The boys are joined by Mason Judy (psychotherapist, writer) and get deep into The Weakerthan's much-beloved second album. How did they become Mason's favorite band? Is John K. Samson actually Winnipeg's poet laureate? What will their Heros be? Tune in to find out.

Part Two is out next week.

Links:

• The Weakerthans - Pamphleteer - live Heidelberg 2001
• John K. Samson's website
• City Still Breathing: Listening to the Weakerthans (Geist article we reference)

It's part two of our convo with Julia— we get into the nitty-gritty of 2007's Cassadaga, the band's highest-charting album in the US upon its release. Where will the "Four Winds" take us? Tune in to find out. 

Links

• Conor Oberst does a track-by-track breakdown of Cassadaga
• Malcolm Jack's Bandcamp

Today could be the "First Day of My Life" or maybe, your life. Writer and producer Julia Kochuk joins us to talk about how Bright Eyes hits harder and in different ways in the here and now. Join us for part one of this fun, dynamic convo where emotions are a-okay.

Links

• Julia's website — https://www.juliakochuk.com/
• Bright Eyes on the Late Late Show
• David Bazan - I Flirted With You All My Life 

Lucas and Cail are joined by Tatenda Musewe (musician/cool pal) to discuss the debut studio album by Black Star. Two legendary emcees, rollerblading, an inside look at NYC...what more could you want? 

Links:

• AvA: Tatenda's Picks for Black Star (Spotify Playlist)
• Knowone - "Psychedelic Soul" - Tatenda's band
• Insane Black Star performance 
• The Departure - Yasiin Gaye (Yasiin Bey + Marvin Gaye) 
• Just Wright Trailer (Common's basketball movie with Queen Latifa) 

The titans of indie-rock...and good Canadians to boot, eh? Lucas and Cail are joined by musician Cole Friesen to dissect and battle the first two Arcade Fire records. Which one will "Win" in the end? 

Links

• Cole's music profile

Lucas and Cail are joined by Carson Mills (music writer behind Vikings & Beekeepers) to discuss Fucked Up, the most "restless and progressive" hardcore band in North America. Are you a Glass Boy or do you Dose Your Dreams?

Links:

• Vikings & Beekeepers - Carson's long-running music blog
• Up Toppers - Musical Gluttony From Two Hangry Listeners

The boys discuss the debut releases from two important Vancouver bands. One is a psychedelic barn-burner—the other, a jangly, Lou Reed-inspired tour de force,  loaded with sex. It's a great discussion with special guest Curtis Collier (writer, teacher, and book critic) bringing insights and laughs.

Links:

Fred Flintstone Rocks Out

Black Mountain: Don't Run Our Hearts Around (video)

Pink Mountaintops: Tourist In Your Town (video)

The boys are back with eight songs to make you cry. Sadness guaranteed or your tears back.

Songs To Make You Cry: A Spotify Playlist

Tracklist:

1. Casimir Pulaski Day - Sufjan Stevens

2. Into My Arms - Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds

3. If We Were Strangers - Northcote

4. Guess I'm Doing Fine - Beck

5. Your Life In France - Ceremony

6. Something - Julien Baker

7. Mother - John Lennon

8. Tryin' To Get To Heaven - David Bowie

If you're a fan of these Sheffield sweethearts, this is a must-listen AvA episode. Buckle-up, this one is a four out of five. 

Links

• Annie Mac interview with Alex Turner
• "Why Arctic Monkeys' Tranquility Base Hotel and Casino Is a Masterpiece"
• Nardwuar vs. Arctic Monkeys
• Dua Lipa covers Arctic Monkeys Do I Wanna Know? in the Live Lounge
• First-Ever Monster Jam Truck front flip - Lee O'Donnell 

It's the battle royale you've been waiting for. Lucas and Cail are joined by longtime friend and musician Dillon Adams to discuss Weezer's most beloved records. You know 'em, you have an opinion—let's get into it, shall we?

• Weezer - SNL w/Matt Damon