Music at a Rational Volume

Nathan

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A music podcast for music lovers with strong, but flexible opinions. Two middle-aged music fans discussing the music they love and the interesting topics surrounding their fandom. We do album reviews both new and old, music commentary, themed playlist episodes, and above all just enjoy talking about some of our favorite tunes.

DEC 2

Christmas in the 70s

Send us a text In this festive episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the 70s contributions to the totality of Christmas music. So listen in as Nate and Kyle wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays in the only way they know how, by crafting a playlist... you're welcome everybody! Albums of the week: A Holly Jolly Jill Barber Christmas Taylor Momsen's Pretty Reckless Christmas This week's playlist: Christmas in the 70s Light of the Stable - Emmylou Harris (‘79)Jingle Bells - Willie Nelson (‘79)I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday - Wizard (‘73)Merry Xmas Everybody - Slade (‘73)Lonely This Christmas - Mud (‘74)I Believe in Father Christmas - Greg Lake ('75)Peace On Earth / Little Drummer Boy - Bing Crosby, David Bowie (‘77)Santa Clause Is Coming To Town - Jackson 5 (‘70)Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas - The Carpenters (‘78)My Christmas Card To You - The Partridge Family (‘71)A Time To Be Jolly - Bing Crosby ('71)Silent Night - Johnny Cash, The Carter Family (‘72)If We Make It Through December - Merle Haggard (‘73)Carol of the Bells - John Fahey, Richard Ruskin ('75)What Child Is This - Connie Smith (‘75)Please, Daddy (Don’t Get Drunk This Christmas) – John Denver ('75)In The Bleak Midwinter - Julie Andrews ('75)There’s Someone Who’s Knocking - The Salsoul Orchestra (‘76)Pine Cones And Holly Berries / It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas - The Osmonds ('76)We Wish You A Merry Christmas - John Denver, The Muppets ('79)Santa Claus and His Old Lady - Cheech & Chong (Dec ‘71)Mamacita, ¿dónde está Santa Claus? - Charo ('78)This Christmas - Donny Hathaway (‘70)Silver Bells - Elvis Presley (‘71)Jim Croce - It Doesn’t Have To Be That Way (‘73)Christmas for the Free - Argent ('73)Christmas Bop - T. Rex ('82 or '75?)Christmas Must Be Tonight - The Band (‘77)Another Christmas - The Yobs ('79)Step into Christmas – Elton John ('73)Feliz Navidad – Jose Feliciano ('70)Please Come Home for Christmas – the Eagles ('78)Wonderful Christmastime – Paul McCartney ('79)Happy Xmas (War is Over) – John Lennon and Yoko Ono ('72)Jesus Christ – Big Star ('75)Father Christmas – the Kinks ('77)Santa Claus is Coming to Town – Bruce Springsteen & the E-Street Band ('75)One of Everything You Got – Buck Owens & Susan Raye ('71)Christmas Eve Can Kill You – the Everly Brothers ('72)Child of Winter – Beach Boys ('74)Run Rudolph Run – Keith Richards ('78)Xmas at K-mart – Root Boy Slim & the Sex Change Band ('78)Christmas Day – Squeeze ('79)White Christmas - The Whispers ( ‘79)Do You Hear What I Hear - Gladys Knight & The Pips ('75) Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A Coffee Musicatarationalvolume.com @MARVpodcast on Twitter musicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

