Flawless - A Music Podcast

Our Backstage Series is back! We went backstage at the Princess Theatre on the night of their first birthday show. Peach Fur joined us to nominate the electro/disco/orchestral collage that is Parcels' Day/Night. Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Because Music. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/

Special guest Joe Woolley from Alien Lane Management returns and nominates Canadian supergroup New Pornographers' third album Twin Cinema. Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Mint/Matador Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/

We're joined by Joe Woolley from Brisbane's own Alien Lane Management, as he nominates the final album from The Wrens, an album with a complicated and occasionally dark story.  Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Jagjaguwar Recordings. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/

It's not very often that we look at an album that is just one voice and one instrument, but that's exactly what Josie Spicer has nominated for us in our new episode. Moonface is just one of Spencer Krug's projects, as he combines emotionally open and forthright songwriting with haunting and stunning piano melodies. Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Jagjaguwar Recordings. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/

Connie Converse may be one of the most foundational musicians ever, a pioneer not just for women musicians, but for all musicians, and her relative anonymity is a shame and an outrage.  Learn more about her story by checking out this episode with special guest Josie, and helping us spread the word about this amazing person. Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Squirrel Thing Recordings. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/

Jimmy Eat World's fourth album may start off brash and punky, but over the course of its 11 tracks it visits a range of styles and genres. George knew it was flawless from the very first listen - will Liam and Grant agree? Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Wonderlick Records/Sony Music. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/

The boys from Alta Falls join us again to nominate an album named after the time period it was written in, twelvefour by The Paper Kites. Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Wonderlick Records/Sony Music. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/

We're joined by Nathaniel and Matthew aka Brisbane electropop duo Alta Falls, who nominate Sam Fender, and his debut album Hypersonic Missiles. Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Polyphonic Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/

Popular was Nada Surf's sole mainstream hit, but since then they've crafted a vast catalogue of beautifully crafted pop rock. Liam thinks their third album Let Go is flawless, will George and Grant agree? Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Barsuk Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/

We're joined by the boys from We Set Sail once again, as Remy nominates the dark and twisted concept album from Pedro The Lion. Will Liam, George and Grant find it flawless? Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Jade Tree Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/

Ben and Remy from Brisbane's We Set Sail join us, as Ben nominates the college rock classic Third Eye Blind, which he somehow didn't hear until 2015! Will Liam, George and Grant find it flawless? Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Elektra Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/ You can also back us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/flawlessamp

Kate Bush's fifth album was a stunningly emotional piece, unfolding over two very different sides. Her voice, the arrangements, the delicate storytelling and fierce directness combined for a magnificent work of art. George nominates it as flawless - will Liam and Grant agree? Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright EMI Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/ You can also back us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/flawlessamp

Grant takes us back to our angsty youth and nominates the UK's greatest grunge export, Bush and their debut album Sixteen Stone.  Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Trauma/Interscope Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/ You can also back us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/flawlessamp  

The Holy Bible might be one of the darkest albums we've ever covered, but when it comes to death and mortality, it's got nothing on Editors' second album, An End Has A Start. But far from being morbid or morose, Editors use their punchy dance-rock rhythms to shine a light, praising love and life and laughter as worth the trip along the way.  Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Kitchenware Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/ You can also back us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/flawlessamp

George nominates an album chock full of ideas, lyrics and music, Manic Street Preachers' unrelenting The Holy Bible. Content warning: Much like the album, this episode contains references to topics such as self-harm, suicide, eating disorders and more. If you prefer not to hear about these topics, we recommend you check out one of our other episodes. Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Epic Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/ You can also back us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/flawlessamp

In 1988, Tracy Chapman released her debut solo album, covering political and social causes, as well as love and heartbreak. Grant nominates it as a flawless album, will Liam and George agree? Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Elektra Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/ You can also back us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/flawlessamp

It's the 30th anniversary of The Lemonheads' iconic It's A Shame About Ray, and special guest Graham Ashton nominates it as flawless. Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Atlantic Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/ You can also back us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/flawlessamp

We're joined once again by Emma Dean, who nominates Tori Amos' stunning debut solo album, Little Earthquakes. Will Liam, George and Grant find it flawless? Content warning: one of the songs on the album talks about Tori Amos' rape, and we discuss the song at length. If this kind of discussion is something you prefer not to hear, please check out one of our other episodes.  Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Atlantic/East West Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/ You can also back us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/flawlessamp  

Graham 'Asho' Ashton, Director of Footstomp Music, joins us to nominate Bright Eyes' beautiful I'm Wide Awake, It's Morning, one of two albums the band released on the same day back in 2005. Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Saddle Creek Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/ You can also back us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/flawlessamp

Special guest Emma Dean joins us to nominate Alanis Morissette's 1995 classic, Jagged Little Pill. Will Liam, George and Grant find it flawless? Join our Facebook Group! In Flawless Friends and Family, you can discuss our episodes, and the albums you think are flawless.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Maverick/Reprise Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/ You can also back us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/flawlessamp