Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

Welcome to Cowpunk Country! Zac returns to help the lads celebrate the catalog of L.A. California punk pioneers, X. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49L44vQ Email us at [email protected].

It's time for another trivia quiz episode! Join the lads as they cover a wide range of music from Mojo Nixon to the Cramps to X. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3uI2kUT Leave a voice memo: https://bit.ly/47RdRP8 Email us at [email protected].

The lads keep the April good vibes going with another excellent batch of albums from the likes of X, Bad Manners, the Undertones and the Monochrome Set. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/42mNiQR Leave a voice memo: https://bit.ly/47RdRP8 Email us at [email protected].

This is more like it! R+J celebrate the month after March and some intriguing releases from the likes of the Cure, the Passions, Chrome and the Feelies. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/42mNiQR Leave a voice memo: https://bit.ly/47RdRP8 Email us at [email protected].

R+J see the light at the end of the tunnel as they work their way through the second half of March 1980. Join the lads as they discuss releases from the likes of Berlin, the Mekons and John Cooper Clarke. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/426Pyvi Leave a voice memo: https://bit.ly/47RdRP8 Email us at [email protected].

If you like scruffy punk, you're gonna love March of 1980! Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/426Pyvi Email us at [email protected].

The lads address a number of pressing issues including: Rachel Sweet! Canada! The Romantics! Lydia Lunch! Suburban Lawns! Ideal neighborhood BBQ music! The Feelies! The Buggles and more! Email us at [email protected].

The OMD discussion continues with Patrick (co-host of the post-punk podcast Known Pleasures). Then the conversation turns to some podcast shop-talk and all things Australian punk and new wave. Email us at [email protected].

The lads take a run at their first trivia quiz episode! Join them as they cover a wide range of music from Yellow Magic Orchestra to Shane MacGowan and the Pogues. Email us at [email protected].

For many Americans, OMD's repertoire begins and ends with "If You Leave." But the band's impact on the Eastern Hemisphere began years before the release of the Pretty in Pink soundtrack, with a string of catchy, unique, unlikely hits topping the charts in many European countries during the first half of the decade. T&J are joined by Patrick, co-host of the podcast Known Pleasures, to discuss OMD's rich legacy as new wave synth-pop pioneers. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://bit.ly/3R1xoXT Email us at [email protected].

February 1980 continues with 7 more albums from the likes of OMD, the Selector, the Ramones and the Psychedelic Furs. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://bit.ly/40npKtQ Email us at [email protected].

(RE-UPLOAD) The lads wrap up January 1980 with albums from the likes of the Suburbs, the Buggles, the Jim Carroll Band and Human Sexual Response. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/46wB6NY Email us at [email protected].

Hear yee, hear yee. We doth pronounce February the first great month of the new decade, music-wise. Join the lads as they revel in the embarrassment of aural riches that February provides. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://bit.ly/40npKtQ Email us at [email protected].

For many of us, our knowledge of Jim Carroll's music begins and ends with "People Who Died." But is the rest of his stuff any good? Famed punk photographer Michael Grecco returns to the show to explore the artist's catalog. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://bit.ly/3SekK95 Email us at [email protected].

What a great way to start the new decade... January sees the release of a satisfying mix of synthpop, hardcore punk and good old rock 'n' roll (with a new wave hat). Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/46wB6NY Email us at [email protected].

R+J have finally run out of excuses, and so Season 4 begins... Join the lads as they look ahead to what to expect from 1980, with teasers from debuts of favorite obscure bands and their predictions for what the best of 1980 list will look like. Email us at [email protected]

Season 4 (1980) begins next month! The lads take one last opportunity to catch up on a few more albums released in the 1970's. Join them as they discuss titles from the Shirts, Chrome and the Yachts. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://bit.ly/3qO0JKL Email us at [email protected]

The lads discuss the remaining 6 albums on their catch-up list of 70's albums they missed the first time around. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://bit.ly/3qO0JKL Email us at [email protected]

Over the last 3 seasons, eagle-eyed listeners have submitted additional albums released in the 1970's that were previously overlooked. Join the lads as they play catch up on 16 more albums from the 70's. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://bit.ly/3qO0JKL Email us at [email protected]

For a Bonus Track, this episode is chocked full of music, both lost gems from 1979 and new stuff from old favorites. Join the lads for discussions on the Smiths, Depeche Mode, the Jam, Iggy Pop, Sparks, the Humans, Those Naughty Lumps, Shock and more. Email us at [email protected]

Join R+J as they take one last look at 1979 with a rundown of everyone's favorite songs from that year. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3VxTvWN Email us at [email protected]

