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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume Nate and Kyle talk about the upcoming St. Patrick's Day and reveal their playlist full of drinking and fighting songs. Enjoy this playlist as you celebrate Leprechaun season with your favorite Emerald Isle people, green or otherwise.

This week's playlist: Drinkin' and Fightin'

The Fightin’ Ones

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume Nate and Kyle discuss the new record from West London's indie rockers, the Vaccines. Called Pick-Up Full Of Pink Carnations, the album is The Vaccines 6th studio record and the hosts of this particular podcast have some definite opinions on this album. So listen in as Nate and Kyle discuss the highs and lows of this effort. Just don't be surprised if it doesn't go exactly the way you think it might, as few pieces of music find such rare territory shared in the Venn Diagram made from Nate and Kyle's musical tastes.

No playlist this week, instead check out The Vaccines - Pick-Up Full Of Pink Carnations

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In this episode of the Music at a Rational Volume Podcast, Nate and Kyle (mostly Kyle) take you on a brief reminiscence into the life and career of one Neill Kirby McMillan Jr. (August 2, 1957 – February 7, 2024), who was professionally known as Mojo Nixon. Perhaps best described as the "dirty" Weird Al, Nixon's work was sarcastic and cutting but also witty and clever, all while never being shy to take on topics and people most people wouldn't touch. Full of cuss words, sexual innuendo, adult themes, and plenty of other not safe for work content, Nixon's work will stand out for years to come. So be warned all ye that enter the playlist, it's pretty offensive in there. You can't say we didn't tell you.

This week's playlist: The Mojo playlist

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle disagree about one of the most recognizable, well regarded, and simultaneously controversial albums of the 80s, Paul Simon's Graceland. In the latest installment of the As Good As They Say? series, your humble hosts talk about this iconic album from 1986 which is most known for the radio hit "You Can Call Me Al" and its accompanying music video featuring Chevy Chase (who was at the height of his popularity at the time). Graceland has won Grammys and is heralded by all the usual music industry tastemakers, but also has a sizable list of detractors so listen in to see which side Nate and Kyle land on.

No playlist this week, instead check out Paul Simon's Graceland

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In one of the more juvenile episodes/playlists we have made here at Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle have curated a very special set of songs just in time for Valentines Day. A playlist full of songs about self care, getting a grip on yourself, and embracing your situation, whatever that is... okay, let's call it what it really is, just a bunch of songs about masturbation. Join the Midnight Moonshooter's Club and sit back, or whatever position you prefer, with your box of tissues, and your favorite accessories and enjoy this playlist for anyone who is really just trying to love themselves. Have a great Valentines Day everybody!

This week's Playlist: The Real Selfie

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the newest October release that was Gaslight Anthem's History Books. As one of the host's favorite bands, Gaslight Anthem has a long track record of making great music. So listen along and see if Nate and Kyle think History Books lives up to the expectations of the band's previous greatness and Brian Fallon's genius.

No playlist this week, instead, check out History Books and decide for yourself!

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume Nate and Kyle discuss another one of the greatest albums ever made by humans on planet Earth, Material Issue's underrated classic Destination Universe. Listen as the hosts give some background, context, and reasons why this record was and is still a work of genius, but had the bad luck of being born at a time when its sound and its message was not what people (or the powers that be) wanted to hear.

No playlist this week, instead enjoy Material Issue - Destination Universe

You're welcome...

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the songs made because Winter is a thing for most of us, and Mother Nature can be quite frosty. So the Hosts have created a playlist just for you and your slog through the shivering and freezing months. Listen along as Nate and Kyle discuss the choices for the playlist and set up your listen of definitely the best winter songs playlist out there. Enjoy!

This week's playlist: The Coldest Night Playlist

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss their favorite, and therefore best, albums of the previous year 2023. Listen along as the hosts give their justifications for what they like and try to explain why all they chose these albums to recommend them to you.

This week's playlist: Best Albums of 2023

10) Semisonic – Little Bit of Sun (Nov 3, 2023)

• The Rope
• Beautiful Sky

9) The Dead Milkmen – Quaker City Quiet Pills (Jun 9, 2023)

• We Are (Clearly Not) the Master Race
• How Do You Even Manage to Exist

8) the Gaslight Anthem – History Books (Oct 27, 2023)

• Little Fires
• History Books (feat. Bruce Springsteen)

7) Dessa – Bury the Lede (Sep 29, 2023)

• Chopper
• Blush

6) Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit – Weathervanes (Jun 9, 2023)

• When We Were Close
• White Beretta

5) Iggy Pop – Every Loser (Jan 6, 2023)

• Strung Out Johnny
• Morning Show

4) Candi Carpenter – Demonology, Part 1 (Jun 9, 2023)

• Novels About Vampires
• Cult

3) Ruston Kelly – The Weakness (Apr 7, 2023)

• St. Jupiter
• Michael Keaton

2) Martin Zellar – Head West (Aug 6, 2023)

• Better Off Apart
• Anyone But Me

1) Dave Hause – Drive It Like It’s Stolen (Apr 28, 2023)

• Hazard Lights
• Tarnish

N8:

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In this episode Nate and Kyle reminisce about the year that was 2023 and highlight the tunes they discovered. This is not a playlist of songs released during the year, but the tunes that have crossed any space or time to impact the hosts this year. So listen along as they talk you through the songs they've picked, the circumstances, and the reasons why. Then sit back and click on the link to listen to the complete playlist on Spotify!

This week's playlist: 2023 Discoveries

N8 Discoveries:

Kyle:

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the best, or at least their favorite traditional/classic Christmas tunes. The hosts attempt to explain their choices as they pick their favorites from 26 of the most done to death and over recorded Christmas songs around. Listen in as they talk about the whys and the whats around every song and hopefully there will be something new for everyone to hear on this week's playlist.

This week's playlist: Christmas Classics Favorites

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the 80s "Classic" album The Replacements Let It Be. Released in 1984 this record has been widely hailed as one of the most influential albums ever released and has also received critical praise for its brilliance. The hosts take a stab at reviewing it now and seeing if it is indeed as good as they say. Nate hadn't heard it all the way through and Kyle, because he loves Minnesota, has heard it a lot. So take a listen and hear what these two random music fans think about.

No playlist this week instead listen to Let It Be for yourself and make up your own mind.

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle break out the next round of epic breakup songs. No matter who you are you will have your heart torn into pieces at least once and if you're really honest with yourself, you're better for it... and let's be honest you kind of deserved that one, you know which one I'm talking about. So listen in as the hosts walk you through the songs and give you the playlist of 14 excellent breakup songs, plus 2 bonus tunes thrown in for good measure. Enjoy, but not too much, ya masochist.

This week's playlist: Breakup Songs - Part II

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In this episode Nate and Kyle do some housekeeping and clear out the glut of albums released in 2023 that they haven't had time to do full reviews on. Enjoy bite sized commentary on a random assortment of albums released this year from Ruston Kelly, Dessa, Foxy Shazam, Turnpike Troubadours, and others. Thanks for listening!

This week's playlist - Album Review Grab Bag Sampler
Mimi Webb – Amelia

• House on Fire
• Freezing
• Ghost of You
• See You Soon

Foxy Shazam - Dark Blue Night

• I Can Change For You
• Man In Bloom
• The Forbidden Kind

Turnpike Troubadours – Cat in the Rain

• Chipping Mill
• Black Sky

Dessa – Bury the Lede

• Chopper
• Blush
• I Already Like You

Ruston Kelly – The Weakness

• St. Jupiter
• Holy Shit
• Michael Keaton

The Sherlocks – People Like Me & You

• Going Nowhere
• Here and Now

Candi Carpenter – Demonology EP, part 1

• Novels About Vampires
• Skinny

Pet Shop Boys – Lost EP

• Skeletons in the Closet
• Living in the Past

Dead Milkmen – Quaker City Quiet Pills

• How Do You Even Manage to Exist?
• We Are (clearly not) the Master Race

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In this first episode back after a short break... We begin Series 6 of Music at a Rational Volume with a review episode. Nate and Kyle take on the (relatively) new album by the Canadian rockers, the Barenaked Ladies, called In Flight. In what can only be described as a complicated review, the hosts parse the effort from Toronto's finest and decide whether or not to recommend it for you to listen to as well. So listen in as the hosts dive into the issues surrounding the band's 14th studio record as they another chapter to their legacy.

