Waves Across The Water

In this weeks episode we delve into the far side of our albums, as we pick out our Top 5 Album Closers, which songs bring the album to a close .. and in style!We've made our way through some of our favorite artists, some nostalgia and some which coincidentally reminded us of our lost ones (and we're ranked so close to each other!)This week we have picks such as; Sum 41, Jimi Hendrix, Incubus, Elton John, Nas, Spose, Prince, Taking Back Sunday, Kid Cudi, Black Sabbath, Will Smith and of course Sleep Token vs A Day To Remember!! So a real mixed bag of genres, albums, sounds and artists which we hope you enjoy listening to us dicuss, and maybe even find something from us you didn't hear before!Let us know in the comments what your favorite album closers are, did we miss anything huge?Thank you as always for the support and we wish you a great weekend!!Links:Link to our Spotify Playlist if you wish to listen along with usAll our links; social media, spotify

Let's go back to 2005!A really fun episode this week, as we take a trip down memory lane and revisit the year 2005 to pick out our Top 5 songs of the year!Thanks to everyone in our discord server, who voted in the poll to choose this weeks episode (come and join us to feature in voting for future episodes! link in the beacons below!)But we had a fun, nostalgic week this week - and we picked some really interesting songs to discuss, as well as going off on a tangent as we usually do. But some picks from this year included bands such as; OK Go, Coheed & Cambria, FLOW, Wolfmother, Avenged Sevenfold, Foo Fighters, System Of A Down, The Game, Gorillaz & Jack Johnson plus many more!Listen along with our Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/66os3yahfRlgCg2t3zv9jE?si=0d193ed3f1f04fc7Waves Socials: beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod*NEW* Buymeacoffee: buymeacoffee.com/WavesAcrossTheWater

Join us this week as we pick out our Top 5 coldrain songs in an episode that turned out to be a very fun (but tough!) week!We first came across coldrain hearing Mayday from Fire Force (a track Huxy is still listening to over a year later!) and decided when they released the new song "EX-HUMANITY" that it would be the right time to dive deep into their back catalogue.Through the past week, we have been learning more about the band, how long they have been going and discovering the talent of the band, and lead singer and songwriter Masato HayakawaSo we hope you enjoy this episode - filled with new and old songs, and of course Mayday makes an appearance! Let us know in the comments or on our socials if you enjoyed this episode and what your favorite coldrain song is!coldrain on Spotifycoldrain on FacebookListen along to our picks on Spotify-----------------------------------------------------------------Waves Socials: http://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod*New* Buymeacoffee link: https://buymeacoffee.com/wavesacrossthewater

This week we dive into ANKOR, heavily underrated yet so talented! We pick out our Top 5 songs from them and have a great discussion about the band, their roots in Catalonia, how they developed their sound and also some facts about the band! Did you know one of the members has a GameBoy Advance tattoo!?Let us know your favorite songs in the comments, or is this the first time you're hearing about them? We'd love it if we could help grow their fanbase as they are so deserving of it!!Check them out here: Ankor Official Youtube channelWaves Socials: https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodNEW BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/wavesacrossthewater

Join for a very special episode this week. We dive into the one-man band, and one of the most exciting music producers, singers, multiinstrumentalists of this generation.Fuelled by a love of anime music and gaming - Alex, the man behind Divide Music, continues to make some of the best music within 'Nerdcore' so we listened through his extensive catalogue and picked out our Top 5 songs, as tough as it was!!Please do support Alex if you can, links to his socials are belowhttps://dividemusicofficial.comhttps://www.youtube.com/c/DivideMusichttps://www.instagram.com/divide.music/Waves Socialshttps://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

Join us this week as we roll naturally into Starbomb after our Ninja Sex Party episode!We had so much fun, we had to pick our Top 5 from Starbomb, a group featuring Ninja Brian, Danny Sexbang and EgoRaptor! Making some of the most fun, unique gaming related music we've heard so far!!We pick out songs that highlight the pure talent of the group, showcasing songs that hit the Hip-Hop, Rock and 8-bit sounds from their catalogue!Songs with hilarious titles such as Pokemon Smash or Pass, Joy-Con Drift, The Simple Plot Of Final Fantasy 7, Wheel of Misfortune and The Hero of Rhyme. We guarentee you'll love these songs, and enjoy us discussing them just as much!Be sure to follow along with Starbomb and check out some of their music on Spotify, links below! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1DLBs2535MM32RYqirYYY4?si=AFWC-6YsRVWISBPjN3VtEQWAVES SOCIALS: http://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

