Encore
167 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★ - 159 ratingsA podcast hosted by Jason Tate of Chorus.fm about music, the music industry, news, pop-culture, and other semi-related topics. Some weeks we have industry special guests, some feature interviews with artists, some are a breakdown of a specific album, and others are kinda random.
If you like alternative, punk, and/or pop-punk music ... you'll probably like this podcast.
(Formerly the AbsolutePunk Podcast.)
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Episodes
Encore: Back to 2005 (Re-Ranking the Best of Lists) (#162)
July 20, 2020 20:03 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBWe're trying something new and bringing you an audio version of the article featured on Chorus.fm a few weeks back. This episode dives into the music from 2005 and revisits the staff and Jason's best of list from that year. What music held up? What didn't? Let's find out. Show notes can be found at encore.fm. This podcast is sponsored in part by our listeners. If you listen and like what we're doing, and want us to keep producing new episodes, please consider supporting us. Twitter: Jason...
161: The Maine
March 26, 2019 17:49 - 1 hour - 51.6 MBPat and Garrett of The Maine join Jason to talk about the band's upcoming album, growing up in this music scene, and what it's like to be a band in control of their destiny. Show notes can be found at encore.fm. This podcast is sponsored in part by our listeners. If you listen and like what we're doing, and want us to keep producing new episodes, please consider supporting us. Hosts + More: Jason Tate The Maine @encorepodcast Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: chr.us/encoretunes Show Archiv...
160: Best of 2018
January 07, 2019 20:01 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBJason Tate and Craig Manning talk about the best of 2018. Show notes can be found at encore.fm. This podcast is sponsored in part by our listeners. If you listen and like what we're doing, and want us to keep producing new episodes, please consider supporting us. Hosts + More: Jason Tate @encorepodcast Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: chr.us/encoretunes Show Archive: encore.fm If you like our show, please rate it in iTunes, recommend it in Overcast, and tell some friends about it — it rea...
159: The '59 Sound
August 16, 2018 22:58 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBCraig Manning returns to the show to discuss the ten year anniversary of The Gaslight Anthem's 'The '59 Sound.' Show notes can be found at encore.fm. This podcast is sponsored in part by our listeners. If you listen and like what we're doing, and want us to keep producing new episodes, please consider supporting us. Hosts + More: Jason Tate Craig Manning @encorepodcast Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: chr.us/encoretunes Show Archive: encore.fm If you like our show, please rate it in iTun...
158: Mike Herrera of MxPx
August 01, 2018 03:59 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBMxPx released a new album last week, their first since 2012, and Jason Tate is joined by lead singer Mike Herrera to do a joint episode talking all about it. Show notes can be found at encore.fm. This podcast is sponsored in part by our listeners. If you listen and like what we're doing, and want us to keep producing new episodes, please consider supporting us. Hosts + More: Jason Tate Mike Herrera @encorepodcast Subscribe on iTunes: chr.us/encoretunes Show Archive: encore.fm If you ...
157: Best of 2017
January 12, 2018 01:21 - 1 hour - 49.5 MBCraig Manning returns to the show to discuss the best albums of 2017. Show notes can be found at encore.fm. This podcast is sponsored in part by our listeners. If you listen and like what we're doing, and want us to keep producing new episodes, please consider supporting us. Hosts + More: Jason Tate Craig Manning @encorepodcast Subscribe on iTunes: chr.us/encoretunes Show Archive: encore.fm If you like our show, please rate it in iTunes, recommend it in Overcast, and tell some friend...
156: The Last Jedi
December 21, 2017 01:34 - 1 hour - 57 MBJason Tate and Thomas Nassiff reconnect to talk about one of their favorite topics: Star Wars. This episode is full of spoilers, so if you haven't seen the movie yet — be warned. Show notes can be found at encore.fm. This podcast is sponsored in part by our listeners. If you listen and like what we're doing, and want us to keep producing new episodes, please consider supporting us. Hosts + More: Jason Tate Thomas Nassiff @encorepodcast Subscribe on iTunes: chr.us/encoretunes Show Arch...
155: Fall Albums Part Deux
October 20, 2017 05:07 - 48 minutes - 34.2 MBRyan Gardner returns to the show to talk all about fall music. We start with talking about why we like fall music, what makes something, specifically a "fall album," and then dive into some of our favorite albums and songs that we think fit into this category. A playlist featuring a bunch of the songs from the albums we discuss on this episode can be found at encore.fm. This podcast is sponsored in part by our listeners. If you listen and like what we're doing, and want us to keep producing...