No Playlist for this week, but take In Flight for a test drive instead.

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss one of the greatest albums ever made by humans on the planet Earth. The album is by Canadian pop-rockers Two Hours Traffic, called Foolish Blood. Listen in as the hosts discuss what makes the record so great, all while bemoaning its lack of earth shattering success, which it really should have gotten... where's that parallel universe? I want to live there for a while... anyway enjoy this last episode of series IV of the show and we'll all be back in a few weeks with more shenanigans. Thanks for listening!

No playlist this week. Instead enjoy Foolish Blood by Two Hours Traffic... and thank us later.

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In this Episode Nate and Kyle discuss the best music that the state of Oregon has to offer. So listen along as the hosts discuss all of the artists that have come out of this Pacific Northwest music scene. Portland is a music rich town and because of that some bands were left off because they were formed elsewhere or their main members were not from Oregon originally... Some coin flips were made.

Playlist this week: Best of States: Oregon

• M. Ward- Portland
  • Songs: - Magic Trick, Rollercoaster
• Menomena - Portland
  • Songs: - Plumage
• Quarterflash - Portland
  • Songs: - Night Shift, Walking On Ice, Find Another Fool
• Todd Snider - Portland
  • Songs:- Missing You, Money Compliments Publicity (Song Number Ten), Horseshoe Lake, Keep Off the Grass, Looking For a Job
• Blitzen Trapper - Portland
  • Songs: - Love The Way You Walk Away, Big Black Bird
• Modest Mouse - Portland
  • Songs: - The World At Large, Lampshades On Fire
• Everclear - Portland
  • Songs: - AM Radio… (In my humble opinion… That is all, that’s the list. The rest of their catalog is crap). So Much for the Afterglow, Thrift Store Chair
• Red Fang - Portland
  • Songs: - …, …
• Black ‘n’ Blue - Portland
  • Songs: - Miss Mystery, … “Outta This World” - Kiss (Tommy Thayer wrote and sang this song)
• The Kingsmen - Portland
  • Songs: - Killer Joe, …Louie, Louie (Fellow Oregonian, Todd Snider wrote, “The Ballad of the Kingsmen” It’s a nice tribute)
• I Can Lick Any Sonafabitch in the House - Portland
  • Songs: - A Good Day To Be A Bad Husband,
• The Hudson Brothers - Portland
  • Songs: - (Nothing on Spotify), …
• Meredith Brooks - Corvallis
  • Songs: - The Graces - Perfect View, Cosmic Woo Woo, I Have Everything

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the, relatively, new record by the New Pornographers. The newest effort is called Continue as a Guest and as a record by a band that the hosts both enjoy there are some high hopes hinging on this album. Listen in to see if those high hopes are validated, or if it leaves us wanting the good old days.

No playlist this week, but check out The New Pornographers Continue as a Guest

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle take a stab at seeing if they can put together a decent playlist of songs that are all over 6 minutes, and good. Largely the list came out great with lots of compelling, complex, and enjoyable songs from artists you may or may not associate with lengthy singles. Listen as the hosts tell you about their process and what went into choosing the songs, then listen to the list on your favorite device/streaming service.

This Week's Playlist: The Long Play Playlist

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle try to decide if one of those records people always talk about is as good as they say, or is it worth the hype? The hosts apply their unique album reviewing perspectives to the well-regarded yet annoyingly common rock alter presence, 2112 by Canadian rockers RUSH. Listen along as the hosts go through the album and share their thoughts about what's good, and what's not.

No playlist this week, but check out 2112 from Rush

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In this episode Nate and Kyle talk about the live music experience. What makes a good one, what makes a bad one, and why can't bands just put out a decent tour t-shirt anymore??? Hear about the host's best concert going experiences and some of the less good stuff too. Also stick around to hear some of the reasons why the hosts chose these songs to make the playlist.

This week's playlist: It's Better Live!

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume Nate and Kyle discuss the (relatively) new album by Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit, called Weathervanes. Listen in for a spirited discussion of a fascinating album made by one of the more interesting and though-provoking songwriters working today. Of course one of the hosts like this album more than the other, so after you check out the album come back and see who you agree with more this time around.

No playlist this week, check out Weathervanes, by Jason Isbell

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle break out the Summer Songs playlist... These are songs about summer, not necessarily summer songs in the sense that they remind you of the summer. It's a hefty beast perfect for whatever shenanigans you might get up to this summer, certainly long enough to get you to the beach and back.

This Week's Playlist: Summer Songs

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle give you the best playlist with songs about carnivals (i.e. state and county fairs, theme parks, or "whatsit-local" days celebrations). Enjoy an eclectic list of tunes hitting all the sketchy rides, fatty foods, and questionable decisions involved with participating in all the summer fun that poorly maintained contraptions and iffy vendors can provide. Oh, and happy Independence Day to our USA listeners, and to everyone else happy regular old 4th of July!

This week's playlist: Carnival Songs

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In this episode Nate and Kyle continue the dream of an alt-country summer... Kyle's dream really, but since Nate is a good friend here we are. The hosts go over Kyle's list of favorite alt-country records and they take a deep look at the top 10.

There is no playlist this week, instead check out the following records...

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In this episode Nate and Kyle, well... mostly Kyle discusses all things alt country. These are the songs that Kyle feels best represent the alt country vibe. The songs and artists on this playlist are ones that don't fit into your precious genre boxes or your succinct synopses and certainly don't want your country radio airplay, or your increased exposure... or your fandom... or your... money... um... where was I? Listen as at least one of the hosts heaps mounds of love on these beloved songs and is grateful that they chose to follow their muse instead of suckling at the teats of big music and selling out.

This week's playlist: Alt-Country Primer

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The list of best albums ever we have discussed gets one more in this episode of Music At A Rational Volume. Nate and Kyle discuss Todd Snider's Songs For The Daily Planet. They talk about all the ins and outs of what makes this one of the best albums ever made. The hosts don't agree with everything so listen along as they explain the highs and lows of this tremendous piece of art.

No playlist this week, but try Todd Snider's Songs For The Daily Planet

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle try to get to to the heart of what power pop is and then make a playlist. The truth is it depends on who you talk to and what definition you believe. So being the opinionated and independent minded people they are, the hosts just make their own for a kick-ass playlist just for you.

This week's playlist: It's Power Pop To Me

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle do another new album review. The new record from Dave Hause called Drive It Like It's Stolen is the latest effort from the Philadelphia native. You might be surprised to hear that the hosts don't necessarily agree on this one, but listen as they go back and forth about this noticeably short 10 song album. Is it a tightly packed bite sized power snack, or is it a good thing you don't have to wait so long for one song to another? You decide.

No playlist this week, enjoy Dave Hause - Drive It Like It's Stolen

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume Nate and Kyle discuss the new album by country artist Kip Moore, called Damn Love. This one is definitely more up Nate's street than Kyle, but the hosts talk about it mostly rationally and find some interesting things to say about the record and about country music generally. So strap in and listen along as the hosts discuss one of Nate's favorite artists and a source of some of Kyle's musical frustrations.

