Album vs Album

The boys are joined by Mason Judy (psychotherapist, writer) and get deep into The Weakerthan's much-beloved second album. How did they become Mason's favorite band? Is John K. Samson actually Winnipe…

It's part two of our convo with Julia— we get into the nitty-gritty of 2007's Cassadaga, the band's highest-charting album in the US upon its release. Where will the "Four Winds" take us? Tune in to …

Today could be the "First Day of My Life" or maybe, your life. Writer and producer Julia Kochuk joins us to talk about how Bright Eyes hits harder and in different ways in the here and now. Join us f…

Lucas and Cail are joined by Tatenda Musewe (musician/cool pal) to discuss the debut studio album by Black Star. Two legendary emcees, rollerblading, an inside look at NYC...what more could you want?…

The titans of indie-rock...and good Canadians to boot, eh? Lucas and Cail are joined by musician Cole Friesen to dissect and battle the first two Arcade Fire records. Which one will "Win" in the end?…

Lucas and Cail are joined by Carson Mills (music writer behind Vikings & Beekeepers) to discuss Fucked Up, the most "restless and progressive" hardcore band in North America. Are you a Glass Boy or d…

The boys discuss the debut releases from two important Vancouver bands. One is a psychedelic barn-burner—the other, a jangly, Lou Reed-inspired tour de force,  loaded with sex. It's a great discussio…

The boys are back with eight songs to make you cry. Sadness guaranteed or your tears back.

Songs To Make You Cry: A Spotify Playlist

Tracklist:

1. Casimir Pulaski Day - Sufjan Stevens

2. Into My Arms -…

If you're a fan of these Sheffield sweethearts, this is a must-listen AvA episode. Buckle-up, this one is a four out of five. 

Links

• Annie Mac interview with Alex Turner
• "Why Arctic Monkeys' Tranquilit…

It's the battle royale you've been waiting for. Lucas and Cail are joined by longtime friend and musician Dillon Adams to discuss Weezer's most beloved records. You know 'em, you have an opinion—let'…

Sweet dreams, everybody. Cail and Lucas talk through a ten-song playlist made to help you get a good night’s sleep (or just chill). Check the show notes for the playlist.

It's Sleepy Time: A Playlist …

We're back with part two of our conversation with Corey Poluk, talking Toots and the Maytals and all things reggae. Dive back in, you never stop learning at AvA, baby. 

Links:

Toots & The Maytals Wiki

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Mariah Carey, the Queen of Christmas, goes head-to-head with everyone's favorite blockhead, Charlie Brown. Lucas and Cail bring you a face-off you can deck the halls with. 

Christmas Playlists:

1. Sounds…

The boys are not trying to break your heart, but they will entertain you. Lucas and Cail are joined by Mack Gordon from Theatre In the Dark for a deep-dive into this seminal record from one of Chicag…

"Well same old Bobby, same old beat, TEN episodes and that's a feeeeeEEEat, well easy come and easy gooooooo..."  

Cail talks about the debut album from South London's favorite son King Krule, and how…

It's here — our first "versus" episode. The expectation-bucking Kid A goes head-to-head with Amnesiac, guided by the shining light that is Jordan Klassen. 

• Check out Jordan's music videos here.
• Listen …