S01 E104
In this episode, Andrew and Dr Sam dive into the world of singing drummers—because why settle for just bashing skins when you can also belt out tunes? Expect a thorough dissection of jazz chaos theory, led by Peter Evans and his so-called “three-stooges” approach to organised sound. The duo also explore Karen Carpenter’s dual talents, Red Fang’s unadulterated riffage, and Mastodon’s… well, let’s say, questionable riff decisions.
Dr Sam throws in some knowledge grenades about jazz producer legends, while Andrew recalls a traumatic encounter with Reading Festival toilets that left him missing Mastodon for a “pressing” appointment. They also ponder how Robert Wyatt of Soft Machine managed to keep it together, both rhythmically and vocally, before a window accident shifted his life forever. From awkward gig moments to a deep-dive into prog jazz and even John Grant’s soundcheck playlist, this episode has it all—except, maybe, subtlety.
Featured Tracks and Artists:
- Peter Evans and friends with some chaotic jazz noodling
- The Morons with “I Want to Stab You in the Neck” (naturally)
- Anderson .Paak, making soul look way too easy on the Tiny Desk
- Queens of the Stone Age, with zero Grohl vocals
- Yoshida Tatsuya’s wild prog jazz
- A head-turning pick from Soft Machine with Robert Wyatt singing and drumming
Grab your headphones (and maybe a stiff drink); it’s a wild ride through rhythm, riffs, and a solid bit of nonsense.
Riffs of the week
Dr Sam’s Riff
- Peter Evans – Freaks (opening)
Andrew’s Riff
- The Ruins of Beverast – Anchoress in Furs (opening)
Dr Sam’s track choices
- The Morons – Stab You in the Neck (0.10)
- Anderson .Paak – Heart Don’t Stand a Chance (from NPR tiny desk) : 3.57
- Soft Machine – Moon in June (0.20)
- Koenjihyakkei – Rattims Friezz (1.44)
Andrew’s track choices
- The Carpenters – Close to you (1:15)
- Mastodon – Blood and Thunder (opening)
- Queens of the Stone Age – Song for the dead (0:02)
- Velvet Underground – After Hours
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Anderson .Paak – Heart Don’t Stand a Chance (from NPR tiny desk) : 3.57 – https://youtu.be/ferZnZ0_rSM?feature=shared&t=237