No playlist this week, but check out Kip Moore's Damn Love

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In this episode Nate and Kyle hop in the time machine to make a playlist to get into the mysterious land of the New Wave musical phenomenon. Is it a genre, a time frame, both? Who knows, but the hosts of this podcast will do their best to offer thoughts and opinions and ultimately a playlist to prove what they think are worthy inclusions and shoulda been bigger hit songs from the era.

This week's playlist: New Wave Primer

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle dive into murky genre waters with a playlist years in the making. There have been female vocal leads and there has been electronic pop music, and there has also been dance elements, but the recent crop of artists putting these things together have carved out some space of their own. Nate has been collecting them and Kyle has been dipping a toe or two into the pool of these artists and the result is a lengthy playlist full of upbeat and synthetic music so catchy that one person you know is probably gonna catch it twice. Listen as the hosts highlight a few of their favorites and introduce the playlist, built for your enjoyment. Thanks for Listening!

This week's playlist: Electro-Pop Playlist

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume Nate and Kyle share with you a random sampling of tunes they've been enjoying recently. It is by all accounts, a mixed bag, but there's a variety of old stuff, new stuff, and stuff in-between. Listen as the hosts discuss the whys with lots of tangents and whining from Kyle's puppy dog, Astro. Enjoy everybody!

This week's Random Playlist

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume Nate and Kyle welcome you all to the beginning of series 5 of the show and its a review of one of the best albums ever made by humans on the planet Earth. This time around it is the classic by New Jersey's own Gaslight Anthem and their album Handwritten. The hosts talk about its greatness and its highlights, even diving into front man Brian Fallon's songwriting themes and processes. Hopefully you will love this one as much as Nate and Kyle do, but let's not hold our breath cause nobody likes it THAT much am I right?

No playlist this week but enjoy Handwritten by Gaslight Anthem

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In this not-an-episode of Music at a Rational Volume Nate briefly discusses the impromptu break in production of the podcast for at least another few weeks. If you'd rather not listen to the audio, you may consider this text good enough, you have been announced to and the purpose is served. Thanks for being a listener of the podcast, we are glad you join us for these crazy shows, you are appreciated.

This Week's Playlist: Sophie Blair - Air I Breathe

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume Nate and Kyle make a playlist that is sorry for your loss... and hopefully helps when you need it. That is all to say it is a playlist of songs to get us through the passing of a loved one. Mostly hopeful and celebratory, the hosts have attempted to create something moving and hopeful. Listen in as they try and explain themselves, without bumming everyone out. It mostly works.

This week's playlist: Songs For A Funeral

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In this playlist episode of Music at a Rational Volume Nate and Kyle talk about their favorite new songs in 2022. New music? You might be asking yourself... no, not necessarily. The songs on this playlist are much like used cars, they strictly speaking new... but they're new again to someone else. The hosts talk about what struck them, sometimes more eloquently than others, but always with an excitement over a discovered piece of music that resonated deep down...

This week's playlist: 2022 Review - Discoveries

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Back after a little mental health break over the holidays, this latest episode finds Nate and Kyle discussing their favorite albums of 2022. A down year mostly, but there were a few stand out records released this past year. To no one's surprise, the two disagree quite a bit on some of them, but also to no one's surprise it doesn't matter... like what you like and let others do the same.

This week's playlist: Albums: 2022 Favorites!

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In this episode Nate and Kyle send you into Christmas into the dying embers of the holiday season with some of the weirdest, strangest, and most unusual Christmas themed songs they could find... and that, is saying something. Listen along as the hosts try and justify their choices and help you understand why this playlist was put together. Then, you can sit down and enjoy a lengthy playlist full of new, and not always enjoyable, musical surprises.

This week's playlist: Christmas Outta Left Field

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In this episode Nate and Kyle put together another bangin' Christmas playlist, this time full of our favorite bands and their recent holiday efforts. Listen in as the hosts chat about the reasons why and some commentary on what makes these songs a great addition to your holiday listening menu. Oh, and Merry Christmas everyone!

A Very (Music At a Rational Volume-y) Christmas Playlist

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the songs written about being on tour. This rich vein of song type has been a constant for bands. For as long as people have been touring, there's been songs about being on the road. Listen as the hosts discuss how the songs were chosen and the whys behind the playlist.

This Week's Playlist: Songs About the Road (Touring)

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle present a playlist they have curated with songs of gratitude, the occasional one about Thanksgiving, and also some turkey. In preparation for the annual holiday reminding you to, as your mother says, "stop your whining and be okay with what you have for crying out loud", listen as the hosts share some of their thoughts and favorite choices. You will then be prepared to listen to the following songs or the link to the playlist. It might be nice to hear that people much more narcissistic than you were able to be grateful, at least for as long as it took to produce the song... hopefully that means that you can too.

This week's playlist: Songs of Gratitude, Thanksgiving, and Turkey

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This episode of Music at a Rational Volume is another album review, this time it is Rhett Miller's (Old 97s) 8th solo record titled The Misfit. There is a bit of a spoiler alert in that Nate and Kyle don't agree on whether this is a good album or not, so listen to the record and see what side you land on, then tune in to the podcast to see who agrees with you... who is right... or, who is more wrong.

No playlist this week, instead listen to The Misfit by Rhett Miller

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In this episode the hosts take a bit of a departure from new album reviews and talking about "classic" music to talk about the problem of female artists struggling to get exposure in the country music genre. We all remember Shania Twain, Reba, and Dolly, but why aren't there more voices like theirs in contemporary country music? Are Nate and Kyle the best options to answer this question?... um, a resounding NO... However they are going to try and unearth some reasons and take a stab at discussing some of the issues. Underneath all of this chatter though, is the real reason for this episode... a chance to do a Ladies of Country playlist, you're welcome world! Hopefully you enjoy it the chat and the playlist.

This Weeks Playlist: Female Voices In Country Music

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the new solo effort called Excelsior from Mr. Steven Page, who if you don't know or didn't care is, a former member of Canadian legends the Barenaked Ladies. Listen in as the hosts discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly in this key lime pie of dubious quality... listen to the end and you'll understand. Nate and Kyle will walk you through all of the tracks and what they thought about each. Check out the record for yourself and see if you agree!

No playlist this week, but here's the link for Excelsior so you can decide for yourself.

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the music, artists, and the scene of the great state of Connecticut. Have you ever wondered why there isn't more good music coming out of this particular state? We did too, and no we're still wondering because... honestly... there wasn't much new here that we were super excited about. But listen as the hosts talk about what they enjoyed and what disappointed them... *ahem* Michael Bolton!

This week's playlist: Best of States - Connecticut


MGMT - Middletown
Songs: Congratulations, Pieces of What

Moby (Richard Melville Hall) - Darien
Songs: Go, Alone

Sammy Rae and the Friends - Derby
Songs: Living Room Floor, Everybody Wants To Rule The World

Anxious - Darien/Fairfield
Songs: In April

A Will Away - Naugatuck
Songs: Karma, Pay Raise, Matchstick

The Carpenters - New Haven
Songs: Calling Occupants of Interplanetary Craft (the Recognized Anthem of World Contact Day), Hurting Each Other

Michael Bolton? - New Haven
Songs: (Blackjack) Heart of Mine, (Lonely Island) Jack Sparrow

Gene Pitney - Hartford/Rockville
Songs: Twenty Four Hours From Tulsa, I’m gonna Be Strong

Hatebreed - Bridgeport
Songs: Escape (Metallica cover), You’re Never Alone

Peter Tork - Storrs
Songs: (Monkees) Your Auntie Grizelda, Alvin, Tear the Top Right Off My Head, Long Title: Do I Have to Do This All Over Again, Cripple Creek (live)

Vinnie Vincent - Bridgeport
Songs: Love Kills (VV Invasion), Lick It Up (Kiss, VV wrote and played lead)

Steelheart - Norwalk
Song: Everybody Loves Eileen, Mama Don’t You Cry (went to #1 in Hong Kong in 1992)

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss one of the most underrated albums in pop music history... Semisonic's All About Chemistry. Whether it was a record that took a little too long to make and missed its window, was left behind by the music buying masses, or a Closing Time hangover that resulted in less than stellar results, the hosts will try and convince you to give this album another shot. Because... it is worth it.

