Talk of band member disagreements and behavioral analysis crawl from the bottom of a dark lake in this episode. Mike and Billy dissect 'Synchronicity II' by The Police and explore the perfectly written lyrics that nod to the works of Carl Jung.

Synchronicity II video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5FPPoLqkCk

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Matt shares yet another one of his favorite musical genres, British pop! He brings 'Love it When You Call' by The Feeling. The hosts explore how popular music penetrates regionally and globally and how depending on where you live, how different your musical journey can be.

Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXNZNX5m2Ns

Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMMO4Nwidq0

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Billy gives Matt another treat by introducing him to Aretha Franklin's cover of 'It's Your Thing' by the Isley Brothers, featuring the legend himself, Marcus Miller. Billy breaks down what he loves about the song while Matt tells the tale of meeting one of his heroes.

'It's Your Thing' by Aretha Franklin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IeNumGy0w-E

'It's Your Thing' by The Isley Brothers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vajsXO3Ub-4

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It's time to talk about Living Colour and their hit song, 'Cult of Personality'. Not only did Mike choose this tune for today's episode in light of recent events but he also provides insight on his personal experience working within the Washington D.C. machine. The song explores the dangers of following a cult of personality whether the figurehead is good or bad.

'Cult of Personality' music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xxgRUyzgs0

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Billy and Derek reminisce about their childhood and introduction to Rage Against The Machine. Billy wishes RATM was making their debut within the last decade while Derek explores whether or not 'Wake Up' needs trumpets. The hosts also discuss the importance of bands like RATM to what the US has been going through the last thirty years.

'Wake Up' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZaTCl0fqIX0

Drummer Jess Bowen Hears RATM for the first time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSX7D-dJRBo&t=670s

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Matt Berry joins Billy to talk about his favorite Queen song, 'It's Late'. The hosts discuss their history with Queen and whether any publicity is good for a band.

'It's Late' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2c6qblEwnQ

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Christmas episode!!! Derek brings us 'Break it Down Again' by Tears For Fears and the hosts discuss the history of the band, the tonal influences on the song, and a few letters Derek received about the podcast!

'Break it Down Again' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAc7sFurdUI

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Billy and Mike talk about New Orleans legend, Dr. John, and his influence on music in that region. They discuss their experiences leading them in the direction of discovering Dr. John as well as their appreciation for the incredible drumming skills of Herman Ernest III.

'Food for Thot' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzuWKyZYxcE

'Food for Thot' live on Conan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KcMqT7p5Bwk

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Matt and Billy dive deep into their love of the 80's with UK pop group, Scritti Politti's hit single, 'Perfect Way'! The hosts talk about the importance of utilizing empty space in songs as well as gush over the incredible lyrics by Scritti Politti's lead singer, Green Gartside.

'Perfect Way' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9GO13DbJis

'Perfect Way' by Miles Davis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CN-ClAJlE_A

'Perfect Way' Lyrics: https://genius.com/Scritti-politti-perfect-way-lyrics

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Billy and Derek are deep into the 80's with the corpo-rock hit by Starship, 'We Built This City'. They discuss the effectiveness of older recording techniques to achieve more powerful sounds compared to current methods.

'We Built This City' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PAVf9qUd5lw

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Derek introduces Billy to this rockabilly, punk hit from Australian band, The Living End; and shares just how the song takes you through a roller coaster of momentum from start to finish.

'Prisoner of Society' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfKQSQe8mmQ

'Prisoner of Society' music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVtD4qMy5Hc

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Matt and Billy take a trip down nostalgia lane with The Click Five's 'Angel to You (Devil to Me)'. The song is undoubtedly a "cheesy pop" song but contains several elements to separate it from the rest of the genre. Also, what ever happened to the lost art of the liner notes?

'Angel to You (Devil to Me)' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=We4CgFHIjQ0

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Lead singer for 7 Deadlies joins the pod and brings 'Espresso' by Sabrina Carpenter. Laura and Billy discuss the song's 80's sound with 50's visuals. In a gutsy move, Laura-in her debut episode-is willing to dive into a conversation Billy wanted to have about the sexualization of music made by and for women.

'Espresso' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51zjlMhdSTE

Music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVli-tstM5E

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Mike and Billy gush over the late Tom Petty. Mike talks about the incredible bass lines in 'Free Fallin' and the two discuss the creativity and talent it takes to turn a simple progression into a lasting masterpiece.

'Free Fallin' music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lWJXDG2i0A

'Free Fallin' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SccggMlZQtw

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This week, Derek and Billy talk about Danny Elfman's prolific music career as a composer and his time with Oingo Boingo. The hosts break down the misfit anthem, 'On The Outside' with attention to its ska rhythms. Also, how do musicians balance their "voice" with something different that may better serve a final product?

'On The Outside' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQOaaRlUk4A

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Mike and Billy dig into the controversial hit song, 'Seventeen', by 80's metal band, Winger. Mike shares some of his knowledge of mixing techniques while Billy tries to explain how the lyrics are not creepy at all.

