed by critics and musicians, and have influenced disparate styles and bands in every decade since they formed. Punk, metal, chamber pop and Britpop are just a few of the genres they helped shape, and in some ways pioneered. I go through their history, their albums, make the case that they might have been more quietly influential than even the Rolling Stones, and argue that it's possible they're the biggest indie band in history. Are you a Kinks fan? Where do they fall for you in the British Invasion hierarchy? Do you think they deserve more recognition? Discuss dammit! BONUS VIDEO: Live acoustic versions of a Kinks song and an original ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Shirts and mugs! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 17 - The Kinks – The BIGGEST INDIE BAND in HISTORY FEATURED SONG: NICK – “Just the Same” (from 96 / 95) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE This week's episode is on the Kinks, the most overlooked and underrated of the big four 1960s British Invasion bands. They have been acclaimed by critics and musicians, and have influenced disparate styles and bands in every decade since they formed. Punk, metal, chamber pop and Britpop are just a few of the genres they helped shape, and in some ways pioneered. I go through their history, their albums, make the case that they might have been more quietly influential than even the Rolling Stones, and argue that it's possible they're the biggest indie band in history. Are you a Kinks fan? Where do they fall for you in the British Invasion hierarchy? Do you think they deserve more recognition? Discuss dammit! BONUS VIDEO: Live acoustic versions of a Kinks song and an original ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Shirts and mugs! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 16 - Bleep Boop – Video Game Music is SUPER EPIC LEGEND FEATURED SONG: REC – “Korean Pop Song” (from The Sunshine Seminar) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE Video games have been a part of our lives for almost 50 years. Almost all of those games have had music associated with them. Some of that music has become iconic, even to non-gamers. This week's MxG is all about video game music. Where it came from. How it developed. What it has inspired. I go into the full history, and name check a bunch of legendary & favorite songs & soundtracks. What are some of your favorite video game songs? Can you hum one right now, even though you haven't heard it in years? Do you think video game music can be as good as “regular” music? Discuss dammit! BONUS VIDEO: Genres Inspired by Video Game Music ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Shirts and mugs! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 16 - Bleep Boop – Video Game Music is SUPER EPIC LEGEND FEATURED SONG: REC – “Korean Pop Song” (from The Sunshine Seminar) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE Video games have been a part of our lives for almost 50 years. Almost all of those games have had music associated with them. Some of that music has become iconic, even to non-gamers. This week's MxG is all about video game music. Where it came from. How it developed. What it has inspired. I go into the full history, and name check a bunch of legendary & favorite songs & soundtracks. What are some of your favorite video game songs? Can you hum one right now, even though you haven't heard it in years? Do you think video game music can be as good as “regular” music? Discuss dammit! BONUS VIDEO: Genres Inspired by Video Game Music ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Shirts and mugs! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 15 - Death is DUMB Volume 16: Death is DRUM FEATURED SONG: REC – “All On Me (lo-fi)” (from the upcoming album Kite To Camden (lo-fi)) https://www.nickdematteo.com/recsingleallonme This volume of Death is DUMB is dedicated to drummers. There have been way too many tragic drummer deaths over the decades. I go over as many of them as I can, including some recent deaths tragic or not, and do my best to pay tribute to these great musicians. Were any of these drummers your favorites? Which deaths hit you the most? Are there drummers I totally missed? Discuss dammit! BONUS VIDEO: Spinal Tap's many dead drummers ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Shirts and mugs! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 15 - Death is DUMB Volume 16: Death is DRUM FEATURED SONG: REC – “All On Me (lo-fi)” (from the upcoming album Kite To Camden (lo-fi)) https://www.nickdematteo.com/recsingleallonme This volume of Death is DUMB is dedicated to drummers. There have been way too many tragic drummer deaths over the decades. I go over as many of them as I can, including some recent deaths tragic or not, and do my best to pay tribute to these great musicians. Were any of these drummers your favorites? Which deaths hit you the most? Are there drummers I totally missed? Discuss dammit! BONUS VIDEO: Spinal Tap's many dead drummers ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ PODFAST #16 - The T-Shirt Hierarchy FEATURED LINK: The Official REC & MxG Merch Store! ~~~~ PODFAST 16 is all about t-shirts, one of my favorite subjects, and something every music lover should know about. I do a super quick history, go over some of the main types of tees, then lay out my hierarchy of music t-shirt wearers. And I do all this while modeling some of REC & MxG's own signature shirts, which you can get here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/rec--mxg-merch/ Are you a t-shirt fan? What t-shirts do you own? Where do you fall in the hierarchy? Discuss dammit! ~~~~ *intro/outro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ PODFAST #16 - The T-Shirt Hierarchy FEATURED LINK: The Official REC & MxG Merch Store! ~~~~ PODFAST 16 is all about t-shirts, one of my favorite subjects, and something every music lover should know about. I do a super quick history, go over some of the main types of tees, then lay out my hierarchy of music t-shirt wearers. And I do all this while modeling some of REC & MxG's own signature shirts, which you can get here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/rec--mxg-merch/ Are you a t-shirt fan? What t-shirts do you own? Where do you fall in the hierarchy? Discuss dammit! ~~~~ *intro/outro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Shirts and mugs! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 14 - What's an ALBUM?? And WHY?? – Part 3: The THREE DECADES of the 1970s FEATURED SONG: The Drop – “Stay With Me” (from It Wasn't Me !) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE In Part 3 of my history of albums, we get to the big one: the 1970s. If the album can be said to have had a heyday (and I say nay), this is the decade when it happened. Sales rose. Creativity soared. Critics still look at this decade as a peak of the album as art. Many fans do too. I name check some of the big albums – creatively & commercially, and include some personal faves. I talk about how the album developed & expanded, as did genres both popular and underground. I also argue that the 1970s was really three decades in one. What are your favorite albums of the 1970s? Is this your favorite decade for albums, or do you feel it's overrated? Can you hear the difference between early, middle & late decade music? Discuss dammit! BONUS VIDEO: Artists who went disco! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Shirts and mugs! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 14 - What's an ALBUM?? And WHY?? – Part 3: The THREE DECADES of the 1970s FEATURED SONG: The Drop – “Stay With Me” (from It Wasn't Me !) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE In Part 3 of my history of albums, we get to the big one: the 1970s. If the album can be said to have had a heyday (and I say nay), this is the decade when it happened. Sales rose. Creativity soared. Critics still look at this decade as a peak of the album as art. Many fans do too. I name check some of the big albums – creatively & commercially, and include some personal faves. I talk about how the album developed & expanded, as did genres both popular and underground. I also argue that the 1970s was really three decades in one. What are your favorite albums of the 1970s? Is this your favorite decade for albums, or do you feel it's overrated? Can you hear the difference between early, middle & late decade music? Discuss dammit! BONUS VIDEO: Artists who went disco! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ FEATURED SONG: REC – “Different People” (from The Sunshine Seminar) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE https://www.nickdematteo.com/recthesunshineseminar This is the 31st edition of a subseries I call MUSIC is EVERYTHING, which focuses more on opinion, philosophy, and theories than hard facts. In this edition, I make the claim that no artist or genre actually has a heyday. The music's quality, sales, and/or critical success all peak at some point, but not always at the same time. Often an artist's or genre's best work comes after the popularity has waned, and even after critics have stopped paying attention. How do YOU define heyday? Do you agree with my assessments? What artists do you think did (or are still doing) better work than when they were the most popular, or most beloved by critics? Are there artists/genres you think DID have a heyday, and everything after that doesn't measure up? Discuss dammit! BONUS MxTRA VIDEO: THE OUTLIER SINGLE PHENOMENON ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ FEATURED SONG: REC – “Different People” (from The Sunshine Seminar) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE https://www.nickdematteo.com/recthesunshineseminar This is the 31st edition of a subseries I call MUSIC is EVERYTHING, which focuses more on opinion, philosophy, and theories than hard facts. In this edition, I make the claim that no artist or genre actually has a heyday. The music's quality, sales, and/or critical success all peak at some point, but not always at the same time. Often an artist's or genre's best work comes after the popularity has waned, and even after critics have stopped paying attention. How do YOU define heyday? Do you agree with my assessments? What artists do you think did (or are still doing) better work than when they were the most popular, or most beloved by critics? Are there artists/genres you think DID have a heyday, and everything after that doesn't measure up? Discuss dammit! BONUS MxTRA VIDEO: THE OUTLIER SINGLE PHENOMENON ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 11 - Music Magazines – Believe EVERYTHING You Read FEATURED SONG: NICK – “What It Is” (from What It Is) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE Here comes the SIXTH catch-up episode, and it's a big one. I had a TON of fan engagement in 2023, so there's a lot to go over. As usual, I dive into fan & contributor comments, and go over a few things I missed and/or thought of after the fact. I ALSO share a bunch of great feedback from people into bands who you THINK would be well-known, but maybe not so much. Like the Bee Gees, Depeche Mode, New Order, and Duran Duran. If you're one of those aforementioned commenters, thank you! If not, what topic would you like me to tackle in 2024 that you WOULD comment on? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Shirts and mugs! Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 11 - Music Magazines – Believe EVERYTHING You Read FEATURED SONG: NICK – “What It Is” (from What It Is) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE Here comes the SIXTH catch-up episode, and it's a big one. I had a TON of fan engagement in 2023, so there's a lot to go over. As usual, I dive into fan & contributor comments, and go over a few things I missed and/or thought of after the fact. I ALSO share a bunch of great feedback from people into bands who you THINK would be well-known, but maybe not so much. Like the Bee Gees, Depeche Mode, New Order, and Duran Duran. If you're one of those aforementioned commenters, thank you! If not, what topic would you like me to tackle in 2024 that you WOULD comment on? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ PODFAST #15 - Non-Christmas Holiday Music FEATURED MUSIC: Nick's Holiday Playlist ~~~~ This week marks the first ever back-to-back PODFAST episodes. It's a busy time of year, so I wanted to keep stuff tight. For the past few years, I've dedicated one December episode to something about Christmas. This year, I'm giving time to non-Christmas holiday music. Some of it we hear all the time – such as non-denominational winter songs like “Let It Snow”. Others are specific to holidays celebrated by fewer people, though no less cherished & important. There's about a 100% chance I'm missing some songs, and possibly even some holidays. What do you think I should have included? And is any of this music as special to you as Christmas music? Discuss dammit! ~~~~ *intro/outro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ PODFAST #15 - Non-Christmas Holiday Music FEATURED MUSIC: Nick's Holiday Playlist ~~~~ This week marks the first ever back-to-back PODFAST episodes. It's a busy time of year, so I wanted to keep stuff tight. For the past few years, I've dedicated one December episode to something about Christmas. This year, I'm giving time to non-Christmas