http://www.wyep.org en-us Mon, 18 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Copyright 2006 Discumentary is an appreciation of the albums we think are essential to the artists in the WYEP music library produced by Brian Siewiorek. wyep.org Discumentary allows for you to discover music you may not know about, or even find out new facts about your favorite albums produced by Brian Siewiorek. Discumentary is an appreciation of the albums we think are essential to the artists in the WYEP music library produced by Brian Siewiorek. http://feeds.feedburner.com/wyep/discumentary 91.3fm wyep podcasts@wyep.org No http://www.wyep.org/images/podcasts/discumentary75.jpg http://wyep.org/music/ondemand/podcasts/ 91.3fm WYEP Although not commercially successful, this album is a Kinks classic. A "concept" album about Ray Davies' desire for the nostalgia of "Olde England" is played out with songs about Village Greens, Steam Trains and Photographs Although not commercially successful, this album is a Kinks classic. A "concept" album about Ray Davies' desire for the nostalgia of "Olde England" is played out with songs about Village Greens, Steam Trains and Photographs. 00:07:36 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, iscumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-kinks.mp3 Wed, 31 May 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP This could be considered Robyn Hitchcock's break out album, but it's also the band's major label debut. Globe of Frogs demonstrates Hitchcock's quirky songwriting with members of the Soft Boys, R.E.M. and Squeeze along for the ride. This could be considered Robyn Hitchcock's break out album, but it's also the band's major label debut. Globe of Frogs demonstrates Hitchcock's quirky songwriting with members of the Soft Boys, R.E.M. and Squeeze along for the ride. 00:08:07 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, ock and the Egyptians, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-robynhitchcock.mp3 Thu, 01 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Armed with more than two turntables and a microphone, Beck's sophomore effort mixes various genres of music together, resulting in an album that bridges the gap between country and hip hop. Produced by the Dust Brothers, this is Beck's most talked about a Armed with more than two turntables and a microphone, Beck's sophomore effort mixes various genres of music together, resulting in an album that bridges the gap between country and hip hop. Produced by the Dust Brothers, this is Beck's most talked about album. 00:07:44 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, entary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-beck.mp3 Thu, 01 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Many call this a groundbreaking album, as it experimented with rapid electronic beats long before the word "techno" was ever thought up as a music genre. It was also tremendously successful commercially, generating three hits that were eased into populari Many call this a groundbreaking album, as it experimented with rapid electronic beats long before the word "techno" was ever thought up as a music genre. It was also tremendously successful commercially, generating three hits that were eased into popularity thanks to the newly assembled MTV. 00:07:33 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-eurythmics.mp3 Thu, 01 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP James Brown and his 16-piece band did a weeklong stint at Harlem's Apollo Theater late in 1962. This live recording was financed completely by Brown, and he went against his record label's wishes to make it in the first place. The album has been called on James Brown and his 16-piece band did a weeklong stint at Harlem's Apollo Theater late in 1962. This live recording was financed completely by Brown, and he went against his record label's wishes to make it in the first place. The album has been called one of the greatest live albums ever recorded, and was on the album charts for close to a year and a half. 00:07:55 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-jamesbrown.mp3 Wed, 14 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Nina Simone and her music were just being rediscovered in 2003, when she passed away at age 70. This album, a selection of blues originals and covers, is considered to be one of her most solid albums. Nina Simone and her music were just being rediscovered in 2003, when she passed away at age 70. This album, a selection of blues originals and covers, is considered to be one of her most solid albums. 00:07:10 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-ninasimone.mp3 Wed, 14 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP For Dar Williams' long time fans, hearing this album must have been rather shocking, like when Dylan went electric. Williams set aside her acoustic singer-songwriter side and released this more "plugged in" album that features drum machines and electric g For Dar Williams' long time fans, hearing this album must have been rather shocking, like when Dylan went electric. Williams set aside her acoustic singer-songwriter side and released this more "plugged in" album that features drum machines and electric guitars backing up her soprano voice and colorful songwriting skills. 00:07:09 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, , Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-darwilliams.mp3 Wed, 14 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Shortly after the American Folk revival that followed the frenzy around the "O, Brother Where Art Thou?" soundtrack, Gillian Welch and David Rawlings released this album filled with heartfelt folk songs. Shortly after the American Folk revival that followed the frenzy around the "O, Brother Where Art Thou?" soundtrack, Gillian Welch and David Rawlings released this album filled with heartfelt folk songs. 00:07:15 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, h, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-gillianwelch.mp3 Thu, 15 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Oasis' second album came somewhere between the band having the fastest selling debut in British history, and their declaration that they were bigger than the Beatles. This album is often considered one of the greatest albums in British rock. Oasis' second album came somewhere between the band having the fastest selling debut in British history, and their declaration that they were bigger than the Beatles. This album is often considered one of the greatest albums in British rock. 00:07:35 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, mentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-oasis.mp3 Thu, 15 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Before this album was released Warren Zevon was a singer/songwriter with a few albums out. His biggest claim to fame was that Linda Ronstadt had recorded some of his songs. "Excitable Boy" was the big breakout album for him, containing the big hit "Werewo Before this album was released Warren Zevon was a singer/songwriter with a few albums out. His biggest claim to fame was that Linda Ronstadt had recorded some of his songs. "Excitable Boy" was the big breakout album for him, containing the big hit "Werewolves of London", a song that takes days to get out of my head. 00:07:27 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, , Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-warrenzevon.mp3 Tue, 20 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Eddie Vedder and Company were coping with the new found fame from their debut album when they recorded this follow-up. This album sealed them a hardcore fan base with seven of its twelve songs becoming hits. Eddie Vedder and Company were coping with the new found fame from their debut album when they recorded this follow-up. This album sealed them a hardcore fan base with seven of its twelve songs becoming hits. 00:08:14 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, iscumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-pearljam.mp3 Wed, 28 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Belle and Sebastian grew out of a class project and became a sensation in the U.K. due to word of mouth. Their third album, which is steeped in a wide array of musical influences, grew their audience even more, and earned them a coveted Brit Award. Belle and Sebastian grew out of a class project and became a sensation in the U.K. due to word of mouth. Their third album, which is steeped in a wide array of musical influences, grew their audience even more, and earned them a coveted Brit Award. 