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Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock

J and Tim dig into the grunge, alt-rock, and indie albums that changed everything—the forgotten classics, the underappreciated masterpieces, and the legends worth hearing again. One album at a time. Let’s dig it out.

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#171: Bang, the Earth is Round by The Sugarplastic

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2014/04/22

We're back with another listener review, this week week exploring the quirky power-pop of The Sugarplastic on their sophomore 1996 release, Band The Earth Is Round. The Sugarplastic combine the twisted pop of XTC and the Pixies with clear Beatles influence, occasionally detouring into They Might Be Giants and Presidents of the United States goofy-pop territory. The album works in places, but does it make for a cohesive listen? Tune in to find out.Songs in this Episode: Intro - Another Myself 2:35 -

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#170: A Very Special Afghan Whigs Episode

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2014/04/15

Grab a beverage, find a comfortable seat, or hop in the car for a road trip, because this is a long one. We take in an in-depth look at the history of one our favorite bands, The Afghan Whigs, with special guest Lee Heidel, proprietor of SummerKiss.com, the longest running and most comprehensive Afghan Whigs, Twilight Singers, Gutter Twins and all-things Greg Dulli website on the planet. Then, we go off into uncharted territory and review a new album! Do To The Beast is the first Afghan Whigs album

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#169: Play With Love by Crow

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2014/04/08

We're back again to Australian for this week's requested review - the 1998 album Play With Love by Crow. Dark and ominous, with comparison to Girls Against Boys and Nick Cave, Crow shift gears throughout the album, from an industrial grind one track to a samba swing on the next - a dangerous combination in the wrong hands. Does Crow have what it takes to pull it off? Tune in to find out. Songs in this Episode: Intro - A Broken Machine4:49 - History of the Band13:03 - Hate Need16:55 - Swollen

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#168: Elsewhere for 8 Minutes by Something for Kate

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2014/04/01

Our run of Requested Reviews continues with the 1997 debut album Elsewhere for 8 Minutes by Australia's Something for Kate. On the surface this band sounds like a slightly edgier Bush, but dig deeper (as we always do) and a more complex and interesting band appears. But what made Bush successful, besides Gavin Rossdale's beautiful hair, were the radio-friendly vocal hooks. Does SFK produce the same results? Tune in to find out. Songs in this Episode: Intro - Prick2:41 - History of the Band11:54 -

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39:27

#167: Self Titled LP by Karp

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2014/03/25

This week's Requested Review provides us with one of heaviest and loudest bands we've ever covered, Karp, and their third and final album, Self Titled LP. At only eight songs and barely thirty minutes, Self Titled LP is still a challenging album to get through thanks to plenty of abrasive mid-level frequency guitar, tempos that move from Melvins-eque sludge to frenetic punk, with a screaming vocal on top of it all. How can we not love this combination? Tune in to find out. Songs in this

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39:10

#166: Beat by Bowery Electric

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2014/03/18

A listener suggestion takes us into previously unexplored territory - namely the ambient trip-hop of Bowery Electric, and their 1996 album Beat. Simple is an understatement, as Bowery Electric takes minimalism to near Brian Eno levels, experimenting with two-note songs and lyric-less vocals. You might expect a hate-fest from two rock lovers, and you'd be wrong. Tune in to find out where the surprises lie on Beat. Songs in this Episode: Intro - Without Stopping4:57 - History of the Band8:35 -

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#165: 10 Minute Warning by 10 Minute Warning

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2014/03/11

This week we're tackling the one and only release by Seattle punk band 10 Minute Warning, their 1998 self-titled album. The story of 10MW is long and troubled, taking over 20 years to release their only album, but what really matters is the music. This slab o' grunge sounds more appropriate for 1988 than 1998, but thanks to the combination of musicians and producer, 10MW sounds much more like an originator than an imitator. Songs in this Episode: Intro - Buried,3:06 - History of the Band18:01 - Face

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#164: Ear Candy by King's X

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2014/03/04

A listener suggestion brings us the sixth studio album by King's X, their 1996 release Ear Candy. Respected and admired by musicians and a legion of dedicated fans, King's X may be the quintessential overlooked and under-appreciated Dig Me Out band. Despite heavy riffs, immaculate production and layers of harmonies, Ear Candy never made an impact on commercial radio. We try to figure out why. Songs in this Episode: Intro - Sometime3:40 - History of the Band12:49 - The Train20:08 - American Cheese

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#163: Psalm 69 by Ministry

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2014/02/25

Thanks to a listener suggestion, we're finally getting a chance to revisit Ministry, and their 1992 release Psalm 69. Much like the band, we cover a lot of ground with a lengthy discussion on this important and influential album, with special guest (and suggestor) Matthew Sleightholme joining us from the UK to tackle the sounds, politics and narcotic indulgences of Al Jourgenson and crew. Songs in this Episode: Intro - N.W.O.7:52 - History of the Band21:34 - Just One Fix46:11 - Jesus Built My

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#162: 30 Something by Carter the Unstoppable Sex Machine

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2014/02/18

#162: 30 Something by Carter the Unstoppable Sex Machine Our first Requested Review of the year gives us a chance to check out Carter the Unstoppable Sex Machine, and their 1991 sophomore album 30 Something. Carter USM run the proverbial gamut of music history, from orchestral waltzes to Pet Shop Boy-esque dance anthems to Ministry and Sex Pistol vitriol, but with a bevy of digital help. Does the 1991 keyboard and drum programming stand the test of time? Tune in to find out. Songs in this

