Best Michael Mansour Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 196: Destiny's Child 1:57:59

5h ago1:57:59

1:57:59

This week we're discussing every album by Destiny's Child. Yes, you read that correctly. Do we want to cover this band? Absolutely not. Did someone pay us to do it? You're damn right. So we listened to all their albums as unbiased as possible. For the love of God, if you're a fan of Destiny's Child or Beyonce, do not watch this. Closing track: "Jum…

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EP 88: Estrada-Bam & Teofimo-Claggett Preview Show 51:05

1d ago51:05

51:05

Lightweight Zachary Ochoa is back to help preview Juan Francisco Estrada vs. Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez and Teofimo Lopez vs. Steve Claggett. We also get into Ryan Garcia's suspension, Usyk vacating IBF title and more. Looking to bet on the fights this upcoming weekend? Head over to my dedicated page at signupexpert.com/fightsATW to sign up to some of b…

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WAR. by WHORES. | Album Review 34:02

3d ago34:02

34:02

This week we're discussing WAR., the newest album by noise rock band WHORES. This album hits insanely hard. If you find yourself in the mood for noise rock with a healthy dosage of sludge metal mixed in there, you'll have a hard time finding a better album than this one this year. Crank this one loud, folks. Closing track: "Quitter's Fight Song" Pa…

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Ep 87: Promoter Tom Loeffler w/ 360 Promotions 47:23

7d ago47:23

47:23

This week's episode features Promoter Tom Loeffler with 360 Promotions and we get into the origin story of the company that includes stories about the Klitschko brothers, Gennadiy "GGG" Golovkin, Roman "Chocolatito" Gonzalez and more. We also get into the future which revolves around junior middleweight Callum Walsh. Looking to bet on the big (*ins…

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Episode 195: Siouxsie and the Banshees (Pt. 2) 1:55:24

10d ago1:55:24

1:55:24

This week we're discussing the remaining albums by Siouxsie and the Banshees. This era covers 1984-1995, into their subsequent break up. While there are still plenty of beloved albums in this era, this is also where some complications hit the band. One of which being their brief stint with The Cure's Robert Smith on guitar. It's not all good, folks…

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EP 86: Gervonta 'Tank' Davis vs. Frank Martin & Subriel Matias vs. Liam Paro Preview Show 45:51

15d ago45:51

45:51

In this episode, I am once again joined by lightweight Zachary Ochoa (21-4) as we breakdown Gervonta Davis vs. Frank Martin & Subriel Matias vs. Liam Paro. Also, we go back and discuss the performances of Bruce Carrington & Xander Zayas.By Abraham Gonzalez

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Lives Outgrown by Beth Gibbons | Album Review 35:07

17d ago35:07

35:07

This week we're discussing the debut solo album by Portishead vocalist Beth Gibbons titled Lives Outgrown. We honestly weren't sure what to expect from this record, but what we got is easily one of the best albums of the year. While there are hints of Portishead's sound here, Gibbons has taken a turn for the dark, orchestral, and tribal. This is on…

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EP 85: Junior Middleweight Callum Walsh and Lightweight Karlos Balderas 12:08

23d ago12:08

12:08

This EP focuses on junior middleweight Callum Walsh and lightweight Karlos Balderas who are both signed to Tom Loeffler's 360 Promotions. They will be fighting this friday night on UFC Fight Pass on separate bouts. They took a few minutes after their media workout to speak to the podcast. Looking to bet on all of the big fights this upcoming weeken…

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Episode 194: Injury Reserve 1:31:58

25d ago1:31:58

1:31:58

This week we're discussing every album by hip hop trio Injury Reserve. Made up of Ritchie with a T, Parker Corey, and Stepa J. Groggs (before his untimely death in 2020), Injury Reserve made some of the most innovative and downright insane rap in history. This isn't for casual music listeners, but it is wholly unique unlike anything we've heard bef…

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Ep 84: Jr. Middleweight Xander Zayas & Heavyweight Cassius Chaney 28:51