Radio Silence: BROKEN! The lads finally emerge from their post-season stupor for a quick chat about what's coming up next for the podcast. Email us at [email protected]

Last week R+J revealed their personal top 10 lists of 1979. In this final episode of Season 3, they are joined by Zac to count down the official top 10 list of punk/new wave albums of 1979 (as determined by the Deep Dive community). Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3XYy40B Email us at [email protected]

In this season's penultimate episode, R+J count down their personal top ten lists of 1979 while speculating on what the final community list will look like (to be revealed in next week's season finale!). Email us at [email protected]

LAST CHANCE TO VOTE! R+J are joined by some rando they pulled off the street, who reveals her top 10 albums of 1979... all in hopes of inspiring you. Submit your own list by Thursday, February 16th via FaceBook or email to [email protected]

It's time to vote for your favorite punk/new wave albums of 1979. The deadline of February 16th is coming up fast! To help you out, R+J attempt an overview of the 1979 output, all 109 albums. You can submit your list on FaceBook or email it to [email protected] Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3HVwOq2

As one of the post-punk bands to most successfully make the transition to pop super-stardom, it seems wholly appropriate that the last deep dive of the season focus on the Police. Rob's highschool buddy, Tony, joins in on the fun. PLUS: it's time to vote for your favorite albums of 1979. Get your list submitted by February 16th. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Y2npSS Email us at [email protected].

And that's a wrap, Folks! The lads officially end 1979 with the last 6 albums of the season. Ever heard of Wayne County and the Electric Chairs, the Sinceros or Punishment of Luxury? Neither had they. Let's all explore, discover and grow together! Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLweEr. Email us at [email protected].

Both the year of 1979 and the decade ends with neither a bang or a whimper... Maybe a mild yelp?Join the lads as they examine half of the last remaining albums of 1979 from the likes of the Clash, Japan and the Pretenders. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLweEr. Email us at [email protected].

Happy holidays, everyone! The lads are taking the month off, providing an excellent opportunity to release extra content from our B-52's episode that was originally cut for time. Join R+J as they chat with Corbin and Matt from the B-52's tribute band, Mock Lobster. It's a lively conversation with lots of B-52's talk and music. Email us at [email protected]. Visit the Mock Lobster website at: https://www.mocklobsteratx.com

Long time Bay Area punk DJ Carolyn Keddy joins the lads to help determine if Antmusic actually has lost its taste. Learn more about Carolyn's work at: http://carolynkeddy.com/ Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3V3WViB Email us at [email protected].

November 1979 continues with releases from the likes of Simple Minds, the Raincoats and the Damned. Plus, the lads discuss favorite bass players (and J adds a new name to his list). Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DI8IvC Email us at [email protected].

November of '79 is yet another month so big it has to be split in two. Join the lads for lively discussions around albums from the likes of Boomtown Rats, PiL, Marianne Faithfull and Adam and the Ants. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DI8IvC Email us at [email protected].

The lads get to the two albums that they had to bumped from the last episode. Join R&J as they examine the debuts from Cowboys International and the Surf Punks. Email us at [email protected].

October 1979 redeems itself in this part 2 episode, with stellar debuts by the Specials, Madness and the Human League. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3MEhFKM Email us at [email protected].

It's another action-packed month with so many albums, it needs to be split into two episodes. The lads tackle the first half by discussing releases by the likes of Blondie, Joe Jackson, the Fall, the Police and Skids. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Ru4jBv Email us at [email protected]

It's the month so nice we had to cover it twice... The lads take a close look at the remaining 9 albums released in September of '79. Wires and Iggys and Banshees, oh my! Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3SfAdT9 Email us at [email protected]

These are the salad days of post-punk and new wave. With releases from the likes of Buzzcocks, Gang of Four, the Slits, XTC, Talking Heads and Gary Numan, what's not to love? Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3BbT8bw Email us at [email protected]

It's not a party until... the members of the tribute band Mock Lobster join the lads to talk all things B-52's. A barrel of monkeys has got nothing on this episode! Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3QYaBd1 Email us at [email protected]

Bookended by two game-changing debut albums, June/July of 1979 is a wild ride! Join R&J as they examine releases from the likes of the Knack, the Cars, the B-52's, Devo, Joy Division and the Flying Lizards. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3dt4BKu Email us at [email protected]

It's the conclusion of our first crossover episode! The Deep Dive lads join the host of This is Modern Rock to examine some of the important bands that debuted in 1987-88. Part two of two. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PLSQxa Email us at [email protected]

It's our first crossover episode! The Deep Dive lads join the host of This is Modern Rock to examine some of the important bands that debuted in 1987-88. Part one of two. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PLSQxa Email us at [email protected]

