Big news! It is GB Pod Producer (proDREWcer?) Drew McFadyen's 30th birthday, so this week he runs the show, joining Chris and Ethan to do a music year in review, talk shop about some current events, and address some existential crises. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/...
Dec 16, 2024•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 200
This week, Noah Weiland joins the show. Noah Weiland is a 24 year old artist and son of the late Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver frontman Scott Weiland. Noah just released a new track, “Limbo,” dedicated to the memory of his father Scott and his friend Gio. In this wide-ranging discussion, Noah talks about finding his voice, handling the expectations that come with having a famous father, what inspires him, and how he has overcome adversity on the way to being the man he wants to be for ...
Dec 09, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 199
December is here and the home stretch is on. This week on the pod, Chris and Ethan discuss Scott Weiland and the impact of his passing - nine years ago this week. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/
Dec 02, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 198
The Thanksgiving holiday is upon us. To celebrate, Chris and Ethan discuss an important moment in music and film (and Thanksgiving) history - The Band’s farewell show, better known as “The Last Waltz,” which took place 48 years ago tonight. From team GB to you, have a Happy Thanksgiving. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/...
Nov 25, 2024•51 min•Ep. 197
31 years ago today - November 18, 1993 - Nirvana performed their set for MTV Unplugged. Today, Chris and Ethan look back at the events of that evening, the music that came from it, and its legacy that continues to this day. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/...
Nov 18, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 196
At long last, GB has begun the dive into the world of Jeff Buckley. Making good on a new Patron request, Chris and Ethan take a look into Jeff Buckley and his sole studio album, “Grace.” Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/...
Nov 11, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 195
Chris and Ethan return from some traveling just in time for ELECTION DAY and trade some stories from the last few weeks. Listen for some riffage on The Cure, the many forms a song can take, and tips on getting your friends to dig your music. Make sure you vote on Tuesday! Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/...
Nov 04, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 194
This week, Team GB comes to you with a review of The Riff Lord’s newest production - Jerry Cantrell’s new studio album ‘I Want Blood.’ Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/
Oct 28, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 193
This week, the Q&A returns. Chris and Ethan yap about Jerry Cantrell’s new album, then answer questions posed by the GB faithful. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/
Oct 21, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 192
Say it with me… BAD MOTOR FINGER. That’s right kids, this week on the GB Pod, Chris and Ethan discuss and review Soundgarden’s epic 1991 album ‘Badmotorfinger,’ breaking through their rusty cages to show you the power (child) and teach you once and for all that there are no more rides for free. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/...
Oct 14, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 191
“Sometimes, there’s a man.” Team GB is back home in the studio for this week’s episode. Listen along as they yap about their travels to California and Arizona and share the soundtrack to their travels highlights include friends, Goose, Joshua Tree, Sedona, and a dose of the proverbial travel nightmares. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-sp...
Oct 07, 2024•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 190
(We were camping in Joshua Tree, CA over the weekend without cell service and I forgot to upload the podcast episode on time Monday morning. Sorry! - Chris) THIS WEEK, Chris and Ethan chat about their birthdays! Chris turned 28 and Ethan turned 30, both on Sept 28. Additionally, Chris reviews Pearl Jam’s September 17 show at Fenway Park. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some me...
Sep 30, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 189
Team GB is traveling this week, so enjoy (re-enjoy?) a reboot of an old episode discussing some of the big album anniversaries of September in and around the “grunge” genre. Of course, that is after Chris and Ethan go on a 40 minute tangent about airlines for some reason. Into the flood again. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/...
Sep 23, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 188
Chris and Ethan have begun to take a deep dive into the world of Shawn Smith’s music, and this week, they tell you about it. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/
Sep 16, 2024•55 min•Ep. 187
This week on the show, Chris and Ethan yap about this day in music (happy anniversary to the U2 iTunes debacle), Jerry Cantrell’s new single, band reunions, and new music. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/...
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 186
This week, the GB Pod duo chat about the new Mark Lanegan Bubblegum XX release. Also, they check the pulse on the Oasis reunion news, and recount the Lanegan vs. Liam Gallagher feud. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/...
