Dig Me Out - The 90's Rock Podcast

On episode #57 it's listener review time once again. This week we finally get to a suggestion by 'Chel over at the awesome I Hate The 90s blog and review the 1991 album Gobbledygook by The Wendys. Along with the Happy Mondays and Primal Scream, The Wendys were a part of the early 90s Madchester scene, but do The Wendys stack up to those legendary bands? Tune in to find out, then leave a comment at digmeoutpodcast.com or on our Facebook page. Segments: 0:00-5:44 - Intro, 5:44-7:15 - History of the Band, 7:15-31:52 - Review, 31:52-32:43- Outro Songs in this Episode: Something's Wrong Somewhere - Intro, Half Pie - 12:30, I Want You And I Want Your Friend - 13:51, Pulling My Fingers Off - 21:14, Soon Is Fine - Outro Buy On Amazon More info on digmeoutpodcast.com Discuss on Facebook Follow on Twitter Support the Podcast : Donate / Merchandise

For episode #56, we dip into the category of "so good yet criminally overlooked," exploring the world of Satchel and their 1994 album EDC. Satchel seamlessly explore Alice In Chains riffing on one song and twisted Prince grooves on the very next. Joining us for the extensive track-by-track review is Satchel frontman Shawn Smith, who gives us insight on songwriting, dealing with a major label in the '90s, and how those Reservoir Dogs samples ended up on the album. Tune in,  then leave a comment on digmeoutpodcast.com or on our Facebook page. Segments: 0:00-3:13 - Intro, 3:13-15:26 - History of the Band, 15:26-1:27:25 - Interview and Review, 1:27:25-1:29:22- Outro Songs in this Episode: Built 4 It - Intro, 19:51 - Mr. Brown, 25:13 - Equilibrium, 30:04 - Taste It, Trouble Come Down - 33:23, More Ways Than 3 - 37:37, 48:36 - O, 52:25 - Mr. Pink, Willow - 1:00:42, The Roof Almighty - 1:02:26, Suffering - 1:06:39, Willow - Outro (Warning: there are a few bad words in this episode - earmuffs for the kids) Buy On

For episode #55, we're back with another pick by Jason. This time it's Hoarse, and their 1997 album Happens Twice. Featuring former members of Sponge, Hoarse takes a decidedly different approach, drawing on punk, power pop and even a little pop metal. Does Hoarse deserve to be slotted with fellow '90s rockers like Superdrag and Watershed, or are they dog food (yes, that was a stretch for an analogy that doesn't entirely make sense). Tune in and find out, then drop us a comment at digmeoutpodcast.com or on our Facebook page. Segments: 0:00-2:56 - Intro, 2:56-4:32 - History of the Band, 4:32-38:06 - Review, 38:06-39:00 Outro Songs in this Episode: Crown - Intro, Diamond - 6:25, Issue - 9:10, Paint The Town Red - 10:40, On Deck - 14:15, Tuesday Morning - 19:19, Long Gone - Outro Buy On Amazon More info on digmeoutpodcast.com Discuss on Facebook Follow on Twitter Donate

On episode #54 we review the 1999 album Mission: Control! from Burning Airlines. J Robbins may be better known for his years in Jawbox, but is it possible Mission: Control! is his best work? Blasphemy some might say (like those who prefer Jawbox), but we'll lay out the case. Give a listen, then leave a comment if you agree or disagree either on our website or on our Facebook page. Segments - 0:00-6:08 - Intro, 6:08-9:09 - History of the Band, 9:09- - Review, 39:18-40:22 - Outro Songs in this Episode: Intro - Wheaton Calling, 14:35 - Pacific 231, 19:19 - Flood of Foreign Capital, 21:52 - 3 Sisters, 23:30 - Dear Hillary, 26:06 - Meccano, Outro - Scissoring Buy On Amazon More info on digmeoutpodcast.com Discuss on Facebook Follow on Twitter

On episode #53 we go back down under thanks to our Australian correspondent Gavin and review the 1993 album Sound As Ever by You Am I. The award-winning three-piece is still going strong today, but we travel back in time to review their debut release. Does the freshman effort show promise? Is it an out of the gate masterpiece? Or an underachieving letdown? Tune in to find out, and then leave us a comment on our website or on our Facebook page. Segments - :00-3:47 - Intro, 3:47-8:45 - History of the Band, 8:45-43:08 - Review, 43:08-44:02 - Outro Songs in this Episode: Intro - Forever and Easy, 12:12 - Coprolalia, 13:57 - Berlin Chair, 17:08 - Adam's Ribs, Jaimme's Got A Gal - 18:46, Ordinary - 24:59, Hidden Bonus Track - 27:39, Trainspottin' - 31:10, You Scare Me - Outro Buy On Amazon More info on digmeoutpodcast.com Discuss on Facebook Follow on Twitter

