Join Eric Petersen (Kevin Can F Himself, Broadway) & Chris Sisley (Pasadena Lakes Elementary Talent Show '89 Participant) as they talk about what makes an album PERFECT. Each episode focuses on one album, exploring its songs, lyrics, and music. They share stories and discuss why they love these albums from start to finish!
Happy Saves The May to all who celebrate! Eric and Chris return from a hiatus to chat about one of the greatest, and most influential emo albums of all time, Save The Day's 2001 "Stay What You Are".
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25 Aug 2025
Ep 4 - Pet Sounds
Hosts Eric and Chris explore The Beach Boys' "Pet Sounds," interviewing Brian Wilson and Tony Asher about its groundbreaking sound and influence on The Beatles.
7 Jul 2025
Ep. 3 - Bradley Nowell & Friends
Hosts Eric Pete and Chris delve into "Sublime Acoustic: Bradley Nowell & Friends," exploring Bradley Nowell's songwriting and the album's raw emotionality, including the influence of Bob Marley; this is a discussion episode.
12 May 2025
Ep. 2 - Through Being Cool
They're back! In this episode of Perfect Albums Podcast, Hosts Chris and Eric revisit 1999 with a deep dive into Saves the Day's influential emo-pop-punk album, "Through Being Cool." The fellas explore the album's infectious energy, its blend of heartfelt love songs and surprisingly dark creative writing, and its significant impact on the burgeoning emo scene. Get ready for some personal stories and thoughts on why "Through Being Cool" is a PERFECT album!
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14 Apr 2025
Ep. 1 - Enema of the State
In the inaugural episode of The Perfect Albums Podcast, hosts Eric Peterson and Chris Sisley dive headfirst into the world of pop-punk with Blink-182's iconic album, "Enema of the State." Released in 1999, this album not only defined a generation but also solidified Blink-182's place in music history.
Eric and Chris, both veterans of the pop punk music scene, share their personal experiences with the album, reminiscing about the days of TRL, Warped Tour, and the unique collision of musical genres that defined the era. They delve into the band's history, the impact of Travis Barker's drumming, and the circumstances surrounding Tom DeLonge's departure and eventual return.
Join Eric and Chris as they explore "Enema of the State" track by track, discussing everything from the album's memorable lyrics to its lasting influence on pop-punk and music.
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YouTube views
33,729
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
3 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 45 / 100
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Quality
30
Social presence
90
YouTube
72
Engagement
32
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