PODCAST · music
So So / Cool
by Matthew Ferry, Brandon Kisner, Joe Basile
3 friends revisit the music of their childhood and decide if it’s still cool or just so-so.
Episodes
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Indie Music of the Early Aughts
Greetings fans! How have you been? You haven’t heard from us for a while because we’ve been in the lab preparing an exhaustive rundown of an entire genre! But now we’re back, coming in hot with a fresh new format: responding to a list we found on Reddit! In this memerific episode we’re talking...
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Punch Brothers, "Antifogmatic"
Okay fans, strap on your suspenders, throw back a mason jar full of moonshine, and get ready for some stomp-clapping, because this week we’re talking about Americana. More specifically, we’re listening to the bluegrass-adjacent 2010 album “Antifogmatic” by Punch Brothers. But while this record...
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John Frusciante, "Shadows Collide With People"
This week we’re bringing you a pod to play to when you’re lonely, or in any other mood really, as we listen to John Frusciante’s 2004 album “Shadows Collide with People”. Matthew kicks things off by expressing a regret from his past. Then the guys play one their favorite games – “Is This Rock?” –...
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The Postal Service, "Give Up"
Tell me, am I right to think that there could be nothing better than listening to some dudes talking about the Postal Service? We hope so, because this week we’re breaking down the band’s one and only studie: "Give Up", from 2003. In this ep, which was definitely recorded today, March 2, our…
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Coheed and Cambria, "No World for Tomorrow"
Alright all you Gravemakers and Gunslingers, this week we’re running free as we listen to Coheed and Cambria’s 4th studie, "No World for Tomorrow". Our trio of hosts try to pin down exactly what genre this album fits into. Is it prog? Is it hair metal? Is it cock rock? Listen along as Joe…
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Beck, "Sea Change"
Put your hands on the wheel, and let the weight of the world drift away, because this week we discuss Beck's 2002 album “Sea Change”. This record, a major departure from Beck’s previous work, features sparse and expressive songwriting juxtaposed with dreamlike string arrangements and production...
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Jeff Buckley, "Grace"
I heard there was a secret pod, that a few fans played while they took a jog. But you don’t really care for music podcasts, do you? Well, then check out the Daily or something because this week we’re talking about Jeff Buckley (or is it Buck Jeffley?), and his 1994 album “Grace”. This is…
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Ben Folds Five, "Whatever and Ever Amen"
Every fan gather round now, while the So So / Cool Five sings you a song. Well… actually we’re not singing, so much as bringing you another episode of selfless, cold, and composed musical analysis. And this week we’re talking about Ben Folds Five’s sophomore 1997 album “Whatever and Ever Amen.”...
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PJ Harvey, "Stories from the City, Stories from the Sea"
Can you hear them? The helicopters? Well we’re sorry! We don’t have a professional podcast studio yet. At least we aren’t sitting in silence because for the second time in the last few weeks, Matthew talks us through an artist and album we were not super familiar with. This time, it’s PJ Harvey…
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Primus, "Frizzle Fry"
We are gathered here today in the majestic halls of old to honor an album called “Frizzle Fry.” That’s right fans, despite being plagued by insecurity, and having minds numbed by too many puppies, our overaged hosts will attempt to analyze Primus’ 1990 debut studio album. We dig into a band that...
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Fiona Apple, "When the Pawn …"
We are doing this on purpose, but we hope we’re not making a mistake by dedicating this week’s episode to Fiona Apple’s 1999 album, “When the Pawn …”. While this album is relatively new to two of our hosts, we’re doing way more than scratching the surface—analyzing Apple’s unique songwriting and...
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Jurassic 5, "Power in Numbers"
Happy new year fans! This year, the So So / Cool saga continues with more candy for your ears. We’re dropping our first episode of 2023 on Jan. 5 about J5 (see what we did there?). That’s Jurassic 5, if you’re not a Rhodes Scholar for the dollar. Specifically, we’re discussing their 2002 album...
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A Merry Podmas Gift for You from So So / Cool
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! To get in the spirit, we’re striking the harp, joining the chorus, and donning our gay apparel, but unfortunately our blazing yule was turned off prematurely by a grumpy podcast Grinch. In this very special Holiday episode, we’re getting festive, talking...
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Portishead, "Dummy"
Fans, nobody loves us, not like you do. That’s why this week we’re putting you all on a pedestal, for it's such lovely day to have to always feel this way about Portishead’s 1994 debut album, “Dummy.” In this episode, we talk about the origins of, and Portishead’s place in, the popular 90s genre,...
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Grüvis Malt, "Maximum Unicorn", Part 2: Listening discussion with Gavin Castleton and Brendan Bell of Grüvis Malt
Jump in your blood-red Blade Razoredster, activate the SECRET TIRES, and throw on your patent leather sweater vest because we got an episode that is packed with monster dance party-worthy jams! You won’t need Ritalin-kid-like focus this week as we bring you the second half of our conversation…
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Grüvis Malt, "Maximum Unicorn", Part 1: Interview with Gavin Castleton and Brendan Bell of Grüvis Malt
It’s no use to fight The Blaze, fans… This week’s episode is gonna drive you wild, but hopefully you don't lose your wallets. Join us for Side A of The Maximum Conversation with Gavoon Castleteen and Brondin Beal – founding members of the band Grüvis Malt. Wait wait, sorry, that's Gavin Castleton...
