Light the Sky Podcast
Join us on a track-by-track, album-by-album exploration of the musical artists whose discographies spanned generations, inspired millions, and every night, lit the sky with some of the greatest stage shows seen on earth. Four not-middle-aged blokes dive into the greatest hard rock, metal, prog, and pop discographies ever to be pressed to vinyl. No interviews, no KISS talk, no filler, all killer discussion. Follow ”Light the Sky Podcast” on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook to stay up-to-date with all things LTS. LTS Website: https://lightthesky.net/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lighttheskypodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LighttheSkyPod1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightTheSkyPodcast Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lightthesky
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Episodes
Friday Aug 07, 2020
Friday Aug 07, 2020
#ESCAPE. Episode 15 covers the 1984 landmark album "Ride the Lightning" by the Bay Area trash/heavy metal band Metallica. Mark, Kevin, Alex, and Chris take you on a historical journey surrounding the album as well as share our favorites and not-so favorites from the album *ahem* Escape *ahem*. We go on a deep dive track-by-track listen of this monumental album as well as share personal stories of discovering Metallica's "Ride the Lightning." #ESCAPE
Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
For the second full-band discography of Light the Sky Podcast, we decided to cover metal legends Metallica. Episode 14 covers the 1983 landmark debut album "Kill 'em All" by the Bay Area trash/heavy metal band. Mark, Kevin, Alex, and Chris take you on a historical journey surrounding the album as well as share our favorites and not-so favorites from the album. We go on a deep dive track-by-track listen of this monumental album as well as share personal stories of discovering Metallica's "Kill 'em All." #WHIPLASH
Wednesday Jul 22, 2020
Wednesday Jul 22, 2020
Since we're in between seasons/full discographies, we decided to pick a one-off album that we won't be covering later in this special bonus episode. Bonus Episode #1 picked by our very own co-host Kevin Nadolski covers The Night Game's (Martin Johnson, formerly of Boys Like Girls) 2018 debut record. Mark, Kevin, Alex, and Chris dissect this album and share our favorites and not-so favorites from this fantastic debut 80s-infused sythnpop album from 2018. We'll have more bonus episodes to come in the future but enjoy this one-off episode before we start the Metallica full discography next week!P.S. Alex had mentioned that The Night Game was signed to Warner Bros. records? He actually meant to say Interscope.
Monday Jul 13, 2020
Monday Jul 13, 2020
A Different Kind of Lineup... The band's final studio album marks Wolfgang Van Halen's recording debut. An album consisting primarily of old re-worked demos, the band bounces back strong after their last studio album. Episode 12 covers the 2012 album "A Different Kind of Truth" by Van Halen. Alex, Kevin, and Chris take you on a historical journey surrounding the album as well as share our favorite and not-so favorite moments from the album. We go on a deep dive track-by-track listen of this album as well as share personal stories of discovering A Different Kind of Truth, seeing the band on the 07-08 tour, etc.
Tuesday Jul 07, 2020
Tuesday Jul 07, 2020
BALLOT OR THE BULLET. The band passes on Mitch Malloy and brings on ex-Extreme singer Gary Cherone as the third singer of Van Halen. Was this the right move or after hearing "How Many Say I" should Ed have taken the reigns behind the mic? Stay tuned... Episode 11 covers the 1998 album "Van Halen III" by Van Halen. Mark, Kevin, Alex, and Chris take you on a historical journey surrounding the album as well as share our favorite and not-so favorite moments from the album. We go on a deep dive track-by-track listen of this album as well as share personal stories of discovering Van Halen III, the '98 Australia pro-shot show, etc. #BALLOTORTHEBULLET
Monday Jun 29, 2020
Monday Jun 29, 2020
THE GREATEST GUITAR TONE OF ALL TIME. Episode 10 covers the 1995 album Balance by Van Halen. Mark, Kevin, Alex, and Chris take you on a historical journey surrounding the album as well as share our favorite and not-so favorite moments from the album. We go on a deep dive track-by-track listen of this album as well as share personal stories of discovering Balance, the '95 Molson Ampitheater and Pensacola pro-shot shows, etc. #WetDryWet
Wednesday Jun 24, 2020
Wednesday Jun 24, 2020
Episode 9 covers the 1991 album For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge by Van Halen. Mark, Kevin, Alex, and Chris take you on a historical journey surrounding the album as well as share our favorite and not-so favorite moments from the album. We go on a deep dive track-by-track listen of this album as well as share personal stories of discovering For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge. #Dial1-900-Spanked.
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Episode 8 covers the 1988 album OU812 by Van Halen. Mark, Kevin, Alex, and Chris take you on a historical journey surrounding the album as well as share our favorite and not-so favorite moments from the album. We go on a deep dive track-by-track listen of this album as well as share personal stories of discovering OU812, the 1989 Tokyo Dome show, etc.
Monday Jun 08, 2020
Monday Jun 08, 2020
The world's introduction to Van Hagar! Episode 7 covers the 1986 album 5150 by Van Halen. Mark, Kevin, Alex, and Chris take you on a historical journey surrounding the album as well as share our favorite and not-so favorite moments from the album. We go on a deep dive track-by-track listen of this album as well as share personal stories of discovering 5150, Live Without a Net, and other gems surrounding the album *ahem" "I Want Some Action" *ahem*.
Monday Jun 01, 2020
Monday Jun 01, 2020
The end of the Dave-era of Van Halen. Episode 6 covers the landmark 1984 album 1984 by Van Halen. Mark, Kevin, Alex, and Chris take you on a historical journey surrounding the album as well as share our favorites and not-so favorites from the album. We go on a deep dive track-by-track listen of this monumental album as well as share personal stories of discovering 1984. Was this the end of the best era of Van Halen? Who's to say...