Music at a Rational Volume

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle continue their Canadian summer and discuss their favorite albums ever produced by our friends to the north, the Canadians. So before the show goes on hiatus for the next couple of months, listen in as the hosts talk about the music they love and the albums that continue to fuel their joy. We'll see/hear/talk to you in the Fall, stay safe out there.This Week's Playlist: Canada's Best AlbumsNate's ListBarenaked Ladies - Maroon (September 12, 2000)Never Do AnythingGo HomeTwo Hours Traffic - Foolish Blood (February 19, 2013)MagicAudreyJoel Plaskett Emergency - Ashtray Rock (April 17, 2007)Drunk TeenagersFashionable PeopleJeremy Fisher - The Lemon Squeeze (May 13, 2014)I Love You.. so?The Bride is DeadBryan Adams - Reckless (November 5, 1984)Long goneIt’s Only Love (duet w/Tina Turner)Kyle's ListLoverboy – Get Lucky (October 7, 1981)JumpTake Me to the TopCrash Test Dummies – The Ghosts That Haunt Me (April 9, 1991)Winter SongAndrogynous (Replacements cover)Kathleen Edwards – Failure (September 7, 2002)One More Song the Radio Won’t LikeWestbyApril Wine – The Nature of the Beast (January 12, 1981)All Over TownOne More TimeBryan Adams – Cuts Like a Knife (January 18, 1983)The Only OneWhat’s It Gonna Be?Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle revisit the music from our friends up North... the Canadians... to curate a playlist of some of the host's favorite releases in recent memory. So take a listen and they walk through some of their choices for the playlist and hopefully get you interested in the wealth of talent in The Great White North. Album of the week: Trans-Canada Highwaymen: Explosive Hits Volume 1This week's playlist: Canadian All-Stars: Part DeuxOur first Canada All-Stars Playlist is here: Devoted To Canada from June 2021No Hurry - Terra Lightfoot (Waterdown, Ontario)Ain’t Gonna Cry - Bryan Adams (Kingston, Ontario)I Can’t Hide This Anymore - Blue Rodeo (Toronto, Ontario)Simple Pleasures (Classified Mix) - David Myles (Fredericton, New Brunswick)If There’s Another Road - Joel Plaskett (Lunenburg, Nova Scotia)I Don’t Get It Anymore - BNL (Scarborough, Ontario)Come Fly Away - Jeremy Fisher (Hamilton, Ontario)Satellite - Jason Plumb (Regina, Saskatchewan)Ed Robertson's version The Ghosts That Haunt Me - Crash Test Dummies (Winnipeg, Manitoba)Play Me Something Good - Charlie A’Court (Truro, Nova Scotia)Soft One - Matthew Barber (Mississauga, Ontario)Broken One - Luke Doucet (Halifax, Nova Scotia)Come Back to Me - The Devin Cuddy Band (Toronto, Ontario)Don’t Say You Love Me - Port Cities, Carleton Stone (Sydney, Nova Scotia)Happy Baby - Shaye (Newfoundland, Labrador, PEI) Horse in the Country – Cowboy Junkies (Toronto, Ontario)Good to See You – Neil Young (Toronto, Ontario)Hey Men – Men Without Hats (Montreal, Quebec)I Make the Dough, You Get the Glory – Kathleen Edwards (Ottawa, Ontario)Jenny Jet – Crash Kelly (North Bay, Ontario)Don’t Fall in Love – Danko Jones (Toronto, Ontario)All I Can Do – Chantal Kreviazuk (Winnipeg, Manitoba)Burning in Love – Honeymoon Suite (Niagra Falls, Ontario)Unkind – Sloan (Halifax, Nova Scotia)Rain Down on Me – Blue Rodeo (Toronto, Ontario)Metal Queen – Lee Aaron (Belleville, Ontario)Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this long overdue episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss, remember, and deep dive into the Billboard Rock Albums Chart from September 8th of 1984 to give you a "best of the rest" playlist from what could possibly be one of the greatest moments, particularly in terms of cultural relevance, in music history. That may sound hyperbolic, but given the measurably significant albums listed and their hit songs that have permeated rock radio ever since, this was a time that moved and influenced generations of people (And let's be honest, still does). This week's playlist: Reliving The Charts: 09-08-1984Bruce Springsteen & the E-Street Band – Born in the U.S.A.Bobby Jean No Surrender I’m Goin’ Down John Waite - No BrakesTears Huey Lewis & The News - SportsBad is BadFinally Found A Home The Cars - Heartbeat CityIt’s Not The NightPrince - Purple RainBaby I’m A StarLindsay Buckingham - Go InsaneD.W. SuiteHoneymoon Suite - Honeymoon SuiteNew Girl NowTurn My HeadSammy Hagar - VOADon’t Make Me WaitBilly Squier - Signs of LifeCan’t Get Next To YouMetropolis SoundtrackHere She Comes - Bonnie TylerRomeo Void - InstinctsSay NoJefferson Starship - Nuclear FurnitureLayin’ It On The LineRose Goes to YaleEddie & The Cruisers Soundtrack (John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band)On the Dark SideCyndi Lauper  - She’s So UnusualWhen You Were MineKrokus - The BlitzMidnight ManiacBoys Nite OutBox of Frogs - Box of FrogsBack Where I StartedScandal – WarriorHands TiedOnly the YoungNight Ranger – Midnight MadnessWhy Does Love Have to Change?Chippin’ AwayTwisted Sister – Stay HungryThe PriceRatt – Out of the CellarLack of CommunicationA Flock of Seagulls – The Story of a Young HeartNever Again (The Dancer) Remember DavidBilly Idol – Rebel YellCatch My FallDio – The Last in LineWe RockMysteryWhitesnake – Slide It InLove Ain’t No Stranger Lou Reed – New SensationsI Love You, SuzanneHelix – Walking the Razor’s EdgeYoung and WrecklessQuiet Riot – Condition CriticalParty All NightCorey Hart – First OffenseSunglasses at Night Tina Turner – Private DancerBetter Be Good to MeScorpions – Love at First StingBig City NightsSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle return to the world of album reviews of the greatest albums ever made by humans on the planet Earth.  The latest entry is Missouri band, The Rainmakers. The host's discuss The Rainmakers 1986 self titled record and why it's a classic.No playlist this week, instead check out The RainmakersSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle take a third stab at your heart, in honor of Valentine's day obviously, with a new installment of the break up song playlist. Listen in as the hosts choose 8-ish new songs each to add to the growing pantheon of their Music at a Rational Volume recommended breakup jams while also trying to justify their choices... which are all awesome right? You decide. The Breakup Song Compilation LinkThis week's playlist: Breakup Playlist Part III: Even BreakierTie Me To The Tracks - RaynesSince You’ve Been Gone - Weird ALBittersweet Company - Kip MooreAll You Ever Do Is Bring Me Down - The MavericksWatching Airplanes - Gary AllanYou Run Away - Barenaked LadiesWhat Good Is Love - Scarlet OperaTake Me Back - Glitterfox“45” - Gaslight AnthemA Way It Goes – Amanda ShiresAnother Guitar – The RainmakersShe’s Leaving You – HangdogsCan’t Get Over You – the RomanticsBetter Off Apart – Martin Zellar w/Presley HaileWhat’s Wrong With You? – Todd SniderMorning Song – Avett Brothers Flawless - DorothySupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle talk about music they discovered during their music appreciation through 2025. This playlist is not limited to songs released during the year, but just to those that the hosts had no prior relationship with before this past year. So listen in as Nate and Kyle discuss the music that falls through the cracks, because the musical ocean is vast and deep and you can't hear everything. This then is the attempt to spread the news of good tunes you also may not have heard before either.This week's playlist: 2025 Music