Flawless - A Music Podcast

Flawless - A Music Podcast

Liam McGinniss, George Mannion, Grant Parkin

Hello, and welcome to Flawless - A Music Podcast. Each episode, one of the hosts (or a special guest) makes the case that one of their favourite albums is Flawless (whatever that means), and we decide whether or not they’re right. Hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin. Join us on Facebook: facebook.com/flawlessamp Twitter: twitter.com/flawlessamp Produced by Liam McGinniss. Artwork by Erik Veland - erik@erikveland.com

141. Cold Chisel - East w/ Josh, Gerard (August River Band)

141. Cold Chisel - East w/ Josh, Gerard (August River Band)

Is Cold Chisel AM dad rock, bogan rock, or something more? Or is it possibly all three at once? Gerard and Josh join us again to nominate an Australian classic.  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 WEA Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss and George Mannion, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flaw

Oct 11, 2023 • 51:25

140. Red Hot Chili Peppers - Blood Sugar Sex Majik w/ Josh, Gerard (August River Band)

140. Red Hot Chili Peppers - Blood Sugar Sex Majik w/ Josh, Gerard (August River Band)

We're joined by Josh and Gerard, the rhythm section of Brisbane's awesome August River Band as they nominate one of the all-time classic albums. Will Liam and George 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 Warner Bros Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss and George Mannion, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook:

Sep 20, 2023 • 53:29

139. Rowland S Howard - Pop Crimes w/ Tim Byrnes

139. Rowland S Howard - Pop Crimes w/ Tim Byrnes

Tim Byrnes joins us again to look at the last album of an under-appreciated Australian icon, Rowland S Howard. Will Liam and George find Pop Crimes 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 Liberation / Fat Possum Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss and George Mannion, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.f

Aug 22, 2023 • 52:29

138.Broadcast - Ha Ha Sound w/ Tim Byrnes

138.Broadcast - Ha Ha Sound w/ Tim Byrnes

Medical issues are really screwing up our 2023 - thanks for sticking around, we really appreciate it, and it looks like we are back on schedule now :)  Special guest Tim Byrnes joins us and nominates the emotional electro sounds of Broadcast's second album. Will Liam and George 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 Warp Records. Flawless

Aug 8, 2023 • 51:37

137. And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead - Source Tags And Codes w/ Brank Cosic

137. And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead - Source Tags And Codes w/ Brank Cosic

In 2002, Texas' own Trail Of Dead delivered one of the iconic sets of that year's Livid festival. Branko Cosic was there, as was Liam, and it was part of a life-long love affair with Trails' hectic, barreling rock. That affair began for both with Source Tags And Codes, which Branko believes is 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 Interscope Re

Jul 4, 2023 • 51:38

136. Helmet - Betty w/ Branko Cosic

136. Helmet - Betty w/ Branko Cosic

And we are back! :) Special guest Branko Cosic joins us to nominate the dirty, sweaty, heaving mosh pit that is Helmet's Betty. Will Liam and George 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 Interscope Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss and George Mannion, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.face

Jun 20, 2023 • 52:30

135. Bonus episode compilation #2

135. Bonus episode compilation #2

hey everyone, some medical issues have prevented us from getting together to record, so we've compiled another set of our bonus episodes.  As always, you can get our bonus episodes as we (very irregularly) release them over on our patreon: www.patreon.com/flawlessamp. Hopefully we will be back in a couple of weeks. Stay awesome :)

Jun 6, 2023 • 54:33

134. Car Seat Headrest - Twin Fantasy (Face to Face) w/ Jake and Connor (Mt Nadir)

134. Car Seat Headrest - Twin Fantasy (Face to Face) w/ Jake and Connor (Mt Nadir)

With the second version of Twin Fantasy, Car Seat Headrest made the unusual choice to completely re-record a previous album. Can it still be a flawless record? Mt Nadir certainly think so.  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 Matador Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss and George Mannion, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Faceboo

May 23, 2023 • 56:54

133. Big Thief - Masterpiece w/ Jake and Connor (Mt Nadir)

133. Big Thief - Masterpiece w/ Jake and Connor (Mt Nadir)

Big Thief's debut album is a stunning piece of craft, filled with excellent instrumentation, and Adrianne Lenker's charming and haunting vocals. Jake and Connor from Mt Nadir think it's flawless - 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 Saddle Creek Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss and George Mannion, and produced by

Apr 25, 2023 • 58:06

Flawless co-host update

Flawless co-host update

Hey everyone, we unfortunately have some bad news. After 5 years with Flawless, our treasured friend and co-host Grant Parkin has decided to step away from the podcast. We decided to spring a Farewell mini-episode on him, so if you've ever wondered what it would sound like to hear 3 grown adults barely keeping it together for 15 straight minutes, have we got an episode for you! Grant will always be a beloved part of the Flawless family and it won't be the same without him. We miss you already Gr

Apr 5, 2023 • 13:05

132. INXS - Kick w/ Carly Middap

132. INXS - Kick w/ Carly Middap

Even if you've never heard Kick in full, chances are you've heard most of it on the radio, as it dominated the late 80s radio airwaves. Special guest Carly thinks it's a flawless record - will Liam, 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 Warner Music Group. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and p