00:07:25 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, bastian, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-belleandsebastian.mp3 Thu, 22 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Norah Jones' debut album took the world by storm, a jazz-inspired disc that started out as a favorite of critics. The album went on to sell more than 18 million copies. It also earned Jones eight Grammy Awards. Norah Jones' debut album took the world by storm, a jazz-inspired disc that started out as a favorite of critics. The album went on to sell more than 18 million copies. It also earned Jones eight Grammy Awards. 00:07:25 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-norahjones.mp3 Thu, 06 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Iris Dement's debut album became a success mostly due to the rave reviews it received, many critics called it an instant classic. The reviews led to Dement signing a contract with Warner Brothers who re-released the disc in 1993. The album features guest Iris Dement's debut album became a success mostly due to the rave reviews it received, many critics called it an instant classic. The reviews led to Dement signing a contract with Warner Brothers who re-released the disc in 1993. The album features guest appearances by Emmylou Harris and Iris' mother, Flora Mae. 00:06:22 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-irisdement.mp3 Tue, 11 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP This album began Blondie's rise to stardom, and rocketed them past many of their CBGB's contemporaries as far as commercial success goes. This album contains "Heart of Glass", their first (and definitely not their last) #1 single in the U.S. This album began Blondie's rise to stardom, and rocketed them past many of their CBGB's contemporaries as far as commercial success goes. This album contains "Heart of Glass", their first (and definitely not their last) #1 single in the U.S. 00:07:24 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, cumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-blondie.mp3 Tue, 18 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP The band's sophomore effort is considered one of the greatest albums of the nineties. With elements of power pop, psychedelia, and rhythm and blues mixed in with their signature sound, Being There shows Wilco's evolution from being just a country-rock ban The band's sophomore effort is considered one of the greatest albums of the nineties. With elements of power pop, psychedelia, and rhythm and blues mixed in with their signature sound, Being There shows Wilco's evolution from being just a country-rock band. 00:08:00 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, mentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-wilco.mp3 Tue, 25 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Some artists need to appear younger or hipper to appeal to a younger audience. Not Johnny Cash, he sat down with his guitar, and did the same thing that made him a legend many years ago. This album, produced by Rick Rubin, won Cash a whole new generation Some artists need to appear younger or hipper to appeal to a younger audience. Not Johnny Cash, he sat down with his guitar, and did the same thing that made him a legend many years ago. This album, produced by Rick Rubin, won Cash a whole new generation of fans. 00:09:12 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-johnnycash.mp3 Tue, 01 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP The Beach Boys came of age with this album, which represented a new direction for the group. Filled with the Boys' perfect harmonies and Brian Wilson's obsessive production, Pet Sounds is considered one of the greatest albums of all time. The Beach Boys came of age with this album, which represented a new direction for the group. Filled with the Boys' perfect harmonies and Brian Wilson's obsessive production, Pet Sounds is considered one of the greatest albums of all time. 00:07:49 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-beachboys.mp3 Tue, 08 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Coldplay rose to stardom with their debut album. The British quartet redefined the Brit-rock sound. This album is not only appreciated by music fans, but by music critics as well. Coldplay rose to stardom with their debut album. The British quartet redefined the Brit-rock sound. This album is not only appreciated by music fans, but by music critics as well. 00:05:56 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, scumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-coldplay.mp3 Tue, 15 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Mick Ronson produces this album, which some critics have called the fifth Smiths album. It blends Morrissey's voice with rockabilly and glam rock influences to create Morrissey's most solid solo effort to date. Mick Ronson produces this album, which some critics have called the fifth Smiths album. It blends Morrissey's voice with rockabilly and glam rock influences to create Morrissey's most solid solo effort to date. 00:06:43 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, iscumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-morrissey.mp3 Tue, 12 Sep 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Cole's sophomore release; this album went Gold pretty quickly thanks to the singles "Where Have all the Cowboys Gone" and "I Don't Want to Wait." But there's more than hit singles to this album, including a duet between Cole and her mentor, Peter Gabriel. Cole's sophomore release; this album went Gold pretty quickly thanks to the singles "Where Have all the Cowboys Gone" and "I Don't Want to Wait." But there's more than hit singles to this album, including a duet between Cole and her mentor, Peter Gabriel. 