Patti Smith: a highly influential icon that helped shaped the punk and post-punk movements. Can you love the bands she influenced without actually liking HER music? R+J hash it out while examining her first six albums. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3nfoTJ5 Email us at [email protected]

The lads are horrified (HORRIFIED!) to discover that they previously overlooked an important January 1979 album: Joe Jackson's "Look Sharp." They make amends here. Also, let's pour one out for Depeche Mode's Andy Fletcher. Plus: Kate Bush is having herself a moment and brand new (old) Wire. Email us at [email protected]

We're 1/3 of the way through 1979 and things are starting to really heat up! With May releases from the likes of the Cure, David Bowie, M, and the Undertones, there's not a dog in the bunch. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Q0TBmr Email us at [email protected]

Patrik Fitzgerald broke this podcast! Is it possible to do a deep dive on someone you know very little about? J fumbles his way through as R continues his mission to (re)introduce the world to the original folk punk artist. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PCDhZ1 Email us at [email protected]

The first Bonus Track episode of the season finds the lads addressing a number of pressing questions... Where's the Patrik Fitzgerald Deep Dive we were promised? Have you poured one out for Chris Bailey yet? What's the deal with the Graham Parker album "Squeezing Out Sparks?" And, is it possible for J to revisit his favorite albums of April 1979 without using the "D word?" Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3MhHvDf Email us at [email protected]

This episode is brought to you by the number "10" (albums discussed) and the letter "D" (for "delightful"). The lads are thoroughly charmed by albums from the likes of Gina X Performance, Tubeway Army, Patrik Fitzgerald, the Pop Group and the Members. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/37WJgXt Email us at [email protected]

It's hard to think of a pre-punk band that casts a longer shadow over the post-punk/new wave movement than Roxy Music. But, despite being hugely influential, Roxy Music has been mostly forgotten here in the States. So R+J call in the big guns (Richard Temple) to help fill in the gaps on this illustrious band. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3jMkDiy Email us at [email protected]

There must have been something in the air in March of 1979, because this bunch of albums veers off in a pretty weird, spooky direction. With music from the likes of the Fall, Alternative TV, Squeeze, Magazine and Simple Minds, J gets a little freaked out by it all, but R finds himself in his happy place! Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3qY7rer. Email us at [email protected]

With the stellar array of albums released at the beginning of 1979, R+J couldn't have asked for a more auspicious way to start Season Three! There's lots of new discoveries and pleasant surprises here from the likes of Crass, Stiff Little Fingers, Elvis Costello, Split Enz and Bill Nelson's Red Noise. Listen to the full playlist on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3uetoGO

Season 3 is coming! R+J can barely contain their excitement as they preview some of the music coming up this season, speculate on what the best of of '79 list will look like and take another look at their desert island picks.

The lads get their December episode released just under the wire! Join R+J as they take one last look at 1978 with a rundown of their favorite songs from that year. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3t1wNdp Email us at [email protected]

The lads bid adieu to season two by counting down the top 10 punk/new wave albums of 1978 (as determined by the Deep Dive community). Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2ZlSoAA Email us at [email protected]

In this season's penultimate episode, R+J count down their personal top ten lists of 1978 while speculating on what the final community list will look like (to be revealed in next week's season finale). Email us at [email protected]

The lads record the last Bonus Track of the season to address a few pressing questions. Have you submitted your top 5 list yet? Who the hell is Pete and what crappy project is he here to promote? Wait, the band Sparks isn't from the UK? And what exactly do you do if Kate Bush is haunting your house? You can still submit your top five list on FaceBook or email it to [email protected] until 11/17/21.

It's time to vote for your 5 favorite punk/new wave albums of 1978. The deadline of November 17th is coming up fast! To help out, R+J attempt an overview of the entire 1978 output. Is it possible to cover 70+ albums in one episode? The lads give it their best. You can submit your top five list on FaceBook or email it to [email protected]

It's time to take a second look at 6 notable albums from 1978. Join R+J as they dives a little deeper into releases from Magazine, Ultravox, Lene Lovich, the Only Ones, Wire and 999. Listen to the playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3C9YEd5

The lads examine a final 11 albums to wrap up 1978. Then they turn their attention to X-Ray Spex for the final mini dive of the season. Listen to the playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2YBriVf

Advantage to living in the US: great amusement parks. Disadvantage to living in the US: the Jam is never played on the radio. The lads puzzle over this injustice as they examine the Jam's catalog. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3FaSz1H