Join us this week as we record one of the funnest episodes yet, NINJA SEX PARTY!!!!They have hilarious lyrics and song themes, they're uber talented and we uncover the story behind Ninja Brian giving uup his day job as a theoretical physicist to make music full time in NSP!!!So join us as we laugh, vibe and share stories of why we picked songs in our Top 5 and as always let us know your top songs in the comments!Peace!Follow NSP here - https://www.youtube.com/user/NinjaSexPartyWaves Pod socials - https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KEITH!!!As another year passes, we are back once again wuth our annual Anime Top 5 episode celebrating Keith's birthday!!We may be biased, but this one was probably our favorite episode so far of these anime episodes. We searched the best we could, picked out some lesser heard songs and surprised each other with the quality of choices - we hope you enjoy this one as much as we did!!!!Featured in this week episode; Band Maid, Tia, Marty Grimes & BJRNICK, Mob Choir, Mrs Green Apple, ELLEGARDEN, Aimer and many many more! Listen along with us in the Official Spotify PlaylistLet us know if you enjoyed this, and be sure to wish Keith a Happy Birthday in the comments!!Waves Socials: https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

Welcome everyone! This week is a fun episode, we pick out our Top 5 COVERS SONGS!We dug deep for this one, and even managed to pick out some songs that neither of us knew were actually cover songs!!We discuss Jimi Hendrix, Ninja Sex Party, Betraying The Martyrs, Metallica, Sleep Token and Reel Big Fish!!Let us know some of your fave covers songs in the comments below!Waves Socials: https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

This week we tackle our Top 5 Breaking Benjamin songs!This was a fun week, another episode where we find the fantastic songwriting talent and musical genius behind Breaking Benjamin.We visit a range of albums across their discography in our choices - with some interesting deep cuts too!So let us know your faves in the comments, did we miss any bangers?Thanks for all the support! Please visit our socials in the link below and check out our YouTube live music reactions, come join our Discord and check out our NEW Patreon page for more content!!https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

In this weeks episode, we dive into the powerful discography of Rise Against, exploring their most impactful and memorable tracks, including just how good vocalist and songwriter Tim McIlrath is!!Join us as we pick our Top 5 Rise Against songs that have defined their sound, inspired fans, and made a lasting mark on not only punk rock, but music as a whole. As always let us know your picks in the comments, did we stupidly miss any bangers out?Thanks for all the support, be sure to check us out on YouTube/Patron and come and join the Discord! All these links are in our Beacons link below!http://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

This week was a fun episode, we picked out our Top 5 RIFFS! Join us as we discuss our favs, and why we love them, what they mean to us and talk over some of the lyrics around them!We chose iconic, personal or just general badass riffs! Hear us talk about Jimi Hendrix, Elton John, Rage Against The Machine, Black Sabbath, Paul Simon and Guns N Roses!Thanks for listening and please let us know your favorites in the comments, or did we miss anything stupidly GODLIKE?Please like, subscribe if you enjoy and drop us a follow on our socials in the beacons link below!https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

Welcome, welcome everyone!It was only in a recent conversation that we talked about AJR, and our previous episodes on the "Turning Out Trilogy" that we both came to the realization that even though we had delved into the three albums in great detail (check those out btw if you're a fan - we loved recording them!) that we hadn't actually EVER picked out our Top 5 songs by them! So here we are!We pick out our Top 5 songs, of ALL their discography, new EP included, and talk about why we like them, share some of our favorite lyrics and visuals from any supporting music videos.We talk about songs such as Dear Winter, Maybe Man, Steve's Going To London, The Worlds Smallest Violin plus more!So let us know your fave tracks in the comments, and enjoy this episode............1........2.......... PANDEMONIUM!!Socialshttps://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

This week we take a look at our Top 5 Rap & Hip Hop songs. Not an often discussed genre but always a fun one when we do!We check out both modern and classic artists in this episode, showcasing how the modern era are inspired by the classic artists. We pick out favourite lyrics, beats and more! Artists mentioned in this weeks episode include;MF DOOM, Beastie Boys, Wiz Khalifa and some newer artists such as Prof, Post Malone and Dan BullSo come and join us this week and let us know your favourite artists in the comments!Follow us on our socials -> https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

🎧 Welcome to our latest episode, "Ones To Watch In 2026" an annual episode where we kick off into the New Year by searching for bands we think will do well this year!!🎶Join us as we dive into the world of emerging bands that we believe will make a big impact in 2026. We discuss why these artists are ones to keep an eye on and explore what sets them apart in today's music scene.Bands featured in this episode include:Calva LouiseOne ChinShowing TeethSoulsickUnpeopleHeadwreckUpon The WaterIf you're looking for the next big thing, your new favourite band or just interested in finding some new music - this episode is packed with insights and recommendations for you!Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more music discussions!🔔 Stay tuned and discover the future of music today!#OnesToWatch #Music2026 #EmergingBands #CalvaLouise #OneChin #ShowingTeeth #Soulsick #Unpeople #Headwreck #UponTheWater

