This week we are look at the indie Canadian electro pop duo, Metric, featuring Emily Haines and James Shaw also of Broken Social Scene. The two albums we will be reviewing are 2007's Grow Up and Blow Away and 2009's Fantasies. Interestingly, Grow Up and Blow Away was the band's 3rd record when it released in 2007, but it was recorded and shelved 7 years earlier. This makes for an interested contrast between that record and the fourth released record, Fantasties. The latter album is near perfect, and we absolutely loved it.For feedback, please email [email protected]

After a full year of podcast episodes, we are selecting 10 songs from 10 artists we covered this year to serve as extra credits -- songs outside of the podcast format of 2000s music.Daft Punk - TouchBright Eyes - Stray Dog FreedomOasis - The MasterplanSt. Vincent - Birth In ReverseThe Shins - Simple SongSufjan Stevens - Too MuchBrendan Benson - Garbage DayFoo Fighters - RescuedBon Iver - AUATC [Ate Up All Their Cake]Bon Iver - PDLIF [Please Don't Live In Fear]*** Please send us feedback and requests to [email protected] ***

Join us for our final episode in the Strokes retrospective, Meet Me In The Bathroom Part 5, Future Present Past EP and The New Abnormal.

Written with help by ChatGPT:In the fourth installment of our retrospective podcast series on The Strokes, we shift our focus to the side project of their  frontman, Julian Casablancas – The Voidz. In this episode, we delve into the experimental sounds of The Voidz, exploring their two  albums, "Tyranny" and "Virtue." "Tyranny," the band's debut release, takes us on a through a cacophony of genres, blending elements of punk, new wave, and psychedelic rock. Casablancas and The Voidz challenge conventional musical norms, delivering a raw and unfiltered experience.As we transition to their sophomore effort, "Virtue," the record is more conventional and politically influenced. Yet Casablancas returns to the instinct of writing meandering songs about meandering feelings. Join Greg, Tyler, and me as we dissect the sonic landscapes crafted by The Voidz, analyzing the evolution of their sound and the impact of these albums on the broader alternative music scene. From the gritty experimentation of "Tyranny" to the polished eclecticism of "Virtue," our discussion aims to unravel the intricacies of The Voidz's discography, shedding light on the unique artistic expression brought forth by Julian Casablancas and his musical collaborators.

In Part 3 of our retrospective of The Strokes, we are checking out the fourth and fifth studio albums, Angles and Comedown Machine.

In Part 2 of our retrospective of The Strokes, we are checking out the third studio album, First Impressions of Earth, and the lead singer's solo project, Phrazes for the Young, by Julian Casablancas.

Welcome to "Down On High," where we venture into the sonic landscapes of the 2000s, unraveling the threads of musical history that shaped the era. In our latest retrospective series, "Meet Me In The Bathroom: The Strokes Retrospective," hosts Greg and Tyler guide you through the influential discography of one of the decade's defining bands. Join us as we dissect the cultural impact, creative evolution, and lasting legacy of The Strokes, a band that not only dominated the airwaves but also redefined the sound of a generation.In the inaugural episode, Part 1 of our series, we turn our attention to The Strokes' early years, focusing on their groundbreaking first two records: "Is This It" and "Room On Fire." Explore the raw and infectious energy that propelled The Strokes to the forefront of the early 2000s rock scene with their debut album, "Is This It." From the iconic cover art to the garage-rock sound that became a hallmark, we analyze the cultural significance of this album. Transitioning seamlessly to their sophomore release, "Room On Fire," we delve into the band's musical evolution, dissecting the nuances of experimentation while preserving the essence that made The Strokes an enduring force in the world of music. Join Greg and Tyler as they unravel the stories behind the tracks, explore the creative process, and reflect on the critical reception of these two pivotal albums in "Meet Me In The Bathroom."- signed, ChatGPT on behalf of Down On High

This week we are looking at musical episodes of tv from the 2000s. All three of these episodes have been listed as some of the best musical episodes in television history.  All of them speak to themes of unspoken feelings. The adage, "When you can't say it, sing it!" applies here.We are looking at the Scrubs episode Season 6 Episode 6 "My Musical." In this episode, the doctors of Scrubs are treating a patient who perceives everyone to be singing. She has an aneurism that must be corrected. Meanwhile, we are treated to expository songs from the doctors, about the diagnostic value of still, bromance, a new mother who wants to return to work but feels like she'd be judged, and Dr. Elliot's dilemma -- whether to let JD move in with her to her new house, or to be honest about wanting her own place.Next we reviewed Buffy's musical episode, Season 6 Episode Episode 7, "Once More With Feeling." In this episode, a demon is summoned that makes everyone in town sing their feelings, even when they intend to withhold them. Despite the danger that if they don't stop this, people will implode, the characters are motivated to end this so they don't continue to reveal what they had been hiding -- Buffy is resentful that her friends resurrected her unknowingly pulling her out of heaven, Spike loves Buffy but is struggling with feeling used, Anya and Xander are looking forward to their marriage but also terrified that things will change. This episode is high effort and high production, and it's often the very top of the list for musical episodes.Lastly we have an episode of Futurama, Season 5 Episode 16, "The Devil's Hands Are Idle Playthings." In this episode, main character Fry wants to woo his coworker Lela, but he doesn't believe he has the talent to make the meaningful music she inspires in his mind real. He's learning an instrument and is struggling. He makes a deal with a devil robot that he will swap his hands for a random set of more talented hands. He lucks out and randomly gets the devils hands. The devil wants them back and will engage in chicanery to do it. But in the mean time, Fry becomes a famous musician and is able to put on the show he means to for Lela.  

Duster is an American band that emerged in the 1990s, known for their distinctive style of slowcore and lo-fi music. Comprising Clay Parton, Canaan Dove Amber, and Jason Albertini, the band gained recognition for their minimalist and atmospheric sound, characterized by hushed vocals, reverb-drenched guitar work, and a deliberate, melancholic tempo. Duster's music often evokes a sense of introspection and dreamy ambience, making them a notable presence in the indie and underground music scene. We are reviewing Duster's records from their original period, 1998's Stratosphere and 2000's Contemporary Movement. This band is streamed above many well known acts, which to us begs the question, Why? A big part of it is TikTok resurgence, but there may be more to it.