Leitmotif And Movement: A Father & Son Journey Through Rock, Metal, & Music History

Welcome to the rock history class you actually want to take! In this installment, Michael and his dad are navigating the transition from the controversial birth of a 90s cornerstone to a 60s anthem that redefined the protest song.We kick things off with The Art of Discovery, our mission to find your next musical obsession. This week, we’re featuring three powerful independent acts: the crushing, blackened doom and raw atmosphere of Funeral Language, the melodic, post-hardcore-infused alternative rock of DARIA, and the icy, symphonic black metal precision of Darkest of Winter.Next, we dive into our main topic: Stone Temple Pilots’ 1992 powerhouse debut, Core. At the time of its release, the band was famously voted "Best New Band" by fans and "Worst New Band" by critics in the same magazine. We break down why this album was so polarizing, the dark stories behind tracks like "Plush" and "Sex Type Thing," and how the late Scott Weiland and the DeLeo brothers created a record that has stood the test of time for over 30 years.Finally, we head into Michael's Journey to discuss Buffalo Springfield’s 1966 classic, "For What It's Worth." While often mistaken for a Vietnam War protest, we uncover the true story of the Sunset Strip curfew riots that inspired Stephen Stills to write this legendary anthem. We break down that iconic "alarm bell" harmonic and why its message of social tension remains just as relevant today.And before we go, find out which surprise full album and song Michael has to study for the next episode! Press play to join the journey from the grunge-soaked 90s to the revolutionary 60s! (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?(00:10:22) - The Art of Discovery(00:10:49) - Funeral Language (feat. Geoff Halbherr) "Off Script)(00:14:14) - Daria "A Smile, An Oasis"(00:18:47) - Darkest Of Winter "III"(00:24:17) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Stone Temple Pilots' 1992 debut, "Core"(00:57:00) - Question for the Audience(00:57:11) - Can't Wait(01:00:24) - Michael's Journey: Discussing Buffalo Springfield's "For What It's Worth"(01:07:34) - On the Next Episode(01:08:16) - Contact Info/Outro THE ART OF DISCOVERY:·      Funeral Language (feat. Geoff Halbherr) – “Off Script” (From the EP: Cirque)·      DARIA – “A Smile, An Oasis” (From the album: Fall Not)·      Darkest Of Winter – “III” (From their album: The Composer: Chapter II) OTHER BAND MENTIONS:·      Sevendust·      Karnivool·      The Used·      Hällas·      The Hirsch Effekt·      Puscifer·      Silversun Pickups·      Story Of The Year·      Sylosis·      ERRA·      Therapy?·      Green Carnation·      Dir En Grey·      Look Outside Your Window·      Evergrey CONNECT WITH & SUPPORT USConnect With Us & Follow the Show: [https://tinyurl.com/yt48wp3z]We are part of the SPDM Crew Network!Leave a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify!Want to be featured on The Art of Discovery? Send us a message! Recorded on 02/07/2026 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the rock history class you actually want to take! In this installment, Michael and his dad are exploring the monumental shift from the shadows of Black Sabbath to the birth of a heavy metal icon, before cooling off with a quintessential slice of 90s alternative.We kick things off with The Art of Discovery, our mission to find your next musical obsession. This week, we’re featuring three powerful independent acts: the atmospheric depth and heavy, progressive layers of Thræds, the epic, high-fantasy scale of power metal outfit Chronosynthesis, and the high-energy, infectious metal drive of Vibrant.Next, we dive into our main topic: Dio’s legendary 1983 debut, Holy Diver. This isn't just an album; it’s a declaration of independence. We break down Ronnie James Dio’s transition from band member to solo powerhouse, the mystery behind the iconic album art, and how he turned a synthesizer riff he almost threw away into one of the most famous anthems in metal history.Finally, we head into Michael's Journey to discuss Toad the Wet Sprocket’s 1991 hit, "All I Want." We look past the quirky Monty Python-inspired band name to explore the track's melodic brilliance and the existential longing hidden beneath its catchy, acoustic-driven surface.And before we go, find out which surprise full album and song Michael has to study for the next episode! Press play to join the journey from the dungeons of metal to the heights of 90s alt-rock! (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?