Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast@monstershoprock

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast @monstershoprock@castopod.monstershoprock.com May 19, 2025

In this episode of Riffology, Neil and Chris shine a spotlight on Little Angels and their 1991 breakthrough album The Young Gods. Often overshadowed by the grunge explosion in the US, Little Angels carved out a distinctive space in the UK’s hard rock scene—combining stadium ambition with sharp songwriting and radio-friendly polish.

1:15:09

S2025:E18 May 19, 2025

RIFF049 - Little Angels - Young Gods

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast @monstershoprock@castopod.monstershoprock.com May 12, 2025

In this episode of Riffology, Neil and Chris dive deep into Backstreet Symphony, the electrifying debut album from British hard rock band Thunder

1:31:35

S2025:E17 May 12, 2025

RIFF048 - Thunder - Backstreet Symphony

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast @monstershoprock@castopod.monstershoprock.com May 5, 2025

Neil and Chris discuss The Almighty’s album Soul Destruction on Riffology, highlighting its place in the lesser-known British rock scene of the '90s.

1:23:10

S2025:E16 May 5, 2025

RIFF047 - The Almighty - Soul Destruction

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast @monstershoprock@castopod.monstershoprock.com Apr 28, 2025

Dive into 90s UK alt-rock as we break down Therapy?’s iconic album “Troublegum” on Riffology!

1:21:13

S2025:E15 Apr 28, 2025

RIFF046 - Therapy? - Troublegum

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast @monstershoprock@castopod.monstershoprock.com Apr 21, 2025

In this episode of Riffology, we explore Blind Melon’s iconic 1992 debut album, from the sunny strums of No Rain to the tragic brilliance of Shannon Hoon. A deep dive into one of the 90s’ most distinctive alt-rock records that still resonates decades later.

1:19:03

S2025:E14 Apr 21, 2025

RIFF045 - Blind Melon - No Rain

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast @monstershoprock@castopod.monstershoprock.com Apr 14, 2025

We dissect Pearl Jam’s Ten — riff by riff, lyric by lyric. From the band’s accidental fame to Eddie Vedder’s haunted delivery, this episode explores why Ten still matters. It's nostalgia with teeth. Plug in your headphones and dive into the sweaty, flannel-wrapped heart of early ‘90s rock.

1:12:31

S2025:E13 Apr 14, 2025

RIFF044 - Pearl Jam - Ten

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast @monstershoprock@castopod.monstershoprock.com Apr 7, 2025

Temple of the Dog was a one-off collaboration between members of Soundgarden and the band that would become Pearl Jam. Conceived as a tribute to the late Andrew Wood of Mother Love Bone, the album has since earned a place as a key moment in the evolution of the Seattle sound.

1:03:30

S2025:E12 Apr 7, 2025

RIFF043 - Temple of the Dog - Temple of the Dog

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast @monstershoprock@castopod.monstershoprock.com Mar 31, 2025

In this edition of Riffology, Chris and Neil revisit the powerful debut from Audioslave—the dynamic union of Chris Cornell’s soaring vocals and Rage Against the Machine’s rhythmic intensity.

1:15:37

S2025:E11 Mar 31, 2025

RIFF042 - Audioslave - Audioslave

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast @monstershoprock@castopod.monstershoprock.com Mar 24, 2025

We dive into the genre-defying debut album by Rage Against the Machine. From the visceral vocals of Zack de la Rocha to Tom Morello’s groundbreaking guitar work

1:16:57

S2025:E10 Mar 24, 2025

RIFF041 - Rage Against the Machine - Rage Against the Machine

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast @monstershoprock@castopod.monstershoprock.com Mar 10, 2025

Faith No More’s Angel Dust was bold, bizarre, and brilliant—an album that shattered expectations and divided fans. In this episode of Riffology, we explore how Mike Patton and the band pushed boundaries with their unique fusion of metal, funk, and experimental rock.

1:22:17

S2025:E09 Mar 10, 2025

RIFF040 - Faith No More - Angel Dust

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast @monstershoprock@castopod.monstershoprock.com Feb 24, 2025

In this episode of Riffology, Neil and Chris dive into Megadeth’s 1992 masterpiece, Countdown to Extinction. From its politically charged themes to its razor-sharp riffs, this album marked a turning point for Dave Mustaine and company, catapulting them into mainstream metal success.

1:11:59

S2025:E08 Feb 24, 2025

RIFF039 - Megadeth - Countdown to Extinction

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast @monstershoprock@castopod.monstershoprock.com Feb 17, 2025

This week on The Monster Shop, Neil and Chris take a brutal deep dive into Slipknot’s ferocious second album Iowa.

1:17:42

S2025:E07 Feb 17, 2025

The Making of Iowa by Slipknot

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast @monstershoprock@castopod.monstershoprock.com Feb 10, 2025

Tune in for an in-depth look at one of the most underrated yet influential albums of the decade.

1:30:39

S2025:E06 Feb 10, 2025

The Making of Stoosh by Skunk Anansie

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast @monstershoprock@castopod.monstershoprock.com Feb 3, 2025

In this episode of The Monster Shop, we take a deep dive into Jagged Little Pill, the defining 1995 album by Alanis Morissette. A raw and unfiltered exploration of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery, this record became a cultural phenomenon, selling over 30 million copies worldwide.

1:12:35

S2025:E05 Feb 3, 2025

The Making of Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissette

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast @monstershoprock@castopod.monstershoprock.com Jan 27, 2025

In this episode of The Monster Shop, we dive into the iconic album Rumours by Fleetwood Mac.

1:39:01

S2025:E04 Jan 27, 2025

The Making of Rumours by Fleetwood Mac

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast @monstershoprock@castopod.monstershoprock.com Jan 20, 2025

This week on The Monster Shop, Neil and Chris dive into The Fat of the Land by The Prodigy, the album that redefined electronic music in the late 90s. With explosive tracks like Firestarter, Breathe, and Smack My Bitch Up, The Prodigy brought rave culture to the mainstream, blending elements of breakbeat, punk, and industrial into a genre-defying masterpiece.

1:50:35

S2025:E03 Jan 20, 2025

The Making of the Fat of the Land by The Prodigy