Schizophrenic Music
A genre-jumping, decade-spanning music podcast where Craig and Kevin riff, rank, and occasionally roast their way through underrated albums, ridiculous matchups, and unexpected playlists. Expect deep cuts, rapid-fire games, trivia twists, and the ever-growing series: “The Soundtrack to…”. Zero rules. Just riffs. The Schizophrenic Music Podcast isn’t just a show — it’s a platform for sonic disobedience and musical pluralism.
Episodes
Craig and Kevin kick things off the only way they know how—with a beer in hand...well, almost. Kevin enjoys his usual brew while Craig embarks on "Dry July" with a non-alcoholic alternative. Wish him luck.
The conversation then turns to recent travels, with Kevin sharing stories from the Bahamas and Craig recounting his time in Kansas City and St. Louis, discussing the local culture, memorable music e...
This week, Craig and Kevin turn their attention to 2001, uncovering a pair of albums that may have slipped under the radar but remain worthy of rediscovery.
Craig spotlights From Here on In by South, a debut album packed with atmospheric production, melodic songwriting, and a sound that feels both distinctly of its era and surprisingly timeless. Kevin counters with Welcome by Doyle Bramhall II, a soulful an...
This week, Craig and Kevin travel back to 1963, revisiting a year dominated by hit singles and exploring what was happening beyond the top of the charts.
The guys begin by reviewing some of the year's biggest songs before turning their attention to albums they feel deserve more recognition. Kevin spotlights Back Porch Bluegrassby The Dillards, a groundbreaking release that helped expand the possibilities of...
This week, Craig and Kevin kick things off with an interesting music-industry comparison: the most acclaimed albums versus the best-selling albums. Using a list of Time Magazine's top-rated records, the guys compare critical darlings against commercial giants and explore what separates artistic acclaim from mass appeal.
From there, they dive into their featured year: 2017.
Craig spotlights Green Twins by Nic...
This week, Craig and Kevin head back to 1969, but with a twist.
After comparing notes, both hosts agreed that UFO by Jim Sullivan would have been their shared Album of the Week. Rather than doubling up, they decided to dig a little deeper and each bring a runner-up selection to the table.
Craig shines a light on Fast Fingers by Jimmy Dawkins, a blues record packed with sharp guitar work and Chicago grit. Kev...
This week, Craig and Kevin revisit 2004, a year that holds special significance for both hosts and marked the beginning of a friendship built around a shared love of music.
For their album picks, Craig spotlights LP by Ambulance LTD, a shimmering indie-rock release filled with memorable hooks, layered guitars, and the kind of songs that seemed tailor-made for the era. Kevin counters with Exhibit A by The Fe...
Craig and Kevin jump into 2016 this week with two albums that couldn’t be more different in style, but both leave a lasting impression.
Craig spotlights The Party by Andy Shauf, a beautifully crafted indie-folk record filled with intimate storytelling, subtle arrangements, and late-night atmosphere. Kevin counters with The Last Days of Oakland by Fantastic Negrito, a powerful and genre-blending releas...
Craig kicks things off this week by putting Kevin through another round of Dig It or Dump It, featuring a mix of music-related debates, random lifestyle topics, and a few curveballs that spark some strong reactions along the way.
From there, the guys move into their featured year: 2009.
Kevin spotlights For the Whole World to See by Death, the once-lost release from the pioneering Detroit band whose sound wa...
Craig and Kevin kick things off with a listener recommendation, diving into Black Monk Time by The Monks — a raw, proto-punk release from 1966 that still sounds ahead of its time.
From there, the guys jump to 2018 for their albums of the week. Kevin spotlights Cry No More by Danielle Nicole, a powerhouse blend of blues, soul, and rock. Craig counters with Chrome Neon Jesus by Teenage Wrist, delivering...
Craig and Kevin kick things off this week by diving into a couple of listener emails, sparking some early conversation before shifting into their featured year: 2013.