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Squirrel Nut Zippers, "Hot"
Hey all you hepcats, this week we’re listening to Squirrel Nut Zippers’ 1996 album, "Hot". Join us as we talk about that unusual period of the 1990s—when a significant chunk of America was enamored with zoot suits and lindy-hop—and how Squirrel Nut Zippers sort of did and sort of did not fit into...
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Grand Buffet, "Five Years of Fireworks"
Do you smell something? You know what that reminds me of? That smells like… a fresh pod ep! This week we’re talking Pittsburgh-based rap duo Grand Buffet and their 2005 compilation, "Five Years of Fireworks". Please don’t bust our chops after hearing us breakdown the virtuosic, syncopated rhymes…
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Weezer, "Weezer" (The "Blue Album")
Hey fans! How we doin', fans? It’s been a while, fans. Life's so rad. But here we are, back from our digital garages to bring you a brand-new season of fresh content and lukewarm takes! This podcast's my favorite, don't you love em? We’re so glad we’re all back together and stuff. It's gonna be…
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Rage Against the Machine, "Rage Against the Machine"
Mic check, one two, one two. Yeah, we're coming back with another bomb cast this week with Rage Against the Machine's self-titled 1992 classic. This band was a pretty big part of our early formative years, as evidenced by our vivid memories of rocking out with broom handle guitars, air drums, and...
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Elliott Smith, "Xo"
Put on your baby blue polos and pop those collars cause this week we're talking about bro pop icon, Elliott Smith, and his 1998 classic "Xo". Wait scratch that, we got that wrong. Let's start over… Powder your wigs and dust off your petticoats cause this week we're talking Baroque pop. Or is it...
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Everclear, “So Much For the Afterglow”
Thanks for the Christmas card! We might not want to hear about your new job or about your swinging new place, but we definitely do want to hear and discuss Everclear’s 1997 smash hit, “So Much For the Afterglow”. This week, we are joined by trans poet, multimedia artist and our old friend Patty...
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No Doubt, "Tragic Kingdom"
Hey You, this week we’re walking into spiderwebs and munchin' on some old decoy cheese while we discuss No Doubt’s 1995 smash hit "Tragic Kingdom". Brandon gets in touch with his ‘90s ska kid roots, Matthew has some thoughts about the drumming and Joe draws distinct lines between disco and funk....
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Herbie Hancock, "Head Hunters"
This week we are coming down from the upper atmosphere and tethering ourselves closer to the earth with the seminal 1973 Herbie Hancock album, "Headhunters". If you’ve ever wondered what the difference is between hard bop, modal jazz, and jazz-funk, this episode is for you! Join us as we try to...
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Mr. Bungle, "California"
This week we're surfin' the waves of funhouse mirrors and air-conditioned nightmares with the sounds of Mr. Bungle's 1999 album, "California”. Get ready for some spritely genre shapeshifting that’ll surely keep you on your toes. But be careful—it just might rot your brain like a catchy tune. At...
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Blackalicious, "Blazing Arrow"
Make your disc and play this tape in your Camero because this week we’re talking about the 2002 Blackalicious album Blazing Arrow. Join us as we take a journey through music with the encyclopedic sample collection of producer Chief Xcel, have our collective domes blown by the fire breathing…
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The Mars Volta, "De-Loused in the Comatorium"
It’s time to put down your half-eaten corneas, prepare the flinched cocooned meats, and dress the tapeworm as pets because this week we’re getting lost in the uncanny dream world of The Mars Volta’s 2003 album, "De-Loused in the Comatorium". Join us as we journey back to the early 2000s revival…
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Björk, "Vespertine"
Who would've known that some boys like us would stay going nowhere? Well, if it means hanging out to talk about Björk's 2001 album, "Vespertine", count us in! This week, we discuss the soundscapes and microbeats that craft an intimate, sonic glimpse into new love. But could a discussion about...
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Foo Fighters, "The Colour and the Shape"
Ever wonder, “what have we done with innocence?” Well, we have, too. So this week we decided to look for answers in Foo Fighters’ 1997 album, “The Colour and the Shape.” Spoiler alert: we’re not gonna give you any useful insight. But join us as we delve into this question and more, such as the...
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Cake, "Fashion Nugget"
Awww no!! Break out your vibraslaps. This week we reluctantly crouch at our desks to talk about the four-letter band Cake and their 1996 album "Fashion Nugget". Join us as we dig into which iteration of the band was our favorite, realize in-the-moment which tracks are covers, and call out the…
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Grüvis Malt, "…With the Spirit of a Traffic Jam"
Get ready for a lot of fun and excitement as we discuss Grüvis Malt's 2002 album “…With the Spirit of a Traffic Jam”. This is a band we were absolutely obsessed with in high school. It all started one fateful day when they filled in for Hoobastank as the opener for Incubus at their show in…
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Introducing So So / Cool
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
3 friends revisit the music of their childhood and decide if it’s still cool or just so-so.
HOSTED BY
Matthew Ferry, Brandon Kisner, Joe Basile
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3 friends revisit the music of their childhood and decide if it’s still cool or just so-so.
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So So / Cool is created and hosted by Matthew Ferry, Brandon Kisner, Joe Basile.
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