17 min
NOV 21

Our Todd Snider Tribute and Playlist Episode

Send us a text In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the music, life and tragic passing of singer, songwriter, folkster, hippie, and all around well respected musician Todd Snider. His recent passing gives us a chance to celebrate all of the songs that Kyle and Nate have come to love and appreciate. So listen along as the hosts try to express feelings about just how big of an impact Todd's life and career had on these two music loving human beings. Enjoy the playlist. This week's playlist: Todd Snider Tribute Playlist Can’t ComplainBrokeMissing YouAmerica’s Favorite PastimeMoney, Compliments, and PublicityStatistician’s BluesSlim Chance Is Still A Chance - Doomed VersionJust In CaseThe Very Last TimeWays and MeansLike a Force of NatureSongs For the Daily Planet (entire album)I Believe YouSide Show BluesEnoughHorseshoe LakeTensionLate Last NightRocket FuelPositively NegativeComin’ DownNever Let Me DownDoublewide BluesHappy to Be HereD.B. CooperKeep Off the GrassWhat’s Wrong with You?New Connection Vinyl RecordsRose CityBeer RunWaco Moon (Written for his friend, bandmate, Eddy Shaver, who committed suicide.)Play a Train SongBallad of the KingsmenLooking for a JobThin Wild MercuryUnbreakableFrom a RooftopStuck on the Corner (Prelude to a Heart Attack)Bring ‘em HomeTalking Reality Television BluesWelfare Music (Bottle Rockets cover) – Hard Working AmericansThat Was MeWorking on a Song Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A Coffee Musicatarationalvolume.com @MARVpodcast on Twitter musicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

33 min
OCT 15

Best Albums Ever: Barenaked Ladies - Maroon

Send us a text In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle celebrate one of their favorite albums and its 25th anniversary, the Barenaked Ladies album Maroon. Released in September of 2000, Maroon stands as a truly great record, certainly a worthy follow up to the era-defining brilliance of Stunt which turned BNL into stars in the U.S. So listen in as the hosts chat about all the good stuff on this underrated and perpetually overlooked record (even though it went platinum in the U.S. and Canada), it shoulda been HUGE. In our opinion then, it certainly is one of the greatest albums ever made by humans on the planet Earth! No playlist this week, instead check out Maroon by the Barenaked Ladies. Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A Coffee Musicatarationalvolume.com @MARVpodcast on Twitter musicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

32 min
SEP 29

New Album Reviews: Buckingham Nicks

Send us a text In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the newest 52 year old record to be released this year, the legendary album by Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks called Buckingham Nicks. Before they found fame and success as part of Fleetwood Mac, this duo made a surprisingly accessible and well-produced record, that would sadly be lost to time and buried by slow sales and future stardom. After years of being one of those mythical albums that music snobs and snobbier collectors used to polish their egos and lord over the rest of the masses, the wait for a full re-release is over and we are here to talk all about it. Albums of the week: The Beaches - No Hard Feelings and Bethany Cosentino - Natural Disaster No playlist this week, instead check out Buckingham Nicks! Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A Coffee Musicatarationalvolume.com @MARVpodcast on Twitter musicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

30 min
SEP 8

New Album Reviews: Goo Go Dolls - Summer Anthem EP

Send us a text In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the latest effort from Buffalo New York's favorite rock and rolling sons the Goo Goo Dolls, called Summer Anthem. An EP that we were looking forward to was just released and we took some time to record our thoughts. So listen along as we break down the things we liked and those that we didn't like at all. Our albums of the week were: Iggy Pop - Every Loser and Ione - From Here EP No playlist this week, instead check out Goo Goo Dolls - Summer Anthem Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A Coffee Musicatarationalvolume.com @MARVpodcast on Twitter musicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

