Bearded Gentlemen Music Podcast

The Crushed Monocle Podcast is where Jon and Coop talk about stuff. ALL the stuff! Music, movies, shows, life, or whatever. Naturally, they will mispronounce names, exhibit crippling self-awareness, and never fail to profess their love for the 1995 masterpiece, Showgirls. Regardless of the topics of discussion, Jon and Coop always recommend the music you should be listening to. This is why you must subscribe to this podcast on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you consume fine podcasts. This is the Crushed Monocle Podcast: Episode 39 – Human Impact

Something of a supergroup, Human Impact is made up of members of Unsane, Cop Shoot Cop, Daughters, and Made Out Of Babies. Their music is dark, aggressive, and perhaps even a little post-apocalyptic. Blending elements of noise, ambient, and industrial while maintaining the DIY of the New York hardcore scene. For their sophomore album Gone Dark (on Ipecac Recordings), Chris Spencer and Jim Coleman take an organic approach to match the sound of their explosive live show.

Unfortunately, there were a few technical hiccups that caused Jim to drop in and out in the later part of this episode. That’s just an endearing reminder that Crushed Monocle Podcast is not a big-budget production but a place where the guests and hosts are just hanging out.

Do these topics interest you? Well, you’ve stuck it out with the show this far, so that has to count for something! Please don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share The Crushed Monocle Podcast in your favorite format. So, kick back, turn up the noise, and enjoy Jon, Coop, and Human Impact talking about stuff. ALL the stuff!

Going Dark is available on October 4th from Ipecac Recordings

For additional music recommendations, please check out the Crushed Monocle companion column, The Showcase!

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The Crushed Monocle Podcast is where Jon and Coop talk about stuff. ALL the stuff! Music, movies, shows, life, or whatever. Naturally, they will mispronounce names, exhibit crippling self-awareness, and never fail to profess their love for the 1995 masterpiece, Showgirls. Regardless of the topics of discussion, Jon and Coop always recommend the music you should be listening to. This is why you must subscribe to this podcast on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you consume fine podcasts. This is the Crushed Monocle Podcast: Episode 38 – Cola

From the ashes of the Montreal band Ought, Tim Darcy and Ben Stidworthy teamed up with Evan Cartwright to form Cola. Combining elements of post-punk, alt-rock, and jazz-adjacent genres, Cola tightens up their musicianship to put the experimental emphasis on lyrics and performance. To discuss their sophomore release, The Gloss, Tim and Evan stop by as well as a brief appearance by Tim’s brand new puppy!

Do these topics interest you? Well, you’ve stuck it out with the show this far, so that has to count for something! Please don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share The Crushed Monocle Podcast in your favorite format. So, kick back, turn up the noise, and enjoy Jon, Coop, and Cola talking about stuff. ALL the stuff!

For additional music recommendations, please check out the Crushed Monocle companion column, The Showcase!

If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support this podcast, please consider donating to the Crushed Monocle Tip Jar (you don’t even have to stop swearing!)

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The Crushed Monocle Podcast is where Jon and Coop talk about stuff. ALL the stuff! Music, movies, shows, life, or whatever. Naturally, they will mispronounce names, exhibit crippling self-awareness, and never fail to profess their love for the 1995 masterpiece, Showgirls. Regardless of the topics of discussion, Jon and Coop always recommend the music you should be listening to. This is why you must subscribe to this podcast on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you consume fine podcasts. This is the Crushed Monocle Podcast: Episode 37 – with Tyler Bates!

In the early 1990s, Tyler Bates was a founding member of the alternative rock band PET, before moving into composing music for film and television. Starting with genre films like Thicker Than Water, Bates got his first big break in Zack Snyder’s 2004 remake of Dawn Of The Dead. Since then, Bates has been in extreme demand for intricate artistry and effectiveness. His television credits include Criminal Minds, The Punisher, and NBC’s Tracker. On the film side, Tyler Bates has scored 300, The Watchmen, Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 1 and 2, Deadpool 2, The John Wick films, and Atomic Blonde. Most recently, Ti West’s X trilogy, X, Pearl, and he recently released MaXXXine.

Do these topics interest you? Well, you’ve stuck it out with the show this far, so that has to count for something! Please don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share The Crushed Monocle Podcast in your favorite format. So, kick back, turn up the noise, and enjoy Jon, Coop, and Tyler Bates talking about stuff. ALL the stuff!

MaXXXine is currently in theaters and the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack is now streaming.

If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support this podcast, please consider donating to the Crushed Monocle Tip Jar (you don’t even have to stop swearing!)

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The Crushed Monocle Podcast is where Jon and Coop talk about stuff. ALL the stuff! Music, movies, shows, life, or whatever. Naturally, they will mispronounce names, exhibit crippling self-awareness, and never fail to profess their love for the 1995 masterpiece, Showgirls. Regardless of the topics of discussion, Jon and Coop always recommend the music you should be listening to. This is why you must subscribe to this podcast on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you consume fine podcasts. This is the Crushed Monocle Podcast: Episode 36 – Dale Crover of the MELVINS!