(00:09:52) - The Art of Discovery(00:10:18) - Thraeds "Story in Reverse"(00:18:47) - Chronosynthesis "Wrath of God"(00:24:47) - Vibrant "Time Traders"(00:29:09) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Dio's 1983 debut, "Holy Diver"(01:02:59) - Question for the Audience(01:03:10) - Can't Wait(01:06:14) - Michael's Journey: Discussing Toad The Wet Sprocket's "All I Want"(01:10:14) - On the Next Episode(01:10:26) - Contact Info/Outro THE ART OF DISCOVERY:·      Thræds – “Story in Reverse” (From the album: Impermanence)·      Chronosynthesis – “Wrath of God” (From the album: Echoes of the Forlon Tales)·      Vibrant – “Time Traders” OTHER BAND MENTIONS:·      Green Day·      Soundgarden·      Opeth·      Buckethead·      Soen·      My Ruin·      Megadeth·      Pelican·      Textures·      Hällas·      The Hirsch Effekt·      Karnivool·      Puscifer·      Silversun Pickups·      Lamb of God·      Black Label Society·      Einar Solberg·      Sevendust·      The Contortionist CONNECT WITH & SUPPORT USConnect With Us & Follow the Show: [https://tinyurl.com/yt48wp3z]We are part of the SPDM Crew Network!Leave a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify!Want to be featured on The Art of Discovery? Send us a message! Recorded on 01/24/2026 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the rock history class you actually want to take! In this installment, Michael and his dad are charting a course from the underground metal scene to the landmark sounds of the early 2000s and back to the foundations of soul.We kick things off with The Art of Discovery, our mission to find your next musical obsession. This week, we’re featuring three powerful independent acts: the atmospheric black metal of Ashbringer, the progressive stoner-doom weight of Puerto Rico’s Moths, and the intricate, Barcelona-based progressive metal of Permyon.Next, we dive into our main topic: Finch’s 2002 powerhouse debut, What It Is To Burn. This record was a defining moment for the post-hardcore explosion. We thoroughly explore this visceral, gutwrenching album track by track.Finally, we head into Michael's Journey to discuss The Impressions’ 1963 classic, "It's All Right." Written by the iconic Curtis Mayfield, this track is the essence of "Chicago Soul." We break down the smooth gospel harmonies and its uplifting and powerful message.And before we go, find out which surprise full album and song Michael has to study for the next episode!Press play to join the journey from the underground to the heart of soul! ·      (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?·      (00:06:08) - The Art of Discovery·      (00:06:35) - Ashbringer "Vessels"·      (00:12:00) - Moths "Pride"·      (00:17:15) - Permyon "Minstrel of Wasteland"·      (00:26:04) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Finch's 2002 debut, "What It Is To Burn"·      (01:07:03) - Question for the Audience·      (01:07:15) - Can't Wait·      (01:08:21) - Michael's Journey: Discussing The Impressions' "It's All Right"·      (01:11:42) - On the Next Episode·      (01:11:56) - Contact Info/Outro THE ART OF DISCOVERY:·      Ashbringer – “Vessels” (From the album: Subglacial)·      Moths – “Pride” (From the album: Septem)·      Permyon – “Minstrel of Wasteland” (From the EP: Permyon) OTHER BAND MENTIONS:·      Linkin Park·      Incubus·      Alter Bridge·      Buckethead·      Sloen·      Soen·      Megadeth·      Pelican·      Textures·      The Ocean CONNECT WITH & SUPPORT USConnect With Us & Follow the Show: [https://tinyurl.com/yt48wp3z]We are part of the SPDM Crew Network!Leave a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify!Want to be featured on The Art of Discovery? Send us a message! Recorded on 01/11/2026 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the rock history class you actually want to take!In this installment, Michael and his dad are bridging the gap between the golden era of New Wave pop and the groundbreaking world of video game composition.First, we tackle our main topic: the legendary Final Fantasy IV Original Soundtrack. Composed by the "John Williams of Japanese gaming," Nobuo Uematsu, this score represents a massive technical leap for the genre. We discuss the "excruciating" nights the sound team spent in sleeping bags to get this project finished and how Uematsu used the new power of the SNES to create character themes that still resonate with fans over 30 years later.Then, we swap the controllers for a leather jacket as we dive into Michael's Journey. This week, Michael explores Adam Ant’s solo debut smash, "Goody Two Shoes." We break down the satire behind the famous "Don't drink, don't smoke" hook and look at how Adam Ant successfully reinvented his entire sound with a high-energy, brass-heavy swing.Finally, we continue our mission to find your next favorite artist in the Art of Discovery. This episode features the independent sounds of Against I, Octavium, and March Of Scylla.And before we go, find out which surprise full album and song Michael has to study for the next episode!Press play to join the journey from the dance floor to the moon! ·      (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?·      (00:09:29) - The Art of Discovery·      (00:09:59) - Against I "Darkness Within"·      (00:15:02) - Octavium "Peaceful Empire"·      (00:20:20) - March Of Scylla "Ulysses' Lies"·      (00:26:14) - Main Topic: Breaking Down the Soundtrack to the 1991 video game Final Fantasy IV as Composed by Nobuo Uematsu·      (01:19:31) - Question for the Audience·      (01:20:00) - Can't Wait·      (01:20:50) - Listener Feedback·      (01:21:47) - Michael's Journey: Discussing Adam Ant's "Goody Two Shoes"·      (01:25:21) - On the Next Episode·      (01:25:49) - Contact Info/Outro THE ART OF DISCOVERY:·      Against I – “Darkness Within”·      Octavium – “Peaceful Empire”·      March Of Scylla – “Ulysses’ Lies” (From the album: Andromeda) OTHER BAND MENTIONS:·      Coheed and Cambria·      Opeth·      Foo Fighters·      AC/DC·      Periphery·      Babymetal·      The Winery Dogs·      Journey·      Alter Bridge CONNECT WITH & SUPPORT USConnect With Us & Follow the Show: [https://tinyurl.com/yt48wp3z]We are part of the SPDM Crew Network!Leave a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify!Want to be featured on The Art of Discovery? Send us a message! Recorded on 12/30/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

