And we're off! In our introductory episode, Von and Rachel discuss some of their favorite music from the previous summer, ranging from tried-and-true folk punk like Tim Barry, Roxie Watson's newgrass, and Chinese sludge blues act GUIGUISUISUI. And a lot of banter between our co-hosts. Links to Rachel's reviews included in the show notes.

1. Tim Barry, “High on 95” (High On 95)

2. David T8tz, “Home” (Pack Thy Secrets Deep)

3. Little Waist,  “Nailbiter” (Nothing But the Bones On My Back)

4. The Slow Death, “Picking You Up” (Punishers)

5. Secret Emchy Society (Popaganda) -- End of Pretty

6. Roxie Watson, “Simple American Life” (Try A Little Kindness)

7. Shawn Butzin, “Carefree to Carolina” (Northern Trails)

8. GUIGUISUISUI, “Carnival Urge” (Nekroma)

9. Sister Rosetta Tharpe, “Didn’t It Rain Feat. Sam Price Trio” (The One And Only Queen Of Hot Gospel

10. Mount Thelonius, “Time (A Little More Time)”