Every Album Ever with Mike Mansour & Alex Volz

Are you a music nerd? If so, we already love you. Every week we dissect the entire discography of a different artist—album by album. Even the albums they probably wish we wouldn't. Come discover some amazing new artists with us every Tuesday!

Episode 227: Thinking Fellers Union Local 282 08/19/2025

Episode 227: Thinking Fellers Union Local 282 This week we're discussing every album by Thinking Fellers Union Local 282. Let's just get this out of the way now: you probably haven't heard of this band, but that needs to change today. TFUL 282 are one of the smartest and most creatively gifted bands in history. Noisy, silly, beautiful, and wildly technical at times. If you have even a passing interest in 90s rock then strap in for some of the wackiest and most incredible albums ever made. Intro/Band Overview 00:00 Wormed by Leonard 26:41 Ranting About Ticketmaster 42:44 Tangle 49:19 Lovelyville 59:53 Mother of All Saints 1:13:16 Admonishing the Bishops 1:29:30 The Funeral Pudding 1:36:39 Strangers from the Universe 1:43:50 I Hope It Lands 1:57:13 Bob Dinners and Larry Noodles Present... 2:10:54 Outro 2:24:58 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mike's Picks: Strangers from the Universe (1994) -- Best Album I Hope It Lands (1996) -- Personal Favorite Tangle (1989) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite Alex's Picks: I Hope It Lands (1996) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Tangle (1989) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite Albums we discussed this episode... Wormed by Leonard (1988) Tangle (1989) Lovelyville (1991) Mother of All Saints (1992) Admonishing the Bishops EP (1993) The Funeral Pudding EP (1994) Strangers from the Universe (1994) I Hope It Lands (1996) Bob Dinners and Larry Noodles Present Tubby Turdner's Celebrity Avalanche (2001) /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/37874085

MAD! by Sparks | Album Review 08/12/2025

MAD! by Sparks | Album Review Today we're discussing MAD!, the latest album by Sparks. We love Sparks and the simple fact that Ron and Russell Mael are still making records over 50 years into their career is amazing. While MAD! may not be our favorite Sparks record ever, it still has all the charm you'd hope to expect from one, not to mention their delightfully quirky lyrics. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/37715050

Every Album Ever | Episode 226: Wild Nothing 08/05/2025

Every Album Ever | Episode 226: Wild Nothing This week we're discussing every album by Wild Nothing. This band is the brainchild of multi-instrumentalist Jack Tatum, and if you're at all familiar with indie/synth wave/dream pop then you already have a pretty good idea how these albums sound. Unfortunately, Wild Nothing joins the ranks of bands we have no business talking about and that we never want to hear ever again. Intro 00:00 Comments on Ozzy's Death 6:07 Band Overview 11:17 Gemini 21:32 Golden Haze EP 35:48 Nocturne 44:44 Empty Estate EP 59:42 Life of Pause 1:09:12 Indigo 1:25:08 Hold 1:39:14 Outro 2:07:18 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mike's Picks: Hold (2023) -- Best Album Golden Haze EP (2010) -- Personal Favorite Indigo (2018) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite Alex's Picks: Nocturne (2012) -- Best Album Empty Estate EP (2013) -- Personal Favorite Hold (2023) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite Albums we discussed this episode... Gemini (2010) Golden Haze EP (2010) Nocturne (2012) Empty Estate EP (2013) Life of Pause (2016) Indigo (2018) Hold (2023) /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/37677330

Motherfucker, I Am Both... by Shearling | Album Review 07/29/2025

Motherfucker, I Am Both... by Shearling | Album Review This week we're discussing Motherfucker, I Am Both: "Amen" and "Hallelujah"..., the debut album by experimental band Shearling. Let's not beat around the bush here; this album is absolutely insane. While the band is clearly influenced by post rock and noise rock, the result is something out of a nightmare and should approached with the utmost caution. Not only is this one of the most ambitious albums of the year, but also one of the most intense we've ever covered on the show. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/37563445

More by Pulp | Loose Ends 07/22/2025

More by Pulp | Loose Ends This week we're tying up some loose ends by discussing More, the reunion album by Pulp. It's been over five years since Mike and Alex covered every single album by Pulp (back on episode 44) so they definitely weren't expecting an album full of brand new material. Mike came out of that episode a fan while Alex did not. However, this album just shook things up and now they're flipped on the matter. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/37477470

