A-Sides

In the early 1980's, a new genre of music was in its early stages in the Bay Area of California, which would later take over the world. Brent and Andy spend this episode diving into that genre of "thrash metal", specifically tackling three huge albums released in 1986 from Metallica, Slayer, and Megadeth. While discussing these three particular albums, they also dive down a rabbit hole of related concert stories, what constitutes "selling out", sample a related brand of coffee, and discuss the merits of 'greatest hits' compilations. Strap on your bullet belt, raise your fist, and press play on this episode of 'A-Sides.' Thanks for listening!

With an absence of live music over the last year, you can live vicariously through the newest episode of A-Sides. Kenny Wright from The Great Affairs returns to the podcast to discuss concerts with Andy, which include stories from seeing Kiss and Van Halen in their heyday, (failed) attempts at meeting bands backstage, beer spills, hurling vomit, and so much more! Thank you for listening to the newest episode of A-Sides, and make sure to follow The Great Affairs online so you can see them in a town near you.

On this episode of A-Sides Brent talks with the author of "They Just Seem A Little Weird," the story of Kiss, Aerosmith, Cheap Trick, and Starz. 

Brent and Andy return for a follow-up on their episode discussing 'Debut Albums', as they dive into 'Sophomore Albums.' It's been said again and again that a second album is "make it or break it" for artists and musicians, so we give our thoughts on those we feel are strong second albums. Find out who we chose and why, what restrictions we put on our lists, which beer was drank, and how this all relates to Harry Nilsson!? Thank you for giving us another spin on A-Sides.

Denny Smith returns for this third guest appearance on 'A-Sides', this time discussing the recent studio album from his band, The Great Affairs. Dropping back in October, the album titled 'Everybody Moves, Nobody Get Hurt' is chock full of riffs, ballads, and even electric sitar!! Find out some stories behind the songs, his song writing process, and a discussion on the album artwork. You can find The Great Affairs on their website, your favorite streaming service, and on Reverb Nation.

On this episode Brent and Andy pick their top 7 debut albums of all time, discuss them, drink beer, discuss other things totally off the topic, say a lot of swear words, and drink more beer. 

On this episode Brent talks with Ricky Warwick. 

On this episode Brent chats with Chris Holmes. 

On this episode Brent chats with legendary drummer, Ten Years After's Ric Lee. 

On episode 50 Andy and Brent discuss their top five favorite albums of 2020. 

Brent and Andy discuss their favorite Judas Priest albums and songs. 

On this episode Brent talks with guitarist Steve Janevski, from the band Wicked Smile.

On this episode Brent talks with Ross The Boss about his work with The Dictators, Manowar, Death Dealer, as well as his Ross The Boss Band. 

On this episode Brent talks with Moriah Formica. 

On this episode Brent chats with Guernica Mancini, lead singer of the band THUNDERMOTHER!

On this episode Brent talks with Juan and Sebastian from the band Motorbooze. 

On this episode Brent talks with Nick and Robban from the Swedish Metal band Jesus Chrüsler Supercar. 

On this episode Brent talks with Lead Singer/Guitar Player from the band Ghosts Of Sunset, John Merchant. 

On this episode Brent chats with The Rumours' Carli Foxx. 

On this episode Brent chats with singer/songwriter Trey Rose.