We Are Weezer

Rachel & Juliet discuss Weezer's first guitar solo-less single from 2008's self titled Red album. Rivers Cuomo recently put out a new single, Medicine For Melancholy produced (allegedly) by AJR, and the Black Album might not come out 5/25/18 as expected. Song Discussion, review, & ratings, followed by a quick Weezer Confession. Thank you for listening & keep it Weezy. 

A woo hoo hoo! We made it to the big 2-0! Each tenth anniversary WAW will do something special; and this time they decided to talk about Weezer's first bassist, Matt Sharp. Before jumping into Matt's life and music, Amy & Rachel catch up on Rivers Cuomo's second live acoustic show which Rachel attended at the Hi Hat in LA. SO GOOD! Next, they chit chat about movies etc. Then the good stuff. Join them on a quick journey through time as they give a few highlights of Matt's life, music, and current events, ending the show with The Rentals' Elon Musk Is Making Me Sad song discussion.

El Scorcho! We knew this was a special song, but didn't know it would turn out to be such a special episode. Amy, Juliet, & Rachel fill you in on all of the details of this iconic (& controversial?) song beloved by Weezer fans. Song discussion, ratings, and last but certainly not least, an interview with lead singer Braxton of the Weezer cover band, El Scorcho. We hope you'll fall in love all over again with this awesome song... =W= 

This Wednesday Rachel is joined by a guest co-host Adam, there is a fun El Scorcho announcement, and Scott gives us breaking news on the upcoming Black Album from an interview at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Ceremony where the Cars were finally inducted and Scott performed with them. This is our first Weezer Demo/ Rivers solo song. It is jam packed. Weez on Weezers!   

Juliet & Rachel fill you in on Weezer's White Album closing track, Endless Bummer. Song discussion, ratings, & ramblings included! With its Beach Boys-esque sound, topped by a classic Rivers guitar solo, and co-writers Brian Bell & Beatles super-fan Luther Russell, this song is definitely NOT a bummer! Thanks for listening! =W=

HO HO HO! Merry Weezmas! The WAW Crew wish everyone a happy holiday and a super awesome new year! R & R kick off the show with a little current events discussion and their three fav Christmas songs. They discuss Weeezer's Christmas Celebration and check out Juliet's blinding garage. Juliet spotlights Weezer's generous contributions to charities over the years. Be sure to check the website for more info! THANK YOU SO MUCH for your support so far. See you next year! =W=

Take us back, back to the shack, back to the Strat with the lightning strap! Rick & Rachel welcome, introduce, and interview one of two new WAW crew members - Ali! Next they discuss Weezer's (comeback) single from their (comeback?) album, Everything Will Be Alright In The End. Then they wrap it up at Amy's garage with some EWBAITE trivia!   

Rachel and Rick take a trip to Weezer's self titled 2008 release, AKA The Red Album, and discuss Heart Songs. Heart Songs is one of those songs that makes us reflect and reminisce. Track #4, melodic, and chill, and on one of Weezer's more interesting albums, it stands out as a winner and holds up today. Juliet takes us to her garage and we discuss, compare, and contrast our heart songs with Rivers'.    

Alright guys, we waited and waited, and it is finally here! Pacific Daydream, Weezer's latest album dropped October 27th, 2017 and we love it! We already talked about half of the album, but Amy was in town and we couldn't wait to discuss. Thanks for listening!    

Listener's Choice! You voted and we listened! Before they talk Hash Pipe, Rick and Rachel ramble and gush about the Amoeba Hollywood and Venice Beach house shows that they were able to attend November 1st & 2nd, 2017. Welcome Ali and Kristina!! Our new graphic designers and friends. Hash Pipe discussion & rating, then off to Amy's garage. Amy takes us through her list of 11 Weezer songs covered by other artists. Some good, some not so much. Thanks for listening!

On this week’s wonderful episode, Rachel and Rick discuss the upcoming Amoeba show as well as their Halloween intentions before jumping into a discussion of Pinkerton’s “Why Bother?”. We join Juliet in her Garage where she waxes philosophical on the Gemini astrological sign as it pertains to the two covers Weezer has been playing live lately, “I Took a Pill In Ibiza”, and “Hey Ya”.

