Ongoing History of New Music

Bass players don't always get the spotlight, but without them, rock would sound very different.

In this episode, we explore some of the most creative and influential bassists in alt-rock history, breaking down what makes their playing styles unique and why their contributions were essential to the success of bands like Joy Division, The Cure, R.E.M., Faith No More, Sonic Youth, and more.
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My Chemical Romance became one of the biggest emo bands on the planet, but their journey to stadium-sized success was anything but smooth. In this episode, we trace the band's story through ten traumatic moments that shaped their career, from Gerard Way witnessing 9/11 and the band's early struggles to lineup upheavals, addiction battles, devastating injuries, heartbreak, breakups, reunions, and the tragic fate of former drummer Bob Bayar.

These experiences shaped the music that made MCR an icon for an entire generation.
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If there was ever a Big Bang moment for alternative rock, 1976 might be it.

In Part 2 of our look at the birth of alternative rock, we follow punk's rise from New York to the UK, where bands like The Ramones, the Sex Pistols, The Clash, and The Damned helped kick off a musical revolution. What started as a small scene became the foundation for just about every form of alt-rock that came after.
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1976 wasn't just another year in music. It marked the birth of punk rock and launched alternative culture as we know it. From the gritty stages of CBGB to the first records by the Ramones, Blondie, Patti Smith, and Talking Heads, we trace how a handful of outsiders sparked a movement that would eventually become alt-rock. It's the story of rebellion, creativity, and a year that changed the sound of modern music.
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Ever wonder which pieces of technology changed music forever? From Thomas Edison’s phonograph and the invention of the microphone to the Walkman, the iPod, and today’s streaming platforms, we take a geeky trip through the biggest innovations that transformed how music is created, recorded, distributed, and enjoyed.

Plus the stories behind headphones, magnetic tape, synthesizers, CDs, and digital recording, while looking ahead to what AI and future tech could mean for music.

If you love music, gadgets, and the stories behind how we got here, this one’s for you.
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