It's time to get Sparky with PEP, the latest record from Canadian pop music's own Prodigal Daughter, Lights! This "electronic landscape of moody sunset times" strikes a balance between joy and sadness like few other records can, from the brooding Beside Myself to the unbridled energy of Money In The Bag. We're going where no music podcast has dared to go before-- join us as we learn about the largest Sony TV, uncover an ACTUAL CRIME for the first time, and watch Connor attempt to eat 50 chicken nuggets before the episode's exciting conclusion. This album is truly the Real Thing, and it'll be in your head Rent free after this episode that's much more than Okay Okay!

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You Oughta Know the '90s is a state of mind. We're taking a Jagged Little Pill with Alanis Morissette's third record this week, featuring hits like Hand In My Pocket and the not-so-ironic Ironic. This album's got a lot to say, and this post-punk garage rock will fill the void that's solely yours. We'll talk about Alanis' peanut butter preferences, that time she got mugged before meeting Madonna, and the bizarre 6-week period where her music could only be purchased from Starbucks. Take a listen; this record might just be All You Really Want!

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So I was taking a walk the other day... We're talking about Kendrick Lamar's 2017 record, DAMN. this week. Kendrick tackles a wide range of emotions and challenges, from Fear to Loyalty to Pride. This concept record was designed to be played forward AND backward, so we'll talk about all the intricacies that come with an album like that. We also learn about another celebrity prank, the perfect cereal ratio, and how not to prepare a turkey, and we find out What Happens On Earth Stays On Earth! Get ready to sit down, be Humble, and learn about the power, poison, peace, and joy inside this album's DNA that makes it so impactful.

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Better make a little Room For Squares this week.. It's time to party like it's 2001 with John Mayer's debut album! It features hits like Why Georgia and Your Body Is A Wonderland! This acoustic singer-songwriter soft pop record showcases Mayer's skill with a guitar and shows off his ability to craft a metaphor, even if it plateaus pretty early on. We'll talk about his murder ties, take a ride on the Skunk Train, and crown our very own Pickle King in between discussion about all 13 album tracks, watch collections, krav maga, and James Franco films. Plus, we have our second FAN FACT OR SPIN at the end of this week's episode!

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You can't plant us in your penthouse, we're going back to Goodbye Yellow Brick Road by the Rocket Man himself, Sir Elton Hercules John! This ambitious double-LP features some of his biggest hits of all time, including Candle In The Wind, B-B-B-Bennie And The Jetsss, and Saturday Night's Alright For Fighting! We'll talk about his remarkable journey to superstardom and uncover the truth about his dressing room needs, his Godfather tendencies, and that time he hired a team of snipers.

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Hang On To A Dream with us this week! We're spinning Everything As Nice As Mother Makes It (aka The Nice Album) by the grandfathers of Prog Rock and launchpad for famed pianist Keith Emmerson, The Nice! Half the album consists of the last batch of studio tracks the band would ever record, while the back half features two raucous live performances from New York City's Fillmore East. Hear the roots that make up this "missing link" album between the acid rock of the late '60s and the prog rock of today! Plus, the Mixtaper is putting James on the spot with cow-mounting, chess chimps, and root beer. It's anything but the Diary Of An Empty Day!

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Mixtober comes to its epic conclusion this week! Connor can't make it to the recording so we have a special guest host... Join us as the Mixtaper takes us on a journey through the story of HIS favorite masked villian, The Phantom Of The Opera! We're talking about Andrew Lloyd Webber and the 2004 film adaptation of his 1986 show that's become a staple of musical theatre everywhere. We'll learn why he was so into trains, learn about the legendary superstar he accidentally killed, and why he needed a Cats dog as we explore the dungeons of dark despair that lie just behind the mirror. Keep your hand at the level of your eyes!

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Keep Mixtober coming this week with another creepy Halloween-themed album! This week we're venturing into The In-Between with In This Moment's 2020 record Mother! This sweeping monolith of an album lands firmly in a genre we've dubbed "aluminum metal"-- come see why! We also discuss the band's surprising touring connections, debate the best way to cover a song, and shed some light on all the "spookable" creatures frontwoman Maria Brink may or may not have encountered. Find out if this album will Fly Like An Eagle or be turned Into Dust... what's its Legacy?

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Welcome to Mixtober! We're taking Spin It to the movies this week with Ice Nine Kills' Silver Scream! Each track is inspired by a classic horror movie and brought to life through the band's signature music videos and metal "theatricore" sound. Prepare yourself for slashers, monsters, serial killers, and the most disgusting Fact Or Spin fact we've had yet. Stay tuned for more special Mixtober episodes the rest of the month!

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What's Love Got To Do With It? We don't know, but Tina Turner does! This week we're showing some respect to her 1984 record Private Dancer! This pivotal first record after her divorce helped reinvigorate and elevate her solo career to the next level. James and Connor are discussing this time capsule of an album, digging into her world records and horseback riding habits, and getting into heated debates about our least favorite tracks this week! Come see what the iconic Queen Of Rock And Roll from Nutbush, TN is up to this week!

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