This week, Craig and Kevin turn their attention to 1975, digging into two albums that deserve far more love in the larger music conversation.

Craig shines a light on Burning Spear’s Marcus Garvey, a towering reggae statement packed with spiritual weight, political urgency, and some of the most powerful roots grooves of the decade. Kevin counters with Ted Lucas’ self-titled album, a beautifully understated blend of folk, psych, blues, and soul that feels like a hidden treasure waiting to be rediscovered.

From there, Craig puts Kevin in the hot seat with a fresh round of Dig It or Dump It, tossing out a mix of artists, music styles, and wild-card picks to see what lands — and what gets tossed aside.

To close things out, the guys wrap with Either/Or, bringing 10 selections each and forcing the other to make the call. As always, the choices come quick, the reactions come honest, and a few tough decisions make for some great debate.

From roots reggae to lost folk gems to rapid-fire music picks, this episode covers a lot of ground.

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Craig and Kevin switch things up this week, diving straight into their albums of the week, spotlighting the year 1967 — one of the most transformative years in music history.

Craig kicks things off with Magic Sam’s West Side Soul, a blues classic that helped define the Chicago West Side sound with its smooth guitar work and emotional depth. Kevin follows with Country Joe & The Fish’s Electric Music for the Mind and Body, a psychedelic landmark that perfectly captures the counterculture spirit of the late ‘60s.

From there, the guys shift gears into a back-and-forth round of Either/Or, each throwing 10 matchups at the other — forcing quick decisions and sparking some unexpected debates.

To close things out, Craig puts Kevin on the spot with another round of Dig It, Dump It, or Don’t Know It, mixing in artists, genres, and curveballs that keep things unpredictable.

From blues to psychedelia to rapid-fire reactions — this one covers it all.

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This week kicks off with a little Either/Or — as Craig & Kevin throw 10 rapid-fire matchups to each other — forcing some tough decisions from a variety of topics.

From there we move onto our Overlooked / Underrated Album of the week, which comes from 1965.

Craig spotlights Kenny Dorham’s Trompeta Toccata — a sleek, minimalist jazz masterpiece that defies the era’s noise with its cool, hypnotic trumpet lines. Kevin counters with Jackson C Frank’s S/T — a self-released surrealist R&B gem blending jazz textures, spoken-word poetry, and glitchy electronic whispers.

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This week kicks off with a little Either/Or: 1973 Edition, as Craig throws 10 rapid-fire matchups at Kevin — forcing some tough decisions from one of the most diverse years in music history.

And speaking of ’73… that just so happens to be the album year of the week.

Craig spotlights Baden Powell’s Solitude On Guitar — a stunning, intimate Brazilian guitar record that showcases the depth and nuance of instrumental expression. Kevin counters with Ofege’s Try and Love, a Nigerian rock gem blending psychedelia, soul, and Afrobeat energy.

From there, a handful of honorable mentions spark a deeper conversation around music reviews — how they shape perception, whether they still matter, and how critical consensus influences listening habits.

That naturally transitions into a discussion of Music YouTube and influencer culture:

• Has YouTube replaced traditional music journalism?
• Are album reaction channels the new tastemakers?
• Do we trust creators more than publications?
• Is algorithm-driven discovery shaping taste more than critics ever did?

From 1973 deep cuts to 2026 media culture — it’s another genre-spanning ride.

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This week kicks off with a celebration — it’s Kevin’s birthday, and the guys raise a glass before diving into the music.

For their Albums of the Week, they rewind to 1998.  Kevin spotlights Corey Glover’s Hymns, a soulful and deeply personal solo outing from the Living Colour frontman, while Craig showcases the power-pop weirdness of Jack Drag’s Dope Box — a crunchy, fuzzed-out cult favorite from the late-‘90s underground.

From there, the conversation shifts to Mardi Gras, which happens to fall on the day of recording. Craig and Kevin explore New Orleans’ massive influence on American music, from jazz and funk to R&B and bounce — and how cultural celebrations shape musical identity.

They close things out with some broader industry talk:

• The evolving state of music festivals
• Upcoming UK and Korean music awards
• How global recognition continues to reshape the music landscape

It’s celebration, reflection, and global perspective — all in one episode.

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This week, Craig and Kevin rewind to 1985 for their albums of the week.

Kevin kicks things off with Pandemonium’s Hole in the Sky — a melodic heavy metal gem that captures the mid-‘80s underground energy without falling into cliché. Craig follows with Gene Loves Jezebel’s Immigrant, spotlighting the band’s shimmering blend of gothic rock, post-punk, and alt-pop textures that helped define the era’s darker edge.

From there, the conversation shifts to music industry headlines:

• A major pop artist selling their catalog — what does it mean when legacy artists cash out?
• The cultural and streaming impact of this year’s Super Bowl halftime show.
• The new era of online music media, where paywalls and subscription models are becoming increasingly common — is this sustainable, or does it limit discovery?

From metal to moody alt-rock to modern music business realities, this one covers a lot of ground.

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This week, Craig and Kevin rewind all the way back to 1960 for their overlooked & underrated album picks. Kevin kicks things off with Rev. Gary Davis' Harlem Street Singer, a stunning gospel-blues staple, while Craig spotlights the soulful hard bop of Lou Donaldson’s Sunny Side Up.

In timely fashion, they turn their attention to the 2026 Grammy Awards, discussing recent wins, snubs, and what the awards mean (or don’t) in today’s ever-evolving music landscape. That leads them into a deeper look at the top 5 Grammy winners of all time, including Beyoncé, Georg Solti, and others who dominated their genres.

Finally, the duo explores the music industry’s funding boom and the consequences of big business acquiring music catalogs. What does this mean for creativity, control, and the future of indie artists

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In this episode, Craig and Kevin travel back to 1981 — a year brimming with genre-bending breakthroughs. Craig highlights the rootsy dub rhythms of Love Joys – Reggae Vibes, while Kevin fires things up with Riot – Fire Down Under, offering a nod to Y&T – Earthshaker along the way. Their journey through the year’s sonic spectrum leads to a brief tribute to Ozzy Osbourne’s The Ultimate Sin, celebrating its anniversary and place in the hard rock canon.

They cap things off with a bit of freeform riffing, discussing the lasting influence of Amoeba’s What’s In My Bag series and Trackstar’s deep-dive music content on YouTube. It’s all about where we find music, how we connect to it, and the joy of discovery.

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Craig and Kevin kick things off by digging into two overlooked albums from 1968 — Craig’s pick is Savoy Brown, bringing gritty British blues-rock to the table, while Kevin highlights Giant Crab, a psychedelic pop-rock outfit that deserved far more attention.

From there, the conversation fast-forwards to the present (and beyond) with a look at another 2026 music trend pulled from Octiive.com: the growing role of AI in music creation. But rather than framing it as a threat, Craig and Kevin explore how AI could actually enhance creativity, streamline workflows, and help independent artists push boundaries — without losing the human touch.

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Craig and Kevin head back to 2015 to spotlight two criminally underrated albums: Craig’s pick is Helio Sequence’s self-titled LP — a shimmering slice of indie pop precision — while Kevin highlights Sonny Landreth’s Bound By the Blues, a rootsy, slide guitar-driven masterclass.

The conversation then shifts toward something more personal: how their musical tastes have changed over the years. While both hosts grew up immersed in classic rock, hard rock, and metal, they’ve slowly gravitated toward modern soul, instrumental hip-hop, and experimental textures. It may have felt unexpected at first, but now it’s part of the journey — and they encourage you to lean into your own evolving ears, too.

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