Best Aug Stone Podcasts (2025)

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EPISODE 76 - MIKE NAGEL 1:29:27

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A fantastic conversation with Mike Nagel about writing, authors, music, swimming, quitting drinking, and much more. Mike's books Duplex and CulDeSac are hilarious little masterpieces, check 'em out https://www.michaelscottnagel.com/ https://autofocusbooks.com/store/p/duplex-mike-nagel https://www.instagram.com/mike__nagel/ https://x.com/misternagel…

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EPISODE 75 - JESSAMYN VIOLET 1:04:09

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Chatting to Jessamyn Violet about writing, music, the difficulties of making art these days, therapy, and her ace new book Venice Peach https://jessamynviolet.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jessamynviolet/?hl=en https://bsky.app/profile/jessamynviolet.bsky.social https://shop.maudlinhouse.net/#venice-peach…

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Ep56: October 1980 1980 (pt.4) 1:22:27

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All good things come to an end, and so too must October of 1980, The lads wrap up the month with releases from the likes of the Plasmatics, the Police, the Specials and the Teardrop Explodes. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Tf0ZgK Email us at [email protected].

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Ep55: October 1980 (pt.3) 1:22:54

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It's the halfway point for October 1980 and the lads take a close look at notable releases from the likes of the Talking Heads, OMD and the Monochrome Set. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Tf0ZgK Email us at [email protected].

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EPISODE 75 - DAN TREMAGLIO 51:19

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Talking to Dan Tremaglio about dreaming, writing, his Mount Rushmore of authors, and his excellent new book The Only Wolf Is Time https://www.dantremaglio.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dantremaglio/?hl=en https://www.saggingmeniscus.com/catalog/the_only_wolf_is_time/By Aug Stone

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Ep54: October 1980 (pt.2) 1:23:01

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The lads continue their examination of October 1980 with debuts from Bauhaus, Killing Joke and U2. Plus, has J discovered his new favorite "Post-punk Country Death Rock" album? Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Gsh93r Email us at [email protected].

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EPISODE 74 - BRIAN ALAN ELLIS 1:25:28

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Talking to Brian Alan Ellis about KISS, KISS, more 80s hard rock, KISS, his writing, House Of Vlad Press, and more KISS. Check out his latest collection, The Errors Tour. I have never laughed harder at a book https://houseofvladpress.com/brian-alan-ellis https://www.instagram.com/depressedwriterasshole/ https://x.com/brianalanellis…

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Ep53: October 1980 (pt.1) 1:22:53

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In the first of four parts, R+J tackle the very formidable tenth month of 1980 with debuts by the Circle Jerks and INXS, among others. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Gsh93r Email us at [email protected].

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EPISODE 73 - KYLE SEIBEL 57:30

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An excellent conversation with Kyle Seibel about writing, performing, perseverance, and his killer new story collection Hey You Assholes https://www.instagram.com/kylerseibel/ https://x.com/kylerseibel https://bsky.app/profile/kylerseibel.bsky.social https://www.clashbooks.com/new-products-2/kyle-seibel-hey-you-assholes-preorder…

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EPISODE 72 - STEVE KILBEY 1:29:16

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Great conversation with The Church frontman about his many projects, what he wants from music, and new album The Road To Tibooburra https://www.instagram.com/stvklby/ https://www.thechurchband.com/By Aug Stone

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BONUS: Pop? Quiz? (Sept-Aug 1980) 1:23:15

4M ago1:23:15

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Tony returns to stump R+J with a bunch of August-September 1980 related questions. Email us at [email protected].

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EPISODE 71 - CONAN NEUTRON 1:53:42

4M ago1:53:42

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I had a freakin' blast chatting with the Powerhouse of ROCK that is Conan Neutron. We covered just about everything in this marathon session, and his latest Conan Neutron & The Secret Friends record, The Way Of The Neutron, is great, one of the best records I've heard this year https://neutronfriends.bandcamp.com/album/the-way-of-the-neutron https:…

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EPISODE 70 - TIM LANE 1:01:54

4M ago1:01:54

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A real pleasure to finally chat to Tim Lane, author of Your Silent Face and Phil's Siren Song. Talking books, music, Joy Division of course, the brilliant 80s bands that soundtrack his novels, and much more https://www.yoursilentface.com/ https://www.instagram.com/inlovewithplaid/ https://augstone.substack.com/p/the-counterforce-no-41-books…