Discoveries PlaylistN8’s ListTelander - Unsure (feat. The High Kings) (2025)Jackopierce - Like It Is  (2025)Pacifica - Premature Rejection  (2023)Dom Fera - Breathe  (2019)Gabrielle Grace, Michigander - Losing It  (2025)The Maine, Beach Weather - Thoughts I have While Lying In Bed  (2024)Catfish and the Bottlemen - Showtime  (2024)Brigitte Calls Me Baby - Impressively Average  (2024)Howl Owl Howl - My Cologne  (2025)The Sheepdogs - Feeling Good  (2012)Yam Haus - One Bullet Left  (2025)The Upsides - Jump In  (2024)Jon Butcher Axis - It’s Only Words  (1983)Nick Lowe - My Heart Hurts (1983)Huey Lewis & The News - Tell Me A Little Lie (1982)Kyle’s ListOut of My Mind (on Sunday) – the Cactus Blossoms (2024)Darlene – Sitcom Neighbor (2012)Doing in Me Head – Amyl & the Sniffers (2024)People Like Us – Talking Heads (1986)Natural Disaster – Bethany Cosentino (2023)Miss Ferguson – Cory Branan (2002)Dumb But Pretty – Tommy Tutone (1983)Sometimes Shit Happens for a Reason – the Empty Hearts (2020)Flawless – Dorothy (2018)Gratitude – Danny Elfman (kinda Oingo Boingo) (1984)Friday Night (3 Stacks on the Radio) – Candi Carpenter (2025)Two Bits and Shirtless on Main Street – Hubcap (2002)Who Do You Dance For?  – Sahara Hotnights (2004)Don’t Leave Me in the Dark – Ricky Warwick & Lita Ford (2024)Hello, It’s Me – Lou Reed and John Cale (1990)Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the best albums and new releases that 2025 had to offer. Listen in as the hosts talk about the highs and lows of the musical scene in the last year... sometimes great and often times not so much.Kyle's album of the week Doublewide and Live by Southern Culture on the SkidsThis week's playlist: 2025 Albums of the YearKip Moore - Solitary TracksFlowers In DecemberLove & WarIone - From Here HonestlyCome Out CleanThe Beaches - No Hard Feelings Lesbian of the YearCan I Call You In The MorningRoyal Otis - HickeyMoodyI Hate This TuneCecilia Castleman - Cecilia CastlemanIt’s AlrightCompanyGlitterfox - Decoder PassengerTake Me BackSaint Motel - Afterglow Room With A View (For The End Of The World)Peace n Love n AnarchyPacifica - In Your Face! In Your Face!Don’t Blame MeRaynes - Bloom GoldfishRainbow BabyVistas - Cut The CordThe MiddleAlwaysAmanda Shires – Nobody’s Girl Streetlights & StarsNot Feeling AnythingDave Hause…and the MermaidLook AliveYer Outta My HairKathleen Edwards – Billionaire BillionaireFLARuston Kelly – Pale, Through the WindowGive Up the GhostPickleballThe Darkness – Dreams on Toast Rock ‘n’ Roll Party CowboyWalking Through FireNeil Young – Oceanside, CountrysideSail AwayPocahontasAlice Cooper – the Revenge of Alice CooperKill the FliesMoney ScreamsCheap Trick – All Washed Up Twelve GatesLong Way to WorcesterFitz & the Tantrums – Man on the Moon WithdrawalsOh, MarieBryan Adams – Roll With the Punches Make Up Your MindBe the ReasonSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this festive episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the 70s contributions to the totality of Christmas music. So listen in as Nate and Kyle wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays in the only way they know how, by crafting a playlist... you're welcome everybody!Albums of the week:A Holly Jolly Jill Barber ChristmasTaylor Momsen's Pretty Reckless ChristmasThis week's playlist: Christmas in the 70sLight of the Stable - Emmylou Harris (‘79)Jingle Bells - Willie Nelson (‘79)I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday - Wizard (‘73)Merry Xmas Everybody - Slade  (‘73)Lonely This Christmas - Mud (‘74)I Believe in Father Christmas - Greg Lake ('75)Peace On Earth / Little Drummer Boy - Bing Crosby, David Bowie (‘77)Santa Clause Is Coming To Town - Jackson 5  (‘70)Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas - The Carpenters (‘78)My Christmas Card To You - The Partridge Family (‘71)A Time To Be Jolly - Bing Crosby ('71)Silent Night - Johnny Cash, The Carter Family (‘72)If We Make It Through December - Merle Haggard (‘73)Carol of the Bells - John Fahey, Richard Ruskin ('75)What Child Is This - Connie Smith (‘75)Please, Daddy (Don’t Get Drunk This Christmas) – John Denver ('75)In The Bleak Midwinter - Julie Andrews ('75)There’s Someone Who’s Knocking - The Salsoul Orchestra (‘76)Pine Cones And Holly Berries / It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas - The Osmonds ('76)We Wish You A Merry Christmas - John Denver, The Muppets ('79)Santa Claus and His Old Lady - Cheech & Chong (Dec ‘71)Mamacita, ¿dónde está Santa Claus? - Charo ('78)This Christmas - Donny Hathaway  (‘70)Silver Bells - Elvis Presley (‘71)Jim Croce - It Doesn’t Have To Be That Way (‘73)Christmas for the Free - Argent ('73)Christmas Bop - T. Rex ('82 or '75?)Christmas Must Be Tonight - The Band  (‘77)Another Christmas - The Yobs ('79)Step into Christmas – Elton John ('73)Feliz Navidad – Jose Feliciano ('70)Please Come Home for Christmas – the Eagles ('78)Wonderful Christmastime – Paul McCartney ('79)Happy Xmas (War is Over) – John Lennon and Yoko Ono ('72)Jesus Christ – Big Star ('75)Father Christmas – the Kinks ('77)Santa Claus is Coming to Town – Bruce Springsteen & the E-Street Band ('75)One of Everything You Got – Buck Owens & Susan Raye ('71)Christmas Eve Can Kill You – the Everly Brothers ('72)Child of Winter – Beach Boys ('74)Run Rudolph Run – Keith Richards ('78)Xmas at K-mart – Root Boy Slim & the Sex Change Band ('78)Christmas Day – Squeeze ('79)White Christmas - The Whispers ( ‘79)Do You Hear What I Hear - Gladys Knight & The Pips ('75)Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the music, life and tragic passing of singer, songwriter, folkster, hippie, and all around well respected musician Todd Snider. His recent passing gives us a chance to celebrate all of the songs that Kyle and Nate have come to love and appreciate. So listen along as the hosts try to express feelings about just how big of an impact Todd's life and career had on these two music loving human beings. Enjoy the playlist.This week's playlist: Todd Snider Tribute PlaylistCan’t ComplainBrokeMissing YouAmerica’s Favorite PastimeMoney, Compliments, and PublicityStatistician’s BluesSlim Chance Is Still A Chance - Doomed VersionJust In CaseThe Very Last TimeWays and MeansLike a Force of NatureSongs For  the Daily Planet (entire album)I Believe YouSide Show BluesEnoughHorseshoe LakeTensionLate Last NightRocket FuelPositively NegativeComin’ DownNever Let Me DownDoublewide BluesHappy to Be HereD.B. CooperKeep Off the GrassWhat’s Wrong with You?New Connection Vinyl RecordsRose CityBeer RunWaco Moon (Written for his friend, bandmate, Eddy Shaver, who committed suicide.)Play a Train SongBallad of the KingsmenLooking for a JobThin Wild MercuryUnbreakableFrom a RooftopStuck on the Corner (Prelude to a Heart Attack)Bring ‘em HomeTalking Reality Television BluesWelfare Music (Bottle Rockets cover) – Hard Working AmericansThat Was MeWorking on a SongSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle celebrate one of their favorite albums and its 25th anniversary, the Barenaked Ladies album Maroon. Released in September of 2000, Maroon stands as a truly great record, certainly a worthy follow up to the era-defining brilliance of Stunt which turned BNL into stars in the U.S. So listen in as the hosts chat about all the good stuff on this underrated and perpetually overlooked record (even though it went platinum in the U.S. and Canada), it shoulda been HUGE. In our opinion then, it certainly is one of the greatest albums ever made by humans on the planet Earth!No playlist this week, instead check out Maroon by the Barenaked Ladies.Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the newest 52 year old record to be released this year, the legendary album by Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks called Buckingham Nicks. Before they found fame and success as part of Fleetwood Mac, this duo made a surprisingly accessible and well-produced record, that would sadly be lost to time and buried by slow sales and future stardom. After years of being one of those mythical albums that music snobs and snobbier collectors used to polish their egos and lord over the rest of the masses, the wait for a full re-release is over and we are here to talk all about it. Albums of the week: The Beaches - No Hard Feelings and Bethany Cosentino - Natural DisasterNo playlist this week, instead check out Buckingham Nicks!Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the latest effort from Buffalo New York's favorite rock and rolling sons the Goo Goo Dolls, called Summer Anthem. An EP that we were looking forward to was just released and we took some time to record our thoughts. So listen along as we break down the things we liked and those that we didn't like at all. Our albums of the week were: Iggy Pop - Every Loser and Ione - From Here EPNo playlist this week, instead check out Goo Goo Dolls - Summer AnthemSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the rock albums chart from April 30, 1983 and talk about the creation of a playlist based on the top 30 albums from that chart. Also, listen in for some fun nostalgia chat for all you playlist makers and cassette tape-aged folks. Can you remember when you made your first true mix-tape? How long did it take?... probably for-flipping-ever am I right?This week's playlist: Reliving the Charts 04/30/1983 I’m Ready - Bryan AdamsHigh wire - Men At WorkDrums - The TubesIt’s Only Words - Jon Butcher Axis Why Me - Planet P Project Don’t Make Me Do It - Patrick Simmons The Salt In My Tears - Martin Briley Walking The Fine Line - Red Rider“40” - U2 Stagefright - Def Leppard Don’t Change - INXS Dirty Dog - ZZ Top Love’s Got a Line On You - ScandalCan’t Love Them All - Greg Kihn BandCarrie - Michael Bolton Flying North - Thomas Dolby Dawn Chorus - Modern English Power (Strength in Numbers) - Red RiderWalk Like This - John Butcher AxisThis Time - Bryan AdamsNo, Not Again – the TubesGot Me Under Pressure - ZZ TopAction Not Words – Def LeppardWhat’s It Gonna Be? – Bryan AdamsCan't Turn Back - Red RiderNot Now John – Pink FloydPower Tools - Planet P Chain Reaction – Journey Don’t Let It End – Styx Modern Love – David Bowie I Fall to Pieces  – Greg Kihn BandJust a Mile Away - Martin BrileyBlue For You - Men At WorkShe Can't Say No - Scandal Stayed Awake All Night – Krokus It’s So Cruel – Billy Idol Only the Young – Scandal Crack the Sky – Red Rider Human Touch – Rick SpringfieldOut On The Streets - Patrick SimmonsSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle regale everyone with the further misadventures of the two-middle-aged-men-a-concert-going show. In this installment the hosts try and figure out why this show as different from their last show at the same venue, the problem with "concert series" in general, and what's wrong with the Merch? So listen a long as they try to navigate the world of live music while also being whiny, job having middle aged babies. This Week's Playlist: Good Intentions Tour Primer (the songs they should've played)SixpenceThere She GoesDon't Let Me Die In DallasDon't Dream It's OverKiss MeJayhawsBlueSave It For A Rainy DayI'm Gonna Make You Love MeAngelyneQuiet Corners and Empty SpacesA Break In The CloudsToad The Wet SprocketGood IntentionsCrazy LifeFly From HeavenSomething To SayAll I WantCome Back DownJamCrowingWindmillsCome DownSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailWelcome to Nate and Kyle disagree about music, just kidding, it's Music at a Rational Volume. In this episode, we ask you to consider one of the best soundtracks ever made/produced by humans on the planet Earth (or is it?), The Music From Scrubs, released in 2002, this soundtrack covers the first season+ of the show and is, at least in one host's opinion, one of the best mix-tapes ever assembled. So tune in to what the hosts have to say and decide for yourself after giving it a listen on your own. This week's playlist... You know, the tunes from Scrubs playlist that I mentioned earlier...Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this first of its kind (for us) episode of Music at a Rational Volume Nate and Kyle discuss an actual live concert they attended. Listen along as the hosts discuss the venue, the merch, the food, and of course the music from the latest iteration of the now annual Last Summer on Earth concert series headlined by the Barenaked Ladies. This time around being supported by bands Guster and Fastball. A good time was had by all, stop in and hear what Nate and Kyle thought about the show.This Week's playlist: LSOE2025 Primer Playlist - MARV versionSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the new album by Dave Hause titled Nurses. Follow the hosts as they talk about the record and a few bonus topics that float up in this surprisingly unhinged episode. Thanks for listening.No playlist this week, instead check out Nurses by Dave HauseSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Nate and Kyle try a little something new and make a playlist from a long past chart, in this case the Rock Albums Chart from March 20, 1982. A chart that is lousy with 80s greats and no longer relevant has-beens is a perfect place for the hosts to dabble in album tracks and deep dives. The associated playlist is a mix of lesser known hits and unknown album tracks. So listen and enjoy the best playlist ever created based on the rock albums chart of this particular week in 1982. Not since Uncle Rico has someone been so excited to relive that year, Nate and Kyle made a soundtrack for it. They shoulda made State... Enjoy! This Week's Playlist: Reliving The Charts - March 20, 1982Nick lowe - My Heart HurtsHuey Lewis & The News - Tell Me A Little Lie Joan Jett - Love Is Pain Prism - Don’t Let Him KnowBryan Adams - Last ChanceLe Roux - Last Safe Place On EarthThe Cars - I’m Not The OneTommy Tutone - Why Baby WhyForeigner - LuanneAC/DC - I Put The Finger Right On YouLonely Nights – Bryan AdamsI’ll Fall in Love Again – Sammy HagarHow Do You Talk to Girls – Rick SpringfieldFind Another Fool – Quarterflash Hollywood – Thin LizzyJump – LoverboyHuey Lewis & The News - Tattoo (Giving It All Up For Love)I Think It’s That Girl – Dwight TwilleyBaby It’s Alright – Tommy TutoneTonight – Ozzy OsbourneLust to Love – the Go-Go’sHang Fire – the Rolling StonesSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle do their best to put a little more love (of music) back into the world of music commentary. The album titled We Need Medicine by the band The Fratellis is one of the few records that both Nate and Kyle absolutely love and at long last they have chosen it to be crowned as one of their GAEMBHOPE, that is, Greatest Albums Ever Made By Humans On Planet Earth. It's great, no spoilers about this one. Go out and get yourself a copy... own it, love it, play the crap out of it... You won't be sorry. Also be even less sorry and check out the music video for Seven Nights Seven Days, it's magic.No playlist this week, instead appreciate The Fratellis - We Need MedicineSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the new album by British rock band The Darkness called Dreams on Toast. Listen in as the hosts share their opinions on the record and how much they loved it on a scale from "it was pretty good" to "freakin' loved it" and you can play the guessing game to figure out who said and thought what as well as which of our hosts is clearly deluding themselves.No playlist this week instead check out The Darkness - Dreams on Toast and decide for yourself.Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the 1972 album by Memphis band Big Star called #1 Record. The hosts delve into the circumstances behind the album's release as well as a breakdown of the songs and its importance, and a larger context of music criticism and perspective. What it all boils down to is like what you like and don't let anyone tell you that you shouldn't. No playlist this week, instead check out #1 Record by Big StarSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle take a swipe at making a playlist of their favorite Prince songs, done by another artist. Covers are great and the hosts do love them especially from a brilliant songwriter like Prince. So take a listen as Nate and Kyle walk you through some of the choices and set up a unique listening experience, certainly better than any other Prince cover playlist you're likely to here.This week's playlist: Prince Covers PlaylistWe All Wanna Be Prince -- Felix Da HousecatI Feel For U -- Chaka KhanWhy You Wanna Treat Me So Bad? – Tuesday KnightWhen U Were Mine -- Cyndi LauperErotic City -- SemisonicControversy -- Information SocietyLittle Red Corvette -- Mike Zito Let’s Pretend We’re Married – Tina TurnerLet’s Go Crazy -- IncubusTake Me With U -- Susanna Hoffs Darling Nikki -- Rebecca Romijn Stamos When Dove Cry -- the Be Good TanyasI Would Die 4 U -- Noah GuthrieBaby, I’m a Star -- Tina TurnerPurple Rain -- Martin SextonPaisley Park – the NewbeesRaspberry Beret -- Hindu Love GodsPop Life -- Dead or AliveNothing Compares 2 U -- Sinead O’ConnorNever Take the Place of Your Man – Goo Goo DollsSign O’ the Times -- Simple MindsThe Cross -- Kevin Max w/DC TalkThe Most Beautiful Girl in the World – Paul CanningKiss -- Art of Noise feat. Tom Jones(There’ll Never B) Another Like Me – PrinceSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss Forever, the recent release from singer/songwriter Lilly Hiatt. So listen along as the hosts break down their thoughts about Hiatt's latest release titled Forever.No playlist this week. Check out Forever from Lilly Hiatt and see if you agree with the hosts.Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Nate and Kyle b.s. about music... sorry, Music at a Rational Volume... the hosts tell you all about their favorite tunes from the year that was 2024. The new things, old things, and all the things that came into their lives during the year. So listen along as Nate and Kyle talk about the hows and whys about the tracks that made the cut, and also a little announcement on where you can support the show if you are so inclined. Thanks for listening everyone and enjoy the playlist!This week's playlist: 2024 DiscoveriesScarlet Opera - Heaven Is A Place On EarthOkay Love - Not AlrightThe Strike - Devils In The CanyonHello High Water - BellsGrant Terry - Friend of MineLittle Fortune - Katie Lynn SharbaughThe Band Light - Was It Love?Modernkind - Figured It OutThe Bluebottles - Reckless TypeMark Ambor - Someone That’s BetterColleen Ave - BlameJack Droppers & the Best Intentions - Found My WayThe Statistics - MaryanneDaniel Jacklin - Better DaysHonest Men - Stuck!The Wino Few - What Can I SayLena Traynham - Brick by BrickGrace Yuchuk - Mixed MessagesCaroline Jones (feat. Zac Brown Band) - Million Little BandaidsPocket Hollow - Door To My HeartJesus H. Christ & the Four Hornsmen of the Apocalypse - Vicki is a Pro Naked Barbies - One ThingMercy Union - Silver DollarsAmyl & the Sniffers - Gacked on AngerFire, Inc. - Tonight is What It Means to Be Young Whirling Dervishes - Winter KillsRilo Kiley - The Angels Hung AroundStampeders - Carry MeBlancmange - Don’t Tell MeDan Warner - The President of the United States7Horse - The Record CollectorBrigitte Calls Me Baby - Impressively AverageThe Last Dinner Party - The Feminine UrgeRoyal Otis - Sofa KingStew & the Negro Problem - Is This the Single?Underwater Sunshine - Rusty CrownCarolyn Mark, NQ Arbuckle - Too Sober to Sleepthe Menzingers - The Last One Killed MeDave Hause w/Lilly Hiatt - DoublewhiskeycokenoiceRobbie Fulks & Linda Gail Lewis - It Came From the SouthSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle do their best to help you feel better about the state of music in 2024 by giving their pick for the best albums to come out of music last year. So listen along as the hosts weed out the so-so stuff to find the albums that had something interesting about them.This week's playlist: 2024 Best AlbumsNate's List:The Strike - A Dream Through Open Eyes (10/25) American DreamThe GetawaySister Hazel - Sand, Sea & Crash Debris (11/15)Complicated YouAll Goes By So FastSpencer Sutherland - The Drama (10/04) Let Me LooseDramaVaccines – Pickup Full of Pink Carnations (01/12Sometimes I SwearAnother NightmareSea Girls – Midnight Butterflies (06/14)Scream and ShoutPollyNate's Not Quite Top 5s…Old 97s - American Primitive (04/05)By The End Of The NightRed Wanting Blue – Light It Up (06/07)Time’s For YouRiley Pearce - It’s Your Turn Now (07/28)HumanLawrence - Family Business (06/20)Guy I used to beIan McConnell - Season 2 (08/01)Not that seriousHoneymoon Suite - Alive (02/16)AliveKyle's List:5)  Sea Girls – Midnight Butterflies (6/14)Midnight ButterfliesDoes Only God Know That We’re Lonely?4)  Red Wanting Blue – Light It Up (6/07) Hey ‘84Look Up3)  Vaccines – Pickup Full of Pink Carnations (1/12) Sometimes I Swear Love to Walk Away2)  Dwight Yoakam – Brighter Days Wide Open Heart If Only1) Tuk Smith & the Restless Hearts – Rogue to Redemption (8/30)  Take the Long Way  Rogue to RedemptionKyle's lso rans…Ace Frehley – 10,000 Volts 10,000 VoltsJoe Pug – Sketch of a Promised Departure What is Good Will Never ChangeAvett Brothers – s/t Orion’s BeltPet Shop Boys – Nonetheless Why Am I Dancing?Will Hoge – Tenderhearted Boys You Love Me AnywaySoul Asylum – Slowly But Shirley Freak AccidentKasey Chambers – Backbone The Divorce SongCactus Blossoms – Everytime I Think About You Keep Walkin’Ratt – Out of the Cellar (lenticular cover) Reach For the SkySupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle take a listen to 6 of this season's holiday music offerings. The hosts offer their opinions on what's merry and bright as well as the stuff that honestly deserves a steaming pile of coal in the stocking. So take a listen as Nate and Kyle try and make sense of these records so you don't have to... but if you must, there's a playlist here as well... Happy Holidays everybody!This Week's Playlist: Christmas 2024 Mini-ReviewsCheck out the albums:Ben Folds - SleigherJimmy Fallon - Holiday SeasoningCritical Role Presents: Winter's Crest (a holiday album)Olivia Newton-John – Angels in the Snow (re-imagined)Smash Mouth – Missile Toes Steve Perry – The Season 3Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle present songs about getting older, looking back, and appreciating the journey. More than just songs about being old, the hosts look at songs spanning a lifetime perspective. So sit back and enjoy as the hosts talk about the ins and outs and what was chosen and what was not.This week's playlist: Father TimeWe Close Our Eyes - Susanna HoffsTime Stand Still - RushOlder - They Might Be GiantsWhen Will You Die? - They Might Be GiantsTime - Hootie and the BlowfishWings of Time - Tame ImpalaAdulthood or Time and I - Jukebox the GhostTime - Codeine Velvet ClubTimes to Remember - Dead SaraHurry Hurry - Air Traffic ControllerThe One Moment - OK GoA Year Ago - Birds of BellwoodsOnce in a Lifetime - Talking HeadsThis Is The Day - The TheObvious Child - Paul SimonFifty For A While - Barenaked LadiesLandslide - Fleetwood MacWhen I’m Sixty-Four - BeatlesTime Is For You - Red Wanting BlueAll Goes By So Fast - Sister HazelYoung At Heart - BluebellsMuch Too Young (To Feel This Damn Old) - Jason AldeanVienna - Billy JoelDreams Go By - Harry ChapinFather and Son - Cat StephensSlow Cruel Hands of Time – Band of HorsesOlder – Band of HorsesTime – Pink FloydWasted Years – Iron MaidenSummer of 69 – Bryan AdamsTurn Back the Clock – Johnny Hates JazzYesterday – the BeatlesWhen Did I Become My Dad? – Mojo NixonAn Otherwise Disappointing Life – Frightened RabbitOld Man – Neil Young30 – Twisted SisterThese Are the Days of Our Lives – QueenLosing Side of Twenty Five – American Aquarium2 Seconds – VolebeatsCherry Bomb – John Cougar MellencampWheel in the Sky – JourneyHuman Wheels – John Mellencamp21 Days – Brian FallonGrown Ups Grow Apart – Betty WhoAnchorage – Michelle ShockedLast Week – Michigan RattlersTime Heals – Gear Daddies40 Years Along – Martin ZellarGlory Days – Bruce Springsteen & the E Street BandIt’s About Time – the Lemonheads or Van HalenYour Life is Now – John MellencampSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, admittedly a long time in coming, Nate and Kyle are back after an unexpected hiatus and come in swinging with a breakdown of a "great" record. The next in the As Good As They Say series, The MARV hosts take a closer look at the  Beach Boys'  album Pet Sounds which was released in May of 1966. Yes, the album that people who are supposed to know have told you is fantastic and next level genius is finally getting the MARV review treatment. So  listen in as Nate and Kyle take you through the good and the bad in this critically acclaimed album... And we can finally get to the bottom of the question, is it as good as they say?Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this comeback episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle say hello again with a playlist of the songs that never let them down, that can always be counted on to deliver good vibes and happy memories. So listen along as the hosts explain themselves and explain why this may just be the best playlist you'll have heard this week. This week's playlist: The Warm BlanketHeaven Is A Place On Earth - Scarlet Opera Pinch Me - BNLShe Drives Me Crazy - Brian SharpeSkipper Dan - Weird AlDo You Love Me - GusterFly Again - Kip MooreGood Intentions - Toad The Wet SprocketWithout A Trace - Soul AsylumDominos - The Big Pink“45” - Gaslight AnthemGone, Gone, Gone - Robert Plant and Alison KraussCigarettes and Chocolate Milk - Rufus WainwrightI Got You - Split Enz Accidentally 4th Street - Figures on a BeachChick Magnet (live on KNDD) - MXMr. Understanding - Pete and the PiratesAbout a Bird - PeachfuzzThe Obvious Child - Paul SimonThis Is The Day - The TheCry - Angie AparoClose Your Eyes and Open Your Mouth - The Burning HellRock ‘n’ Roll Girls – John FogertySick of Myself – Matthew SweetQuiet Corners & Empty Spaces – the JayhawksSugartown – the FratellisAnother Nail for My Heart – Squeeze4th of July – XThings People Say – the VolebeatsBurrito – Pete YornRollerskate Skinny – Old 97’s Goin’ Thru Your Purse – Material Issue Horseshoe Lake – Todd Snider & the Nervous Wrecks Girl I Almost Married – the Beat Farmers Keeping Me Alive – Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers Bobby Jean – Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band My Happy Place – OddsSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Nate and Kyle disagree about what good music is... I'm sorry, Music at a Rational Volume, is what I meant to write... where was I... Oh right, the episode description! In this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the new, and also the debut, self-titled record by the Wolves of Glendale. WoG is a comedy music trio whose narrative structure and absurdist bent may not be for everyone, so listen into the episode to discover which one of our hosts loved this record and which one really doesn't. Also in this episode is an announcement that the podcast is taking an extended hiatus over the summer and new episodes will resume sometime, probably September-ish... So look out for those, and we'll catch you in the Fall. Thanks for listening everyone!No playlists this week, instead check out Wolves of Glendale and decide for yourself.Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the highs and lows and cool finds they discovered in a hunt for Michigan's best music. As is tradition with our Best of States episodes and playlists, we focus on songs and artists that seem interesting or under appreciated, to shine a light where there hasn't been enough attention paid. So listen along as the hosts discuss the songs and artists that were chosen for the playlist and celebrate some of the best music to come out of the state of Michigan.This week's playlist: Best of States - Michigan Volebeats (Hamtramck)ShannonLike HerDiamondsThe Romantics (Detroit)Tell It to CarrieOne in a MillionPop Evil (North Muskegon) PurpleWaking LionsMarshall Crenshaw (Berkley) There She Goes AgainYou’re My Favorite Waste of TimeMichigan Rattlers (Petoskey)Illinois SkyThat Kind of LifeThe Legal Matters (Detroit?)Please Make a SoundHave You Changed Your MindThe Accidentals (Traverse City)Michigan and AgainGo Getter Greensky Bluegrass (Kalamazoo)HandgunsWindshieldGlenn Frey (Royal Oak)The Heat Is On You Belong To The CityMitch Ryder & the Detroit Wheels (Hamtramck) Little Latin Lupe LuJenny Take A RideTommy James and The Shondells (Niles)Draggin’ The Line Crimson and CloverLindsay Lou (Lansing)Nothing else matters SugarWhich Way Is Home (Detroit)Do You Feel FineAdalineMay Erlewine (Big Rapids)Your SomeoneEasyNote To SelfMason Proper (Alpena (Ann Arbor?))A Chance EncounterLife’s CornucopiaSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the new album by the Old 97s called American Primitive. So listen along as the hosts go through the tracks and talk about what they liked and what they didn't about the latest effort from a great band.No playlist this week, instead listen to Old 97s - American PrimitiveSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle take their shot at creating  a "get psyched" mix in the mold of the classic How I Met Your Mother episode.  