On episode #52 of Dig Me Out, we review the 1997 album Lula Divinia by Shiner. Lots tags are applied to Shiner - progressive, emo, alternative, angular, math rock, space rock - but all that really matters is the songs. So does Shiner deliver the goods? They've definitely got the musical chops, but is it at the expense of the vocals? Tune in and find out, then leave a comment on the website or chime in on our Facebook page. Segments - 0:00-2:54 - Intro, 2:54-7:50 - History of the Band, 7:50-36:40 - Review, 36:40-37:36 - Outro Songs in this Episode: Intro - Two Black Eyes, 16:46 - Sideways, 18:44 - Jim's Lament, 25:48 - Cake, Outro - Third Gear Scratch Buy On Amazon More info on digmeoutpodcast.com Discuss on Facebook Follow on Twitter

Dig Me Out is back for Season Two, and we return with a good, old-fashioned disagreement. In episode #51 we review the one and only album from Fossil, their 1995 eponymous release. J contends there are too many lame attempts at bad funk, Tim still thinks 'Moon' is one of the best college radio singles of the decade and it somehow devolves into a discussion on the disappointment of Live's post-Throwing Copper releases. Tune in, then leave a comment on our website, or visit our Facebook page to chime in. Segments - :00-5:18 - Intro, 5:18-6:26 - History of the Band, 6:26-42:03 - Review, 42:03-43:03 - Outro Songs in this Episode: Intro - Martyr's Wife, 10:05 - Josephine Baker, 12:20 - Ocean, 17:12 - Tim, 20:43 - Fall, 24:44 - Tethered, 35:58 - Moon, Outro - Thundershower Buy On Amazon More info on digmeoutpodcast.com Discuss on Facebook Follow on Twitter

Season One of Dig Me Out is in the books! For the last episode of 2011, we're taking a look back at our freshman year and picking our top five favorite songs as well as our new album discovery. We've also got plenty of thank you's to dispense to those who made Season One better than we ever expected: Chip Midnight, Neal Schmitt, Keith Jenkins, Gavin R., Chel at I Hate the 90s, Orcen, Norman F., Shawn F., Bill L., Jon S., Scott C., Sondra J. and Gary H., Ruthie Morris of Magnapop and Ben London of Alcohol Funnycar. And lastly, thank you to you, the listener, who made spending a few hours each week recording and editing this podcast worthwhile. With all of the exciting, interesting and unknown albums already booked for the coming year, we can't wait to get started on Season Two in 2012. (Assuming the Mayans weren't right, then we cannot guarantee the quality of the podcast as the world crumbles before our eyes, as depicted in the 2012.) Have a safe and happy New Year! More info on digmeoutpodcast.com Disc

On the penultimate episode of the first season of Dig Me Out, we tackle the 1996 album Secaucus by The Wrens. A sprawling 19-track album presents many challenges - can the band maintain quality from start to finish, while providing enough diversity to avoid getting repetitive? Neither of us were familiar with Secaucus, so how does it fair, and what does it mean when bands like Cursive, The Who, Guided By Voices, Spoon, The Living End, Men At Work and the Pixies all get referenced during the discussion of one album? Tune in to find out, then head over to Facebook to give us your thoughts on this episode. Segments - :00-04:136 - Intro, 04:36-09:33 - History of the Band, 09:33-39:37 - Review, 43:26-44:26 - Outro Songs In This Episode: Intro - Rest Your Head, 11:37 - Yellow Number Three, 13:05 - Rest Your Head, 16:25 - Indie 500, 19:25 - I've Made Enough Friends, 24:46 - Destruction/Dawn, 32:44 - Built In Girls, 35:49 - Dance The Midwest, Outro - Still Complaining Buy On Amazon More info on digmeoutpodcast.co

Beware episode #48, we're getting heavy. Jason wanted to tackle some metal, so we're reviewing the 1991 album Blind from Corrosion of Conformity. Like some sort of robotic transforming thing, there's more than meets the eye, or ear, when it comes to C.O.C. Sometimes the band sounds like the perfect touring companion for Metallica, sometimes for Soundgarden, and sometimes for Suicidal Tendencies. But does it all gel together? Listen and find out, then visit Facebook to leave a comment. Segments - :00-03:42 - Intro, 03:42-07:22 - History of the Band, 07:22-43:08 - Review, 43:08-44:14 - Outro Songs In This Episode: Intro - Great Purification, 08:23 - Buried, 11:50 - Dance of the Dead, 21:54 - Vote with a Bullet, 30:26 - Break the Circle, Outro - Echoes in the Well Buy On Amazon More info on digmeoutpodcast.com Discuss on Facebook Follow on Twitter

On episode #47 we review the 1998 album In/Casino/Out by At The Drive-In. Combine a frantic rhythm section with complex guitars lines and vocal gymnastics, and you've scratched the surface of what makes ATDI special. We spend time on the post-ATDI bands, and debate who wins the Sparta vs. Mars Volta showdown, consider the influences of bands like Rage Against The Machine and Superchunk, and ponder Vince Vaughn's Christmas movie choices. Head on over to Facebook and join the conversation. Segments - :00-02:17 - Intro, 02:17-09:06 - History of the Band, 09:06-39:37 - Review, 39:37-40:10 - Outro Songs In This Episode: Intro - Chanbara, 09:59 - Alpha Centauri, 13:41 - Shaking Hand Incision, 19:14 - Napoleon Solo, 21:32 - For Now... We Toast, 24:10 - Shaking Hand Incision, 25:20 - Hourglass, 28:20 - A Devil Among The Tailors Buy On Amazon More info on digmeoutpodcast.com Discuss on Facebook Follow on Twitter

