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I’m Gib Christensen and I love the band Sparks. And I’m Jamie Ogihara, and I don’t know one single thing about the band Sparks! And together, we’re dissecting this seminal brotherly band’s complete body of work, one album at a time. Hop on the slow boat of Sparks today!

Episodes

  1. 11/06/2023

    Whomp That Sucker! - It's Whompin' Time!!

    Gib and Jamie are back from a much needed vacation in space to discuss Sparks' Devo-tastic album, Whomp That Sucker! How many will times will Gib manage to yell whomp in this episode? That's up to you to find out!

  2. 06/26/2023

    Terminal Jive: Gib and Jamie Become Snarky Pitchfork Reviewers

    Can you dig the Terminal Jive? Find out if Gib and Jamie can when they discuss Sparks' first 80's album! The synths are there, but is the magic? I dunno! Listen, ya doofus!

  3. 05/22/2023

    The Best of the '70s! Gib and Jamie Recap Sparks' First Decade of Music

    Before Gib and Jamie enter the electronic disco-heavy world of the '80s, our beautiful hosts recap Sparks' first decade of albums and rank their favorites. It's fun for the whole family if you're all a bunch of niche music nerds! Enjoy!

  4. 04/17/2023

    No. 1 in Heaven: Gib & Jamie enter Beep Boop Land!

    In the final episode before our brave hosts' full 70's retrospective, join Gib & Jamie in checking out Spark's 1979 synth-pop precursor, No. 1 in Heaven! This episode has it all: beeps, boops, and maybe even a sproing!

  5. 03/20/2023

    Introducing: Mael Living Space's Episode About Introducing

    With the added brain power of a very special guest, Gib and Jamie tackle Sparks' return to form, Introducing! Hear them decide on if this record truly is a great gateway to the wild weird world of Sparks! We also introduce a lovely new segment that will definitely be in every episode from now on. Enjoy!

  6. 02/06/2023

    Big Beat: The Controversial Banned Episode!!

    Gib and Jamie are back for an episode so wild, so intense, so controversial, that it's been banned in whatever country you're not in! Listen at your own risk. And good day to you!

  7. 12/19/2022

    Indiscreet: Jamie & Gib Get Classy and Brassy

    Join Jamie & Gib on the next step in their Sparks journey as they explore their classic album, Indiscreet! Thanks to the record's lovely orchestra style instrumentation mixed with the Mael's signature oddball eccentricities, it's looking like Jamie is slowly but surely hopping on the bandwagon! I promised I wouldn't say slowboat...whoops!

  8. 11/14/2022

    Propaganda: Jamie's Back In!

    This month, Gib and Jamie dive into Sparks' fourth album, Propaganda! The first record after their breakout, Kimono, My House, Propaganda is a different less shreddy animal. Listen to find out if Jamie likes it or sends it on a slowboat of hate!

  9. 10/17/2022

    Kimono, My House: This City Isn't Thick Enough for the Couple of Us

    Gib and Jamie dive into Sparks' breakout record, Kimono, My House! Packed with shredding guitars and the smash hit track, This Town Ain't Big Enough for the Both of Us, Sparks' third effort made for one hell of an entrance into the U.K.

  10. 09/12/2022

    A Woofer in Tweeter's Clothing: The Gib Hasn't Seen Sound of Music Special!

    Gib and Jamie's journey through Sparks' discography continues! This month, the band's sophomore effort, A Woofer in Tweeter's Clothing, is covered with what some might call...enthusiasm? Jamie starts to see the band's appeal while Gib plots to make new friends by hitting their cars and getting insurance info! It's a lot!

  11. 08/10/2022

    The Journey Begins: Sparks' Debut Rocks our Slowboat

    The journey into Sparks' massive discography begins with their self-titled debut. Can the early yacht rock and abrasive high notes win over Jamie's heart? Or is this really just an episode of Gib cackling in the distance while you guys listen to Jamie go on a tirade? Both! Kinda... Check it out!

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About

I’m Gib Christensen and I love the band Sparks. And I’m Jamie Ogihara, and I don’t know one single thing about the band Sparks! And together, we’re dissecting this seminal brotherly band’s complete body of work, one album at a time. Hop on the slow boat of Sparks today!

Information

  • Creator
    Gib Christensen
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2023
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Gib Christensen 2022
  • Show Website
    Mael Living Space