The Toadies have been a Texas music staple ever since the hit the scene in 1989, with their unique mix of alternative rock with a Southern twist. They broke through to the masses with 1994’s ‘Rubberneck’, thanks to hits like ‘I Come From The Water’, ‘Tyler’, ‘Away’, Mr. Love’ and ‘Possum Kingdom’.

Now the group are hitting the road for that album’s 25th anniversary. In addition to the new tour, they’ve also just released ‘Damn You All To Hell,’ a four song EP of new material, including a cover of David Bowie’s ‘Sound and Vision.’

In this week’s episode I talk to Toadies drummer Mark Reznicek about the highlights of celebrating ‘Rubberneck’ on the road, his memories of making that album and the DFW alternative music scene of the 90s, the band’s new EP (and why they chose a Bowie cover), future plans, and much more.

You can get concert tickets and purchase the EP via the group’s official website: thetoadies.com

L.A. alternative rock trio Failure have always blazed their own unique musical path, a mix of melody and dissonance that has garnered them a devoted cult following thanks to albums like Fantastic Planet and The Heart is A Monster.

The space rockers have had a busy 2018, releasing three EP’s and their new full-length album In The Future Your Body Will Be The Furthest Thing From Your Mind (out November 16 on the band’s Failure Music label).

Click here to see where ‘In The Future Your Body Will Be The Furthest Thing From Your Mind’ ranks on our list of the best albums of 2018

On this week’s episode, drummer Kellii Scott takes us through the creative process behind the series of EP’s and full-length album, the most challenging tracks, the ups and downs of social media, and touring plans for 2019.

When Monster Magnet frontman/songwriter Dave Wyndorf was stuck in pandemic lockdown, he decided the best thing to do was keep busy, and he and his bandmates holed up in the studio and got to work on a new album.

Monster Magnet have always stuck out like a sore thumb in the musical landscape in the most beautiful way, from their 1991 debut ‘Spine of God’, to seismic releases like 1995’s ‘Dopes to Infinity’ and 1998’s ‘Powertrip,’ which contained their hit single ‘Spacelord.’

For their latest, the group decided to revisit their psychedelic and proto-metal roots, by crafting their first full length album of covers. The resulting album, ‘A Better Dystopia,’ (click here for my review) eschews well-known anthems in exchange for underrated, forgotten tracks from the late 60’s and early 70’s, including covers of tunes by bands including Dust, Hawkwind, Poo-bah, The Pretty Things, Pentagram and more.

In today’s podcast episode, Dave Wyndorf discusses the inspirations behind the new album, how he was able to tie it thematically to the COVID-19 pandemic, how the group embrace their outsider status, the state of the music industry and our current political landscape, what the band has in store as society slowly creeps back to some sense of normalcy, and much more.

This is the 3rd interview I’ve done with Wyndorf (you can click here to read my first one, and click here to listen tp my 2018 podcast interview with him), and he continues to be one of the sharpest and shrewdest minds in the business, and it’s always fascinating to hear his take on things.

Click here to listen to the interview via Apple Podcasts and click here to listen via Spotify, or listen via the Anchor embed or other podcast platforms at the bottom of this post. You can also purchase ‘A Better Dystopia’ via the Amazon link below.

In this episode, I’m joined by Paul Leary, guitarist, producer, and founding member of legendary Texas alt-rockers the Butthole Surfers, to discuss the long-awaited release of the band’s “lost” album, After the Astronaut.

Originally recorded in the late ’90s as the follow-up to Electric Larryland and the hit single “Pepper,” the album was shelved by Capitol Records after the label pushed for something more commercial amidst other internal issues. Nearly three decades later, the original version is finally being released as intended through Sunset Blvd Records.

Paul talks about the chaotic history behind the record, the band’s embrace of electronics, industrial textures, sampling, and experimental songwriting, and why the album represented a return to the Surfers’ weirder roots rather than an attempt to repeat mainstream success.

We also discuss the unlikely rise of “Pepper,” the brief era when experimental music broke into the mainstream, recording techniques, political themes in the band’s music, possible future plans, and the status of the band’s documentary The Butthole Sufers: The Hole Truth and Nothing Butt.

Legendary guitarist and vocalist Daniel Ash (Bauhaus, Love and Rockets) talks about his new band Ashes and Diamonds and their debut album Ashes and Diamonds Are Forever. Hear about the making of their first single “On A Rocka”, the band’s unique chemistry, his signature guitar sounds, and a peek behind the scenes of creating music during lockdown. And stick around after the interview to hear their explosive track “On A Rocka.”

30 years since The Cranberries released their breakthrough album, No Need to Argue, a record that brought sharper emotional and political depth to the raw intimacy of their debut, and cemented vocalist Dolores O'Riordan as a 90's rock icon. To celebrate its 30th anniversary, a special expanded edition features CHVRCHES remixes, a rare demo of “Zombie,” and recordings from Woodstock ’94.

In this episode, Cranberries drummer Fergal Lawler reflects on the making of the album, the band’s creative evolution, and the enduring legacy of O’Riordan’s voice and vision. Hear behind-the-scenes stories, insights from the road, and the memories that make this album a timeless classic.

🎧 Listen now and step inside one of the defining albums of the ’90s.

Guest: Paul Humphreys, co-founder of Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD)

In this episode, I’m joined by Paul Humphreys of OMD to discuss the musical duo's return to U.S. stages in 2025, their recent standout performance at Cruel World Festival, and the continuing creative evolution of one of synth-pop’s most influential acts. Paul reflects on the critical and commercial success of Bauhaus Staircase, OMD’s politically conscious lyrics, the band’s hybrid analog-digital production setup, and his collaborative dynamic with Andy McCluskey.

We also talk about what it’s like to perform songs that span decades, how they decide who sings lead, and what newer material has struck a chord with modern audiences.

• 🎫 OMD Tour Info + Tickets

• 🎧 Stream Bauhaus Staircase

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Today, I’m joined by the legendary David J Haskins of the iconic post-punk bands Bauhaus and Love and Rockets. He’s here to talk about two powerful, intertwined new releases: a poetry collection titled Rhapsody, Threnody & Prayer and a companion album, The Mother Tree—his most personal work to date, created in tribute to his late mother.

We discuss memory, grief, creativity, his upcoming tour, other upcoming projects, and what’s next for Love and Rockets. I've had the pleasure of talking to David twice before, and he has always made for a captivating chat. This time proved no different.

So, enjoy the interview and stick around afterwards, when we’ll close with the epic title track from The Mother Tree.

David J Haskins new poetry book Rhapsody, Threnody & Prayer and album The Mother Tree drop June 6, via Fonograph Media and Erototox Decodings. You can pre-order at davidjhaskins.com.