24d ago28:51

28:51

On this episode, we have special guests Xander Zayas (Junior middleweight contender) & Cassius Chaney (Heavyweight contender) as both men will be fighting this weekend on seperate cards. We get into it all and also uncover some things that weren't previosly cleared up. Looking to bet on the big (*insert fight here*) this upcoming weekend?Head over …

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Ep 83: Recap & Preview w/ Super lightweight Zachary Ochoa 51:54

27d ago51:54

51:54

The Boxing Rush Hour Show brings back super lightweight Zachary Ochoa as we break down all of the news to include the latest postponement of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson, is Xander Zayas the next Puerto Rican Star, looking back at Fury-Usyk & Taylor-Catterall 2 and more. Looking to bet on Queensberry vs Matchroom 5v5 this upcoming weekend?Head over to m…

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You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To by Knocked Loose | Album Review 30:11

1M ago30:11

30:11

This week we're discussing the latest album by metalcore band Knocked Loose, titled You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To. Now Alex and Mike aren't the hugest fans of hardcore/metalcore, but they are fans of extreme music. And let me tell you, ANY fan of extreme music must hear this album. The hype is real, folks. This is one of the most creative …

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Episode 193: Hot Snakes 1:24:02

1M ago1:24:02

1:24:02

This week we're discussing every album by Hot Snakes. Led by the prolific guitar duo of Rick Froberg and John Reis (Drive Like Jehu, Rocket from the Crypt, Obits), Hot Snakes takes the post-hardcore technicality of Drive Like Jehu and condenses into shorter and more energetic song structures. An incredible band whose life was cut short due to the u…

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EP 82: Super lightweight Zachary Ochoa 52:09

1M ago52:09

52:09

In this episode, I have special guest super lightweight Zachary Ochoa and we discuss #FuryUsyk, Vasiliy Lomachenko (Ochoa has been in camp with Loma multiple times), Brian Norman Jr & Denys Berinkchyk's wins on Saturday night and a special preview of Josh Taylor vs Jack Catterall 2. Looking to bet on Josh Taylor vs Jack Catterall 2 this upcoming we…

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EP 81: Fury vs Usyk Preview, Richard Torrez Jr., Jonny Mansour & Emanuel Navarrete 40:01

1M ago40:01

40:01

This jammed pack episode features a Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk Preview, an interview with heavyweight prospect Richard Torrez Jr., lightweight Jonny Mansour and three division champ Emanuel Navarrete. Looking to bet on Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk & Emanuel Navarrete vs. Denys Berinchyk this upcoming weekend?Head over to my dedicated page at sig…

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Infinite Desires by Donny Benét | Album Review 35:17

2M ago35:17

35:17

This week we're discussing Infinite Desires, the latest album by post-disco artist Donny Benét. This isn't the type of album we normally cover on this show, but after taking one look at Donny's incredible mustache and hairdo, we were sold. And the music? If you're open to funky, soulful, and dancey stuff, then it is a must-listen and one of the bes…

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Ep 80: USA Boxing's Naomi Graham 27:29

2M ago27:29

27:29

This week's guest is amateur fighter Naomi Graham who is looking to punch her ticket this weekend to the Olympics in France. We go into her life as an Army soldier, growing up in a military household and her experience during the 2021 Olympics. I also recap this weekend's fights (Canelo & Inoue) while also touching on the upcoming one on ESPN betwe…

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Episode 192: Maskull 1:00:12

2M ago1:00:12

1:00:12

This week we’re discussing the only album by Maskull. This album is the biggest mystery we’ve ever had on this show. After its release in 1997, Maskull vanished leaving virtually no trace, aside from a few rumors. The music itself? Completely insane and downright hilarious. Joined by Mike’s brother Robert, we dive deep into the rabbit hole to uncov…

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Episode 191: Grotus 1:04:10

2M ago1:04:10

1:04:10

This week we’re discussing every album by Grotus (stylized as Grötüs). Die hard Mike Patton fans might recognize this band, as he championed them in the early 90s and even took them on tour with Mr. Bungle. However, Grotus’s music stands on its own as a brutal mashup of industrial and groove metal. An overlooked gem of a band that’s worth checking …

