Episode Playlist
A Sonic Youth episode 55 - Chuck Prophet, Ron Gallo, Lowertown( 0:28:16)
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This week we look at Chuck Prophet's brand of Californian rock & roll, Ron Gallo's modern garage rock, and Lowertown's jangly low-fi indie pop.
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Published: 15/09/2022 3:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 54 - The Hold Steady's 'Stay Positive', Israel Nash( 0:28:10)
Episode Information
This week Oliver looks at the album that got him hooked on the great storytelling and catchy indie rock sound of The Hold Steady, 2008's 'Stay Positive'.
Also featured is an amazing cover of one of Neil Young's greatest songs by Israel Nash.
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Published: 8/09/2022 2:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 53 - The Chats, Courting, Maya Hawke, Broken Bells( 0:28:11)
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This week we check out the latest record from Australian shed rockers The Chats. The new album continues their penchant for short, fast punk songs with such tracks as 'Boggo Breakout' and 'I've Been Drunk In Every Pub In Brisbane'. Also featured are new releases from brilliant U.K indie rock band Courting, star duo Broken Bells and Stranger Things' Maya Hawke.
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Published: 1/09/2022 3:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 52 - Thee Oh Sees, Khruangbin, Ali Farka Toure, Alvvays, The Beths( 0:27:49)
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This week Oliver looks at some crazy psyched out punk rock from a live album from Thee Oh Sees. Then we look at the first single from the upcoming Khruangbin album which pays tribute to legendary Malain guitarist Ali Farka Touré. Also featured are some exciting new releases from Alvvays and The Beths.
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Published: 25/08/2022 3:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 51 - The War On Drugs, Wet Leg( 0:27:55)
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Oliver looks back on some faves from The War On Drugs, and checks out Wet Leg's cover of an Aussie punk classic!
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Published: 18/08/2022 3:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 50 - Sonic Youth( 0:28:13)
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This week Oliver celebrates episode 50 by exploring the story of the show's namesake, Sonic Youth. Featuring classic tracks, experimental guitar pieces and lesser known works.
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Published: 11/08/2022 3:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 49 - Amanaz, Wurld Series( 0:26:48)
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This week Oliver explores Zambian Rock from Amanaz. While their music is obscure, it has found its way into the consciousness of indie fans.
Also featured is Christchurch based shoegaze and Pavement influenced group Wurld Series.
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Published: 4/08/2022 3:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 47 - Indie New Releases( 0:28:9)
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This week's A Sonic Youth is all about catching up on the exciting indie new releases from the past few weeks. Featuring artists such as Julia Jacklin, The Wedding Present, J Mascis and Saya Gray.
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Published: 21/07/2022 3:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 44 - Molina and Magnolia Electric Co( 0:26:43)
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This week Oliver looks at the second part of the Jason Molina story. This episode focuses on Molina's work under Magnolia Electric Co, with a main focus on his Neil Young influenced live album. Also featured is a haunting solo track.
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Published: 30/06/2022 3:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 43 - Songs:Ohia( 0:28:9)
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This week Oliver explores Jason Molina's remarkable alt rock Americana work as Songs: Ohia. His works blends rock, blues, country and lo-fi with incredible songwriting that grapples with love and sorrow.
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Published: 23/06/2022 3:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 42 - Indie Covers pt3( 0:28:6)
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Oliver checks out his favourite covers - taking in tracks originally done by Nirvana, New Order, Prince, The Rolling Stones and Warren Zevon.
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Published: 16/06/2022 3:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 41 - Mudhoney, Drive-By Truckers( 0:28:4)
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This week Oliver looks at the ultimate grunge band Mudhoney (think Nirvana but better), focusing on the tracks from the band's earlier days on their 'Superfuzz Bigmuff' record. Then we explore some tracks from the new Drive-By Truckers album.