CONTENT ADVISORY: This episode's main discussion (Top 5 Records of 2025) includes an analysis of an album with sensitive subject matter, including mental health crises, panic disorders, sleep deprivation, and suicide. Listener discretion is strongly advised.Welcome to the rock history class you actually want to take!The year is done, but the music lives on! Join Michael and his dad for our annual deep dive as we reveal the albums that dominated our playlists and defined 2025 in the world of heavy music. We're running down our personal Top 5 Records of the Year, talking the biggest surprises, and discussing what these albums mean for the future of the metal scene.We also bring back the best of the independent spirit with our 2025 Best of The Art of Discovery segment, featuring 5 electrifying killer tracks from Caustic Waves, Bragging Rights, Am I In Trouble?, meanue, and Megg Jacobs. Finally, we take a detour from the mosh pit to the dance floor as Michael explores the history and infectious synth-pop groove of Whitney Houston's "How Will I Know" in Michael's Journey.And before we go, find out which surprise full album and song Michael has to study for the next episode!Press play to discover your new favorite record and celebrate the best music of 2025! ·      (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?·      (00:18:21) - The Art of Discovery·      (00:19:04) - Caustic Waves "Neon Claws"·      (00:24:23) - Bragging Rights "Quake"·      (00:28:28) - Am I In Trouble? "White"·      (00:35:25) - meanue "Anthropocene"·      (00:42:21) - Megg Jacobs "Break the Mirror"·      (00:46:40) - Main Topic: Top 5 Records of 2025·      (01:18:44) - Question for the Audience·      (01:19:07) - Can't Wait·      (01:22:42) - Michael's Journey: Discussing Whitney Houston's "How Will I Know"·      (01:27:17) - On the Next Episode·      (01:27:28) - Contact Info/Outro THE ART OF DISCOVERY:·      Caustic Waves - “Neon Claws” (From the album: Echoes)·      Bragging Rights - “Quake” (From the album: Carpe Jugulum)·      Am I In Trouble? - "White" (From the album: Spectrum)·      meanue - “Anthropocene” (From the EP: The Divine, Evolution, Extinction And Other Modern Prophecies, Vol. 2)·      Megg Jacobs - “Break the Mirror” OTHER BAND MENTIONS:·      The Tea Club·      Lynch Mob·      Dyssidia·      Nine Inch Nails·      Trivium·      Northlane·      Persefone·      Tesseract·      Earthside·      Rivers Of Nihil·      Coheed and Cambria·      Dream Theater·      An Abstract Illusion·      The Reticent·      Spiritbox·      Between The Buried And Me·      Killswitch Engage·      Deftones·      Cea Serin·      Allegaeon·      Jinjer CONNECT WITH & SUPPORT USConnect With Us & Follow the Show: [https://tinyurl.com/yt48wp3z]We are part of the SPDM Crew Network!Leave a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify!Want to be featured on The Art of Discovery? Send us a message! Recorded on 12/14/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

CONTENT ADVISORY: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including mental health crises, panic disorders, sleep deprivation, and suicide, related to the subject matter of The Reticent's album “please". Listener discretion is advised.Welcome to the rock history class you actually want to take!Join the father and son duo as we unpack the deeply personal and intense new album from The Reticent, please. We'll give you the album's backstory and a detailed track-by-track breakdown of this powerful, heavy release.Next, we dive into Michael's Journey by dissecting the unforgettable 80s dance-rock hit, "Need You Tonight" by INXS!Plus, we shine a light on three fantastic bands that deserve more attention in our essential segment, The Art of Discovery, featuring Flood In Belief, FREKVENT, and Maudits.And before we go, find out what surprise song and albums Michael has to study for the next episode's Top 5 Albums of 2025 Special! ·      (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?