As one of the most prolific musicians in hardcore and punk, Dale Crover has been in bands such as Shrinebuilder, Men Of Porn, Crystal Fairy, Fecal Matter, and even briefly in Nirvana for a time. He has shared the stage with artists like Redd Kross, Hank Williams III, OFF!, and Altamont, as well as various solo albums. But you probably know him best with Buzz Osbourne, the most consistent member of the Melvins.

Do these topics interest you? Well, you’ve stuck it out with the show this far, so that has to count for something! Please don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share The Crushed Monocle Podcast in your favorite format. So, kick back, turn up the noise, and enjoy Jon, Coop, and Dale Crover talking about stuff. ALL the stuff!

Tarantula Heart is now available on Ipecac Recordings and Bandcamp.

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The Crushed Monocle Podcast is where Jon and Coop talk about stuff. ALL the stuff! Music, movies, shows, life, or whatever. Naturally, they will mispronounce names, exhibit crippling self-awareness, and never fail to profess their love for the 1995 masterpiece, Showgirls. Regardless of the topics of discussion, Jon and Coop always recommend the music you should be listening to. This is why you must subscribe to this podcast on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you consume fine podcasts. This is the Crushed Monocle Podcast: Episode 35 – BIG BRAVE!

Formed in Montreal, Quebec in 2012, Big Brave is a trio specializing in experimental music both heavy and poetic. Their music has been called chaotic and violent, as well as vulnerable and beautiful. Ahead of their latest record, A Chaos Of Flowers (on Thrill Jockey), Robin, Tasy, and Mathieu hang out to talk about the making of the album, their approach to songwriting, and how they’ve reached a point in their career where they can do pretty much whatever they want in terms of production and experimentation.

Do these topics interest you? Well, you’ve stuck it out with the show this far, so that has to count for something! Please don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share The Crushed Monocle Podcast in your favorite format. So, kick back, turn up the noise, and enjoy Jon, Coop, and Big Brave talking about stuff. ALL the stuff!

A Chaos Of Flowers is available on April 19, via Thrill Jockey and Bandcamp.

If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support this podcast, please consider donating to the Crushed Monocle Tip Jar (you don’t even have to stop swearing!)

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The Crushed Monocle Podcast is where Jon and Coop talk about stuff. ALL the stuff! Music, movies, shows, life, or whatever. Naturally, they will mispronounce names, exhibit crippling self-awareness, and never fail to profess their love for the 1995 masterpiece, Showgirls. Regardless of the topics of discussion, Jon and Coop always recommend the music you should be listening to. This is why you must subscribe to this podcast on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you consume fine podcasts. This is the Crushed Monocle Podcast: Episode 34 – Scott Evans of Kowloon Walled City!

Hailing from Oakland, California, Evans is a writer for Tape Op Magazine and the frontman and guitarist of Kowloon Walled City. When he isn’t behind the mic on a stage, he is behind a mixing table at his studio, Antisleep Audio. In addition to recording his own band, he has produced, mixed, and mastered releases by countless others. Artists include Tvivler, Ghoul, Roger Waters, Rid Of Me, Thrice, Sleep, Autopsy, and many many others.

Do these topics interest you? Well, you’ve stuck it out with the show this far, so that has to count for something! Please don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share The Crushed Monocle Podcast in your favorite format. So, kick back, turn up the noise, and enjoy Jon, Coop, and Scott Evans talking about stuff. ALL the stuff!

Please consider supporting the artists and labels Scott Evans, Jon, and Coop recommend in this episode:

Kowloon Walled City | Antisleep Audio | Ty Segall | Gazelle Twin | Pork Belly | Crippling Alcoholism | Unbite | foamboy | Astral K | Lucifer | Ministry | Evil Adam | Grave Gnosis | Flesh Tape | Kollapse | Cell Press | Snow Halo | Tape Op Magazine

If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support this podcast, please consider donating to the Crushed Monocle Tip Jar (you don’t even have to stop swearing!)

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The Crushed Monocle Podcast is where Jon and Coop talk about stuff. ALL the stuff! Music, movies, shows, life, or whatever. Naturally, they will mispronounce names, poke fun at themselves, and never fail to profess their love for the 1995 masterpiece, Showgirls. No matter what, Jon and Coop go above and beyond to lift up the indie artist. This is why you must subscribe to this podcast on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you consume fine podcasts. This is the Crushed Monocle Podcast: Episode 33 – Chris Enriquez of Spotlights!

As drummer for acts such as Spotlights, Primitive Weapons, Julie Christmas, On The Might Of Princes, Total Meltdown, and his solo project, Light Tower, Chris Enriquez is one of the busiest men in music. In addition to drums, he is also co-owner of the revived legendary label Wreck-Age Records and works for Revolver, The Hard Times, Goldmine, Alternative Press, Metal Edge, and Brooklyn Vegan. Enriquez has no shortage of stories and wisdom.

Do these topics interest you? Well, you’ve stuck it out with the show this far, so that has to count for something! Please don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share The Crushed Monocle Podcast in your favorite format. So, kick back, turn up the noise, and enjoy Jon, Coop, and Chris Enriquez talking about stuff. ALL the stuff!