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EP 79: Michael Woods, Founder, NYFights 57:08

2M ago57:08

57:08

This week's episode features the Founder of NYFights.com and longtime journalist Michael Woods as we discuss the latest with him, Devin Haney vs Ryan Garcia and the psychology behind it and we end with the super card that was recently announced headlined by the return of Terence Crawford. Exciting news! I'm thrilled to announce my partnership with …

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Tarantula Heart by Melvins | Album Review + Buzz Osborne Interview 1:35:39

2M ago1:35:39

1:35:39

This week we’re not only discussing Tarantula Heart, the latest album by the Melvins, but Buzz Osborne himself has graced us with an exclusive interview (which starts at 37:56). Tarantula Hearts marks the Melvins’ return to dual drummers (this time with Ministry’s Roy Mayorga) and it’s a delight. Later in the episode, our history guy Tom talks to B…

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EP 78: Marvelous Marcos In NYC for Haney-Garcia 31:08

2M ago31:08

31:08

After a wild afternoon at the weigh-in for Devin Haney vs. Ryan Garcia, Marvelous Marcos joins the podcast as this week's guest and gives us a peek of the atmosphere in Brooklyn earlier today. FightsATW.comBy Abraham Gonzalez

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A Chaos of Flowers by BIG|BRAVE | Album Review 36:18

3M ago36:18

36:18

This week, we’re discussing the latest album by sludge metal band BIG|BRAVE, A Chaos of Flowers. We’ve been following BIG|BRAVE since this show began and A Chaos of Flowers shows them evolving in a massive way. Still one of the heaviest albums you’ll hear, but with careful attention to atmosphere, minimalism, and beauty. A dense and destructive alb…

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Half Divorced by Pissed Jeans | Album Review 27:45

3M ago27:45

27:45

This week we’re discussing the latest album by Pissed Jeans, Half Divorced. If high speed hardcore punk with a noise rock edge is your thing, this is easily one of the best albums of the year. This is Mike and Alex’s first time hearing Pissed Jeans and they were delighted, to say the least. Give it a shot, this one’s hard not to love. Closing track…

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EP 77: The WrestleMania XL Edition 56:53

3M ago56:53

56:53

This special episode is focused on the Super Bowl of wrestling which is Wrestlemania which will stream live on Peacock Saturday & Sunday. My guest this week is ITR Boxing's Felix Garcia and we doscuss what to expect this weekend in Philly. FightsATW will be covering everything in support of WrestleMania this week to include a recap at the end of ea…

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Episode 190: Siouxsie and the Banshees (Pt. 1) 1:41:49

3M ago1:41:49

1:41:49

This week we’re discussing every album by Siouxsie and the Banshees from 1978 to 1982. Aside from being one of the most influential bands in modern music, Siouxsie Sioux and the Banshees played a major role in pioneering goth music, along with Bauhaus and the Cure. In this episode, we’re tackling the early years where they laid the foundation. It’s…

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Ep 76: Emiliano Vargas, Oscar Valdez & Yokasta Valle 24:58

3M ago24:58

24:58

In this week's episode, we have a jammed-pack show with former two division champion Oscar Valdez, prospect Emiliano Vargas (Son of Fernando Vargas) & women's unified minimumweight champion Yokasta Valle (interview was conducted in spanish). All three will be on the ESPN+ card this Friday.By Abraham Gonzalez

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A Sudden Craving by The Children... | Album Review + Interview 1:16:14

3M ago1:16:14

1:16:14

This week we’re discussing A Sudden Craving, the newest album by The Children… And for the first time ever, we have included an exclusive interview with the band. Made up of Michael Wiener, Jim Coleman (Cop Shoot Cop), and Phil Puelo (Cop Shoot Cop, Swans), The Children have created some of the most fascinating, texture-rich music you will hear thi…

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Episode 189: Foetus 2:41:12

4M ago2:41:12

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This week we’re discussing every album by Foetus. However, there are a million EPs, remix albums, and collabs, so we’re just sticking with the core 10 albums. Foetus is the brainchild of JG Thirlwell, whom many will know as the music composer for The Venture Bros. and Archer. But Thirlwell’s roots stem all the way back to the New York no wave scene…