Craig brings Jesse Woods’ Get Your Burdens Lifted, a smooth, soulful record that blends folk, pop, and vintage textures into something quietly captivating. Kevin counters with Ricky Byrd’s Lifer, a rock-driven release packed with g...
Craig and Kevin take it back to 1971, digging into a pair of albums that showcase very different sides of the era’s sound.
Craig highlights Lee Moses’ Time and Place, a soulful, gritty release packed with raw emotion and powerful guitar work — a true hidden gem that never got its full due. Kevin follows with Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show’s self-titled debut (Dr. Hook), blending coun...
Craig and Kevin head into 1983 this week, spotlighting two albums that hit very different corners of the rock spectrum.
Kevin kicks things off with Fastway’s self-titled debut, a hard-hitting blend of bluesy riffs and arena-ready energy that helped define early ‘80s hard rock. Craig follows with Killing Joke’s Fire Dances, a darker, atmospheric release that leans into post-punk textures wh...
This week, Craig and Kevin turn their attention to 1975, digging into two albums that deserve far more love in the larger music conversation.
Craig shines a light on Burning Spear’s Marcus Garvey, a towering reggae statement packed with spiritual weight, political urgency, and some of the most powerful roots grooves of the decade. Kevin counters with Ted Lucas’ self-titled album, a beautifully u...
Craig and Kevin switch things up this week, diving straight into their albums of the week, spotlighting the year 1967 — one of the most transformative years in music history.
Craig kicks things off with Magic Sam’s West Side Soul, a blues classic that helped define the Chicago West Side sound with its smooth guitar work and emotional depth. Kevin follows with Country Joe & The Fish’s E...
This week kicks off with a little Either/Or — as Craig & Kevin throw 10 rapid-fire matchups to each other — forcing some tough decisions from a variety of topics.
From there we move onto our Overlooked / Underrated Album of the week, which comes from 1965.
Craig spotlights Kenny Dorham’s Trompeta Toccata — a sleek, minimalist jazz masterpiece that defies the era&rs...
This week kicks off with a little Either/Or: 1973 Edition, as Craig throws 10 rapid-fire matchups at Kevin — forcing some tough decisions from one of the most diverse years in music history.
And speaking of ’73… that just so happens to be the album year of the week.
Craig spotlights Baden Powell’s Solitude On Guitar — a stunning, intimate Brazilian guitar record that showcases ...
This week kicks off with a celebration — it’s Kevin’s birthday, and the guys raise a glass before diving into the music.
For their Albums of the Week, they rewind to 1998. Kevin spotlights Corey Glover’s Hymns, a soulful and deeply personal solo outing from the Living Colour frontman, while Craig showcases the power-pop weirdness of Jack Drag’s Dope Box — a crunchy,...
This week, Craig and Kevin rewind to 1985 for their albums of the week.
Kevin kicks things off with Pandemonium’s Hole in the Sky — a melodic heavy metal gem that captures the mid-‘80s underground energy without falling into cliché. Craig follows with Gene Loves Jezebel’s Immigrant, spotlighting the band’s shimmering blend of gothic rock, post-punk, and alt-pop textures that he...
This week, Craig and Kevin rewind all the way back to 1960 for their overlooked & underrated album picks. Kevin kicks things off with Rev. Gary Davis' Harlem Street Singer, a stunning gospel-blues staple, while Craig spotlights the soulful hard bop of Lou Donaldson’s Sunny Side Up.
In timely fashion, they turn their attention to the 2026 Grammy Awards, discussing recent wins, snubs, and what the a...
In this episode, Craig and Kevin travel back to 1981 — a year brimming with genre-bending breakthroughs. Craig highlights the rootsy dub rhythms of Love Joys – Reggae Vibes, while Kevin fires things up with Riot – Fire Down Under, offering a nod to Y&T – Earthshaker along the way. Their journey through the year’s sonic spectrum leads to a brief tribute to Ozzy Osbourne&rsq...
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