#163 - The 04s (20th Anniversary LPs) Pt. 3

Welcome to another episode of WorkTape, where we continue a nostalgic trip back to 2004, spotlighting the alternative and indie rock albums that defined the era. From The Killers’ explosive debut "Hot Fuss" to Modest Mouse’s hit-filled "Good News for People Who Love Bad News," we explore how these iconic albums shaped the sound of the mid-2000s. We also dive into the darker (yet still “light”) post-punk sounds of Interpol’s "Antics" and the groovy dance-punk beats of Franz Ferdinand’s self-titled release. Join us for an engaging discussion on the influential records that still resonate today, 20 years later!Episode Highlights:Is The Killers’ “Sam’s Town" better than “Hot Fuss?Was "Good News for People Who Love Bad News" Modest Mouse’s last good album?How did Interpol’s "Antics" differ from their 2002 classic, “Turn on the Bright Lights”?How did Franz Ferdinand’s "Take Me Out" define 2000s dance-punk?How did The Strokes’ sound influence the alternative and indie landscape of the 2000s?Were UK fans better to Kings of Leon than US fans were?