Rilo Kiley was an indie rock/indie pop band that was formed in Los Angeles, CA in 1998 by former child actors Jenny Lewis and Blake Sennett, along with Pierre de Reeder, and Dave Rock. The band released four full-length albums and one proper EP before calling it a day in the early 2010s.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Part 1

00:14:50 - “Frug” from Rilo Kiley (1999)

00:17:26 - Part 2

00:21:06 - “Pictures Of Success” from Take Offs And Landings (2001)

00:27:51 - Part 3

00:30:38 - “With Arms Outstretched” from The Execution Of All Things (2002)

00:34:17 - Part 4

00:46:37 - “Portions for Foxes” from More Adventurous (2004)

00:51:17 - Part 5

01:02:26 - “15” from Under The Blacklight (2007)

01:05:15 - Part 6

References and Clip Sources:

Wikipedia - Rilo Kiley: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rilo_Kiley

Last.fm - Rilo Kiley: https://www.last.fm/music/Rilo+Kiley

AllMusic - Rilo Kiley: https://www.allmusic.com/artist/rilo-kiley-mn0000215296

Discogs - Rilo Kiley: https://www.discogs.com/artist/242238-Rilo-Kiley

NPR - Rilo Kiley: https://www.npr.org/artists/14984051/rilo-kiley

Pitchfork - Rilo Kiley: https://pitchfork.com/artists/3575-rilo-kiley/

YouTube - Nardwuar vs. Rilo Kiley: https://youtu.be/G5Olx9Gck8A

Hailing from Philadelphia, PA, The Loved Ones formed in 2003 when former members of The Curse (Dave Hause), Kid Dynamite (Michael Cotterman), and Trial by Fire (Mike Sneeringer) got together. In less than a decade, the band produced two full-length albums, two EPs, and one split before calling it a day. While they periodically reunite for a show here and there, the band formed, released a handful of excellent records, and then exited stage right all in about seven years.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Part 1

00:06:10 - “Candy Cane” from The Loved Ones (2005)

00:09:21 - Part 2

00:11:01 - “Jane” from Keep Your Heart (2006)

00:13:54 - Part 3

00:20:56 - “Pretty Good Year” from Build & Burn (2008)

00:23:08 - Part 4

00:27:48 - “I Swear” from Build & Burn (2008)

00:32:00 - Part 5

00:38:10 - “Last Call” from Distractions (2009)

00:41:11 - Part 6

00:52:00 - “For Broken Ears” from Give and Take (2008)

00:55:25 - Part 7

References and Clip Sources:

The Loved Ones-fan page of The Loved Ones band: https://www.thelovedonesband.com/

Wikipedia - The Loved Ones (American band): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Loved_Ones_(American_band)

Facebook - The Loved Ones: https://www.facebook.com/TheLovedOnesBand/

Fat Wreck Chords - The Loved Ones Press Information: https://fatwreck.com/pages/the-loved-ones-press-information

Last.fm - The Loved Ones: https://www.last.fm/music/The+Loved+Ones/+wiki

Discogs - The Loved Ones (3): https://www.discogs.com/artist/557755-The-Loved-Ones-3

Rate Your Music - The Loved Ones: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/the-loved-ones-3

YouTube - The Loved Ones Studio Video 3 - Build and Burn: https://youtu.be/9t5CM-yBGZA

This was originally posted on the One Band, 5 Songs Patreon on June 12, 2024.

Before last week, I'd never listened to an album by Coldplay. I'd heard of the band and even liked a few of their songs, but that was it. So I decided to change that and give them a go. I created a playlist with their albums and EPs, listened to it all, and recorded my first impressions.

Playlist:

Coldplay (discography): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7gkjOfmzZPvZrwtk2c1H2q

References:

Wikipedia - Coldplay: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coldplay

Wikipedia - Coldplay discography: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coldplay_discography

Billboard - Coldplay: https://www.billboard.com/artist/coldplay/

Rate Your Music - Coldplay: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/coldplay

YouTube - Coldplay: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert: https://youtu.be/j82L3pLjb_0

Paul Westerberg’s solo career began in 1992 when his songs “Dyslexic Heart” and “Waiting for Somebody” appeared on the soundtrack to the Cameron Crowe-directed, Gen X masterpiece Singles. In 1993 he released his solo debut 14 Songs. Westerberg has released six full-length solo albums, one EP and two full-length under the moniker Grandpaboy, an album with Julianna Hatfield under the name The I Don’t Cares, along with numerous singles, appearances on soundtracks, and other random things.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Part 1

00:03:54 - “Waiting for Somebody” from Singles [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack] (1992)

00:07:11 - Part 2

00:09:28 - “World Class Fad” from 14 Songs (1993)

00:12:52 - Part 3

00:25:05 - “It’s A Wonderful Lie” from Suicaine Gratification (1999)

00:27:51 - Part 4

00:33:15 - “High Time” from Mono by Grandpaboy (2002)

00:36:12 - Part 5

00:43:26 - “As Far As I Know” from Folker (2004)

00:46:25 - Part 6

References and Clip Sources:

Paul Westerberg - Best Thing That Never Happened: https://paulwesterberg.net/

Wikipedia - Paul Westerberg: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Westerberg

AllMusic - Paul Westerberg: https://www.allmusic.com/artist/paul-westerberg-mn0000039258

Discogs - Paul Westerberg: https://www.discogs.com/artist/236256-Paul-Westerberg

Rate Your Music - Paul Westerberg: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/paul-westerberg

Paul Westerberg World Class Fad (World Premiere Video) MTV 120 Minutes with Lewis Largent 1993.06.13: https://youtu.be/UmdL2Xk3Ago

JBTV Mini Segment #6 - Paul Westerberg and Michael Bland: https://youtu.be/BchooLkL1I4

This was originally posted on the One Band, 5 Songs Patreon on July 31, 2024.