Sep 02, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 185
The GB Pod crew are taking a short summer reprieve as August comes to a closed instead sharing this reissue of an August 2023 episode about ‘Ten,’ which turns 33 this week! Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/...
Aug 26, 2024•50 min•Ep. 184
This week on the pod, Chris and Ethan look back at Nirvana’s debut studio album ‘Bleach,’ released in June 1989. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/
Aug 19, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 183
This week, Chris and Ethan push the envelope and see just how long they can wait to record the episode. Hop into the Q&A zone for some hangover remedies, best Olympic moments, concert venue talk, and more. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bibl Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/...
Aug 12, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 182
On this week’s episode, Chris and Ethan discuss Alice in Chains’ 1999 box set ‘Music Bank’ and break down some demos, previously unreleased tracks, and alternate takes that were included in it. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bibl Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/...
Aug 05, 2024•58 min•Ep. 181
This week, Chris and Ethan review Jerry Cantrell’s new single ‘Vilified,’ and discuss what they’re expecting from JC’s forthcoming album ‘I Want Blood,’ out on October 18. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bibl Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/
Jul 29, 2024•47 min•Ep. 180
Chris and Ethan are back this week, running through this day in music, chatting about new announcements from Jerry Cantrell and Smashing Pumpkins, before getting to the main course of this week’s episode… discussing three STP songs that you may not have in your usual rotation that highlight the talent of the band - “Still Remains,” “Adhesive,” and “Wonderful.” Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bibl Support...
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 179
This week on the show, Chris joins Ethan for one more show from up north and the pair discuss this day in music, the legacies of Chris Cornell and Chester Bennington, as well as the recently announced Bubblegum XX release from Mark Lanegan’s estate. Later on, Ethan shares a non-exhaustive list of axioms to help keep you enjoying your music. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bibl Support the show, buy some ...
Jul 15, 2024•55 min•Ep. 178
This week, Chris and Ethan discuss ‘Above,’ the 1995 album from the supergroup comprised of Layne Staley, Mike McCready, Barrett Martin, and John Baker Saunders. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/
Jul 08, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 177
This week, Chris and Ethan are back to debrief about Ethan’s week at the Olympic Trials. Later, the two celebrate the birthday of the Sony Walkman by ranking their favorite ways to listen to music and discussing how technology has revolutionized how we listen to music. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/...
Jul 01, 2024•50 min•Ep. 176
The GB Pod is about a lot more than music. As you probably know by now, Ethan is a professional javelin thrower, and this week on the pod, he discusses his road to the 2024 U.S.A. Track & Field Olympic Trials and his bid to represent his country as a javelin thrower in Paris later this summer. These are the honorable pursuits where you learn about yourself. These are the days where you make memories. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show...
Jun 24, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 175
LIn celebration of Father’s Day, Chris and Ethan welcome Ethan’s dad to the show - the one and only Dave Shalaway. After some music talk (the radio is important!), Mr. Shalaway discusses what it was like raising his children, the different stages of fatherhood, being an advocate for his children, and shares his Father’s Day Axioms. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! h...
Jun 17, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 174
This week, GB are sharing a chat they had on “At Home with Mark,” a show hosted by musician, guru, and all around cool dude Mark Hopkins. In April, Mark invited Chris and Ethan onto his show to chat about PJ’s new album “Dark Matter,” and this was their chat! Special thanks to Mark for allowing his episode to be posted here. Let’s show some support Mark, who is one of the nicest guys you’ll ever meet. Learn more about Mark and check out “At Home with Mark” https://linktr.ee/Markhopkinsmusic?utm_...
Jun 10, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 173
“People love lists.” Indeed they do, so Chris and Ethan are back this week with a new one. They each count down their top ten songs for summer 2024 and chat about their criteria for their lists. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/...
Jun 03, 2024•54 min•Ep. 172
Chris and Ethan are back with a Q&A, answering questions from the GB faithful. Listen for answers to questions about guitar tone, “new grunge,” first dates, hockey, and much more.. Contribute to Brooke Mummau’s Cystic Fibrosis Foundation fundraiser for CF Awareness Month: https://finest.cff.org/phillysfinest24/brookemummau Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https:...
May 27, 2024•51 min•Ep. 171