You know, the New Years Eve episode in which Barney Stinson shows off his all rise playlist to his friends. So listen along as Nate and Kyle explain themselves and why they chose the ones they did. Then you should definitely take the playlist with you any time you need a shot of musical adrenaline!This week's Playlist: To Get You PsychedWind It Up - Barenaked LadiesI Predict A Riot - Kaiser ChiefsHeart and Soul - Twin AtlanticRaise Your Hands - Bon JoviYou Really Got Me - Van HalenWhat I Like About You - The Romantics99 Red Balloons - GoldfingerTry To Believe - Oingo BoingoBallroom Blitz - SweetCan’t Wait One Minute More - CIVRun Riot - Def LeppardRock and Roll - Led Zeppelin I Will Follow / Desire - U2Power of Love - Huey Lewis and The NewsHoly Touch - Foxy ShazamRescue Me - The AlarmInner Ninja - Classified, David MylesOxygen - Soul AsylumGirls With Guns - Tommy ShawCommie Drives A Nova - Ike ReillyYou Give Love a Bad Name – Bon JoviHelp Me Land – Material IssueDreaming – BlondieShe’s Tight – Cheap TrickNo Homeowners – Sims (feat Doomtree)Sick of Myself – Matthew SweetThe Kids Are Alright  – Matthew Sweet & Susanna HoffsI Stole Your Love – Kiss45 – the Gaslight AnthemMy Mistake – Phantom, Rocker, & SlickBeats So Lonely – Charlie SextonIn a Big Country -  Big CountryFast ‘n’ Hard – Bash & PopIf I Can’t Change Your Mind – SugarAnother Nail in My Heart – SqueezeGot the Time – Joe JacksonGood Girls Don’t – the KnackMony Mony  – Billy IdolDyslexic Heart – Paul WesterbergI Got This – Royal BlissSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss some of the new music they've been listening to this year. Sure there's some new stuff on this playlist, but like most of this podcast's playlists, there's a lot of things that somehow slipped through the cracks. So listen along as the hosts talk about their selections and get hyped for a quirky but really good playlist.This week's playlist: Through The CracksMy Other - Cult Canvas Do One - Frank TurnerNettles - Apples with Moya Better is the End - TophouseOlivia - Wolves of GlendaleHigher - The Kost Golden - Rocket To AnywhereMaryanne - The Statistics Indefinitely - Riley Pearce, Liang Lawrence Tricks - Fox and BonesDevil’s Got My Woman – Andrew CombsI Hate the Winter – Bad Drugs I’m Gonna Be the Lonely Boy TonightNausea – Rocks and Rhubarb Illinois Sky – Michigan Rattlers My Happy Place – the New Odds Impressively Average – Brigette Calls Me BabyThe Feminine Urge – the Last Dinner Party Is This the Single? – Stew & the Negro ProblemRusty Crown – Underwater Sunshine Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the new album by the Kaiser Chiefs, their Easy Eighth Album. Listen along as the hosts dissect the highs and the lows of this long awaited new effort from one of our favorite bands making music today. Hear what Nate and Kyle have to say then check out the record to see if you agree with their takeaways. No playlist this week, instead check out the Easy Eighth Album from the Kaiser ChiefsSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume Nate and Kyle talk about the upcoming St. Patrick's Day and reveal their playlist full of drinking and fighting songs. Enjoy this playlist as you celebrate Leprechaun season with your favorite Emerald Isle people, green or otherwise.  This week's playlist: Drinkin' and Fightin'Drunken Lazy Bastard – the MahonesWill You Still Love Me (If I Wet the Bed) – the PortersShot Glass – the PubcrawlersWhiskey in the Jar – Thin LizzyHere Come a Regular (Replacements cover) – the MahonesWeekend Irish – BarleyjuiceHave a Drink Ya Bastard – the SkelsLiquor Store – the KilliansLas Vegas (In the Hills of Donegal) – Goats Don’t Shave Goddamn Shame – Saint Bushmill’s Choir That Woman’s Got Me Drinking – Begorrah Fuck You, I’m Drunk – Paddy and the Rats Drunken Sailor – Blaggards Is This Bar Open til Tomorrow? – the Mahones No Irish Need Apply – the Wakes My Football Teams Got Me Drinkin’ – the Vandon Arms Kiss Me I’m Shitfaced – Dropkick MurphysThe Fightin’ Ones Brits Out Intro – the Bleeding IrishHunger Strike – the Bleeding IrishBlack Friday Rule – Flogging MollyGreen and Red of Mayo – the Saw DoctorsChip – the Real McKenzies (ok Scottish, but who’s the wiser?)Katie, Bar the Door – the DreadnoughtsFrank – Blood or WhiskeyFollow Me Up to Carlow – Young DublinersJoin the British Army – Barleyjuice Michael Collins – Cruachan When the Guns Have All Been Fired – Meisce 1916 Uprising – the Bleeding Irish Come Out Ye Black and Tans – Colm R. McGuinness Scotland (You Owe Us) – the Mighty Regis Honour of the Gael – the BibleCode Sundays Building Up and Tearing England Down – Mr. Irish Bastard What’s Left of the Flag – Wild Colonial Bhoys (MN) The Boxer – Carbon Leaf Better Man Than Me – the BibleCode Sundays Boys of the County Cork – Black Irish BandSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume Nate and Kyle discuss the new record from West London's indie rockers, the Vaccines. Called Pick-Up Full Of Pink Carnations, the album is The Vaccines 6th studio record and the hosts of this particular podcast have some definite opinions on this album. So listen in as Nate and Kyle discuss the highs and lows of this effort. Just don't be surprised if it doesn't go exactly the way you think it might, as few pieces of music find such rare territory shared in the Venn Diagram made from Nate and Kyle's musical tastes.No playlist this week, instead check out The Vaccines - Pick-Up Full Of Pink CarnationsSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Music at a Rational Volume Podcast, Nate and Kyle (mostly Kyle) take you on a brief reminiscence into the life and career of one Neill Kirby McMillan Jr. (August 2, 1957 – February 7, 2024), who was professionally known as Mojo Nixon. Perhaps best described as the "dirty" Weird Al, Nixon's work was sarcastic and cutting but also witty and clever, all while never being shy to take on topics and people most people wouldn't touch. Full of cuss words, sexual innuendo, adult themes, and plenty of other not safe for work content, Nixon's work will stand out for years to come. So be warned all ye that enter the playlist, it's pretty offensive in there. You can't say we didn't tell you.This week's playlist: The Mojo playlist Jesus at McDonalds Stuffin’ Martha’s Muffin Be My Lover (Alice Cooper cover) I’m Living with a Three Foot Antichrist Burn Down the Malls Elvis is Everywhere Debbie Gibson is Pregnant with My Two-Headed Love Child Don Henley Must Die Not as Much as Football Girlfriend in a Coma (the Smiths cover)Don’t Ask Me Why I Drink Tie My Pecker to My Leg UFO’s Big Rigs & BBQ Bring Me the Head of David Geffen Are You Drinkin’ with Me, Jesus? Beer Ain’t Drinkin’ High School is Prison The Ballad of Country Dick U.P.S. My Heart to You Disney is the Enemy Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Shame I Gotta Crazy Wife I Wanna Kill My Wife Tonight What’s Up Judge Judy’s Ass? Love Me, I’m a Liberal (with Jello Biafra) Will the Fetus Be Aborted? (with Jello Biafra) Drinkin’ with Jesus (with Jello Biafra) Elvis is Everywhere – the Pleasure Barons Punk Rock Girls – Dead Milkmen Vinyl Records – Todd Snider King of Sleaze – the Beat Farmers River of Justice – the Del LordsSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle disagree about one of the most recognizable, well regarded, and simultaneously controversial albums of the 80s, Paul Simon's Graceland. In the latest installment of the As Good As They Say? series, your humble hosts talk about this iconic album from 1986 which is most known for the radio hit "You Can Call Me Al" and its accompanying music video featuring Chevy Chase (who was at the height of his popularity at the time).  