·      (00:04:40) - The Art of Discovery·      (00:05:05) - Flood In Belief "Flood in Belief"·      (00:13:26) - Frekvent "The Garden of Delusion"·      (00:23:36) - Maudits "Fall Over"·      (00:32:49) - Main Topic: Breaking Down The Reticent's Brand New Release, "please"·      (01:10:45) - Question for the Audience·      (01:10:55) - Can't Wait·      (01:12:18) - Michael's Journey: Discussing INXS' "Need You Tonight"·      (01:17:35) - On the Next Episode·      (01:17:54) - Contact Info/Outro THE ART OF DISCOVERY:·      Flood In Belief “Flood in Belief” (From the album: Senseless)·      FREKVENT - “The Garden of Delusion” (From the album: In Hubris)·      Maudits - "Fall Over" (From the album: In Situ) OTHER BAND MENTIONS:·      Between The Buried and Me·      Spock’s Beard·      Persefone·      Tesseract CONNECT WITH & SUPPORT USConnect With Us & Follow the Show: [https://tinyurl.com/yt48wp3z]We are part of the SPDM Crew Network!Leave a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify!Want to be featured on The Art of Discovery? Send us a message! Recorded on 11/30/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the rock history class you actually want to take!Join the father and son duo as we unpack the raw, electrifying debut of Aerosmith, their self-titled 1973 record. We'll give you the band's origin story and a detailed track-by-track breakdown of the album that launched America's greatest rock and roll band.Next, we dive into Michael's Journey by dissecting the unforgettable 60s Motown classic, The Marvelettes' "Please Mr. Postman!"Plus, we shine a light on three fantastic bands that deserve more attention in our essential segment, The Art of Discovery.And before we go, find out which surprise full album and song Michael has to study for the next episode! ·      (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?·      (00:08:18) - The Art of Discovery·      (00:08:43) - Wrath Upon Eden "The Wake of Tragedy"·      (00:14:40) - Voidpiercer "Constellation"·      (00:19:35) - The Sleeper "Your Departure"·      (00:24:48) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Aerosmith's 1973 debut, "Aerosmith"·      (00:50:11) - Question for the Audience·      (00:50:22) - Can't Wait·      (00:51:56) - Michael's Journey: Discussing The Marvelettes' "Please Mr. Postman"·      (00:58:12) - On the Next Episode·      (00:58:49) - Contact Info/Outro THE ART OF DISCOVERY:·      Wrath Upon Eden “The Wake of Tragedy” (From the album: The Wake of Tragedy)·      Voidpiercer - “Constellation”·      The Sleeper - "Your Departure" (From the album: Veil) OTHER BAND MENTIONS:·      Linkin Park·      Caligula’s Horse·      Maudits·      Northlane·      The Reticent·      Of Mice & Men·      The Devil Wears Prada CONNECT WITH & SUPPORT USConnect With Us & Follow the Show: [https://tinyurl.com/yt48wp3z]We are part of the SPDM Crew Network!Leave a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify!Want to be featured on The Art of Discovery? Send us a message! Recorded on 11/16/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[BONUS EPISODE] ADVANCE REVIEW! Dive headfirst into the crushing new sound of Bragging Rights' upcoming record, Carpe Jugulum. We were given an early listen to this sludge infused progressive death metal release and are delivering our brutal, in-depth review right now. Discover your next favorite heavy act and find out if this record truly seizes the throat of the underground metal landscape!Featured Album: Carpe Jugulum Artist: Bragging Rights (Sludge Infused Progressive Death Metal)Support the Band and Purchase the Music: https://braggingrights2022.bandcamp.com/HUGE thanks to Bragging Rights for giving us the early listen!CONNECT WITH LEITMOTIF AND MOVEMENTAll Links: Find us everywhere (subscribe, follow, like) at: leitmotifandmovement.com/bioWe are proud members of the SPDM Crew Network of podcasts!Support the Show: Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!The Art of Discovery: Are you in a band? Send us a message! We'd love to check you out and give you a shout-out on the show!Recorded on 11/8/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the rock history class you actually want to take!Join the father and son duo as we unpack the monumental debut of A Perfect Circle, 'Mer de Noms.' We'll give you the album's backstory and a detailed track-by-track breakdown of the 2000 masterpiece.Next, we dive into Michael's Journey by dissecting the unforgettable 80s pop of Mr. Mister's 'Broken Wings!'Plus, we shine a light on three fantastic bands that deserve more attention in our essential segment, The Art of Discovery.And before we go, find out which surprise full album and song Michael has to study for the next episode! ·      (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?·      (00:12:33) - The Art of Discovery·      (00:13:05) - Now I've Done It "Dilly-Dally"·      (00:18:49) - Bragging Rights "Carpe Jugulum"·      (00:23:55) - An Abstract Illusion "Frost Flower"·      (00:33:31) - Main Topic: A Perfect Circle Mer de Noms Breakdown·      (01:16:52) - Question for the Audience·      (01:17:02) - Can't Wait·      (01:18:29) - Michael's Journey: Mr. Mister's "Broken Wings"·      (01:22:01) - On the Next Episode·      (01:22:11) - Contact Info/Outro THE ART OF DISCOVERY:·      Now I’ve Done It - “Dilly-Dally” (From the album: An Ill Guest)·      Bragging Rights - “Carpe Jugulum” (From the forthcoming album: Carpe Jugulum)·      An Abstract Illusion - "Frost Flower" (From the album: The Sleeping City) OTHER BAND MENTIONS:·      Linkin Park·      Galactic Empire·      Leprous·      Pyschonaut·      Soulfly·      The Acacia Strain·      Archaeologist·      Mammoth·      Avatar·      Frontierer·      Chimaira CONNECT WITH & SUPPORT USConnect With Us & Follow the Show: [https://tinyurl.com/yt48wp3z]We are part of the SPDM Crew Network!Leave