The lads record a last-minute Bonus Track episode to address a number of burning questions. Exactly where is the Deep Dive episode on the Jam that everyone was promised? Was J wearing the wrong hat while watching the Sparks musical "Annette?" Who the hell is Mike Rosen? Was Lou Reed a New Wave artist? And (most importantly) how many penises is too many penises? Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3CJNXh6

Is November 1978 the greatest month ever for punk and new wave releases? It's too soon to tell. But with debuts from Siouxsie and the Banshees, the Police, X-Ray Spex, Tubeway Army, and Midnight Oil (not to mention iconic albums from the Clash, the Jam, Kate Bush and Pere Ubu), November '78 is a real contender for the title. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3hrrEoi

It's time to learn more about Boston's punk and new wave bands. Acclaimed music photographer Michael Grecco takes the lads deep down the rabbit hole to discover some long forgotten gems from Boston's 70-80s punk scene. Some of these are so obscure we needed two playlists to cover them all. Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3y4wQnn -- YouTube: https://bit.ly/3z9SeZF

Largely ignored by the pop charts but revered by new wave enthusiasts in the know, XTC has always been a singular band with a singular sound. Superfan J gets to fully nerd out as the lads are visited by Mark Fisher, the host of "‎What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast". Join them as they exam the first half of XTC's catalog. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3xNAToF Email us at [email protected]

R+J are still so excited about the albums released in October '78, they decide to spend this mini episode listening to another cut from each of them. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Ty6rAe Email us at [email protected]

70's punk and new wave is typically a tightly knit boys club, but in October 1978... girls rule and boys drool! R+J discover two visionary female artists that point the way forward for the new wave movement. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Ty6rAe Email us at [email protected]

Mariah Carey vs. Buzzcocks! Buzzcocks vs. Magazine! Stranglers vs. Moody Blues! Silliness prevails in another mini episode with R+J. There's even more music this time around, but it's still probably for serious listeners only. Email us at [email protected]

It's the Buzz, Cock! Will Westercauw, host of the podcast "This is Modern Rock," joins the lads to examine the discography of his favorite punk band, Buzzcocks. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cWgqWp Email us at [email protected]

R+J try something new with a mini episode! They talk about the last episode, what's coming the next episode, Sparks, Wire and other assorted topics. There's a bit of music along the way, but this one's still probably for serious listeners only. Email us at [email protected]

Holy Smokes! This is where it really gets good! From an album Gary Numan views as his single biggest musical inspiration, to the first real big US commercial New Wave breakthrough, to an album that kinda freaks R+J out, August and September feel like a real watershed moment for the new wave movement. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/34UJclQ -- Email us at [email protected]

Deep Dives and Deep Cuts turns one year old this week and R+J call an emergency session to celebrate the occasion. They each pick the most surprising song, album and artist they've discovered over the last year, then wrap things up with a closer look at an album from each of their desert island lists. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2TrAUzA -- Email us at [email protected]

Q: Is this not bland? A: Hell no, it's DEVO! Author of the book "Punk, Post Punk, New Wave" (and acclaimed punk/new wave photographer) Michael Grecco joins the lads to examine the catalog of new wave pioneers DEVO. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3bx4GJs -- Email us at [email protected]

The beginning of Summer 1978 sees the release of 2 groundbreaking albums, a couple solid efforts from artists destined for future greatness and a handful of absolute clunkers! R emerges a lot happier than J after exploring releases by Talking Heads, the Rezillos, the Boomtown Rats, DEVO, Peter Gabriel, Magazine and Tom Robinson Band. Plus, a Closer look at the Dead Boys. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2SmgXcT -- Email us at [email protected]

It's time to examine the Manchester, England music scene of the 70s and 80s. The only problem is that R+J know very little about it. Thankfully, Richard Temple pops in from Manchester itself to provide backup. As the show's very first guest, he schools the lads on the scene that produced bands like the Buzzcocks, the Fall, Joy Division and the Happy Mondays. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3nmK4bA -- Email us at [email protected]

It's a pretty ramshackle affair as R+J fumble their way through the solo output from the members of the Cars, detouring along the way to talk about whatever pops into their pretty little heads. This might be another "for serious listeners only" episode... Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fUJwrr -- Email us at [email protected]

As the first new wave band to have a real presence on the US charts, the Cars cast a long shadow over the new wave movement of the late 70s and early 80s. R+J explore why while examining their catalog. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3lF7DLS -- Email us at [email protected]

The surprises don't stop coming in the Spring of 1978. From a minor masterpiece neither host had ever heard before to strong followup albums from bands with disappointing debuts, R and J keep on their toes as they explore albums from the Cars, Slaughter and the Dogs, Japan, the Vibrators, the Only Ones, the Stranglers and Television. Plus, a closer look at the Saints. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3v9loH5 -- Email us at [email protected]

