I was working in the lab late one night when suddenly... it was time for Know Your Writes! On part one of our two-episode Halloween special, Robb and Colton discuss Bobby Picket and Lenny Capizzi's graveyard smash, "Monster Mash". Other topics include: - Robb's terrible, horrible, no good, very bad Sunday - Colton's love for the Terrifier series - what makes a good Halloween song? Bands mentioned in this episode: - Ryan Adams - Phoebe Bridgers - 3 - Weird Al
It's all cool, you know, 'cus we're like, podcasters and this is Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton get awkward and dive into the discography of Memphis's Be Your Own Pet. From their self-titled debut to the recent Mommy, our hosts will explore the highs and the lows of this energetic and still potent quartet. Other topics include: - embracing the weirdness of recording on a Tuesday night - unpacking the awkward trash talk between Robb and Colton's mom - the mystery of Colton and Robb's lost album Bands mentioned in this episode: - Vampire Weekend - My Friend Sam - The Yeah Yeah Yeah's - Beck - Ozma
Is this the real life? Or is it time for Know Your Writes!? For this week's Song Spotlight, Robb and Colton welcome back friend of the pod Max Sabate to dive into Queen's operatic masterpiece "Bohemian Rhapsody". Other topics include: - why don't any of our hosts attend live shows anymore? - Colton's takes on trail mix ingredients - the horrendous attempts to cover "Bohemian Rhapsody" Bands mentioned in this episode: - Led Zeppelin - Black Sabbath - Benson Boone - Puscifier - Tool - System of Down
Satan's comin' 'round the bend and people runnin' 'cause they're scared... it must be time for Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton take on the unholy excellence that is the first four albums by metal legends Black Sabbath. Other topics include: - Robb rails against Colton's cell phone habits - A "come to Jesus" moment regarding our discography episodes - How much noodling is too much noodling? Bands mentioned in this episode: - Led Zeppelin - The Hives - The Yeah Yeah Yeah's - Rage Against the Machine - Avenged Sevenfold
I'm dyin' for some action because it's time for Know Your Writes! In this Song Spotlight, Robb and Colton take on the Boss himself, Bruce Springsteen, and his 1984 hit "Dancing in the Dark". They'll unpack the lyrical minimalism and musical maximalism that make this song special. Other topics include: - Colton's new track "Drag" from the now released The Kaki Tree - Robb's notes from the "Dancing in the Dark" Courtney Cox cameo - a visit from friend Max Sabate for the first Know Your Writes August Madness Song Bracket Bands mentioned in this episode: - The War on Drugs - MJ Lenderman - Ben Kweller - Billy Joel - Bob Dylan The Kaki Tree by Colton Saylor is out now at https://coltonsaylor.bandcamp.com/album/the-kaki-tree-2 and on streaming sites of your choice.
Now there is no sound if we all live underground--and now it's time for Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton are joined by the Blamfather himself, Leo Cardona (DJ Brute)! Leo takes our hosts on a funk odyssey as they explore four albums from acid jazz greats Jamiroquai. Other topics include: - Robb's golf adventure - memories of Lancaster, circa 2005 - Colton's take on Center Stage Bands mentioned in this episode: - Daft Punk - Robin Thicke - Lil Dicky - The Mars Volta (not actually mentioned but Colton wanted to and had them in his notes and forgot, so imagine that he did)
I guess you'd say what could make me feel this way? Another episode of Know Your Writes! On another edition of Song Spotlight, our hosts explore the majesty that is "My Girl," a Motown classic written by Smokey Robinson and Ronald White and performed by The Temptations. Other topics include: - how Colton used to wake up Robb - the complexities of breaking down songwriting credit - the made-up-sounding names that played on "My Girl" Bands mentioned in this episode: - The Supremes - Smokey Robinson - Marvin Gaye
We're only a podcast, but we never, never, never, never, never, never, never, never, never...knew it was time for Know Your Writes! This episode finds Robb and Colton diving into the discography of indie greats Rilo Kiley. Our hosts will discuss the quartet's four LPs to see if they're a hit. Other topics include: - following up on Coltrarobbus predictions - Colton rants about the new Haim album - Robb brings on a very special guest during the third segment! Bands mentioned in this episode: - Death Cab for Cutie - Bright Eyes - Tom Petty - Waxahatchee - Fleetwood Mac
Two friends. Two microphones. One luke-warm advertisement concept. On this special episode of Know Your Writes, follow Robb and Colton's many, many attempts to record a commercial--followed by the actual, final product. Enjoy! (regular scheduled programming will re-commence next episode)
Listen to the wind blow, watch the sun rise, and turn on another episode of Know Your Writes! For this week's Song Spotlight, Robb and Colton break their silence on Fleetwood Mac's 1977 hit, "The Chain". Other topics include: - Robb's Fleetwood Mac conspiracy theory - Just a touch of Sports Talk (NBA Finals Addition) - A history lesson on the 'New' Fleetwood Mac Bands mentioned in this episode: - The White Stripes - No Doubt - Queen - The Beths
