Whatcha Heard? The Last Possible Second Edition
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In this month's 'What You Heard' episode of No Filler Music Podcast, hosts Quentin and Travis dive into a dynamic mixtape of eclectic, genre-spanning tracks that showcase their deep love for obscure 90s music, nostalgic throwbacks, and unexpected surprises. The episode kicks off with a shimmering new track from Snail Mail, followed by a deep cut from The Asteroid No. 4—discovered via Christina Hendricks’ legendary DJ set—highlighting the band’s psychedelic Brit-pop charm. The hosts then journey through a sonic time capsule: a dreamy shoegaze gem from Emma Anderson’s post-Lush project, a gritty 90s alt-rock track from Poster Children, and a hypnotic trip-hop gem from the underrated duo Mono. A standout moment comes with a bold 180-degree turn into nu-metal with Mudvayne’s 'Negative One,' which surprisingly wins over the hosts despite its genre clash. The episode culminates in a comedic curveball with Ben Lapidus’s satirical rock song about PetSmart, followed by a nostalgic farewell with Martina Topley Bird’s 'Sandpaper Kisses'—a track famously featured in the 2005 game Indigo Prophecy. The episode closes with a heartfelt reflection on forgotten bands they once saw open for bigger acts, sparking a passionate idea for a future 'lost openers' episode. The energy is high, the banter is sharp, and the musical discoveries are both profound and delightfully weird.
Christina Hendricks’ DJ set introduced a hidden gem: The Asteroid No. 4, a psychedelic Brit-pop band from 1998 with cult appeal.
Mudvayne’s 'Negative One' proves that even genre-divergent tracks can land with impact when delivered with authenticity.
Ben Lapidus’s PetSmart satire is a masterclass in comedic absurdity—blending rock energy with corporate wordplay.
Martina Topley Bird’s 'Sandpaper Kisses' is a trip-hop masterpiece tied to the iconic game Indigo Prophecy, proving music and gaming can be deeply intertwined.
The hosts’ passion for forgotten bands and live music memories opens the door for a future episode on 'bands that opened for us'.
…and 3 more takeaways available in PodZeus
Opening Vibes: Snail Mail & The Asteroid No. 4
“You don't need drugs, man. You don't need it.”
Shoegaze & Dream Pop Reverie
Travis introduces a track from Emma Anderson’s post-Lush project, Mickey Berrini Trio, followed by a dreamy bassline from 'Gango'. The hosts reflect on how some songs just slip through the cracks of attention.
90s Alt-Rock & The Hum Connection
The hosts explore a playlist titled 'Hey, This Sounds Kind of Like Hum' and feature Poster Children’s 'In My Way'—a 1993 track from Champaign, Illinois, with Mark Mulcahy-esque vocals and a surprising sonic kinship to Hum.
Modern Shoegaze Meets R&B: Kalayla’s 'Idea One'
“It kind of blows me away to even try to wrap my head around like, when do you decide that a song is done and it's… and you're ready to share it with the world?”
Trip-Hop & The 90s Soundtrack
“The 90s… What the 90s produced is unreal.”
“It kind of blows me away to even try to wrap my head around like, when do you decide that a song is done and it's… and you're ready to share it with the world?”
“You don't need drugs, man. You don't need it.”
“We could do another grab bag where it's like—wouldn't it be interesting to do an episode on bands that we saw open?”
Hosts
Christina Hendricks
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Martina Topley Bird
person
The Asteroid No. 4
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Ben Lapidus
person
Indigo Prophecy
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Mitch
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Mono
other
Kalayla
other
Mudvayne
other
Poster Children
other
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