No playlist this week, Enjoy Semisonic - All About Chemistry instead.

Extra songs left off the original release - Girlfriend and Ordinary Life

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume Nate and Kyle discuss one of the greatest albums ever made by humans on the planet Earth, The Hooters - Out of Body. As one of Kyle's favorite records of all time this one is full of effusive praise, as well as some righteous indignation at this not being available on streaming services and kind of hard to find otherwise. Follow the links below to check out the music from this one of a kind and really well made album from one of the world's most underrated bands.

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In this episode Nate and Kyle dig into the rabbit hole that is songs about someone named Diane. Why Diane? Nobody knows, but there are a lot, an inordinate amount, of Diane themed songs. So listen along as the hosts share the good tracks and some of their thoughts behind the ones that made the cut. Enjoy the playlist by following the link to Spotify or there's also the list and you can look them up on your own, you know, if you're masochist or something.

This week's playlist: The Diane Playlist

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In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume Nate and Kyle dig into the new album by American Scarecrows, Drawing Little Pictures. Listen along as the hosts get into their favorite and lesser-favorite tracks and talk about the album generally. A decent record you should all give a listen to.

No playlist this week, but enjoy American Scarecrows - Drawing Little Pictures

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In this technical difficulty riddled episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the bands just good enough to make 2 albums. That is, a collection of recordings with a minimum number of songs/tracks to be called an LP. Try and listen along as the hosts discuss their favorite examples of the great and notable bands who stayed together just long enough to make two full length records.

This week's playlist: 2-LP Bands

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In this better late than never episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss their favorite movie and television soundtracks and present a gloriously odd and all-over-the-place playlist of songs for you to enjoy. From Queen as the musical backbone for Highlander to indie collections of artists you've probably never heard of, listen as the hosts run the gamut of excellent soundtrack offerings... oh, and you're welcome.

This week's playlist: The One With The Soundtracks

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Welcome to Series IV of Music at a Rational Volume, the podcast. In this episode we review Pete Yorn's new release "Hawaii." Listen in as the host's give their thoughts on the music and tell you whether you should go out and give it a spin.

No curated playlist this week, but enjoy Pete Yorn's Hawaii!

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In this last episode of series 3 of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle offer a response to the mildly successful Songs About a Girl playlist episode, Songs About Dudes. They talk about creating the list and in the same vein, the hosts discuss the differences between the two. Such as, why there are 80,000 million times more songs about girls than their male counterparts, and how come James by The Bangles wasn't a hit. It should have been huge. I know it, you know it, and those jerks at the label back in the day sure as hell knew it and they screwed that poor band out of further money and succes.... sorry... So listen along as we put a pin in another series and there will be more to come later in the summer. Thanks for the support!

Playlist this week: Songs About Dudes

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss our favorite late 80s early 90s much-maligned music genre mockingly called "Hair Metal." The hosts walk through the common misconceptions and try and tear down some of the more egregious arguments some use to take shots at what, in our opinion, was an era of talented musicians, making great rock and roll music. The main take-away is that big hair, tight pants, and lots of makeup isn't a genre, and we would fight you on it, but we need to find our eye liner.

This week's playlist: Hair and Glam

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In this episode Nate and Kyle once again visit, figuratively of course, one of the United States and try to figure out what, if any, good music comes from that state. This Week that state is Tennessee... I hear you saying, "That's a softball, surely there isn't an easier state what with Memphis and Nashville within the borders..." and I can hear myself saying right back at you, "it definitely wasn't that easy, and don't call me Shirley." There is some great music from this state and a lot of it isn't Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus, so listen as the hosts take you on a journey of musical discovery as they discover the lesser knowns, all of what's hiding under the popular and recognizable exports from the great state of Tennessee.

This week's Playlist: Best of States: TN

Protomen (Murfreesboro - MTSU)

• Light Up The Night
• In The Air Tonight (Phil cover)
• Princes of the Universe (Queen cover)

Self (Murfreesboro)

• Monogamy
• Could You Love Me Now
• Runaway
• What a Fool Believes (Doobie Brothers cover)

The Katies (Clinton, Murfreesboro)

• Drowner
• Noggin’ Poundin’

The Features (Sparta)

• From Now On
• Temporary Blues
• This Disorder
• The Idea of Growing O

Those Darlins (Nashville)

• Be Your Bro
• Night Jogger
• Red Light Love

De Novo Dahl (Hendersonville)

• All Over Town

Big Star (Memphis)

• Thirteen
• September Gurls
• Alex Chilton (Replacements song about Alex Chilton, lead singer of Big Star)
  • “...I never travel far without a little Big Star.”

Aubrie Sellers (Nashville)

• Wicked Game
• Just to be With You
• Haven’t Even Kissed Me Yet

Roseanne Cash (Memphis - Mostly)

• I don’t know why you don’t want me
• Seven Year Ache (w/the Golden Smog)
• I Was Watching You
• Girl From the North Country (Johnny Cash/Bob Dylan cover)
• Pink Bedroom (John Hiatt cover)

Tora Tora (Memphis)

• Walkin’ Shoes

Royal Court of China (Nashville)

• It’s All Changed
• Half the Truth

Will Hoge (Franklin)

• Secondhand Heart
• Goodbye Ain’t Always Gone
• Even If It Breaks Your Heart (smash hit for the Eli Young Band)
• Jesus Came to Tennessee
• Growing Up Around Here

Lucero (Memphis)

• Last Night in Town
• Back in Ohio
• Went Looking for Warren Zevon’s Los Angeles
• Sweet Little Thing

Bis-Quits (Nashville)

• Tommy’s on His Own
• Tennessee Valley Girl
• The Powers That Be

Giant (Nashville)

• Innocent Days
• Stay

The Civil Wars (Loretto/Nashville)

• Barton Hollow
• I Want You Back (cover)

Saliva (Bartlett)

• -Rest in Pieces (their best song…written by James Michael & Nikki Sixx of Sixx A.M.)
• - Southern Girls

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In this episode Nate and Kyle take a moment to celebrate the female voice by making a playlist full of fabulous ladies singing good tunes. Take a moment and listen as the hosts talk about their love for women in music and the bands they lead. The playlist is broad and spans some different sounds and should give a very well-rounded taste of women led bands.

Playlist for this week: Fronted by The Ladies

1 - Clout

2 - Middle of the Road

3 - Dead Sara

4 - Delta Rae

5 - Metric

6 - Heartless Bastards

7 - Pretty Reckless

8 - Texas

9 - Dollyrots

10 - Voice of the Beehive

11 - K’s Choice

12 - The Donnas

13 - Best Coast

14 - CHVRCHES

15 - Girl in a Coma

16 - Alabama Shakes

17 - Blondie

18 - Garbage

19 - Bangles

20 - Halestorm

21 - First Aid Kit

22 - Shiny Toy Guns

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In this episode Nate and Kyle present their ideas for the perfect BBQ, or really any summertime food and drink centered get together, playlist. Featuring all of the depth and insightful analysis you have come to expect from what some are calling the 73rd most popular music commentary podcast in this particular region of this half of the United States, this episode is bursting with BBQ flavored jams... sorry, that sounds gross. What I should have said was jams packed with BBQ Flavor... no.. sorry again... just enjoy the show.