It's the MOST Wonderful Time Of The Year!!!That's right, our favorite episode of the year, Spotify Wrapped, is now here!We jump into our top listens across the year, our top songs, artists and which one of us will have the most listened-to minutes??ALso where will Band Maid feature!? Plus other artists such as One OK Rock, Gore, Sleep Token  and A Day To Remember!? (obvs)So join us for our annual feel-good episode and help us sign off 2025 with a bang!!Thank you for all you support this year, it's been a great year for us and we owe it all to you listeners!! We've big plans for 2026 so we hope that you'll all join us for a big year again!!!Happy Holidays if you celebrate, and a Happy New Year to all! - Keith and Huxy :)https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

Get ready for a spooktacular episode! 🎃👻This week, we're diving into the dark and twisted world of Halloween with our Top 5 'Ice Nine Kills' songs. From their haunting melodies to chilling storytelling (through Spencer's amazing vocals!), this episode paired with their awesome tracks are perfect for getting into the spirit of Spooky Season.Don't miss out on our horror-inspired picks—subscribe and hit play if you dare! 🎃👻🎃👻🎃👻🎃👻🎃👻🎃Follow ICE NINE KILLS here -  ⁨@IceNineKills⁩ 🎃Spotify Playlist to listen along; https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7EcAqrr8osxrMpHRL6ygfc?si=90a3544309f44084🎃Waves Socials: https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodThanks for listening!!

Join us this week for an inspiring episode, where we pick out our Top 5 songs that make us feel Ten Feet Tall!Those songs that, when you walk outside just make you feel like everything is gonna all be okay, and fill you with all of the confidence!We picked classics from ELO, Dire Straits and Huey Lewis into more recent times such as BABYMETAL, Spiritbox and even Huntrix! Join us for this fun and uplifting journey!!Spotify Playlist to listen along; https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CowklOLEcRYZUNIZshe8W?si=cf494c34b75749cfWaves Socials: https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

As our 2 YEAR anniversary of our journey is here, we like to dedicate one episode per year to reminisce on our journey so far, memorable episodes and moments, favourite jokes and funny parts and think about what's next for the year ahead into Year 3!So enjoy this special episode, get comfy and sit back with us as we have a chill episode and let us know in the comments, or on our socials, what your favourite parts of the past 2 years have been, and what you would like to see in future episodes!We love listening to your guys input to help shape our episodes!Follow us on our socials here: https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

Lace up those New Balance, fire up the BBQ and crack open that beer as we pick out our Top 5 Divorced Dad Rock this week in a fun episode!!We did into the classic hits of the 2000s-era rock/grunge/everything else scene and discuss why these songs still hit so hard after so long! Think Staind, Creed, Matchbox Twenty, Stone Temple Pilots, Limp Bizkit and of course, Nickelback!So fire up those quarter pounders and crack open a beer! Lets toast one out for the homies going through divorces!Waves Socials:BEACONS: https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/454yEZDneqtZo9sHoISDz0?si=ab9e04346ab04af7X/TWITTER: https://x.com/wavesacrosspodTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@wavesacrosspodINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wavesacrosspod/

Welcome welcome everyone!Something a little different this week, we chose 5 completely random songs, and let ChatGPT (CHAD-GPT) rank them using specific criteria;ProductionLyrics  ReplayabilityJoin us as we see what he has to say, and how much he's loved working with us on this episode! We pick anything, nothing is off limits, you'll hear Queen, Mac Miller, Stone Sour, Gore, Seatbelts and many more.Follow us on the below links to our socials, drop a like and subscribe if you're new here (hello!) and check out our songs picks in the Spotify Playlist below too! Peace!Waves Socials: http://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod Spotify Listenalong Link: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/61qoGE3uMLn6MfTlJX6meK?si=6dcc1018d7c0400a

Join us this week for our weekly podcast we we pick out our Top 5 Black Stone Cherry songs.It's a hard sell for Keith, but Huxy tries his hardest to bring some of their back catalogue into play to peak his interest. Songs such as Rain Wizard, Hell or High Water and Yeah Man bring that ol' Southern Flava alongside Peace is Free (ft. Lzzy Hale), Things My Father Said & more!Follow the band here;  @blackstonecherry on YouTubehttps://www.blackstonecherry.com/https://www.instagram.com/blackstonecherryofficial Spotify Playlist to listen along with us; https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6AgVlQw3sTASmZCKYaDkBq?si=5c0cb1e6a9a84a0e Waves Socials: https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