Episode 225: Sonic Youth (Pt. 1) 07/15/2025

Episode 225: Sonic Youth (Pt. 1) This week we're discussing every album by Sonic Youth from 1982 - 1992. Made up of core members Thurston Moore, Kim Gordon, Lee Ranaldo, and Steve Shelley, Sonic Youth are easily one of the most influential, as well as one of the most eclectic rock bands of all time. This era of the band covers all of their early years, including the vast majority of their most beloved albums. Incidentally, they're also a band Alex and Mike can't agree on to save their lives. Intro/Band Overview 00:00 Sonic Youth EP 16:36 Confusion Is Sex 20:22 Bad Moon Rising 36:32 EVOL 48:47 Sister 59:07 Daydream Nation 1:13:42 The Whitey Album 1:36:22 Goo 1:54:02 Dirty 2:11:26 Outro 2:28:45 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mike's Picks: Confusion Is Sex (1983) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Dirty (1992) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite Alex's Picks: Daydream Nation (1988) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Confusion Is Sex (1983) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite Albums we discussed this episode... Sonic Youth EP (1982) Confusion Is Sex (1983) Bad Moon Rising (1985) EVOL (1986) Sister (1987) Daydream Nation (1988) The Whitey Album (1989) Goo (1990) Dirty (1992) /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/37410515

Episode 224: This Heat 07/08/2025

Episode 224: This Heat 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Albums we discussed this episode... This Heat (1979) Health and Efficiency EP (1980) Deceit (1981) /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/37269050

Episode 223: The Stone Roses 07/01/2025

Episode 223: The Stone Roses 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Albums we discussed this episode... The Stone Roses (1989) Second Coming (1994) /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/37234540

Episode 222: TOOL 06/24/2025

Episode 222: TOOL 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mike's Picks: Lateralus (2001) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Undertow (1993) -- Worst Album Fear Inoculum (2019) -- Least Favorite Alex's Picks: Lateralus (2001) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Fear Inoculum (2019) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite Albums we discussed this episode... Undertow (1993) AEnima (1996) Lateralus (2001) 10,000 Days (2006) Fear Inoculum (2019) /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/37129920

Episode 221: Creedle 06/17/2025

Episode 221: Creedle 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mike's Picks: Silent Weapons for Quiet Wars (1994) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Half Man Half Pie (1992) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite Alex's Picks: When the Wind Blows (1996) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Half Man Half Pie (1992) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite Albums we discussed this episode... Half Man Half Pie (1992) Silent Weapons for Quiet Wars (1994) When the Wind Blows (1996) /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/37037180

Lucro Sucio by The Mars Volta | Loose Ends 06/10/2025

Lucro Sucio by The Mars Volta | Loose Ends 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 Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36933045

Episode 220: King Crimson (Pt. 2) 06/03/2025

Episode 220: King Crimson (Pt. 2) 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 are they up to now? 1:39:13 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mike's Picks: Discipline (1981) -- Best Album THRAK (1995) -- Personal Favorite The Power to Believe (2003) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite Alex's Picks: The ConstruKction of Light (2000) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Beat (1982) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite Albums we discussed this episode... Discipline (1981) Beat (1982) Three of a Perfect Pair (1984) THRAK (1995) The ConstruKction of Light (2000) The Power to Believe (2003) /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36810230

Birthing by Swans | Loose Ends 05/27/2025

Birthing by Swans | Loose Ends 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. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36724920

Interview with Michael Gira of Swans 05/20/2025

Interview with Michael Gira of Swans 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 170: Swans (Pt. 3) Intro 00:00 Interview Start 1:27 The Initial Songwriting Process 5:58 Michael's Lyrical Themes and Motifs 8:20 Outside Influences on Birthing 11:58 Why Michael Chose Music Instead of Art 17:41 Swans' Live Performances 18:57 Percussion Choices on Birthing 25:13 Composing Birthing's Songs In-Studio 26:36 Did Michael Plan for This To Be the Last Big Swans Album? 30:06 The New Direction for Swans 31:40 2025 Touring Plans, Birthing Release 32:25 Closing Words with Michael 35:25 Outro 36:05 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36596605

Episode 219: Eyehategod 05/13/2025

Episode 219: Eyehategod 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 Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mike's Picks: In the Name of Suffering (1990) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Take as Needed for Pain (1993) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite Alex's Picks: Take as Needed for Pain (1993) -- Best Album Eyehategod (2014) -- Personal Favorite A History of Nomadic Behavior (2021) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite Albums we discussed this episode... In the Name of Suffering (1990) Take as Needed for Pain (1993) Dopesick (1996) Confederacy of Ruined Lives (2000) Eyehategod (2014) A History of Nomadic Behavior (2021) /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36545205