This week's playlist: BBQ Jams

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss one of the greatest albums created by humans on the planet Earth, Ike Reilly's 2001 effort Salesmen and Racists. It may not be an album for everyone, but the hosts lavish praise on this underrated gem. Reilly's album is fast-paced and catchy rock and roll poetry and you should definitely check it out.

No playlist this week, enjoy Salesmen and Racists by Ike Reilly

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In this unexpectedly interesting episode of MARV Nate and Kyle dive into one of America's least well known music scenes... the one beating at the heart of the land known as Montana. From Butte to Helena there is indeed new and interesting music to be found in this overlooked state. Listen as the hosts introduce you to a world of synthy pop acts, folky duos, and everything in between. Then check out the playlist to hear the tunes for yourself and make up your mind about what the music of Montana has to offer.

This week's Playlist: Best of States: MT

The Boy and Sister Alma (Helena)

• Keep Your Head
• It’s You
• Call on You (TB&SA was a feat on this Timecop1983’s 2014 song)

Tim Montana (Butte)

• Mostly Stoned
• Quarantine (w/Mat Best)
• Good By Me

Janet Gardner (Bozeman)

• Running to Her

Tarkio (Missoula)

• Helena Won’t Get Stoned
• My Mother Was a Chinese Trapeze Artist
• Neapolitan Bridesmaid
• If I Had More Time
• Goodbye girl

Jonny Corndawg (Missoula)

• Life of a Bear
• Oversteppin’

Candy Coded (Missoula)

• Wonder

The Clintons (Bozeman)

• Sellout
• Sex on the Radio
• Come With Me
• She’s a Chimney
• Blame It on the Rain

Silkworm (Missoula)

• Couldn’t You Wait?
• Treat The New Guy Right

Storyhill (Bozeman)

• Give Up The Ghost
• Love Will Find You
• Carry Me (Crosby and Nash Cover)
• Cover Your Tracks
• Cupid’s Dance

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the new offering from UK Indie rockers the Sea Girls called Homesick. The hosts walk you through what's to like and what's a little off about this release from one of their favorite bands of the last few years. Go check out the record and then check back here for thoughts and commentary on a pretty good record.

No playlist this week. Check out Homesick by Sea Girls

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In this episode Nate and Kyle shine some light into one of the darker corners of Musicland and talk about the handful of bands and artists that quit or split after just one full length album release. There's some peaks and valleys from these one-off gems, so listen as the hosts discuss the notable and the ignoble alike... while also trying to answer the question, can they find enough good ones to fill out a playlist that anyone wants to hear?

This week's playlist:

Notable Songs from 1LP Bands

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In this slightly delayed episode, Nate and Kyle discuss the Band of Horses new-ish record, Things Are Great. The hosts debate whether the title is an accurate description of the album or if it is indeed wishful thinking. As it turns out, this might be the episode in which the record for the most uses of the word "fine" is set. So listen and enjoy as your hosts talk about one of the most okay-est albums released this year.

No playlist this week, try out Things Are Great!

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss their favorite songs, the ones that would be the first to come with them where the internet is spottiest, where electricity is fickle, and where live music options are slim... if they could only take a few... here's their desert island lists. Links to the playlists and selected videos to follow...

Nate's Playlist:

Kyle's Playlist:

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss one of the greatest albums ever recorded by humans on the planet Earth, Pete Yorn's classic Musicforthemorningafter. It's good, no description needed here. If you haven't heard it, what are you waiting for... go and enjoy.

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss another of America's states and its music, and by no small surprise it is Minnesota... Kyle's home state. Listen as Kyle spins yarns about the music of his motherland. Meanwhile, listen to Nate try and think of interesting things to say while Kyle spins even more yarns about even more music from the land of 10,000 lakes. If anything, enjoy the gargantuan playlist full of good tunes birthed in the Upper Midwest... just like Kyle.

This week's playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4KWqnYGeNlLzXSqbcITXUk?si=e50410fabde742d9

...And many, many, many, many, many,manymanymany more!

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the best songs to work out to... and discover a very different strategy for each host. The playlist associated with this episode is divided into two, Nate's is pop/power-pop centered and Kyle's playlist is a rage filled plow through the pain list. Whatever your taste there's plenty to digest here, so get up and get going, ya slob!... whoa, just kidding, I'm sure you're a lovely person with excellent personal care regimes.

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N8's List:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3tOxiMMPVQ937dN48BjvmY?si=28239c9a75674470

Kyle's "Workout Rage Music" List:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0o6jnZHCqrSqioDYW5KmOf?si=4f17de538a384bfa

https://youtu.be/7MrMfoHejiw - Katrina and the Waves VS Slayer

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In the first of a new series of playlist episodes Nate and Kyle dive into the artists and music from a randomly selected state in the union. The first entry is certainly famous for being one of the afore mentioned states, we're talking about Oklahoma. The hosts dig deep to find what great music can be found from the people making music who were from the... (searches google)... Sooner State, yup that tracks. Turns out this state has a lot more to offer than just your average traditional country fare, there is much to love about the musical legacy from this not at all made up state in our fair country. Hope you enjoy our tour playlist... no kidding around, it's good.

This Week's Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4uEA47vRRwu1fK4M7nYEnq?si=97a3080f7851443f

Turnpike Troubadours (Tahlequah)

• 1968
• The Funeral
• Gin, Smoke, & Lies
• Down Here
• Pay No Rent

Flaming Lips (OKC)

• Ego Tripping at the Gates of Hell
• Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, pt.1

Hanson (Tulsa)

• Get The Girl Back
• Thinking ‘Bout Something
• Don’t Ever Change

Garth Brooks (Tulsa) (Not on Spotify, respect!)

• What She’s Doin’ Now
• In Another’s Eyes w/Trisha Yearwood
• Hard Luck Woman (Kiss cover)

Cross Canadian Ragweed (Yukon)

• Sick and Tired
• Leave Me Alone
• 17

Kings of Leon (sorta raised in OK)

• Waste a Moment

Vince Gill (Norman)

• Tryin’ to Get Over You
• Foolin’ Around (Buck Owens cover)

Red City Radio (OKC)

• Electricity
• Did You Know? (Yeah, this was on the last playlist…let ‘em riot!)
• In the Shadows
• I’ll Take a Mile

Gap Band (Tulsa)

• You Dropped a Bomb on Me

Shiny Toy Guns (Shawnee)

• Speaking Japanese
• Major Tom

Hinder (OKC)

• Take It to the Limit (feat. Mick Mars)
• I Need Another Drink

Jason Boland & the Stragglers (Harrah)

• I Guess It’s Alright to Be an Asshole
• Dee Dee Od’d

The Damn Quails

• Me and the Whiskey

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss one of the few artists that both hosts love, Chris Isaak. From his brilliant song craft and musicianship to his hard to define genre-less-ness, the man needs to be applauded... and listened to more, a lot more. In order to encourage some new ears give a listen as the hosts go album to album and pick out some noteworthy and excellent tracks for this week's playlist, a long and weighty one for sure but nothing except the good stuff.