"Aw sh*t, here we go again...!!!"This weeks episode is a fun one, we pick out our Top 5 songs from A Day To Remember!From their first album all the way up to their most recent record, we had a fun time choosing songs in this one so we hope you enjoy listening and thank you for your support!!Bangers featuring in this ep include: Sometime You're The Hammer.., 1958, Paranoia, Same Team, This Is The House That Doubt Built, City of Ocala, Silence and Huxy discovers 'Over My Head' is a cover!!!!Waves Socials: https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

In this weeks episode, we decided to pick our Top 5 Linkin Park songs, only choosing 'pre-Emily' songs, as homage to Chester Bennington.We revisit the classic albums such as; Hybrid Theory, Meteora, Minutes To Midnight and A Thousand Suns.If you enjoy the new Linkin Park music, please check out our previous Episode where we go track-by-track and review 'From Zero' at this link: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7s92PP1FSNK1MwTjZXcuzh?si=0eea809af3f14b2a Waves Socials:https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod https://instagram.com/wavesacrosspod https://x.com/wavesacrosspod

Join us this week as we pick out our Top 5 All Time Low songs, Pop Punk lives on!!We run down our favourite tracks, and why we picked them, including classic such as;  Missing You, Therapy, The Party Scene, Sick Little Games, Melancholy Kaleidascope and many more! Which one takes the coveted #1 spot though?We hope you enjoy this episode, be sure to check out our previous episodes too, thanks for your support!!Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3AwLvrekmkDb66nGwN7qu2?si=21ecfbed87f74d14Waves Socials:https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

Happy Friday everyone! This week we pick out our Top 5 Pop Punk songs, whilst the nostalgia flows and memories of Warped Tour flutter on by!Check the episode out, featuring the classic such as; Green Day, Blink 182, Taking Back Sunday, All Time Low as well as finding newer Pop Punk bands still keeping the fire burning from Chicago's finest Flourescents, and SUCKERPUNCH!So give us a listen, share your favourites in the comments and don't forget to leave a like if you enjoyed the episode!!Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3P14lxWW5zY3IXKXOHKCPb?si=8c4316cb00154f82Waves Socials: https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodInstagram: https://instagram.com/wavesacrosspodPEACE!

Join us for a magical musical journey as we countdown our top 5 favorite Disney songs!Joined by Meghan this week, we'll explore the stories behind the music, discussing the nostalgia they bring, and sharing some fun trivia along the way!Get ready for a trip down memory lane filled with catchy tunes and heartwarming memories.We may even sing along to your favorites!? Who knows...This episode is perfect for Disney fans of all ages, so sit back and enjoy as we relive our youths!Waves Socials: beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

Will You Halt This Eclipse In Me?Welcome, welcome everyone! We're excited to talk about the brand new Sleep Token record this week, Even In Arcadia, diving deep into the lyrics, the vulnerability and the insane talent that lead singer Vessel has on just about everything!The album debuted in its first week at #1 in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Germany, Netherland, New Zealand, United Kingdom AND United States! Huge congratulations to the band for their first No.1 album.So come and join us in Arcadia, where we investigate if everything is really as promised to Vessel, and why the respect to the band is of great importance.WORSHIP.@Sleep_Token // Instagram & Twitter@wavesacrosspod // Instagram, TikTok and TwitterListen to Even In Arcadia on Spotify hereBeacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KEITH!!This week we recorded our THIRD installment of our "Top 5" anime songs, in celebration of Keith's birthday as well, to pick out some of our favourite bangers and accompanying videos that sit alongside them.We chose heavy hitters such as LiSA, Band Maid (of course, our new obsession), and other artists including Divide Music, YUNGBLUD, ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION, May'n, Vocapanda, QUEENDOM, Yoko Tanahashi and plenty more!Come hang out with us, and let us know what we missed this time around! Check us out on YouTube also at this link: Waves Across The Water - YouTube ChannelBe good to each other! Peace!LINKSListen along to our picks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5nRJ4CbgcVZL2YI5f7uFRr?si=f209fe8d96344793Follow our socials: beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

Welcome, welcome everyone!This week, Huxy finally finished watching the Netflix series "Arcane" which meant one thing and one thing only - we had to pick out our Top 5 songs from the show!Join us as we choose songs from across both Season 1 and 2, as we discuss which scenes had the most intense songs, which were the most emotional and which "Battle Bangers" suited the best accompanying the fight scenes!Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1DZ06evO30uMeI?si=9fc0de36ac744c9cWaves Socials: beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

