Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast

Jason and Dee are back with another track-by-track journey through one of the most fascinating releases of the '90s—Alice in Chains’ Jar of Flies!The guys dive into the story behind an EP that almost seemed to happen by accident. The band walked into the studio and, in just 10 days, created a collection of songs that would become one of the most memorable releases of the grunge era.Along the way, Jason and Dee explore the evolution of Alice in Chains, including the arrival of bassist Mike Inez, the chemistry he brought to the band, and the incredible musical talents of Jerry Cantrell and Layne Staley. They also take a look at Layne's increasingly tragic story and the circumstances that would ultimately lead to the end of his life and the band's original era.Then it's time to go song by song—from the haunting melodies and beautiful harmonies to the darker moments that make Jar of Flies such a unique listening experience.And when they've made their way through the entire EP, there's one final question:How does Jar of Flies compare to Guns N’ Roses’ Lies?Two bands. Two EPs. Two very different moments in rock history.Join Jason and Dee as they revisit Jar of Flies, uncover the stories behind the songs, and go down in a hole with a remarkable EP that left a very big mark on '90s rock.

This week on the Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast, Jason and Dee kick off an epic matchup between two legendary releases: Guns N' Roses' Gn'R Lies vs. Alice in Chains' Jar of Flies.This week, we're going track by track through Gn'R Lies and diving headfirst into the wild, unpredictable world of Guns N' Roses. Coming off the monster success of Appetite for Destruction, the band had the nearly impossible task of following up one of the biggest rock albums of the decade. Instead of rushing out a full-length record, they gave us Gn'R Lies—part acoustic appetizer, part live-in-the-studio throwback, and completely Guns N' Roses.Jason and Dee go behind the scenes of the album, explore the stories and craziness surrounding the band, and take a hard look at the controversies surrounding Axl Rose, the lyrics, the band's reputation, and the increasingly chaotic Gn'R machine.Was Lies simply a stopgap before the massive Use Your Illusion albums? Or does this stripped-down collection deserve more credit than it gets?Turn it up, grab your acoustic guitar, and get ready for another Surely You Can't Be Serious album showdown! 🤘🎸Next up: Alice in Chains' Jar of Flies!

Grab your cheap sunglasses, fire up the Eliminator, and get ready to go back to 1983!In memory of the legendary Frank Beard, Jason and Dee take a trip back to one of the most important albums of the MTV era as they re-release their 2023 track-by-track breakdown of ZZ Top’s Eliminator.The guys dive deep into the stories behind the Texas trio, the making of the album, and the songs that transformed ZZ Top from blues-rock favorites into MTV superstars. From the opening notes of “Gimme All Your Lovin’” to “Sharp Dressed Man,” “Legs,” “TV Dinners,” “Got Me Under Pressure,” and beyond, Jason and Dee uncover the stories, characters, videos, production tricks and downright weirdness that made Eliminator such an iconic record.And of course, there’s plenty of love for the man behind the kit — Frank Beard, the one guy in ZZ Top who ironically didn't have the beard! His driving rhythms and unmistakable Texas shuffle helped provide the heartbeat behind some of the greatest rock songs of the 1980s.So grab your cheap sunglasses, hop in that hot rod, slip inside my sleeping bag, and join Jason and Dee for some ZZ Top rock 'n' roll!It's the Eliminator episode — and this one's for Frank. 🤘🕶️ZZ Top Official Website

The race is on! 🏎️💨Jason and Dee continue their showdown between two of the greatest action movies of all time: 1991’s Point Break vs. 2001’s The Fast and the Furious. After breaking down Point Break in Part One, the guys shift gears and put the pedal to the metal with the movie that turned street racing into a worldwide phenomenon.In Part Two, Jason and Dee take a closer look at the cast of The Fast and the Furious. From Paul Walker and Vin Diesel to Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster, and the unforgettable supporting players, they dig into the casting choices, the chemistry, the characters—and some of the fascinating “what if” possibilities that could have changed the movie completely.Then it’s time for the trivia! The guys fire off some surprising behind-the-scenes nuggets, production stories and fun facts about the movie that helped launch one of Hollywood's biggest franchises.And finally… the moment we’ve been waiting for.POINT BREAK vs. THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS.Which movie has the better cast? The better action? The better bromance? The better soundtrack? And most importantly… which one is actually the better movie?Jason and Dee make their case and deliver the final verdict in this ultimate battle of surf, turf, cars, cops, criminals and questionable undercover disguises.So buckle up, hang on, and whatever you do… don't drive like you do on the freeway!

Surf’s up, dude… and apparently so are the engines! 🏄‍♂️🏎️Jason and Dee are putting two of the greatest adrenaline-fueled action movies of all time head-to-head: 1991’s Point Break vs. 2001’s The Fast and the Furious. And while one is about bank-robbing surfers and the other is about undercover cops and street racers, the similarities are impossible to ignore.In Part One, the guys go back to the beginning and explore the origins of both movies before diving deep into Point Break. How did a movie about surfing, skydiving and presidential-mask-wearing bank robbers come together? How did Keanu Reeves land the role of Johnny Utah? Why was Patrick Swayze the perfect choice for Bodhi? And what about all the fascinating “what if” casting possibilities that could have completely changed the movie?Jason and Dee break down the cast, the characters, the behind-the-scenes stories and the choices that helped make Point Break a bonafide action classic.And if you think you know where this is headed… wait until Part Two, when the guys take on The Fast and the Furiousand finally decide which movie rules the road—or the waves!Point Break vs. The Fast and the Furious — Part One.Adrenaline. Action. Absurdly good hair. Let’s get wet.