Rob initiates this week’s show by waxing poetic on the mortality of his musical idols and the treasure trove of emotional tribute songs that proliferated after the tragic passing of Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain. His insightful homage leads perfectly into a loving soliloquy on the chaotic beauty of the Red Hot Chili Peppers' catalog, particularly their gigant ... Show More
Aug 19
My Chemical Romance—“Welcome to the Black Parade”
We should have known that, despite the irony, the kid from New Jersey who defended the purchasing of serial killer comics would grow up to become the defender of the broken, beaten, and damned. Today, Rob recollects the discovery of his emo phase with the enduring anthem “Welcome ... Show More
1h 36m
Jun 2016
Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Flea on their New LP; Plus: Mitski, Terrible Band Names
Chili Peppers bassist Flea talks about his recent high-speed crash – and why the band are excited about their new phase without producer Rick Rubin. Plus: Country hope Brandy Clark, indie rocker Mitski, and bands that started out with terrible names. Learn more about your ad choi ... Show More
35m 21s
Aug 2022
Learning to love the Killers (maybe)
Are you like Nate? Is there one artist that, every time you hear them, you can't help it—you start to grimace, sweat, seethe. You can't explain it, but there's something about them that you just. can't. stand. For Nate, that band is the Killers. Lots of people love this band, the ... Show More
31m 47s
May 2016
Radiohead, RHCP, Ariana, Anohni & Cyndi Lauper: Must-Hear Music Podcast
Billboard staffers discuss Radiohead's surprise-ish album, Ariana Grande's dance bop "Into You," Red Hot Chili Peppers' new single, Cyndi Lauper's country covers and Anohni's haunting "Hopelessness." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
42m 15s