This week, Matt and Ryan review the 1961 release from Oliver Nelson called The Blues and the Abstract Truth. This album is Nelson's most acclaimed and features some notable musicians: Freddie Hubbard, Eric Dolphy, Bill Evans, Paul Chambers and Roy Haynes. The record is noted for its unique ensemble arrangements. Check out what we have to say about the album!

Listen to the album:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb2Y6NVXNIAZdY_5poKq7_bdvz0qasHyB&si=KmwUjngrdtT_2BHt

Purchase the album:

https://www.amazon.com/Blues-Abstract-Truth-Oliver-Nelson/dp/B000003N7E

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:58 Revisiting Los Campesinos! 'All Hell'

05:16 Introducing Oliver Nelson

16:37 Deep Dive into 'Stolen Moments' Track

31:54 Analyzing the Energetic 'Hoe-down' Track

42:21 Exploring the Compositional 'Cascades' Track

51:59 How to Connect and Support Our Show

58:39 Dissecting the Complexities of 'Yearnin'

01:36:39 The Saxophone-Heavy 'Butch and Butch'

01:14:22 Experimental Harmonies in 'Teenie's Blues'

01:22:30 Final Thoughts and Ratings for the Album

01:29:47 Album Recommendations and Next Week's Tease

This week, Matt and Ryan dive into the 2024 release by Los Campesinos! entitled All Hell. After breaking onto the indie rock scene in the 2000s, the band has spent years grinding and fine-tuning their craft to build sustained success with their fanbase. This latest record is a testament to their longevity, stands as their highest-charting album to date. Tune in to hear what the guys have to say!

Listen to the album:

https://loscampesinos.bandcamp.com/album/all-hell

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https://loscampesinos.bandcamp.com/album/all-hell

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Episode Timestamps

0:00 Intro/Last Week Recap

0​5:21 What is a Los Campesinos!

​20:27 The Coin-Op Guillotine

​28:48 Holy Smoke (2005)

​35:34 A Psychic Wound

​42:30 I. Spit; or, a Bite Mark in the Shape of the Sunflower State/Long Throes

​52:21 Feast of Tongues

58:34 The Order of the Seasons

01:07:21 Ways to Support The Show

​01:12:37 II. Music for Aerial Toll House/To Hell in a Handjob

0​1:22:39 Clown Blood/Orpheus' Bobbing Head

0​1:29:59 Kms

01:36:41 III. Surfing a Contrail/Moonstruck

01:44:22 0898 Heartache

01:49:35 Adult Acne Stigmata

​01:56:19 Ratings & Next Album Recommendations

02:04:54 Next Week's Review & Outro

This week, Matt and Ryan celebrate Record Store Day by diving into Matt's vinyl collection and reviewing The Cars’ self-titled debut album. Working with producer Roy Thomas Baker, the band crafted a record that seamlessly blends straightforward rock, new wave, and pop. Featuring the classic hit "Just What I Needed," this is an album you won’t want to miss. Tune in to hear what the guys have to say!

Listen to the album:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nq_e_lWUWAgsT1bK6S2jj_r5L1kilmUrA&si=QFpPTEzZmOOpy6jE

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https://www.amazon.com/Cars/dp/B000002GWB

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Episode Timestamps

0:00 Intro/Last Week Recap

05:28 What are The Cars?

15:01 Good Times Roll

25:14 My Best Friend's Girl

32:24 Just What I Needed

41:34 I'm in Touch with Your World

50:33 Don't Cha Stop

58:54 Ways to Support The Show

01:05:15 You're All I've Got Tonight

01:11:11 Bye Bye Love

01:17:17 Moving in Stereo

01:25:27 All Mixed up

01:32:10 Ratings & Next Album Recommendations

01:41:30 Next Week's Review & Outro