Schizophrenic Music

Craig Vennes & Kevin Glubke
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A genre-jumping, decade-spanning music podcast where Craig and Kevin riff, rank, and occasionally roast their way through underrated albums, ridiculous matchups, and unexpected playlists. Expect deep cuts, rapid-fire games, trivia twists, and the ever-growing series: “The Soundtrack to…”. Zero rules. Just riffs.The Schizophrenic Music Podcast isn’t just a show — it’s a platform for sonic disobedience and musical pluralism.

  1. 2D AGO

    S6 – Ep 6 | 1985 Album Picks, Catalog Sales, Super Bowl Halftime & The Future of Music Media

    This week, Craig and Kevin rewind to 1985 for their albums of the week. Kevin kicks things off with Pandemonium’s Hole in the Sky — a melodic heavy metal gem that captures the mid-‘80s underground energy without falling into cliché. Craig follows with Gene Loves Jezebel’s Immigrant, spotlighting the band’s shimmering blend of gothic rock, post-punk, and alt-pop textures that helped define the era’s darker edge. From there, the conversation shifts to music industry headlines: A major pop artist selling their catalog — what does it mean when legacy artists cash out?The cultural and streaming impact of this year’s Super Bowl halftime show.The new era of online music media, where paywalls and subscription models are becoming increasingly common — is this sustainable, or does it limit discovery?From metal to moody alt-rock to modern music business realities, this one covers a lot of ground. 📱 Subscribe and/or follow us on your favorite streaming platform  📩 Got a favorite 1985 deep cut or thoughts on catalog sales? Email us at schizomusicpod@gmail.com! Support the show

    42 min

  2. FEB 6

    S6 - Ep 5 | 1960 Albums, Grammy Talk & The Cost of Music Catalog Buyouts

    This week, Craig and Kevin rewind all the way back to 1960 for their overlooked & underrated album picks. Kevin kicks things off with Rev. Gary Davis' Harlem Street Singer, a stunning gospel-blues staple, while Craig spotlights the soulful hard bop of Lou Donaldson’s Sunny Side Up. In timely fashion, they turn their attention to the 2026 Grammy Awards, discussing recent wins, snubs, and what the awards mean (or don’t) in today’s ever-evolving music landscape. That leads them into a deeper look at the top 5 Grammy winners of all time, including Beyoncé, Georg Solti, and others who dominated their genres. Finally, the duo explores the music industry’s funding boom and the consequences of big business acquiring music catalogs. What does this mean for creativity, control, and the future of indie artists 📱 Subscribe and/or follow us on your favorite streaming platform  📩 Got thoughts on the Grammys or catalog buyouts? Email us your take or album recs at schizomusicpod@gmail.com! Support the show

    30 min

  3. JAN 30

    S6 – Ep 4 | Riot, Reggae & The Ultimate Sin: 1981 in Review

    In this episode, Craig and Kevin travel back to 1981 — a year brimming with genre-bending breakthroughs. Craig highlights the rootsy dub rhythms of Love Joys – Reggae Vibes, while Kevin fires things up with Riot – Fire Down Under, offering a nod to Y&T – Earthshaker along the way. Their journey through the year’s sonic spectrum leads to a brief tribute to Ozzy Osbourne’s The Ultimate Sin, celebrating its anniversary and place in the hard rock canon. They cap things off with a bit of freeform riffing, discussing the lasting influence of Amoeba’s What’s In My Bag series and Trackstar’s deep-dive music content on YouTube. It’s all about where we find music, how we connect to it, and the joy of discovery. 📱 Subscribe and/or follow us on your favorite streaming platform  📩 Think we missed something? Want to send us your favorite 1981 pick? Email us at schizomusicpod@gmail.com! Support the show

