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Lower by Benjamin Booker | Album Review

Every Album Ever with Mike Mansour & Alex Volz

Release Date: 04/01/2025

Every Album Ever with Mike Mansour & Alex Volz

This week we're discussing every album by This Heat. This is a band we don't really have words for because they're unlike anything we've ever heard. To put a genre on them feels silly, especially considering some of their songs could hardly be considered music. But they are indeed one of the most original bands we've ever come across, with songs that could never be replicated or imitated. This Heat is the real deal. Intro/Band Overview 00:00 This Heat 21:26 Health and Efficiency 36:14 Deceit 39:20 Outro 1:04:02 ...

Episode 223: The Stone Roses

Every Album Ever with Mike Mansour & Alex Volz

This week we're discussing every album by The Stone Roses. This band put out one of the most beloved albums of the 80s and then proceeded to completely crumble under its success, churning out one massive disappointment of a followup five years later, only to immediately break up. A harrowing tale, but at least we have some fun tunes out of it. Intro/Band Overview 00:00 Brian Wilson Tangent 8:59 Back to the Band History 15:29 The Stone Roses 19:23 Second Coming 42:50 Outro 1:08:49 ...

Episode 222: TOOL

Every Album Ever with Mike Mansour & Alex Volz

This week we're discussing every album by TOOL. This band needs no introduction, considering they're one of the most famous metal bands in existence. This is, however, Mike's first deep dive into the band. Some controversial takes here, some not so controversial. But even if you aren't the biggest TOOL fan in the world, there is simply no denying what they do well. Intro/Band Overview 00:00 Undertow 37:24 AEnima 53:04 Lateralus 1:07:24 10,000 Days 1:24:49 Fear Inoculum 1:41:02 Outro 2:10:37 ...

Episode 221: Creedle

Every Album Ever with Mike Mansour & Alex Volz

This week we're discussing every album by Creedle. If you haven't heard of this band, don't worry, no one has. However, we urge you to change that today. Creedle is one of the most criminally underrated and underappreciated prog bands that exists. If you're a fan of Mr. Bungle, King Crimson, Secret Chiefs 3, or just crazy music in general, then they are an absolute must listen. Intro/Band Overview 00:00 Half Man Half Pie 13:24 Silent Weapons for Quiet Wars 34:40 When the Wind Blows 53:28 Outro 1:16:00 ...

Lucro Sucio by The Mars Volta | Loose Ends

Every Album Ever with Mike Mansour & Alex Volz

This week we're discussing Lucro Sucio, the latest album by The Mars Volta. It's been three years since the Volta surprised us with their self-titled reunion album in 2022, and now Lucro Sucio shows the band even less predictable than ever. This easily has some of their most deep and psychedelic production. However, we still have problems with the album as a whole. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on...

Episode 220: King Crimson (Pt. 2)

Every Album Ever with Mike Mansour & Alex Volz

This week we're discussing every remaining album by legendary prog rock band King Crimson. This episode tackles 1981 - 2003, where KC mainstays Adrian Belew and Tony Levin first join the group. Despite some moments that are a bit dated (specifically in the production), Robert Fripp and company continue to surprise us with their sheer audacity in their songwriting. Maybe these albums aren't perfect, but they sure are impressive. Intro/Overview 00:00 Discipline 11:13 Beat 27:15 Three of a Perfect Pair 36:39 THRAK 50:18 The ConstruKction of Light 1:11:34 The Power to Believe 1:26:42 What...

Birthing by Swans | Loose Ends

Every Album Ever with Mike Mansour & Alex Volz

This week we're discussing Birthing, the latest album by Swans. Our history guy and interviewer Tom Osman is filling in for Alex this week to reflect on our recent interview with Michael Gira, as well as take a deep dive into the final massive Swans album we're likely ever going to get. Birthing is as intense as it gets for Swans, so fans will be in for a treat, despite its 2 hour runtime. Be sure to check out all our episodes chronicling Swans' entire discography (episodes 150, 160, and 170), as well as our interview with Michael Gira. Birthing releases on May 30. ...

Interview with Michael Gira of Swans

Every Album Ever with Mike Mansour & Alex Volz

This week we're interviewing Michael Gira: leader, vocalist, guitarist, and main songwriter for the legendary Swans. Swans' latest album, entitled Birthing, releases on May 30 and is reported by Gira to be the band's final large-sounding, expansive album. Michael was generous enough to have a phone conversation with Mike and Tom to talk all about it, as well as his creative process as a whole. Swans are a band like no other and if you haven't already, check out all of our episodes chronicling each of their studio albums. Episode 150: Swans (Pt. 1) Episode 160: Swans (Pt. 2) Episode...

Episode 219: Eyehategod

Every Album Ever with Mike Mansour & Alex Volz

This week we're discussing every album by Eyehategod. From New Orleans, Eyehategod are one of the most quintessential sludge metal bands that exists. Led by vocalist Mike IX Williams and guitarist Jimmy Bower, this band has been through hell since their formation in 1988. But they're still going strong after being wrecked with drug abuse, incarceration, and death. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on...

Loose Ends | The World Is Still Here and So Are We by mclusky

Every Album Ever with Mike Mansour & Alex Volz

This week we're tying up some loose ends by discussing the world is still here and so are we, the reunion album by mclusky. This is a reunion neither of us saw coming, but is shaping up to be one of the most memorable musical moments of the year. If you're a mclusky fan, chances are you won't be disappointed by this album. It's as fun, wild, and unpredictable as we've come to expect from these guys. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , ,...

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This week we’re discussing Lower, the latest album by Benjamin Booker. After an 8 year hiatus, Booker is back with an album completely unlike his previous outings and one that’s incredibly hard to narrow down to a single genre. However, it offers an excitingly diverse, emotionally resonant, and brilliantly produced (thanks to the collaboration of Kenny Segal) set of songs.

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Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey
Alex on Bluesky @octatron3030
Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds

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Podcast on Spotify, YouTube
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