Are you ready to rock and RAVE?! Joe and Spenser discuss the upcoming Gizz shows in the UK, Europe, and Australia, with an emphasis on the nine rave sets. What tasty loops and beats will the band perform on Nathan? What tunes might be fun "genre-benders" in a synth setting? Later, the guys address rumors of another electronic album in the works, then share a back-and-forth on the spookiest Gizz songs as Halloween approaches. P.S.: RIP Spenser's 2025 Seattle Mariners :( -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
Do you remember the '60s? No? Well, this 2013 album can point you in the right direction. Joe and Spenser analyze the eight groovy tracks of FAFYL, theorizing upon possible influences from artists of yesteryear. A warning for first-timers: this album contains numerous loud, screechy noises. Joe hates most of them, and you might, too. -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
In the second and final part of their Omnium Gatherum breakdown, Joe and Spenser get into some of the band's overlooked gems. Along the way, they also touch on classic rock icons, a very old video game, and some truly "Genius" lyrical annotations. -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
Joe and Spenser discuss Side 1 of Omnium Gatherum, a treasure trove of genre-hopping magic. Spenser recounts a recent King Gizz-related dream involving a bizarre new instrument, and Joe offers detailed insight into whale secretions. Part 2 of the Omnium Gatherum discussion drops Wednesday, 9/24! -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
On this episode, Joe welcomes the VERY FIRST GUEST in Podagon Infinity history, King Gizzard mega-fan Ben Bacon! Ben reflects on his experiences at the inaugural Field of Vision festival, a weekend filled with awesome artists, zero cell service, and... Darth Vader?! Also, our hearts go out to the family and loved ones of Matt Gawiak. Please donate if you can: https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-memory-of-matt-gawiak -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
It's a hot Gizzy summer! Joe and Spenser recount their experiences at the Philadelphia and Forest Hills shows as well as the meetups. You'll hear fun chats with fellow Gizzheads, reactions to the setlists, and continued appreciation for the band and the beautiful community that thrives around it. Special thanks to Alex (@obicogs), Sam (@grimreapergoods), Jodie, Jared, Ryan, and Ben for taking a few minutes to visit at the meetups! *** Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
For once, Joe and Spenser keep it brief. After addressing your comments on Eyes Like the Sky and Billy Strings, the guys share which songs they'd like to see King Gizz perform at the upcoming Philadelphia and Forest Hills (night 2) shows. *** Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
When was the last time you revisited this sepia-toned Spaghetti Western? Odds are, much too long ago! Luckily, Joe and Spenser are here to remind you not to forget this little oddball. You'll hear hammering on rusty saw blades and distorted dog barks, as well as a nerdy video game reference from Joe. *** Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
It's finally time! Joe and Spenser share their initial impressions of Phantom Island. Which bands and artists likely influenced the album's stylings? Which songs stand out most? And TO WHOM does that sexy new singing voice belong?! Later, the guys read and react to YOUR takes on the album, and they say the word "slurp" too many times. -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
Ten months after its release, Flight b741 gets a fuller examination from Joe and Spenser. Is this an upper-echelon Gizz record? The guys also touch briefly on the European residency, a particular bird species that seems to hate Spenser, and of course... the reading of YOUR opinions on the album! -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
It's a full breakdown of Grow Wings and Fly! But first, listener Stefan poses a "cut three songs/add three songs" challenge in regards to upcoming live setlists, and Joe and Spenser state which pre-Phantom Island Gizz songs might translate best to an orchestral arrangement! -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
The guys go FAR OUT on this episode, man... which makes perfect sense when discussing the old-school trippy drip of Quarters! Your intrepid hosts touch on spacey sound effects, riffs that harken back to music legends of yesteryear, and the debut of a very cute creature. -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
Mayday, mayday, mayday... this single is too damn catchy! This episode touches on all things Deadstick -- including Joe's and Spenser's initial thoughts, as well as yours! Plus, some of the more notable (and funniest) Reddit AMA nuggets. Further reading on the background and history of deadstick landings, for funsies: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/air-space-magazine/deadstick-landings-9024499/ -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
Do your ears ever crave a funky, jazzy, psychedelic album with rich ambient noise backdrops galore? Ask your doctor if Sketches of Brunswick East is right for you! Joe digs all of the slick bass parts, and Spenser drops an unexpected SpongeBob reference. -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
Warning! This episode contains commentary on dangerously irresistible hooks and grooves. On a serious note, there's also some of the most somber lyrical themes ever discussed on the show. Come for the hard-hitting analysis, stay for the guys' honest assessments on which is better - K.G. or L.W. -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
Microtonal Tuning part 2, Electric Boogaloo? Nah, it's so much better than that! In addition to musings over magnificent microtones, the guys discuss heavy lyrical matters and make gratuitous pop culture references to Disney and Duran Duran. -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
It's finally here... the Podagon Infinity DREAM SETLIST! This episode isn't just a quick list; it's a fully-guided trip through the diverse, jam-packed dream show that YOU helped create. Thanks to all who reached out on social media with song suggestions! Check out the full setlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/59QDRa6I8tUnqPkNPksTDX?si=2_Zl9yzESzuAUDtCSf8MqQ -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
Let's go back to a simpler time. A time when dudes wrote songs about savory breakfast spreads and broken relationships. You'll be SHOCKED at the end when Joe and Spenser make some controversial picks for least-favorite song. It's O-D-D-M-E-N-T-S! -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
Seven songs, seven modes, and seven distinct worlds of auditory excellence. Joe and Spenser don their thinking caps for a complex-but-beloved album in Ice, Death, Planets, Lungs, Mushrooms and Lava. -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
It's good to be back! Joe and Spenser look back on 2024 by recalling the show's origins and some Gizz highlights, and they express plenty of enthusiasm for what lies ahead in 2025, including the upcoming Phantom Island album and the supporting tour. -- Podagon Infinity is the podcast that opens the door to all things King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard!
Tim Beasley
man I would love to get the mind fuzz suite or head on pill as the closer for my 2nd gizz show ever flying to Miami to catch them on Thursday. speaking it into the universe so maybe it will happen....