I have vivid memories of seeing the River City Rebels albums Racism, Religion And War and Playin' To Live, Livin' To Play in stores in the early 2000s (and I'm pretty sure I owned a copy of Playin' To Live, Livin' To Play at one time or another). Both albums have distinctive covers that leave an impression. Fast forward to 2024 and I got a message from a friend on Instagram suggesting I cover River City Rebels. He also admitted to being the band's roadie/merch guy, so I did what anyone with an ounce of journalism training would do (I have an AA in Broadcast Journalism btw) and I asked if he could hook me up with an interview/guest for the podcast.

Dan "Bopper" O'Day started River City Rebels in 1997 in Burlington, VT. During their initial run, the band released seven full-length albums and toured all over the world. After calling it a day in 2010, Bopper reformed the band and released their first new music in 13 with 2013's single "Humble Me" and the 2024 EP Pop Culture Baby.

Follow River City Rebels and Bopper

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRiverCityRebels/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rivercityrebels/

YouTube-Rebel Rock Records and more…: https://www.youtube.com/@RebelGamingClub

References:

AllMusic - River City Rebels: https://www.allmusic.com/artist/river-city-rebels-mn0000283518

Discogs - River City Rebels: https://www.discogs.com/artist/742694-River-City-Rebels

Last.fm - River City Rebels: https://www.last.fm/music/River+City+Rebels

Hailing from Southern California, Madcap formed in 1999 and signed with SideOneDummy Records in 2000, releasing Stand Your Ground in 2001 and East To West in 2002. In 2004 the band released Under Suspicion on Victory Records before calling it a day later that year.

Special Guest: Bopper of River City Rebels

Note: Something weird happened with the audio in Part 1 that I couldn’t fix. I’m sorry about that.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Part 1

00:04:56 - “Downtown” from Stand Your Ground (2001)

00:07:59 - Part 2

00:09:19 - “French Quarters” from Stand Your Ground (2001)

00:13:36 - Part 3

00:17:51 - “Bright Lights, Big City” from East To West (2002)

00:21:34 - Part 4

00:29:05 - “Lovesick” from Under Suspicion (2004)

00:32:28 - Part 5

00:41:29 - “Under Suspicion” from Under Suspicion (2004)

00:45:41 - Part 6

Follow River City Rebels and Bopper

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRiverCityRebels/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rivercityrebels/

YouTube-Rebel Rock Records and more…: https://www.youtube.com/@RebelGamingClub

References and Clip Sources:

Discogs - Madcap (5): https://www.discogs.com/artist/397962-Madcap-5

Rate Your Music - Madcap: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/madcap

AllMusic - Madcap: https://www.allmusic.com/artist/madcap-mn0000195356

Last.fm - Madcap: https://www.last.fm/music/Madcap

Hailing from Vancouver, British Columbia, Japandroids is a two-man rock 'n' roll machine consisting of Brian King on guitar and vocals and David Prowse on drums and vocals. Since forming in 2006. the band has released three full-length albums (with a fourth to be released in October 2024), two EPs, one compilation, 10 singles, and two music videos. This guitar and drums duo has mixed elements of garage, classic, indie, and punk rock creating a sound that is simple, energetic, hook-filled, and exceptionally fun.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Part 1

00:07:39 - “Young Hearts Spark Fire” from Post-Nothing (2009)

00:12:40 - Part 2

00:20:26 - “Younger Us” from Celebration Rock (2012)

00:24:15 - Part 3

00:30:32 - “Continuous Thunder” from Celebration Rock (2012)

00:35:24 - Part 4

00:37:17 - “Near To The Wild Heart Of Life from Near To The Wild Heart Of Life (2017)

00:41:58 - Part 5

00:52:43 - “In A Body Like A Grave” from Near To The Wild Heart Of Life (2017)

00:57:40 - Part 6

01:01:03 - “Chicago” from Fate & Alcohol (2024)

01:04:56 - Part 7

References and Clip Sources:

Wikipedia - Japandroids: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japandroids

Wikipedia - Japandroids discography: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japandroids_discography

Last.fm - Japandroids: https://www.last.fm/music/Japandroids

Discogs - Japandroids: https://www.discogs.com/artist/1473872-Japandroids

Rate Your Music - Japandroids: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/japandroids

AllMusic - Japandroids: https://www.allmusic.com/artist/japandroids-mn0001636552

Stereogum - Japandroids Announce Final Album Fate & Alcohol: https://www.stereogum.com/2271990/japandroids-announce-final-album-fate-and-alcohol/music/

BrooklynVegan - Japandroids announce final album, share sweaty comeback single "Chicago": https://www.brooklynvegan.com/japandroids-announce-final-album-share-sweaty-comeback-single-chicago/

Oklahoma Lefty - Album Review: Celebration Rock: https://oklahomalefty.blogspot.com/2012/12/album-review-celebration-rock.html

Oklahoma Lefty - Top 30 Albums of 2012: 20-11: https://oklahomalefty.blogspot.com/2012/12/top-30-albums-of-2012-20-11.html

Oklahoma Lefty - Top 40 Records of 2017: 10-1: https://oklahomalefty.blogspot.com/2017/12/top-40-records-of-2017-10-1.html

Oklahoma Lefty - Top 50 Records of the 2010's: 50-41: https://oklahomalefty.blogspot.com/2019/11/top-50-records-of-2010s-50-41.html

YouTube - Japandroids: a Coming-of-Age Album Trilogy: https://youtu.be/rd1APm0l02g

YouTube - Japandroids - "I Like Your Belt": https://youtu.be/i3KSxumguMs