I (Don’t) Hate That: Superchunk
Coop feels Superchunk are so average, he can't remember if he hates them or not. Kendon tries to school him on the importance of production in punk-pop.
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FRIENDLY REMINDER: NO ONE CARES ABOUT YOUR TASTE IN MUSIC
As someone whose relationship to music is the closest thing I’ve ever found to what other people supposedly get out of religion, this came as a shock.
I (Don’t) Hate That: The Cure
Kendon hates the emo antics of The Cure. In this edition of I (I Don't) Hate That, Coop tries to convince him The Cure shouldn't be defined by the singles.
Who Is It: Understanding Michael Jackson vs Sonic The Hedgehog 3
Coop takes a look at one of the most polarizing mysteries in gaming history: Michael Jackson's involvement with Sonic The Hedgehog 3's videogame soundtrack.
Us vs. Them: Toxic Fandom and The Cult of Identity
With pop culture being so easily ingestable, there is bound to be some insufferable fans. Coop takes a look at how and why some fandoms are becoming toxic.
We Are 138: Why Fiends Love The Misfits
Despite being loved by millions and influencing hundreds of bands and genres, Glenn, Jerry, and Doyle are rarely name dropped among the most important punk bands. Coop looks for the real reason why so many fiends love The Misfits.
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.
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 Death Of The Independent Live Music Scene
Over the last ten years, some of the UK's finest small music venues have closed their doors for good. If the current trend continues, it will result in the death of the grassroots venue scene.
I (Don’t) Hate That: Van Halen
Kendon hates guitar solos, Van Halen, and anything fun. Coop loves guitar solos, Van Halen, and (some) fun. In the first edition of "I (Don't) Hate", Coop tries to convince Kendon that Van Halen isn't all superficial fluff.