Please consider supporting the artists and labels Chris Enriquez, Jon, and Coop recommend in this episode:

Spotlights | Light Tower | Total Meltdown | On The Might Of Princes | Julie Christmas | Primitive Weapons | Brain Cave | Baratro | Plantoid | Cower | Kerry King | Weaving Spiders | Monogroove | Ghost Days | Ipecac Recordings | Wreck-Age Records

If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support this podcast, please consider donating to the Crushed Monocle Tip Jar (you don’t even have to stop swearing!)

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The Crushed Monocle Podcast is a show where Jon and Coop talk about stuff. ALL the stuff! Music, movies, shows, life, or whatever. Naturally, they will mispronounce names, poke fun at themselves, and never fail to profess their love for the 1995 masterpiece, Showgirls. Doesn’t that excite you? Sure it does! This is why you must subscribe to this podcast on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you consume fine podcasts. This is the Crushed Monocle Podcast: Episode 32 – Mike McGinnis of Rid Of Me!

<a href="https://ridofme.bandcamp.com/album/access-to-the-lonely">Access To The Lonely by Rid Of Me</a>

Mike McGinnis has been an integral part of the noise-rock scene for quite a few years. Originally from the band Fight Amp and Low Dose before their dissolution in 2019. You may know him these days as the guitarist and co-founder of RID OF ME. Their sophomore record Access To The Lonely was a runaway success and found the band on many year-end lists praising the record for its chaotic beauty. McGinnis is also the founder of the indie Philidelphia label Knife Hit Records.

Do these topics interest you? Well, you’ve stuck it out with the show this far, so that has to count for something! Please don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share The Crushed Monocle Podcast in your favorite format. So, kick back, turn up the noise, and enjoy Jon, Coop, and Mike McGinnis talking about stuff. ALL the stuff!

Please support the artists Jon, Coop, and Mike recommend in this episode:

Capsule | Torche | Wrong | Hello Mary | Electric Hawk | Wet Chain | Coronary | Paula Cooper | Institute | Facet | Stuck | Rid Of Me | Knife Hits Records

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The Crushed Monocle Podcast is a show where Jon and Coop talk about stuff. ALL the stuff! Music, movies, shows, life, or whatever. Naturally, they will mispronounce names, poke fun at themselves, and never fail to profess their love for the 1995 masterpiece, Showgirls. Doesn’t that excite you? Sure it does! This is why you must subscribe to this podcast on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you consume fine podcasts. This is the Crushed Monocle Podcast: Episode 31 – The Year Unwrapped!

It was an incredible year for music! With so many stellar releases, there’s hardly enough to listen to them all, much less critique them! After discussing some of their favorite current albums, Jon and Coop delve into what made 2023 such an interesting year for every genre.

Do these topics interest you? Well, you’ve stuck it out with the show this far, so that has to count for something! Please don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share The Crushed Monocle Podcast in your favorite format. So, kick back, sip on some spoiled eggnog, and enjoy Jon and Coop talking about stuff. ALL the stuff!

Resources: HEALTH – Rat Wars, Gentle Hen – The Whole Point of The Trip, Magick Touch – Cakes & Coffins, Wesley Bright – Must Be The Love, Lisa McClendon – Reality, Rid Of Me – Access To The Lonely, Beige Palace – Making Sounds For Andy, Human Worth Records, SAVER – From Ember And Rust, Chris Brown – 11:11, Hbomberguy – Plagiarism and You(tube), ToddInTheShadows – Fact Checking James Somerton,  SomeOrdinaryGamers – Completetionist Controversy , The Completionist Responds

If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support this podcast, please consider donating to the Crushed Monocle Tip Jar (you don’t even have to stop swearing!)

The views shared on this podcast are those of Coop and Jon (or guests if any) and do not reflect the opinions of every contributor to BeardedGentlemenMusic or the publication as a whole. 

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The Crushed Monocle Podcast is a show where Jon and Coop talk about stuff. ALL the stuff! Music, movies, shows, life, or whatever. Naturally, they will mispronounce names, poke fun at themselves, and never fail to profess their love for the 1995 masterpiece, Showgirls. Doesn’t that excite you? Sure it does! This is why you must subscribe to this podcast on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you consume fine podcasts. This is the Crushed Monocle Podcast: Episode 30 – POP IS DEAD!

Back in September, YouTube personality Jonny Harvey published a video sharing his thoughts on the current decline of Pop music, and by extension, the popstar in modern pop culture.  And while it’s a fascinating video where Mr. Harvey makes some great points, Jon and Coop have a hard time putting the blame solely on TikTok. In response to this video, the guys share their own opinions and offer an open invitation for Mr. Harvey to join in on a future episode, welcoming his rebuttal. By the way, please check out his YouTube channel, it’s great!

Do these topics interest you? Well, you’ve stuck it out with the show this far, so that has to count for something! Please don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share The Crushed Monocle Podcast in your favorite format. So, kick back, sip on a beverage, and enjoy Jon and Coop talking about stuff. ALL the stuff!

If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support this podcast, please consider donating to the Crushed Monocle Tip Jar (you don’t even have to stop swearing!)

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