a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify!Want to be featured on The Art of Discovery? Send us a message! Recorded on 11/1/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we're diving deep into the dark, masterful sound of Alice In Chains’ 1992 grunge masterpiece, Dirt! We break down why this album remains a heavy music benchmark.Plus: We pay tribute to the late Limp Bizkit bassist, Sam Rivers, and honor the enduring legacy of Kiss's Spaceman, Ace Frehley.In The Art of Discovery, we shine a spotlight on three fantastic and underappreciated bands you need to hear!Finally, we tackle the rock 'n' roll foundation of Elvis Presley's 'All Shook Up' as part of Michael's Journey, and the plot thickens: Michael receives his next mysterious assignment!Don't miss our ultimate breakdown of Dirt, essential new discoveries, the next steps in Michael's musical quest, and more!(00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening To?(00:07:43) - RIP Ace Frehley & Sam Rivers(00:08:51) - The Art of Discovery(00:09:17) - The Sleeper Service "Answer and Apophthegm"(00:17:52) - Sungoose "Stone Cold Walls"(00:24:07) - The Reticent "The Concealment (Those Who Don't Want to Wake)"(00:31:44) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Alice In Chains' "Dirt"(01:04:58) - Can't Wait(01:08:59) - Michael's Journey: Elvis Presley's "All Shook Up"(01:13:23) - On the Next Episode/OutroTHE ART OF DISCOVERY:“Answer and Apophthegm”Performed by The Sleeper ServiceFrom the album: Canvas “Stone Cold Walls”Performed by SungooseFrom the “Reach Out” EP "The Concealment (Those Who Don’t Want to Wake)"Performed by The ReticentFrom the forthcoming album: PleasePlease Pre-Order OTHER BAND MENTIONS:Arch EnemyJohn 5Sammy Hagar and the Best of All Worlds BandEarshotA Sense of PurposeAn Abstract IllusionAce FrehleyLimp BizkitCONNECT WITH & SUPPORT USConnect With Us & Follow the Show: https://tinyurl.com/yt48wp3zWe are part of the SPDM Crew Network!Leave a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify!Want to be featured on The Art of Discovery? Send us a message!Recorded on 10/19/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're breaking down Pantera’s 1992 release, “Vulgar Display of Power”! We also feature our regular segments including The Art of Discovery. Plus we discuss The Contours’ “Do You Love Me” and Michael receives his next assignment! Songs featured in The Art of Discovery: “Every Breath A Thorn”Performed by Mind:FieldFrom the album: An Atonement For ExistenceComposed by: Marcel Ulbrichhttps://mindfieldband.bandcamp.com/ “I Hear the Unspeakable”Performed by AramisFrom the album: TerralithComposed by: Nik Hayeshttps://aramismetal.bandcamp.com/ "The Beauty (of Caducity)"Performed by On Stranger TidesComposed by: On Stranger TidesLyrics by: Philipp Hirschhttps://onstrangertides.bandcamp.com/ (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?(00:07:06) - Hulu's Into the Void Documentary Series(00:11:40) - The Art of Discovery(00:12:13) - Mind:Field "Every Breath A Thorn"(00:18:36) - Aramis "I Hear the Unspeakable"(00:24:45) - On Stranger Tides "The Beauty (of Caducity)"(00:30:20) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Pantera's 1992 release, "Vulgar Display of Power"(00:59:41) - Question for the Audience(00:59:52) - Can't Wait(01:01:02) - Michael's Journey: Discussing The Contours' "Do You Love Me"(01:05:17) - On the Next Episode(01:05:25) - Contact Info/Outro Other Band Mentions:Amorphishttps://amorphis.net/Elderhttps://beholdtheelder.com/AFIhttps://afireinside.net/Thricehttps://thrice.net/Coheed and Cambriahttps://www.coheedandcambria.com/ A complete list of how to contact, follow, like, and subscribe to us can be found at: leitmotifandmovement.com/bio  Can’t find us on your chosen platform? Shoot us a message and let us know! We are a part of the SPDM Crew Network of podcasts! Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! This helps us to be found in the algorithm. Like, subscribe, and leave a comment on YouTube! Make them good, and we’ll read them on the air! Are you in a band, and you’d like for us to check you out and possibly drop a recommendation on the show? Shoot us a message! We’d love to check you out and give you a shout! Recorded on 10/05/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We got an early chance to check out the new record from Caustic Waves, "Echoes", and we're providing our thoughts on it! Purchase music from Caustic Waves at:https://causticwaves.bandcamp.com/ HUGE thanks to Caustic Waves for giving us the early listen! All music written and performed by Neil Thomas. Special thanks to Neil for giving us approval to play clips of each song on the show! A complete list of how to contact, follow, like, and subscribe to us can be found at: leitmotifandmovement.com/bio Can’t find us on your chosen platform? Shoot us a message and let us know! We are a part of the SPDM Crew Network of podcasts! Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! This helps us to be found in the algorithm.  