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EPISODE 69 - BOBBY MILLER 1:02:38

5M ago1:02:38

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A fun chat with filmmaker Bobby Miller about his debut novel, Situation Nowhere, in which a new energy drink is causing folks to explode. Talking books, film, comics, and more https://www.bobbymillertime.com/ https://thebobbymiller.com/situationnowhere https://bsky.app/profile/bobbymillertime.com https://augstone.substack.com/…

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BONUS: Notable EPs of 1980 (pt.1) 1:21:57

5M ago1:21:57

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Join the lads as the they examine the debut EPs from Oingo Boingo and the Payola$. Email us at [email protected].

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EPISODE 68 - REPLACED BY ROBOTS 51:35

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A pleasure to chat with Goolkasian, Heather Morgan, & Adam Wade about the first Replaced By Robots mini-album. A psychobilly/surf-rock cheerleader freak-out heralds three killer new wave tunes. Plus Goolkasian tells a good Cars-related Elevator Drops story. And much more... https://replacedbyrobots.hearnow.com/the-experiment https://replacedbyrobot…

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EPISODE 67 - ALI SMITH 1:02:50

6M ago1:02:50

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I had a great conversation with Ali Smith about music, writing, photography, punk ideals, rock n roll adventures, and her excellent memoir The Ballad Of Speedball Baby https://www.alismith.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@mommaloveAli https://www.instagram.com/mommaloveali/ https://www.instagram.com/speedballbaby/ FB: Ali Smith Photo https://augstone.…

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EPISODE 66 - THEBABEGABE 26:58

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Psyched to chat with one of my favorite pop stars, TheBabeGabe (BLACKSTARKIDS), about her new solo career and first single and video, PSA. Honored that this is her first solo interview https://www.instagram.com/ughthatsgabe https://x.com/_TheBabeGabe https://bsky.app/profile/thebabegabe.bsky.social https://thebabegabe.bandcamp.com/album/psa-single …

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EPISODE 65 - CHEMTRAILS 1:04:10

7M ago1:04:10

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Hopefully one of your new favourite bands, Chemtrails are great rock n roll, with good lyrics and an infectious glammy stomp to boot. A fun conversation with Mia and Laura from the band https://adoseofchemtrails.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/chemtrails_band/ https://pnkslm.com/pages/chemtrails https://augstone.substack.com/…

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Ep52: September 1980 (pt. 2) 1:21:38

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M+J pull out the big guns for the case that September 1980 qualifies as one of the greatest months for Punk and New Wave with releases from the likes of XTC, the Dead Kennedys, Simple Minds and Comsat Angels. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/40eoP0G Email us at [email protected].…

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EPISODE 64 - KEVIN MALONEY 1:08:05

7M ago1:08:05

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Talking John Frusciante, Kurt Vonnegut, music, writing, and of course his new book Horse Girl Fever with Kevin Maloney https://kevinmaloney.net/ https://x.com/kevinrmaloney https://www.instagram.com/kevinrmaloney https://www.clashbooks.com/new-products-2/kevin-maloney-horse-girl-fever-preorder https://twodollarradio.com/products/maloney-kevin https…

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Ep51: September 1980 (pt.1) 1:23:15

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For us, September has been the most anticipated month of 1980. Was it worth the wait? M+J think so! Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/40eoP0G Email us at [email protected].

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EPISODE 63 - FIGHTMILK Round III 1:30:34

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Always a blast to chat with Lily & Alex from Fightmilk. No Souvenirs is one of the best albums of 2024 https://fightmilkisaband.bandcamp.com/album/no-souvenirs https://x.com/fightmilkband https://www.instagram.com/fightmilkisaband https://bsky.app/profile/fightmilkband.bsky.social Excellent read from their label boss Giles Richards https://www.theg…

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EPISODE 62 - KIMAYA DIGGS 37:58

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Aug Stone chats to Kimaya Diggs about her lovely songs and the challenges of making music these days https://www.kimayadiggs.com/ https://kimayadiggs.substack.com/ https://kimayadiggs.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kimayadiggs/ https://augstone.substack.com/By Aug Stone