Mar 28, 2023 • 55:37

131 Regurgitator - Unit w/ Carly Middap

131 Regurgitator - Unit w/ Carly Middap

We're joined by special guest Carly, who nominates an iconic Brisbane album - will it be found 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 Eastwest 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/fla

Mar 15, 2023 • 1:01:57

130. Darren Hanlon - Hello Stranger

130. Darren Hanlon - Hello Stranger

Being an iconic Australian artist can mean a lot of different things, but to Liam, there's noone more iconically Australian than Darren Hanlon and his debut album Hello Stranger. Will 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 Candle Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced b

Feb 28, 2023 • 49:05

129. We Are Scientists - With Love And Squalor

129. We Are Scientists - With Love And Squalor

In 2005, We Are Scientists' debut album came in at the end of the garage rock revival, but they'd been making their mark since 1999, supporting all the bands who were making garage rock the new big thing. George thinks With Love And Squalor is a flawless album - 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 Virgin Records. Flawless is ho

Feb 14, 2023 • 55:18

128. Fun Lovin’ Criminals - Come Find Yourself

128. Fun Lovin’ Criminals - Come Find Yourself

The FLC combine rock, jazz, funk, soul and hip-hop, and do so with almost effortless swagger and cool. Liam thinks their debut album 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 EMI Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: ht

Feb 1, 2023 • 1:00:39

127. Velvet Revolver - Contraband

127. Velvet Revolver - Contraband

Grant nominates the classic debut from heavy rock supergroup Velvet Revolver - will Liam and George 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 RCA 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://twi

Jan 18, 2023 • 47:24

126. Soundgarden - Superunknown w/ Sabrina Lawrie

126. Soundgarden - Superunknown w/ Sabrina Lawrie

Special guest Sabrina Lawrie joins us again to nominate the grunge classic, Soundgarden's Superunknown. 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 A&M 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/flawle

Jan 3, 2023 • 56:55

125. Dead Can Dance - Spiritchaser w/ Sabrina Lawrie

125. Dead Can Dance - Spiritchaser w/ Sabrina Lawrie

And we're back! Special guest Sabrina Lawrie joins us to nominate our first ever world music album, Dead Can Dance's Spiritchaser. 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 4AD/Warner Brothers 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/flawl

Dec 20, 2022 • 57:04

124. Bonus episodes compilation #1

124. Bonus episodes compilation #1

A variety of factors have conspired against us and we haven't been able to record recently. So we thought we'd share with you some of our favourite bonus episodes. This episode consists of 3 of our previous bonus episodes, where we look at our favourite first tracks from albums, some 1-hit-wonders, and Grant does a deep dive on a favourite Pearl Jam track.  As always, for the full range of bonus episodes, you can subscribe to our patreon at www.patreon.com/flawlessamp. And we'll be back next for

Dec 6, 2022 • 1:00:23

123. Smashing Pumpkins - Siamese Dream

123. Smashing Pumpkins - Siamese Dream

Even for an enigma like Billy Corgan and Smashing Pumpkins, the stories behind the recording of their second album Siamese Dream paint a dark, haunting picture.  Grant thinks the end result is 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 Virgin Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant

Nov 22, 2022 • 50:52

122. Backstage Series #6: Parcels - Day/Night w/ Peach Fur

122. Backstage Series #6: Parcels - Day/Night w/ Peach Fur

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 M

Nov 8, 2022 • 35:58

121. The New Pornographers - Twin Cinema w/ Joe Woolley

121. The New Pornographers - Twin Cinema w/ Joe Woolley

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/flaw

Oct 25, 2022 • 48:19

120. The Wrens - The Meadowlands w/ Joe Woolley

120. The Wrens - The Meadowlands w/ Joe Woolley

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:

Oct 12, 2022 • 52:18

119. Moonface - Julia With Blue Jeans On w/ Josie Spicer

119. Moonface - Julia With Blue Jeans On w/ Josie Spicer

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 Jag

Sep 28, 2022 • 45:38

118. Connie Converse - How Sad, How Lovely w/ Josie Spicer

118. Connie Converse - How Sad, How Lovely w/ Josie Spicer

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 copy

Sep 13, 2022 • 49:21

117. Jimmy Eat World - Bleed American

117. Jimmy Eat World - Bleed American

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 Par

Aug 30, 2022 • 52:30

116. The Paper Kites - twelvefour w/ Alta Falls

116. The Paper Kites - twelvefour w/ Alta Falls

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.