00:07:14 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-paulacole.mp3 Thu, 21 Sep 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Part glam rock, part progressive rock, Bowie$#39;s classic redefined himself in the UK and made him a hit for the first time in the US. Part glam rock, part progressive rock, Bowie$#39;s classic redefined himself in the UK and made him a hit for the first time in the US. 00:05:49 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-davidbowie.mp3 Wed, 04 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Patti Smith's groundbreaking debut album, often called the first art punk album. Smith's fusion of poetry and music defines a unique style that she continues to develop to this day. Patti Smith's groundbreaking debut album, often called the first art punk album. Smith's fusion of poetry and music defines a unique style that she continues to develop to this day. 00:06:38 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-pattismith.mp3 Tue, 17 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Marcia Ball mixes the blues with country honky-tonk and a little boogie on this album. This is the first album to showcase Ball's songwriting skills and it also features her notorious piano playing, that at times would make Jerry Lee Lewis jealous. Marcia Ball mixes the blues with country honky-tonk and a little boogie on this album. This is the first album to showcase Ball's songwriting skills and it also features her notorious piano playing, that at times would make Jerry Lee Lewis jealous. 00:07:20 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-marciaball.mp3 Fri, 20 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP This is the breakout album for Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers, it includes the single "Tomorrow People". Produced by Talking Heads/Tom Tom Club members Tina Weymouth and Chris Franz, this album is one of the top-selling reggae albums ever. This is the breakout album for Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers, it includes the single "Tomorrow People". Produced by Talking Heads/Tom Tom Club members Tina Weymouth and Chris Franz, this album is one of the top-selling reggae albums ever. 00:06:36 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, and the Melody Makers, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-ziggymarley.mp3 Tue, 05 Dec 2006 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP The Cranberries formed in Limerick, Ireland in 1990, and three years later they had their first of many Top 10 hits. The band's sound is defined by the vocals of Dolores O'Riordan, who co-writes the songs with bass player Noel Hogan. The Cranberries formed in Limerick, Ireland in 1990, and three years later they had their first of many Top 10 hits. The band's sound is defined by the vocals of Dolores O'Riordan, who co-writes the songs with bass player Noel Hogan. 00:06:45 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-cranberries.mp3 Fri, 15 Dec 2006 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP This album is a series of demos that the Modern Lovers recorded in 1973 with John Cale of the Velvet Underground producing. It was released three years later three years after the band had broken up. Jonathan Richman used the Modern Lovers name on other This album is a series of demos that the Modern Lovers recorded in 1973 with John Cale of the Velvet Underground producing. It was released three years later three years after the band had broken up. Jonathan Richman used the Modern Lovers name on other projects he worked on, but the original line up of Richman, Jerry Harrison, David Robinson and Ernie Brooks went on to make a classic album, that is still highly regarded by critics. 00:07:19 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, s, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-modernlovers.mp3 Tue, 02 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP The album that The Church is most renowned for, it features their smash single "Under the Milky Way". The U.S. breakthrough gave the Church a top forty hit and a Gold album, as well as sold out world tours. The album that The Church is most renowned for, it features their smash single "Under the Milky Way". The U.S. breakthrough gave the Church a top forty hit and a Gold album, as well as sold out world tours. 00:06:57 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-thechurch.mp3 Thu, 04 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP After the demise of Whiskeytown, Ryan Adams went solo with the album Heartbreaker, to much critical praise. But it was his Gold album that broke him out into the mainstream, earning him crossover success and new legions of fans. After the demise of Whiskeytown, Ryan Adams went solo with the album Heartbreaker, to much critical praise. But it was his Gold album that broke him out into the mainstream, earning him crossover success and new legions of fans. 00:07:05 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-ryanadams.mp3 Tue, 09 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP The The is the concept of its leader, Matt Johnson, the band's line-up varies from album to album. This time around his band featured Johnny Marr of the Smiths. Controversial and political in nature, Mind Bomb features songs with titles like like "The Bea The The is the concept of its leader, Matt Johnson, the band's line-up varies from album to album. This time around his band featured Johnny Marr of the Smiths. Controversial and political in nature, Mind Bomb features songs with titles like like "The Beat(en) Generation" and "Armageddon Days are here (Again)". 00:07:47 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, cumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-thethe.mp3 Thu, 18 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP This is the album that made this sixty-something year old gospel group known to more than the "masses". With a little help from Robert Randolph and the Family Band and Ben Harper, It won them their second Grammy award and it features songs from Prince, St This is the album that made this sixty-something year old gospel group known to more than the "masses". With a little help from Robert Randolph and the Family Band and Ben Harper, It won them their second Grammy award and it features songs from Prince, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Curtis Mayfieldand even Parliament Funkadelic. 00:09:04 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, f Alabama, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-blindboys.mp3 Fri, 26 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP This is the third, last and most experimental album that The Jimi Hendrix Experience released. It shows Hendrix's versatility; not only as a guitarist, but also as a singer and producer. Even with its experimental nature, it generated a couple of hits for This is the third, last and most experimental album that The Jimi Hendrix Experience released. It shows Hendrix's versatility; not only as a guitarist, but also as a singer and producer. Even with its experimental nature, it generated a couple of hits for Hendrix at the time, and remains a legendary album today. 00:07:00 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Experience, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-jimihendrix.mp3 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP Miriam Mekaba's life has been an interesting one. From her beginnings as a South African jazz singer to her thirty year exile from her homeland. Mekaba chronicles these experiences on this disc, and also updates her worldwide hit "Pata Pata". Miriam Mekaba's life has been an interesting one. From her beginnings as a South African jazz singer to her thirty year exile from her homeland. Mekaba chronicles these experiences on this disc, and also updates her worldwide hit "Pata Pata". 