My Weekly Mixtape: A Playlist Curation Podcast

• Album Dive: Cody Hanson of Hinder Talks “Back To Life” + 20 Years of “Extreme Behavior”

  In this special Album Dive episode, I’m joined by Cody Hanson, drummer and founding member of Hinder, to celebrate the release of their brand-new album “Back To Life” and reflect on the 20th anniversary of their breakthrough debut, “Extreme Behavior.” We dive deep into: The evolution of Hinder’s sound over the past 20 years The story behind their unreleased 2020 album Releasing “Back To Life” through Evil Teen Records How music streaming platforms impact their album and single releases Crafting setlists that balance hits, fan favorites, and new songs The band’s unique approach to cover songs, including Eddie Money’s “Take Me Home Tonight” and The Eagles’ “Life In The Fast Lane” Cody’s thoughts on Lakeview’s cover of “Lips of An Angel” The 5 essential Hinder tracks Cody would put on his ultimate Hinder mixtape … and much more behind-the-scenes insight into all things Hinder!  🎙️ Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform—and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review to help more rock fans find the show! Be sure to visit MyWeeklyMixtape.com to hear all of the songs we discussed in this episode!  Theme music is "Unveiled" by The 4th. You can find the album on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, YouTube, Bandcamp & more! FOR MORE ON MY WEEKLY MIXTAPE Website: http://www.myweeklymixtape.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/myweeklymixtape Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/myweeklymixtape X: https://x.com/myweeklymixtape Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myweeklymixtape Threads: https://www.threads.net/@myweeklymixtape  Blusky: https://bsky.app/profile/myweeklymixtape.bsky.social  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myweeklymixtape Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• The Ultimate 90’s Rock Album Openers Playlist (w/ Zack Derby of The Neatcast)

  This week I'm thrilled to welcome back Zack Derby, co-host of ⁠The Neatcast⁠, as he joins me to craft an epic 90s rock playlist, featuring the best album openers from across the entire decade. From grunge anthems & punk rock sing-alongs to hard rock & alt-rock classics, we’re celebrating the iconic first tracks that defined a generation with each & every CD spin. Be sure to visit MyWeeklyMixtape.com to hear all of the songs we discussed in this episode, and join the My Weekly Mixtape Discord Server via the link on the episode page! Theme music is "Unveiled" by The 4th. You can find the album on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, YouTube, Bandcamp & more! FOR MORE ON MY WEEKLY MIXTAPE Website: http://www.myweeklymixtape.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/myweeklymixtape Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/myweeklymixtape X: https://x.com/myweeklymixtape Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myweeklymixtape Threads: https://www.threads.net/@myweeklymixtape  Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/myweeklymixtape.bsky.social  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myweeklymixtape Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• The Ultimate The Record Company Playlist (w/ Chris Vos of The Record Company)

  In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Chris Vos, lead singer and guitarist of The Record Company, for an in-depth conversation covering highlights from across the band's career. We dive into the fascinating story behind the band’s name — and how their label reacted to it. Chris opens up about the pressure following their Grammy Award nomination for Give It Back To You, and how it influenced their second album All Of This Life. We also discuss working with the legendary producer T-Bone Burnett to re-record “You & Me Now,” and explore how placements on hit TV shows like Suits, Nashville, Shameless and CSI have impacted their journey. Plus, we get into the cover songs they’ve recorded over the years, including the Beastie Boys' "So What’cha Want," Cypress Hill’s "I Wanna Get High," and Big Mama Thornton’s "Ball & Chain." Chris shares insights into how The Record Company’s sound has evolved across their discography — and much more. 🎧 Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering The Record Company, you won't want to miss this deep dive into their music, milestones, and creative process. Be sure to visit MyWeeklyMixtape.com to hear all of the songs we discussed in this episode!  Theme music is "Unveiled" by The 4th. You can find the album on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, YouTube, Bandcamp & more! FOR MORE ON MY WEEKLY MIXTAPE Website: http://www.myweeklymixtape.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/myweeklymixtape Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/myweeklymixtape X: https://x.com/myweeklymixtape Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myweeklymixtape Threads: https://www.threads.net/@myweeklymixtape  Blusky: https://bsky.app/profile/myweeklymixtape.bsky.social  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myweeklymixtape Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Album Dive: The Presidents of The United States of America (w/ Chris Ballew of PUSA)

  In this Album Dive episode, I’m joined by Chris Ballew of The Presidents of The United States of America to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the band’s self-titled debut album. We take a deep dive into the history, impact, and unforgettable tracks that made this record a defining moment in ‘90s alternative rock. Tune in as we explore: - Chris Ballew’s time performing with Beck’s live band - The origins and quirky design of the “basitar” and “guitbass” - How the band became the “alternative to the alternative” - The stories behind hit songs like “Lump”, “Kitty”, “Feather Pluckin’”, and “Peaches” - The tale behind Weird Al Yankovic’s “Gump” parody - Why Wayne Kramer of MC5 initially denied their “Kick Out the Jams” cover - Their cover of The Buggles’ “Video Killed the Radio Star” - The nu-metal side project Subset with Sir Mix-A-Lot - Chris’ solo projects including Casper Babypants and his biannual solo album releases From behind-the-scenes stories to musical innovation, this episode is a must-listen for fans of ‘90s alt-rock, deep cuts, and (of course!) The Presidents. Be sure to visit MyWeeklyMixtape.com to hear all of the songs we discussed in this episode!  Theme music is "Unveiled" by The 4th. You can find the album on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, YouTube, Bandcamp & more! FOR MORE ON MY WEEKLY MIXTAPE Website: http://www.myweeklymixtape.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/myweeklymixtape Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/myweeklymixtape X: https://x.com/myweeklymixtape Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myweeklymixtape Threads: https://www.threads.net/@myweeklymixtape  Blusky: https://bsky.app/profile/myweeklymixtape.bsky.social  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myweeklymixtape Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• The Ultimate WrestleMania / WWE Entrance Themes Playlist (w/ The Four Jobbers)

  As WrestleMania 41 approaches, WWE fans are gearing up for another unforgettable event —and we’re joining the excitement with a special episode featuring The Four Jobbers: Brad, Jordan, Ryan, and Jason. This week, our panel dives into the ultimate showdown of sound by curating a playlist of the Top 10 WWE Entrance Themes from WrestleMania History. From legendary intros to iconic superstar music, we’re breaking down the best entrance songs ever heard on the grandest stage of them all. Be sure to visit MyWeeklyMixtape.com to hear all of the songs we discussed in this episode!  Theme music is "Unveiled" by The 4th. You can find the album on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, YouTube, Bandcamp & more! FOR MORE ON MY WEEKLY MIXTAPE Website: http://www.myweeklymixtape.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/myweeklymixtape Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/myweeklymixtape X: https://x.com/myweeklymixtape Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myweeklymixtape Threads: https://www.threads.net/@myweeklymixtape  Blusky: https://bsky.app/profile/myweeklymixtape.bsky.social  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myweeklymixtape Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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