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New Country-Dec 2024 19:45

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On this podcast, we focus on the modern sounds of country music. This episode in particular is solidly focused on Hip Hop infused modern country. Featured on this podcast episode: The Grammys Josh Ross Graham Brown Chase Matthew SirLocke Holmes David Morris

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EPISODE 61 - STEVE AYLETT II 1:03:20

8M ago1:03:20

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Aug Stone chats to one of his favourite authors, Steve Aylett, about his dazzling and hilarious new book, The Book Lovers https://www.steveaylett.com/ https://augstone.substack.com/p/the-counterforce-no-51-bauhausBy Aug Stone

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EPISODE 60 - GLASS RECORDS DAVID BARKER 1:08:55

8M ago1:08:55

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Aug Stone talks to the man behind Glass Records, David Barker, who has brought much excellent music into the world by the likes of David J, The Jacobites, The Pastels, The Jazz Butcher, Spacemen 3, The Perfect Disaster, and even a mini-LP by The Replacements https://glassmodern.bandcamp.com/album/glass-remade-remodelled https://glassmodern.bandcamp…

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EPISODE 59 - MIKEY GEORGESON III 1:08:32

8M ago1:08:32

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Aug Stone chats to one of his favourite songwriters, Mikey Georgeon, about Mikey's recent The Middle People album, his adventures in Athens & Georgia (the OG ones), the art of making moments, and much more https://mikeygeorgeson.com/ https://themiddlepeople.bandcamp.com/album/revenge-of-the-killjoys https://www.alldonebykindness.com/ https://www.in…

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EPISODE 58 - JOHN PATRICK HIGGINS 1:15:57

9M ago1:15:57

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Aug Stone chats with author John Patrick Higgins about David Coverdale, P.G. Wodehouse, The Smiths, and of course his new novel, Fine https://johnpatrickhiggins.blogspot.com/ https://www.saggingmeniscus.com/catalog/fine/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/johnpatrickhiggins/ Twitter: https://x.com/JohnnyMuggins Aug's Substack: https://augstone.substack.…

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Ep50: August 1980 (pt.2) 1:20:47

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R+J wrap up August 1980 with 7 more albums from the likes of the Cars, the Brains, Any Trouble, the Diodes and Polyrock. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3YDRz1W Email us at [email protected].

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Ep49: August 1980 (pt.1) 1:04:22

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August 1980 is finally here! Was it worth the wait? R&J think so. Join the lovefest as they discuss albums from the likes of Siouxsie and the Banshees, the B-52's and the Associates. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3YDRz1W Email us at [email protected].

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Bonus Track: 10/20/24 55:27

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R+J hop on mic to reassure everyone that August 1980 is coming soon. Then they stick around to cover other top-of-mind subjects and play some music: Peter Hook! Nowhere Girl! The The! Indie UK female artists of the 80's! Email us at [email protected].

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Texas Country-July/Aug (TexasSixPack) 26:24

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In this podcast episode, we provide a health update on two iconic Texans and the deets on the special tribute to Toby Keith. This episode features music from the following artists: George Strait Corey Kent Don Louis Ben Burgess Joe NicholsBy Sana & Anna

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New Traditional Country 27:48

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In this podcast episode, we highlight traditional leaning country music from major labels and indie recording artists. We're excited about Luke Bryan's new docuseries, It's All Country, is set to premiere Nov. 15 on Hulu. It’s a six-episode series, executive produced by Bryan and Peyton Manning, "features never-before-seen performances by some of t…

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New Country-October 2024 23:09

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Visit stonecoldcountry.net In this podcast episode, we are focusing on modern country sounds infused w/ hip hop & r&b. Featured in this episode: Post Malone & Morgan Wallen P-Diddy Hardy Zach Bryan Austin Williams Kidd G. El Ray Band Alex Angelo & Jake Banfield David Morris TJ HickeyBy Sana & Anna

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Texas Country Music-Oct 2024 (TexasSixPack) 26:10

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Visit stonecoldcountry.net The King of Country is back with an amazing new album "Cowboys & Dreamers". We feature two of the songs on this podcast episode. Texas Country singer Joshua Ray Walker is in a battle for his life as cancer has spread to other parts of his body. Please help, if you can here. Submit your property the movie location database…

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BONUS: Mailbag (September 2024) 1:19:08

11M ago1:19:08

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It's another mailbag episode, so that means the listeners choose the topics for discussion... Soft Boys! Metro! B-Movie! Yellow Magic Orchestra! Joy Division! (and yes, even more Rachel Sweet). Email us at [email protected].