    36 min

  4. JAN 23

    S6 – Ep 3 | 1968 Album Deep Cuts & Why AI Might Actually Help Music

    Craig and Kevin kick things off by digging into two overlooked albums from 1968 — Craig’s pick is Savoy Brown, bringing gritty British blues-rock to the table, while Kevin highlights Giant Crab, a psychedelic pop-rock outfit that deserved far more attention. From there, the conversation fast-forwards to the present (and beyond) with a look at another 2026 music trend pulled from Octiive.com: the growing role of AI in music creation. But rather than framing it as a threat, Craig and Kevin explore how AI could actually enhance creativity, streamline workflows, and help independent artists push boundaries — without losing the human touch. 📱 Subscribe and/or follow us on your favorite streaming platform  📩 Thoughts on AI and music? Email us: schizomusicpod@gmail.com Support the show

    36 min

  5. JAN 16

    S6 – Ep 2 | 2015 Album Picks & Embracing the Evolution of Taste

    Craig and Kevin head back to 2015 to spotlight two criminally underrated albums: Craig’s pick is Helio Sequence’s self-titled LP — a shimmering slice of indie pop precision — while Kevin highlights Sonny Landreth’s Bound By the Blues, a rootsy, slide guitar-driven masterclass. The conversation then shifts toward something more personal: how their musical tastes have changed over the years. While both hosts grew up immersed in classic rock, hard rock, and metal, they’ve slowly gravitated toward modern soul, instrumental hip-hop, and experimental textures. It may have felt unexpected at first, but now it’s part of the journey — and they encourage you to lean into your own evolving ears, too. 📱 Subscribe and/or follow us on your favorite streaming platform  📩 Think we missed something? Want to share your 2015 pick? Email us: schizomusicpod@gmail.com Support the show

    42 min

  6. JAN 9

    S6 – Ep 1 | 2005’s Underrated Albums, Artists Who Vanish & Indie Power in 2026

    Craig and Kevin toast the start of a brand-new year by spotlighting their overlooked albums of 2005, including Craig’s pick Wilderness by Archer Prewitt (of The Sea & Cake) and Kevin’s pick Popsicle by Diamond Nights. This naturally leads to a conversation about artists who seemed to vanish just as their careers were heating up — from Lauryn Hill to Terence Trent D’Arby to Marjorie Fair and beyond. They then pivot to a new segment inspired by industry insights from Octiive.com, digging into the prediction that independent artists will continue to gain power in 2026 — a topic they plan to revisit throughout the season. 📱 Subscribe and/or follow us on your favorite streaming platform  📩 Think we missed something? Send us your picks or share your thoughts: schizomusicpod@gmail.com Support the show