Aug 17, 2022 • 48:38

115. Sam Fender - Hypersonic Missiles w/Alta Falls

115. Sam Fender - Hypersonic Missiles w/Alta Falls

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/f

Aug 2, 2022 • 54:38

114. Nada Surf - Let Go

114. Nada Surf - Let Go

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 McGinni

Jul 19, 2022 • 54:22

113. Pedro The Lion - Winners Never Quit w/ Remy and Ben (We Set Sail)

113. Pedro The Lion - Winners Never Quit w/ Remy and Ben (We Set Sail)

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: Faceboo

Jul 5, 2022 • 54:17

112. Third Eye Blind - Third Eye Blind w/ Ben and Remy (We Set Sail)

112. Third Eye Blind - Third Eye Blind w/ Ben and Remy (We Set Sail)

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. Foll

Jun 21, 2022 • 53:27

111. Kate Bush - Hounds of Love

111. Kate Bush - Hounds of Love

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 McG

Jun 7, 2022 • 55:22

110. Bush - Sixteen Stone

110. Bush - Sixteen Stone

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/flawless

May 24, 2022 • 51:41

109. Editors - An End Has A Start

109. Editors - An End Has A Start

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 thi

May 10, 2022 • 54:26

108. Manic Street Preachers - The Holy Bible

108. Manic Street Preachers - The Holy Bible

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 us

Apr 26, 2022 • 58:38

107. Tracy Chapman - Tracy Chapman

107. Tracy Chapman - Tracy Chapman

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 u

Apr 12, 2022 • 40:02

106. The Lemonheads - It’s A Shame About Ray w/ Graham Ashton

106. The Lemonheads - It’s A Shame About Ray w/ Graham Ashton

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/

Mar 29, 2022 • 43:11

105. Tori Amos - Little Earthquakes w/ Emma Dean

105. Tori Amos - Little Earthquakes w/ Emma Dean

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

Mar 15, 2022 • 55:59

104. Bright Eyes - I’m Wide Awake, It’s Morning w/ Graham Ashton

104. Bright Eyes - I’m Wide Awake, It’s Morning w/ Graham Ashton

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. Foll

Mar 1, 2022 • 1:02:26

103. Alanis Morissette - Jagged Little Pill w/ Emma Dean

103. Alanis Morissette - Jagged Little Pill w/ Emma Dean

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.faceboo

Feb 15, 2022 • 57:23

102. Nina Simone - Pastel Blues

102. Nina Simone - Pastel Blues

Nina Simone is one of the icons of blues, jazz and soul, releasing many albums over her lifetime. George believes one of her 1965 albums, Pastel Blues, is 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 Philip Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow u

Feb 1, 2022 • 1:01:19

101. Presidents of the USA - Presidents of the USA

101. Presidents of the USA - Presidents of the USA

And we are back! We bring in 2022 with a look at everyone's favourite high school album, 1995's Presidents of the USA. Liam thinks the simplistic song subjects hide a much deeper music ability and song structures. 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 Pop Lama and Columbia Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George M

Jan 18, 2022 • 52:14

#100. Radiohead - The Bends, Hail To The Thief and In Rainbows

#100. Radiohead - The Bends, Hail To The Thief and In Rainbows

Happy 100 episodes to us! On this special bumper episode, we break down three very different albums from one of our favourite bands, Radiohead.  How many flawless albums will we come out with on the other side? We are going to be taking a break for the rest of the year, with new episodes returning again in 2022.  Thanks so much to all of you for listening along with us, telling us your favourite albums, flawless albums and favourite episodes.  See you in 2022!  Join our Facebook Group! In Flawle

Oct 26, 2021 • 1:42:41

99. Hole - Live Through This w/ Bianca Valentino

99. Hole - Live Through This w/ Bianca Valentino

Bianca Valentino, author and publisher of Gimmie Gimmie Gimmie Zine, joins us again to nominate the album that caused so many young women, and a bunch of young men too, to pick up a guitar - Hole's seminal second album Live Through This.  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 DGC Records. Flawless is hosted by

Oct 12, 2021 • 49:06

98. Santogold - Santogold w/ Bianca Valentino

98. Santogold - Santogold w/ Bianca Valentino

Bianca Valentino, author and publisher of Gimmie Gimmie Gimmie Zine, joins us to nominate Santogold, now known as Santigold, and her debut collection of cross-genre bangers. 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 Kidinakorner/Interscope Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Park

Sep 28, 2021 • 48:42

97. Billie Marten - Flora Fauna w/ Molly Burnam

97. Billie Marten - Flora Fauna w/ Molly Burnam

We're joined by just our second overseas guest, as Molly Burman nominates the third album by 22-year old folk rocker Billie Marten, Flora Fauna.  Will Liam 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 Kidinakorner/Interscope Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss.

Sep 14, 2021 • 37:37

96. X-Ambassadors - Orion

96. X-Ambassadors - Orion

Grant steps well outside his safety zone to nominate the smooth, well-crafted pop rock of X-Ambassadors. Will Liam and George 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 Kidinakorner/Interscope Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.

