The Grunge Bible Podcast

Chris and Ethan continue down the path of 90s indie rock by taking a look at Built To Spill’s 1999 studio album “Keep It like a Secret.” Long live Doug Martsch. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

This week, Chris and Ethan dive into the world of J Mascis and Dinosaur Jr., reviewing DJ’s 1994 studio album “Without A Sound.” Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

This week, Chris and Ethan look back on the summer and share the music that comprised their heavy rotation. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

This week, Chris and Ethan discuss a Fab Four of albums that have anniversaries this month, Alice in Chains’ “Facelift,” Pearl Jam’s “Ten” and “No Code,” and Queens of the Stone Age’s “Songs For The Deaf.” Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

This week, Chris and Ethan share an old conversation about Alice in Chains' debut album "Facelift," released 36 years ago this week. This conversation originally appeared on the GB Pod on August 19, 2021 as Episode 23 of the show, back when Chris and Ethan had bad microphones, were both still in their twenties, and had seemingly higher voices. How time flies. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

On August 5, 2016, Chris and Ethan saw Pearl Jam live for the first time. It was the band’s first show at Fenway Park in Boston. On this week’s episode, Chris and Ethan take a look back to that first show ten years later. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

This week on the show, Chris and Ethan discuss the final Soundgarden album following some information Matt Cameron recently shared. The pair also pay homage to Jennifer Finch, who passed away last month. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

All questions have answers, and this week Chris and Ethan provide some of them. Listen as they discuss desert island beers, favorite movies, the impact of deceased musicians, Olivia Rodrigo, Alice in Chains, and much more. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

July 20 is an important day on the calendar, marking Chris Cornell's birthday, and the anniversary of Chester Bennington's death. Chris would be 62 today, and Chester's been nine years gone today. Listen along as Chris and Ethan reflect on those two, celebrate Stone Gossard's and Santana's birthdays, and discuss some local radio news. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

This week, Chris and Ethan depart from the ~grunge~ scene and mark the 41st anniversary of the Live Aid benefit show by sharing some thoughts on two of the notable performances of the day: U2 and Led Zeppelin. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

Back in the saddle after a one week sabbatical, Chris and Ethan discuss their recent hangs and essentially bullshit for 30 minutes, talking music, shows, foods, beers, and brothers. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

Scheduling issues have inhibited the ability to record a fresh episode at GB HQ, so for this week, take a trip down memory lane with a reissued episode - originally published in August 2024 as Episode 178 - all about Nirvana's debut album "Bleach." This album just turned 37 this month. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

This week on the show, Chris and Ethan remember Oliver Tree, who passed away earlier this month at age 32. While outside of the normal genre, Chris and Ethan both listened quite heavily and spend time reflecting on their relationship with his music in this episode. Later, the pair kick it over to some old friends for some Knicks talk. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

This week on the show, Chris and Ethan are joined by Ben Berdous, frontman of the Norwegian Tundra Rock band Slomosa. Listen along as Ben discusses his history in music, touring experiences, creative process, influences, and much more. Slomosa are one of the best bands in the game right now, and it was a pleasure to chat with him. Catch Slomosa this summer on the European festival circuit, or in the fall on a U.S. tour in support of Clutch. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

This week, Chris and Ethan present the first ever book review in GB Pod history with a discussion of Kim Thayil’s new memoir "A Screaming Life: Into the Superunknown with Soundgarden and Beyond.” The book is out everywhere June 9th. Reserve your copy today. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

Is an impromptu Foo Fighters Summer loading? Maybe! This week on the show, Chris and Ethan take a dive into the Foos’ second studio album “The Colour And The Shape,” released in May 1997. Listen along as the pair review the album the GB Way. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

Summertime’s here and people still love lists, so Chris and Ethan are back this week to craft a perfect playlist for summer 2026. This has become a GB tradition, so listen along as they go song by song and weave together the soundtrack to the summer. Check out the playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3xbypeoqJUyHPi3yFgOvkD?si=FvpDNVXJQue7Yx_bpxFHDA&pi=5B2aOf5FQR2-0 Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

In this week’s episode, Chris and Ethan each share their ten favorite Chris Cornell vocal performances. Nine years gone, loved forever. We all miss you Chris. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

This week, Chris and Ethan take a dive into Soundgarden’s second studio album “Louder Than Love,” released in 1989. Listen along as they discuss the album song-by-song. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/

Little bit of a deload week at GB HQ, as Chris and Ethan take a breather from album reviews to answer some questions. Topics include interview guests, beer, more beer, QOTSA, Dinosaur Jr., and more. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/