154: Accidental Music Podcast
September 22, 2017 05:14 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBDeanna Chapman returns to the show to discuss music and technology. We talk about Brand New's High & Low set (which Deanna saw in person), new albums from Mutemath, Foo Fighters, The National, PVRIS, and more, and then go deep on the latest Apple event. We talk about the new products, Apple Music, iOS 11, and what we think we want to upgrade and not upgrade. Show notes can be found at encore.fm. Sponsor: Vinyl Me, Please: This a record of the month club. Here's how it works: Every month th...
153: Science Fiction - Part Two
September 08, 2017 07:41 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBThomas Nassiff returns to the show to discuss the album we spent years waiting on ... Brand New's 'Science Fiction.' This episode of the show differs from the previous episode in that we we spend most of the time talking about the album roll-out and the industry ramifications of this new album. We talk about the band going #1 on the charts, how this specific roll-out was the only way they could live up to expectations, and the chance of there ever being a band like this again. Show notes ca...
152: Science Fiction
August 24, 2017 18:13 - 1 hour - 68 MBDrew Beringer returns to the show to discuss Brand New's new album 'Science Fiction.' After 8 years, it's finally here. We do a deep dive through the album, talk about our history with the band, talk about where the album sits in the band's career, and discuss the band's impact on the music scene as a whole. It's all Brand New and it's all glorious. Show notes can be found at encore.fm. This podcast is sponsored in part by our listeners. If you listen and like what we're doing, and want us ...
151: A Black Mile to the Surface
July 14, 2017 04:20 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBDrew Beringer returns to the show to discuss the upcoming album from Manchester Orchestra. The new album, 'A Black Mile to the Surface,' is due out on July 28th, 2017 and we do a deep dive on our thoughts and impressions of the album. Show notes can be found on chorus.fm. Sponsor: Social Drinker: This week's episode is brought to you by a band from Atlanta that will be releasing their new EP on September 8th. We play their new single "Holding" in this episode. It's a mix of Taking Back S...
150: Best of 2017 ... So Far
June 30, 2017 06:24 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBCraig Manning returns to the show to talk about the best albums released in 2017 ... so far. As we hit the midway mark of the year, it's time for our annual tradition of discussing what albums we've fallen in love with during the first 6 months. Show notes can be found on chorus.fm. Sponsor: Social Drinker: This week's episode is brought to you by a band from Atlanta that will be releasing their new EP on September 8th. We play their new single "Holding." It's a mix of Taking Back Sunday,...
149: Settling All Family Business
June 16, 2017 10:23 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBDeanna Chapman returns to the show to discuss a whole bunch of new music that’s been recently released. We talk about new music from Manchester Orchestra, Bleachers, Rise Against, and All Time Low. We also give some thoughts on Apple’s WWDC and their new products, and answer a question about creating playlists and when and how we listen to them. There’s also some comic book talk, and the usual discussion of there being too much new stuff to consume. Show notes can be found on chorus.fm. Ho...
148: Makes Me Laugh
May 19, 2017 10:38 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBDrew Beringer returns to the show this week to talk about the new albums from New Found Glory and Paramore. First we catch up a little (Drew got married!), talk a little basketball, Funkos, the usual. Then we dive into talking about New Found Glory and Paramore. Mixed within is a talk about Blink-182 and if they should shake it up with a new producer like NFG did (spoiler: probably), and a talk about leaks and long album announcements. Show notes can be found on chorus.fm. Hosts + More: J...
147: A Decade of 'Anhedonia'
April 28, 2017 04:12 - 2 hours - 105 MBThe Graduate's 'Anhedonia' turned ten this week and former lead singer, Corey Warning, joins the show to talk all about it. We discuss the early stages of the band, recording the album, the stories behind some of the songs, and check in on what Corey has been up to the past few years. We dive into why a reunion probably isn't in the cards and spend some time waxing nostalgic about the music scene from 10 years ago. If you were a fan of this band and album, I think you're going to love this o...