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BONUS: Pop! Quiz! (May-July 1980) 1:23:07

11M ago1:23:07

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It's time for another trivia quiz episode! Join the lads as they cover a wide range of music from Joy Division to Big Black to the Human League. Email us at [email protected].

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Rewind: Music & News From 1955 22:47

1y ago22:47

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1955 was a defining year in history that was marked by enduring innovations in entertainment, social upheavals, and Viagra! Featured in this episode: Disneyland Rosa Parks McDonald's Bill Haley & The Comets Alan Freed Rock & Roll Webb Pierce The Ozark Jubilee Corvettes The Penguins Joseph McCarthy Patsy Cline…

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Ep48: July 1980 (pt.2) 1:18:11

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July 1980 continues with 7 more releases from the likes of Echo and the Bunnymen, the Members, Teenage Head and the Avant Gardeners. For J, the month redeems itself with an unexpected discovery that he suspects just may be brilliant. Plus, both the lads fall in love with what must surely be the noisiest, trashiest song ever written about Johnny Cas…

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Ep47: July 1980 (pt.1) 1:20:07

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July of 1980 brings an eclectic mix of light and dark, sweet and sour with lots of stylistic confusion (and a spicy pickle on the side for good measure!). Dexys Midnight Runners! Joy Division! Flesh Eaters! Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3YckXN9 Email us at [email protected].…

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Ep46: June 1980 (pt4) 1:08:13

1y ago1:08:13

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Just when you thought that June 1980 would never ends, it does. And it's a pretty good cap to an action-packed month with quirky surprises from the likes of Split Enz, Family Fodder, the Plastics and the Demics. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://bit.ly/4c2kaSK Email us at [email protected].…

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Ep45: June 1980 (pt.3) 1:05:12

1y ago1:05:12

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June 1980 continues to march on (and on and on and on) with albums by the bands like Ultravox, Pere Ubu, the Vapors and D.O.A. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://bit.ly/4c2kaSK Email us at [email protected].

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Ep44: June 1980 (Pt. 2) 1:15:03

1y ago1:15:03

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June 1980 marches on with albums from the likes of Toyah, Metro, Pink Military, and the Yellow Magic Orchestra. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3VqcMLl Email us at [email protected].

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Ep43: June 1980 (pt.1) 1:09:42

1y ago1:09:42

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Join R+J for some light, frothy, fluffy fun as they tackle the first batch of albums from June of 1980. Rainbows and cotton candy, anyone? Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3VqcMLl Email us at [email protected].

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Texas Country-May/June 2024 (Texas Six Pack) 27:50

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In this podcast episode, we are featuring new traditional leaning country songs from major label and indie artists with southwestern roots. We also talk about some of the new country stations hitting the airwaves in Texas. Featured in this podcast episode: Two new country radio stations Texas Government Seeking Art Submissions George Strait Caden G…

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New Country Music-May/June 2024 29:40

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In this podcast episode we showcase the modern sounds of country. Featured in this episode: Morgan Wallen Nashville City Council Tennessee Senators Posty Shaboozey Eminem Hardy Thomas Rhett Bailey Zimmerman Carter Winter Colin Strough Jamey JohnsonBy Sana & Anna

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BONUS: More Peter Gabriel (and "Tabletop" talk) 1:21:54

1y ago1:21:54

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The Peter Gabriel conversation continues with Mike Lord from the "Tabletop Genesis" podcast (with lots of music), then turns to more general podcast shoptalk. Plus: a mini mailbag with R+J! Email us at [email protected]

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BONUS: Advanced Power Pop 1:21:50

1y ago1:21:50

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Matt returns! Previously unturned rocks provide the score as he takes the lads past the basics to more obscure power pop pleasures. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4arQ89k Email us at [email protected].

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Ep42A: Peter Gabriel (1977-2002) 1:22:40

1+ y ago1:22:40

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In 1980, Peter Gabriel's pivot from Prog Rock to New Wave caught a lot of people by surprise. Even more unexpected was the role he would play throughout the 80's as a trendsetter and pop superstar. Mike Lord from the podcast "Tabletop Genesis" acts as tour guide as T+J explore Peter Gabriel's solo career. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: htt…