S5 - Ep 21 - 1964 Album Picks + Hot Seats & a Deep Dive into World Music

Let Us Know Your Thoughts!Craig and Kevin kick things off with the return of the Schizo Hot Seat — a 10-round, no-skips showdown where it’s album vs. album, and the winner moves on to face the next contender. Think musical March Madness with zero brackets and maximum gut instinct. Will classics reign, or will personal bias break the system? Either way, only one album survives each round.Next, they take it all the way back to 1964, spotlighting two overlooked or underrated albums from a pivotal year in music history. Sure, the Beatles and Stones were taking over, but Craig and Kevin dig deeper to highlight the lesser-known gems that still hold weight.Then it’s time for the heart of the episode: World Music 🌍After discovering a new album that opened his ears, Craig turns to Kevin for guidance — asking when and how he first got into global sounds, and where he goes to find fresh discoveries today. From Afrobeat to Latin psych, Southeast Asian funk to Middle Eastern jazz, the conversation winds through decades and continents of musical treasure.Whether you’re a longtime world music explorer or new to the journey, this episode’s got something for your ears and your record wish list.📱 Subscribe and/or follow us on your favorite streaming platform📩 Got world music recs or overlooked albums from ‘64? Send them our way:  [email protected] don't forget, the ALE tRail "Off The Track" Beer Festival is about a week away! Come see us on Sat 9/27/25 hosted by WTCI PBS - Visit the link here and enter the code SMP for your $5 discount!Support the show