stream/dlitunesstitcherfeedhttps://workmke.bandcamp.com/album/strictly-cruisnJosh is out this week. The band WORK returns for a Labor Day weekend tour and Protonic Reversal appearance, their new record Stricly Cruis'n is out and that means it's time to get loose and talk about such things as:-Kavi's move to Austin and his annoyance at traffic and delight at Queso-ZAGNUT!-Shane Hochstetler and Steven Drozd-more Zagnut-The story behind Strictly Cruis'n and the art by Jason Abele-ZZ Top and Jazz records-Where does Taco Bell get their food ideas/The Burger King on Brown Deer Road-band or fashion label?-end album jams-Current affairs/politics/etc.-Pronunciation is key.-Joe shaved! To match the pictures of the band closer.-Night Dentist-One of the most memorable shows Jeff has ever seen... at Landmark Lanes, a bowling alley.A lot of songs are played off of the new record and good times are had.songs played:WORK - Whiskey Whiskey WhiskeyWORK - As It Turns Out, He Didn't Actually Have TuberculosisWORK - Everybody Loves Me Like the Hole in My HeadWORK - (...Somebody Loves Me...)WORK - Jesus Diapered Our SinsWORK - Mr Tall OctopusShellac - End of Radio (Closing Theme)

Protonic Reversal is on the air! Tonight we have Sam Coomes of Quasi. Tune on in thar pardner: http://www.radionope.com

Protonic Reversal is on the air! Tonight we have noneother than J.D. Pinkus of Butthole Surfers, Melvins and Honky. Sure to be a fantastic time, join us at [url]radionope.com[/url]

stream/dlitunesstitcherfeedHowdy there, friends and well-wishers of the Protonic Reversal, and welcome to another fine program! On this episode, Conan and Josh got to chat with Sam Coomes of Quasi! We talked of so many things:Interview begins at 10:53-recording with Jon Spencer-the Roxichord-contrasting music and lyrics-playing in a two piece, and solo-consistant learning-being ill-prepared to start a tour-the timing of switching keyboard patches-playing with Jandek-the three B s: Ballads, blues, and brutal-not being a session man-playing favorites and covers in the set-the Takeovers-keeping Quasi fresh and why-learning how not to resent the popular back catalog-Hot Shit!/writing political songs during œShock & Awe -keeping honest in songwriting-musical rapport and confidence-the role of a producer-having confidence in your vessel on tour-being where you were trying to get to

New Protonic Reversal starts right now with Mr. Steve Albini of Shellac, Big Black, Rapeman, Electrical Audio (what's that?), etc. Tune in at: http://www.radionope.com

stream/dlitunesstitcherfeedIt s Jeff Pinkus of Butthole Surfers, Melvins, and Honky! It s an episode of Protonic Reversal.What more do you need to know?ok, ok ¦Greetings protonic friends, time again for a thrilling new episode of Protonic Reversal. Today is Mr. J.D. Pinkus of Butthole Surfers fame, he also plays in the Mighty Melvins, Honky and has recently released a solo banjo record called: Keep on the Grass. Interview starts at: 14:40Conan and Jeff talk about the following topics:-Keep on the Grass, the story behind it and the involvement of Danny Barnes (bad livers)-different sequences for different formats-the concept of the full length In general-the cassette comeback-Pinkus Abortion Technician-joining up with Buzz and Dale because of Jared s impending fatherhood-picking BHS songs for a Melvin s set-Paul Leary songs-the incredible depth of the Melvin s catalog.-different lyrical approaches.-John Prine-lots of headphone listening of Chicho music-live interpretations of Melvin s songs and arranging the songs for two basses.-playing with Steven McDonald-bringing the œcreepy old man vibe to the Melvins.-playing bass with fingers (a study in contrasts!)-using a Dark Glass amp from finland-opening for Sleep with a banjo set-432 tuning frequency-playing Rebel Girl by Bikini Kill in Melvins w/Teri Gender Bender-Daddy Longhead, Skinny Leonard, then Honky-the double edged sword of Butthole Surfers not listing credits in the records-Playing with Helios Creed on Activated Condition and the journey of making that into a record.-half machine lip moves talk-trash talk about Lenny Kravitz-On joining the Butthole Surfers and making those classic records.-drugs and cycles.-Buzz doesn t do drugs and probably shouldn t.-the Butthole Surfers chapter of œOur Band Could Be Your Life is total bullshit.-working with John Paul Jones on Indepdnent Worm saloon and playing banjo on œballad of naked men while he plays bass!-Being a mixture of Steve Martin and Dean Martin.-banjo as a songwriting tool.-Doing covers.-Hairway to Steven, pictographs haven t translated well for the iTunes age.-taping fire ants to cardboard and sending them to Chicago œa Texas Trip -cockroach snuff movies with Jem Cohen-talking with Ian Mackaye about weed expenditures-Double Live BHS, a self released bootleg.-P.S.Y.-is it wrong to be weirded out by the fans of your band?-The band name Honky, and how that can (and has been) misconstrued. Different times and all.