Like, subscribe, and leave a comment on YouTube! Make them good, and we’ll read them on the air! Are you in a band, and you’d like for us to check you out and possibly drop a recommendation on the show? Shoot us a message! We’d love to check you out and give you a shout! Recorded on 09/28/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're breaking down Faith No More’s 1989 release, “The Real Thing”! We also feature our regular segments including The Art of Discovery. Plus we discuss Martha and the Vandellas’ “Dancing in the Street” and Michael receives his next assignment! Songs featured in The Art of Discovery: “Made Manifest”Performed by OvertounFrom the album: This Darkness Feels AliveComposed by: Overtoun “Dark Forest”Performed by Innocence LostFrom the album: OblivionComposed by: Aloysio Ventura "Taste of Sorrow"Performed by Rogue AwakeningComposed by: Zakk Virdee, James Morgan, Ollie Day, Tom Corrigan, Kimberley VoiceLyrics by: Kimberley Voice (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?(00:13:35) - The Art of Discovery(00:14:04) - Overtoun "Made Manifest"(00:19:06) - Innocence Lost "Dark Forest"(00:26:06) - Rogue Awakening "Taste of Sorrow"(00:30:46) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Faith No More's 1989 release, "The Real Thing"(00:56:44) - Question for the Audience(00:57:07) - Can't Wait(00:59:55) - Listener Feedback(01:00:29) - Michael's Journey: Discussing Martha and the Vandellas' "Dancing in the Street"(01:03:30) - On the Next Episode(01:03:40) - Contact Info/Outro A complete list of how to contact, follow, like, and subscribe to us can be found at: leitmotifandmovement.com/bio  Can’t find us on your chosen platform? Shoot us a message and let us know! We are a part of the SPDM Crew Network of podcasts! Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! This helps us to be found in the algorithm. Like, subscribe, and leave a comment on YouTube! Make them good, and we’ll read them on the air! Are you in a band, and you’d like for us to check you out and possibly drop a recommendation on the show? Shoot us a message! We’d love to check you out and give you a shout! Recorded on 09/19/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're breaking down Deftones’ new release, “private music”! We also feature our regular segments including The Art of Discovery. Plus we discuss Dexys Midnight Runners’ “Come On Eileen” and Michael receives his next assignment! Songs featured in The Art of Discovery: “Cherry Violence”Performed by New GhostFrom the album: A Dagger in Every TideComposed by: Tarin Ali, Nic Bowden, Gareth Hughes, Ellie Richards, Joe Richards, Chris Anderson, James Borrowdale "Hemophage"Performed by BlakwerkFrom the album: Echo ImmortalisComposed by: Blakwerk "Coffin"Performed by Buried WithinFrom the “The Devil Came Knocking” EPComposed by: Harrison Ashlock, Luke Lytle, Nathaniel Bray, Ryder Robertson, Jackson MelquistLyrics by: Harrison Ashlock(00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?(00:06:53) - The Art of Discovery(00:07:16) - New Ghost "Cherry Violence"(00:14:52) - Blakwerk "Hemophage"(00:20:47) - Buried Within "Coffin"(00:26:50) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Deftones' new release, "private music"(00:53:57) - Question for the Audience(00:54:13) - Can't Wait(00:56:04) - Michael's Journey: Discussing Dexys Midnight Runners' "Come On Eileen"(00:59:20) - On the Next Episode(00:59:35) - Contact Info/Outro A complete list of how to contact, follow, like, and subscribe to us can be found at: leitmotifandmovement.com/bio  Can’t find us on your chosen platform? Shoot us a message and let us know! We are a part of the SPDM Crew Network of podcasts! Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! This helps us to be found in the algorithm. Like, subscribe, and leave a comment on YouTube! Make them good, and we’ll read them on the air! Are you in a band, and you’d like for us to check you out and possibly drop a recommendation on the show? Shoot us a message! We’d love to check you out and give you a shout! Recorded on 09/06/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're celebrating our one year anniversary by revisiting Michael’s Top 5 Records of All time and revisiting a few records to see if his feeling about them has changed! We have some fun statistics about the last year, talk a bit about our history with music, the impetus for this show, and what the future of the show may hold. We also feature our regular segments including The Art of Discovery. Plus we discuss Billy Ocean’s “Get Outta My Dreams, Get into My Car” and Michael receives his next assignment! Songs featured in The Art of Discovery: “Absence of Sound”Performed by VISVAFrom the “Some Riffs I Wrote” EPComposed by: Matias Kuosmanen, Leo Laitinen, Linda Saunanoja, Olavi RantapuuLyrics by: Linda Saunanoja "Ghost in the Veins"Performed by Scythe Of SorrowComposed by: Piotr KrysiakLyrics by: Piotr Kyrsiak "Returnal"Performed by UnfathomedFrom the “Red Cast Sky” EPComposed by: Daniel Talvitie, Paul Gutierrez, George Kobty, Tyler TalvitieLyrics by: George Kobty, Daniel Talvitie (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?(00:08:27) - The Art of Discovery(00:08:55) - VISVA "Absence of Sound"(00:13:28) - Scythe of Sorrow "Ghost in the Veins"(00:18:49) - Unfathomed "Returnal"(00:24:45) - Main Topic: Celebrating Our 1 Year Anniversary!