This week's playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5wPzxcQPs3thJSBDipaNbM?si=0be2857480664fba


Silvertone (1985)

• Voodoo
• Gone Ridin’
• Another Idea
• Back on Your Side

Chris Isaak (1986)

• You Owe Me Some Kinda Love
• Waiting For the Rain to Fall
• This Love Will Last

Heart Shaped World (1989)

• I’m Not Waiting
• Wicked Game
• Forever Young

San Francisco Days (1993)

• Solitary Man
• Except the New Girl
• I Want Your Love

Forever Blue (1995)

• I Believe
• Baby Did A Bad Bad Thing
• Somebody's Crying
• Things Go Wrong
• There She Goes

Baja Sessions (1996)

• I Wonder
• Pretty Girls Don’t Cry

Speak of the Devil (1998)

• Please
• Wanderin’
• Flying
• I’m Not Sleepy
• Like The Way She Moves

Always Got Tonight (2002)

• Let Me Down Easy
• Worked It Out Wrong
• I See You Everywhere
• American Boy
• Nothing To Say

Mr. Lucky (2009)

• Breaking Apart [Duet With Trisha Yearwood]
• Baby Baby
• Very Pretty Girl
• We Let Her Down
• You Don’t Cry Like I Do
• Summer Holiday
• Best I Ever Had

First Comes The Night (2015)

• First Comes the Night
• Perfect Lover
• Down in Flames
• Please Don’t Call
• Insects

Beyond The Sun (2011)

• Can’t Help Falling in Love (Elvis Presley cover)

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In this episode Nate and Kyle dive into the plentiful waters of songs with a girl's name in the title. You've heard the usual ones, but how many times can you sing Sarah or Amanda or Michelle or Roxanne before you start craving some new ones?... Well good thing there's this podcast to provide you with commentary and playlists to help you find new things. Enjoy the many tangents as the hosts attempt to explain what they've done and enjoy the playlist, lots of good stuff there.

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https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1LweUgQH3bi8Hy2ipfmlna?si=bed2d7dd63d94977

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss one of the greatest albums created by humans on the planet earth, Joel Plaskett's Ashtray Rock. A concept album, a High School yearbook, and a brilliant piece of musical art, Ashtray Rock is one of the few albums that both hosts love from start to finish. Do yourself a favor and check out one of Canada's hidden gems (at least to those of us in the USA), it's totally worth it... is that overselling it? We all think not.

Playlist this week:

https://open.spotify.com/album/2cxTEwGfzDAZ64GeHvQyKe?si=fXSEJ3m6R9uW_BOsqIPVpA

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In what hopes to be the final nail in the coffin of the year 2021, Nate and Kyle discuss their favorite new music discoveries during the year. They talk a lot about what makes the songs worthy of the list and why you should check them out too. The playlist is eclectic, but full of catchy ear worms just waiting to crawl inside your ears and never ever leave no matter how hard you try, you know... even including that one cream you got from your Doc that one time for the thing your mom said was perfectly normal, but you were like "mom, that can't be right" and she said "fine go see Doc Ellison, see if I care..." so you did and the Doc was like, "you should have come in sooner, woof!"... where was I? That's right... music... it's good, check it out!

This week's playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/51C4EHTcCrPYRvrXGyevOp?si=bbd2b111886a4005

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Back for the first show in 2022, Music at a Rational Volume invites you to help throw some dirt on the smoldering remains of the last year of our lives... In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the standout albums that were born into the world during 2021. Sometimes a joy, and sometimes a struggle, 2021 had a lot to offer and the hosts take turns guiding you through their favorite new albums of the year... and a smattering of the disappointments.

This week's playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5fTB3GWTLO67PZ1lTJrxO7?si=cfa8aa3810cc45bc

In more or less the order they get discussed in the show:

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the songs that aren't really Christmas songs, that is to say songs about or dealing with the actual holiday. Christmas songs are awesome, but there aren't that many good, traditional, and repeatable songs. So once you've heard Silent Night, Rudolph, and whatever combo of the other 15 standards, you're gonna start looking to fill out your playlist a bit. The problem is that most artists don't write original holiday songs, so we're left with the ones that seem "close enough" and the playlist for this episode is full of these.

Playlist for this episode:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/59LLs2N5bMjYgP1pZuRypJ?si=90d384b2994b4a61

My Favorite Things - Brian Setzer version
I Hear The Bells - Mike Doughty
Christmas Card from A Hooker... - Tom Waits
Last Christmas - Wham!
Same Old Lang Syne - Dan Fogelberg
Christmas In The Fall - Tim Mahoney
Beer for Breakfast - The Replacements
Winterlove - Parachute
Happy New Year - ABBA
Fairytale of New York - The Pogues
Dead by X-mas - Hanoi Rocks
2000 Miles - Pretenders
Candy Cane Children - White Stripes
Oi To The World - No Doubt
A Hazy Shade of Winter - Simon & Garfunkel
Winter Song - Sara Bareilles, Ingrid Michaelson
Let Me Sleep (It's Christmas Time) - Pearl Jam
Another Lonely Christmas - Prince
River - Joni Mitchell
A Long December - Counting Crows
I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm - Dean Martin
Baby, It's Cold Outside - Seth MacFarlane, Sara Bareilles
Snow Angel - Tori Amos
What Are You Doing New Year's Eve - Ella Fitzgerald
White Winter Hymnal - Fleet Foxes
A Marshmallow World - Dean Martin
Frosty The Snowman - Bing Crosby
Let It Snow - Johnny Mathis
New Year's Day - U2
Better Days - Goo Goo Dolls
Linus and Lucy - Vince Guaraldi Trio
Christmas To Remember - Kenny and Dolly

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In this very special episode of the MARV podcast, Nate and Kyle finally break out the Stalker Playlist, alternate titles include Stalking for Beginners, Duct Tape and You, and They Keep on Running Away... it's exactly what it sounds like, the hosts go exploring in the deep sea of songs that walk the line of acceptable behavior. They including the simple ones about unrequited love, obsessive love and also deeper into flat out stalking or other forms of harassment to come up with 30-ish songs. The songs on this playlist are great in their own right, but all share some level of ick as well. So listen in as Nate and Kyle discuss why they chose the songs they did and just how creeped out you should be about some of the lyrics in popular music... looking at you Blondie, one way or another... hello HR? Police?..Anybody?

This week's playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6uIuPnRNO0z2pTCkjJkThS?si=6855996848134273

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss a fast-paced, straight ahead, and in your face rock 'n' roll record from The Donnas called Spend The Night. More than just a girl version of The Ramones, The Donnas were known for their driving, almost punk-like, sound and this record exemplifies their brilliant musicianship, no-nonsense vocals and lyrics, and well crafted 3 minutes or less tunes. The hosts, unlike most weeks, pretty much stick to the record this week and shine a light on a band that should continue to be heard and celebrated.

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In this Episode Nate and Kyle take a dive into the past of formats and mediums to talk about the craze of vinyl enthusiasm and sound snobbery. Vinyl, 8-tracks, Cassettes, CD, and Streaming are all on the table as the hosts sift through and discuss the fuzzy world of the ways people deliver music into their ear holes. Also, there's a hefty dab of nostalgia, pop culture, and two dudes who've been around a while discussing the kids and their music nowadays. Damn kids! Get off my lawn!

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss one of the best albums ever created by humans on the planed earth, Mike Doughty's Haughty Melodic. Following the break-up of his band Soul Coughing and his battles with personal demons, Mike delivered an excellent and listenable album, though some could argue one that's a bit of an acquired taste. Listen as Nate and Kyle discuss the ins and outs of the album and its tracks as well as some big staff picks for the week.

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After a year of fine tuning, the final unveiling of the Music At A Rational Volume Podcast's Halloween Playlist is happening. In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the ins and outs of one of the best times for distinct and creative music to celebrate a holiday season. Next to maybe Christmas, Halloween offers some great opportunities to express the feeling of the Autumn and its attendant Halloweeny stuff.

This week's playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6yaBIkTtjRTcKQQLTANhi0?si=5af4add34418413e

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss one of Kyle's favorite albums of all time, Bury Me In Philly, by Dave Hause. It is one that Kyle claims is one of the greatest albums ever recorded by humans on the planet Earth, although Nate is less convinced. The hosts discuss the great, the good, and the not so much. Listen in to discover why you should check out this artist and his remarkable album. Whether you agree with Kyle or Nate it is totally worth a listen and should definitely be on your radar.