Aug 31, 2021 • 53:09

95. Something For Kate - Beautiful Sharks

95. Something For Kate - Beautiful Sharks

It took 3 years, and 95 episodes, but Liam finally did it - he finally settled on which Something For Kate album to nominate. After they spend the episode plumbing the full depth of Liam's SFK obsession, will George and Grant get on board with Beautiful Sharks being 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 Island Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam

Aug 17, 2021 • 1:02:10

94. David Gray - White Ladder w/ Alex and Jacob (Shag Rock)

94. David Gray - White Ladder w/ Alex and Jacob (Shag Rock)

White Ladder is the UK's 26th greatest all-time selling record, with over 7 million copies sold worldwide, but does that make it flawless? The boys from Shag Rock join us again to go to bat for the English crooner who mixed folk with electronica. 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 Island Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and

Aug 3, 2021 • 48:08

93 Jinja Safari - Jinja Safari w/ Alex and Jacob (Shag Rock)

93 Jinja Safari - Jinja Safari w/ Alex and Jacob (Shag Rock)

We're joined by Alex and Jacob from Shag Rock, who nominate fellow Brisbaneites Jinja Safari and their debut self-titled album, filled with surf rock, wild percussion and tribal rhythms. 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 Island Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on:

Jul 20, 2021 • 49:12

92. Jenny Hval - Blood Bitch w/ Ruby Barnsley

92. Jenny Hval - Blood Bitch w/ Ruby Barnsley

We're joined again by Ruby Barnsley, who nominates the sixth solo album by Jenny Hval, Blood Bitch, a concept album about a vampire who travels through time and space.  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 Sacred Bones Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook:

Jul 6, 2021 • 51:08

91. River City Extension - Deliverance w/ Ian Johnson

91. River City Extension - Deliverance w/ Ian Johnson

Special guest Ian Johnson, our first ever guest joining us from overseas, nominates the third and final album from River City Extension - will Liam, George and Grant agree that it is 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 Anchor and Hope Music. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. F

Jun 22, 2021 • 1:01:40

90. Bjork - Post w/ Ruby Barnsley

90. Bjork - Post w/ Ruby Barnsley

Bjork's Post was not just a great audio album - the videos for its singles were iconic, unique visual experiences, bringing Bjork's stirring, evocative constructions to life on the screen.  Special guest Ruby Barnsley thinks Post is flawless - will Liam, 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 One Little Indian/Elektra Records. Flawle

Jun 8, 2021 • 54:43

89. The National - High Violet w/ Bianca Martin

89. The National - High Violet w/ Bianca Martin

Sure, The National might be sad, mopey bastards, but they're sad mopey bastards who make incredible music. Special guest Bianca Martin nominates their most accessible album High Violet as being 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 4AD Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss.

May 25, 2021 • 59:22

88. Patti Smith - Horses w/ Bianca Martin

88. Patti Smith - Horses w/ Bianca Martin

Special guest Bianca Martin joins us to nominate Patti Smith's iconic debut album Horses.  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 Arista 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/

May 11, 2021 • 57:58

87. The Beths - Future Me Hates Me w/ Ruby-Jean McCabe

87. The Beths - Future Me Hates Me w/ Ruby-Jean McCabe

We're joined once again by Ruby Jean McCabe to discuss one of New Zealand's finest recent musical exports, The Beths, which is a misleading name, because there is only one Beth in the group. We promise not to hold it against them.  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 Carpark Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin,

Apr 27, 2021 • 52:11

86. Pinegrove - Cardinal w/ Ruby-Jean McCabe

86. Pinegrove - Cardinal w/ Ruby-Jean McCabe

Ruby-Jean McCabe, band manager extraordinaire and Big Sound booker, joins us to discuss one of her favourite albums. 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 Run For Cover. 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://twi

Apr 13, 2021 • 55:43

85. Kid Sam - Kid Sam

85. Kid Sam - Kid Sam

You could be forgiven for not having heard of Kid Sam - the cousin duo had just one album and were only together for a short while before breaking up. But Liam thinks that albums is flawless, and he goes to bat for it, shuddering, horrific stories and all. 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 Two Bright Lakes. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George

Mar 30, 2021 • 55:11

84. The Offspring - Ignition

84. The Offspring - Ignition

Way back in 1992, The Offspring were still a relatively unknown skate punk band touring their arses off in southern Calfiornia. Their second album, Ignition, found a special place in Grant's heart, and he nominates it as flawless. Will Liam and George be *insert skate reference here*? 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 Epitaph Records. Flawless is hoste

Mar 16, 2021 • 52:06

83. Muse - Showbiz

83. Muse - Showbiz

George draws once again upon her homeland, and nominates the debut album from Muse, who would go on to be stadium-filling world-beaters. Will Liam 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 Mushroom Records/Taste Media. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on

Mar 2, 2021 • 58:29

82. Rival Schools - United By Fate w/ Kelly Wong

82. Rival Schools - United By Fate w/ Kelly Wong

We are joined once again by Kelly Wong of @WeAreBrisbane fame to discuss another of her seminal albums, the post-hardcore supergroup Rival Schools and their debut album United By Fate. 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 Island Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on:

Feb 16, 2021 • 48:46

81. The Slits - Cut w/Pascalle Burton (The Stress Of Leisure)

81. The Slits - Cut w/Pascalle Burton (The Stress Of Leisure)

Pascalle Burton (The Stress Of Leisure) joins us again and nominates The Slits' seminal yet underappreciated debut album Cut. 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 Island 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: h

Feb 2, 2021 • 56:01

80. Deftones - White Pony w/ Kelly Wong

80. Deftones - White Pony w/ Kelly Wong

Special guest Kelly Wong, creator and manager of the rotation curation Twitter account WeAreBrisbane, nominates the acclaimed album from nu-metal veterans Deftones, the superb White Pony.  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 Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us