146: Let's Do It Live
March 31, 2017 10:16 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBThomas Nassiff returns to the show to talk about live albums and when and where we think they work. We talk about our favorites, live bootlegs, and wonder why more bands don't release more live material. We also talk about March Madness, having birthdays, the other Encore podcast, the other Chorus logo, home automation, books about tech companies, and all our usual stuff. Show notes can be found on chorus.fm. Hosts + More: Jason Tate Thomas Nassiff @encorepodcast Subscribe on iTunes: ch...
145: Hiding Music From Our Parents
March 17, 2017 06:38 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBRyan Gardner joins the show to talk about growing up in the music scene and the bands that first got us into music, starting young with writing online and how to parlay that into some kind of career in the future. Freelancing, journalism, and how this alternative music scene has changed over the years rounds out the episode. Show notes can be found on chorus.fm. Hosts + More: Jason Tate Ryan Gardner @encorepodcast Subscribe on iTunes: chr.us/encoretunes Show Archive: chorus.fm/encore ...
144: Write Better Songs
March 03, 2017 12:06 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBJesse Cannon has credits on albums from The Menzingers, to Man Overboard, to The Cure. He has managed bands, produced bands, and has written multiple books about the music industry and navigating the current realities of being a musician and a songwriter in the internet era. He joins the show to talk about everything from authentic creativity when writing songs, to originality in music, to the biggest mistakes bands make when recording. We talk about sophomore slumps, how being emotionally a...
143: Favorite Bands
February 17, 2017 09:18 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBCraig Manning returns to the show for a discussion all about favorite bands. We talk about who are favorite bands are, what makes them our favorites, how that's changed over the years and what it means to be a "favorite," and what artists have the best chance of jumping into that list in the future. We also discuss the latest album from Andrew McMahon and look back on his career and all of his different projects. There may be some album ranking. Show notes can be found on chorus.fm. Hosts +...
142: After the Party
February 03, 2017 09:15 - 1 hour - 53.7 MBThomas Nassiff returns to the show to discuss the new album 'After the Party' by The Menzingers. The album comes out on February 3rd, 2017, and we do a deep dive through the release and our thoughts on the songs and band in general. Show notes can be found on chorus.fm. Hosts + More: Jason Tate Thomas Nassiff @encorepodcast Subscribe on iTunes: chr.us/encoretunes Show Archive: chorus.fm/encore If you like our show, please rate it in iTunes, recommend it in Overcast, and tell some frie...
141: Hobbies, Work, and Everything Between
January 20, 2017 09:32 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBSpecial guest Jacob Tender joins the show to discuss AbsolutePunk.net, SpinMedia, UnderTheGun and a lot of behind the scenes chaos that plagued the music web community over the past few years. Then we move into a discussion about creating things and the balance between hobbies, work, and everything between. We look at what it's like to create things, when to know if they've failed, and why it is we both feel a need to create and put things out into the world. There's also talk about the new ...
140: Most Anticipated of 2017
January 06, 2017 17:46 - 1 hour - 44.3 MBDeanna Chapman returns to the show to discuss our most anticipated albums of 2017. What made the list and what did we decide to leave off? Do we really have to mention Brand New ... again? We also talk about movies we are looking forward to, discuss music on TV shows, and nerd out about comic books a little bit. Show notes can be found on chorus.fm. Hosts + More: Jason Tate Deanna Chapman @encorepodcast Subscribe on iTunes: chr.us/encoretunes Show Archive: chorus.fm/encore If you like...
139: Best of 2016 & Rogue One
December 23, 2016 12:38 - 1 hour - 77.7 MBThis week's super sized episode features a lengthy discussion about our favorite albums of 2016. We go through our top 10 and break down why those albums were important to us this year. The second half of the episode is all about 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story' — it is filled with spoilers so you can pause if you haven't seen it yet and come back to it later. We wanted to give you a jam packed episode for the last two weeks of the year. Hope you enjoy and have a great holiday! Hosts + More: ...
Bonus Episode 3: Pixar Movies
December 08, 2016 19:35 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MBThis episode is a special bonus episode that was recorded for supporters of Chorus.fm. The hosts discussing their top three favorite Pixar movies and Thomas finds a new way to give listeners a heart attack. Hosts + More: Jason Tate Thomas Nassiff @encorepodcast Subscribe on iTunes: chr.us/encoretunes Show Archive: chorus.fm/encore If you like our show, please rate it in iTunes, recommend it in Overcast, and tell some friends about it -- it really does help! Thank you so much for liste...