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In this episode of the podcast Nate and Kyle discuss the 2015 album Heart Blanche by CeeLo Green. The host's discuss the album's musical excellence and its post release disappointments. The discussion then spreads to a wider discussion of CeeLo's missteps, ill-fated social media gaffes, and other questions surrounding behaviors in his personal life. Some attempt is made to answer big questions such as, is it okay to still appreciate someone's art while actively refusing to condone their negative/damaging choices in other areas? How far should you run away from Ryan Adams? Where do you draw the lines? Nate and Kyle offer commentary and conjecture as well as a definitive maybe on most of the questions raised. Spoilers... it depends, second chances are a maybe, and as always be prepared to like what you like and ignore the scorn from the haters.

Heart Blanche on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/album/4V7teI9GVCoLf6BNdaNj29?si=sibWYTalR-26kwlXs7_zsg&dl_branch=1

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In this week's episode Nate and Kyle discuss the music of their youth. Among the themes discussed are whether you can or should dismiss the music of your past, if "guilty pleasure" should still be a thing, and can you just dismiss something because it happened before you were born? Spoilers, it's just no, no you can't.

The playlist this week:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7cLvR7gxZI1dJWhAtyV5HR?si=e9efc3f5fa64459e

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss their favorite music and artists to come out of Scotland. Guess what? Surprise, surprise, they made a playlist full of the music that they love from that excellently creative part of the world. So listen along as the hosts walk through their thoughts and decisions about what makes some of the songs really stand out versus the crowd.

This week's playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7KzEEeqZWvfgZpHCZq5wae?si=683805e501a24a47

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss their love of the Old 97s and their fourth album from 1999, Fight Songs. It's not Kyle's favorite, because it's no Too Far To Care, but it's one of the best albums ever made by humans on the planet Earth and the hosts get knee deep into the highlights of a great work of art. Also discussed are topics that range from how country is the band, is Alt-Country a fair genre class?, and just how far into BFF land is Nate with Old 97s singer/bassist Murry Hammond? Listen and decide for yourself...

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the School Days playlist they have created to "celebrate" the new school year and back to school season. They discuss the process and the songs as well as why school is rough for most kids. This shorter episode is pretty much all about the playlist... so Enjoy!

This week's playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/02gXuAV0GlR7Bz8iTE7D78?si=a799d00600ba4025

1 - I Love You Period - Dan Baird
2 - Summer's Over - Jonathan Coulton
3 - Stacy's Mom - Fountains of Wayne
4 - School Uniforms - The Wombats
5 - School Is In - Josie Cotton
6 - I Don't Wanna Go To School - The Donnas
7 - Popular - Nada Surf
8 - Grade 9 - BNL
9 - Never Miss A Beat - Kaiser Chiefs
10 - Margaret Middle School - Guided By Voices
11 - Pizza Day - The Aquabats!
12 - Come On, Teacher - Joel Plaskett Emergency
13 - Smokin' In The Boys Room - Motley Crue
14 - School Daze - W.A.S.P.
15 - Friends Forever - Old 97s
16 - On The Outside - Oingo Boingo
17 - Teenage Dirtbag - Ruston Kelly
18 - High School Never Ends - Bowling For Soup
19 - Kodachrome - Paul Simon
20 - Hey, Headmaster - Pet Shop Boys
21 - I Don't Like Mondays - The Boomtown Rats

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In this episode Nate and Kyle have had to change some plans due to life stuff, and not in a fun way. Listen as they walk through both playlists they have made, designed in an effort to pick you up and dust you off when the inevitable downers of life take a toll on you. Full of songs to put some wind back in your sails, the associated playlists will help you get right back into the battle and be a happier more positive force... or well... at the very least, survive it.

Nate's Songs For A Sucky Week:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5tTvKQNypscwPPk8tSbXBa?si=c26fb7d02add4918

Kyle's Stop Yer Sobbin' Quit Yer Bitchin' Suck It Up Rub Some Dirt On It and Walk It Off Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/56tJRGc0k27yUUazzG837s?si=ffb29351ad094bdb

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss Soul Asylum's early to mid 90s powerhouse releases, Grave Dancers Union and its follow-up Let Your Dim Light Shine. The hosts discuss the hits, the missed opportunities, and which album they each think deserves to be 1A and why the other is 1B. Spoilers, they don't agree.

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the new record from the Barenaked Ladies called Detour De Force. While both hosts give an in depth look at the the album, listen for other topical gems including some harmless speculation on Toby Keith's secret influence on track #8, an obligatory KISS tangent, and BNL fans who can't seem to get over the fact that Steve is gone... it's time to get over it now.

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss one of Kyle's most favorite records, Beware of Dog by the Hangdogs. Listen along as the hosts discuss an album that is perhaps the most Alt-Country-est album ever made by anyone on the planet earth. There is some talk about band websites, how many Fantastic 4 characters are related to members of the band, and why more bands just can't be bothered to be Canadian.

No playlist for this episode, please listen and enjoy Beware of Dog!

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the 20 selections of the best, and our most favorite, cover songs. Also discussed in the episode is what makes a good one, why these ones, and also how many times can Kyle say the name of the band he loves the most?... it's the Jayhawks in case you didn't know.

This week's Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0K5yPsAVbzZpqhiTqdxC9Q?si=1c57b298e01e406a

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In this episode the hosts unveil the best most underrated Canadian music most Americans probably haven't heard before. Nate and Kyle talk all things Canada, including their shared love of Sir Beiber and the greatness that is Celine Dion, well... um no, not really, but the playlist is pretty good without them.

This week's playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/49PnAgyF3oNbd600LLk4Ki?si=39590a6a05ab45f5

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss lyrics and the associated playlist that highlights some of their favorites. They also discuss why certain artist and songs were included and others not, as well as some close calls that didn't quite make the cut. Enjoy the chatter, but give the playlist a listen for some clever, heartfelt, and genuinely excellent lyrical content, you're welcome.

This week's playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Jr4b1rOgQup25EfUGuB1y?si=00ddb8ffa2514363

Mississippi - Sheryl Crow
Werewolf - Church Of Roswell
Time Stand Still - Rush
Driving With The Brakes On - Del Amitri
You Are The Everything - R.E.M.
One Step Up - Bruce Springsteen
Winter - Tori Amos
St. Clarie Of Cedar Rapids
Mother - Said The Whale
One Penny - Julian Moon
This Is Where It Ends - Barenaked Ladies
Down Here - Turnpike Troubadours
Hurry Hurry - Air Traffic Controller
Slug Line - John Hiatt
My Mistake - Dave Hause
Close Your Eyes and Open Your Mouth - The Burning Hell
Another Song Nobody Will Hear - Will Hoge
What A Good Boy - Barenaked Ladies
40 Miles to Vegas - Southern Culture on the Skids
W*O*L*D* - Harry Chapin

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In this first episode back after a brief hiatus, Nate and Kyle welcome you to Volume 2 of Music at a Rational Volume. For the opener of the second series of podcasts, the hosts take a stab at one of pop music's most interesting and underrated bands Oingo Boingo. The classic album Dead Man's Party is one of the greatest albums ever created by human beings on the planet Earth, and all of us at the MARV Podcast will stand by that statement forever. So listen as Nate and Kyle try and figure out why this album wasn't bigger, why the singles failed to catch on nationwide, and why can't people ever just appreciate these things on their own without having to wait for us to point it out? Just kidding, I'm sure you are awesome, it's those other people that suck.

This week's playlist is the album Dead Man's Party by Oingo Boingo

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In this episode Nate and Kyle take some time to remember the unique voice in pop music that is Sir Jim Steinman, pretty sure he was knighted right? Also, the hosts look back on Steinman's impact on their music fandom as well as the world of music in general.

