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In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss what they’ve been listening to (and loving) for the past few months. In a discussion that spans new releases from old favorites and some emerging talents, the brothers touch on the latest albums from Sharon Van Etten, Arcade Fire, Spiritualized, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Pusha T, and Wet Leg.  Let us know what you’ve been listening to and what we should check out @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy return to the record shelf to revisit Wilco’s third album, Summerteeth. The brothers discuss the origins of the band, the psychedelic pop sound of the album (and what contributed to it), and the tour that led to the greatest live show that Jeremy has ever seen.  Let us know what’s on your record shelf (and why it belongs there) @thebrotherpod on Twitter. We may discuss it in a future episode.

In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy do a deep dive on an old favorite album—Under the Big Black Sun by X. As the first selection by Wyndham in the new The Record Shelf series, the brothers discuss the musical and cultural landscape of the year Under the Big Black Sun was released, including the 70s hangover, the rise of Reaganism, and the songs playing on the radio and pop charts. Then, they dive deep into the album, discussing the history of X and their personal histories with the band.

In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss all the things they’ve been loving lately. First, a return to the movies to discuss the breakthrough Oscar contender from Joachim Trier—The Worst Person in the World. Then, the brothers discuss the latest record from Hurray for the Riff Raff Life on Earth, and how it could be an early contender for album of the year. Finally, Wyndham and Jeremy break down some couch viewing with a discussion on the Kanye West documentary trio Jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy and a nostalgic deep dive on the iconic hip-hop series The Box with Nas’s documentary You’re Watching Video Music Box.

After five years of casually bringing them up in conversation, the Brother Brother Brother podcast has somehow never dedicated a full episode to Spoon—the rock darlings from Austin, Texas. That ends today, as Wyndham and Jeremy break down the three acts of the band’s history, Jeremy’s discovery of them in late 90s Austin, and how the band helped define and take advantage of the mp3 era. Then, the brothers undertake the impossible task of ranking every Spoon album to date. Keep your ears out for Spoon’s next album Lucifer on the Sofa, scheduled to release February 11, 2022. And let us know your favorite song, album, or live show from Brother Brother Brother’s unofficial favorite band @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss the albums they’re looking forward to in 2022. The brothers discuss new releases from old favorites like Spoon, Mitski, and Superchunk; two exciting hip-hop albums from Kendrick Lamar and Danny Brown; and a few up-and-comers destined to become instant classics in the new year. Let us know which album you’re looking forward to most in 2022 @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

In the final episode of the year, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian get together to discuss their collective Top 21 Albums of 2021. The brothers break down the bright spots in an otherwise disappointing year of music, their individual favorite finds, and talk about a few albums they’re looking forward to in 2022. Let us know your favorite albums of the year @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to talk about the biggest music doc in years—Peter Jackson’s The Beatles: Get Back. The brothers break down the origins and history of the footage, the mythos of Yoko and the band’s breakup, the thrill and monotony of the creative process, and how the culture and history of post-war Britain were forever changed by the four lads from Liverpool. Let us know your thoughts on the doc @thebrotherpod on Twitter. And sing along from your own rooftop to our custom The Beatles: Get Back playlist on Spotify.

In this week’s episode, with Christian safely out of earshot, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss R.E.M.—including their entry points to the band, the group’s place in the college alt rock explosion of the ‘80s, and their many evolutions and permutations. Then, the brothers get into Pitchfork Magazine’s recent rescored reviews, issuing their personal criticism of criticism which begs the ultimate question—was this really necessary? Let us know your thoughts on R.E.M. or just vent to us about Pitchfork @thebrotherpod on Twitter. We’re here for all of it.

In this week’s episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian get together to discuss the new Todd Haynes Apple TV+ documentary The Velvet Underground. The brothers break down the unique style, tone, and storytelling of the documentary, the dynamic between John Cale and Lou Reed, and what made these art rockers so damn great—and so important to the history of rock music. Let us know what you thought of the documentary @thebrotherpod on Twitter. And check out the songs of Lou Reed, John Cale, and the Velvet Underground on our custom Episode 190 playlist on Spotify.

In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy once again pit two classic albums against each other in a track-by-track showdown—Husker Du’s New Day Rising vs. Flip Your Wig. The brothers discuss the sheer talent of the band, their impeccable string of success in a single year, and their personal history with each of these classic albums.  If you need more Husker Du in your ear holes, check out the Minneapolis Public Radio podcast Do You Remember? A Podcast About Husker Du—as mentioned in the episode.  And let us know your favorite tracks from the albums @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

In this week’s episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian return for their quasi-quarterly breakdown of the music they’ve been listening to and loving: What Are You Listening To? Volume 13. The brothers breeze through a few forgettable releases before getting to the good stuff—the latest from Low, Turnstile, Tyler, the Creator, Amyl and the Sniffers, and Lord Huron. Let us know what you’ve been listening to lately @thebrotherpod on Twitter. And take a spin through some of our recent favorites on our custom WAYLT XIII playlist on Spotify.