    49 min

  7. 12/26/2025

    S5 - Ep 34 - Our Top 5 Albums of 2025 – Boxing Day Playlist & Holiday Hot Takes

    This is it — the final episode in our Top 25 Albums of 2025 series! Craig and Kevin kick things off with their “Soundtrack to… Boxing Day” — a curated playlist that reflects the calm, the leftovers, the quiet reflection, and the random chaos of December 26. Then, it’s time for a holiday-themed edition of Dig It, Dump It, or Don’t Get It, where Craig tosses Kevin a stocking full of musical and cultural curveballs. Finally, the guys reveal their Top 5 Albums of the Year, capping off a multi-week countdown full of deep cuts, bold picks, and plenty of discovery. 📀 Craig’s Top 25 Albums of 2025 Gaspard Eden – Crooked LinesRose City Band – Sol Y SombraOkonski – Entrance MusicFoxwarren – 2Sharp Pins – Radio DDR (HM: Balloon Balloon Balloon)Midlake – A Bridge to FarBleary Eyed – EasyRemi Panossian Trio – 88888888Jens Kuross – Crooked SongsGoGo Penguin – Necessary FictionsDijon – BabySessa – Pequena Vertigem de AmorThe Berries – S/TAlex G – HeadlightsSloan – Based on the Best SellerNight Moves – Double LifeSteve Gunn – Daylight Daylight (HM: Music For Writers)Andy Bell – Pinball WandererEddie Chacon – Lay LowNo Joy – BuglandDjo – The CruxCaroline Rose – Year of the SlugNat Birchall – Liberated SoundsValentim Frateschi – EstreitoTony Molina – On This Day📀 Kevin’s Top 25 Albums of 2025 Rose City Band – Sol Y SombraAlice Cooper – The Revenge of Alice CooperWill Hoge – Sweet MiserySessa – Pequena Vertigem de AmorCheikh Lô – MaameSouthern Avenue – FamilyBenmont Tench – The Melancholy SeasonDijon – BabyMarty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives – Space JunkRobert Finley – Hallelujah! Don’t Let the Devil Fool YaLady Wray – Cover GirlTash Sultana – Return to the Roots (EP)Benjamin Booker – LOWERLarkin Poe – BloomSonghoy Blues – HeritageGoose – Chain Yer DragonBlood Orange – Essex HoneyNight Flight Orchestra – Give Us the MoonBahamas – My Second Last AlbumMiley Cyrus – Something BeautifulKAYTRANADA – AIN’T NO DAMN WAYsombr – I Barely Know HerButcher Brown – Letters From the AtlanticRodney Crowell – Airline HighwaySamantha Fish – Paper Doll📍 Next week: We return to our overlooked/underrated albums: 2005 📱 Subscribe and/or follow us on your favorite streaming platform 📩 Think we missed something? Send us your list or let us know your #1 pick: schizomusicpod@gmail.com. Support the show

    1 hr

  8. 12/19/2025

    S5 - Ep 33 - Top 25 Albums of 2025 (Part 2) - Americana, Soul, Psych, Indie & So Much More

    The countdown continues! This week, Craig and Kevin dive into Part 2 of their Top 25 Albums of 2025, revealing picks #15 through #6 — trading selections back and forth as the excitement builds toward the top. Before diving into this week’s picks, the guys recap last week's entries (#25–16) to refresh your memory: Craig's Picks (#25–16): 25. Tony Molina – On This Day 24. Valentim Frateschi – Estreito 23. Nat Birchall – Liberated Sounds 22. Caroline Rose – Year of the Slug 21. Djo – The Crux 20. No Joy – Bugland 19. Eddie Chacon – Lay Low 18. Andy Bell – Pinball Wanderer 17. Steve Gunn – Daylight Daylight 16. Night Moves – Double Life Kevin's Picks (#25–16): 25. Samantha Fish – Paper Doll 24. Rodney Crowell – Airline Highway 23. Butcher Brown – Letters From The Atlantic 22. sombr – I Barely Know Her 21. KAYTRANADA – AIN'T NO DAMN WAY 20. Miley Cyrus – Something Beautiful 19. Bahamas – My Second Last Album 18. Night Flight Orchestra – Give Us The Moon 17. Blood Orange – Essex Honey 16. Goose – Chain Yer Dragon They then move into Part 2 of their countdown, and the genre range is wide this time around — from Power Pop to Experimental Soul, Indie Rock to Americana, Neo-Psychedelia to Brazilian Folk, and everything in between. Whether you’re digging deep or hearing a name for the first time, this list is packed with discovery. 📍 Next week: the grand finale — our Top 5 Albums of the Year! 📱 Subscribe and/or follow us on your favorite streaming platform 📩 Think we missed something? Email us at schizomusicpod@gmail.com with your list or let us know your #1 pick - we might just air it live! Support the show

    56 min
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A genre-jumping, decade-spanning music podcast where Craig and Kevin riff, rank, and occasionally roast their way through underrated albums, ridiculous matchups, and unexpected playlists. Expect deep cuts, rapid-fire games, trivia twists, and the ever-growing series: “The Soundtrack to…”. Zero rules. Just riffs.The Schizophrenic Music Podcast isn’t just a show — it’s a platform for sonic disobedience and musical pluralism.

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  • Creator
    Craig Vennes & Kevin Glubke
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    177
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Schizophrenic Music
  • Show Website
    Schizophrenic Music