Strange Currencies

In this episode of the podcast, Matt, Glenn, and a special guest discuss the recently-released Beach Boys box set, Feel Flows: The Sunflower & Surf's Up Sessions. Topics include lengthy conversations on the two albums pulled from these sessions, an "unboxing" of both vinyl editions of the new package, and first impressions of the latest archive release from one of our favorite groups.

In this episode of the podcast, Matt, Glenn, and a special guest discuss Queen's 1975 opus, A Night at the Opera. In addition to considering its place in the rock canon, they consider other albums that may be equally (or more) worthy of your attention.

The Strange Currencies Podcast finally returns! In this episode - recorded before our summer recess - Matt and Glenn are joined again by frequent contributor, Bert. On the agenda this time are conversations about record collecting, organization, and a lengthy debate about the ethics/value of music streaming services.

In this episode of the Strange Currencies Podcast, Matt and Glenn discuss the concept of musical "kitsch." Join them as they talk about exotica, space-age pop, lounge, and western music, and share some favorite songs/artists from each genre.

In this episode of the podcast, Matt, Glenn, and a special guest discuss four records that could serve as a suitable "replacement" for The Doors' self-titled 1967 debut. Join them as they discuss their thoughts on Jim Morrison, rock poetry, and albums that may scratch the same itch as The Doors.

In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Glenn are celebrating Strange Currencies' "Beatles Month" with a special guest. Join them as they shuffle through the Fab Four's catalog; discussing the various phases of The Beatles' career, reflecting on Strange Currencies' "Top 100 Beatles Songs" list, and sharing stories about the greatest pop group that has ever existed.

In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Glenn are joined by a special guest, as they reflect on their recent "Record Store Crawl." Join them as they discuss what makes a great record store, and rank the best shops in Portland.

It's no secret that Matt and Glenn do not love Fleetwood Mac's 1977 behemoth, Rumors. In this episode of the Strange Currencies Podcast, they are joined by a special guest to recommend "alternate" album picks for those who can't get enough of Rumors. 

In this installment of the Strange Currencies Podcast, Matt and Glenn take a trip back to the year 1996. Join them as they discuss old favorites, past regrets, and new discoveries. Then take a listen to their "1996 Mixtape," found at the link below.

SPOTIFY Playlist

APPLE MUSIC Playlist (Side A)

APPLE MUSIC Playlist (Side B)

In this installment of the Strange Currencies Podcast, a special guest joins Matt and Glenn as they conclude their discussion of the British Invasion. Join them as they share their verdict on who they think is the scene's second-best act.