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Only Three Lads - Classic Alternative Music Podcast

O3L Media
Record Store Day 2024
Vinyl Records
Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame
Dramarama
The Promise
Blur
10,000 Maniacs
The Smiths
The Pixies
Monkees
Weezer
When In Rome
1980s Music
Acetone
Kate Bush
Iggy and the Stooges
The Beatles
Billy Bragg
Bebop Deluxe
Music History

Only Three Lads is a lively podcast celebrating the Golden Age of Alternative Music from the '70s, '80s & '90s. Join Uncle Gregg, Brett Vargo, and a variety of ”Third Lads” as we share our Top Fives, stories, and news about the music we love, and have a lot of fun along the way! Whether you‘re into indie, punk, new wave, Britpop, power pop, synth pop, shoegaze, grunge...or whatever...there is goin... more

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Latest Episodes

It's the darkest, most spiteful O3L yet!

Thanks to an expected guest standing us up at the last minute, after 322 episodes of musical positivity, this week it's all about pushing each other's musical hot buttons. We each curate a list of five songs... more

"The merit in action lies in finishing it to the end." - Genghis Khan

Well, you'll definitely want to finish this six pack to the end, because this week it's all about Meritorio in action. That is, Meritorio Records, the splendid Madrid-based recor... more

What the world needs now...is O3L, sweet O3L!

The lads are joined by guitarist/vocalist duo Eric McFadden and Kate Vargas — collectively known as Sgt. Splendor — to count down the top five songs this messed-up world needs right now. The conversation... more

BIFF! This week, we're focusing on Album 1-2 punches...that is, albums where the first two songs knock you out.

BANG! Our Third Lad is Ben Crum from long-running Elephant 6 band Great Lakes.

POW! More than 25 years and eight records on from Grea... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Finn
Musician, guest on episode greeting
Split Enz
Episode: O3L Presents: Weekend Six Pack, Vol. 30 - Meritorio in Action
Eric McFadden
Guitarist/vocalist of Sgt. Splendor
Sgt. Splendor
Episode: E322 - Sgt. Splendor's Eric McFadden & Kate Vargas - Top 5 Songs This Messed-Up World Needs Right Now
Kate Vargas
Guitarist/vocalist of Sgt. Splendor
Sgt. Splendor
Episode: E322 - Sgt. Splendor's Eric McFadden & Kate Vargas - Top 5 Songs This Messed-Up World Needs Right Now
Ben Crum
Musician, Great Lakes
Great Lakes
Episode: E321 - Great Lakes’ Ben Crum - Top 5 Album 1-2 Punches
Andrew Rieger
From Elf Power
Elf Power
Episode: E321 - Great Lakes’ Ben Crum - Top 5 Album 1-2 Punches
Peter Pepper
Electropunk pioneer, multimedia creator, world-traveling storyteller
Independent/Artist
Episode: O3L Presents: Weekend Six Pack, Vol. 29 - Daylight Ravings Time - feat. Peter Pepper
Frank Boscoe
Member of The Ekphrastics; also involved with Vehicle Flips and The Gazetteers; author of poetry collection Tiny Delivery Robots All Over Campus
The Ekphrastics; Vehicle Flips; Gazetteers
Episode: E320 - Frank Boscoe (The Ekphrastics, Vehicle Flips, Wimp Factor 14) - Top 5 "One and Done"
Chuck Granata
Jazz88 radio host and author, Sinatra restoration expert
KSDS San Diego, Sessions with Sinatra
Episode: E319 - Chuck Granata - Top 5 Alternative Crooners
Lucas Ward
Singer-songwriter, member of The Silver Snails
The Silver Snails
Episode: E318 - The Silver Snails' Lucas Ward - Top 5 Elliott Smith Songs

Hosts

Uncle Gregg
Host known for his deep knowledge of alternative music and engaging style, providing insights and humorous anecdotes about the genre and its history.
Brett Vargo
Co-host recognized for his analytical approach to music and engaging discussions about various albums and trends in the alternative scene.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 91 ratings
  • Cool and fun!!

