Episode 1
Alternative Rock, and Indie Rocks!
Discussing alternative and indie rock, we pick a handful of stand-out artists in these two subgenres to review. Arctic Monkeys, The Strokes, The Smashing Pumpkins, Tommy Newport, Franz Ferdinand, The Neighbourhood, CRX, and Foo Fighters. This un-scripted, 10-minute first episode mixes comedy, reflection, and analysis as we delve into these two prominent subgenres of rock music. What distinguishes alternative rock from indie rock? What separates alternative and indie rock from just being rock? This episode explores what has separated these artists from each other and allowed them to fall into their own unique, famous sub-categories. From quick analysis into the music style, to researching the band members and understanding their defining rhythm, we tear back the silver lining of each band and artist to fully understand their sound. In each subgenre, all three hosts pick out one artist to put on the spotlight. We transition into discussion, insight, and critical analysis on the subject. Revealing interesting facts, trivia, underground artists, solo projects, tour dates, and album leaks; this episode reaches deep into the rise of rock music. This episode sees the emotional and nostalgic response rock music evokes, as we reminisce on the music in these subgenres that have followed us since birth. Rock music has a way of defining an era, and the evolution of alternative and indie rock define more than just moments; it has defined our entire lives. Join us for this exciting first episode as we each share our enthusiasm towards music to give each genre its own important and critical moment.
Episode 2
EDM, But Grungier
Two different genres with two different audiences, yet one uniting feature. In this episode, the hosts are divided by bias. We look at the distinct EDM and grunge genres, and while some of our hosts are familiar with both, 2 of 4 aren’t as comfortable. This episode becomes a learning moment for our hosts as passion leads to discovery through these genres. We begin at the intersection of grunge music, somewhere deep in the rainy city of Seattle, Washington. The big four: Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, and Soundgarden, are circulated through as we introduce both our listeners and co-hosts to their music. Chances are, you’ve probably heard them at one point in your life. Lighthearted, humorous discussion reveals how easy it is to accidentally stumble across music, and with the grunge genre, which teeters somewhere between mainstream rock and underground thrash, there is a lot to be discovered. Transitioning to EDM we find a little place for everybody in the music. Exploring artists like Skrillex and Daft Punk, DeadMau5 and Avicii, we set our sights beyond the festival-dance stereotypes of the genre, and aim a little higher. This episode leans away from critical analysis and more towards recognition; of understanding where these genres fit in to our lives. It is said that opposites attract, and as discovered through this episode, the fans of the grunge and EDM genres fit together like pieces in a musically-dense puzzle. Our second episode is a reflective, un-scripted exploration into two well-loved genres, connecting the dots and establishing awareness along the way.
Episode 3
Do you Like Jazz?
A single episode for a single genre, we talk all things jazz in this 10-minute, un-scripted final episode. The birthplace of modern music, the pioneer of contemporary rhythm, jazz is many things. But simple, it is not. We dedicated this entire episode to ensure our reach met every corner of the entire jazz dimension. In this episode listeners are led through the subgenres and best decades of jazz, highlighting the many influential and impactful artists.
