The Nerd Groove

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Hosted By Dr. Vern of Sci-Fried, The Nerd Groove showcases Nerd Music: a genre that has been with us for decades, but has never really been accepted as legit. The genre has deep roots and even subgenres like Nerdcore, Chiptunes, VGM, Comedy and Parody, Filk, Geek Rock, and so on. Vern explores every corner of the Nerd Music world from the past, present, and future – highlighting the best and brightest, delving into it’s rich history, and bringing this wide-nerd word together with the music that unites us all.

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Episodes

Episode 14 :: The Triforce of Nerd Music Part 2: Let's ROCK

Your monthly fix for Nerd Music is here! Join Dr. Vern and dig The Nerd Groove!Saddle up with Dr. Vern for the continuation of a triforce of episodes covering the three key cornerstones of the Nerd Music genre: Hip-Hop, Rock, and VGM. In part one we examined how Hip-Hop influenced the development of our current era of Nerd Music, and now we place the spotlight on the irrefutable influence of Rock. Also in this episode, Vern chats with Marc With A C about his new record and catches you up on the ...

Jan 31, 2016•1 hr 38 min

Episode 13 :: The Triforce of Nerd Music Part 1: Hip-Hop

Your monthly fix for Nerd Music is here! Join Dr. Vern and dig The Nerd Groove!Saddle up with Dr. Vern for start of a triforce of episodes covering the three key cornerstones of the Nerd Music genre: Hip-Hop, Rock, and VGM. This episode it's all about the nerdcore family tree and the hip-hop influences it took root in. Plus we play some new nerdy tunes of all genes for good measure. Featuring tracks from...Wordburglar, MC Frontalot, MC Lars, The Protomen, Chamber Band, Steam Powered Giraffe, Meg...

Nov 02, 2015•1 hr 34 min

Episode 12 :: The Summer of Nerd Love

Your monthly fix for Nerd Music is here! Join Dr. Vern and dig The Nerd Groove!Nerd Music lovers everywhere rejoice - the summer tours have ended and Dr. Vern is back!As con season wraps, there's some amazing new grooves in the air. The summer of 2015 was filled with Nerd Music love. Want proof? Major cons and festivals are featuring nerd artists in record numbers.All this time on the road has given Vern time to reflect, and in this episode, the latest, hottest tracks share the podwaves with gre...

Sep 09, 2015•1 hr 33 min

Episode 11 :: Rise of the Artists

Your monthly fix for Nerd Music is here! Join Dr. Vern and dig The Nerd Groove!Dig this Nerd Music lovers: as of this 12th episode of The Nerd Groove we've featured over 200 songs from over 130 different artists. There's strength in numbers. If what the haters said was true, our artists base would be rapidly dwindling. Instead, it's ever-growing. Nerd Music is ever on the rise, and it's here to stay.Let this episode kick your con season into gear with mixtape from the modern era of nerd music. F...

May 10, 2015•1 hr 29 min

Episode 10 :: Nerdiology with Mega Ran

Your monthly fix for Nerd Music is here! Join Dr. Vern and dig The Nerd Groove!Nerd Music has evolved dramatically over the past several decades, but like the Singularity, we’ve hit a point of accelerating returns. Never was there a more exciting time to be making nerdy music than right now. With that in mind, this episode discusses the impact of THIS decade of Nerd Music – the genre’s rampant growth and the artists who’ve cultivated it. Vern spends some quality time with one such artist – belov...

Mar 18, 2015•1 hr 53 min

Episode 9 :: The Geek Age

Your monthly fix for Nerd Music is here! It’s Dr. Vern’s The Nerd Groove!It's a new year and there's no shortage of amazing new music! In this episode, we celebrate the glorious, golden era we're living in... The Geek Age!If you're snowed in, or feeling the winter blues and looking for some nerdy tunes, Dr. Vern's got the cure. We've got a special debut, some hot new releases, and as always, the best Nerd Music from past and present - spanning all the diverse genres therein.Featuring: Crayondroi...

Jan 26, 2015•1 hr 36 min

Episode 8 :: The Best Nerd Music of 2014 Featuring Marc With A C

Your monthly fix for Nerd Music is here! It’s Dr. Vern’s The Nerd Groove!On this episode, Dr. Vern is joined by fellow nerd musician and Nerdy.FM programmer Marc with a C to discuss the Best Nerd Music of 2014. We give kudos to our favorite songs, albums, and artists that have made 2014 one of the biggest, baddest years the history of this genre. We also debate contenders for artist of the year. This is the episode of The Nerd Groove you cannot miss.Featuring the Music of The Returners, MC Ohm-I...