Jan 19, 2021 • 53:42

79. Smog - Dongs of Sevotion w/Pascalle Burton (The Stress Of Leisure)

79. Smog - Dongs of Sevotion w/Pascalle Burton (The Stress Of Leisure)

Happy 2021 everyone! For our first episode of the new year, we're joined by Pascalle Burton, keys/synths player for awesome Brisbane band The Stress Of Leisure. Pascalle nominates Smog's 10th album, the awesomely named Dongs Of Sevotion, as being 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 Partisan Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George

Jan 5, 2021 • 56:19

78. IDLES - Ultra Mono

78. IDLES - Ultra Mono

Here's the second of our 'Best of 2020!' specials. It only took one listen for George to decide that IDLES' third album, Ultra Mono was flawless. Were Liam and Grant so easily convinced?  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 Partisan Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us o

Dec 22, 2020 • 1:00:54

77. Cable Ties - Far Enough

77. Cable Ties - Far Enough

It's time for the first of our 'Best of 2020!' specials. Cable Ties play punk songs stretch to breaking point, and Liam thinks their second album Far Enough is flawless, and his favourite album of the year. 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 Poison City Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam

Dec 8, 2020 • 56:01

76. Bernard Fanning - Tea and Sympathy

76. Bernard Fanning - Tea and Sympathy

Grant nominates his first Australian album, going to bat for the debut solo record of Powderfinger frontman Bernard Fanning. Will Liam and George 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 Tardus Music. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.

Nov 24, 2020 • 1:00:20

75. Minuit - Find Me Before I Die A Lonely Death.Com w/ MJ O'Neill

75. Minuit - Find Me Before I Die A Lonely Death.Com w/ MJ O'Neill

Special guest MJ O'Neill joins us again, and nominates an obscure piece of New Zealand dance pop, the third album from Minuit (pronounced Minwee).  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 Tardus Music. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us

Nov 10, 2020 • 55:26

74. Sleater-Kinney - The Hot Rock w/ MJ O'Neill

74. Sleater-Kinney - The Hot Rock w/ MJ O'Neill

We're joined by special guest MJ O'Neill, who discusses her love of all of Sleater-Kinney's albums, but The Hot Rock especially.  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 Columbia Records/Epic Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us

Oct 27, 2020 • 1:02:10

73. The Hold Steady - Almost Killed Me w/ Tim Steward (Screamfeeder, We All Want To)

73. The Hold Steady - Almost Killed Me w/ Tim Steward (Screamfeeder, We All Want To)

Tim Steward joins us again to discuss a debut album with possibly the greatest opening track of all time - The Hold Steady's Almost Killed Me.  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 Columbia Records/Epic Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinni

Oct 13, 2020 • 53:16

72. The Clash - London Calling w/ Tim Steward (Screamfeeder, We All Want To)

72. The Clash - London Calling w/ Tim Steward (Screamfeeder, We All Want To)

We're joined by Brisbane music legend Tim Steward, who nominates one of the favourite albums from his childhood, The Clash's London Calling.  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 Columbia Records/Epic Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss

Sep 29, 2020 • 55:56

71. Portishead - Dummy w/ Katie Noonan (george, Elixir, The Captains)

71. Portishead - Dummy w/ Katie Noonan (george, Elixir, The Captains)

Special guest Katie Noonan joins us to talk about her love of the seminal debut album from Portishead. Katie is launching a new live-streamed concert series, 'Live From Zac Hurren's Rainbow Room' that will be launching in September 2020 and will take place on the last Friday of every month. Check out Katie's Patreon page for more details.  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

Sep 15, 2020 • 43:57

70. Daft Punk - Discovery w/ Jai King Koi

70. Daft Punk - Discovery w/ Jai King Koi

Jai King Koi from A Beer With podcast joins us again, and nominates another dance classic - Daft Punk's Discovery. Will Liam, George and Grant find the French duo's second album 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 Virgin Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on:

Sep 1, 2020 • 1:07:00

69. Deadmau5 - Random Album Title w/ Jai King Koi

69. Deadmau5 - Random Album Title w/ Jai King Koi

Special guest Jai King Koi takes us out of our comfort zone by nominating the breakthrough album for world-beating Deadmau5. Will Liam, George and Grant find it flawless? Check out Jai's fantastic podcast A Beer With, where he chats (and has a beer with) a whole range of people, including those within the dance and music industry here in Brisbane. 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

Aug 18, 2020 • 1:01:24

68. Donna Summer - Bad Girls w/ Trina Massey

68. Donna Summer - Bad Girls w/ Trina Massey

Special guest Trina Massey joins us again to nominate the queen of disco, and her crowning achievement Bad Girls.  Will Liam and George agree that it's 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 Casablanca Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://

Aug 4, 2020 • 1:04:10

67. The xx - xx w/ Trina Massey

67. The xx - xx w/ Trina Massey

In 2009, The xx changed indie rock forever, with their stunningly stripped back debut album. Special guest Trina Massey thinks xx is flawless, 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 Young Turks. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https:

Jul 21, 2020 • 58:55

66. Jeff Buckley - Grace

66. Jeff Buckley - Grace

Jeff Buckley gives George "complicated feelings" which is among the many, many reasons she thinks his only studio album is 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 Columbia Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss.Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.f