This week's playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3TdtXBHnxi5YPjc7Zb3oW2?si=592032a9a7874cfd

1 - Original Sin (Theme From The Shadow) - Taylor Dayne
2 - You Took The Words Right Out Of My Mouth (Hot Summer Night) Meat Loaf
3 - Faster Than the Speed of Night - Bonnie Tyler
4 - Dead Ringer for Love (with Cher) - Meat Loaf
5 - What Part Of My Body Hurts The Most - Rob Fowler, Sharon Sexton
6 - Rock And Roll Dreams Come Through - Meat Loaf
7 - Ravishing - Bonnie Tyler
8 - For Crying Out Loud - Meat Loaf
9 - More - Sisters of Mercy
10 - I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That) - Meat Loaf

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In this episode Nate and Kyle talk music for a rainy day. With Spring in full swing and rain in the forecast the hosts take a minute to pick a few songs for dueling playlists. Who did better? Listen and find out...

The playlists for this week:

Kyle's -

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4uioWJMz8MiCqNBO1i5oNb?si=01ab6a1f3f314673

1 - The Rain The Park And Other Things - Cowsills
2 - Waiting For The Rain To Fall - Chris Isaak
3 - Vacation Rain - Sister Hazel
4 - Rain In The Summertime - The Alarm
5 - Who'll Stop The Rain - CCR
6 - Every Storm Runs Out of Rain - Gary Allan
7 - I Wish It Would Rain - Rodney Crowell
8 - After The Rain - Nelson
9 - Why Does It Always Rain On Me - Travis
10 - Spit In The Rain - Del Amitri
11 - So. Central Rain - R.E.M.
12 - Louisiana Rain - Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
12 - Save It For A Rainy Day - The Jayhawks

Nate's -

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3vjntVfWbUQ6yqJFOtDOyu?si=62c67444c9394291

1 - Here Comes That Rainy Day Feeling - The Fortunes
2 - Summer Rain - Johnny Rivers
3 - Brian Wilson - BNL
4 - Summer Rain - Belinda Carlisle
5 - Raining - Susanna Hoffs
6 - Red Rain - Peter Gabriel
7 - Wish It Would Rain Down - Phil Collins
8 - I Wish It Would Rain - Gladys Knight & The Pips
9 - Let It Rain - Zac Brown Band
10 - Happy When It Rains - The Jesus And Mary Chain
11 - Only Happy When It Rains - Garbage
12 - Here Comes The Rain Again - Eurythmics
13 - London Rain - Heather Nova

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In this episode Nate and Kyle take some time to celebrate the legacy of Prince. A career of a prolific artist spanning decades should make for a pretty great playlist right? Yes, yes it does. We talk about the hits, the misses, and the underrated gems of Sir Prince Rogers Nelson... he was knighted right?... No, well he should have been.

This weeks Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4UlywBFLZ1Fax8XdZ40HGW?si=8a5a8dff73384b19

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss their collection of songs about work... yup, that's pretty much all there is to know about this one. Playlist does have some songs with adult language, so it that is an issue for you, please tread lightly. You have been warned.

This week's playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3Yclejw5emFa112imPEyYU?si=6cc543d4df8546fd

Looking for a Job - Todd Snider
The Work - Air Traffic Controller
Responsibility - MxPx
Allentown - Billy Joel
Working Man - Rush
Work Away - Classified, David Myles
I Go To Work - Kool Moe Dee
Working Class Heroes - CeeLo Green
Work Everyday - Brother Ali
Code Monkey - Jonathan Coulton
Rain On The Scarecrow
Gotta Get Up - The Bottle Rockets
Car Wash - Bruce Springsteen
Guarantees - Atmosphere
Keepin' Up - Alabama
Sixteen Tons - Tuff
God Damn Job - The Replacements
This F*ing Job - Drive-By Truckers
I Go To Work - Delta Rae
Take This Job And Shove It - Johnny Paycheck
Road Rats - Alice Cooper
Couple Days Off - Huey Lewis & The News
Callin' In Sick - "Weird Al" Yankovic
A Cup Of Coffee - Julian Moon
I Quit My Job - Old Man Luedecke
I Still Got A Finger - Blake Shelton
Suit and Jacket - Judah & The Lion
Last Factory Song - Ned Van Go
Shuttin' Detroit Down - John Rich
Bang the Drum All Day - Todd Rundgren

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In this episode Nate and Kyle do their first of hopefully many new album reviews. This one for the Fratellis most recent effort called Half Drunk Under A Full Moon. The hosts give the album a once-over and tell you whether or not you should give it a listen, and more importantly a purchase... spoilers... yes, do those things.

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss one of the most underrated albums of all time that certainly deserved a better fate, the Gear Daddies masterpiece Billy's Live Bait. A genre blurring record commonly labeled under Alt-Country, the album features a back bone of classic rock and traditional country influences. Join the hosts for a deep dive through a regional legend from the upper Midwest. Check it out and enjoy!

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the limited, yet pretty amazing, world of songs about baseball to celebrate one of the best days of the year, Opening Day. Join the hosts for a deep dive into a very specialized topic and witness the scope of meaningless facts and the depth of useless knowledge on display in this episode of Music at a Rational Volume.

This week's playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5JOgaQ3My1F23Ql7ByyTpS?si=3e142178f7994e7f

Opening Day - Dan Bern, Common Rotation
Centerfield - John Fogerty
Don't Call Them Twinkies - The Baseball Project
America's Favorite Pastime - Todd Snider
Seven Miles an Hour - Dan Bern
From Nails to Thumbtacks - The Baseball Project
I'm Swinging 3-0 - CJ Beatty
Baseball Boogie - Mabel Scott
The Cheap Seats - Alabama
I Miss The Steroid Era - Dan Bern
Summer Song - Martin Zellar, The Hardways
To The Veteran's Committee - The Baseball Project
Knock It out of the Park - Sam & Dave
Bad Umpire - CJ Beatty
Baseball Song - Matt Wessel
Kenesaw Mountain Landis - Jonathan Coulton
We're Gonna Win - Bryan Adams
Casey at the Bat - Boston Pops Orchestra

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss one of the most underrated albums of the last decade, Jon Fratelli's solo departure during a Fratellis hiatus, an album called Psycho Jukebox. Despite the album being full of catchy hooks and interesting lyrics, this album was a bit out of time, a critical lightning rod, and a commercial dial-tone of strong disinterest. The host's feel it deserves a better fate and share reasons why. Also tackled in this episode are music critics, the cult of coolness, and restaurant analogies drawing parallels between singer-songwriters and chefs making burgers.

No playlist this week, but please check out Jon Fratelli - Psycho Jukebox wherever you consume music.

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the love and loss of breakup songs and introduce 16 of the 10 best examples, meaning it's really just their favorites. Listen along as the hosts discuss many topics and questions including Canada, Canadians, and who is and who isn't a Canadian artist?

This week's playlist:

In a very particular order...

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6VBIDO1oDFGsy3RmKdfdww?si=3579210591eb4220

In no particular order...

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the legitimacy of Sir Weird Al Yankovic (...he was knighted right?) Preaching the Weird Al gospel to the masses, the hosts share their thoughts on all things Al and explain why the people who don't take the man, his music, and his band seriously, are dumb, by which they mean ill-informed.

This week's playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5ElXXItFz2jZSRcxGSaqy7?si=24a4c06155114ca0

Weird Al's Best Originals:

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In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss a few new singles, upcoming albums, and some odds and ends. The big reveal with this episode is the launch of our pandemic playlist. It's a playlist that bridges musical styles, genre, and tastes and creates a lonely, isolated, scared, and depressed stew of songs, all with a hefty sprinkling of hope, light, comedy... and some strong language.

The Pandemic Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2O4InUYFaUSNi6vgLoQQ6l

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