For The Record With Gg And Adam

Montreal-based PYPY’s second album, 10 years after their first, is an exhilarating blend of psych rock and new wave, with virtuosic instrumentals and otherworldly vocals. We discuss “Sacred Times” on Episode #221 of For the Record.

L.A. singer-songwriter Marina Allen breaks through with her clarion voice and beautiful Laurel Canyon sound on her third album, "Eight Pointed Star." We discuss it in depth on episode #220 of "For the Record."

Oakland trio Fake Fruit’s second album faces an uncertain world with blistering guitars, off-kilter rhythms, and an appealing blend of earnestness and humor. We discuss “Mucho Mistrust” on episode #219 of “For the Record.”

Welsh duo The Bug Club combine high-energy, melodic garage rock with absurd, witty lyrics on their Sub Pop debut, "On the Intricate Inner Workings of the System." We discuss it in-depth in episode #218 of “For the Record.”

Wishy's debut album is filled with hooky, melodic rock that sounds like it's been beamed through time from your favorite 1990s alternative radio station, while somehow still sounding fresh.

Themes of loss and grief lend an intensity and urgency to the debut album from the Bay Area's own Sour Widows. We discuss "Revival of a Friend" in-depth in episode #216 of “For the Record.” For all the past episodes, visit ForTheRecordPodcast.com. 

Detroit singer-songwriter Odie Leigh fuses indie pop, folk, and Americana in her charming debut album, "Carrier Pigeon." We discuss it in-depth in episode #215 of “For the Record.”

After decades in bands like Wolf Parade, The Arcade Fire, Handsome Furs, Divine Fits, and Operators, Dan Boeckner has released his first solo album. We discuss "Boeckner!" on episode #214 of “For the Record.”

Montreal trio Cola was born out of the ashes of post-punk band Ought, but they bring a more melodic, jazzy feel to songs that still maintain the undercurrent of dissonance and anxiety that was Ought's calling card.

The sophomore album from Ducks Ltd. brings sunny, jangle-pop melodies with layered production that mask lyrical themes of anxiety and depression. We discuss "Harm's Way" on episode #212 of “For the Record.”

Middle Kids are a trio from Sydney, Australia who swing for the fences on their third album, with glossy pop that has stadium-filling energy. We discuss “Faith Crisis Pt. 1” on episode 211 of “For the Record.”

On their second album, Brooklyn’s Gustaf expertly balance art-punk ambition with danceable beats and a playful sense of humor. We discuss “Package Pt. 2” on episode 210 of “For the Record.”

Vampire Weekend's fifth album is their best yet, and may end up being one of the best records of 2024. We discuss "Only God Was Above Us" on on episode #209 of “For the Record.” For all the past episodes, visit ForTheRecordPodcast.com. 

San Francisco’s own Bad Tiger craft charming, introspective indie pop with emotive vocals and thoughtful instrumentation. We discuss their second full-length, “Bliss,” on episode #208 of “For the Record.”

Guitar legend Mary Timony is back with her first solo album in almost two decades, exploring a range of styles in songs that are as intricately-crafted as they are catchy. We discuss "Untame the Tiger" on on episode #207 of “For the Record.”

On her debut LP, Oakland-based Sarah Coolidge combines clever, evocative lyrics and powerful, Americana-influenced rock. We discuss “Call Me When You Get There” on episode #206 of “For the Record.”

SPRINTS are the latest exports from Dublin's burgeoning punk and garage rock scene. We discuss their ferocious debut album "Letter to Self" in-depth on episode #205 of "For the Record." For all the past episodes, visit ForTheRecordPodcast.com.

Sleater-Kinney's 11th record finds the now-duo pushing their sound forward while staying true to what made the band great. We discuss "Little Rope" in-depth on episode #204 of "For the Record." For all the past episodes, visit ForTheRecordPodcast.com. 

Slow Pulp pushes all of our 90s nostalgia buttons while keeping their sound fresh with emotive vocals and electronic touches. We discuss their second album, "Yard," in-depth on episode #203 of "For the Record."

San Francisco-based Grooblen brings an eclectic mix of jazzy, psychedelic pop songs on their second album, "A Wormhole is a Freeway to the Stars." We discuss it in-depth on episode #202 of "For the Record."