Jan 07, 2015•2 hr 5 min

Episode 7 :: Holiday Flavored Nerdery

Your monthly fix for Nerd Music is here! It’s Dr. Vern’s The Nerd Groove!'Tis time to celebrate the season! In this episode of Nerd Groove we give thanks for the great new songs we have received, and sprinkle in some holiday cheer. We're the first Yuletide-centered show to hit the Network this year, so sit back and allow us to ring in the hope, piece, love and cool gift-unwrapping.Fill your ears with nerdy holiday music from the best geeky artists this corner of the Gamma Quadrant. Happy Holiday...

Dec 01, 2014•1 hr 17 min

Episode 6 :: Love, Hater-Aid, and Final Fantasy

Your monthly fix for Nerd Music is here! It’s Dr. Vern’s The Nerd Groove!What is Nerd Music? In a genre made up of many genres - what are the qualifiers? There are lots of viewpoints on the topic and we'll dive headfirst into them this episode.In this ever-growing genre, there's plenty of new tracks to share, and we do - but we'll also be exploring a couple musical styles the reconnect with the golden age of Nerd Music: The 80s. Finally, we'll hear music from Nobuo Uematsu's masterpiece, Final F...

Oct 28, 2014•1 hr 35 min

Episode 5 :: Kick Down The Doors with The Great Luke Ski & Leslie Rising

Your monthly fix for Nerd Music is here! It’s Dr. Vern’s The Nerd Groove!In this episode Vern speaks with comedy musician The Great Luke Ski and Claire and the Potatoes lead singer, Leslie Rising about their respective impacts in the world of Nerd Music. We'll hear the first (and second) of what is sure to be an ever-growing list of tracks based on Guardians of the Galaxy. We also time travel to the 90s for a look at the roots and influence in Nerd Rock.Take your monthly trip into Nerd Music - i...

Sep 30, 2014•1 hr 36 min

Episode 4 :: Forging a Genre

Your monthly fix for Nerd Music is here! It’s Dr. Vern’s The Nerd Groove!On this episode we talk with Marc With a C - a nerdy indie rocker very familiar to listeners of The Nerdy Show Network. Marc discusses the 10th Anniversary re-release of his breakthrough album, Bubble Gum Romance. The record is being issued on vinyl for the first time and in this episode we play an exclusive, previously unreleased track from that album's recording sessions. Marc discusses staying true to his music and himse...

Aug 26, 2014•1 hr 25 min

Episode 3 :: For Those About To Rock…

Your monthly fix for Nerd Music is here! It’s Dr. Vern’s The Nerd Groove!The sky is the limit for Nerd Music and it’s artists – We’ve got the proof. In this episode of The Nerd Groove we’ve got hot-off-the presses new tunes for you, including a world premiere! We also take a closer look at some historic events in Nerd Music. Where did Nerdcore Start? How did music find it’s way into Fan Conventions? It’s an episode loaded with great music and talented artists.The band is ready, the tunes are str...

Jul 29, 2014•1 hr 31 min

Episode 2 :: The Canadian Invasion

On this episode of The Nerd Groove, we’ll continue to explore the past, present and future of the Nerd Music genre – Is it a niche, or the golden age of the next big thing?We’ll also take a closer look at several Canadian artists and the effect they are having on mainstream music’s respect for Nerd Music. It’s an episode loaded with killer music and talented artists – you’re sure to find a new favorite. (And if you do, let us know what it is!)Listen in, relax, and get ready to feel the ‘Groove. ...

Jul 24, 2014•1 hr 25 min

Episode 0 :: The Nerd Groove

This is The Nerd Groove’s pilot episode – an introduction to the genre from past to future, and the beginning of our ongoing quest to definite and redefine what is “Nerd Music”. It also an interview conducted by Chuck of Sci-Fried with Professor Shyguy and Random Encounter. Look forward to new Nerd Groove episodes the last Tuesday of every month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 29, 2014•1 hr 31 min

Episode 1 :: The Megas and Danimal Cannon Go RED

This episode takes you on a trip through the Past, Present and even the Future of Nerd Music as Dr. Vern showcases what makes the genre so great: Diversity.The Nerd Groove has one mission – to define and provide exposure to the Nerd Music genre. This episode highlights it all: Nerd Rock, VGM, Chiptunes, Nerdcore, Comedy and in this episode: Nerd Punk! Can all these different musical styles make a definable Genre? That’s the theory, it’s up to you to decide. To aide you on your quest, this episod...

May 27, 2014•1 hr 24 min

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