138: Quarter Life Crisis
December 02, 2016 14:54 - 1 hour - 50 MBThis week's episode has us making plans to see 'Rogue One', talking a little bit about Thanksgiving, and then looking at A Day to Remember's lawsuit, a screenplay based on The Menzingers, Brand New's TDAG 10-year anniversary, and some listener questions about ticket scalping, Christmas/holiday music, and our favorite holiday cover songs. Hosts + More: Jason Tate Thomas Nassiff @encorepodcast Subscribe on iTunes: chr.us/encoretunes Show Archive: chorus.fm/encore If you like our show, p...
137: Scale of Loneliness
November 18, 2016 15:18 - 1 hour - 49.8 MBThis week's episode looks at a variety of listener questions, things like: favorite music for road trips, recent albums we think may end up being classics, and music we listen to for specific moods we may be in. We also talk about new music from Japandroids and The Menzingers and our desire to listen to something "new" versus falling back on old favorites. Note: This episode was recorded on November 7th, 2016. Hosts + More: Jason Tate Thomas Nassiff @encorepodcast Subscribe on iTunes: c...
136: Fall Albums
October 28, 2016 10:19 - 1 hour - 62 MBOn this episode Jason and Thomas break down some of their favorite, or recommended, "fall albums." What makes an album a fall album? Why did we pick what we did? And what other habits do we have when the weather gets cold. We also talk a little about Yellowcard's final show, Laura Jane Grace's upcoming book, and our usual shenanigans. Sponsor: No Nets: No Nets is a rock band from Brooklyn by way of The Bronx & Jersey, made up of a few grown-up-ish punk and emo kids – and a metalhead. It’s ...
135: Integrity Blues
October 21, 2016 03:31 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBThis week's episode has special guest Craig Manning returning as we do a deep dive on the upcoming Jimmy Eat World album, 'Integrity Blues.' The album comes out on October 21, 2016, and we talk about our history with the band, their catalog, and then go track-by-track through the new album to give our thoughts and feelings on the latest from one of our favorite bands. Hosts + More: Jason Tate Craig Manning @encorepodcast Subscribe on iTunes: chr.us/encoretunes Show Archive: chorus.fm/e...
134: It's Been Too Long
October 14, 2016 14:33 - 1 hour - 73.8 MBThomas and Jason catch up after a few weeks of not having talked to each other. There's some talk about new Apple products, AirPods, Apple Watches, and then a lengthy talk about seeing Blink-182 live and all the bands that opened for them. We end with a bunch of really fun listener questions and had a blast trying to decide what band we'd want to see if we could travel anywhere in the world. This is a fun one. Sponsor: The Sound and The Story: This a podcast where each episode tackles one ...
133: Goodbye, Yellowcard
September 28, 2016 04:11 - 1 hour - 60 MBOn this week's podcast Jason brings along special guest Craig Manning to discuss the final Yellowcard album and say goodbye to the band. Yellowcard have been a part of the formative years of our lives, and on September 30th they will release their last album. We discuss what the band's meant to us, our favorites in their catalog, and then go track-by-track through the new album to talk about we like, don't like, and how it stacks up with the rest of their discography. Hosts + More: Jason T...
132: A Back-Up Thomas
September 16, 2016 03:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBThis week's podcast comes with special guest: Deanna Chapman! (Thomas is on vacation and watching football games and stuff.) On this episode of the podcast we talk about how the music scene has changed over the years and what first drew us to it. Jason is curious what brought Deanna to this music scene, how she views it now, and how that contrasts with his experience at the same age. We also talk about Batman: The Animated Series, some apps, some music, and other fun stuff! Hope you enjoy, t...
Bonus Episode 2: Breakfast Food
September 08, 2016 19:22 - 21 minutes - 15.5 MBThis is a special bonus episode discussing our top 3 breakfast foods that we recorded for supporters of Chorus.fm. It was released exclusively last week to all supporters, but we're pushing it out now to everyone so you can see what you're missing. Thank you to everyone that listens to our podcast and supports us. If you'd like more information about signing up as a supporter, please check here.
