Season 2, Episode 13; A Dessert of Nuts

This episode's playlist;

Apple Music

https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/season-2-episode-13/pl.u-PJV6tLAlmAY

Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4pZq24CtU0A7ALbf59kaxa?si=9-jcHyE1S2GEdBk5DitvoA

Keywords

Curated playlist, heavy music, album reviews, hardcore, grindcore, black metal, punk, playlists, music discussion, music, metal, hardcore, album reviews, band discussions, music quality, live performances, music genres, underground music, music culture, Alienator, Blighted Elder, Floating, Pains, Bulls Shitt, Necro Soft, Cruelster, Odd Man Out

Summary

In this episode, the hosts dive into a playlist of heavy music, discussing various tracks and their unique sounds. They explore the aggressive nature of Alienator's 'Constant Pain', the black metal influences of Blighted Elder, and the genre-blending style of Floating. The conversation also touches on the grindcore appeal of Pains and the hardcore vibes of Bulls Shitt, culminating in a discussion about Necro Soft's distinctive sound. Throughout the episode, the hosts share personal anecdotes and humorous insights, creating an engaging and entertaining listening experience. In this engaging conversation, the hosts delve into various music picks, exploring the quality and curiosity behind them. They discuss the unique sounds of bands like Cruelster and the straight edge perspective of Odd Man Out. The dialogue flows into the evolution of hardcore, touching on the live experience and the formulaic nature of some contemporary bands. The hosts share their thoughts on what makes music enjoyable and the importance of live performances in the hardcore scene.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Playlist

01:08 Discussion on Alienator's 'Constant Pain'

07:05 Exploring Blighted Elder's Sound and Themes

13:55 Reviewing Floating's Unique Blend of Genres

19:08 Exploring Album Art and Music Recommendations

20:30 Diving into Grindcore: Pains from Rockford, Illinois

22:34 The Impact of Drum Production in Heavy Music

24:08 Introducing Bullshit: A New Hardcore Band

27:32 Understanding the Lyrics and Themes of Bullshit

28:57 Is This Good? A Discussion on Music Taste

29:32 New Chapter

31:02 The Unique Sound of NecroSoft and Its Influences

31:55 Exploring the Unconventional Sounds of Necro Soft

33:33 The Debate: Is It Good or Not?

36:00 The Wild World of Experimental Music

37:14 Cruelster: A Band That Tickles the Funny Bone

42:27 Odd Man Out: Straight Edge Hardcore and Its Message

46:25 The Breakdown Culture in Hardcore Music

48:36 The Evolution of Hardcore and Its Live Experience

55:11 Analyzing the Art of the Breakdown

57:25 The Legacy of Black Sabbath and Its Influence

59:00 Sign-Off and Reflections on the Conversation

59:25 Panterestimate.3.wav

Produced by Nate Rippey