It's time to dive deep into one of the most influential and prolific artists of the early new wave movement. Elvis Costello's first 8 albums span a wide range of styles, moods and attitudes, many of them considered stone cold classics. R+J roll up their pant legs and wade in! Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3s9FXkb -- Email us at [email protected]

The hits come fast and furious in March of 1978. R finds a lot to love here while a cranky J takes solace in the fact that a beloved songwriter finally gets the backup band he deserves. Plus, a closer look at the music of the Suicide Commandos. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3rg8T9F -- Email us at [email protected]

Hey, it's the haunting, iridescent, beguiling and slightly menacing music of Kate Bush! Nuff said. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2KIhW3H

Buckle up! Season two gets off to a rip-roaring start with some truly innovative albums released in January and February of 1978. R discovers the joys of Oi! while J celebrates debuts from two bands on his top 10 new wave list and one on his top 10 punk list. Plus, a closer look at the music of the Adverts. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/2L49X1a

R+J chitchat about this and that, including: listener feedback, misogyny in punk, desert island picks, looking back at season one and looking ahead to season two. This episode is probably for serious listeners only - it's all talky-talk, no rocky-rock!

It's all come down to this! Season one of the podcast goes out with a bang as R+J reveal the top ten albums of 1977 (as determined by you, the Deep Dive listeners). Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/39p2umM

There's only one week left to vote for the top albums of 1977. Having trouble deciding? R+J are here to help! Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3f9qBH5

Now that they've examined every punk and new wave album released in 1977, R+J each pick 2 that they believe deserve a closer look. Join the lads as they dive deep into releases from Richard Hell and the Voidoids, Sparks, Ultravox and the Saints. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/322vwV0

Quite possibly the most influential punk band you've never heard, Wire definitely deserve a closer look into their unique take on punk, post-punk, proto-goth, pop and dance music. The lads marvel at Wire's evolution while examining their first 9 albums. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3dzjJ4Y

The last months of 1977 see the release of two of the most influential punk albums ever, as well as debuts from 7 up-and-comers and a whole slew of albums from old favorites. R+J also reveal some exciting news about upcoming episodes to help wrap up season one of the podcast. Plus: a closer look at the Sex Pistols. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ikbieD

It's our most contentious episode yet as Iggy Pop superfan R tries to get a sceptical J to see the error of his non-Iggy-loving ways. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3hy4utt

The Summer of '77 is the best season yet for punk music! R identifies the first true post-punk release while J discovers an album that instantly lands in his Punk Rock Hall of Fame. Plus: a closer look at Richard Hell, Television and Johnny Thunder and the Heartbreakers. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/31UmIAT

Those messy lads spill the beans again! R+J count down their top ten favorite punk bands, introducing each other to previously unfamiliar artists along the way. Fun is had, hearts are warmed, horizons are broadened... Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2QvnC09

This month's deep dive zeros in on the Stranglers - and who better to lead the conversation than J, whom Spotify has identified as being in the top 1% of Stranglers fans in the WHOLE WIDE WORLD...? (True story!) R tags along for the ride. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2XUpyU1

Spring of 1977 sees the release of only a few LPs, but they're all notable ones! R+J examine the debut albums from 4 iconic British punk bands. Plus, to fill the time, the lads take a deep dive into the catalog of the Clash. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/308vv01

Since R+J recently anointed David Bowie "the Godfather of New Wave," it's only fitting they now take a closer look at his first 15 albums. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/323YCE6

Winter of 1977 sees the release of the first three UK punk albums. J is so excited he almost wets himself. Meanwhile, R has some "Fun Time" with Iggy Pop's debut solo album. Plus, a closer look at the Damned. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2YWE2DR

R+J spill the beans! Join the lads as they each count down their top 10 favorite new wave bands. There's some overlap, but not as much as expected. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2BhmOI9

"You got some new wave in my punk!" - "No, you got some punk in my new wave!" R+J argue all things Blondie while dissecting their catalog. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cOssOJ

R+J catch the spirit of '76 while listening to the godmother of punk and the godfather of new wave. They also ask the question: what the heck is zolo music? Plus, a closer look at the Ramones. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: spoti.fi/3gWxonX

R+J give you the 50 cent tour of their new podcast. (featuring "Toiler on the Sea" by the Stranglers)

Introducing Deep Dives and Deep Cuts. Get to know Rob and Joseph as they listen to some of the music that inspired the punk and new wave movement. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36zDdTO