Saint Etienne, Joe Satriani, Howlin' Maggie, & Pedro the Lion
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Latest Podcasts
Joe Satriani - Surfing with the Alien | 80s Metal Revisited
In 1987, the world of rock and metal was ruled by flamboyant frontmen and larger-than-life bands. But with Surfing with the Alien, Joe Satriani flipped the script. An instrumental album led not by a voice but by six strings, it captured the imaginations of rock fans and musicians alike, proving that the guitar itself could sing.
Howlin' Maggie - Honeysuckle Strange | 90s Album Revisited
Let’s rewind to May 1996, when alternative rock ruled the airwaves. From Oasis to Soundgarden, Dishwalla to Collective Soul, the charts were packed with heavyweights. Somewhere in that mix, cutting through the noise with their own spin on rock, was Howlin’ Maggie, a Columbus, Ohio band making waves with their major-label debut,
Pedro the Lion - Control | 00s Rock Revisited
It’s spring, 2002. The airwaves are buzzing with pop-punk anthems and nu-metal angst, while the indie scene offers refuge for those searching for something quieter, deeper. Bands like Death Cab for Cutie and Bright Eyes are redefining vulnerability in music, but few albums cut as close to the bone as Pedro the Lion’s
New Releases
Saint Etienne – The Night
Beloved British trio Saint Etienne released their twelfth studio album, The Night, on December 13, 2024, through Heavenly Recordings. A follow-up to their critically acclaimed 2021 album, I’ve Been Trying To Tell You, The Night delivers an ambient escape from the chaos of daily life, capturing the essence of the after-hours. The album takes listeners through layered tranquility, offering calm to restless minds and a gentle respite from modern life’s relentless pace.
Helloween – Live At Budokan
German power metal legends Helloween released a new live album, Live At Budokan, on December 13, 2024, via Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM). This colossal effort immortalizes Helloween’s September 16, 2023, performance at Tokyo’s legendary Nippon Budokan. The album is available in various formats, including 2CD-digipak, 3LP vinyl, Blu-ray, DVD, and digital.
The Cure – Songs of a Live World: Troxy London MMXXIV
The Cure released a live album, Songs of a Live World: Troxy London MMXXIV, on December 13, 2024. This album captures their performance at London’s Troxy on November 1, 2024, where they played their first new studio album in 16 years, Songs of a Lost World, in its entirety. All Cure record royalties from this live release are being donated to War Child.
A Certain Ratio – Christmasville UK EP
Manchester post-punk-funk innovators A Certain Ratio released a brand new four-track EP, Christmasville UK, on December 11, 2024, via Mute. The EP features ACR’s first-ever Christmas track, ‘Now and Laughter’, embodying the hope and goodwill of the season. It is available on 12” limited edition transparent orange vinyl and digitally.
December’s 90s Rock Album Tournament: Cast Your Vote! 🎸
The 90s rock showdown is heating up! This month, we’ve got nine listener-suggested albums battling it out for the next podcast review. From post-hardcore hidden gems to electronica-infused experimental sounds, there’s something for every 90s rock fan in this lineup.
Here’s where the votes stand:
• Arcwelder – Pull and Seaweed – Actions and Indications are neck-and-neck with 28% each.
• New Order – Republic isn’t far behind at 22%.
• The rest of the field, including Havana 3am, 24-7 Spyz, and Avail, are tied at 6%.
But it’s not over yet—your vote can tip the balance!
💬 Want to see your favorite band featured next time? We’re always listening for album suggestions. Submit yours and keep the hopper filled with 90s rock magic.
that Cure Live album review is literally wrong.