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01:13:46

52: Sensory Overload in the Best Way Possible

The Merch Booth ·

2025/11/11

This week Ryan makes Thomas play a game. We discuss the new Rosalia album and the general reaction from, well, everyone. Then we dive into possibly the weirdest night either of us have had since we started this - a show in a laundromat followed by eating crunchwraps in a dive bar during a rave. It was wild. Thomas even wrote about it! Then we review the magnificent new album by Hayley Williams, "Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party." Fun is had and we hope you'll join us! Follow us! instagram |

01:16:12

51: ...Bleeds

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2025/10/30

This week, we chat about John Candy movies and how childhood expeirence shape us. Please make sure to check out Thomas's article, "My Dad, Fear, and John Candy Movies". We also chat about The Album Club which Thomas also wrote about and will be attending soon - more to come there. Then we got into the most recent show Thomas went to as well as the next show we'll be going to - listen to the show to hear more there. We finish up with a review of the new Wednesday album, "Bleeds." It's a fun one

01:22:54

50: Seein' Stars (again)

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2025/10/17

This week, we discuss 3 shows we attended (including a fantastic night seeing Turnstile). We also discuss Spotify running ICE ads (seriously, cancel your subscription now), Taylor Swift's seeming fall from grace, future concerts, and more. Follow us! instagram | threads | bluesky

01:39:14

49: You Oughta Know

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2025/09/16

This week, Thomas and Ryan discuss guilty pleasures, 2 concerts, and an album review. Thomas saw the same concert two days in a row and Ryan joined him for the second one. On our quest, we saw: - odd displays of road rage - vomit in the mosh pit - oblivious concert goers - a broken knee? ankle? - a person whose blood was more alcohol than blood - 3 normal bands? - a double band?? - a triple band??? - a passive aggressive person who was afraid of us???? really???? Follow us! instagram | threads |

01:32:26

48: Will Work for Concert Merch

The Merch Booth ·

2025/09/02

This week we discuss 3 amazing concerts: G-Dragon Oasis w/ Cage the Elephant My Chemical Romance w/ Devo Ryan discusses his feelings and the sheer level of emotion at seeing a band he's loved since he was a child AND seeing the beloved MCR do their thing and be as theatrical as they want to be. Plus, who would have thought they'd bring up Billy Corgan? Thomas discusses K-Pop stuff like a themed store that he and his daughter got to visit as well as light sticks, G-Dragon's appreciation for being

01:03:04

47: A Healthy Dose of Nostalgia

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2025/08/20

This week we discuss eras of music that we miss from our old days - we're old, ya know? We also discuss a few news topics! Trump doesn’t like Oasis criticizing him Godspeed You! Black Emperor remove music, not just from Spotify Neil Young quits Facebook and Instagram over Meta's use of chatbots with children Taylor Swift's new record - Ugh, so much to say Then we review "Live, Vol. 2" by mewithoutYou - nostalgia for Ryan - new for Thomas Come join us, won't you? instagram | threads |

01:07:02

46: Daniel Ick

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2025/08/05

This week we discuss the continuing hate going Daniel Ek's way and the growing list of artists removing their music from Spotify (for good reason). We also discuss a few news items and the devastation of losing Ozzy Osbourne. Then we get into our album reivew for the episode which is Indigo De Souza's "Precipice" where Ryan introduces a new way that he's decided to do these reviews. Next on the list is a K-Pop show, Ryan standing outside listening to Oasis, and My Chemical Romance. See you in 2

01:16:32

45: Go To Concerts Alone

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2025/07/23

This week we discuss the concert Thomas went to alone - not his first one but maybe his best one? Listen and find out. We also discuss a bunch of new hardcore music and some really awesome hip-hop records that have come out over the past week. Then we discuss the unfortuante situation currenlty happening with Laura Jane Grace and her wife, Paris. That's all ongoing so I'm sure there will be more to know before our next episode. Stay tuned! Then we get into the album review - "The Blackest

01:04:12

44: Big Butt Billy

The Merch Booth ·

2025/07/08

This week, Thomas and Ryan get together to talk about a few goings in the world of music. First, Thomas has the question of the week. Next, we talk about Daniel Ek's (Spotify CEO) recent invenstment in Helsing, an AI based defense company. This has had a chilling effect on the indie music scene and they're pulling their music. Will the protest last? We also discuss AI based music and a new AI band making headlines and getting a lot of attention right now which, of course, leads to a discussion about