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Ep 75: Tim Tszyu Media Call 16:26

3M ago16:26

16:26

FightsATW.com was one of a handful of reporters invited to do a zoom call with WBO junior middleweight champion TimTszyu as he reacts to Keith Thurman pulling out of the fight, his new oppenent Sebastian Fundora and a possible fight with Terence Crawford.By Abraham Gonzalez

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Ep 74: Heavyweight Prospect Andrii Novitskyi 18:50

4M ago18:50

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This week's guest is undefeated Ukrainian heavyweight Andrii Novitskyi who scored a third round knockout on the Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou card. We talks what's next for him and a quick preview of this weekend's fights. FightsATW.comBy Abraham Gonzalez

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Putrid | Obsolete by Prisoner | Album Review 42:08

4M ago42:08

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For Tom's full interview with the band: https://tomosman.substack.com/p/episode-10-prisoner?r=6g776&triedRedirect=true This week we're discussing Putrid | Obsolete, the latest album by Prisoner. While these guys are self-described as industrial/metal/punk, the result sounds like all of these and none of them at the same time. Punishing, disturbing,…

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Ep 73: Senior Boxing Writer Keith Idec 32:15

4M ago32:15

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This week's guest is former senior writer at Boxing Scene, Keith Idec and we cover everything that is happening in boxing to include #FuryUsyk , #JoshuaNgannou , #Canelo & more. All episodes are brought to you by FightsATW.com.By Abraham Gonzalez

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Episode 188: Peeping Tom 47:57

4M ago47:57

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This week we’re discussing the one and only album by Mike Patton’s Peeping Tom. We all know Patton from Faith No More and Mr. Bungle (and his million other side projects, honestly), but Peeping Tom was the one time he tried mainstream pop music. Or at least his version of it, which of course sounds like no one else and could barely be considered po…

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Ep 72: Zhilei Zhang, Raymond Ford & Alan Belcher 34:31

4M ago34:31

34:31

This week's episode is jam packed with guests. We start off with interim WBO heavyweight champion Zhilei Zhang who fights Joseph Parker on 'Knockout Chaos' headlined by Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou. Then we speak to young featherweight contender Raymond Ford who has a title shot on Saturday live on ESPN+. To round it out, we have former Barekn…

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Episode 187: Porno for Pyros 1:03:40

4M ago1:03:40

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This week we’re discussing every album by Porno for Pyros. Formed by Perry Farrell and Stephen Perkins of Jane’s Addiction, Porno for Pyros is a completely distinct spin-off band. Where JA was more guitar-centric, these guys are more rhythmic and psychedelic. A completely different style, but dynamic and with plenty of musical depth. Also, the band…

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Bonus EP: Jake Donovan, Senior Writer, Ring Magazine 17:42

4M ago17:42

17:42

This bonus episode is appropriately named "The Decision Episode" as Senior Writer Jake Donovan announces his new role at The Ring Magazine after leaving longtime home Boxing Scene. We also get into Canelo, David Benavidez, Jaime Munguia, Terence Crawford, Edgar Berlanga and more.By Abraham Gonzalez

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She Reaches Out to She... by Chelsea Wolfe | Album Review 29:21

4M ago29:21

29:21

This week we’re discussing She Reaches Out to She Reaches Out to She, the latest album by Chelsea Wolfe. Aside from being a mouthful, this album has Wolfe once again taking a sharp detour from the style of her last album—this time into mind-bending, dark electronic. Wolfe rarely disappoints and this record is no different. Dig it. Closing track: “W…

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Ep 71: Dewey Cooper (Francis Ngannou's Trainer) 33:32

4M ago33:32

33:32

This week's guest is former fighter turned trainer and the President of Team Combat League Dewey Cooper. We discuss: -His long mixed martial arts and boxing career -Team Combat League -Francis Ngannou's performance against Tyson Fury -What he epxects from Francis Ngannou on fight night against Anthony Joshua & more.…

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EP 70: Super Featherweight Abraham 'Super' Nova 10:22