On episode #46 we review the lone release from The Grays, the 1994 album Ro Sham Bo. When you combine the talents of Jason Falkner and Jon Brion into one band, you'd expect something special. Does Ro Sham Bo deliver? Tune in to find out, and then join the discussion on Facebook. Segments - :00-02:50 - Intro, 02:50-05:33 - History of the Band, 05:33-40:09 - Album Review, 40:09-41:02 - Outro Songs In This Episode: Intro - Not Long For This World, 09:54 - Very Best Years, 13:30 - Both Belong, 18:38 - Friend of Mine, 23:06 - Is It Now Yet Buy On Amazon More info on digmeoutpodcast.com Discuss on Facebook Follow on Twitter

As promised, here's the full interview with Alcohol Funnycar singer/guitarist Ben London. Big thanks to Chip Midnight!

On episode #45, it's back to listener suggestions. This week we tackle the 1995 album Weasels by Alcohol Funnycar. Joining us for this episode is Chip Midnight, and he's got an interview with Alcohol Funnycar's Ben London. In our discussion, we try to determine if AFC's Weasels is the sound of '90s - a little punk, a little grunge, some melody and edginess, but pretty much just rock. Leave us a comment at digmeoutpodcast.com, or stop by our Facebook page to chime in. And with Thanksgiving upon us, we decided to take part in the holiday tradition of overeating by not only giving you an extra large episode, we're giving you a bonus podcast - the unedited interview with Ben available tomorrow. Gobble gobble! Segments - :00-03:53 - Intro, 03:53-08:33 - History of the Band, 08:33-58:25 - Album Review and Interview, 58:25-1:01:27 - Outro Songs In This Episode: Intro - Shoot You Down, 20:30 - Weasels, 26:23 - Kindling, 33:17 - Napoleon, 37:42 - Sunspots, 40:02 - Objects Buy On Amazon More info on digmeoutpodc

One episode #44 we were supposed to be joined by label owner Bill Litfin of the now defunct Glazed Records to review the 1992 Rocket from the Crypt album Circa:Now! Bill couldn't make it, so we're left to our own devices to review what Jason calls the album that defines the sound of RFTC. With bombastic guitars and the distinctive vocals of John Reis, it's hard to pinpoint the influences and origins of RFTC. Voice your opinion on our Facebook page  or Twitter feed.

On episode #43 we review the Matthew Sweet co-produced 1994 album Teenage Symphonies to God by Velvet Crush. Neither of us were familiar with the band before hearing the album, but now we're firmly on board the Velvet Crush train. If you're a fan of '60s pop like The Byrds and Beatles, the '70s power pop of Cheap Trick, Big Star and the Raspberries and '90s alt rockers like Sweet and Teenage Fanclub, you'll want to check out this episode. To comment, visit digmeoutpodcast.com for links to our Facebook page and Twitter feed.

One episode #42 we're back with another listener suggestion - the 1993 album Songs from the Second Storey by The God Machine. This band took a long journey from SoCal to NYC to the UK, and it sounds like it. Hints of Kyuss-like stoner rock meld with British shoegaze and Jane's Addiction psychedelia. But is there too much of a good thing on the longest album we've ever reviewed? Tune in and find out. To comment, visit digmeoutpodcast.com for our Facebook page and Twitter feed.

On episode #41 we review The Mayfield Four's 1998 album Fallout. There's no doubt that lead singer Myles Kennedy, like Matthew Bellamy of Muse or Jimmy Gnecco of Ours, owes a lot to Jeff Buckley. But does he meld the alt.rock sound of The Mayfield Four with Buckley's ethereal tenor? And what's with that Marvin Gaye cover? To comment on this episode, visit digmeoutpodcast.com for links to our Facebook page and Twitter feed.

On episode #40, Tim and J venture into the nebulous world known as Jawbreaker. Are they punk? Are the emo? Are they pre-emo? Are they post-punk? Who knows, but we try to figure that out and give a listen to their 1994 album 24 Hour Revenge Therapy. Visit digmeoutpodcast.com for links to our Facebook page and Twitter feed.

For episode #39, we're joined again by guest Neal Schmitt to review a listener suggestion: Barkmarket's 1993 album Gimmick. It's noisy, loud, abrasive, aggressive, unrelenting and pretty damn good. If you're a fan of later Nine In Nails, the Jesus Lizard, Fugazi, Jawbox or the Deftones, we heard a little of each band in Gimmick. Give a listen and tell us if you agree. Visit digmeoutpodcast.com for links to our Facebook page and Twitter feed.