Middle Kids: Lost Friends | When A Debut Album Is Too Perfect
Lost Friends, the debut album from Middle Kids is vulnerable, hopeful, and satisfying. But without any challenges, it might be too perfect for its own good.
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Understanding All-Star: A Conversation with Greg Camp of Smash Mouth
The years start coming and they don't stop coming but Smash Mouth's "All-Star" has remained relevant for nearly 20 years. Coop talks with songwriter Greg Camp to see if crafting the perfect pop is science or chance.
I (Don’t) Hate That: Joanna Newsom
Coop hates Lisa Simpson vocals and Joanna Newsom. Kendon loves Joanna Newsom and (apparently?) Lisa Simpson vocals. On this edition of "I (Don't) Hate That", Kendon tries to convince Coop that Joanna Newsom isn't just pretentious art-folk.
Stone Temple Pilots: The Art Of Letting Go Is A Hard Learned Lesson
It's tragic when line-up drama haunts a decent band, much less when two frontmen are no longer among the living. Stone Temple Pilots return with a new album, but can't seem to let go of the past.
Ministry: God Bless The United States of “AmeriKKKant”
On Ministry's 14th album "AmeriKKKant", Al Jourgensen takes on gun-worship, racism, the alt-right, and Donald Drumpf while returning to the sound that defined Industrial Metal.
Radio Relevancy: A Conversation With Andy Herrin of Nashville’s 102.9 The Buzz
Despite what technology and the music industry says, radio is still vital for independent artists. Here's a conversation with Andy Herrin, the drummer for Cavo, and the voice of indie artists on Nashville's most important rock station 102.9 The Buzz.
The Evening Attraction: The End, Again | Finding Humor In Chaos
Chicago-based retro rockers The Evening Attraction use slick production and dark humor on their new album, The End, Again to combat the ugliness of a world in chaos.
Sevens & Splits: Monthly Guide To The Underground | February 2018
In January's edition of Sevens and Splits, BGM's writers examine new 7" singles and EPs by Ryan Hamilton & The Traitors, Big Bliss, Las Rosas, Heiress, Great Falls, Dunes, Carrolhood, and Timeshares
Adopt This Label: Transcending Records | Making It Happen With Metal
For the latest edition of Adopt This Label, Coop interviews Mike Ramirez of Transcending Records to find out how he's making it happen with metal.
60 Live Thoughts on The 60th Grammy Awards
Coop is forced to watch the 60th Annual Grammy Awards in tribute to past B.G.M. coverage. 60 random thoughts while watching the ceremony live. P.S. The Grammys Still Suck.