00:06:45 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, a, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-miriammekaba.mp3 Tue, 13 Feb 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP Armatrading's second non-acoustic album turned her into a pop star in Britian. For this album she ranges from folk rock, to new wave to reggae. She's joined by Thomas Dolby, Sly and Robbie, Steve Lillywhite and Andy Partridge from XTC. Armatrading's second non-acoustic album turned her into a pop star in Britian. For this album she ranges from folk rock, to new wave to reggae. She's joined by Thomas Dolby, Sly and Robbie, Steve Lillywhite and Andy Partridge from XTC. 00:06:03 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, ding, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-joanarmatrading.mp3 Fri, 16 Feb 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP John Lee Hooker was already a legend before the making of this album. Produced by Van Morrison and Los Lobos, it features new songs a few classic remakes, further cementing his legendary status. John Lee Hooker was already a legend before the making of this album. Produced by Van Morrison and Los Lobos, it features new songs a few classic remakes, further cementing his legendary status. 00:06:18 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, ker, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-johnleehooker.mp3 Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP Ronstadt's fifth album, which made her a star. She perfects her folk rock sound through covers of songs by Paul Anka, Hank Williams and Anna McGarrigle. This album had number one hits on the country and pop charts, went platinum, and even earned Ronstadt Ronstadt's fifth album, which made her a star. She perfects her folk rock sound through covers of songs by Paul Anka, Hank Williams and Anna McGarrigle. This album had number one hits on the country and pop charts, went platinum, and even earned Ronstadt a Grammy award. 00:07:20 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, dt, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-lindaronstadt.mp3 Fri, 02 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP Upon its release, Interview Magazine called Exile in Guyville "folk rock that could make you blush". This is Liz Phair's response to the Rolling Stones classic Exile on Main St. -- a pretty big undertaking for a debut album. Upon its release, Interview Magazine called Exile in Guyville "folk rock that could make you blush". This is Liz Phair's response to the Rolling Stones classic Exile on Main St. -- a pretty big undertaking for a debut album. 00:07:30 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, iscumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-lizphair.mp3 Fri, 09 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP Although it was a commercial failure, Dusty in Memphis is regarded by many critics to be one of the greatest albums of all time. This album mixes the sultry soulful voice of the British Pop singer with the production team for Aretha Franklin and the songw Although it was a commercial failure, Dusty in Memphis is regarded by many critics to be one of the greatest albums of all time. This album mixes the sultry soulful voice of the British Pop singer with the production team for Aretha Franklin and the songwriting skills of Goffin and King, Bacharach and David, and Randy Newman. 00:07:26 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, field, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-dustyspringfield.mp3 Tue, 20 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Uncle Tupelo's final effort is often hailed as their best, a perfect blend of the elements in their country-rock sound. This album was recorded completely live in an Austin studio. Less than a year after its release, both Son Volt and Wilco had been creat Uncle Tupelo's final effort is often hailed as their best, a perfect blend of the elements in their country-rock sound. This album was recorded completely live in an Austin studio. Less than a year after its release, both Son Volt and Wilco had been created from Uncle Tupelo's ashes. 00:06:50 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, , Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-uncletupelo.mp3 Fri, 23 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Taking close to three years off between his debut album and Poses, this album features Rufus Wainwright with a soaring full band, and in scaled down acoustic numbers. His theatrical-style is enhanced with elements of opera, rock and electronica. Taking close to three years off between his debut album and Poses, this album features Rufus Wainwright with a soaring full band, and in scaled down acoustic numbers. His theatrical-style is enhanced with elements of opera, rock and electronica. 00:09:04 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, ight, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-rufuswainwright.mp3 Mon, 02 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP From the ashes of college-radio faves Camper Van Beethoven, came Cracker. David Lowery formed Cracker which brings a mainstream rock sound to his quirky and cynical lyrics. Their debut album earned them success in the growing alternative radio scene of th From the ashes of college-radio faves Camper Van Beethoven, came Cracker. David Lowery formed Cracker which brings a mainstream rock sound to his quirky and cynical lyrics. Their debut album earned them success in the growing alternative radio scene of the time, as well as a mainstream hit. 00:06:59 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, cumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-cracker.mp3 Fri, 06 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Harrison's first non-Beatle album was actually a triple album. Now available on a double CD set, It proves to be one of the best of his solo career. Produced by Phil Spector, and featuring appearances by Eric Clapton, Ringo Starr and Peter Frampton to nam Harrison's first non-Beatle album was actually a triple album. Now available on a double CD set, It proves to be one of the best of his solo career. Produced by Phil Spector, and featuring appearances by Eric Clapton, Ringo Starr and Peter Frampton to name a few. 00:09:05 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, son, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-georgeharrison.mp3 Tue, 17 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP A remarkable album of songs written by Tom Waits, performed by John Hammond, produced by Tom Waits. The result leads to new interpretations of some of Waits' best known songs, and a feat rarely seen in the music industry. A remarkable album of songs written by Tom Waits, performed by John Hammond, produced by Tom Waits. The result leads to new interpretations of some of Waits' best known songs, and a feat rarely seen in the music industry. 