'Seventeen' music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Irc5j1gkihY

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Matt and Billy indulge in the majesty of denim-rock during their discussion of The Doobie Brothers' 'China Grove'.

'China Grove' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RX7iHsAIw9o

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The Setlisters welcome new co-host, Derek Evry as he and Billy break down ‘Italian Leather Sofa’ by Cake. Part music teacher, Derek brings his knowledge of unorthodox instruments as well as his understanding of the musician’s mind.

‘Italian Leather Sofa’ by Cake: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfVIkt0La50

‘Dreams’ by Buddy Miles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cCJ2m_nz5I

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Mike fills us in on his recent injury before introducing us to the strange and the creepy in Primus' song, 'Mr. Krinkle'. The hosts detail the band's rise and staying power through a series of fortunate events.

'Mr. Krinkle' music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOdo7dhvSwg

'Mr. Kinkle' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCRnHnQyUHw

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Billy and Matt gush over Swedish band, Dirty Loops' collaboration with Cory Wong and their pop/jazz hit, ‘Follow the Light’. They also talk about creative control and the value of organic composition and whether it’s better than being predictable.

‘Follow the Light’ music video: https://youtu.be/-UBcxKiS550?si=0-qDCNk2hJO-64YI

Jack Gardiner guitar playthrough: https://youtu.be/ZvF0jt2SXZY?si=0WakPubsdJGBMg4A

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Billy is joined by Ben Powell to talk about stop.drop.rewind’s ‘Hold it Over Me’. Ben talks about discovering the band via TikTok and the hosts discuss mixing genres and how modern bands gain an audience. Plus, a few thoughts on the social media controversy over Eminem’s ‘Houdini’.

‘Hold it Over Me’ video: https://youtu.be/ZbE9iGRCPZ0?si=eIaFGZLjkWS5ajGO

‘Houdini’ video: https://youtu.be/22tVWwmTie8?si=_awrNBTPo_pR0WOQ

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Matt Berry joins Billy Gallagher as the pair discusses Greg Howe’s rock group, Maragold. The two also talk about how the music industry views and treats women as well as the elements of a pop-rock song.

‘Evergreen is Golder’ – Maragold video: https://youtu.be/s2HmV2lR9KM?si=x3ydV4-zWiC89RVy

Greg Howe & Michael Jackson – Black or White Live: https://youtu.be/SUeAu3akDGs?si=c9TCeRH3JsMn0Sq0

Greg Howe talking about going on tour with Michael Jackson: https://youtu.be/-4KvGu__WNI?si=1bjtnMIVG9DgVNXA

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Billy and Mike return and talk about one the most popular R&B soul groups, the Average White Band. On this episode they discuss AWB’s cover of ‘Work to Do’ by The Isley Brothers. The hosts also discuss how certain covers keep the bones of the original while creating almost a completely different song.

Links:

‘Work to Do’ by Average White Band: https://youtu.be/PSl_3IVyWqw?si=r2fKEtk_SFkAnNb2

‘Work to Do’ by The Isley Brothers: https://youtu.be/PypfrakhqNU?si=UXAKSSTdPWqCYBjd

‘Ozzy Osborne video (his reaction to the solo at 2:30): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpMZJVKyzm0

Allan Gorrie and Onnie McIntyre 2017 interview: https://youtu.be/7VtMs31cX24?si=caM5CbcmG7u8xfzK

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Is there such a thing as too many band members? Is it possible to sing that high? These are the questions on Billy & Matt's mind as they discuss the addictive grooves of Earth, Wind & Fire. The hosts talk about their history with the band and the complexity hidden beneath what appears on the surface as a simple song.

'In The Stone' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYZ89oPk6is

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Billy Gallagher and Ben Powell reveal how they reconnected. Then they talk about the background of popular musician, Steve Miller, and his song Jungle Love, which wasn’t written by him or for him.

‘Jungle Love’ https://youtu.be/qGnCyMc_X-4?si=3EBGIdlTXnfQl1YY

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Billy Gallagher and Matt Berry talk The Cure, and their song, Want. Matt and Billy get into some of the origins of their musical taste and some of the visuals they get when listening to music.

‘Want’ https://youtu.be/XP6IeFi57bw?si=tfmGVLuHCX7a9Gxl

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Billy Gallagher and Mike Lumer discuss Shaping a Single Grain of Sand by Dutch, metal band, Textures and their killer drummer, Stef Broks. The two dive into the music video and some history of the metal genre.

'Shaping a Single Grain of Sand' https://youtu.be/JKtvJUyFX5U?si=Z1AKBW4cFteSG3tM

Will Ramos throat camera https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ua8SuWNPrLE

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Derek and Billy discuss the sultry tones of Fiona Apple in her gritty song, 'Criminal'. They talk about the production and feel of the steamy music video as well as how the style of the leading ladies in the industry have shifted since the 90's.

