S6 – Ep 22 | 2001 Hidden Gems & Artists Beyond the Spotlight

S6 – Ep 22 | 2001 Hidden Gems & Artists Beyond the Spotlight

Let Us Know Your Thoughts! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/245958/fan_mail/new] This week, Craig and Kevin turn their attention to 2001, uncovering a pair of albums that may have slipped under the radar but remain worthy of rediscovery. Craig spotlights From Here on In by South, a debut album packed with atmospheric production, melodic songwriting, and a sound that feels both distinctly of its era and surprisingly timeless. Kevin counters with Welcome by Doyle Bramhall II, a soulful and adventurous release that showcases the depth of Bramhall's songwriting and musicianship. The album discussion naturally evolves into a broader conversation about artists who expand beyond performing and find success in other creative roles. From production and engineering to visual design and behind-the-scenes influence, the guys explore how some musicians leave their mark in ways that go far beyond the spotlight. It's another episode full of hidden gems, musical rabbit holes, and the kinds of conversations that happen when two lifelong music fans start connecting the dots. 📱 Subscribe and/or follow us on your favorite streaming platform  📩 Which artists do you think made the most interesting transition into another creative role?  Let us know your thoughts at schizomusicpod@gmail.com. Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/SchizoMusic]

S6 – Ep 21 | Beyond the Hits: Overlooked Albums from 1963

Let Us Know Your Thoughts! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/245958/fan_mail/new] This week, Craig and Kevin travel back to 1963, revisiting a year dominated by hit singles and exploring what was happening beyond the top of the charts. The guys begin by reviewing some of the year's biggest songs before turning their attention to albums they feel deserve more recognition. Kevin spotlights Back Porch Bluegrass by The Dillards, a groundbreaking release that helped expand the possibilities of bluegrass music. Craig counters with Mess of Blues, a bluesy jazz collaboration from Johnny Hodges and Wild Bill Davis that also features the masterful guitar work of one of Craig's all-time favorites, Kenny Burrell. Along the way, the conversation touches on the difference between popular success and lasting artistic value, as well as the challenge of uncovering overlooked gems from an era often remembered primarily for its singles. From bluegrass innovation to jazz-blues excellence, this episode shines a light on some of 1963's lesser-known treasures. 📱 Subscribe and/or follow us on your favorite streaming platform  📩 What album from 1963 do you think deserves more attention? Let us know at schizomusicpod@gmail.com. Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/SchizoMusic]

S6 – Ep 20 | Critics vs. Sales Charts, Nick Hakim & Styx in 2017

Let Us Know Your Thoughts! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/245958/fan_mail/new] This week, Craig and Kevin kick things off with an interesting music-industry comparison: the most acclaimed albums versus the best-selling albums. Using a list of Time Magazine's top-rated records, the guys compare critical darlings against commercial giants and explore what separates artistic acclaim from mass appeal. From there, they dive into their featured year: 2017. Craig spotlights Green Twins by Nick Hakim, a soulful and adventurous release that blends psychedelia, R&B, and indie rock into a uniquely immersive listen. Kevin counters with The Mission by Styx, the veteran band's ambitious concept album that proves there's still plenty of creativity left in the tank decades into their career. The conversation touches on critical consensus, commercial success, musical evolution, and the different paths albums take toward finding an audience. 📱 Subscribe and/or follow us on your favorite streaming platform  📩 What album would make your list of the most acclaimed—or most overlooked—of all time?  Hit us up at schizomusicpod@gmail.com. Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/SchizoMusic]

S6 – Ep 19 | The 1969 Album We Both Chose (And Why We Couldn't Review It)

Let Us Know Your Thoughts! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/245958/fan_mail/new] This week, Craig and Kevin head back to 1969, but with a twist. After comparing notes, both hosts agreed that UFO by Jim Sullivan would have been their shared Album of the Week. Rather than doubling up, they decided to dig a little deeper and each bring a runner-up selection to the table. Craig shines a light on Fast Fingers by Jimmy Dawkins, a blues record packed with sharp guitar work and Chicago grit. Kevin counters with Orgasm by Head Machine, a heavy and often-overlooked psychedelic hard rock release that showcases a very different side of 1969. The conversation then shifts from albums to collecting, as the guys dive into a lively discussion about how they organize their vinyl collections. From genres and artists to alphabetical systems and pure chaos, they compare approaches and debate the best way to manage a growing catalog. It's an episode filled with deep cuts, collector talk, and another reminder of just how much great music came out of 1969. 📱 Subscribe and/or follow us on your favorite streaming platform  📩 How do you organize your vinyl collection? Let us know at schizomusicpod@gmail.com Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/SchizoMusic]

S6 – Ep 18 | 2004: The Year It All Started - Album Picks & the Evolution of the Music Industry

Let Us Know Your Thoughts! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/245958/fan_mail/new] This week, Craig and Kevin revisit 2004, a year that holds special significance for both hosts and marked the beginning of a friendship built around a shared love of music. For their album picks, Craig spotlights LP by Ambulance LTD, a shimmering indie-rock release filled with memorable hooks, layered guitars, and the kind of songs that seemed tailor-made for the era. Kevin counters with Exhibit A by The Features, an energetic and underrated record that blends sharp songwriting with plenty of Southern-rock swagger. Along the way, the conversation naturally drifts into memories of 2004 itself—a pivotal year in music and culture—and reflects on how much has changed since then, from the way we discover music to the way we listen to it. Whether you're revisiting the mid-2000s or discovering these albums for the first time, this episode is packed with nostalgia, hidden gems, and plenty of music discussion. 📱 Subscribe and/or follow us on your favorite streaming platform  📩 Got a favorite 2004 album? Send us your pick to schizomusicpod@gmail.com! Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/SchizoMusic]