00:06:45 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, , Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-johnhammond.mp3 Tue, 24 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Discumentary is a look at an essential CD from the WYEP Music Library. Bristol natives Geoff Barrow and Beth Gibbons joined forces to create Portishead, making a benchmark for the trip-hop genre. They relased their debut album, “Dummy” on Go Records in 1994, which reached the top 40. The group’s collaborative effort produced merit, winning them Britain’s Mercury Prize and play on MTV. 7:29 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, portishead, dummy, Brian Siewiorek http://podcasts.wyep.org/DI-DUMMY.MP3 Mon, 28 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Discumentary is a look at an essential CD from the WYEP Music Library. Considered one of the greatest rock albums from the 80’s, “Let it Be” is The Replacements third release. A coming of age album in its own right, its fun and disjointed complete with a Kiss cover and songs about their bass player getting his tonsils out. 8:16 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, The Replacements, Let it Be, Paul Westerberg, Tommy Stinson, Brian Si http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-replacementsletitbe.mp3 Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Known as Lennon's most important work, this album features its anthemic title track, Phil Spector's "wall of sound", scathing lyrics about Paul McCartney, and the guitar playing of George Harrison. Released in 1971, it was the first of only three of Lenno Known as Lennon's most important work, this album features its anthemic title track, Phil Spector's "wall of sound", scathing lyrics about Paul McCartney, and the guitar playing of George Harrison. Released in 1971, it was the first of only three of Lennon's solo albums to hit number one. 00:08:17 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-johnlennon.mp3 Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Sly Stone and his group sounded different than the hippie bands coming out of San Francisco in the late Sixties. But the integrated group’s message was still one of peace, love and understanding. Their funky sound earned them a bunch of hits, includin Sly Stone and his group sounded different than the hippie bands coming out of San Francisco in the late Sixties. But the integrated group's message was still one of peace, love and understanding. Their funky sound earned them a bunch of hits, including the album’s title track. 00:08:02 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, iscumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-sly.mp3 Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Rediscovered and re-released by David Byrne in 2001, this album holds up more now than it did in 1974. Far ahead of his time, Shuggie Otis and this album are cited as influences by many electronic artists today. The son of bandleader Johnny Otis, Shuggi Rediscovered and re-released by David Byrne in 2001, this album holds up more now than it did in 1974. Far ahead of his time, Shuggie Otis and this album are cited as influences by many electronic artists today. The son of bandleader Johnny Otis, Shuggie only released two albums and performs live rarely. 00:07:18 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, , Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-shuggieotis.mp3 Wed, 06 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Greg Brown is definitely a leader in today's modern folk movement, He is the founder of Red House Records and has released many albums in the genre. Further In is one of his best efforts, in which brown delivers a solid performance backed with his descrip Greg Brown is definitely a leader in today's modern folk movement, He is the founder of Red House Records and has released many albums in the genre. Further In is one of his best efforts, in which brown delivers a solid performance backed with his descriptive lyrics. 00:07:27 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-gregbrown.mp3 Mon, 11 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Following the huge success of the Fugees, Lauryn Hill went solo with this one. Creating a disc of very personal songs, she demonstrated just how versatile Hip Hop could be. It also showed that Hill could be a force on her own, by winning 5 Grammy Awards Following the huge success of the Fugees, Lauryn Hill went solo with this one. Creating a disc of very personal songs, she demonstrated just how versatile Hip Hop could be. It also showed that Hill could be a force on her own, by winning 5 Grammy Awards and earning a Gold Record. 00:08:31 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-laurynhill.mp3 Wed, 20 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Creating what he calls "Conscious Music for the Masses," Micheal Franti tackles topics like AIDS, homelessness and police brutality but sets these themes to melodies you can groove to. "Everyone Deserves Music" is an extension of this method that include Creating what he calls "Conscious Music for the Masses," Micheal Franti tackles topics like AIDS, homelessness and police brutality but sets these themes to melodies you can groove to. "Everyone Deserves Music" is an extension of this method that includes elements of funk, folk, reggae and rock. 00:09:51 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, ti, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-michaelfranti.mp3 Wed, 27 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP The main theme of this album is based on a Japanese girl who is set to fight an army of robots that are pink. Less of a concept album and more of an album in which certain songs have a narrative thread, the Lips experimentation with music, makes this an The main theme of this album is based on a Japanese girl who is set to fight an army of robots that are pink. Less of a concept album and more of an album in which certain songs have a narrative thread, the Lips experimentation with music, makes this an album in which you hear something new every time. 00:08:12 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, , Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-flaminglips.mp3 Mon, 02 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP In the Talking Heads' third album Fear of Music, the band releases for the first time, classics such as Heaven and Life During Wartime, as well as experimenting with songs like I Zimbra. This interesting title track combines African rythm sections with ly In the Talking Heads' third album Fear of Music, the band releases for the first time, classics such as Heaven and Life During Wartime, as well as experimenting with songs like I Zimbra. This interesting title track combines African rythm sections with lyrics by poet Hugo Ball, and is also partly credited to Brian Eno, who had a big role in the Talking Heads' previous album. 00:07:27 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, s, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-talkingheads.mp3 Mon, 09 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Sgt. Pepper's was released in June of 1967, solidifying the Beatles new style introduced in their 1966 album Revolver. The complex and arrangements along with Martin's innovative production style recreated rock music in an album that Rolling Stone conside Sgt. Pepper's was released in June of 1967, solidifying the Beatles new style introduced in their 1966 album Revolver. The complex and arrangements along with Martin's innovative production style recreated rock music in an album that Rolling Stone considers to be the greatest of all time. 00:08:49 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, cumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-beatles.mp3 Wed, 18 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Tidal was Apple’s debut album, it came out in 1996 when she was 19 years old. Produced by Andrew Slater, he sought to bring out Apple’s voice, piano playing, and provocative lyrics through various song arrangements. The album reached number 18 on Bill Tidal was Apple’s debut album, it came out in 1996 when she was 19 years old. Produced by Andrew Slater, he sought to bring out Apple’s voice, piano playing, and provocative lyrics through various song arrangements. The album reached number 18 on Billboard’s Top 40 and has sold more than 2.7 million copies since its release. 