(01:15:21) - Question for the Audience(01:15:32) - Can't Wait(01:18:59) - Michael's Journey: Discussing Billy Ocean's "Get Outta My Dreams, Get into My Car"(01:22:41) - On the Next Episode(01:23:53) - Contact Info/Outro A complete list of how to contact, follow, like, and subscribe to us can be found at: leitmotifandmovement.com/bio  Can’t find us on your chosen platform? Shoot us a message and let us know! We are a part of the SPDM Crew Network of podcasts! Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! This helps us to be found in the algorithm. Like, subscribe, and leave a comment on YouTube! Make them good, and we’ll read them on the air! Are you in a band, and you’d like for us to check you out and possibly drop a recommendation on the show? Shoot us a message! We’d love to check you out and give you a shout! Recorded on 08/23/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're breaking down Ozzy Osbourne’s 1980 debut solo release, “Blizzard of Ozz”! We also feature our regular segments including The Art of Discovery. Plus we discuss Simple Minds’ “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” and Michael receives his next assignment! Songs featured in The Art of Discovery: “Shatter the Visage”Performed by Mother Of GravesFrom the album: “The Periapt of Absence”Composed by: Mother Of Graves "All I Need"Performed by Eve After FallFrom the album: “Endless Trip”Composed by: Anastasia Radaeva & Aleksey SokolenkoLyrics by: Anastasia Radaeva & Aleksey Sokolenko "Not the Same"Performed by HauntFrom the forthcoming album: “Ignite”Composed by: Trevor ChurchLyrics by: Trevor Church (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?(00:05:50) - The Art of Discovery(00:06:17) - Mother of Graves "Shatter the Visage"(00:13:18) - Eve After Fall "All I Need"(00:20:58) - Haunt "Not the Same"(00:25:38) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Ozzy Osbourne's 1980 debut solo release, "Blizzard of Ozz"(00:52:35) - Question for the Audience(00:53:17) - Can't Wait(00:54:28) - Listener Feedback(00:54:55) - Michael's Journey: Discussing Simple Minds' "Don't You (Forget About Me)"(00:58:01) - On the Next Episode(00:59:56) - Contact Info/Outro A complete list of how to contact, follow, like, and subscribe to us can be found at: leitmotifandmovement.com/bio  Can’t find us on your chosen platform? Shoot us a message and let us know! We are a part of the SPDM Crew Network of podcasts! Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! This helps us to be found in the algorithm. Like, subscribe, and leave a comment on YouTube! Make them good, and we’ll read them on the air! Are you in a band, and you’d like for us to check you out and possibly drop a recommendation on the show? Shoot us a message! We’d love to check you out and give you a shout! Recorded on 08/10/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're breaking down Black Sabbath’s second 1970 release, “Paranoid”!  We also take a moment to remember Ozzy Osbourne.  All of our regular segments are here as well, including The Art of Discovery.  Plus we discuss Ben E. King’s “Stand by Me” and Michael receives his next assignment! Songs featured in The Art of Discovery: "Atonement Part II: Victim Machine"Performed by Mind:FieldComposed by:  Marcel UlbrichLyrics by:  Marcel Ulbrich "Burning"Performed by Coma RossiFrom the album:  “Void”Composed by:  Gaurav GovilkarLyrics by:  Gaurav Govilkar "Wraith"Performed by EnthronementFrom the “A World Not Made for Us” EPComposed by:  Sarah Peterson, Joseph Rodriguez, Cory Brunnemann, Alexandro CortezLyrics by:  Sarah Peterson (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to This Week?(00:05:33) - Remembering Ozzy Osbourne(00:10:12) - The Art of Discovery(00:10:48) - Mind:Field “Atonement Part II: Victim Machine”(00:16:29) - Coma Rossi "Burning"(00:21:47) - Enthronement "Wraith"(00:26:50) - Main Topic:  Breaking Down Black Sabbath's Second 1970 Release, "Paranoid"(00:57:08) - Question for the Audience(00:57:20) - Can't Wait(00:59:46) - Michael's Journey:  Discussing Ben E. King's "Stand By Me"(01:03:26) - On the Next Episode(01:03:54) - Contact Info/Outro A complete list of how to contact, follow, like, and subscribe to us can be found at: leitmotifandmovement.com/bio  Can’t find us on your chosen platform?  Shoot us a message and let us know! We are a part of the SPDM Crew Network of podcasts! Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!  This helps us to be found in the algorithm. Like, subscribe, and leave a comment on YouTube!  Make them good, and we’ll read them on the air! Are you in a band, and you’d like for us to check you out and possibly drop a recommendation on the show?  Shoot us a message!  We’d love to check you out and give you a shout! Recorded on 07/26/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're breaking down Killswitch Engage’s 2002 release, “Alive or Just Breathing”! We also feature our regular segments including The Art of Discovery. Plus we discuss Richard Marx’s “Should’ve Known Better” and Michael receives his next assignment! Songs featured in The Art of Discovery: "Bloodlines"Performed by The Lucidia ProjectFrom “The Twilight Affliction” EPComposed by: Garrett Caroll, Daniel Williams, Benjamin Jacobs, Chase BaldwinLyrics by: Chase Baldwin "Mazebound"Performed by LAMIRAComposed by: Jasper Roelofsen, Theo MatthaiosLyrics by: Jasper Roelofsen "Departer"Performed by Obscure AnimalsFrom the album: “The Dismissive Acknowledgement of A Mutual Existence”Composed by: David Menendez, JR Kaufman, Patrick Shea, Jesse BlankenshipLyrics by: JR Kaufman (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to This Week?(00:07:04) - The Art of Discovery(00:07:19) - The Lucidia Project "Bloodlines"(00:12:08) - Lamira "Mazebound"(00:16:46) - Obscure Animals "Departer"(00:21:38) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Killswitch Engage's 2002 release, "Alive or Just Breathing"(00:55:12) - Question for the Audience(00:55:38) - Can't Wait(00:57:19) - Listener Feedback(00:58:11) - Michael's Journey: Discussing Richard Marx's "Should've Known Better"(01:01:37) - On the Next Episode(01:01:57) - Contact Info/Outro A complete list of how to contact, follow, like, and subscribe to us can be found at: leitmotifandmovement.com/bio  Can’t find us on your chosen platform? Shoot us a message and let us know! We are a part of the SPDM Crew Network of podcasts! Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! This helps us to be found in the algorithm. Like, subscribe, and leave a comment on YouTube! Make them good, and we’ll read them on the air! Are you in a band, and you’d like for us to check you out and possibly drop a recommendation on the show? Shoot us a message! We’d love to check you out and give you a shout! Recorded on 07/13/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're breaking down Steve Vai’s 1993 release, “Sex & Religion”!  We also feature our regular segments including The Art of Discovery.  Plus we discuss WAR’s “Why Can’t We Be Friends?” and Michael receives his next assignment! Songs featured in The Art of Discovery: "All Hope Is Gone"Performed by Against IComposed by:  Against ILyrics by:  Against I "ego"Performed by Megg JacobsComposed by:  Jose Gonzalez, Megan Perkins JacobsLyrics by:  Megan Perkins Jacobs "Disguise"Performed by panicwavesComposed by:  Moritz Amrhein, Sandro Rubbers, Timo Hübner, Florian SchwoebelLyrics by:  Sandro Rubbers (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to This Week?(00:10:06) - The Art of Discovery(00:10:37) - Against I "All Hope Is Gone"(00:15:10) - Megg Jacobs "ego"(00:18:51) - panicwaves "Disguise"(00:23:55) - Main Topic:  Breaking Down Steve Vai's 1993 release, "Sex & Religion"(00:50:00) - Question for the Audience(00:50:11) - Can't Wait(00:52:03) - Listener Feedback(00:53:29) - Michael's Journey:  Discussing WAR's "Why Can't We Be Friends?"(00:57:23) - On the Next Episode(00:57:42) - Contact Info/Outro A complete list of how to contact, follow, like, and subscribe to us can be found at: leitmotifandmovement.com/bio  Can’t find us on your chosen platform?  Shoot us a message and let us know! We are a part of the SPDM Crew Network of podcasts! Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!  This helps us to be found in the algorithm. Like, subscribe, and leave a comment on YouTube!  Make them good, and we’ll read them on the air! Are you in a band, and you’d like for us to check you out and possibly drop a recommendation on the show?  Shoot us a message!  We’d love to check you out and give you a shout! Recorded on 06/29/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're breaking down Skid Row’s 1989 debut release, “Skid Row”!  We also feature our regular segments including The Art of Discovery.  Plus we discuss Crowded House’s “Don’t Dream It’s Over” and Michael receives his next assignment! Songs featured in The Art of Discovery: "Stay Alive"Performed by Date Back To DawnFrom the album:  ReminiscenceComposed by:  Date Back To DawnLyrics by:  Date Back To DawnMusic Publisher:  Sleazy Rider "On a Hiding to Nothing"Performed by HalfEarthFrom the “On a Hiding to Nothing” EPComposed by:  Danos Ettrick, Jerry CarboneLyrics by:  Danos Ettrick "Aetos"Performed by ElidiComposed by:  Dan RussellLyrics by:  Dan Russell (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to This Week?(00:10:14) - The Art of Discovery(00:10:29) - Date Back To Dawn "Stay Alive"(00:13:49) - Half Earth "On a Hiding to Nothing"(00:17:52) - Elidi "Aetos"(00:24:47) - Main Topic:  Breaking Down Skid Row's 1989 debut release, "Skid Row"(00:55:27) - Question for the Audience(00:55:43) - Can't Wait(00:58:07) - Michael's Journey:  Discussing Crowded House's "Don't Dream It's Over"(01:04:18) - On the Next Episode(01:05:06) - Contact Info/Outro A complete list of how to contact, follow, like, and subscribe to us can be found at: leitmotifandmovement.com/bio  Can’t find us on your chosen platform?  Shoot us a message and let us know! We are a part of the SPDM Crew Network of podcasts! Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!  This helps us to be found in the algorithm. Like, subscribe, and leave a comment on YouTube!  Make them good, and we’ll read them on the air! Are you in a band, and you’d like for us to check you out and possibly drop a recommendation on the show?  Shoot us a message!  We’d love to check you out and give you a shout! Recorded on 06/14/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.