In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down for another track-by-track showdown between two classic albums by a perennial podcast favorite—Let it Be and Tim by The Replacements. The brothers discuss the masterful mix of humor and heart that defines these albums, their slightly anarchic construction, and how the band’s “fuck you” attitude led to fucking greatness.Want to listen along with us? We’ve compiled a track-by-track breakdown on our custom Let It Be vs. Tim playlist on Spotify. And let us know your favorite tracks from these two masterpieces @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down for a track-by-track showdown between two classic Radiohead albums—The Bends and OK Computer. As the guitar rock darling and cerebral masterpiece exchange blows, the brothers discuss the band’s evolution, the music videos that shaped their off-kilter vision, and the lasting impact of these 24 landmark songs. Want to listen along with us? We’ve compiled a track-by-track breakdown on our custom The Bends vs. OK Computer playlist on Spotify. And let us know your favorite tracks from these two seminal albums @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Christian sit down to discuss the new Questlove-directed Hulu documentary Summer of Soul, which chronicles the Harlem Cultural Festival in 1969. The brothers break down the cultural politics of the era, the questionable legacy of Woodstock, and the individual performers that make up this outstanding music doc, including Sly and the Family Stone, The 5th Dimension, Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight & the Pips, and more. Let us know what you thought of the doc on Twitter @thebrotherpod and listen to some of our favorite music from the Harlem Cultural Festival with our custom Summer of Soul playlist on Spotify.

In this week’s episode, Wyndham sits down with esteemed journalist Joe Keohane to discuss his first book The Power of Strangers: The Benefits of Connecting in a Suspicious World. The two discuss the pandemic’s effect on our social skills and the advance of digital creep, the rewards of talking to people outside your circle, the inherent danger of “stranger danger,” and how social customs translate across countries and cultures. Joe Keohane’s book The Benefits of Connecting in a Suspicious World comes out on July 13, but you can pre-order it from Penguin Random House or wherever books are sold.

In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to discuss the Apple TV+ documentary series 1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything. The brothers cover the music that marked the death of the 1960s, the culmination of the anti-war movement, and a darker age of political songwriting in the age of Nixon—in a discussion that includes Marvin Gaye, The Rolling Stones, Sly Stone, the end of the Beatles, Alice Cooper, Kraftwerk, T. Rex, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Carly Simon, Bill Withers, Led Zeppelin, Funkadelic, and the first major benefit concert. Let us know what you think of the documentary @thebrotherpod on Twitter. And if you’d rather just listen to the music, we’ve curated a BBB Goes to 1971 playlist just for you on Spotify.

In this week’s episode, Wyndham, Jeremy, and Christian discuss the albums worth listening to from the past few months. In a conversation that canonizes the phrase “there’s something rocking in the state of Denmark,” the brothers break down the latest releases from Danish rockers Iceage and Communions, then shuffle into the ‘70s to share their thoughts on the latest albums from St. Vincent and Art d’Ecco.Let us know what you’ve been spinning @thebrotherpod on Twitter and take a listen to our custom WAYLTXII playlist on Spotify.

In this week’s episode, Wyndham and Jeremy sit down to remember three legendary musicians who recently passed—rock composer Jim Steinman, hip-hop icon Shock G, and Scottish pop star Les McKeown of Bay City Rollers. The brothers discuss each of the artists’ legacies and the impact they had on culture, the groups they inspired, and the joy they brought to listeners across the world. Do an honorary Humpty Dance with us as you spin our custom Jim Steinman, Shock G, and Les McKeown tribute playlist on Spotify and share your memories of these talented souls with us @thebrotherpod on Twitter.

Three years ago, Wyndham sat down to interview the creator of a podcast who had achieved overnight success. Jake Brennan had only published three episodes of Disgraceland and had already rocketed to the top of Apple’s Most Popular charts. Since then, Brennan has produced seven seasons of his hit show, written a book, and is about to launch the spinoff series Badlands on May 5. Oh, and he’s currently nominated for a Webby (cast your vote below). Disgraceland has evolved into a goliath series in which Brennan tells true stories that expertly blend the worlds of true crime and pop music. Today, we’re revisiting our interview with Jake from April 19, 2018. Take a listen to podcasting history, vote for Disgraceland to win a Webby, and get lost in stories of music and murder. Vote for Disgraceland to win a Webby: https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2021/podcasts/general-series/musicFollow Disgraceland on Amazon Music and learn more about the show here: https://www.disgracelandpod.com/