00:06:33 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-fionaapple.mp3 Mon, 30 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP This album received rave reviews from blues fans who praised Tedeschi for continuing and advancing the blues tradition. It features 5 songs written by Tedeschi plus a few written by her band members Tom Hambridge and Adrienne Young. Just Won’t Burn went This album received rave reviews from blues fans who praised Tedeschi for continuing and advancing the blues tradition. It features 5 songs written by Tedeschi plus a few written by her band members Tom Hambridge and Adrienne Young. Just Won’t Burn went to number 2 on the mainstream blues charts, getting her opening gigs for the likes of BB King, Dr. John and Buddy Guy. 00:07:46 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, hi, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-susantedeschi.mp3 Mon, 30 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Short, Sharp, Shocked has a folky sound with a bit of country-tinged production, its a collection of personal songs inspired by Shocked’s youth. The album received great reviews upon its release. It’s biggest hit was the song “Anchorage,” a letter Short, Sharp, Shocked has a folky sound with a bit of country-tinged production, its a collection of personal songs inspired by Shocked’s youth. The album received great reviews upon its release. It’s biggest hit was the song “Anchorage,” a letter from a friend in Alaska, set to music. 00:07:27 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, cked, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-michelleshocked.mp3 Wed, 08 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP In spirit of the singer-songwriter tradition that was beginning to resurface, Chapman’s debut album sits comfortably alongside such names as Natalie Merchant and Suzanne Vega. The album is largely political in nature, dealing with issues such as racism, In spirit of the singer-songwriter tradition that was beginning to resurface, Chapman’s debut album sits comfortably alongside such names as Natalie Merchant and Suzanne Vega. The album is largely political in nature, dealing with issues such as racism, violence against women and poverty. 00:07:56 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, n, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-tracychapman.mp3 Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP By the time XO had come out, Smith had disbanded his group Heatmiser and earned a good reputation as a solo artist. His contributions to the film “Good Will Hunting” earned him notoriety and made XO his major album debut. It featured lush vocal sounds By the time XO had come out, Smith had disbanded his group Heatmiser and earned a good reputation as a solo artist. His contributions to the film “Good Will Hunting” earned him notoriety and made XO his major album debut. It featured lush vocal sounds and was compared to the Beatles in style and arrangements. 00:07:26 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, h, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-elliottsmith.mp3 Mon, 05 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP The third release by the White Stripes showcases a more polished and refined sound than their previous efforts. The songs on the album show the range of the group’s influences, from Led Zeppelin to early Delta Blues. The music takes elements of these in The third release by the White Stripes showcases a more polished and refined sound than their previous efforts. The songs on the album show the range of the group’s influences, from Led Zeppelin to early Delta Blues. The music takes elements of these influences and fuses them with new trends. 00:06:47 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, s, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-whitestripes.mp3 Mon, 12 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got is O’Connor’s sophomore album and the follow up to 1987's The Lion and the Cobra. Her hit song "Nothing Compares 2U", was written by Prince and helped propel her to stardom. It was her no-nonsense approach of the albu I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got is O’Connor’s sophomore album and the follow up to 1987's The Lion and the Cobra. Her hit song "Nothing Compares 2U", was written by Prince and helped propel her to stardom. It was her no-nonsense approach of the album influenced several female singer-songwriters from the nineties. 00:08:16 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, nor, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-sineadoconnor.mp3 Mon, 19 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP Shortly after joining supergroup The Traveling Wilburys, Orbison made what was to be his final solo album. "Mystery Girl" featured the top ten hit "You Got it " and brought him popularity to a new generation. Shortly after joining supergroup The Traveling Wilburys, Orbison made what was to be his final solo album. "Mystery Girl" featured the top ten hit "You Got it " and brought him popularity to a new generation. 00:07:27 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-royorbison.mp3 Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP Playing off of Apocalyptic themes and experimenting with new sounds, Prince's double album had a bit of everything. The songs range from rock to funk to psychedelic blues to gospel and show his dynamic as a musician. Popular songs included the title track Playing off of Apocalyptic themes and experimenting with new sounds, Prince's double album had a bit of everything. The songs range from rock to funk to psychedelic blues to gospel and show his dynamic as a musician. Popular songs included the title track and "Strange Relationship". 00:08:07 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, umentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-prince.mp3 Wed, 05 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP On Spike, Costello displays his influences and tries his hand at many different styles of music. The album features song collaborations with Roger McGuinn and the song “Veronica”, co-written with Paul McCartney. The album's eclectic nature gave it mix On Spike, Costello displays his influences and tries his hand at many different styles of music. The album features song collaborations with Roger McGuinn and the song “Veronica”, co-written with Paul McCartney. The album's eclectic nature gave it mixed reactions among critics, but remains a fan favorite. 00:07:31 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, lo, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-elviscostello.mp3 Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP Comprised of Cuban and African musicians, Buena Vista Social Club, successfully mixed Cuban Rhythms and African style piano. Most of the band members were retired, and it’s oldest member was 89. The album topped Latin charts and went on to win a Grammy Comprised of Cuban and African musicians, Buena Vista Social Club, successfully mixed Cuban Rhythms and African style piano. Most of the band members were retired, and it’s oldest member was 89. The album topped Latin charts and went on to win a Grammy in 1997. 00:07:22 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-buenavistasc.mp3 Mon, 24 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP >"Songs for Drella" reunited former Velvet Underground members Lou Reed and John Cale for the first time since 1968. The two got together shortly after the death of Andy Warhol and decided to pay tribute to his life. The songs feature vocals from both Cal Songs for Drella reunited former Velvet Underground members Lou Reed and John Cale for the first time since 1968. The two got together shortly after the death of Andy Warhol and decided to pay tribute to his life. The songs feature vocals from both Cale and Reed, focusing on story rather than lavish musical arrangements. 