Join us this week as we bring in Spring with some chilled vibes - and pick out our Top 5 Indie Folk songs.We've picked a broad bunch of talented musicians and songwriters for this one such as; Evan Honer, Nolan Taylor, Mt. Joy, MAGIC GIANT, Joe Purdy, Myles Smith and the highly underrated Hollan.So come join us around the campfire in the woods, pick up a hot chocolate and come chill with us as we pick out our Top 5 Indie Folk songs!Spotify playlist to listen along: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2jYkbIYuOJEoLRLALwutuM?si=be2f3bdc71d74e3c=====================================Waves Socials: beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod

Join us this week for more shenanigans as we jump into the brand new album from A Day To Remember "The Big Ole Album Vol. 1"!!Keith is in his element as we run through every track, sharing our thoughts on what we like and which lyrics hit us the most! Including choosing our "Solid Choice" and "Platinum Choice" from the album.This was such a great episode, we hope you enjoy and we would like to thank each and every one of you for all the support you've given us on our journey so far!! We have now hit over 500 subscribers on YouTube so if you'd like to see us talking about these episodes as well, hit the link below!!Album Link: https://open.spotify.com/album/1lAeYgoPZlOyPCudqqmSOg?si=SPHY68M1Tg6xliMvS7kjIw===========================Socials: beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodYouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8VWDy9uGVbgrBXwJlRwESQ

In this weeks episode we are joined by a special guest, Sky LightHouse. Hailing from the Sunshine State of Florida, multi-instrumentalist Sky talks us through his process of song writing, playing every instrument on the record, the various vocal techniques and warm-up's before recording as well as how he develops his ideas into some of the most impressive and cinematic music videos we have ever seen!Hear us discuss what a live show involves, what the message behind the band is, as well as the finer details, such as his intricate mask production and hear some of his influences from the gruesome world of horror which is reflected within these movie masterpieces.What does the future hold for Sky LightHouse in 2025 and beyond? Tune in today to find out!!Sky Lighthouse, formed in 2019, is driven by a mission to create music with real meaning. Founded by Luis Osorio, the band combines the raw intensity of heavy metal with profound lyrical storytelling. Their sound draws inspiration from legendary bands such as Linkin Park, Architects, Wage War, Bad Omens, and All That Remains, blending hard-hitting riffs with emotive and thought-provoking lyrics. The band’s name encapsulates their philosophy: “Sky” represents a divine presence, while “Lighthouse” symbolizes guidance through life’s challenges. This guiding ethos drives their music, which serves as a beacon of hope for fans navigating their own struggles.Where to find Sky LightHouse?Website: https://www.skylighthouseband.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/skylighthouseband/X / Twitter: https://x.com/lighthouse_skyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/Sky.lighthouse/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6N22zUEziCFMVNHhH4OwcBYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm7ph6esgrIc0mgBs6Y7MKAWaves Across The Water SocialsAll links https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/940980068014482/X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/wavesacrosspodInstagram: https://instagram.com/wavesacrosspodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8VWDy9uGVbgrBXwJlRwESQ

In this episode, we dive deep into the powerful impact that Three Days Grace has had on our lives, growing up and how their music has shaped the way we’ve navigated tough times. From the raw emotion and hard-hitting lyrics to the unforgettable sound that defined an era, Three Days Grace became the soundtrack of many of our formative years.We explore how songs like "Painkiller" and "Infra-Red" helped Keith face some of his darkest moments. The energy and catharsis in these tracks served as a lifeline through personal struggles, reminding us all that it’s okay to feel pain and seek strength in the music.For Huxy, Three Days Grace wasn’t necessarily a way to cope with tough times, but rather a band that he simply enjoyed. Songs like "Explosions" and "Just Like You" were just fun to listen to, offering high-energy anthems that were a perfect soundtrack for everyday life. Even without facing intense struggles, the music provided an exciting, powerful vibe that resonated with him, keeping the adrenaline high and the mood lifted.From the angst of youth to the resilience of adulthood, Three Days Grace's music has been a constant companion. Join us as we share stories of how their songs became a form of therapy for some and a source of enjoyment for others, all while celebrating the band's enduring legacy in our lives.Grab your headphones and tune in for a journey through music, memory, and the strength we've all found in the songs that continue to define us.

