Robb. And. Colton. Talk about. Tool's Discography. This week on Know Your Writes! we'll see. This band's mastery. Enjoy, please! 

Other topics include:
- the beginning of the podcast's "dirty thirties"
- the delusional nature of fandom 
- the greatness of Kaitlin Clark (and A'ja Wilson)
 

Bands mentioned in this episode:
- Vampire Weekend 
- A Perfect Circle 
- Tim McGraw 

Carry this podcast episode for luck, safe in your preferred media player, because it's time for Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton take on the saddest songs written by Chris Carrabba's Dashboard Confessional; our hosts will sit around and wonder what makes the Florida outfit's first four albums tick. Other topics include:

- the glory of drummer Mike Marsh 
- Sports Talk: The Shohei Chronicles 
- the evolution of songwriter Robb McGregor 

Bands mentioned in this episode:
- Lauryn Hill 
- DeFault American 
- Fall Out Boy
- Avett Brothers 

There's nothing we can do...except hit you with another episode of Know Your Writes!  For their 1-year pod-iversary, Robb and Colton go back to where it all started (sort of) with Ozma. Our hosts will dive into this Pasadena band's entire discography to see what makes them more than a Weezer clone. 

Other topics include:
- the one opinion our hosts would change from the last year
- just how can a band sound like Weezer without it being weird
- Colton talking about Harold Bloom for some reason

Bands mentioned in this episode:
- Weezer
- The Hives 

Admit it: you've been waiting all week for an episode of Know Your Writes! Today's episode finds Robb and Colton taking on a collection of albums by Max Bemis's Say Anything. From 2004's ...is a real boy to Say Anything (2009), they'll unpack the good and the very, very not good in this volatile emo act's catalogue

Other topics include:
- is all music just bad now? 
- a short but weirdly detailed debate on where to buy indie music in Lancaster, CA during the early 2000s. 
- Robb's most controversial "Worst Song" pick 

Bands mentioned in this episode:
- Mother Mother
- Vampire Weekend 
- Norah Jones 
- MGMT 
- Tool (it happened again) 

Wind up your butterfly clocks, lie down on the hardwood floor, and tune in to Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton take on the prog-rock art of Facing New York. Our hosts reminisce about their experience opening for this Bay Area trio before diving into their three amazing albums. 

Other topics include:
- How to embarrass yourself in front of songwriters you admire 
- Garfunkel vs Simon; Chevy Chase vs Bill Murray
- Who is the funniest bear?

Bands mentioned in this episode:
- Steel Train
- Paul Simon 
- Cursive
- Tool
- Circa Survive
- Explosions in the Sky

Go on and kick off your boots, because it's time for Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton have something to tell you: the greatness of California's own Haim. Our hosts will talk about the trio's three records to see why these sisters write such compelling songs. 

Other topics include:
- various ways of mispronouncing Julian Casablancas
- unpacking the downfall of Pitchfork.com
- how much production is too much production? 

Bands mentioned in this episode:
- Kid Static
- Waxahatchee 
- Taylor Swift
- The Eagles 

Take it easy for a little while, and enjoy a new episode of Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton jump into an unprecedented round two of Arctic Monkeys. They'll discuss songs from the bands last four LPs, from Suck It and See to 2022's The Car. 

Other topics include:
- Colton's punishment for losing the Christmas Song draft
- the various uses of the word "contentious"
- the podcast's first ever overrated/underrated "switcheroo"

Bands mentioned in this episode:
- Sprints
- Franz Ferdinand 
- David Bowie 

Tonight, there'll be a ruckus, but right now, it's time for Know Your Writes!  Join hosts Robb and Colton as they dive into the first three albums by Sheffield's Arctic Monkeys. They'll sort through what makes this band so special and battle over which of the first three records are the strongest. 

Other topics include:
- The results of our 2023 Christmas Song Draft Showdown!
- Why Colton doesn't listen to Robb's band recommendations 
- Colton's most perplexing Best Album choice 

Bands mentioned in this episode:
- Vic Chesnutt 
- Tool (of course)
- Vampire Weekend 
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From the top of ocean to the bottom of the sky, everyone's ready for another episode of Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton--two major players in the podcaster scene--tackle four records from the inimitable Modest Mouse! Our hosts discuss the band's full-length release from 1997 to 2007 as they strive to explain what makes this such an amazing ten-year stretch of songwriting. 

Other topics include: 
- a brief but exciting "Sports Talk!" segment 
- our hosts picks for best and worst songs featured on the podcast during 2023
- Issac Brock the singer vs Issac Brock the guitarist 

Other bands mentioned in this episode:
- A Perfect Circle 
- The Decemberists 
- Weezer 
- Jimmy Eat World

A Bass Blown Entertainment Podcast 

It's been much too long, meaning it's time for Know Your Writes! Before 2023 is over, Robb and Colton take one more time to chat about electronic titans Daft Punk. Once they finish their discussion, they'll be joined by special guest Leo Cardona (aka DJ Brute), who breaks down the reasons behind Daft Punk's lasting influence. 

Other topics include:
- songwriting resolutions  
- what makes the "perfect" song?
- a very special announcement regarding the podcast's future! 

Bands mentioned in this episode:
- Red Hot Chili Peppers
- Ben Kweller 
- Dragon Force 
- My Friend Sam