00:08:26 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, hn Cale, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-loureednjohn.mp3 Wed, 02 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP Unlike most other pop groups in the 70’s, Big Star made songs with sensible harmonies as well as catchy hooks. Band mates Chris Bell and Alex Chilton shared guitar and vocals for most of the record. While Big star never received critical acclaim, they u Unlike most other pop groups in the 70’s, Big Star made songs with sensible harmonies as well as catchy hooks. Band mates Chris Bell and Alex Chilton shared guitar and vocals for most of the record. While Big star never received critical acclaim, they unofficially started the genre "power pop" 00:07:44 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, iscumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-bigstarr.mp3 Mon, 07 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP Strummer's last album, which was finished by his band after his death, included introspective lyrics and a heavy reggae influence. The album is considered one of Strummer's finest since the Clash. It is partially produced by Rick Rubin, and features a cov Strummer's last album, which was finished by his band after his death, included introspective lyrics and a heavy reggae influence. The album is considered one of Strummer's finest since the Clash. It is partially produced by Rick Rubin, and features a cover of Bob Marley's "Redemption Song". 00:08:10 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, , Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-joestrummer.mp3 Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP After the breakup of the Sugarcubes, Bjork released this album not only to tell the world that she had gone solo, but that she was taking things to a new level. From fun, upbeat dance numbers to sparse accapella songs, this album set the stage for Bjork's After the breakup of the Sugarcubes, Bjork released this album not only to tell the world that she had gone solo, but that she was taking things to a new level. From fun, upbeat dance numbers to sparse accapella songs, this album set the stage for Bjork's varied career. 00:07:33 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, mentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-bjork.mp3 Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP For this release Graham Parker combined his singer-songwriter pub rock with more conventional pop elements to make a rather unconventional album. Considered to be one of the great records of the post-punk era, and one of Parker’s most successful... sett For this release Graham Parker combined his singer-songwriter pub rock with more conventional pop elements to make a rather unconventional album. Considered to be one of the great records of the post-punk era, and one of Parker’s most successful... setting him up for mainstream success that never happened. 00:07:58 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, r, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Pittsburgh http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-grahamparker.mp3 Mon, 28 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: Toots and the Maytals "Funky Kingston" Toots and the Maytals brought fourth Jamaican traditions in both sound and style. The album featured the song “Do the Reggay” which led to the term Reggae. The band also" made reggae versions of “Louie Louie” and John Denver’s Country Roads". 10:22 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Toots and the Maytals, Toots Hibbert, Funky Kingston, reggae http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-funkykingston.mp3 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: The Cure "The Head on the Door" The Cure’s sixth album merged their signature dark-goth and their pop sound which they achieved with later albums. The Head On The Door shows the band experimenting with different sylings and arrangements. This album gave them their first big success in America, reaching #59 on the Billboard album charts. 9:47 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, The Cure, cure, Robert Smith, Brian Siewiorek http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-headonthedoor.mp3 Thu, 27 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: Sam Cooke "Night Beat" Sam Cooke recorded “Night Beat” in three nights in February of 1963. The album features keyboardist Billy Preston, then at the age of 16. Cooke was given the chance to return to his gospel roots while recording this album. 9:31 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Sam Cooke, Night Beat, Billy Preston, Soul Music http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-nightbeat.mp3 Thu, 13 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: Moby "Play" After becoming a popular DJ, and the success of his first few techno albums, Moby makes one of his most diverse albums. Here he strays from strictly eclectronica and blends elements of rock, blues, gospel and hip-hop, and even plays every instrument on the album. 9:04 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discmentary, Moby, Play, Alan Lomax, Brian Siewiorek http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-play.MP3 Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: Feist "The Reminder" Headed by a commercially successful single, Feist’s third solo album is already being deemed as an instant classic. It was recorded in France with her longtime collaborator, Gonzales. 9:11 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Feist, The Reminder, Leslie Feist, Brian Siewiorek http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-thereminder.mp3 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: The Who "The Who Sell Out" British rock legends The Who made their third album as an homage to Radio London. To give the album more of a “corporate” feel, they added in commercials here and there, with the album cover showing the band plugging product like Heinz Baked Beans. 8:33 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, The Who, The Who Sell Out, Sell Out, Pete Townshend, Roger Daltrey, Keith Moon, John E http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-thewhosellout.mp3 Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: Tori Amos "Under the Pink" Mostly recorded in a hacienda in New Mexico, “Under the Pink” is Tori Amos second solo album. Even more piano-focused than her first, it features the singles “God” and “Cornflake Girl”. 7:58 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Tori Amos, Under the Pink, Trent Reznor, Brian Siewiorek http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-underthepink.mp3 Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: Loretta Lynn "Van Lear Rose" Lynn had been performing for more than 40 years before releasing “Van Lear Rose”. The album was produced by White Stripes guitarist Jack White, who was also the band leader in the recordings 9:25 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Loretta Lynn, Jack White, Van Lear Rose, Brian Siewiorek http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-vanlearrose.mp3 Sun, 17 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: Sam Phillips "Martinis and Bikinis" Getting her start in the Christian music community, Sam Phillips left after a dispute with her label at the time. She signed with Virgin Records in 1989. “Martinis and Bikinis”, her fourth solo album was produced by her future husband T-Bone Burnett. 