5M ago10:22

10:22

This week's episode features super featherweight contender Abraham 'Super' Nova who will be fighting for the WBC title against the champ O'Shaquie Foster at the Hulu Theater inside the Madison Square Garden on Friday night.By Abraham Gonzalez

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TANGK by IDLES | Album Review 42:12

5M ago42:12

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This week we’re discussing TANGK, the latest album by IDLES. We’ve been huge fans of these guys for years, but now the rest of the world is finally getting around to them. TANGK is their biggest record yet, with production by Nigel Godrich and a guest appearance by LCD Soundsystem. But TANGK doesn’t just talk a big game—it’s their best album yet an…

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Episode 186: 2Pac 2:01:35

5M ago2:01:35

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This week, we’re discussing every album by Tupac Shakur. Or, more accurately, every album by 2Pac and one by Makaveli. It would take us a year to cover all his posthumous albums, so we’re sticking with just one. If you’ve heard of music, then you know 2Pac, plain and simple. But how do we feel about his actual full-length albums? Let’s just say thi…

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Ep 69: Sergio Mora/ DAZN Boxing 26:00

5M ago26:00

26:00

This week's episode features former junior middleweight champion and DAZN commentator Sergio Mora as we get into #LopezOrtiz , #TysonFury , #ThurmanTszyu and more.By Abraham Gonzalez

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Ep 68: Lightweight Prospect Ashton Sylve 8:46

5M ago8:46

8:46

This week's guest features lightweight prospect Ashton Sylve who is signed to Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions. He will be headlining a card this Friday live on DAZN appropriately titled Most Valubale Prospects. We talk his upcoming fight, Vasiliy Lomachenko, Jake Paul and more.By Abraham Gonzalez

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Episode 185: Primus 2:50:49

5M ago2:50:49

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This week we’re discussing every album by Primus. This band needs no introduction as core members Les Claypool, Larry LaLonde, and Tim Alexander have been gracing us with their insanity since the late 80s. Heavy, funky, kooky, technical, and above all else, memorable. Plus they did several South Park themes. If you’ve been putting this band off, th…

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Ep 67: Featherweight Prospect Omar Trinidad 10:06

5M ago10:06

10:06

This week's bonus episode is with featherweight prospect Omar Trinidad who fights on the 360 Promotions card this Saturday which streams live on UFC Fight Pass. We get into his upbringing,his fight on Saturday night and what this year and beyond looks like for him.By Abraham Gonzalez

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Satyasena | Debut Album Review 42:34

5M ago42:34

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Tom’s full interview with Satyasena: https://tomosman.substack.com/p/episode-3-satyasena-interview?r=6g776 This week we’re discussing the debut album by Satyasena. Formed and led by Pej Mon (of Secret Chiefs 3 and Ghoul), Satyasena explores a side of metal that you probably haven’t heard before. Middle Eastern, industrial, and death metal, among ma…

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Ep 66: Junior Middleweight Chordale Booker 19:59

6M ago19:59

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This first episode of 2024 is with junior middleweight contender Chordale Booker who has a fight on February 3rd at the Mohegan Sun Casino in CT. The event is promoted by CES Boxing. Booker's story is a wild one so you don't want to miss this episode.By Abraham Gonzalez

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Episode 184: At the Drive-In 1:26:54

6M ago1:26:54

1:26:54

This week we’re discussing every album by At the Drive-In. Before Omar Rodriguez-Lopez and Cedric Bixler-Zavala went on to create proggy psychedelic greatness with The Mars Volta, they cut their teeth with Jim Ward in At the Drive-In. While they started out as straightforward punk/post-hardcore, by the end of their initial run, their evolution was …

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Bronson Arm | Album Review 26:39

6M ago26:39

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Tom’s full interview with the band: https://tomosman.substack.com/p/episode-2-bronson-arm-interview?r=6g776 This week we’re discussing the debut album by Bronson Arm. From Kalamazoo, MI, Bronson Arm is made up of Blake Bickel on baritone guitar and Garrett Yates on drums. Their vicious style of noise rock is reminiscent of 90s AmRep bands, although…

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