Sparkle Hard, Stephen Malkmus' seventh album with his band The Jicks, finds the indie-rock icon/god experimenting with a more "mainstream" palate, slinging some prerequisite Pavement vibes, and even recording one of the most political songs of his career. On our latest podcast, Kevin, Drew, and (Malkmus-superfan) Eduardo are dissecting the new LP to find out if Malkmus has still got "magic," or if his particular brand of indie-rock has seen it's better days. 

PLUS! Whether they're from a far-away universe or somewhere deep within your mind (it is unclear, tbh), the Austin, Texas-based Golden Dawn Arkestra is inviting YOU along on their journey with the first single from their upcoming LP, Children Of The Sun!

It’s the first podcast of 2014! On this edition, Kevin and Andre are left alone in the basement to discuss the pros and cons of Wig Out at Jagbags, the new record from indie stalwarts Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks. PLUS! The music world mourns and says goodbye to music legend and pioneer, Phil Everly.