stream/dlitunesstitcherfeedWell hey, hey there Protonic Reversal devotees. Time for another episode, Steve Albini is back with us after a 106 episode break. Conan and Steve talk about:-Steve inadvertently ruining the œperfect run of 9 continuous guests for the 100th episode of Protonic Reversal (not out of malice)-Winning the World Series of Poker (and why that might not be as impressive as it sounds)-Why recording records is still satisfying.-Fluffy coffee shop-A story of two competing magic shops-Thoughts on the internet equalizing things for music.-How this helps those passionate about music as opposed to those passionate about profit.-The hive mind as a filter.-The internet as a discovery tool for lost art.-Nick Drake s mother.-Pegboy play South America-Streaming Services and the next logical progression of decentralization.- œhow do you stop something that doesn t store anything? -Longevity in studios = flexibility-dislike of meritocracy as a term.-the value of record stores are the maniacs that work there-On hating nostalgia the first time-On the lack of appreciation of nuance and allegory in past compositions-Specifically: Prayer to God-Appropriation of past art and public figures for political end-the mind opening power of punk rock-You don t make anything better by assuming your audience is stupid and dumbing down-Kindred spirits with the devout.-Making records with people who also record at home or in unorthodox ways.-Who gets told œno ?-Fleetwood Mac (and the like) helped create punk rock-Overdubs and Harmonies, and how they can be life lessons.-Who would Steve most like to record?-Rerecording In Color by Cheap Trick-The End of Radio is the end theme song for Protonic Reversal, the ideas behind the song.

Listened this morning, and enjoyed. A fair chunk I gnashed teeth at but definitely in a good way.

We are live with Bob Bert of Sonic Youth, Pussy Galore, Lydia Lunch Retrovirus, Jon Spencer & the HITmakers and tons more tune in: http://www.radionope.com

Ep128-Bob Bertstream/dlitunesstitcherfeedWell, hello there! Guess what? You bet it's another episode of Protonic Reversal! This week, Conan and Josh talked with the legendary Bob Bert, drummer for Lydia Lunch Retrovirus, Jon Spencer and the HITmakers, Pussy Galore, Sonic Youth, and many more! We talked about:-Touring more than ever before-Playing shows with Jon Spencer again-Getting the proper junk for the kit-Starting the tour without knowing the songs-Meeting Pussy Galore-The guitar skills of Jon Spencer-The night-and-day difference between the HITmakers and Retrovirus-The dream gig with Lydia Lunch-The encyclopaedic Weasel Walter-Getting to know the Melvins-Hearing protection-Bad Moon Rising-Setting up the first Sonic Youth European tour-The historical wonder of Youtube-Being there for the glory days of Max's and CBGB-Playing a better Nature Scene than Jim Sclavunos-Bewitched opening for SY on the Goo tour-The Action Swingers and the Chrome CranksAs always, if you like the show and want to get the episodes sooner, ]subscribing costs nothing and gets them to you sooner. ok! PSA over.Craig Wedren up next.