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#161: Stereo Type A by Cibo Matto

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2014/02/11

With a new Cibo Matto album out this week, it's a perfect time to revisit the oddball band from the 90s and their sophomore album Stereo Type A from 1999. Expanding their band and sound allows the band to bring in a variety of elements and genres not heard on their debut release, but does that equal too much of a good thing? Tune into find out. Songs in this Episode: Intro - Spoon6:38 - History of the Band20:29 - Moonchild30:05 - Speechless43:42 - StoneOutro - Sci-Fi Wasabi Follow

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#160: Nu-Clear Sounds by Ash

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2014/02/04

Although 90s Britpop is best known for Oasis and Blur, plenty of bands skirted the edges of stardom, among those are Ash. This week we revisit their 1998 sophomore album Nu-Clear Sounds. Dabbling equally in Britpop and American alternative, Nu-Clear Sounds bounces from delicate ballads to fuzzed-out rave-ups in an instant. Is it genius, or jarring? Tune in to find out. Songs in this Episode: Intro - Jesus Says 3:50 - History of the Band 8:54 - Projects 16:49 - Wild Surf 27:50 - Fortune Teller Outro

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#159: Grande Rock by The Hellacopters

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2014/01/28

It’s time to bring the rock, Grand Rock that is, in the form of Sweden’s The Hellacopters, and their 1999 album. Borrowing equally from the Motown garage rock of the MCS, Stooges and Sonic Rendezvous Band, as well as stadium rockers like KISS and The Who, The Hellacopters combine it all into one big, bombastic record. While the stripped down garage rock of The White Stripes and Strokes would kick-off the '00s, The Hellacopters among a slew of other Swedish acts would put their own high-octane spin

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#158: Happy Days by Catherine Wheel

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2014/01/21

We've talked about Catherine Wheel many times throughout the years, finally we're getting around to reviewing an album - their 1995 release Happy Days. Although their sophomore album Chrome hinted at a heavier sound from the band, their earlier shoegaze influences were still evident. Not so on Happy Days, which amps up the volume and dips into the New Wave of British Heavy Metal the same way Billy Corgan would on the Smashing Pumpkins 'Gish' and 'Siamese Dream.' Many fans were caught off guard while

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#157: Regretfully Yours by Superdrag

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2014/01/14

Our second review of 2014 takes us to Knoxville, Tennessee to revisit the major label debut album Regretfully Yours by Superdrag. Released in 1996, the same year Alanis Morissette topped the charts while bands like The Verve Pipe, Dave Matthews and Rage Against the Machine followed closely behind, the retro power-pop of Superdrag seems radically out of place. Though they managed to breakthrough with Sucked Out, a minor hit, the band never crossed over into mainstream consciousness. Songs in this

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#156: Villa Elaine by Remy Zero

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2014/01/07

For our first review of Season 4, we're revisiting the 1998 sophomore album Villa Elaine by Remy Zero. Comparisons at the time to Radiohead were common, but time reveals other influences creeping in from track to track, making what some would call a diverse, other inconsistent, listen. Is it a worthy album, or does the variety sink Villa Elaine? Tune in to find out. Songs in this Episode: Intro - Prophecy3:22 - History of the Band10:14 - Hermes Bird21:54 - Problem26:24 - Gramarye33:20 - FairOutro -

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#155: Season Three Review

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2013/12/31

Our third season is a wrap, so it's time to recap. We've found our favorite tunes of the past season, and picked our album discovery of the year. Surprises? Maybe. Disagreement? Possible. Tune in to find out, to hear who received our Request a Review Thank You drawing, and for news about the upcoming 2014 season. Songs in this Episode - you have to listen to find out! Follow on Twitter / Facebook Request A Review

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#154: Superfriends by Sweet Water

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2013/12/24

Our final review of the year brings us the 1995 album Superfriends by Sweet Water. Although released right smack in the middle of the 90s, this album feels out of place thanks to big guitar riffs more reminiscent of the 1980s and a lack of anything "alternative." The single "Superstar" failed to connect with a big audience, but there is no doubting it's a damn good song. So how does the rest of the album compare? Tune in to find out. Songs in this Episode: Intro - Cake and Strychnine4:42 - History

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#153: Squinting Before The Dazzle by Throneberry

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2013/12/17

We haven't visited our home state of Ohio in awhile, so this week we're making a trip to Cincinnati to check out Throneberry, and their 1998 album Squinting Before the Dazzle. In the 90s they drew comparisons to fellow 'nati residents The Afghan Whigs, but time has provided more perspective on their third and final record. Are they truly a lesser imitation, or does Throneberry step out of shadow and into their light. Tune in to find out. Songs in this Episode: Intro - Summer School3:43 - History of

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#152: Inhaler by Tad

Dig Me Out: 90s & 00s Rock ·

2013/12/10

Jason wanted to bring the heavy back, so he made this week's pick, the 1993 album Inhaler by Tad. One of the bands often mentioned along with Soundgarden, Alice in Chains and Pearl Jam as early members of the Seattle grunge movement, but never achieving the same level of recognition or success, Tad tread in heavier and harder sounds. Some consider this a lost classic, but do we? Tune in to find out. Songs in this Episode: Intro - Grease Box5:55 - History of the Band19:58 - Grease Box23:39 -

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