01:22:42

43: Flying at Tree Level

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2025/06/26

This week, Thomas and Ryan discuss: A few shows Thomas went to A show Ryan went to Turnstile's new album "NEVER ENOUGH" Reddit gatekeepers on the Hardcore subreddit - seriously, post-hardcore bands are still hardcore bands!!! Nelsonville (well, most of it - we're in a freaking heatwave people!) Brand New in Cleveland ...and getting in line early for merch while not having to pay for parking They played Limousine which made Ryan happy Boat horns are funny in quiet songs Brand New in Columbus

01:12:40

42: Going Into Debt for a Good Time

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2025/06/03

This week, we discuss all kinds of things! Taylor Swift getting back her entire library from greasy music industry people Kali Uchis calling out Sleep Token for potentially racist things Stray From the Path breaking up :( Yellowcard's new music can't be saved by Travis Barker which is kind of shocking Americans seem to be going into debt more and more for concert tickets Honorable weekly album release mentions: Bad Beat "LP 2025" Mental Warefare "Everything is Wrong" The Callous Daoboys "I Don't

01:31:04

41: Fingernails Skittering Across Desktops

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2025/05/22

This week, Thomas and Ryan discuss the 2025 Merch Booth Sleepover (really, though). We saw a show at a very cool new venue, saw another show at a very small old venue, had delicious foods and much merriment. We also discuss the new Sleep Token album, Even in Arcadia. Spoiler: it ain't great. Sorry. Pitchfork Review Rolling Stone Review Needle Drop (Fantano) Review Follow us! instagram | threads | bluesky

01:04:04

40: The 2.5 Millionth Person

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2025/05/06

This week, we discuss all kinds of things: Lady Gaga in Brazil New albums that have come out Thomas' addiction to concerts The annoyance of an un-engaged artist playing live We also dig into the new PUP album and discuss our feelings on it as well as new music from Street Power, Knuckle Puck, House of Protection, Silverstein, and Turnstile. Thomas is psyched about the new Florry record and has been listening for a little bit because he's fancy.

01:02:11

39: We're Still Alive

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2025/04/22

This week, we discuss the intervening months since our last show (in January!!) Thomas talks about a few of the 6 concerts he went to (all in a very short time, btw). Ryan talks about the one he went to and the return of his favorite band. We also discuss whatever it is that Blue Origin thinks they're doing, Sabrina Carpenter in Fortnite, a fantastic trip to Hawaii, and the future of this show. Spoiler, we'll be here a bit more often and we'll be discussing, not just concerts, but music in

01:05:44

"Not a part of your Elon agenda" | Joy Oladokun,...

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2025/01/30

This week we talk TV shows, protest music, politics, bad electric cars, and music. It's a real journey this week. Enjoy! Follow us! instagram | threads | bluesky

01:28:24

2024 End of Year Extravaganza | The Year in Music

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2024/12/17

This week Thomas and Ryan discuss the best music of 2024 (at least according to them) Come hang out! Also! Follow us! You can tell us how wrong we are. instagram | threads | bluesky

01:14:28

"A Wall of Hell" | Mustard Plug, Earth Crisis, Four...

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2024/11/25

This week, Thomas and Ryan discuss: New records by Poppy and Kendrick Lamar Earth Crisis with Andy Hurley (Fall Out Boy) on drums Local Cleveland hardcore bands - Slug and Walking Wounded Billie Eilish and the horrors of Cincinatti Four Year Strong, Free Throw, and One Step Closer An update to the Oasis ticket saga Spoiler - it's MCR's fault Sub spoiler - we're going to that! Follow us! instagram | threads | bluesky

01:14:20

"Instant Nostalgia Trip" | La Luz, Terror, Cro-Mags,...

The Merch Booth ·

2024/10/23

This week, we discuss more concerts we went to separately. Don't worry, we'll have one where we're together soon. We also discuss the unfortunate state of Oasis fans in the vicinity of the Chicago tour date, nostalgia trips at hardcore shows, dual headliner issues, and much more. Join us, won't you? Follow us everywhere on Meta platforms…? I guess. Thanks for ruining Twitter, Elon. instagram | threads

01:23:48

"7 Concerts and Not Even One Together"

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2024/10/02

Join us as we discuss 7 completely separate shows we collectively went to this past month and why we didn't attend a single one of those together. Also, hear Ryan stumble through the intro because it's been OVER A MONTH since we last recorded. Many apologies - we'll do better. Follow us everywhere on... Meta platforms…? I guess. Thanks for ruining Twitter, Elon. instagram | threads

01:14:36

"Don't Look... Forward... in Anger or Something" |...

The Merch Booth ·

2024/08/28

This week, we go back and talk about some shows we have attended. We also discuss how life interferes and has kept us from recording / posting for a while. Follow us everywhere on Meta platforms…? I guess. Thanks for ruining Twitter, Elon. instagram | threads

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