For the Record

a music podcast in which we discuss one recent album at a time

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For the Record #250: Voxtrot's "Dreamers in Exile"

It's our LAST-EVER episode of "For the Record" -- we're retiring the show after 250 episodes. Thank you for listening!

Voxtrot's second LP in 19 years not only lives up to the high standards of their first incarnation, but brings a level of wisdom and musical experimentation that shows how they've grown. It was a delight to discuss "Dreamers in Exile" on our last-ever "For the Record," episode #250.

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2026-03-15-ftr-episode-250-voxtrot-dreamers-in-exile.mp3

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For the Record #249: Twisted Teens' "Blame the Clown"

New Orleans duo Twisted Teens mixes country-fried garage punk with pedal steel and a unique vocal style. We discuss their second album, "Blame the Clown," on episode #249 of "For the Record," our penultimate episode!

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2026-03-01-ftr-episode-249-twisted-teens-blame-the-clown.mp3

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For the Record #248: Vegas Water Taxi's "Long Time Caller, First Time Listener"

London alt-country rockers Vegas Water Taxi tackle breakups and the absurdity of modern life with clever lyrics, tight instrumentals, and polished production. We discuss "Long Time Caller, First Time Listener" on episode #248 of "For the Record."

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2026-02-16-ftr-episode-248-vegas-water-taxi.mp3

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For the Record #247: Dove Ellis' "Blizzard"

Irish singer Dove Ellis' powerful, emotive voice has drawn comparisons to Jeff Buckley and Freddy Mercury, but he has a songwriting style all his own. We discuss his debut album, "Blizzard," on episode #247 of "For the Record."

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2026-02-01-ftr-episode-247-dove-ellis-blizzard.mp3

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For the Record #246: Dry Cleaning's "Secret Love"

Dry Cleaning expand their idiosyncratic sound on their third LP, creating fuller and more accessible songs. We discuss their third album, "Secret Love," on episode #246 of For the Record.

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2026-01-19-ftr-episode-246-dry-cleaning-secret-love.mp3

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For the Record #245: Snocaps' Self-Titled LP

Katie Crutchfield of Waxahatchee and her twin sister, Allison Crutchfield, join forces with MJ Lenderman and Brad Cook to create Snocaps, a collaboration that brings out the best of all their talents. We discuss their self-titled album on episode #245 of For the Record.

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2026-01-04-ftr-episode-245-snocaps-snocaps.mp3

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For the Record #244: Ea Othilde's "I Will Not Be Like That"

Norwegian singer-songwriter Ea Othilde pares her emotive voice with a variety of styles and instrumentation to create a debut record that seems wise beyond its years. We discuss "I Will Not Be Like That" in depth on episode #244 of "For the Record."

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2025-12-07-ftr-episode-244-ea-othilde-i-will-not-be-like-that.mp3

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For the Record #243: Tigers and Flies' "Expanded Play"

The fast, dense, horn-heavy post-punk of Manchester's Tigers and Flies is a joyful breath of fresh air. We discuss their second LP, "Expanded Play," in depth on episode #243 of "For the Record."

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2025-11-29-ftr-episode-243-tigers-and-flies-expanded-play.mp3

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For the Record #242: Snooper's "Worldwide"

The second album from Nashville's Snooper combines their joyful, inclusive punk energy with the creative production of John Congleton. We discuss "Worldwide" in-depth on episode #242 of "For the Record.

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2025-11-09-ftr-episode-242-snooper-worldwide.mp3

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For the Record #241: CMAT's "Euro-Country"

Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, who goes by CMAT, is an Irish singer-songwriter who wraps self-effacing humor, fantastic vocals, and catchy melodies into pop songs with country elements. We discuss "Euro-Country" on episode #241 of "For the Record."

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2025-10-05-ftr-episode-241-cmat-euro-country.mp3

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For the Record #240: The Beths' "Straight Line Was a Lie"

The Beths’ fourth album expands their catchy, earnest sound: songs spread out, get stripped down, even explore the darkness. We discuss “Straight Line Was a Lie” on episode #240 of For the Record.

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2025-09-20-ftr-episode-240-the-beths-straight-line-was-a-lie.mp3

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For the Record #239: Greg Freeman's "Burnover"

On his second album, breakout singer-songwriter Greg Freeman creates ambitious, genre-defying songs with a spontaneous, live feel. We discuss “Burnover” on episode #239 of “For the Record.”

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2025-09-07-ftr-episode-239-greg-freeman-burnover.mp3

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For the Record #238: Alex G's "Headlights"

Alex G's 10th album is warm, welcoming, continually surprising, and retains his quirky personality despite major label polish. We discuss "Headlights" in-depth on episode #238 of "For the Record."

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2025-08-10-ftr-episode-238-alex-g-headlights.mp3

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For the Record #237: Panic Shack's Self-Titled Debut

We've been waiting 2+ years for Panic Shack's first record, after we saw their excellent live show at South by Southwest in 2023 (photos above). It was worth the wait: Funny, catchy, tight guitar rock that will cause you to hear "VAPE! PHONE! KEYS! LIP GLOSS!" in your head all day. We discuss it in-depth in episode #237 of "For the Record."

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2025-07-27-ftr-episode-237-panic-shack-panic-shack.mp3

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For the Record #236: Water Machine's "God Park"

Water Machine is made up of veteran Glasgow musicians who have recorded a fun, upbeat debut album that doesn't take itself too seriously. We discuss "God Park" in-depth on episode #236 of "For the Record."

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2025-07-12-ftr-episode-236-water-machine-god-park.mp3

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For the Record #235: Artificial Go's "Musical Chairs"

On their second album, Cincinnati-based Artificial Go bring playful, creative energy and a fun, joyful sound. We discuss it in-depth on episode #235 of "For the Record."

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2025-06-28-ftr-episode-235-artificial-go-musical-chairs.mp3

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For the Record #234: Ribbon Skirt's "Bite Down"

n their debut album, Montreal-based Ribbon Skirt tackle themes of indigenous identity with a 90s throwback sound. We discuss it in-depth on episode #234 of "For the Record."

Episode link: https://fortherecordpodcast.com/podcasts/media/2025-06-01-ftr-episode-234-ribbon-skirt-bite-down.mp3

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