Loose Ends | The World Is Still Here and So Are We by mclusky 05/06/2025

Loose Ends | The World Is Still Here and So Are We by mclusky 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 , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36448750

Episode 218: Green on Red 04/29/2025

Episode 218: Green on Red This week we're discussing every album by Green on Red. Let's not beat around the bush here. We hated this band and if we had any idea what they sounded like before this episode, we wouldn't have agreed to do it. It's our fault, honestly. But we listened to every album thoroughly regardless. They're a country rock band led by Dan Stuart and that's about all you need to know. Enter with caution. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mike's Picks: Two Bibles EP (1981) -- Best Record, Personal Favorite No Free Lunch EP (1985) -- Worst Record, Least Favorite Alex's Picks: Green on Red (1982) -- Best Album, Personal Favorite Scapegoats (1991) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite Albums we discussed this episode... Two Bibles EP (1981) Green on Red (1982) Gravity Talks (1983) Gas Food Lodging (1985) No Free Lunch EP (1985) The Killer Inside Me (1987) Here Come the Snakes (1989) This Time Around (1989) Scapegoats (1991) Too Much Fun (1992) /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36329160

Lonely People with Power by Deafheaven | Album Review 04/22/2025

Lonely People with Power by Deafheaven | Album Review This week we're discussing Lonely People with Power, the latest album by Deafheaven. We've been massive fans of Deafheaven for years, but 2021's Infinite Granite had us split down the middle. Lonely People with Power shows the band returning to black metal in a massive way, shattering any assumptions people may have had that they are now a full-blown shoegaze band. Once again Deafheaven proves they are more than capable songwriters and continue to experiment in innovative ways. Crank this one. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36236755

Loose Ends | Thunderball by Melvins 1983 04/15/2025

Loose Ends | Thunderball by Melvins 1983 This week we’re discussing Thunderball, the latest album by Melvins. Technically, this was released as Melvins 1983, which has the band’s very first drummer, Mike Dillard, on drums instead of Dale Crover. Thunderball also features experimental musicians Void Manes and Ni Maitres lending electronic contributions. If you’re a fan of the early 90s sludge era of Melvins, then this is the album for you. Patreon Merch Mike’s EP: Pander Monkey on , , , Mike on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Tom on Instagram History Tom’s stuff: Music on , Podcast on /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36123375

Episode 217: Tragic Mulatto 04/08/2025

Episode 217: Tragic Mulatto The only band to give the Butthole Surfers a run for their money /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36121725

Lower by Benjamin Booker | Album Review 04/01/2025

Lower by Benjamin Booker | Album Review From garage rock to soulful and depressing /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36121730

Episode 216: Donnie & Joe Emerson 03/25/2025

Episode 216: Donnie & Joe Emerson Two kids whose dad loved them way more than ours did /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36121735

Episode 215: King Crimson (Pt. 1) 03/18/2025

Episode 215: King Crimson (Pt. 1) Completely normal rock music /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36121740

Waiting Room by Kathryn Mohr | Album Review 03/11/2025

Waiting Room by Kathryn Mohr | Album Review About as lonely and bleak as any waiting room /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36121745

Episode 214: Hum 03/04/2025

Episode 214: Hum The heaviness of Helmet meets the nerdiness of Weezer /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36121750

To Cross or To Burn by Venamoris | Album Review 02/25/2025

To Cross or To Burn by Venamoris | Album Review Dave Lombardo goes goth and takes his wife with him /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36121755

Loose Ends | Bird Machine by Sparklehorse 02/18/2025

Loose Ends | Bird Machine by Sparklehorse Back from the grave for one last album /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36121760

Episode 213: My Bloody Valentine 02/11/2025

Episode 213: My Bloody Valentine Not an emo band from the 2000s /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36121765

Episode 212: Thorr's Hammer 02/04/2025

Episode 212: Thorr's Hammer A 17-year-old with more hair on her chest than you. /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36121770

Episode 211: Faith/Void 01/28/2025

Episode 211: Faith/Void Faith = Ian MacKaye's brother's band. /episode/index/show/1fca28fe-4842-4578-92ac-ee651dd9135a/id/36121775

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