For the Record With GG and Adam

Guitar virtuoso Marnie Stern comes roaring back with her first album in 10 years, and the good news is, she still shreds. We discuss "The Comeback Kid" on episode #200 of "For the Record." For all the past episodes, visit ForTheRecordPodcast.com.

Husbands make upbeat indie pop that washes over you and takes you to a sunnier place -- a perfect listen as we start descending into winter. We discuss their fourth album, "Cuatro," on episode #199 of "For the Record."

Milliseconds, a new trio with two members of The Dismemberment Plan, deliver a debut album of energetic, intricate songs confronting alienation and despair. We discuss "So This is How it Happens" on episode #198 of "For the Record."

With their second album, Brooklyn 5-piece Geese take an ambitious swing into new territory that combines classic rock, funky basslines, and over-the-top vocals. We discuss "3D Country" in episode #197 of "For the Record."

Australian singer-songwriter Alex Lahey has taken a major leap forward with her third album, bringing a more sonically expansive approach to her smart, catchy power pop. We discuss "The Answer is Always Yes" in episode #196 of "For the Record."

On their ninth record, Islands confront the absurdity of life with energy, humor, and rich, re-listenable production. We discuss "And That's Why Dolphins Lost Their Legs" in episode #195 of "For the Record."

On her new album, Margaret Glaspy pairs powerhouse vocals with emotive guitar and a stripped-down sound. We discuss "Echo the Diamond" in episode #194 of "For the Record." For all the past episodes, visit ForTheRecordPodcast.com.

Palehound's fourth album journeys through the emotional territory of a breakup with a lot of big riffs. We discuss "Eye on the Bat" in-depth in episode #193 of "For the Record." For all the past episodes, visit ForTheRecordPodcast.com.

On her second LP, Miya Folick blends powerful, emotive vocals with polished pop production to take the listener on an emotional journey. We discuss "ROACH" in-depth in episode #192 of "For the Record." For all the past episodes, visit ForTheRecordPodcast.

On their impressive debut LP, Sir Chloe blend aggressive rock and sweet pop into fresh, varied, and extremely re-listenable songs. We discuss "I Am The Dog" in-depth in episode #191 of "For the Record."

Chicago band Stuck's second album is an indictment of late-stage capitalism that doesn't take itself too seriously. "Freak Frequency" is full of energetic post-punk that's both playful and driving. We discuss it in-depth in episode #190 of "For the Record

Superviolet is the new project from Steve Ciolek, lead songwriter of Ohio cult favorite band The Sidekicks, who put out their last album in 2018 and announced their dissolution last year.

Eyelids are a Portland quintent made up entirely of indie rock veterans, which shows in their breadth of influences and humble approach to songwriting. We discuss their fourth album, "A Colossal Waste of Light," in-depth on episode #188 of "For the Record

Scottish singer-songwriter Hamish Hawk was one of our favorite discoveries from SXSW this year, and his new album "Angel Numbers" combines a warm, soulful voice with wry lyrics and sing-along choruses. We discuss it in-depth on episode #187 of FTR.

Five years after the relesae of their much-acclaimed EP, supergroup Boygenius, consisting of singer-songwriters Lucy Dacus, Phoebe Bridgers, and Julien Baker, are finally back with a full album, titled simply, "The Record."

In episode #185 of “For the Record,” we depart from our usual format to discuss some of our favorite discoveries from the 2023 South by Southwest music conference in Austin, Texas.

After a 10-year hiatus, veteran Portland duo Quasi, half of which is rock's greatest drummer, Janet Weiss, are back with a 10th album of weird, joyful chaos. We discuss "Breaking the Balls of History" on episode #184 of "For the Record."

In episode #183 of "For the Record" we discuss the debut album from The Band Ends, R.E.M. drummer Bill Berry's first band since he "retired" in the late 90s. It's a supergroup of Athens, Georgia music veterans.

Singer-songwriter Margo Price may have established her reputation in Nashville, but her fourth album, "Strays," crosses genres and explores a variety of styles, buoyed by collaborators Sharon van Etten and Lucius.

Toronto band Kiwi Jr. is one of our favorite recent discoveries. Their third album knocks it out of the park with new wave synths, tight and jangly guitars, and clever, rapid-fire lyrics. We discuss "Chopper" on episode #181 of "For the Record."

On their third album, NOLA quartet Special Interest mix energetic dance, menacing industrial, and furious political punk to give listeners the catharsis of both anger and joy. We discuss "Endure" on episode #180 of "For the Record."

The Beths write power pop songs with hooks upon hooks, incredible musicianship, and a lot of heart. We discussed their first record back in episode #92 of "For the Record," but their new, third album was too charming not to do another episode.

The second album from London's Black feminist punk trio Big Joanie is packed with songs both experimental and catchy, confidently using a wide range of musical styles to explore universal themes of longing for community.

Solo artists Katie Crutchfield (of Waxahatchee) and Jess Williamson came together during the pandemic to create Plains, a collaboration centered on gorgeous vocal harmonies and timeless country styles.

On Death Cab for Cutie's 10th studio album, the band makes a surprising return to form while also taking a leap forward with their sound. We discuss "Asphalt Meadows" in-depth in episode #176 of "For the Record."

