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Supertramp

Referenced in 5 episodes

#264: Clark Vogeler

July 31, 2026

Clark Vogeler, guitarist for the Toadies, discusses the band's new album "The Charmer" recorded with Steve Albini just weeks before his death, and how they're boldly performing 11 of the album's 19 songs in their setlist to surprisingly enthusiastic young audiences. The episode also features a lengthy debate about instrumental songs versus "background music," with the hosts and Vogeler sharing picks ranging from Santo and Johnny's "Sleep Walk" to Iron Maiden's catalog, while disagreeing about whether passive listening to music like Tortoise has merit. Vogeler reflects on his transition from film editing to music, the band's frustrating six-year delay between albums under Interscope Records, and why playing live shows remains fun for him despite decades in the business.

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#260: MMMBappe

June 26, 2026

Scott discusses the 2022 World Cup, criticizing American fans for chanting "USA" and mimicking White Stripes songs instead of singing in unison like other countries, while declaring his support for Argentina and Messi. The hosts engage in their regular segment debating best and worst album covers, with Scott criticizing Aerosmith's "Get a Grip" and David Lee Roth's "Eat Them and Smile" as worst covers, while Gabe defends iconic covers like The Clash's "London Calling" and The Beatles' "Abbey Road." Scott also praises the recent Toadies tour, particularly highlighting exceptional shows in Yonkers, Boston, and Cincinnati, while expressing frustration with Enjoy the Ride Records' unauthorized vinyl release of Local H's "As Good As Dead.\

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#247: The Joy of Sax with John McCauley

January 30, 2026

Scott Lucas, Ben Reiser, and Gabe Rodriguez discuss the Oscars nominations with surprise guest Jake Newborn, who reveals himself as the "belly flopper" stage diver from a recent Local H show. The hosts then welcome John McCauley from Deer Tick to discuss the best saxophone solos in rock and pop music, with picks ranging from Junior Walker's "Shotgun" to Foreigner's "Urgent" to George Thorogood's "I Drink Alone.

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#233: Road Report #21: Pack Up the Dog

September 11, 2025

Scott Lucas and his band Local H are on a two-month tour with Everclear and Sponge, traveling in a sprinter van with a crew that includes their dog Karen. They discuss life on the road, issues with merchandise sizes, their viral TikTok hit covering "Shock the Monkey", and the polarized reaction to their album Refisted. The hosts also debate the best John Hughes movies, with Scott advocating for Weird Science as the ultimate depiction of the 15-year-old boy psyche.

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#27: Road Report #1: Pre-Opening Night Jitters (LIFERS re-TOUR Week #1)

August 13, 2021

Scott Lucas and Ryan Harding of the band Local H discuss going back on tour after a 17-month hiatus due to the pandemic. They talk about the challenges and uncertainties of touring again, including opening act cancellations, potential shutdowns, and venues requiring proof of vaccination. Despite the difficulties, they are eager to get back on the road and play shows again.

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