058 | Otis Blue (Otis Redding, 1965)

Matt and Dave spin the category wheel again, this time landing on progressive rock: it's the landmark album 'Fragile' from 1971. Do we have some thoughts on this? ...The answer is Yes.

Matt and Dave spin a wheel of fortune and discuss their mutual pick for the country genre: Lucinda Williams' Americana masterpiece, 'Car Wheels on a Gravel Road.'

More blues, more soul... in the nineties? Matt and Dave discuss the second album from southern rock revivalist band The Black Crowes.

It's a big one! Matt and Dave dig into pure rock & roll mythology with the Stones' epic double album, 'Exile on Main St.'

Matt and Dave discuss a potential crowd-pleaser: it's big, it's bold, it's Journey's 'Escape' from 1981. Now with 100 percent more Atari!

Matt and Dave wrap up a series on strong voices in music, highlighting the late, great David Bowie. Captivating and mysterious, this is his 1976 album, 'Station to Station.'

Matt and Dave pay tribute to the soothing, strong voice of Karen Carpenter, while discussing the Carpenters' 1972 album, 'A Song For You.'If you are struggling with depression, addiction, self-harm or another mental health issue, text 741741 to connect for free with a trained support person at the Crisis Text Line. You can also find ways to give back to this important organization at crisistextline.org/donate.

Matt and Dave continue a conversation about strong vocalists, discussing the unique styles of Bjork and her first album, 'Debut.'

Matt and Dave discuss 1960s rhythm & blues, soul, and rock & roll, highlighting a powerful voice in music history: the legendary Otis Redding.

Matt and Dave discuss life and death and the season cycle, while exploring the intricate themes throughout XTC's 1986 art-pop album, 'Skylarking.'