Jul 7, 2020 • 1:12:40

65. The Mess Hall - Devil's Elbow

65. The Mess Hall - Devil's Elbow

EDIT: Due to an editing snafu, George is out of sync for the first twenty minutes of the episode, but she comes good, we promise :) Liam continues his run of Australian nominations with The Mess Hall's second studio album, the Australian-Music-Prize-winning Devil's Elbow. Will 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 Ivy Lea

Jun 23, 2020 • 56:04

Flawless - A Music Podcast trailer

Flawless - A Music Podcast trailer

64 episodes in is the right time for a trailer, right? Check out some of our highlights, and let us know your favourite Flawless album by visiting us on social. We also now have a YouTube channel! Like, comment and subscribe to get new episodes! 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/flaw

Jun 14, 2020 • 1:40

64. Led Zeppelin - Led Zeppelin II

64. Led Zeppelin - Led Zeppelin II

Grant has a Whole Lotta Love for Led Zeppelin's second album of blues-ed up metal. Will Liam and George get on board? We now have a Facebook Group! Join Flawless Friends and Family to keep the conversation going, and tell us whether you agree with our flawless albums. 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

Jun 9, 2020 • 1:05:31

63. Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Fever To Tell

63. Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Fever To Tell

In our new episode George nominates her ultimate 'getting ready to go out' album, the spectacular debut record from New York City's Yeah Yeah Yeahs. Will Liam and Grant love it like she loves it? All music samples used in this episode are copyright 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

May 26, 2020 • 1:01:59

62. Sidewinder - Tangerine

62. Sidewinder - Tangerine

Liam realises it's been too long since he nominated an Australian album, so he goes back to his roots for this 1997 classic. Will George and Grant be on board? All music samples used in this episode are copyright Half A Cow 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/ Y

May 12, 2020 • 1:04:11

61. The Doors - The Doors

61. The Doors - The Doors

Grant nominates the iconic debut album from one of psych-rock's fastest burning flames. Will Liam and George sail The Crystal Ship?   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 Patr

Apr 28, 2020 • 1:04:58

60. Onsind - Anaesthesiology

60. Onsind - Anaesthesiology

In our first ever episode recorded remotely (apologies for the lower audio quality), George goes to bat for English folk-punk Onsind. Will Liam and Grant find it flawless? All music samples used in this episode are copyright Specialist Subject/Salinas 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.i

Apr 14, 2020 • 1:06:34

59. Air - Moon Safari w/ Andrew Stafford

59. Air - Moon Safari w/ Andrew Stafford

22 years ago, two shy French boys looked at the world of big hooky electronic music and decided it wasn't for them.   Two decades later, Andrew Stafford thinks Moon Safari is a flawless record, and a unique achievement. Will Liam, George and Grant agree?   All music samples used in this episode are copyright Source/Virgin 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/flawle

Mar 31, 2020 • 57:11

58. Elliott Smith - Either/Or w/Maz (WAAX)

58. Elliott Smith - Either/Or w/Maz (WAAX)

Maz from Brisbane legends WAAX joins us for an out-of-the-blue nomination - Elliott Smith's 3rd record. How does his gentle plucking and delicate lyrics vibe with WAAX's balls-to-the-wall rock? You'll have to listen to find out.  All music samples used in this episode are copyright Kill Rock Stars 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.c

Mar 17, 2020 • 58:22

57. Liz Phair - Exile In Guyville w/ Andrew Stafford

57. Liz Phair - Exile In Guyville w/ Andrew Stafford

Brisbane music writer and journalist Andrew Stafford makes an impassioned, heartfelt case for Liz Phair's epic debut album being flawless. Will Liam, George and Grant agree? All music samples used in this episode are copyright 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/

Mar 3, 2020 • 58:32

56. Cursive - The Ugly Organ

56. Cursive - The Ugly Organ

George thinks Cursive's fourth album, the darkly intense The Ugly Organ, is flawless. Will Liam and Grant agree? All music samples used in this episode are copyright Saddle Creek. 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/flawl

Feb 18, 2020 • 1:00:35

55. Gomez - Liquid Skin

55. Gomez - Liquid Skin

Gomez came blasting out of nowhere to win the Mercury Music Prize with their debut album, but Liam thinks it's their second effort, Liquid Skin, which is the superior album. Will George and Grant be on board with it being flawless?   All music samples used in this episode are copyright Hut Records/Virgin 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:/

Feb 4, 2020 • 1:02:44

54. Devo - New Traditionalists w/ Seja Vogel (Sekiden, Regurgitator)

54. Devo - New Traditionalists w/ Seja Vogel (Sekiden, Regurgitator)

We're joined once again by Seja Vogel who goes to bat for new-wave stylemakers Devo. Will Liam, George and Grant think it's flawless? As well as rocking the synths, Seja hosts an awesome music podcast, where she interviews musicians about their experiences recording and playing live. Check out the HearSej Facebook page to listen and subscribe. All music samples used in this episode are copyright Warner Brothers/Virgin Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin

Jan 21, 2020 • 57:19

53. Chet Baker - Chet Baker Sings

53. Chet Baker - Chet Baker Sings

George breaks her record for oldest nominated album, proposing that the heartfelt crooning of Chet Baker's debut vocal album is flawless. Will Liam and Grant agree? All music samples used in this episode are copyright Pacific Jazz 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

Jan 7, 2020 • 58:47

52. Beck - Mellow Gold w/ Seja Vogel (Sekiden, Regurgitator)

52. Beck - Mellow Gold w/ Seja Vogel (Sekiden, Regurgitator)

In the time of chimpanzees, weren't we all monkeys?

 Seja Vogel joins us to discuss her love of Beck's genre-hopping, lyric bomb dropping breakthrough album Mellow Gold. As well as rocking the synths, Seja hosts an awesome music podcast, where she interviews musicians about their experiences recording and playing live. Check out the HearSej Facebook page to listen and subscribe. All music samples used in this episode are copyright DGC Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannio

Dec 23, 2019 • 57:49

51. Backstage Series #5: Cloud Nothings - Turning On w/ Connor (Bugs)

51. Backstage Series #5: Cloud Nothings - Turning On w/ Connor (Bugs)

Connor from Brisbane's Bugs joins us just hours before their sold-out Zoo show to talk about his love of Cloud Nothings' lo-fi debut Turning On. This episode was recorded backstage at The Zoo, Brisbane. All music samples used in this episode are copyright Carpark 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://w

Dec 10, 2019 • 43:54

50. Queen - A Night At The Opera w/ Jodie Lawlor (Flangipanis)

50. Queen - A Night At The Opera w/ Jodie Lawlor (Flangipanis)

Happy 50th episode! Jodie Lawlor reckons Queen's fourth studio album is more than just the home of Bohemian Rhapsody - it's flawless. Will Liam, George and Grant agree? All music samples used in this episode are copyright EMI/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/

Nov 26, 2019 • 1:07:39

49. A Wilhelm Scream - Ruiner w/ Jodie Lawlor (Flangipanis)

49. A Wilhelm Scream - Ruiner w/ Jodie Lawlor (Flangipanis)

Jodie from Brisbane DIY punk icons Flangipanis joins us to discuss her love of A Wilhelm Scream's 2005 album Ruiner. 

Will Liam, George and Grant be on board with it being flawless? All music samples used in this episode are copyright Nitro 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/flawle

Nov 12, 2019 • 57:37

48. Die Arzte - 13 w/ Cara Westworth

48. Die Arzte - 13 w/ Cara Westworth

Cara Westworth from the Cruisin' For A Reviewsin' podcast joins us again, and nominates our first ever non-English-language album. 

 13 made Die Arzte superstars in their native Germany - will Liam and Grant agree that it's flawless? All music samples used in this episode are copyright Hot Action 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.co

Oct 29, 2019 • 42:48

47. Guns N' Roses - Appetite For Destruction

47. Guns N' Roses - Appetite For Destruction

Do you know where you are? You're in the jungle, baby! YOU'RE GONNA DIE!

 Grant thinks the Gunners' debut album is flawless, will Liam and George be on board? All music samples used in this episode are copyright Geffen 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 b

Oct 15, 2019 • 52:55

46. TLC - CrazySexyCool w/ Cara Westworth

46. TLC - CrazySexyCool w/ Cara Westworth

Can a woman be crazy, AND sexy, AND cool?! TLC think they can, and so does Cara Westworth, host of Cruisin' for a Reviewsin', the Tom Cruise movie podcast.

 Will Liam and Grant be on board with this iconic album being flawless? All music samples used in this episode are copyright LaFace Records/Arista 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://twitt

Oct 1, 2019 • 40:17

45. Puscifer - Conditions of My Parole w/ Kylie Challenor

45. Puscifer - Conditions of My Parole w/ Kylie Challenor

With a new Tool album out, there's no better time to talk Puscifer. Special guest Kylie Challenor nominates the band's 2nd album - will Liam and George be on board? All music samples used in this episode are copyright Puscifer Entertainment. 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/ Y

Sep 17, 2019 • 45:26

44. The Decemberists - The Hazards Of Love

44. The Decemberists - The Hazards Of Love

Lust, jealousy, revenge and loss - these are the hazards of love, according to The Decemberists. 

Liam makes the case for this 2009 rock opera as being flawless - will George and Grant agree? All music samples used in this episode are copyright Capitol/Rough Trade 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://

Sep 3, 2019 • 1:05:03

43. The Go! Team - Thunder, Lightning, Strike w/ Kylie Challenor

43. The Go! Team - Thunder, Lightning, Strike w/ Kylie Challenor

What do you get when you mix double Dutch chants, Bollywood soundtracks, old school hip hop and electro? The Go! Team's debut album, that's what.
 Special guest Kylie Challenor joins us to discuss her love of an album that is just pure fun. All music samples used in this episode are copyright Memphis Industries. 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://twi

Aug 20, 2019 • 44:10

42. Backstage Series #4: Girls Rock! Fest (part 2)

42. Backstage Series #4: Girls Rock! Fest (part 2)

Here's part 2 of our special, recorded backstage at Girls Rock! Fest:

   Buttercats love the smooth pop of Rhye's Woman
 Adele Pickvance nominates vintage Lou Reed
 Other Erin go back to punk's roots with The Clash
 Full Power Happy Hour get swept up in The Maes' gentle country
 and Some Jerks bring us Throwing Muses classic album.   Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flawlessamp/ I

Aug 6, 2019 • 1:00:13

41. Backstage Series #3: Lorde - Melodrama and Weezer - The Blue Album w/ Charly Bliss

41. Backstage Series #3: Lorde - Melodrama and Weezer - The Blue Album w/ Charly Bliss

In this very special backstage episode, Eva and Sam from Charly Bliss join us to nominate two flawless albums - Lorde's Melodrama and Weezer's The Blue Album.