Graceland has won Grammys and is heralded by all the usual music industry tastemakers, but also has a sizable list of detractors so listen in to see which side Nate and Kyle land on.No playlist this week, instead check out Paul Simon's GracelandSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn one of the more juvenile episodes/playlists we have made here at Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle have curated a very special set of songs just in time for Valentines Day. A playlist full of songs about self care, getting a grip on yourself, and embracing your situation, whatever that is... okay, let's call it what it really is, just a bunch of songs about masturbation. Join the Midnight Moonshooter's Club and sit back, or whatever position you prefer, with your box of tissues, and your favorite accessories and enjoy this playlist for anyone who is really just trying to love themselves. Have a great Valentines Day everybody!This week's Playlist: The Real SelfieTurning Japanese - The VaporsIt’s Only Me (The Wizard of Magicland) - Barenaked ladiesPlaymate of the year - ZebraheadI Touch Myself - DivinylsCoin Operated Boy - Dresden DollsBlister In The Sun - Violent FemmesDancing With Myself - The Donnas is betterPictures of Lily - The WhoGet a Grip - SemisonicShe Bop - Cyndi LauperU + UR Hand –  PinkHolding My Own – the DarknessAnimal (F@ck Like a Beast) – W.A.S.P.San Diego - South ParkLongview – Green DayI Don’t Need a Man – the Pussycat DollsHoliday Song – the PixiesDoin’ Laundry – Nerf HerderSevered Lips – Dinosaur Jr.If – Janet JacksonRosie – Jackson BrownEvery Day I Die – Gary NumanWorkin’ Up a Sweat – Alice CooperThe Stroke – Billy SquireBe My Girl (Sally) – the PoliceThinking About You – RadioheadFingers – PinkJizzlobber – Faith No MoreHomemade – SebadohM&M’s – Blink 182Pink thing – XTCStroking – Clarence CarterCaptain Jack – Billy JoelAuto Manipulator – Crispin GloverBilly Liar – the DecemberistsVibrator – Electric SixDarling Nikki – Prince & the RevolutionIcicle – Tori AmosPraying Hands – DevoMy Ding-a-ling – Chuck BerryOrgasm Addict – the BuzzcocksOops (Oh My) – Tweet ft. Missy ElliotSt. Swithin’s Day – Billy BraggThe Key to Her Ferrari – Thomas DolbyPump It Up – Elvis CostelloStrap on Robbie Baby – Vanity 6Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the newest October release that was Gaslight Anthem's History Books. As one of the host's favorite bands, Gaslight Anthem has a long track record of making great music. So listen along and see if Nate and Kyle think History Books lives up to the expectations of the band's previous greatness and Brian Fallon's genius. No playlist this week, instead, check out History Books and decide for yourself!Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume Nate and Kyle discuss another one of the greatest albums ever made by humans on planet Earth, Material Issue's underrated classic Destination Universe. Listen as the hosts give some background, context, and reasons why this record was and is still a work of genius, but had the bad luck of being born at a time when its sound and its message was not what people (or the powers that be) wanted to hear.No playlist this week, instead enjoy Material Issue - Destination UniverseYou're welcome...Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the songs made because Winter is a thing for most of us, and Mother Nature can be quite frosty. So the Hosts have created a playlist just for you and your slog through the shivering and freezing months. Listen along as Nate and Kyle discuss the choices for the playlist and set up your listen of definitely the best winter songs playlist out there. Enjoy!This week's playlist: The Coldest Night PlaylistColdest Night of the Year - Bruce CockburnLet’s Hibernate - Emma WallaceColder Weather - Zac Brown BandJanuary Wedding - Avett BrothersSnow In Montana - Michigander et alSong for a Winter’s Night - Gordon LightfootWhen It’s Cold I’d Like to Die - MobyJanuary Hymn - The DecemberistsA Long December - Counting CrowsFuck, I Hate the Cold – Cowboy JunkiesCold Outside – the KilligansRaped and Freezin’ – Alice CooperNew York City - They Might Be GiantsWinter - Tori AmosHazy Shade of Winter - BanglesValley Winter Song - Fountains of WayneSnowed In / Cruisin’ - Joel Plaskett EmergencyBlizzard of ‘77 – Nada SurfHead West – Martin ZellarCold Night in Sante Fe – Will HogeSong for a Winter’s Night – Sarah McLachlanLong Cold Winter – CinderellaDead of Winter – VolebeatsSnowfall – Reckless Kelly Winter Song – Halford I Wanna Drive the Zamboni – Martin Zellar Skyway – the Replacements I Hate the Winter – Bad Drugs See You in the Spring – Courtyard Hounds w/Jakob Dylan Winter – the Rolling Stones S.A.D. Light – Glasvegas Seasonal Depression – Mary Lambert Seasonal Affective Disorder – the Yule Logs Snow Plow – Larry Crane A Long Cold Night in Minneapolis – Dead Man Winter Minneapolis – Lucinda Williams Minnesota Winter – Courtney Waldron It’s Alright to Hate Minnesota in the Wintertime – Michael ShynesSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss their favorite, and therefore best, albums of the previous year 2023. Listen along as the hosts give their justifications for what they like and try to explain why all they chose these albums to recommend them to you.This week's playlist: Best Albums of 202310)  Semisonic – Little Bit of Sun (Nov 3, 2023)  The RopeBeautiful Sky9)  The Dead Milkmen – Quaker City Quiet Pills (Jun 9, 2023)  We Are (Clearly Not) the Master RaceHow Do You Even Manage to Exist8)  the Gaslight Anthem – History Books (Oct 27, 2023) Little FiresHistory Books (feat. Bruce Springsteen)7)  Dessa – Bury the Lede (Sep 29, 2023)  ChopperBlush6)  Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit – Weathervanes (Jun 9, 2023) When We Were CloseWhite Beretta5)  Iggy Pop – Every Loser (Jan 6, 2023)  Strung Out JohnnyMorning Show4)  Candi Carpenter – Demonology, Part 1 (Jun 9, 2023)  Novels About VampiresCult3)  Ruston Kelly – The Weakness (Apr 7, 2023)  St. JupiterMichael Keaton2)  Martin Zellar – Head West (Aug 6, 2023)  Better Off ApartAnyone But Me1)  Dave Hause – Drive It Like It’s Stolen (Apr 28, 2023)  Hazard LightsTarnishN8:Mimi Webb - Amelia March 2, 2023Red FlagsFreezingKip Moore - Damn Love April 8, 2023Damn LoveSometimes She StaysBarenaked Ladies - In Flight September 15, 2023Enough TimeFifty for a WhileGaslight Anthem - History Books  October 27, 2023Positive ChargeSpider BitesTyler Childers - Rustin’ In The Rain September 8, 2023Rustin’ In The RainIn Your LoveThe Beaches - Blame My Ex September 15, 2023Blame BrettEverything Is BoringThe National Parks - 8th Wonder July 28, 2023SunshineDon’t Wake MeNEEDTOBREATHE - Caves  September 15, 2023DreamsThe CaveAshley McBryde- The Devil I Know September 8, 2023Blackout BettySingle At The Same TimeKelsea Ballerini - Rolling Up the Welcome Mat (For Good) August 11, 2023Mountain With A ViewPenthouseSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Nate and Kyle reminisce about the year that was 2023 and highlight the tunes they discovered. This is not a playlist of songs released during the year, but the tunes that have crossed any space or time to impact the hosts this year. So listen along as they talk you through the songs they've picked, the circumstances, and the reasons why. Then sit back and click on the link to listen to the complete playlist on Spotify!This week's playlist: 2023 DiscoveriesN8 Discoveries:The Scarlet Opera - Riot (Comedy - 2023)Dollyrots - Twist Me To The Left (The Dollyrots - 2012)Lake Street