holiday music. Some of it we hear all the time – such as non-denominational winter songs like “Let It Snow”. Others are specific to holidays celebrated by fewer people, though no less cherished & important. There's about a 100% chance I'm missing some songs, and possibly even some holidays. What do you think I should have included? And is any of this music as special to you as Christmas music? Discuss dammit! ~~~~ *intro/outro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ PODFAST #14 - Quick Takes from the Continuum #4: Now IS Then FEATURED SONG: REC – “Porch Step” (exclusive premiere track from the upcoming Kite To Camden) ~~~~ This week's PODFAST is the fourth edition of Quick Takes from the Continuum. This time around I do speedy reviews of nine albums. It's my usual eclectic mix, but they all have one thing in common: they somehow pull from or refer to music from the past. Olivia Rodrigo The Hives The Streets Andre 3000 Duran Duran Juliana Hatfield Dolly Parton The Rolling Stones Ringo Starr I also weigh in on the Beatles' “Now and Then”. There's been lots of commentary, much of it even-handed and insightful. But there are a few things missing which I take a shot at filling in, including the REAL REASON this song is so very Beatles & so very true to their legacy. What are YOUR TAKES on any of this music? Discuss dammit! ~~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ PODFAST #14 - Quick Takes from the Continuum #4: Now IS Then FEATURED SONG: REC – “Porch Step” (exclusive premiere track from the upcoming Kite To Camden) ~~~~ This week's PODFAST is the fourth edition of Quick Takes from the Continuum. This time around I do speedy reviews of nine albums. It's my usual eclectic mix, but they all have one thing in common: they somehow pull from or refer to music from the past. Olivia Rodrigo The Hives The Streets Andre 3000 Duran Duran Juliana Hatfield Dolly Parton The Rolling Stones Ringo Starr I also weigh in on the Beatles' “Now and Then”. There's been lots of commentary, much of it even-handed and insightful. But there are a few things missing which I take a shot at filling in, including the REAL REASON this song is so very Beatles & so very true to their legacy. What are YOUR TAKES on any of this music? Discuss dammit! ~~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 11 - Music Magazines – Believe EVERYTHING You Read FEATURED SONG: NICK – “It's Almost Over” (from The Metrogrande Sessions) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE This week's episode is on music magazines. I go over their history & heyday, delineate the five types of mags, name the current most popular mags both in print and online, and throw down on which ones actually do good journalism and are worth reading. Are you a music magazine reader? What are your faves? Which ones do you think cover music as even-handedly as possible? Discuss dammit! BONUS MxTRA VIDEO: THE HISTORY OF ZINES ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 11 - Music Magazines – Believe EVERYTHING You Read FEATURED SONG: NICK – “It's Almost Over” (from The Metrogrande Sessions) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE This week's episode is on music magazines. I go over their history & heyday, delineate the five types of mags, name the current most popular mags both in print and online, and throw down on which ones actually do good journalism and are worth reading. Are you a music magazine reader? What are your faves? Which ones do you think cover music as even-handedly as possible? Discuss dammit! BONUS MxTRA VIDEO: THE HISTORY OF ZINES ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 10 - What's an ALBUM?? And WHY?? – Part 2: Coming of Age in the 1960s FEATURED SONG: NICK – “Naked” (from Listen You People) – STREAM IT EVERYWHERE In the long awaited Part 2 of my series on the history of albums, we hit the 1960s. It's when the album fully came of age, and set the stage for its dominance in the decade to come. I discuss how the album developed from a collection of songs into a work of art in its own right, and go over some of the decade's greatest albums, including my favorites. I also talk about how the album – and music as a whole – became a vital part of the social & political culture at large. What are your favorite albums of the 1960s? Do you feel like that was the heyday of albums, or was that still on its way? Discuss dammit! BONUS MxTRA VIDEO: THE HISTORY OF 45s ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 10 - What's an ALBUM?? And WHY?? – Part 2: Coming of Age in the 1960s FEATURED SONG: NICK – “Naked” (from Listen You People) – STREAM IT EVERYWHERE In the long awaited Part 2 of my series on the history of albums, we hit the 1960s. It's when the album fully came of age, and set the stage for its dominance in the decade to come. I discuss how the album developed from a collection of songs into a work of art in its own right, and go over some of the decade's greatest albums, including my favorites. I also talk about how the album – and music as a whole – became a vital part of the social & political culture at large. What are your favorite albums of the 1960s? Do you feel like that was the heyday of albums, or was that still on its way? Discuss dammit! BONUS MxTRA VIDEO: THE HISTORY OF 45s ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 9 - DURAN DURAN – They're EVERYWHERE EVERYWHERE FEATURED SONG: REC - "Come A Little Closer (Scared Boy Remix)" (from Parts and Labour) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE This week is on Duran Duran, one of the most influential ‘80s bands, whose legacy & longevity rarely get the notice they deserve. I go through their entire career & discography, discuss their influence as one of the prime originators of electro power pop, and show how more bands owe a debt to them than we realize. Are you a Duran Duran fan fan? Are you aware that they're still releasing new material? Have you heard bands since then who were clearly influenced by them? Discuss dammit! BONUS EPISODE: MY ACOUSTIC TAKES ON "ORDINARY WORLD" AND AN ORIGINAL! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 9 - DURAN DURAN – They're EVERYWHERE EVERYWHERE FEATURED SONG: REC - "Come A Little Closer (Scared Boy Remix)" (from Parts and Labour) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE This week is on Duran Duran, one of the most influential ‘80s bands, whose legacy & longevity rarely get the notice they deserve. I go through their entire career & discography, discuss their influence as one of the prime originators of electro power pop, and show how more bands owe a debt to them than we realize. Are you a Duran Duran fan fan? Are you aware that they're still releasing new material? Have you heard bands since then who were clearly influenced by them? Discuss dammit! BONUS EPISODE: MY ACOUSTIC TAKES ON "ORDINARY WORLD" AND AN ORIGINAL! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ PODFAST #12 - Yin is SECRETLY INTO Yang: The LOVEFEST Inside the PROTEST FEATURED SONG: NICK - "On the Way Down" (from What It Is) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE ~~~~ This week's PODFAST came as a surprise and a shock. I learned well after the fact that George Winston, a favorite ambient pianist and musical touchstone of mine, died at the age of 74. I pay tribute to him, and explain in detail why he should be a cherished artist of yours too. ~~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ PODFAST #12 - Yin is SECRETLY INTO Yang: The LOVEFEST Inside the PROTEST FEATURED SONG: NICK - "On the Way Down" (from What It Is) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE ~~~~ This week's PODFAST came as a surprise and a shock. I learned well after the fact that George Winston, a favorite ambient pianist and musical touchstone of mine, died at the age of 74. I pay tribute to him, and explain in detail why he should be a cherished artist of yours too. ~~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 8 - The Beatles Part 8 – Infinite Influence FEATURED SONG: NICK - "Regular Day" (from The Metrogrande Sessions) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE https://www.nickdematteo.com/nickthemetrograndesessions In Part 8 of my ongoing Beatles series, I talk about their influence. From the moment they started getting attention, other artists knew the world of music could never be the same. I go decade-by-decade, using five elements that illustrate that, since at least 1964, every artist in one way or another has been influenced by them. I also talk about some of the great Beatles covers. What music would you add to my list? Or are there artists I mentioned that you don't think belong in this group? And do you agree that all post-Beatles music has in some way been influenced by them? Discuss dammit! BONUS EPISODE: TWO ACOUSTIC SONGS! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 8 - The Beatles Part 8 – Infinite Influence FEATURED SONG: NICK - "Regular Day" (from The Metrogrande Sessions) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE In Part 8 of my ongoing Beatles series, I talk about their influence. From the moment they started getting attention, other artists knew the world of music could never be the same. I go decade-by-decade, using five elements that illustrate that, since at least 1964, every artist in one way or another has been influenced by them. I also talk about some of the great Beatles covers. What music would you add to my list? Or are there artists I mentioned that you don't think belong in this group? And do you agree that all post-Beatles music has in some way been influenced by them? Discuss dammit! BONUS EPISODE: MY ACOUSTIC TAKES ON "I WILL" AND AN ORIGINAL! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 7 - BackTalk with Steve Erickson – ROUND 2: A Second Look at First Albums In Round 2 of BackTalk, Steve Erickson & I discuss early albums of famous artists, and whether or not they're worth a second listen. What famous artist do you think people should explore the earliest work of? Discuss dammit! BONUS BEHIND THE SCENES VIDEO on how I put this (and many other) episodes together, including more thoughts on the subject. Find out more about Steve: http://steeveecom.wordpress.com http://callinamagician.bandcamp.com/ ~~~ *music credit: REC - "Sing Owwt" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 7 - BackTalk with Steve Erickson – ROUND 2: A Second Look at First Albums In Round 2 of BackTalk, Steve Erickson & I discuss early albums of famous artists, and whether or not they're worth a second listen. What famous artist do you think people should explore the earliest work of? Discuss dammit! BONUS BEHIND THE SCENES VIDEO on how I put this (and many other) episodes together, including more thoughts on the subject. Find out more about Steve: http://steeveecom.wordpress.com http://callinamagician.bandcamp.com/ ~~~ *music credit: REC - "Sing Owwt" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 6 - Depeche Mode & New Order – The Flipside Twins of New Wave FEATURED SONGS: REC – “Polymath” (from Syzygy for the Weird AND RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) REC – “All Kinds of Right (The Highway 28 Song)” (from Synergy for the Weird) STREAM THEM EVERYWHERE https://www.nickdematteo.com/reccollection This week it's the powerhouse double whammy of Depeche Mode and New Order, flip sides of the same new wave / techno coin. I talk about their careers, compare & contrast their mix of darkness & light, and explain why they'll always be linked together in my mind. Are you a fan of either band? Do you prefer one? Do you remember when you could ONLY be a fan of one or the other? Can you hear their influence on music of the last 20 years? Discuss dammit! BONUS EPISODE ON VINCE CLARKE! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 6 - Depeche Mode & New Order – The Flipside Twins of New Wave FEATURED SONGS: REC – “Polymath” (from Syzygy for the Weird AND RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) REC – “All Kinds of Right (The Highway 28 Song)” (from Synergy for the Weird) STREAM THEM EVERYWHERE https://www.nickdematteo.com/reccollection This week it's the powerhouse double whammy of Depeche Mode and New Order, flip sides of the same new wave / techno coin. I talk about their careers, compare & contrast their mix of darkness & light, and explain why they'll always be linked together in my mind. Are you a fan of either band? Do you prefer one? Do you remember when you could ONLY be a fan of one or the other? Can you hear their influence on music of the last 20 years? Discuss dammit! BONUS EPISODE ON VINCE CLARKE! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I spend an hour with Steve Rosen, veteran rock journalist and author of TONECHASER - UNDERSTANDING EDWARD: MY 26-YEAR JOURNEY WITH EDWARD VAN HALEN. We discuss how he came to write this book, his professional and personal relationship with Eddie Van Halen, the band's music, and so much more. For more on Steve and his incredible book: https://www.tonechaserbook.com/ BONUS EPISODE featuring more comments on the book and my take on Van Halen's career ~~~~ Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~ *intro/outro music credit: REC - "Sing Owwt" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I spend an hour with Steve Rosen, veteran rock journalist and author of TONECHASER - UNDERSTANDING EDWARD: MY 26-YEAR JOURNEY WITH EDWARD VAN HALEN. We discuss how he came to write this book, his professional and personal relationship with Eddie Van Halen, the band's music, and so much more. For more on Steve and his incredible book: https://www.tonechaserbook.com/ BONUS EPISODE featuring more comments on the book, and my take on Van Halen's career ~~~~ Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~ *intro/outro music credit: REC - "Sing Owwt" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ PODFAST #12 - Yin is SECRETLY INTO Yang: The LOVEFEST Inside the PROTEST FEATURED SONG: The Drop – “Rocket Trip, Man” (from Long Held Grudges) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE ~~~~ Ever hate a genre or artist so much that you're practically obsessed? It happens to everyone, and methinks we ALL protest too much. In the twelfth PODFAST, I talk about how, deep inside our visceral dislike of certain kinds of music is an attraction we can't unhook from. And how pulling it apart fosters perspective, understanding, and connection. What bands or genres can you just not stand? What exactly is it about them that you hate so much? How might those elements of dislike be connected to something you actually love? Discuss dammit! ~~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ PODFAST #12 - Yin is SECRETLY INTO Yang: The LOVEFEST Inside the PROTEST FEATURED SONG: The Drop – “Rocket Trip, Man” (from Long Held Grudges) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE ~~~~ Ever hate a genre or artist so much that you're practically obsessed? It happens to everyone, and methinks we ALL protest too much. In the twelfth PODFAST, I talk about how, deep inside our visceral dislike of certain kinds of music is an attraction we can't unhook from. And how pulling it apart fosters perspective, understanding, and connection. What bands or genres can you just not stand? What exactly is it about them that you hate so much? How might those elements of dislike be connected to something you actually love? Discuss dammit! ~~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 4 - The Wombats – MarSUPERIOR Electro Power Pop FEATURED SONG: NICK – “Sick” (from Listen You People - REMASTERED 2023) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE Have you heard the Wombats? Cuz you should. They are one of Britain's best & most consistent bands of the last 20 years. I just saw them in concert in Philly, and they were INCREDIBLE. They're also the EPITOME of electro power pop. I have no idea if that's what they'd call themselves. But when I listen to them, they sound the closest to REC's music of any recent artist. I talk about their history, the concert, what they're doing now, and why they are the current torchbearers in a long line of premiere power pop bands. LIVE ACOUSTIC WOMBATS COVER & A BRAND NEW REC SONG https://www.patreon.com/MUSICisnotaGENRE REPLACE LINK Can you picture what an actual wombat looks like? Can you imagine what the Wombats sound like? Have you heard them, and if so, what do you like? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 4 - The Wombats – MarSUPERIOR Electro Power Pop FEATURED SONG: NICK – “Sick” (from Listen You People - REMASTERED 2023) STREAM IT EVERYWHERE Have you heard the Wombats? Cuz you should. They are one of Britain's best & most consistent bands of the last 20 years. I just saw them in concert in Philly, and they were INCREDIBLE. They're also the EPITOME of electro power pop. I have no idea if that's what they'd call themselves. But when I listen to them, they sound the closest to REC's music of any recent artist. I talk about their history, the concert, what they're doing now, and why they are the current torchbearers in a long line of premiere power pop bands. LIVE ACOUSTIC WOMBATS COVER & A BRAND NEW REC SONG Can you picture what an actual wombat looks like? Can you imagine what the Wombats sound like? Have you heard them, and if so, what do you like? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 3 - Death is DUMB Volume 13: The Bee Gees – Brilliant Gents at Busting Genres FEATURED SONG: REC – “You Make Me Wanna” (from Syncopy for the Weird AND RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) OR STREAM IT ANYWHERE The lucky 13th installment of MxG's Death is DUMB series is about the Gibb brothers: Barry, Maurice, Robin and Andy. I talk about how prolific and consistent they were, and how their legacy goes far beyond pop & disco. I also make mention of how & why their career eventually tanked for good in the US, and flesh out that subject in the Patreon exclusive MxTRA video on the Disco Sucks movement. Are you into the Bee Gees? Did you know them first for their pop hits in the 1960s, or for their disco era smash success? Were you aware that they had a long and successful career more than 20 years beyond Saturday Night Fever? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 3 - Death is DUMB Volume 13: The Bee Gees – Brilliant Gents at Busting Genres FEATURED SONG: REC – “You Make Me Wanna” (from Syncopy for the Weird AND RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) OR STREAM IT ANYWHERE The lucky 13th installment of MxG's Death is DUMB series is about the Gibb brothers: Barry, Maurice, Robin and Andy. I talk about how prolific and consistent they were, and how their legacy goes far beyond pop & disco. I also make mention of how & why their career eventually tanked for good in the US, and flesh out that subject in the Patreon exclusive MxTRA video on the Disco Sucks movement. Are you into the Bee Gees? Did you know them first for their pop hits in the 1960s, or for their disco era smash success? Were you aware that they had a long and successful career more than 20 years beyond Saturday Night Fever? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 2 - Beck – THE Megaclectic Musical Amalgamist FEATURED SONG: REC – “Sparkle Shine Shine” (from The Sunshine Seminar) OR STREAM IT ANYWHERE This week is all about Beck. He's been my doppelganger for a long time, and someone I've listened to off and on for almost 30 years. I get into his history, influences, and discography, and talk about how he might be THE premiere musical amalgamist. I discuss how he's still kind of underappreciated. And I explain why he and my band REC are so often compared. LIVE ACOUSTIC BECK SONG! Are or were you a Beck fan? Did you check out after Odelay or Sea Change, or have you followed his work throughout? Do you like how he's able to bounce from genre to genre, often blending them as well, or is it too ADD for you? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 2 - Beck – THE Megaclectic Musical Amalgamist FEATURED SONG: REC – “Sparkle Shine Shine” (from The Sunshine Seminar) OR STREAM IT ANYWHERE This week is all about Beck. He's been my doppelganger for a long time, and someone I've listened to off and on for almost 30 years. I get into his history, influences, and discography, and talk about how he might be THE premiere musical amalgamist. I discuss how he's still kind of underappreciated. And I explain why he and my band REC are so often compared. LIVE ACOUSTIC BECK SONG! Are or were you a Beck fan? Did you check out after Odelay or Sea Change, or have you followed his work throughout? Do you like how he's able to bounce from genre to genre, often blending them as well, or is it too ADD for you? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 1 - The Freewheeling Catch-Up Machine #5 – Wrap-ups and Upgrades FEATURED SONG: NICK – “Standin' There” (from 96 / 95) OR STREAM IT ANYWHERE Season 6 is here! First, we wrap up last season with some fan comments, additions, corrections, etc. The usual. Then we talk about what's coming up this season. Be prepared for some changes. How did you feel about Season 5? What would you like to see in Season 6? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 6 Episode 1 - The Freewheeling Catch-Up Machine #5 – Wrap-ups and Upgrades FEATURED SONG: NICK – “Standin' There” (from 96 / 95) OR STREAM IT ANYWHERE Season 6 is here! First, we wrap up last season with some fan comments, additions, corrections, etc. The usual. Then we talk about what's coming up this season. Be prepared for some changes. How did you feel about Season 5? What would you like to see in Season 6? Discuss dammit! BONUS VIDEO: Behind the scenes at MxG Studios (a.k.a. Nick & Cathryn's NYC apartment) ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" *mid roll music credit: The Drop - "Outerloper" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 5 Episode 46 - The MxG PARTY – A 200th EPISODE Celebration! FEATURED SONG: REC – “If It Feels All Right” (from Parts and Labour and RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) OR STREAM IT ANYWHERE Season 5 is wrapping, and we've got the perfect way to end it. I get to celebrate MxG's 200th freakin' episode with two of my favorite people: my wife Cathryn and my dad Nicky (and my mom Julie lurking somewhere off camera). We talk about where MxG has been, where it's going, what we're all doing, how hella fun and stressful it's all been, and get down to some real honesty & behind-the-scenes stuff as we eat, drink, and be goddamn merry. Are you sad to see Season 5 end? Can you believe we're already up to 200 episodes? Are you excited for Season 6? What are YOU drinking right now? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 5 Episode 46 - The MxG PARTY – A 200th EPISODE Celebration! FEATURED SONG: REC – “If It Feels All Right” (from Parts and Labour and RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) OR STREAM IT ANYWHERE Season 5 is wrapping, and we've got the perfect way to end it. I get to celebrate MxG's 200th freakin' episode with two of my favorite people: my wife Cathryn and my dad Nicky (and my mom Julie lurking somewhere off camera). We talk about where MxG has been, where it's going, what we're all doing, how hella fun and stressful it's all been, and get down to some real honesty & behind-the-scenes stuff as we eat, drink, and be goddamn merry. Are you sad to see Season 5 end? Can you believe we're already up to 200 episodes? Are you excited for Season 6? What are YOU drinking right now? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 5 Episode 45 - Metallica – The One True MEGA True METAL Band FEATURED SONG: REC – “Stop It!” (from Parts and Labour) OR STREAM IT ANYWHERE I just saw Metallica in concert for the second time, forty years after their album debut. They're as kick-ass as ever. I've been following them for 35 years, and figured a post-concert episode is perfect timing. I get into their history, their phases, some of the business and politics, and make a case for them being the ONLY truly heavy metal band that has had mega-world-wide success. I also talk about why they're more than just a metal band. Are you a Metallica fan? If so, which kind are you? A fan of their early hardcore thrash albums and nothing else? A Metallica (aka The Black Album) convert like so many? A die-hard follower year after year? How do you think they've held up after 11 albums? Discuss dammit! AND CHECK OUT NICK'S OLD BAND APE CAFE! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 5 Episode 45 - Metallica – The One True MEGA True METAL Band FEATURED SONG: REC – “Stop It!” (from Parts and Labour) OR STREAM IT ANYWHERE I just saw Metallica in concert for the second time, forty years after their album debut. They're as kick-ass as ever. I've been following them for 35 years, and figured a post-concert episode is perfect timing. I get into their history, their phases, some of the business and politics, and make a case for them being the ONLY truly heavy metal band that has had mega-world-wide success. I also talk about why they're more than just a metal band. Are you a Metallica fan? If so, which kind are you? A fan of their early hardcore thrash albums and nothing else? A Metallica (aka The Black Album) convert like so many? A die-hard follower year after year? How do you think they've held up after 11 albums? Discuss dammit! AND CHECK OUT NICK'S OLD BAND APE CAFE! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 5 Episode 44 - Death is DUMB Volume 12: George Michael – BURN That Acoustic Guitar FEATURED SONG: REC - "Up All Day" (from The Sunshine Seminar) OR STREAM IT ANYWHERE https://www.nickdematteo.com/recthesunshineseminar The 12th episode of MxG's Death is DUMB series is all about George Michael. I go over his life, his music, his legacy, and his death. I also talk about his importance as a singer/songwriter, both for the music itself, and especially for expanding the concept of what singer/songwriter music can sound like, beyond the bounds of the standard “person with an acoustic guitar” cliche. Were you into George Michael and/or Wham!? If not, why not? If so, did you follow him throughout his career, or drop out after FAITH? What biases do you think you might have about him because of who he was, what kind of music he did, how he died, and/or how the media portrayed him? Do you think he qualifies as a singer/songwriter? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 5 Episode 44 - Death is DUMB Volume 12: George Michael – BURN That Acoustic Guitar FEATURED SONG: REC - "Up All Day" (from The Sunshine Seminar) OR STREAM IT ANYWHERE https://www.nickdematteo.com/recthesunshineseminar The 12th episode of MxG's Death is DUMB series is all about George Michael. I go over his life, his music, his legacy, and his death. I also talk about his importance as a singer/songwriter, both for the music itself, and especially for expanding the concept of what singer/songwriter music can sound like, beyond the bounds of the standard “person with an acoustic guitar” cliche. Were you into George Michael and/or Wham!? If not, why not? If so, did you follow him throughout his career, or drop out after FAITH? What biases do you think you might have about him because of who he was, what kind of music he did, how he died, and/or how the media portrayed him? Do you think he qualifies as a singer/songwriter? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ PODFAST #11 - Tell Me How You REALLY FEEL About GENRES FEATURED MUSIC: Song sampler from REC's upcoming album, featuring tracks 6-8: "Wait, Too Rough", "Rhythm 77", "Porch Step" PODFAST is legit a tween now! MUSIC is not a GENRE has been getting a bunch of new listeners & viewers. I thought it'd be the perfect time to check in. I talk about how MxG got its name, what I really think of genres, how that connects to the world outside of music, and most importantly, get YOUR TAKE on all of this. So, like, how DO you really feel? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ PODFAST #11 - Tell Me How You REALLY FEEL About GENRES FEATURED MUSIC: Song sampler from REC's upcoming album, featuring tracks 6-8: "Wait, Too Rough", "Rhythm 77", "Porch Step" ~~~~ PODFAST is legit a tween now! MUSIC is not a GENRE has been getting a bunch of new listeners & viewers. I thought it'd be the perfect time to check in. I talk about how MxG got its name, what I really think of genres, how that connects to the world outside of music, and most importantly, get YOUR TAKE on all of this. So, like, how DO you really feel? Discuss dammit! ~~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "You Make Me Wanna" (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 5 Episode 42 - The Beatles Part 7 – McCartney VII FEATURED SONG: REC – “Never Tell” (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020 and Distance To Empty) OR STREAM IT ANYWHERE In Part 7 of my who-know-how-long Beatles series, I discuss the solo career of Paul McCartney. He's not only been the most consistent – and consistently good – solo Beatle, he's also been one of the most consistent and consistently contemporary artists ever, having charted somewhere in the world in SEVEN DECADES. I go over his discography, including works not attributed to him or Wings. I talk a little about his ongoing influence & legacy. And I explain how his constant searching for the new & different is what every music creator should do. Are you a McCartney fan? If not, why not? If so, what era(s) of his do you prefer? Do you think any of his solo work lives up to the Beatles? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - AND CHECK THE WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 5 Episode 42 - The Beatles Part 7 – McCartney VII FEATURED SONG: REC – “Never Tell” (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020 and Distance To Empty) OR STREAM IT ANYWHERE In Part 7 of my who-know-how-long Beatles series, I discuss the solo career of Paul McCartney. He's not only been the most consistent – and consistently good – solo Beatle, he's also been one of the most consistent and consistently contemporary artists ever, having charted somewhere in the world in SEVEN DECADES. I go over his discography, including works not attributed to him or Wings. I talk a little about his ongoing influence & legacy. And I explain how his constant searching for the new & different is what every music creator should do. Are you a McCartney fan? If not, why not? If so, what era(s) of his do you prefer? Do you think any of his solo work lives up to the Beatles? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 5 Episode 41 - BackTalk with Steve Erickson – South African Music This week kicks off a new series I'm calling BackTalk, wherein a guest and I converse on a topic we think deserves attention. For the first BackTalk, I bring back Steve Erickson, music & film critic, and music producer. We get into South African music – the history, recent & current artists, its future, how the country's politics & culture have shaped it, and how in the last 100 years or so it has had a particularly & surprisingly close relationship with US music. Select South African music playlist (compiled by Steve): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfrAP6IL7DaXwKJp0cWR2C0hsV2eZMXQn Recommended South African music compilations: NEXT STOP…SOWETO (Volumes 1-4) ZULU JIVE / UMBAQANGA THE INDESTRUCTIBLE BEAT OF SOWETO (Volumes 1-6) AMAPIANO NOW Find out more about Steve: http://steeveecom.wordpress.com http://callinamagician.bandcamp.com/ ~~~ *music credit: REC - "Sing Owwt" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 5 Episode 41 - BackTalk with Steve Erickson – South African Music This week kicks off a new series I'm calling BackTalk, wherein a guest and I converse on a topic we think deserves attention. For the first BackTalk, I bring back Steve Erickson, music & film critic, and music producer. We get into South African music – the history, recent & current artists, its future, how the country's politics & culture have shaped it, and how in the last 100 years or so it has had a particularly & surprisingly close relationship with US music. Select South African music playlist (compiled by Steve): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfrAP6IL7DaXwKJp0cWR2C0hsV2eZMXQn Recommended South African music compilations: NEXT STOP…SOWETO (Volumes 1-4) ZULU JIVE / UMBAQANGA THE INDESTRUCTIBLE BEAT OF SOWETO (Volumes 1-6) AMAPIANO NOW Find out more about Steve: http://steeveecom.wordpress.com http://callinamagician.bandcamp.com/ ~~~ *music credit: REC - "Sing Owwt" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 5 Episode 40 - The Beatles Part 6 – Separating the Sum FEATURED SONG: REC – “Different Oceans” (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020 and Distance To Empty) OR STREAM IT ANYWHERE In the “final” edition of my six-part Beatles series, I talk about the post-Beatles world. From 1970 on, the Beatles have been a massive presence everywhere, and their legacy and influence have only grown. I go over official Beatles releases post-breakup, each of their solo careers, Beatles inspired artists & other works, and sum up what all of this means for music, musicians, and the world. Are you into any of the Beatles' solo music? Are you old enough to remember hoping they'd get back together? Do you feel they deserve the praise & legendary status? Can you think of examples of how their influence has spawned other genres & artists? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Support MxG & REC: Get a shirt! - NEW DESIGNS Support @ $5/month - TRY IT FREE! Subscribe & see the videos! Listen to REC on Bandcamp Subscribe to REC on YouTube Get Nick's Newsletter! - WEBSITE UPGRADES ~~~~ Season 5 Episode 40 - The Beatles Part 6 – Separating the Sum FEATURED SONG: REC – “Different Oceans” (from RECcollection: The Best of REC 2007-2020 and Distance To Empty) OR STREAM IT ANYWHERE In the “final” edition of my six-part Beatles series, I talk about the post-Beatles world. From 1970 on, the Beatles have been a massive presence everywhere, and their legacy and influence have only grown. I go over official Beatles releases post-breakup, each of their solo careers, Beatles inspired artists & other works, and sum up what all of this means for music, musicians, and the world. Are you into any of the Beatles' solo music? Are you old enough to remember hoping they'd get back together? Do you feel they deserve the praise & legendary status? Can you think of examples of how their influence has spawned other genres & artists? Discuss dammit! ~~~ *intro music credit: REC - "Wake Up High" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lindsey Harris went viral worldwide for her small sided actions. See what all the fuss was about with this live stream!
On this week’s episode of Slate Money, host Felix Salmon chats and co-hosts Cathy O'Neil of mathbabe.org and Jordan Weissmann of Slate continue the odious debt conversation by discussing how we can pre-emptively prevent evil dictators from borrowing money. Also, robot wars, Apple's dive into making class distinctions between its customers, and racist fines. More here. This week’s episode was sponsored by Citrix GoToMeeting, the easy way to meet with coworkers online. Visit GoToMeeting.com and click the “TRY IT FREE” button. Love Slate podcasts? Listen longer with Slate Plus! Members get bonus segments, ad-free versions, exclusive podcasts and more. Start your 2-week free trial at slate.com/podcastplus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week’s episode of Slate Money, host Felix Salmon chats with co-hosts Cathy O'Neil of mathbabe.org and Jordan Weissmann of Slate about scarcity-based valuations of music, the wonders of short-selling, and the fortune cookie theory of patent law. This week's sponsor: This week’s sponsor: Citrix GoToMeeting! Visit GoToMeeting.com and click the “TRY IT FREE” button. Join Slate Plus! Members get bonus segments, exclusive member-only podcasts, and more. Sign up today at Slate.com/moneyplus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week's episode of Slate Money, host Felix Salmon of Fusion, Cathy O'Neil of mathbabe.org and Jordan Weissmann of Slate discuss Greece's showdown with its European lenders; competition inside the world of online travel, and the new film adaptation of "Fifty Shades of Grey," which begs the question: Are billionaires sexy? This week’s episode was sponsored by Stamps.com. If you go to stamps.com, click on the microphone at the top of the home page and enter SLATEMONEY for a $110 bonus offer, including up to $55 in free postage and a no-risk trial. And Citrix GoToMeeting, the easy way to meet with coworkers online. Visit GoToMeeting.com and click the “TRY IT FREE” button. Love Slate podcasts? Listen longer with Slate Plus! Members get bonus segments, ad-free versions, exclusive podcasts and more. Start your 2-week free trial at slate.com/podcastplus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week’s episode of Slate Money, we respond to listener suggestions for an all-sports edition. Host Felix Salmon chats with special guest Mina Kimes of ESPN The Magazine and co-hosts Cathy O'Neil of mathbabe.org and Jordan Weissmann of Slate about the prospect of paying college athletes, the economics of stadiums, and what NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell does to earn such a big salary. And everyone explains to Felix who is playing in the Superbowl this Sunday. This episode was sponsored by Go To Meeting. Try it free for 30 days at GoToMeeting.com and click the “Try It Free” button. Complete Slate's podcast listener survey! Tell us about yourself and your favorite podcasts so Slate can serve you better. We'd appreciate two minutes of your time. Go to slate.com/survey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After elementary school, who will cater to your learning style? Today on The Gist, Mike asks Maria Konnikova of The New Yorker if learning styles are bulls---. She’s the author of Mastermind, and her learning style is best described as “give me the information and please don’t make me work in groups or make a craft.” In the Spiel, Stephanopoulos and sugar daddies. Today’s sponsors: GoToMeeting.com. To try their service free for 30 days, visit GoToMeeting.com and click the “Try It Free” button. Also, Friday Night Tykes. The new season premieres Jan. 20 at 9 p.m. on the Esquire Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Baseball Historian presents Archie Andrews "Fred Tries To Enjoy A Ballgame"- May 20, 1951Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast
Big Band Serenade continues our shows from remotes with Glenn Miller and His Orchestra. June 13, 1939. A band remote from The Glen Island Casino, New Rochelle, New York. The first tune is "At Sundown." Glenn Miller and His Orchestra, Ray Eberle (vocal), Marion Hutton (vocal).Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast
Family Theatre. March 7, 1947. "I Give You Marggie". The story of an impoverished writer and his loving wife. Donald Crisp (host), Van Heflin, Margaret Sullavan, Walter Newman (writer), Fred MacKaye (director), Bob Longnecker (producer)Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast
Western Wednesday continues our series about The Six-Shooter. June 17, 1954. "When the shoe doesn't fit" Britt Ponset ("The Six-Shooter") takes Cinderella to the ball...and gets her home by midnight too! Jimmy Stewart, Jack Johnstone (director), Basil Adlam (music), Sam Edwards, William Johnstone, Barbara Eiler, Frank Burt (writer, creator), Eleanor Audley, Sandra Gould, John Wald (announcer)Online Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast <!-- var Blubrry_CurDate = new Date(); var Blubrry_CacheBusterVar = Blubrry_CurDate.getTimezoneOffset() + Blubrry_CurDate.getTime(); var Blubrry_URL = '<img xsrc="http://altfarm.mediaplex.com/ad/bn/6549-34461-16567-3?mpt='+Blubrry_CacheBusterVar+'" alt="Try It Free" border="0" height="1" width="1">'; var Blubrry_ElmObj = document.getElementById('blubrry4430952469423'); if( Blubrry_ElmObj ) Blubrry_ElmObj.innerHTML = Blubrry_URL; // -->
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