131: Forgotten Free Time
September 02, 2016 06:28 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBThis week's episode has Thomas checking out Blink-182 and The Menzingers live, what we think the best album rollouts are, and why, and then we tackle our main topic of the week: how do we choose where and how to spend our free time? Sponsor: A Day to Remember: The new album 'Bad Vibrations' is now available on ADTR Records and distributed by Epitaph Records. The album was produced by Bill Stevenson and Jason Livermore. Pick it up today! Hosts + More: Jason Tate Thomas Nassiff @encorepo...
130: Planes Fly Fast
August 19, 2016 08:40 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBThis week's podcast finds the hosts talking about traveling and the routines related to flying. We discuss (as spoiler free as possible) 'Stranger Things,' we gush about the new The Menzingers' song, and we talk about Green Day's new one as well. We also talk about looking up tour dates, song lyrics, and what bands may end up standing the test of time and why. We finish up with some Olympics talk. Because OLYMPICS! Sponsor: Gauntly: Whelmed Records have just released the new album by Gaunt...
Bonus Episode 1: Pizza Toppings & Drinks
August 04, 2016 23:55 - 14 minutes - 10 MBThis is a special bonus episode of Encore. Originally shared with just the supporters of Chorus.fm, we decided to release this episode to all podcast subscribers a week later so everyone could get a little taste. In this episode your podcast hosts debate the very important topics: What are the top 3 pizza toppings and top 3 drinks in the entire world? Can we decide? Oh, you know it. This is just a fun little bonus round we plan to record from time to time to share with supporters of the pod...
129: Background Music Monsters
July 29, 2016 05:52 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBThis week's main topic is background music. Do we listen to music in the background while working? What about while doing other activities? What kind of music? What genres? Do we watch TV? And more than that there's a talk about music's role in our lives as we get older and grow up. What role *does* music have in our lives now? We also discuss some follow-up about last week's Blink-182 episode, My Chemical Romance teasing things, Pokemon Go, and much more. Hosts + More: Jason Tate Thomas ...
128: I Have Takes That Need to Be Heard
July 15, 2016 16:10 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBThis week's podcast is all about Blink-182 and their new album 'California.' Thomas really hates it. Jason likes it more. We discuss our history with the band, what we think about the songs, why Jason is more positive about the album and the "feel" it gives off, and why Thomas thinks it's super boring. We also have some talk about Snapchat and the NBA making us excited and sad all at the same time. We'd love to hear what you think of the Blink album as well, so please hit us up on Twitter wi...
127: Best of 2016 ... So Far
July 01, 2016 01:02 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBThis week's episode focuses on the best albums that have come out so far in 2016; our favorites up to the mid-way point of the year. We also discuss the end of Yellowcard, new Every Time I Die, Paramore, and Eisley. We'd love to hear what your favorite albums of the year have been so far as well, so please reach out and let us know! Sponsor: The Sound and The Story: The Sound and the Story is a podcast that dives deep on albums, songs, and the music in an attempt to untangle it all. New ep...
126: It's Been a Good Two Weeks
June 10, 2016 07:34 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBThis week's episode looks at a lot of the music that's come out in the past few weeks: The Hotelier, PUP, Thrice, and Saosin. We also look at the new music from Descendents, Sum 41, Yellowcard, and A Day to Remember. Plus, there's a nice tangent all about Less Than Jake. This is a fun one! We hope you like it. Hosts + More: Jason Tate Thomas Nassiff @encorepodcast Subscribe on iTunes: chr.us/encoretunes Show Archive: chorus.fm/encore If you like our show, please rate it in iTunes, recom...
125: I Too Am a Nightmare
May 27, 2016 11:55 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBThis week's episode takes a look at Brand New's new single "I Am a Nightmare," the new Chorus logo, the changes at Twitter, how Bandcamp is doing, and Riot Fest. Sponsor: Creep Records: Check out the latest release from JANK and make sure to use the promo code CHORUSMENDSBROKENHEARTS for 10% off your purchase in their webstore. Hosts + More: Jason Tate Thomas Nassiff @encorepodcast Subscribe on iTunes: chr.us/encoretunes Show Archive: chorus.fm/encore If you like our show, please ra...