So, after last week's episode we picked up just how great All That Remains really were, and we were blessed with them dropping a new album on 31 January 2025. Naturally we just HAD to get straight into it and review it!Listen to hear our thoughts on the brand new, banger-filled "AntiFragile". We go track by track and share our thoughts on the chunky riffs, our interpretation of the lyrics and talent of the band as a whole to write a blistering great track!!Give the album a listen and let us know your fave tracks in the comments, check out the band here!Official website: https://allthatremains.tmstor.esSpotify album link: https://open.spotify.com/album/3IFjSlXvV4NUaT8oj4jfS2?si=A6XFiGxwS0KJaGacsimWfAEnjoy!SOCIALS https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodNEW - SUBSCRIBE TO US ON YOUTUBE!!Waves Across The Water - YOUTUBE CHANNELJoin our Discord server:  https://discord.gg/JNMTVwzPx3Watch us live on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bebopjhinkinsJoin our official Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/940980068014482/Follow us...X / TwitterInstagramTikTokGoodPods HQ

Happy Valentines Day! We're bringing the LOVE this week, as it keeps on creeping into our episodes week on week, with just how GOOD many opening album tracks are. So much, that's its made us sit up and notice and turn it into an episode - so please drop a like and follow along with us on our journey!!We've picked some of our favourites including; Incubus, Violent Femmes, Barenaked Ladies, All That Remains, Disturbed, Box Car Racer, KoRn, Shinedown, Alice In Chains and Lamb Of God!!If this sounds like something you'll LOVE with us, check it out and let us know your favourite album openers in the comments!!Spotify Playlist to listen along: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1JxPnz0VegDJeY9spVswZw?si=e1d0b724af2a4096SOCIALS https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodNEW - SUBSCRIBE TO US ON YOUTUBE!!Waves Across The Water - YOUTUBE CHANNELJoin our Discord server:  https://discord.gg/JNMTVwzPx3Watch us live on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bebopjhinkinsFollow us...X / TwitterInstagramTikTokGoodPods HQ

Get ready to mosh your way into this week's episode! We're diving headfirst into the UK metalcore scene with Overthrone, a band known for their brutal riffs, soaring vocals, and infectious energy.Join us as we chat with vocalists Joe and Luke, about their latest album, "The Path of Desctruction", the challenges of breaking into the music industry as a 'DIY Band', and their upcoming tour dates for 2025! We also get their take on the current state of metalcore and what inspires their music and songwriting methods.So grab your headphones, crank up the volume, and get ready for a heavy dose of Overthrone!!Find more of them here;Official website: https://www.overthrone.co.ukFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Overthronemusic/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRt8AL4utmTKNdHJhImtY3wTwitter/X: https://x.com/OverthronemusicSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0eO94W2Pfc0qTDTPTEmfVwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/overthrone_music/

Calling all Elder Emo's!!! It is time!This week we go all the way back to talk about Panic! At The Disco. It's no secret that they have been a STAPLE of Emo music at it's height, as well as slightly changing with the times to stay relevant even into this current day. So we felt like taking a trip back in time to pick out our Top 5 songs for you!We started at the very beginning, going through their debut album "A Fever You Can't Sweat Out" to talk about memories, lyrics, song meanings and of course where their band name came from!So jump into another hit of that sweet, sweet nostalgia with us, as we talk about one of the most groundbreaking, theatrical and emotional bands of their time.SOCIALS https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodNEW - SUBSCRIBE TO US ON YOUTUBE!!Waves Across The Water - YOUTUBE CHANNELJoin our Discord server:  https://discord.gg/JNMTVwzPx3Watch us live on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bebopjhinkinsFollow us...X / TwitterInstagramTikTokGoodPods HQ

Join us in this electrifying episode as we dive into the vibrant world of Electric Six, the band known for their wild energy and unique sound! We’ll be counting down our top 5 tracks that truly showcase their quirky charm and catchy beats. From dance-worthy anthems to unforgettable lyrics, each song has left a mark on the music scene.Get ready to turn up the volume and celebrate the sounds that keep us dancing—this is one episode you won’t want to miss!Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6KzhkPlC7kNBubbejZbwqm?si=3588545823d141c6--Waves Across The Water Socials--All our links - https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodNEW - SUBSCRIBE TO US ON YOUTUBE!!Waves Across The Water - YOUTUBE CHANNELJoin our Discord server:  https://discord.gg/JNMTVwzPx3Watch us live on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bebopjhinkinsFollow us...X / TwitterInstagramTikTokGoodPods HQ

One of our favourite staple episodes this week, as we scour the music scene for the best up and coming bands as we find our best 'Ones To Watch' for the year!The boys have found some stellar picks for all your music tastes including; Split Chain, IVWIW, Orbit Culture, Overthrone, The Pretty Wild, The Last Days Of War, Strawberry Lace, Unprocessed and Battlesnake!So please enjoy the episode, and check out the bands, and keep supporting live music!!Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7tRyyIm0mnOSp4PGhJznup?si=f7d67645c2fb400bEnjoy! --Waves Across The Water Socials--All our links - https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodNEW - SUBSCRIBE TO US ON YOUTUBE!!Waves Across The Water - YOUTUBE CHANNELJoin our Discord server:  https://discord.gg/JNMTVwzPx3Watch us live on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bebopjhinkinsFollow us...X / TwitterInstagramTikTokGoodPods HQ

