About this episode

The episode features a ranking of the top rock albums from 1996, discussing various bands and the music scene of that era.

Episode 158: This week, the boys and I head back to 1996 and rank our Top 5 favorite rock albums from one of the biggest years in rock history. From alternative rock to metal and everything in between, we talk about the bands, the music, and what life was like during an unforgettable era in the 90s. 0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels) 2:53 - Rock Music in 1996 5:18 - Lee's Number 5 8:00 - Ethan's Number 5 10:16 - Josh's Number 5 14:07 - Lee's Number 4 15:58 - Ethan's Number 4 18:06...

People in this episode

Host: Josh

Guests: Lee, Ethan

Topics covered

• rock music
• 1996
• album ranking
• alternative rock
• metal
• 90s music

Keywords

• rock albums
• 1996 music
• alternative rock
• metal bands
• 90s rock

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Top Rock Albums of 1996

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