It has to start somewhere, it has to start sometime; what better place than this podcast, and what better time than now for Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton do what they told ya and dive into Rage Against the Machine. They'll discuss the radical quartet's entire discography to see how this legendary group balances songwriting with politics. Other topics include: - Robb's NBA draft conspiracy - Constructing the perfect Nu Metal band - Debating RATM's Nu Metal legacy Bands mentioned in this episode: - At the Drive-In - Limp Bizkit - Korn - Audioslave - Facing New York - Feist
It's Friday afternoon, meaning it's time for Know Your Writes! In this edition of Song Spotlight, Robb and Colton sway through the fairyland of love to talk about "Tuesday Afternoon" by The Moody Blues. Our hosts unpack what makes this haunting track so effective even today. Other topics include: - A sad Sports Talk! segment - Colton's never-finished song about Clayton Kershaw - A discussion on the White Stripes' Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction Bands mentioned in this episode: - The White Stripes - The Beach Boys - OutKast - The Velvet Underground
The end is near! And so is another episode of Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton talk about the lyrical genius that is Phoebe Bridgers. Our hosts dive into the Pasadena-born songwriter's two solo LPs as well as her side projects (boygenius and the Better Oblivion Community Center). Other topics include: - Coltrarobbus musings on the NBA playoffs - The wonder of double-tracking vocals - Colton's take on the Crosby/Bridgers beef Bands mentioned in this episode: - Bright Eyes - Conor Oberst - Lucy Dacus - Julian Baker - Haim - Fiona Apple - Erykah Badu - Elliot Smith
Sun's up? Uh-huh. It looks okay. Guess that means it's time for Know Your Writes. This week, Robb and Colton think about eternity and the wonder that is Bruce Cockburn's "Wondering Where The Lions Are". Join our hosts as they dissect the lyricism, musicianship, and spiritual depth that is Cockburn's songwriting. Other topics include: - How to properly pronounce Bruce Cockburn's name - A correction on the origins of DeFault American's name - DeFault American's new release, The Red Dot Bands mentioned in this episode: - Van Halen - Dave Rawlings - Leftmore - Maybe some others
You're gonna get what you deserve: another episode of Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton shadoop shibby dive into the work of supergroup L.S. Dunes. Listen as our hosts unpack what makes this group more than the sum of its parts across both their L.P.s. Other topics include: - getting kicked out of bands - how DeFault American got its name - the advent of a new nickname: baby-guy Bands mentioned in this episode: - Coheed and Cambria - Saosin - Thursday - Circa Survive - My Chemical Romance - The Sound of Animals Fighting
When you find yourself in times of trouble, Robb and Colton come to you speaking words of wisdom: "It's time for Know Your Writes!" In another Song Spotlight, Robb and Colton take on the classic "Let It Be" by The Beatles. Together, our hosts will unpack every detail that makes this an all-timer while also addressing the band's lasting legacy. Other topics include: - the complexities of Brand New's potential return - are any 2000s-era emo bands still releasing good records? - Colton's tortured history with The Beatles Bands mentioned in this episode: - Brand New - Bob Dylan - Coheed and Cambria - Thursday - My Chemical Romance
Meet me there in the blue because it's time for Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton run down the emo-legacy of Sunny Day Real Estate. Our hosts will discuss all four of the Seattle band's LPs as they explore the group's lasting legacy on alternative music. Other topics include: - Sports Talk: The "Jimmy Butler to the Warriors" Edition - How do you know that a song is "finished"? - An educational foray into consonant clusters Bands mentioned in this episode: - Nirvana - Pavement - Christie Front Drive - Texas is the Reason - Jets to Brazil
Hop on your chrome horses, pawn your diamond rings, and grab your Siamese cats because it's time for Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton switch things up and take a hard look at the all-time classic "Like a Rolling Stone" by the inimitable Bob Dylan. Listen along as our hosts explore what makes this one of the most important songs of all time. Other topics include: - A quick update on the show's new schedule - Sports Talk: the "Luka to the Lakers" edition - Robb and Colton's favorite live shows - And more! Bands mentioned in this episode: - This Will Destroy You - Daft Punk - The Hives - Streetlight Manifesto - Weezer
Wake up! It's time for Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton are joined by returning guest Max Sabate in a deep dive through the albums of System of a Down. Listen as our three hosts debate, prod, and ponder over the legacy of this Armenian-American prog-metal quartet. Other topics include: - More mayo debates - Is a good hook the same as good songwriting? - Fast food habits - And more! Bands mentioned in this episode: - Compliments of Apollo - We're From Europe - My Friend Sam - Linkin Park - Alien Ant Farm - Bruno Mars - Rosé
What I need is a good defense because it's time for Know Your Writes! This week, Robb and Colton fetch the bolt cutters and dive into the work of the singular Fiona Apple. They'll talk about all five albums in order to see just what makes her one of America's greatest living songwriters. Other topics include: - More discussion of the last relevant American rock band - Celebrating the release of Default American's new record - The impossible struggle that is recording albums Bands mentioned in this episode: - Green Day - Fall Out Boy - DeFault American - Korn - My Chemical Romance - The Dresden Dolls - Regina Spektor