Bandsplain

Alice in Chains emerged from the Seattle scene an entity unto themselves. Formed from remnants of local hair metal bands, they naturally evolved into the groove heavy band with a distinct vocal style we know today. Rob Harvilla joins us to parse the legacy of perhaps the most populist band of the Grunge era.Follow Rob Harvilla on Twitter @harvillaListen to songs we detail in the episode HEREHost: Yasi SalekGuest: Rob Harvilla Producer: Jesse Miller-GordonAudio Editor: Adrian BridgesAdditional Production Supervision: Justin SaylesTheme Song: Bethany Cosentino Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Music journalist Rob Harvilla discusses Steve Albini's legacy, including his impact on the music industry and unique approach to production. The podcast explores Albini's refusal to take points, his influence on underground music, collaborations with Kim Deal, and diverse musical range. It also delves into industry ethics, disparities in earnings, and ends with reflections on Albini's lasting legacy.

Jill Hopkins, Brian Fallon, and Steven Hyden step into the arena with Yasi to draft their favorite Pearl Jam songs and moments. The gang cover their favorite live song, favorite radio hit, and more. Will anyone try to win the draft? Or will everyone choose their picks from the heart? Tune in to find out, and decide who won for yourself. You can follow Jill on Twitter @jillhopkinsYou can follow Brian on Twitter @thebrianfallonYou can follow Steven on Twitter @steven_hydenListen to songs we detail in the episode HEREHost: Yasi SalekGuests: Jill Hopkins, Brian Fallon, Steven HydenProducer: Jesse Miller-GordonAudio Editor: Adrian BridgesAdditional Production Supervision: Justin SaylesTheme Song: Bethany Cosentino Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Singer-songwriter Kacy Hill discusses her new album 'Bug', Taurus traits, embracing annoying behavior as a woman, nostalgic music moments with The Shins, TikTok algorithm, love for Poquito Más, awkward handshake with Jay-Z, and more.

Yasi and Kevin return this week to find Pearl Jam on the verge of falling apart (spoiler alert: they didn't). We pick back up as the band enters the studio to record the excellent “Vitalogy.” Ticketmaster emerges as the band’s foil, and Neil Young continues to be one of the band’s greatest allies. Taking cues from his career to help them navigate their own uncharted waters, this episode takes us from 1994 to present day. Follow Kevin Clark on twitter at @bykevinclarkListen to songs we detail in the episode HEREHost: Yasi SalekGuest: Kevin Clark Producer: Jesse Miller-GordonAudio Editor: Adrian BridgesAdditional Production Supervision: Justin SaylesTheme Song: Bethany Cosentino Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Singer-songwriter Madi Diaz discusses her album 'Weird Faith' and the influence of Bikini Kill. Topics include daddy's girls, revenge fantasies, saying yes to life, and more!

This week on Bandsplain, we dive into the music of Pearl Jam. In the wake of the dissolution of Green River and then Mother Love Bone, a new band coalesces, and explodes after adding an enigmatic frontman in the form of a San Diego surfer named Eddie. From their first shows as Mookie Blaylock to confronting a level of fame they never imagined, the story of Pearl Jam is a whirlwind that has now spanned three decades. On our first installment we take you from the origins of the band through their epic classic “Vs.” Joining us to start this journey is former Ringer writer and current ESPN analyst Kevin Clark.Follow Kevin Clark on twitter at @bykevinclarkListen to songs we detail in the episode HEREHost: Yasi SalekGuest: Kevin Clark Producer: Jesse Miller-GordonAudio Editor: Adrian BridgesAdditional Production Supervision: Justin SaylesTheme Song: Bethany Cosentino Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Singer-songwriter Grace Cummings comes on the pod to talk about her gorgeous new album, 'Ramona', being a theater kid, loving Alice In Chains, her favorite member of Wu-Tang Clan, and more.Host: Yasi SalekGuest: Grace CummingsProducer: Chris SuttonAdditional Production Supervision: Justin SaylesTheme Song: Hether Fortune Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to another season of Bandsplain. This episode we're talking about Green River, Mother Love Bone, Temple of the Dog, and the greater Seattle music scene, all leading up to the explosion of "Grunge," and of course, more specifically, the formation of Pearl Jam. Joining us this episode is the legendary musician and author Patty Schemel.Follow Patty Schemel on twitter at @pattyschemelListen to songs we detail in the episode HEREHost: Yasi SalekGuest: Patty Schemel Producer: Jesse Miller-GordonAudio Editor: Adrian BridgesAdditional Production Supervision: Justin SaylesTheme Song: Bethany Cosentino Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark Arm of Mudhoney comes by the show to discuss the sewage tunnel boring machine named after his band, the record store that changed his life, surfing at Kelly Slater’s ranch, being radicalized by KISS and Aerosmith, seeing Robert Goulet at the airport, hanging out backstage with David Matthews, and more!Host: Yasi SalekGuest: Mark ArmProducer: Jesse Miller-GordonAudio Producer: Chris SuttonAdditional Production Supervision: Justin SaylesTheme Song: Hether Fortune Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices