Six Picks Music Club

Episode 056: "What in the Wide World of Sports is Americana?" Join Geoff, Russ, and Dave for a special episode of the Six Picks Music Club as they welcome a guest Jeff to the conversation about the most deliciously undefinable of genres. Americana is like that perfect roadside diner: you know the vibe when you walk in, even if you can't quite articulate the decor. It has the twang of classic country, the soul of folk music, and a lyrical sincerity that just feels like home, even if "home" means a broken-down Ford pickup on a backroad somewhere. The guys attempt to pin down this elusive sound by spinning a killer playlist that jumps from the legendary Texas troubadour Willis Alan Ramsey to the raw, hard-edged storytelling of Tyler Childers. They also dive into the powerhouse harmonies of The Highwomen, look at a possible evolution of the genre from Halsey, and explore the enduring grit of Steve Earle and the lush, layered folk of Fleet Foxes. But be warned: the conversation takes a hard left turn, veering off the musical highway to tackle the pressing matter of escaped cats and, well, prolapsed anuses. It’s a true Americana experience—unpredictable, a little messy, and entirely heartfelt. Tune in for the music, stay for the feline emergency room stories! Apple Podcasts Instagram Spotify Playlist Official Site Listener Listens - Teethe - Instagram

Episode 054: Happy Halloween from the spooky Six Picks clubhouse! Geoff, Russ, and Dave have cooked up six sinister songs to trick and treat your ears. We’ll travel into darkness with Molchat Doma, flirt with the dark lord alongside Jett Screams, and join our vampire friends with Bright Eyes. Plus, we're getting dirty in the mortuary with T.S.O.L., howling with The Cramps, and hunting for witches with Queens of the Stone Age. We'll also ask the very important question: should drivers face soccer-style penalties? Apple Podcasts Instagram Spotify Playlist Official Site Listener Listens - Mallrat - Instagram

Episode 052: It’s almost fall, and that means football. In this episode, Geoff, Russ, and Dave dig into the pigskin with six songs that hit like a linebacker and dance like a wide receiver in the end zone. They blend beats with blitzes with a full lineup including Queen, whose stadium-sized swagger sets the tone for a season of high drama and big plays. The Spencer Davis Group brings the fun from the stands, all pep and groove, while Atom and His Package throws a prophetic flag on the field with a sharp critique of the sport’s darker undercurrents. The guys go deep into the world of professional theme songs with the Ying Yang Twins, whose track feels tailor-made for a rowdy dome crowd, and Joan Jett, whose anthem screams prime-time energy. Then AFI takes it further, peeling back the layers of football’s cultural weight with a sarcastic and snotty look. Somewhere between the touchdowns and the tackles, they also learn about clotted cream and its mysterious unclotting powers. Come early, be loud, and stay late through this wild ride of music and football, with just enough chaos to make it feel like overtime. Apple Podcasts Instagram Spotify Playlist MC Paul Barman - Paulejulah - Spotify Official Site Listener Listens - Run the Jewels - Instagram

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Episode 051: Mom might want to skip this one as Six Picks Music Club dives into the forbidden fruit of teenage rebellion! With Geoffro living his best life abroad, special guest JM joins Russ and Dave to explore the deliciously scandalous tracks that would've had parents everywhere clutching their pearls. From The Pixies' surreal screams to Jimi Hendrix's guitar pyrotechnics, Nine Inch Nails' industrial angst to Smashing Pumpkins' raw emotional power, The Breeders' alt-rock defiance to Pantera's metal mayhem - it's a collection of songs guaranteed to make any parent question their child-rearing decisions. And because no episode is complete without a totally random tangent, the crew investigates the surprisingly common phenomenon of dogs treating AirPods like expensive chew toys and the ensuing adventures in customer service. Consider this your musical permission slip to explore the tracks that made rebellion sound so sweet. Apple Podcasts Instagram Spotify Playlist Nine Inch Nails - Wish - Breakdown on YouTube Official Site Listener Listens - Gus Baldwin & The Sketch - Instagram

Episode 049: Buckle up for a journey through dystopian nightmares as Six Picks Music Club returns with a mind-bending exploration of scores and soundtracks that capture the essence of broken worlds! Geoff, Russ, Dave, and special guest Blake are diving deep into the musical territories that transform bleak futures from mere visual spectacles into immersive audio experiences. They'll twist through Philip Glass and Paul Leonard-Morgan’s hypnotic compositions, rage with the underground Japanese punk energy of The Stalin, blast through cyborg-powered Guns N' Roses intensity, feel The Cure's burning emotional depths, descend into the dark digital realms of Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, and finally launch into the cosmic expanses of Hans Zimmer's interstellar soundscapes. And because no dystopian soundtrack episode would be complete without a touch of chaos, the crew will also dive into the absolutely critical debate of popcorn butter ratios - because even in a broken world, snack strategy matters. Whether you're a soundtrack nerd, a dystopia enthusiast, or just someone who appreciates music that sounds like the apocalypse might be happening right outside your window, this episode promises to be a roller coaster through humanity's most beautifully broken musical moments. Apple Podcasts Instagram Spotify Playlist Official Site Listener Listens - Chaparelle - Instagram

Episode 047: Buckle up for a musical journey through the most intimate of spaces—home sweet home! In this episode, Geoff, Russ, and Dave are unpacking the concept of home faster than you can say "there's no place like it“—diving deep into the landscape of domiciles with Cleopatrick's hometown vibes, Samantha Crane and Phish exploring the delicate details that transform four walls into a sanctuary, The Dirty Nil chronicling those first apartments that are one part architectural disaster, one part personal freedom, Jordan Clarke breaking down the beautiful concept of found family, and Edward Sharpe and The Magnetic Zeros revealing that home is less about geography and more about connection. Along the way, the crew takes a hilariously random detour into the wild world of international conventions. Whether you're a homebody, a wanderer, or somewhere gloriously in between, this episode promises to make you laugh, think, and maybe appreciate your current living situation just a little bit more. Apple Podcasts Instagram Spotify Playlist Official Site Listener Listens - The Ajjancy - Official Site Pachelbel Rant - Youtube