'Criminal': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZsfcleS7zc

Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFOzayDpWoI

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Billy and Mike explore the creativity and execution of Polish band, Disperse in their fusion-drenched song, 'Message From Atlantis'. Mike dives into his history with the band as well as the intricacies found within the song. Billy opens up about the visuals and emotions the song brings out of him.

Music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RagW200RFYA

Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=geK89t6wnsU

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Matt shares a gem from one of his favorite groups, Cheap Trick. Tip of the hat to Matt for carrying the episode as Billy had pulled three late-nighters recording with the other co-hosts. The two explore the pros and cons of intrusive record labels and producers.

'Heaven's Falling' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0loGhxoLUBw

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Derek and Billy head back to 1988 with Canadian rock group, Killer Dwarfs' upbeat, blues-rock tune, 'I'm Alive'! Billy explains what he wants out of a motivational song and how the lyrics depart from traditional "turn my life around" songs.

'I'm Alive' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prmEFzPwtsk

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'O.I.L.' by the late great Jeff Beck is a sexually charged commentary on greed with Rosie Bones of BONES UK on vocals. Mike surprises Billy in this episode with his take on the song.

'O.I.L.' song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6JMgT6QeF8

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Derek Evry introduces Billy to Jacques Lu Cont's remix of one of The Killers' most popular songs, 'Mr. Brightside'. The hosts explore the idea of how drug use can effect how music is received and whether or not it is required for full enjoyment.

'Mr. Brightside' JLC REMIX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6DyPsCXxIk

'Mr. Brightside' The Killers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gGdGFtwCNBE

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William is still trying to figure out why he picked this song. Perhaps it's nostalgia, or maybe it's simply a really cool guitar riff. Mike and William talk about Mark Knopfler's lyrical choices and guitar chops as well as the use of early CGI in the making of the music video.

Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZC1Pdsppch4

Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTP2RUD_cL0

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Derek and William look beyond the allegations to the title track on the greatest selling record of all time, 'Thriller' by Michael Jackson. Derek gushes over Vincent Price and the hosts talk about how iconic and expensive the music video was.

Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BsuEjAw5hg0

Thriller Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOnqjkJTMaA

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Better get the kids out of the room because Matt and William are digging up the old 80's pop chestnut, 'Nasty Girl' by Vanity 6. The Prince produced pop hit made it into the 'Beverly Hills Cop' movie while lead vocalist, Denise Matthews aka Vanity, found not only acting work but also Jesus when she became a born-again Christian.

'Nasty Girl': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZnKUXgFaF0

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Mike brings us the brief but incredible track, 'Story 2' by rap group CLIPPING. The song gives the listener a view of the life of a former arsonist and the rapid unraveling of his life in an instant. The hosts discuss the world-building qualities of the lyrics and the in-depth storytelling rapper and actor, Daveed Diggs is able to achieve in such a short song. The success of his storytelling is achieved partly by the fact that he trusts the listener is smart enough to understand and surmise details and premises with only a portion of the picture.

Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbU9UUwxBxA

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Whether it's meticulous recording techniques, stage-presence or using sports broadcasting equipment to shoot a music video, Queen does it all for what is arguably their most popular song, 'Bohemian Rhapsody'. William and Laura gush over the incredible work that was put into the making of the operatic rock ballad.

Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xG16sdjLtc0

Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJ9rUzIMcZQ

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Billy and Derek are back with Green Day's 'Wake Me Up When September Ends' which has become somewhat of an internet meme. The two discuss the music video and how it diverges from the actual meaning of the song as well as other topics including art vs. commercialism.

Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGhwBFYtn1s

Music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NU9JoFKlaZ0

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With their reunion tour in full swing, the co-hosts talk Oasis. Matt has brought his favorite song by the group, 'Little by Little'. They touch on the infighting of the band, including a lawsuit and the extremely 1990's feel of the music video.

Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZThbfRjhEV4

Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tM1RS_5IAiE

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Matt joins Billy as he indulges in one of the bands from his childhood. Dutch rap/rock band, Urban Dance Squad helped to solidify Billy as a true 90's kid. The two hosts talk about artistry vs. commercialization and how life experience can influence a musician's style.

'Good Grief': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hAgQtt4sGJ8

UDS Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFV58AGgiqU

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Billy tries to understand Derek's aversion to prog-rock as the two talk about DarWin's single, 'Man vs. Machine'. The song ponders our relationship with technology and AI, weighing the pros and cons. The hosts talk recording techniques and highlight drummer/producer Simon Phillips' old-school approach in a new age of recording.

'Man vs. Machine': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86LlGvMG6YY

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Billy throws Laura for a loop with this humorous blues number featuring an angry couple who might still have a spark of love smoldering beneath the flying insults. 'I Hate You' is a straightforward blues tune but takes it to another level when singers Thelma Houston and Masta Edwards begin trading vile comments, even the background vocalists join in.

'I Hate You': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Q5CKcbfsQA

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