HAPPY NEW YEAR!Join us for our first episode of 2025! This week we pick out of Top 5 Songs to Live By in 2025. These may be anything positive that were vibing with, to just plain bangers.We discuss Imminence, BABYMETAL, Yours Truly, Marcus King, Bleed From Within, TwentyOne Pilots & Wage War plus more!Let us know your songs you're living by in 2025!Thanks for all your support in 2024!Spotify Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4NSMnBOeTVNoq2wXrJ1BMl?si=1944a7a252234a88--Waves Across The Water Socials--All our links - https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodNEW - SUBSCRIBE TO US ON YOUTUBE!!Waves Across The Water - YOUTUBE CHANNELJoin our Discord server:  https://discord.gg/JNMTVwzPx3Watch us live on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bebopjhinkinsFollow us...X / TwitterInstagramTikTokGoodPods HQ

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!The boys are back with their final episode of the year, unwrapping their most listened to songs and diving into their Spotify Wrapped 2024.Hear which songs made their Top 5 of the year, how one song featured highly by total accident and which bands came out on top including which podcast episodes featured into the fray from hours of research from certain episodes!So get yourself a blanket and a hot chocolate and listen in to the last episode of the year.Happy Holidays to all and thank you for your support across the year in listening to our podcast - we truly appreciate you!!!!! Enjoy the festivities and we will see you in the New Year!!Huxy and Keith <3--Waves Across The Water Socials--https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodDiscord  https://discord.gg/JNMTVwzPx3Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/bebopjhinkinsFollow us...X / TwitterInstagramTikTokGoodPods HQ

This week we share our thoughts on the brand new Linkin Park album; From Zero!We dissect each song track-by-track and share what we enjoyed, or didn't like and the reasons why. We pick up on some of the lyrics, remembering Chester, and what we think the band will do moving forward.It's the first time we've reviewed an album so please let us know if you like the format! We'd love to do some more in 2025 so keep an eye out for those :)Please enjoy this episode and let us know if you had similar (or different!) thoughts on this bran new album from nu-metal legends, Linkin Park.Our next episode will be the final one of the year where we pick out selections from our Spotify Unwrapped 2024!!!Thank for all your support and listens in 2024! <3Keith & HuxySpotify Album Link - Linkin Park; From Zerohttps://open.spotify.com/album/4R6FV9NSzhPihHR0h4pI93?si=9a1eae91e6fc4d33--Waves Across The Water Socials--https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodDiscord  https://discord.gg/JNMTVwzPx3Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/bebopjhinkinsFollow us...X / TwitterInstagramTikTokGoodPods HQ

This week, we dive head first into one of the most iconic artists in music history; Sir Elton John. His journey from being a young piano prodigy to becoming the global superstar that he is today, is nothing short of genius. His partnership with the equally talented Bernie Taupin has caught the worlds hearts one song at a time, changing the course of music, stage shows and pop culture forever.We are joined by Leah, Keith's mom, who shares her Top 5 songs as well as countless memories over the years! Such as trips to Philadelphia, seeing Elton live and hearing her favourite deep cuts from past albums and hand-making a LION costume for her husband Jeff, The Rocket Man, to wear while singing songs from the Lion King soundtrack!This has been an episode that Keith has wanted to do since we started this podcast a year ago, so it's been a long time coming and we just hope you enjoy this (slightly longer!) special episode as much as we all did making it!We dedicate this episode to Jeff, The Rocket Man, and hope he is just as proud of this episode, and the stories that have been shared in his memory, as we are.This one's for you Jeff.♡Spotify playlist link: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6MHEKKe2CF5iYPMZpA2m8V?si=df27ba868ce441d5--Waves Across The Water Socials--https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodDiscord  https://discord.gg/JNMTVwzPx3Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/bebopjhinkinsFollow us...X / TwitterInstagramTikTokGoodPods HQ

It's International Week!An episode that we've wanted to do for a while now, we finally got round to choosing some of our favourite music of the world - the only rule this week = NO UK OR USA ALLOWED.So our two 'home countries' are ruled out, which meant that we had to travel the world in search of songs and bands that we may not usually listen to.A really fun episode this week, hopefully you enjoy our picks and even find a new favourite band from the ones we have chosen from, or share with us some that we don't even know about across our socials! :)Enjoy/Disfrutar/Apprécier/Genießen/楽しむ/Ucieszyć się/Ha roligt/Vui thích!!!Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2d4pCGXjdv5ZWm03hQLVy1?si=5905c8d2b0294a50--Waves Across The Water Socials--https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodDiscord  https://discord.gg/JNMTVwzPx3Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/bebopjhinkinsFollow us...X / TwitterInstagramTikTokGoodPods HQ

Join us this week for one of our biggest episodes to date as we discuss one of the freshest nu metal/industrial bands ou there today; AMERAKIN OVERDOSE featuring their vocalist CODY PEREZ!We discuss the bands start up, what their message is and which bands inspired Cody to take his music seriously. Cody shares some stories from the road, including the time he lost his custom made mask in a gas station (RIP). We dig into some stand out songs and the meaning behind their lyrics, and Keith talks about the songwriting process and how tough it is being so open and vulnerable, to the production and who is involved to finish the process.Hear how Cody's brother scaled a festival setup FOR FUN whilst the band played live on stage, as well as how a mix up with two buckets of REAL COWS HEARTS ended up with on-stage vomiting while the crowd cheered throughout!We dig into the bands masks and on-stage characters, and how they are inspired by bands such as Slipknot, Mudvayne, Pantera & Coal Chamber.We talk about the bands incorporation of wrestling and how it's definitely time for Amerakin Overdose to write a wrestling theme song, or PPV theme song, as well as hearing another story of one of the band dressing up as the Ultimate Warrior, facepaint and all, and running full speed in to a port-a-potty and how that turned out!!So please enjoy this special episode, big thanks to Cody for chatting to us and of course all of Amerakin Overdose for creating some truly awesome music and live shows. Give the band a listen/like/follow to help support them at all their links below - and be sure to get tickets if they come through your town to see all of this chaos and aggression live on stage! Amerakin Overdose website - https://www.amerakinoverdoseband.comAOD on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/amerakinoverdose/AOD on X/Twitter - https://x.com/amerakin_odAOD on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/amerakinoverdose/Amerakin Overdose on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/3uPe12fxvWYISA0jvjPlMF?si=XgJeT-4_QhKL0mZrdaCIAA--Waves Across The Water Socials--https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodDiscord  https://discord.gg/JNMTVwzPx3Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/bebopjhinkinsFollow us...X / TwitterInstagramTikTokGoodPods HQ

Join us this week as we (finally) delve into the exciting world of EDM music, with our Top 5 electronic songs of both modern times and the past!We choose from the absolutely huge choice of songs, some from our nostalgic past and some from recent bangers that have had us dancing in our cars (and jobs!)So jump into the electric field with us and enjoy this fine episode!Listen along in the official Spotify Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/53wqDlXATMMMQdUj9YEKN6?si=50f20e9e296c480e--Waves Across The Water Socials--https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodDiscord  https://discord.gg/JNMTVwzPx3Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/bebopjhinkinsFollow us...X / TwitterInstagramTikTokGoodPods HQ

We continue with our League of Legends Week, this time picking out our Top 5 songs from all of the cinematic songs, and Riot Games releases in a fun week packed full of lore and more explanations from Keith-i-pedia!We discuss the rise of Riot Games as not just a games developer but music producer, how the songs are motivational and the hidden lore through song lyrics and titles.So get ready for the League of Legends 2024 World Championships with us, and let us know which are your favourite picks in the comments!!Find the schedule for your timezone here: lolsesports.com--Waves Across The Water Socials--https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodDiscord  https://discord.gg/JNMTVwzPx3Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/bebopjhinkinsFollow us...X / TwitterInstagramTikTokGoodPods HQ

It's League of Legends week!!! With the 2024 World right around the corner, we felt it right to dive head first into PENTAKILL, a supergroup formed to make awesome music for the game and Huxy learns something new as each song is named after a game reference.From Smite & Ignite, to the Lost Chapter II & III it's a learning week filled with great riffs, lyrics calling back to more game references and Keith brings his in depth (see: Legendary) knowledge to the episode!Not just for die hard League players, this episode brings something for everyone, so jump into the Summoner's Rift with us and rock out!!-SOCIALS-https://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspodDiscord  https://discord.gg/JNMTVwzPx3Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/bebopjhinkinsFollow us...X / TwitterInstagramTikTokGoodPods HQ

Join us this week for a very special ONE YEAR birthday celebration as Waves Across The Water turns one!This week we reflect on our journey so far, what some of our favourite episodes have been, some behind-the-scenes stats and how we edit, plus how we managed to LOSE two episodes completely, doh!So grab a slice of cake on the way in with your beer (or non-alcoholic :)) and hear us chew the fat on this weeks fun and reflective episode - and tell us what your favourite episode has been so far!!Here's to many many more years, and a HUGE THANK YOU to everyone that has listened to us so far we really really appreciate you <3Keith & HuxyWaves Across The Water xhttps://beacons.ai/wavesacrosspod