Music Reviews Episodes
Sept. 14, 2020
E20 Rock Like a Pirate: Alestorm and the Arrrt of Commitment
In this episode, The Itch prepares for Talk Like a Pirate Day by inviting an old friend to discuss Alestorm 's latest release , Curse of the Crystal Coconut ! Along the way, we discover other pirate metal bands, concoct a su…
Sept. 7, 2020
E19 Rock 'n' Rasslin': Code Orange and the Best Wrestling Theme Songs
In this episode, two-thirds of The Itch discuss Underneath , the breakout album from Code Orange , and take a trip through wrestling history to identify some of its the most memorable rock theme songs! And since it's only 67…
Aug. 31, 2020
E18 Going for Broke: The Growth and Graduation of (Hed) P.E.
In this episode, The Itch discusses the ups and downs in the career of G-punkers (Hed) P.E. , from their breakthrough album Broke to their new (and final?) release, Class of 2020 . Join us to decipher the meanings behind the…
Aug. 24, 2020
E17 Kingdom Come: Bush, Good Production, and the Ghost in the Machine
In this episode, The Itch reviews Bush 's new album The Kingdom . Along the way they focus on the role of production in molding an album, and how not all of Gavin Rossdale's guest appearances were good ideas! Plus, Dan's dis…
Aug. 10, 2020
E15 Regeneration X: Static-X and the Rebirth of Evil Disco
In this episode, The Itch reviews Project Regeneration, Vol. 1 , the new album from a reincarnated (or possibly reanimated?) Static-X . Along the way they discuss the complicated nature of band harmony, a slew of exciting up…
Aug. 3, 2020
E14 HU's the Boss: The Gereg, Guest Stars, and the Language of Music
In this episode, The Itch reviews the new deluxe edition of The HU 's debut album The Gereg . Along the way they touch on communicating through language barriers, choosing good collaborators, and how quarantine and Mulan don…
July 27, 2020
E13 Only in Darkness: Stitched Up Heart and 2020's Top Rock Releases
In this episode, The Itch checks in on some of 2020's top rock releases to date and reviews Stitched Up Heart 's album Darkness . As a bonus, enjoy this adorable supergroup photo of The Itch with Stitched Up Heart (aka Itche…
July 20, 2020
E12 Making Amends: The Light and Legacy of Chester Bennington
It's been three years since the world lost Chester Bennington . In this episode, The Itch reflects on his legacy, new music from his former bandmates Grey Daze and Mike Shinoda , and the future of Linkin Park . Check out thi…
June 15, 2020
E7 Father of All: Green Day, Fatherhood, and Art vs the Artist
In the Father's Day episode, the guys discuss: How our fathers influenced our musical taste One of the Itch’s fondest memories Dan’s experience with the BMG Music Service Green Day 's Father of All... Barfing rainbow unicorn…
June 8, 2020
E6 Declaration Against the Machine: Red and Artists Against Injustice
This week, a Rock Matters episode gets its very own permanent Spotify playlist ! In this episode, the guys discuss: The value of a good group text grandson , Tony Baker and how to use a platform to speak against injustice To…
May 25, 2020
E4 AWOLstation: Aaron Bruno and How to Stylize a Band Name
In this episode, KCLC remains closed, but Dan gets a new mic! Also, the guys discuss: Nothingmore and the art of good merchandising Gratitude to supporters and a bit more on our vision for Rock Matters Concerning development…
May 18, 2020
E3 Mother of All: In This Moment, Censorship, and Owning a Cover Song
In this episode, The Itch does a deep dive review of In This Moment ’s new album Mother , and
discusses a profound question about Pearl Jam, Mother’s Day , potty-mouth children, Red Hot Chili Peppers , and the difference a l…
May 9, 2020
E2 A Gigaton to Talk About: Pearl Jam and Connecting in Quarantine
In this episode, The Itch reviews Pearl Jam 's Gigaton , discusses the joy of experiencing an album from start to finish, explores how artists are connecting with audiences virtually, and shares in the world's love for Princ…