19 min
AUG 25

Reliving The Charts: Rock Albums from April 30, 1983

Send us a text In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle discuss the rock albums chart from April 30, 1983 and talk about the creation of a playlist based on the top 30 albums from that chart. Also, listen in for some fun nostalgia chat for all you playlist makers and cassette tape-aged folks. Can you remember when you made your first true mix-tape? How long did it take?... probably for-flipping-ever am I right? This week's playlist: Reliving the Charts 04/30/1983 I’m Ready - Bryan AdamsHigh wire - Men At WorkDrums - The TubesIt’s Only Words - Jon Butcher Axis Why Me - Planet P Project Don’t Make Me Do It - Patrick Simmons The Salt In My Tears - Martin Briley Walking The Fine Line - Red Rider“40” - U2 Stagefright - Def Leppard Don’t Change - INXS Dirty Dog - ZZ Top Love’s Got a Line On You - ScandalCan’t Love Them All - Greg Kihn BandCarrie - Michael Bolton Flying North - Thomas Dolby Dawn Chorus - Modern English Power (Strength in Numbers) - Red RiderWalk Like This - John Butcher AxisThis Time - Bryan AdamsNo, Not Again – the TubesGot Me Under Pressure - ZZ TopAction Not Words – Def LeppardWhat’s It Gonna Be? – Bryan AdamsCan't Turn Back - Red RiderNot Now John – Pink FloydPower Tools - Planet P Chain Reaction – Journey Don’t Let It End – Styx Modern Love – David Bowie I Fall to Pieces – Greg Kihn BandJust a Mile Away - Martin BrileyBlue For You - Men At WorkShe Can't Say No - Scandal Stayed Awake All Night – Krokus It’s So Cruel – Billy Idol Only the Young – Scandal Crack the Sky – Red Rider Human Touch – Rick SpringfieldOut On The Streets - Patrick Simmons Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A Coffee Musicatarationalvolume.com @MARVpodcast on Twitter musicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

41 min
AUG 11

Concert Review: Good Intentions Tour - Toad The Wet Sprocket, Jayhawks, & Sixpence None The Richer

Send us a text In this episode of Music at a Rational Volume, Nate and Kyle regale everyone with the further misadventures of the two-middle-aged-men-a-concert-going show. In this installment the hosts try and figure out why this show as different from their last show at the same venue, the problem with "concert series" in general, and what's wrong with the Merch? So listen a long as they try to navigate the world of live music while also being whiny, job having middle aged babies. This Week's Playlist: Good Intentions Tour Primer (the songs they should've played) Sixpence There She GoesDon't Let Me Die In DallasDon't Dream It's OverKiss MeJayhaws BlueSave It For A Rainy DayI'm Gonna Make You Love MeAngelyneQuiet Corners and Empty SpacesA Break In The CloudsToad The Wet Sprocket Good IntentionsCrazy LifeFly From HeavenSomething To SayAll I WantCome Back DownJamCrowingWindmillsCome Down Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A Coffee Musicatarationalvolume.com @MARVpodcast on Twitter musicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

31 min
JUL 14

Best Soundtrack Ever? Is it Music From Scrubs

Send us a text Welcome to Nate and Kyle disagree about music, just kidding, it's Music at a Rational Volume. In this episode, we ask you to consider one of the best soundtracks ever made/produced by humans on the planet Earth (or is it?), The Music From Scrubs, released in 2002, this soundtrack covers the first season+ of the show and is, at least in one host's opinion, one of the best mix-tapes ever assembled. So tune in to what the hosts have to say and decide for yourself after giving it a listen on your own. This week's playlist... You know, the tunes from Scrubs playlist that I mentioned earlier... Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A Coffee Musicatarationalvolume.com @MARVpodcast on Twitter musicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

41 min

TRAILER

Music at a Rational Volume: The Trailer

Send us a text Hosts Nathan and Kyle offer a brief description of the podcast, who we are, what we're doing, and an invitation to explore more episodes. Musicatarationalvolume.com @MARVpodcast on Twitter Musicatarationalvolume profile on Spotify for playlist content featured in episodes Support the Podcast at : Buy Me A Coffee Musicatarationalvolume.com @MARVpodcast on Twitter musicatatrationvolume profile on Spotify for episode playlists based on topics discussed

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A music podcast for music lovers with strong, but flexible opinions. Two middle-aged music fans discussing the music they love and the interesting topics surrounding their fandom. We do album reviews both new and old, music commentary, themed playlist episodes, and above all just enjoy talking about some of our favorite tunes.

Creator

Nathan
Years Active

2020 - 2025
Episodes

145
Rating

Clean
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