Australian singer-songwriter Stella Donnelly took an unexpected turn by moving from the traditional indie rock instrumentation of her first album to composing her second album entirely on piano. We discuss "Flood" in-depth in episode #175 of FTR.

In her debut album, "Pure Chaos," Lou Roy embraces the ups and downs of life with clever lyrics, a powerful voice, and impeccable production. We discuss it in-depth in episode #174 of "For the Record."

After four years, Superorganism are finally back, with a second album of kaleidoscopic, maximalist pop that's a ray of sunshine during the darkness of Fogust. We discuss "World Wide Pop" in-depth in episode #173 of "For the Record."

Kentucky singer-songwriter S.G. Goodman's second album uses her unique and powerful vocal style to fuse Americana with garage rock and create a distinctive southern sound. We discuss "Teeth Marks" in-depth in episode #172 of "For the Record."

Portland supergroup Slang’s debut album is diverse, tightly-performed, and creatively-produced, and both deeply weird and unexpectedly catchy. We discuss “Cockroach in a Ghost Town” on episode #171 of "For the Record."

British band Porridge Radio's third album is cathartic, emotional, and invigorating, with unusual song structures and instrumentation. We discuss "Waterslide, Diving Board, Ladder to the Sky" in-depth on episode #170 of "For the Record."

On his new album, singer-songwriter Kevin Morby takes inspiration from Memphis' diverse musical traditions, creating a collection of timeless, joyfully meditative songs. We discuss "This is a Photograph" in-depth on episode #169 of "For the Record."

Arcade Fire‘s ambitious sixth album, “WE,” takes big swings at universal themes with complex, multi-part songs of grand scope and earnest emotion. We discuss it in-depth in episode #168 of "For the Record."

Wet Leg's self-titled debut, preceded by the most intense hype in our recent memory, is packed with catchy, tightly-crafted, and frequently hilarious rock songs. We discuss it in-depth in episode #167 of "For the Record."

Dublin's Pillow Queens were of our favorite discoveries from this year's South by Southwest music conference, and they just released their second LP, "Leave the Light On." We discuss it in-depth in episode #166 of "For the Record."

In episode #165 of “For the Record,” we depart from our usual format to discuss our favorite discoveries from the 2022 South by Southwest music conference in Austin, Texas.

Pigeon Pit's urgent, catchy, lyrically complex folk punk was a new discovery for us, despite this being the band's fourth album. We discuss "Feather River Canyon Blues" in-depth in episode #164 of “For the Record.”

Nashville singer-songwriter Erin Rae takes her music in a new "cosmic country" direction with her third album. A new producer, Wurlitzer, piano, clavinet, and a lush collection of strings give a depth and retro feel to her beautiful, clear voice.

British four-piece Yard Act may be "standing 'round, hand-in-hand, watching the world burn," but they do it with dry humor, tight arrangements, and a danceable post-punk beat. We discuss their debut album, "The Overload," in-depth in episode #162.

On their polished debut LP, Hull, England six-piece Low Hummer explore economic inequality and social alienation with passion, humor, and a range of musical styles. We discuss "Modern Tricks for Living" in-depth in episode #161 “For the Record.”

Remi Wolf blasts out of the gate with a brilliantly chaotic debut record full of maximalist funk-pop that fuses influences from a dizzying array of genres. We discuss "Juno" in-depth in episode #160 “For the Record.”

Snail Mail's Lindsey Jordan bucks the sophomore slump with a lush, expansive second album that expands the horizons of her talent. We discuss “Valentine” on episode #159 of “For the Record.”

On the third album of their solo project Hand Habits, guitar virtuoso Meg Duffy teams up with producer Sasami Ashworth and a crew of talented collaborators to deliver polished, confident, musically varied, and emotionally resonant songs.

Illuminati Hotties, the solo project of producer and multi-instrumentalist Sarah Tudzin, delivers 12 tracks of earnest/funny, clever/silly, and tender/punk music, all played and produced impeccably. We discuss “Let Me Do One More” in episode #157.

San Francisco-based Pardoner combines the best of noisy and melodic 90s rock to express the absurdity and anxiety of living through late-stage capitalism. We discuss "Came Down Different" in episode #156 of “For the Record.”

Bay Area native Sven Gamsky performs under the name "Still Woozy," and his debut record is so full of catchy, sun-drenched earworms that even the breakup songs make you feel good. We discuss "If This Isn't Nice, I Don't Know What Is" in episode #155.

The second record from North Carolina singer-songwriter Indigo De Souza swings wildly between grungy rock, catchy bass grooves, and synth-driven pop, all held together by her powerful and versatile voice. We discuss "Any Shape You Take" in episode #154.

Squirrel Flower's second record brings textured production and a grungier rock sound to back up Ella Williams' gorgeous, warm voice. We discuss "Planet (i)" in-depth on episode #153 of “For the Record.”

Bachelor is the name of a new collaboration between the artists behind Jay Som and Palehound. We discuss their new record, "Doomin' Sun," in-depth on episode #152 of “For the Record.” For all the past episodes, visit ForTheRecordPodcast.com.

Pom Pom Squad’s debut LP, “Death of a Cheerleader,” combines a Motown girl-group sound with a modern punk attitude and excellent pop sensibilities. We discuss it in-depth on episode #151 of “For the Record.”