124: Advance Music Culture
May 13, 2016 07:03 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBThis week's episode looks mostly at "Advance Music Culture" and what the expectations are for journalists that get advances. Has the music press become too "braggy"? What about bands that don't want people to "hype" up their albums? We also talk about the new Marvel movie 'Civil War', Radiohead, Modern Baseball, and answer a couple listener questions. Sponsor: Safely: Check out the band's new album right now — pick it up, listen to it, enjoy their music. Out now via RonaldRecords.com. Hos...
123: Bored to Death
May 06, 2016 07:45 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBThis week's episode is mostly about Blink-182 and their new song "Bored to Death" and upcoming album 'California.' Of course we talk about that a bunch. There's also some talk about Drake, a couple listener questions, and some talk of beer and basketball. Sponsor: Safely: Pre-orders are up for the new EP right now — pick it up and get an instant download of the album. American XO: Grab the new song "Brain Dead" for free on Soundcloud right now and check out other EPs as well. Hosts + Mor...
122: Song Clip Fiasco
April 29, 2016 14:54 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBOn this week's episode we mourn the passing of Prince, discuss Beyonce's surprise album release and look how perfect the marketing behind this roll out seemed to be, and try and predict what the new Blink-182 song you've all heard would sound like three days early. We discuss Bayside's new album, The Hotelier releasing a new song, and then tackle some listener questions. We discuss "image" of bands, vinyl, how we read websites, and if we can declare emo has been "revived" now. Sponsor: Th...
121: Teaching a Brand New Fan to Fish
April 22, 2016 13:30 - 1 hour - 49.6 MBThis week's episode looks at The Story So Far kicking a fan, a discussion of our favorite bands growing up and if we still listen to them, what services we use to discover new music, why Jason posts about mainstream music these days, Taylor Swift and Jimmy Eat World, and Moose Blood signing with Hopeless Records. We end with some talk about Green Day, Blink-182, and we wonder why Avatar is going to have way too many movies. Sponsors: Creep Records: Creep Records are a great record shop and...
120: No Guilt, Just Pleasure
April 15, 2016 12:51 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBThis week's episode looks at the first week of Chorus.fm, takes a look at a whole bunch of upcoming movies (Star Wars, Fantastic Beasts, Civil War) gives some thoughts on Batman v Superman, and talks a little about comic books. Then we dive into this week's main topics: Record Store Day, do we believe in "guilty pleasures" for art, our thoughts on buying albums while on sale from a label, and if a bad album from a band can ruin them for us. We end by talking about if we'd leave our jobs for ...
119: chorus.fm
April 08, 2016 13:21 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBThis week's episode looks at the backstory, the creation, and the founding of chorus.fm. Hosts + More: Jason Tate Thomas Nassiff @encorepodcast Subscribe on iTunes: chr.us/encoretunes Show Archive: chorus.fm/encore If you like our show, please rate it in iTunes, recommend it in Overcast, and tell some friends about it -- it really does help! Thank you so much for listening. If you have any questions you'd like us to talk about on air, please use the hashtag #askEncore on Twitter.
118: The Great Tank Top Purge
March 03, 2016 23:49 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBWe start by talking a little about the Academy Awards, do some follow-up on last weeks "best 10 albums of the last 15 years," and then tackle some reader questions. Thomas recounts his history with Set Your Goals, we give some updated thoughts on The Wonder Years' last album, and we look at how we've changed or matured how we handle conversations on the forums. We talk a bit about "where to start" with different forms of art by well known musicians or authors or filmmakers and then get into ...
117: Ten Albums, Last Fifteen Years
February 26, 2016 00:20 - 2 hours - 93.9 MBSo what are your ten favorite albums of the last fifteen years? That's the question that makes up the main topic of this week's episode of Encore. The rules are simple: favorite albums, 2001-2015, there can be only ten. We'd love to see your lists in the replies and you'll find our super-sized episode goes into detail on how we picked the albums on our own lists. This was way harder than I expected. This week's episode also covers some news on Kanye West and his new album, some first impress...
116: More Pineapple Drinks Please
February 12, 2016 04:29 - 1 hour - 47.1 MBThis week we discuss Thomas going on a cruise, some about the Super Bowl and the half-time show, and the internet's reaction to the half-time show, and some about the commercials. We then tackle the main topic this week: Discussing albums we don't like in the most productive way, how our feelings on an album may be swayed by someone else's passioned defense or take-down of an album, and how this may or may not be related to the new Say Anything album. We finish up with a few questions about ...