Dive - Hell Yeah (Side Pony - 2016)Frank Turner - Get Better (Positive Songs for Negative People - 2015)The Avett Brothers - Ain’t No Man (True Sadness - 2016)Bronze Radio Return - Light Me Up (Light Me Up - 2015)Mother Mother - Get Up (Dance and Cry - 2018)Lostboycrow, AVIV - Strawberry Sunscreen (Rework - Single, 2022 original version on Valleyheart - 2021)The National Parks - I Better Go (8th Wonder - 2023)Blu Eyes - Talk to Myself (single, 2023)Fritz Hager - Two Step (single, 2023)MARIS - Crashland (Single, 2023 (March), also Gravity EP (June))Fake Problems - Soulless (Real Ghosts Caught On Tape, 2010)Tyler Childers - All Your’n (Country Squire, 2019)Ashley Mcbryde - The Devil I Know (The Devil I Know, (2023)Kyle:The Pigeon Detectives (UK) – Love You For a Day (Hate You for a Week) (Emergency – 2008)Pointed Sticks (CAN) – What Do You Want Me to Do? (Waiting For the Real Thing – 2006)Kelly Willis – Rollerskate Skinny (Old 97’s cover)  (Desperate Times - Song of the Old 97’s – 2016)Jesse Malin w/Lucinda Williams – Room 13 (Sunset Kids – 2019) )(Sweet Relief Musicians Fund)The Inmates (UK) – Dead Red Roses (Wanted – 1993)John Gorka – I’m From New Jersey (Pure John Gorka – 1990) The Museum of Knives and Fire – What the hell?  (Mpls?) (612.990.6767 – 2009) The Watson Twins – The Palace (Hollar – 2023) (Chandra/Leigh Kentucky) The Menzingers – America (You’re Freaking Me Out) (Hello Exile – 2019) (Philly) American Aquarium – All I Needed (Chicamacomico – 2022) (NC) Will Hoge (and a bunch of other slappies) – Can I Be Country Too? Michigan Rattlers – Last Week (Evergreen – 2018)The Catholic Girls – Should Have Been Mine (Meet the Catholic Girls – 1982, NJ, only LP, Go-Go’s?) The Holy Cows – (It Ain’t the) Dyin’ That’s Hard (Blueberrie – 1997) (Chelsea, MI)  Crash Kelly (CAN)  – Jenny Jet (One More Heart Attack – 2008) Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the best, or at least their favorite traditional/classic Christmas tunes. The hosts attempt to explain their choices as they pick their favorites from 26 of the most done to death and over recorded Christmas songs around. Listen in as they talk about the whys and the whats around every song and hopefully there will be something new for everyone to hear on this week's playlist.This week's playlist: Christmas Classics FavoritesO Holy NightJordan Smith and MoTabHeart Silent NightErasureThe Thorns Little Drummer BoySister HazelBob SegerAngels We Have Heard on HighBrian Setzer Orchestra Beta RadioO Come All Ye FaithfulCeline DionTwisted SisterJoy To The WorldNat King Cole (Handsome & GretylGod Rest Ye Merry GentlemenBNL, Sarah McLachlan (duh! It’s damn near perfect)Yep…although, Belinda Carlisle does a nice version.  Good luck finding that one.Away In A MangerDavid MylesJohn DenverCarol of the BellsMannheim SteamrollerMr. MackeyThe First NoelJohnny Mathis Lady AntebellumWe Wish You A Merry ChristmasPentatonixWeezer Have Yourself a Merry Little ChristmasBing CrosbyShawn Colvin – only one close is First Aid KitWhite ChristmasThe DriftersDarlene LoveThe Christmas SongChris Isaak Nat “the King” ColeThe Christmas WaltzThe Carpenters JohnnyswimJingle BellsMichael Buble, Puppini Sisters Brian Setzer Orchestra 12 Days of ChristmasJohn Denver, MuppetsStraight No ChaserRudolph the Red-nosed ReindeerJewelJack JohnsonSanta BabyMe First and the Gimme GimmesEverclearBaby It’s Cold OutsideSeth MacFarlane w/Sara BareillesBrian Setzer Orchestra w/Ann-Margret Santa Claus Is Coming To TownJohnny Mercer - specifically the Q-Burns Abstract Message RemixBruce Springsteen & the E-Street BandBlue ChristmasChris Isaak The LumineersMary, Did You Know?Carrie UnderwoodCeeLo GreenDo You Hear What I Hear?Peter BreinholtKristen ChenowethI’ll Be Home For ChristmasDarius RuckerBeach BoysLittle Saint NickHansonBeach BoysSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Nate and Kyle discuss the 80s "Classic" album The Replacements Let It Be. Released in 1984 this record has been widely hailed as one of the most influential albums ever released and has also received critical praise for its brilliance. The hosts take a stab at reviewing it now and seeing if it is indeed as good as they say. Nate hadn't heard it all the way through and Kyle, because he loves Minnesota, has heard it a lot. So take a listen and hear what these two random music fans think about.No playlist this week instead listen to Let It Be for yourself and make up your own mind.Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle break out the next round of epic breakup songs. No matter who you are you will have your heart torn into pieces at least once and if you're really honest with yourself, you're better for it... and let's be honest you kind of deserved that one, you know which one I'm talking about. So listen in as the hosts walk you through the songs and give you the playlist of 14 excellent breakup songs, plus 2 bonus tunes thrown in for good measure. Enjoy, but not too much, ya masochist.  This week's playlist: Breakup Songs - Part IINothing Breaks Like A Heart - Sea GirlsLosing You - Ugly AmericansBetter Than You – Will HogeWore Me Down – Martin Zellar & the HardwaysI’m Not Ready - Michael Bolton, Delta GoodremPlease Baby Please - Serena RyderHow to Break a Heart – Julian MoonBoys Don’t Cry – PlumbMy Baby’s Gone - Kip MooreSee If I Care - Gary AllanBlue Period – the Smithereens w/Belinda CarlisleThought I Was the One – VolebeatsIf You Wanna - The VaccinesThorns – CeeLo GreenHeartbreak on the 101 – Band of HorsesYou Don’t Love Me Anymore - Weird AlSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Nate and Kyle do some housekeeping and clear out the glut of albums released in 2023 that they haven't had time to do full reviews on. Enjoy bite sized commentary on a random assortment of albums released this year from Ruston Kelly, Dessa, Foxy Shazam, Turnpike Troubadours, and others. Thanks for listening!This week's playlist - Album Review Grab Bag SamplerMimi Webb – AmeliaHouse on FireFreezingGhost of YouSee You SoonFoxy Shazam - Dark Blue NightI Can Change For YouMan In BloomThe Forbidden KindTurnpike Troubadours – Cat in the RainChipping MillBlack SkyDessa – Bury the LedeChopperBlushI Already Like YouRuston Kelly – The WeaknessSt. JupiterHoly ShitMichael KeatonThe Sherlocks – People Like Me & YouGoing NowhereHere and NowCandi Carpenter – Demonology EP, part 1 Novels About VampiresSkinnyPet Shop Boys – Lost EPSkeletons in the ClosetLiving in the PastDead Milkmen – Quaker City Quiet PillsHow Do You Even Manage to Exist?We Are (clearly not) the Master RaceSupport the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

Send us Fan MailIn this first episode back after a short break... We begin Series 6 of Music at a Rational Volume with a review episode. Nate and Kyle take on the (relatively) new album by the Canadian rockers, the Barenaked Ladies, called In Flight. In what can only be described as a complicated review, the hosts parse the effort from Toronto's finest and decide whether or not to recommend it for you to listen to as well. So listen in as the hosts dive into the issues surrounding the band's 14th studio record as they another chapter to their legacy.No Playlist for this week, but take In Flight for a test drive instead.Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A CoffeeMusicatarationalvolume.com@MARVpodcast on Twittermusicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed