This week we're discussing every album by Sonic Youth from 1982 - 1992. Made up of core members Thurston Moore, Kim Gordon, Lee Ranaldo, and Steve Shelley, Sonic Youth are easily one of the most influential, as well as one of the most eclectic rock bands of all time. This era of the band covers all of their early years, including the vast majority of their most beloved albums. Incidentally, they're also a band Alex and Mike can't agree on to save their lives.

Intro/Band Overview 00:00

Sonic Youth EP 16:36

Confusion Is Sex 20:22

Bad Moon Rising 36:32

EVOL 48:47

Sister 59:07

Daydream Nation 1:13:42

The Whitey Album 1:36:22

Goo 1:54:02

Dirty 2:11:26

Outro 2:28:45

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Patreon

https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever

Merch

https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/

Mike’s EP:

Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,

Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey

Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030

Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds

History Tom’s stuff:

Music on Spotify, Apple

Podcast on Spotify, YouTube

Substack

Website

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Mike's Picks:

Confusion Is Sex (1983) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite

Dirty (1992) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite

Alex's Picks:

Daydream Nation (1988) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite

Confusion Is Sex (1983) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite

Albums we discussed this episode...

Sonic Youth EP (1982)

Confusion Is Sex (1983)

Bad Moon Rising (1985)

EVOL (1986)

Sister (1987)

Daydream Nation (1988)

The Whitey Album (1989)

Goo (1990)

Dirty (1992)

This week we're discussing every album by This Heat. This is a band we don't really have words for because they're unlike anything we've ever heard. To put a genre on them feels silly, especially considering some of their songs could hardly be considered music. But they are indeed one of the most original bands we've ever come across, with songs that could never be replicated or imitated. This Heat is the real deal.

Intro/Band Overview 00:00

This Heat 21:26

Health and Efficiency 36:14

Deceit 39:20

Outro 1:04:02

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Patreon

https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever

Merch

https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/

Mike’s EP:

Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,

Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey

Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030

Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds

History Tom’s stuff:

Music on Spotify, Apple

Podcast on Spotify, YouTube

Substack

Website

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Albums we discussed this episode...

This Heat (1979)

Health and Efficiency EP (1980)

Deceit (1981)

This week we're discussing every album by The Stone Roses. This band put out one of the most beloved albums of the 80s and then proceeded to completely crumble under its success, churning out one massive disappointment of a followup five years later, only to immediately break up. A harrowing tale, but at least we have some fun tunes out of it.

Intro/Band Overview 00:00

Brian Wilson Tangent 8:59

Back to the Band History 15:29

The Stone Roses 19:23

Second Coming 42:50

Outro 1:08:49

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Patreon

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Merch

https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/

Mike’s EP:

Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,

Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey

Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030

Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds

History Tom’s stuff:

Music on Spotify, Apple

Podcast on Spotify, YouTube

Substack

Website

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Albums we discussed this episode...

The Stone Roses (1989)

Second Coming (1994)

This week we're discussing every album by TOOL. This band needs no introduction, considering they're one of the most famous metal bands in existence. This is, however, Mike's first deep dive into the band. Some controversial takes here, some not so controversial. But even if you aren't the biggest TOOL fan in the world, there is simply no denying what they do well. 

Intro/Band Overview 00:00

Undertow 37:24

AEnima 53:04

Lateralus 1:07:24

10,000 Days 1:24:49

Fear Inoculum 1:41:02

Outro 2:10:37

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Patreon

https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever

Merch

https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/

Mike’s EP:

Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,

Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey

Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030

Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds

History Tom’s stuff:

Music on Spotify, Apple

Podcast on Spotify, YouTube

Substack

Website

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Mike's Picks: Lateralus (2001) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite

Undertow (1993) -- Worst Album

Fear Inoculum (2019) -- Least Favorite

Alex's Picks: Lateralus (2001) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite

Fear Inoculum (2019) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite

Albums we discussed this episode...

Undertow (1993)

AEnima (1996)

Lateralus (2001)

10,000 Days (2006)

Fear Inoculum (2019)

This week we're discussing every album by Creedle. If you haven't heard of this band, don't worry, no one has. However, we urge you to change that today. Creedle is one of the most criminally underrated and underappreciated prog bands that exists. If you're a fan of Mr. Bungle, King Crimson, Secret Chiefs 3, or just crazy music in general, then they are an absolute must listen.

Intro/Band Overview 00:00

Half Man Half Pie 13:24

Silent Weapons for Quiet Wars 34:40

When the Wind Blows 53:28

Outro 1:16:00

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Patreon

https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever

Merch

https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/

Mike’s EP:

Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,

Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey

Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030

Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds

History Tom’s stuff:

Music on Spotify, Apple

Podcast on Spotify, YouTube

Substack

Website

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Mike's Picks:

Silent Weapons for Quiet Wars (1994) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite

Half Man Half Pie (1992) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite

Alex's Picks:

When the Wind Blows (1996) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite

Half Man Half Pie (1992) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite

Albums we discussed this episode...

Half Man Half Pie (1992)

Silent Weapons for Quiet Wars (1994)

When the Wind Blows (1996)

This week we're discussing Lucro Sucio, the latest album by The Mars Volta. It's been three years since the Volta surprised us with their self-titled reunion album in 2022, and now Lucro Sucio shows the band even less predictable than ever. This easily has some of their most deep and psychedelic production. However, we still have problems with the album as a whole.

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Patreon

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Merch

https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/

Mike’s EP:

Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,

Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey

Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030

Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds

History Tom’s stuff:

Music on Spotify, Apple

Podcast on Spotify, YouTube

Substack

Website

This week we're discussing every remaining album by legendary prog rock band King Crimson. This episode tackles 1981 - 2003, where KC mainstays Adrian Belew and Tony Levin first join the group. Despite some moments that are a bit dated (specifically in the production), Robert Fripp and company continue to surprise us with their sheer audacity in their songwriting. Maybe these albums aren't perfect, but they sure are impressive.

Intro/Overview 00:00

Discipline 11:13

Beat 27:15

Three of a Perfect Pair 36:39

THRAK 50:18

The ConstruKction of Light 1:11:34

The Power to Believe 1:26:42

What are they up to now? 1:39:13

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Patreon

https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever

Merch

https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/

Mike’s EP:

Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,

Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey

Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030

Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds

History Tom’s stuff:

Music on Spotify, Apple

Podcast on Spotify, YouTube

Substack

Website

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Mike's Picks:

Discipline (1981) -- Best Album

THRAK (1995) -- Personal Favorite

The Power to Believe (2003) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite

Alex's Picks:

The ConstruKction of Light (2000) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite

Beat (1982) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite

Albums we discussed this episode...

Discipline (1981)

Beat (1982)

Three of a Perfect Pair (1984)

THRAK (1995)

The ConstruKction of Light (2000)

The Power to Believe (2003)

This week we're discussing Birthing, the latest album by Swans. Our history guy and interviewer Tom Osman is filling in for Alex this week to reflect on our recent interview with Michael Gira, as well as take a deep dive into the final massive Swans album we're likely ever going to get. Birthing is as intense as it gets for Swans, so fans will be in for a treat, despite its 2 hour runtime. Be sure to check out all our episodes chronicling Swans' entire discography (episodes 150, 160, and 170), as well as our interview with Michael Gira. Birthing releases on May 30.

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Patreon

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Merch

https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/

Mike’s EP:

Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,

Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey

Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030

Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds

History Tom’s stuff:

Music on Spotify, Apple

Podcast on Spotify, YouTube

Substack

Website

This week we're interviewing Michael Gira: leader, vocalist, guitarist, and main songwriter for the legendary Swans. Swans' latest album, entitled Birthing, releases on May 30 and is reported by Gira to be the band's final large-sounding, expansive album. Michael was generous enough to have a phone conversation with Mike and Tom to talk all about it, as well as his creative process as a whole. Swans are a band like no other and if you haven't already, check out all of our episodes chronicling each of their studio albums.

Episode 150: Swans (Pt. 1) https://youtu.be/R5ltWzL0vI8

Episode 160: Swans (Pt. 2) https://youtu.be/J4dbhdpO84Y

Episode 170: Swans (Pt. 3) https://youtu.be/QEQmqFQ-rbE

Intro 00:00

Interview Start 1:27

The Initial Songwriting Process 5:58

Michael's Lyrical Themes and Motifs 8:20

Outside Influences on Birthing 11:58

Why Michael Chose Music Instead of Art 17:41

Swans' Live Performances 18:57

Percussion Choices on Birthing 25:13

Composing Birthing's Songs In-Studio 26:36

Did Michael Plan for This To Be the Last Big Swans Album? 30:06

The New Direction for Swans 31:40

2025 Touring Plans, Birthing Release 32:25

Closing Words with Michael 35:25

Outro 36:05

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Patreon

https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever

Merch

https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/

Mike’s EP:

Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,

Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey

Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030

Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds

History Tom’s stuff:

Music on Spotify, Apple

Podcast on Spotify, YouTube

Substack

Website

This week we're discussing every album by Eyehategod. From New Orleans, Eyehategod are one of the most quintessential sludge metal bands that exists. Led by vocalist Mike IX Williams and guitarist Jimmy Bower, this band has been through hell since their formation in 1988. But they're still going strong after being wrecked with drug abuse, incarceration, and death.

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Patreon

https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever

Merch

https://pandermonkey.creator-spring.com/

Mike’s EP:

Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,

Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey

Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030

Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds

History Tom’s stuff:

Music on Spotify, Apple

Podcast on Spotify, YouTube

Substack

Website

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Mike's Picks:

In the Name of Suffering (1990) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite

Take as Needed for Pain (1993) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite

Alex's Picks:

Take as Needed for Pain (1993) -- Best Album

Eyehategod (2014) -- Personal Favorite

A History of Nomadic Behavior (2021) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite

Albums we discussed this episode...

In the Name of Suffering (1990)

Take as Needed for Pain (1993)

Dopesick (1996)

Confederacy of Ruined Lives (2000)

Eyehategod (2014)

A History of Nomadic Behavior (2021)