Rick & Rachel catch up on life, Weezer's two new singles, Beach Boys & Weekend Woman, and give a shout out to Weezer cover band, Weezerton. Love Explosion song discussion & ratings follow. R & R touch on Rivers' relationship with the fans at the time and how it contrasts to today. Juliet & Amy take us to the garage and tell us all about their experience seeing Weezer together at a famed venue, Red Rocks of Colorado where the fan club got star treatment and the vibes were good. Bonus episode to follow! Stay tuned & thanks for Listening! 

In We Are Weezer's tenth episode, Rachel & Rick discuss Weezer's greatest fans of all time, Mykel and Carli Allen. The show opens with a catch up on: Vic Mensa's Homewrecker, Villans by Queens of the Stone Age, and Nine Inch Nails love. Song discussion, and the story of Mykel and Carli follows. R & R interview fan club member Eli! Then the whole crew goes to Rachel's garage for a change.  If you made it to ten with us, thank you. If you're a new listener, thank you. We hope you enjoy this special, special, episode. Hear you me, Mykel. Hear you me, Carli. In loving memory of Mykel, Carli, & Trysta... Episode 010 Q & A We Are Weezer. Com, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, MERCH! Email: weareweezerforever@gmail.com

Rick and Rachel catch up before discussing NME's list of top ten Weezer songs. Next they rate and review Smart Girls. Smart Girls is their first song from Weezer's infamous Hurley album, and it doesn't disappoint! Amy is back and takes us to the garage. She shares interesting tidbits regarding Weezer songs named after women, everyone weighs in, and hilarity ensues. Episode 009 Q & A Listen to NME's Top Ten Weezer Songs discussed in the show! We Are Weezer. Com, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, MERCH! Email: weareweezerforever@gmail.com

In their mini episode debut, Rachel & Rick share their excitement regarding the album to be released 10/27/17, Pacific Daydream! Their first impressions of track 1 - Mexican Fender, and a brief discussion on a song that was reviewed in their first episode, Feels Like Summer, the Acoustic version!      

R & R catch up, fill you in on the plans for the future of the show, give love to their number one fan, CORY (the best #1 fan EVER), Instagram shout outs, & Black Album Watch 2017. The Futurescope Trilogy song discussion, theories, & ratings. What's next, shout out to other podcasts & we love you! & Weezer...  Episode 008 Q & A We Are Weezer. Com, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, MERCH! Email: weareweezerforever@gmail.com

Rick and Rachel open this episode with a teaser for future episodes, then go right into song discussion on the original and remix versions of Jacked Up, the ninth track on Weezer's beloved White Album. Rick declares his love for the band P.O.D., and Juliet takes us on a fun adventure into, "This Day in Weezer history!" They talk about Brian Wilson of Beach Boys fame, Material Issue, The Offspring, No Doubt, and much, much more. Come our beautiful aliens and touch us with your light; We're all Jacked Up, over you! Episode 007 Q & A! We Are Weezer. Com, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, MERCH! Email: weareweezerforever@gmail.com

In this episode Rachel and Rick chit chat about Simon and Garfunkel and the Beatles before getting down to business. Take Control is this week's song, as well as the first song off of Maladroit to be discussed by the We Are Weezer team. Episode 006 Q & A We Are Weezer. Com, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, MERCH! Email: weareweezerforever@gmail.com

Rachel and Rick talk art and discuss a song near and dear to all our hearts, Can't Stop Partying. Then Juliet takes us on a deep dive into the life of loving father and gifted rapper and musician, Lil Wayne. Prepare yourself for lots and lots of nerdiness and fun facts. You'll leave the episode loving this song from Raditude (and Alone II)! Episode 005 Q & A We Are Weezer. Com, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, MERCH! Email: weareweezerforever@gmail.com

Rick and Rachel pay homage to Chris Cornell and the Weezer Ominbus. Then they get sexy with it and discuss The Good Life from Weezer's second album, Pinkerton. Amy invites them into her garage and she relays her first impression of The Rentals' first album, Return of the Rentals. The Rentals were Matt Sharp's (at the time) side gig.