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Published: 9/06/2022 10:15:00 a.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 40 - Craig Finn, Mt Joy, Gymnastics In The Seventies, Wedding Present( 0:28:4)
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This week Oliver looks at the latest solo album from The Hold Steady front man Craig Finn. Then he looks at some standout tracks from Mt. Joy and Gymnastics In The Seventies. Also featured is the latest of the 24 songs The Wedding Present is due to release each month of this year.
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Published: 2/06/2022 3:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 39 - NZ Music( 0:28:15)
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This episode Oliver celebrates New Zealand Music Month with some tracks from favourite Kiwi artists. Featuring The Chills, Half Eaten Pie, Bitter Defeat, The Bats and Flight Of The Conchords.
Published: 26/05/2022 10:45:00 a.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 38 - Pip Blom, Drive-By Truckers, Dream Wife( 0:28:4)
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This week's show features two great female led indie rock bands. Pip Blom transcends the indie pop genre with their catchy hooks and punk influences and Dream Wife is quite possibly the greatest Riot Grrrl influenced band at the moment. Also featured is the latest new single from Drive-By Truckers, a seven minute epic about late night drives and experiences from touring the country. Follow the show - FB and Insta @asonicyouthpodcast
Published: 19/05/2022 3:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 34 - Kurt Vile, Drive-By Truckers( 0:27:50)
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This week Oliver checks out a new record from Kurt Vile. This one, Vile's ninth, is as spaced out as ever. Also featured is a new single from southern rockers Drive-By Truckers, which came with the announcement of a new album.
Published: 20/04/2022 3:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 33 - Wet Leg, Pavement( 0:27:59)
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This week Oliver looks at two highly anticipated album releases, Wet Leg's self-titled debut and a reissue of Pavement Terror Twighlight. Both bands have been used as examples of a sudden rise to the top of indie from a previously unknown group, and they both make some pretty great music too. Follow @asonicyoutpodcast on Facebook and Insta
Published: 14/04/2022 3:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 32 - DOPE LEMON, Angus and Julia Stone, Teenage Fanclub( 0:27:43)
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This week we have some moody psych rock from Angus Stone of Angus & Julia Stone and Dope Lemon. Oliver's impressed by the variety of sounds Stone uses on his records while still staying true to the psych sound of Dope Lemon. Also featured is a sunny new single from indie legends Teenage Fanclub. Follow A Sonic Youth - FB & Insta @asonicyouthpodcast
Published: 7/04/2022 3:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 30 - Matthew Sweet, Jess Locke, Kurt Vile( 0:28:6)
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This week Oliver looks at an ultimate pop rock album, Matthew Sweet's 'Girlfriend'. Also featured is a track from Melbourne based indie rocker Jess Locke and a new single from Kurt Vile. Follow A Sonic Youth on Facebook and Insta - @asonicyouthpodcast
Published: 24/03/2022 3:00:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 17 - An Indie Xmas( 0:27:8)
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On this special Christmas episode of A Sonic Youth we explore Indie Christmas music with featured tracks from Pom Pom Squad, Elephant Stone, Psychic Ills, He 5, The Vacant Lots and The Fuzztones. Also featured is a recently released cover of Nada Surf's hit "Popular".
Published: 23/12/2021 11:30:00 a.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 7 - Alt-J, Dinosaur Jr, Los Bitchos( 0:27:50)
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On this week's episode of A Sonic Youth your host Oliver Grey looks at Alt-J's An Awesome Wave, an album that he believes is truly unique. He also discusses his favourite Dinosaur Jr track and looks at a new release from latin surf rockers Los Bitchos.
Published: 14/10/2021 2:30:00 p.m.
A Sonic Youth episode 5 - Alt-J, Oh No, Bleached, Wavves, The Black Angels, Sam Flax( 0:27:2)
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Your host Oliver Grey checks out the music from his favourite video game - Grand Theft Auto 5 - and new releases. Features tracks from Alt-J, Oh No, Bleached, Wavves, The Black Angels, Sam Flax
Published: 30/09/2021 3:00:00 p.m.