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The Week That Was: All of the Listener New Music
As cool as a swooping falcon!
Mon. Sept. 7 - We enjoyed a restful holiday on Monday (JK we actually worked).
Tue. Sept. 8 - We dove into listener new music picks for August. And as usual, we begin at the beginning, with Steven Routledge. He selected music from Night Cobra, All Yours, Another Sky and Will Johnson. Jesse from San Antonio chipped in new selections from Black Marble and Eric Slick.
Wed. Sept. 9 - Wednesday was a three-fer listener new music episode, featuring calls from Adam Coop (Biffy Clyro and Wiirmz) Harris from South Carolina (Nation of Language, Emma Swift and Luna) and Tim Hoffman (Roachford).
Thurs. Sept 10 - New music picks kept jammin' on Thursday. Liam McIndoe teed up Phoenix Foundation, Anna von Hausswolff and Carcass. And Vasant Ramamurthy gave us a call to discuss Mike Polizze, Flower and Bully.
Fri. Sept. 11 - We closed out the week — and our August new music extravaganza — with a wonderful call from Walt Falconer in the Falcon's Nest. In addition to Walt, we heard from our pals Jay Ignacio and Scott from south Kansas City, Missouri. Thanks to them and everyone who dialed us up with new music. Talk to you all in September!
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Our World Famous Friday Night Hoot is ON for tonight: SEPTEMBER 11TH
Performing isn't required, just log on, watch and listen. Members of the Community — and perhaps a few special guests — will perform songs in a big, rollicking Zoom session.
And if you dare, stick around for The Third Hour.
"Doors" open at 7.30 ET and the music starts at 8 ET. Come and let your spirit be lifted by the power of music and commun
JOIN HERE: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/174554732
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On Deck: All of the Interviews
Carolina Story! Blitzen Trapper! Demolition Means Progress!
Mon. Sept. 14 & Tue. Sept. 15 - A two-part interview with Ben and Emily Roberts, the wonderful couple who make music as Carolina Story. Get ready to have a new favorite band.
Wed. Sept. 16 & Thurs. Sept. 17 - Mike Kohli steps in for Patrick on this two-part interview with Eric Earley of Blitzen Trapper, whose new album, Holy Smokes Future Jokes, will hit the streets September 25th.
Fri. Sept. 18 - We close out the week with a fabulous chat with the band Demolition Means Progress, which features our longtime pal B.J. Bonin. The band has new music and this episode is the exclusive debut of the tunes!
Note: Due to the ongoing pandemic, topics and dates are subject to change.
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LISTENER OF THE WEEK: ROB GATES
Gone are the days when the ox fall down!
 I live in … Reston VA (doesn’t get more suburban than that).
I work as … a media analyst.
I learned about “Rockin’ the Suburbs” … through Jim, with whom I worked for many years.
My favorite episode is … Mr. Patty Goes to Forecastle.
My favorite artist is … the Grateful Dead.
The most-prized record in my collection is … an original pressing of David Bowie’s first album (1967).
The first record I bought was … the Beatles Blue Album 1967-1970.
The first concert I saw was … a quintuple bill at JFK Stadium in Philly, June 1983, featuring: the Tubes, Bryan Adams, Sammy Hagar, John Cougar and Journey.
The last concert I saw was … Kid Brother at Tally Ho in Leesburg VA, December 2019.
The best concert I’ve seen was … Neil Young and Crazy Horse, Mansfield MA, August 1987.
My favorite song lyric is … “Gone are the days when the ox fall down.”
I am drinking … Weller Reserve bourbon.
My favorite basketball team is … Go (Louisville) Cards!
My philosophy of life is … At this point in time, just getting through it.
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MJ'S BAD BAND NAME OF THE WEEK
ITCHY CONSEQUENCE
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Did you enjoy new music from August?
Over the last two weeks we dished it up hot and steamy, from African jazz-rock to covers that will bring a tear to your eye. And if you missed an episode or two — or just needed some help remembering all the great picks, fear not. We have wrapped it all up in a handy dandy playlist.
From the hosts, interns and listeners to you, dear reader. Hit play now.
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What We're Listening To:
Jim: ZZ Top - Fandango!
Mary: Red Hot Chilli Pipers [feat. Tom Walker] - "Leave a Light On"
Matt: Ilan Eshkeri, Shigeru Umebayashi - Ghost of Tsushima
Patrick: Barry Walker Jr. - "Up the Fan, Into the Keyhole"
Sam: Kayne West - "Flashing Lights"
Sami: Sammy Rae - "Jackie Onassis"
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Friday New Releases: All of the New Albums
There's plenty to pick from this week, so call, click or yell to buy these fresh platters!
Doves - The Universal Want (Heavenly/Virgin)
After a decade-long hiatus, this Manchester trio returns with a new batch of altera-radio-ready rock songs. There are a lot of midtempo tunes here, a sign, perhaps, of an aging band. But fans will fall right back into the grooves.
The Flaming Lips - American Head (Warner)
One band that will never be accused of settling into a groove is Flaming Lips. Although this experimental band also gets mellow on its new release, there’s a delicate touch here that gives the music an understated punch. Works equally well as late-night or early-morning music.
Lo Tom - LP2 (Lo Tom)
The latest project from David Bazan (Pedro The Lion) is this band of indie buddies. This is the second album for Lo Tom, recommended for those who like intelligent guitar rock by a master of that form.
Marilyn Manson - We are Chaos (Loma Vista/Concord)
If ever there were a year for doom rock, 2020 is it. Where Manson’s music once came off as a campy escapism, it now may serve as catharsis. This new album, his 11th, is getting strong reviews for its ability to capture what we’re feeling.
Roachford - Twice in a Lifetime (BMG)
Listener Tim Hoffman recently talked up the work of R&B singer Andrew Roachford on the pod. After you’ve finished your Marilyn Manson shock therapy, this is your happy and hopeful recovery treatment.
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