    Such deep knowledge of alternative music… and tons of laughs and research!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah marian
    United Statesa year ago
  • Super Dudes to Chat With!

    As a guest on Only 3 Lads, it was a perfect visit for me as guest. Never a dull lull moment with Uncle Gregg the mystery man and Brett the talking book ))) A real treat! Thanks for sharing music and spotlighting my new book👍🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Debra Cohen MUSIC
    United States2 years ago
  • I love these guys

    Witty, irreverent, informative and entertaining! What’s not to like? I’ve learned so much about the music I love and found myself wanting to hang out with Uncle Greg and Brett and drink beer with great music on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Buckeroo_Bonsai
    United States2 years ago
  • Funny guys with underrated songs/bands getting shoutouts

    Deep knowledge of the musical canon and charming funny guys all around. Also there’s lots of great deep cut recs coming from this show. Always a fun listen - keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DoctorRobertSF
    United States3 years ago
  • Drawn in from the start

    This was my first time listening to Brett and Gregg of Only Three Lads. I was engaged from the start of the conversation and they never lost me for entire hour and half. Their guests were insightful, informative and entertaining. I too was a young adult in the 1980's and some of my fondest memories revolve around the music of that era. Thank you Brett and Gregg for a fun-filled show that I will continue frequent, as I now have some music homework to do and look forward to leaning more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robin's I Phone 7
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Many reviews mention the nostalgic aspect of the content, connecting the music discussed to their personal experiences from earlier decades.
Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions and humor provided by the hosts, often highlighting the deep knowledge of alternative music they share.
The variety of themes and guest appearances enrich the listening experience, introducing many to lesser-known tracks and artists.
Overall, the podcast is described as highly entertaining and educational, making it a suggested listen for anyone who loves alternative music.

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E321 - Great Lakes’ Ben Crum - Top 5 Album 1-2 Punches
Q: How do you approach sequencing when you're finishing a record with multiple collaborators?
He describes a deliberate, on-purpose process where the sequencing serves the story of the album, including the use of instrumentals for breathers and the influence of collaborators' input with care but ultimately trusting his own vision.
E321 - Great Lakes’ Ben Crum - Top 5 Album 1-2 Punches
Q: What makes a successful opening two tracks on an album?
Ben emphasizes strong opener and a second track that either reinforces or pivots the album's direction, creating a compelling early sense of the record's identity.
E321 - Great Lakes’ Ben Crum - Top 5 Album 1-2 Punches
Q: Can you give listeners an abridged history of you, Great Lakes, and how you wound up in the Elephant 6 scene?
Ben explains moving to Athens in 1996, meeting key peers, and how the scene organically formed partnerships without it being a formal movement, leading to collaborations and the later projects with Elephant 6 connections.
E318 - The Silver Snails' Lucas Ward - Top 5 Elliott Smith Songs
Q: So Lucas, are you in Italy right now?
No, I'm actually in Berkeley, California.
O3L Presents: Weekend Six Pack, Vol. 28 - Bullseye! with Nicole Laurenne (The Darts, Black Viiolet)
Q: Can you tell us a bit about your latest album?
Nicole discusses the Halloween Love Songs album and its duality in theme, catering to both kitschy and darker aspects of Halloween.

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Lively discussions celebrate the Golden Age of Alternative Music from the '70s to the '90s, encompassing various subgenres such as indie, punk, new wave, Britpop, and grunge. Episodes often feature engaging conversations about the hosts' top album and song picks, bolstered by personal anecdotes and humorous banter. The inclusion of diverse special guests, often from the music industry, enhances the exploration of topics like influential albums and unique musical pathways, making it a vibrant space for both music enthusiasts and casual listeners.

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1. Tim Finn
2. Eric McFadden
3. Kate Vargas
4. Ben Crum
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6. Peter Pepper
7. Frank Boscoe
8. Chuck Granata

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