8:54 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, discumentary, sam phillips, martinis and bikinis, t bone burnett http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-martinisandbikinis.mp3 Fri, 11 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: The Verve "Urban Hymns" Considered by many to be one of the most influential albums of the nineties, Urban Hymns remains timeless in content. Despite internal struggles, drug addictions and a large lawsuit against the Rolling Stones, The Verve were able to create an album with grand atmosphere and true sense of purpose. 7:31 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, The Verve, urban hymns, richard ashcroft, brian siewiorek http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-urbanhymns.mp3 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: Tom Petty "Wildflowers" Produced by Rick Rubin, Tom Petty’s second solo album, “Wildflowers” was certified three times platinum in 1995. Critics praised the album, albeit being almost an hour long. Petty won his first Grammy for his performance of “You Don’t Know How It Feels”. 7:36 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, discumentary, tom petty, wildflowers, rick rubin http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-wildflowers.mp3 Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: Kirsty MacColl "Tropical Brainstorm" Disappointed with the music industry and recovering from a divorce, Kirsty MacColl, took six years off before recording “Tropical Brainstorm”. During her break, she spent a lot of time in Cuba and Brazil, which inspired the albums many tropical influences. 7:43 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Kirsty MacColl, Kirsty Mac Coll, Tropical Brainstorm http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-tropicalbrainstorm.mp3 Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: Van Morrison "Astral Weeks" The former lead singer of Them released his second solo album which became a favorite of critics. The album was recorded in two days in a New York City studio and was ranked as the 19th greatest album of all time, according to Rolling Stone Magazine. 8:28 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Van Morrison, Astral Weeks http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-astralweeks.mp3 Mon, 19 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: Ben Folds Five "Ben Folds Five" Even though they were a trio, the Ben Folds Five formed in North Carolina and released this as their debut. It bridged the gap between piano rock and alternative rock, and paving the way for their breakout success. 7:34 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Ben Folds, Ben Folds Five, Ben Folds 5 http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-benfoldsfive.mp3 Mon, 26 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: They Might Be Giants "Flood" John Linnell and John Flansburgh had their breakout success with their major label debut. The biggest hit off the album, “Istanbul (Not Constantinople)”, was actually a cover, but their take on it fits in with the rest of the album. Flood is their best selling album to date. 7:21 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, They Might Be Giants, Flood, John Linnell, John Flansburgh, Brian Siewiorek http://podcasts.wyep.org/DI-FLOOD.MP3 Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: Tom Waits "Swordfishtrombones" His record label considered this album much stranger than his previous albums so they dropped Tom Waits and he took his work elsewhere. Island Records signed him and released the album in 1983 to a warm reception from fans and critics. Known for the varieties of percussion and horn experimentation, “Swordfishtrombones” was the genesis of Waits’ signature sound. 8:35 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Tom Waits, Swordfishtrobones http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-swordfishtrombones.mp3 Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: Creedence Clearwater Revival "Cosmo's Factory" This was CCR’s fifth album, released around the two-year anniversary of their vinyl debut. Cosmo’s Factory was the groups peak of popularity featuring “Who’ll Stop the Rain” and an eleven-minute version of “I Heard it Through the Grapevine.” 8:00 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Cosmo's Factory, CCR, Creedence, Creedence Clearwater Revival, John F http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-ccr.mp3 Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP WYEP's Discumentary: Aretha Franklin "Lady Soul" Aretha’s third album for Atlantic records, this one includes the hits “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman” and Chain of Fools. It also reatures an impressive collection of musicians, including a young Eric Clapton. 8:26 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Aretha Franklin, Lady Soul, Eric Clapton http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-ladysoul.mp3 Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Discumentary is a look at an essential CD from the WYEP Music Library. Its been said that the Velvet Underground sold very few copies of their debut album, but everyone who bought one started a band. This album, which is considered to be one of the most influential in rock history, is ripe with experimentation and hardly sounds dated. This album launched the careers of Lou Reed and John Cale and features the art of its producer, Andy Warhol. 7:23 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Velvet Underground, Nico, Lou Reed, John Cale, Sterling Morrison, Moe http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-velvetunderground.mp3 Mon, 14 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Discumentary is a look at an essential CD from the WYEP Music Library. "Time Out of Mind" was Dylan’s 29th studio record and first album since 1990. Produced by Daniel Lanois (U2, Brian Eno) the album featured dark lyrics and more blues and country style songs. It marked a comeback for Dylan in the 90’s and spawned the hits “Lovesick” and “Not Dark Yet”. 9:47 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Bob Dylan, Time Out Out of Mind, Daniel Lanois, Brian Siewiorek http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-timeoutofmind.mp3 Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Discumentary is a look at an essential CD from the WYEP Music Library. “Little Plastic Castle” was Ani Difranco’s 8th studio album and her most commercially successful release. Tune in to hear the story behind the album and the unique artist who is considered one of the most powerful independent artists in the music world. 8:42 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discmentary, Brian Siewiorek, Ani Difranco, Little Plastic Castle http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-littleplasticcastle.mp3 Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 91.3fm WYEP Discumentary is a look at an essential CD from the WYEP Music Library. When Ray Charles set out to record an album of country songs, his record label though he was crazy. Charles proved them all wrong when “Modern Sounds in Country & Western Music”, became a hit. It gave Charles the crossover success he needed, eventually making him a household name. 8:04 podcast, podcasting, podcaster, public radio, wyep, 91.3fm wyep, Pittsburgh, Discumentary, Brian Siewiorek, Ray Charles, Modern Sounds, country http://podcasts.wyep.org/di-modernsounds.mp3 Mon, 18 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400