The Soundcheck

The Soundcheck

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The Soundcheck episodes

  • KLASSIC KISS - Off the Soundboard: Tokyo 2001

    Garrett, Tyler, and Beau are back with another breakdown of one KISS' live albums that most recently dropped at the beginning of June 2021. Approximately 20 years after their Farewell Tour performance in Tokyo, Japan, KISS decided to release the archived concert recording on a new series called "Off the Soundboard." Of course the crew were excited to listen to and breakdown this concert, so they decided to go ahead and record another episode on it! Listen to some very honest criticisms and praises of this album on this short, but to-the-point episode! 

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    1 hr 13 min
  • KLASSIC KISS - Alive II (1977)

    The gang is back in the studio with another breakdown of another ICONIC live album from KISS. In this episode the band breaks down 'Alive II' which was released right off the heels of their latest commercially successful album. KISS was on top of the world at this point with album and merchandise sales shooting through the stratosphere. But the success and fame didn't come without its hardships and troubles. Garrett, Tyler, and Beau detail what was happening with the band at the time of the recording of this album. As always, stick around for their album artwork ratings, a track-by-track analysis, the 3-and-1 segment (with another special segment this week for the studio songs that accompanied this album), and their Certified Ratings of the overall album! 

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    1 hr 15 min
  • KLASSIC KISS - Love Gun (1977)

    This week on KLASSIC KISS, the boys breakdown the iconic Love Gun album and some of its undeniable and unforgiving hard rock anthems. They also talk about the new "Off the Soundboard" series that KISS is planning for this summer with the first release being from their Farewell Tour show in Tokyo of 2001. As always, you can expect an artwork breakdown, track-by-track analysis, the 3-and-1 segment, and a Certified Rating!

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    1 hr 45 min
  • KLASSIC KISS - Rock and Roll Over (1976)

    The crew breaks down KISS' return to their roots in 'Rock and Roll Over' this week on the show. After KISS' monumental 'Destroyer' album, the band was left to decide wether they wanted to continue down the mainstream/pop-music rabbit-hole or return to their edgier sound heard on their first three albums. Enlisting the help of producer Eddie Kramer, who earlier had helped 'Alive' become a household name among live albums, the band decided to cater to their original die-hard fans with this spectacular album filled with sex, drugs, and straight up rock and roll! 

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    1 hr 49 min
  • KLASSIC KISS - Destroyer (1976)

    The crew is back after a short hiatus to talk about the most iconic KISS album of all time: Destroyer. In this episode, Garrett, Tyler, and Beau break down the history behind one of the most iconic albums in pop culture and music history. Destroyer took KISS to heights they had never seen with help from famed-producer Bob Ezrin. Listen to the crazy stories, long days and nights of recording, studio antics, and tensions between the band members and producer. As always, the guys give you a track-by-track breakdown, their 3-and-1 segment, and their Certified Ratings on a journey through KISSTORY. Enjoy!

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    1 hr 32 min
  • KLASSIC KISS - Alive! (1975)

    You wanted the best... You got the best... This week on KLASSIC KISS, the crew talks the iconic live (or maybe not so live after all) album 'Alive!' from KISS. Hear about how a band so down on their luck with studio releases decided to record a live album in hopes to capture the true feel of one of their shows. Garrett, Tyler, and Beau breakdown the album cover art, the tracklist, famed producer Eddie Kramer, and much more on this must-listen episode! 

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    1 hr 27 min
  • KLASSIC KISS - Dressed to Kill (1975)

    Garrett, Tyler, and Beau breakdown the third studio album, 'Dressed to Kill', on the third episode of KLASSIC KISS. Listen in on their conversation about how much they detest a few songs on this album, but absolutely cherish some others. So far this is  the most polarizing album the crew has reviewed. Don't miss out on the most fun episode yet!

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    1 hr 25 min
  • KLASSIC KISS - Hotter Than Hell (1974)

    On the second episode of KLASSIC KISS, the crew talk about various dangerous live gimmicks, fire breathing, man-made rising drumsets and another classic album, 'Hotter Than Hell' from KISS. Garrett, Tyler, and Beau also breakdown the album artwork, tracks, and recording of the record as well! Grab a cold one because its about to get Hotter Than Hell!

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    1 hr 32 min
  • KLASSIC KISS - KISS (1974)

    Join Garrett, Tyler and Beau on their new show "KLASSIC KISS" as they adventure through the debut, self-titled album 'KISS' from one of the giants of hard rock music. They break down a little bit of the history behind KISS and share what got them into their music. Then they take you on a track-by-track analysis, sharing some honest opinions on one of their collective favorite albums from the band. Be sure to check back next week when they take on KISS' sophomore album 'Hotter than Hell'

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    1 hr 10 min
  • The Soundcheck - Preview

    Hey everyone, this is a little preview message of what is to come on this podcast channel! Get ready to talk about all things music. From classic rock/metal, to hip-hop/rap, and maybe even some electronic, we'll talk about it all. Join us as we share our knowledge, opinions, critiques, praises and more on some of our favorite and not-so-favorite music.

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    1 min

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Join Garrett, Tyler, and Beau on their adventure as they talk all things music. As they analyze some of their favorite bands, genres, events, etc. be sure to tag along to hear some intriguing,…