 They talk about why the lyrics, the songwriting and the musical craft mean so much to them, and how both artists have fundamentally influenced Charly Bliss's own music and songwriting. This episode of Flawless recorded at The Curtin, Melbourne. It was hosted by Liam McGinniss with special guests Charly Bliss. Follow us on: Facebook: ht

Jul 26, 2019 • 31:13

40. Backstage Series #2: Girls Rock! Fest (part 1)

40. Backstage Series #2: Girls Rock! Fest (part 1)

Last weekend we were honoured and excited to record live from Girls Rock! Fest. We chatted with the bands on the lineup about some of their flawless albums, and how they influenced their own sounds.

   BLUSSH nominated Hole's Celebrity Skin. Koko Uzi talked about The Scientists' Swampland. The Stress Of Leisure talked about all the scales in Television's Marquee Moon. The Cutaways rocked out to some Judas Priest with British Steel. And Guava Lava talked about how their love of Bikini

Jul 16, 2019 • 1:00:46

39. Bon Jovi - New Jersey

39. Bon Jovi - New Jersey

Hands up anyone who's ever sung Bad Medicine at karaoke?

 Now that everyone's got their hands up, check out our new episode. Grant reckons Bon Jovi's 4th album is flawless - will George and Liam agree? All music samples used in this episode are copyright Mercury Records/Vertigo 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 Inst

Jul 2, 2019 • 54:19

38. Strike Anywhere - Change Is A Sound

38. Strike Anywhere - Change Is A Sound

George takes us on a trip down memory lane to her protesting youth when she was introduced to Strike Anywhere's debut album.

 She thinks it's a Flawless album - will Liam and Grant agree? All music samples used in this episode are copyright Jade Tree. 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/flaw

Jun 18, 2019 • 52:38

37. Titus Andronicus - The Monitor

37. Titus Andronicus - The Monitor

What happens when some New Jersey punks who love Bruce Springsteen want to make a US Civil War concept album?

 You get Titus Andronicus' The Monitor.

 Liam reckons it's flawless - will George and Grant be on board? All music samples used in this episode are copyright XL 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

Jun 4, 2019 • 1:03:30

36. Kendrick Lamar - To Pimp A Butterfly w/ Jamilla

36. Kendrick Lamar - To Pimp A Butterfly w/ Jamilla

Kendrick Lamar's 3rd album was generally recognised as the best album of 2015, a stunning opus that fuses jazz, funk, soul, R&B, hip-hop and more, sometimes in the one track.

 Jamilla joins us mid-tour to talk about what it means to her, and why she thinks it's flawless. All music samples used in this episode are copyright Aftermath, Interscope, Top Dawg. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.f

May 21, 2019 • 1:02:31

35. Frightened Rabbit - The Midnight Organ Fight w/ Timothy Poitras

35. Frightened Rabbit - The Midnight Organ Fight w/ Timothy Poitras

In May 2018, Frightened Rabbit frontman Scott Hutchison took his life.

 One year on, we're joined by Tim Poitras to look at Frightened Rabbit's Midnight Organ Fight, generally considered one of the best break-up albums of all time. 

 Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide. If this is a topic which you prefer not to hear about, please avoid this episode. All music samples used in this episode are copyright Fat Cat Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mann

May 5, 2019 • 1:00:07

34. Leonard Cohen - You Want It Darker w/ Catalano

34. Leonard Cohen - You Want It Darker w/ Catalano

On October 16, 2016, Leonard Cohen released his final studio album, before passing away just 19 days later. It's a sombre and thoughtful album, with Cohen delivering his final thoughts to the world. 

Izzy and Ruby from Catalano think it's Flawless - will Liam and Grant agree? All music samples used in this episode are copyright Columbia Records. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.co

Apr 23, 2019 • 41:43

33. Kanye West - My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy w/ CJ Wallace

33. Kanye West - My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy w/ CJ Wallace

Special guest CJ Wallace returns to nominate the always controversial Kanye West, whose 5th album has been heralded as one of the greatest of all time. Will Liam and Grant be on board? All music samples used in this episode are copyright Def Jam/Roc-A-Fella 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.ins

Apr 9, 2019 • 50:03

32. The Magnetic Fields - 69 Love Songs w/ Catalano

32. The Magnetic Fields - 69 Love Songs w/ Catalano

Wait, how many? 

Izzy and Ruby from Catalano join us to talk The Magnetic Fields' epic 3-hour, 3-volume opus. Can a 69-song album be Flawless? All music samples used in this episode are copyright Feel Good All Over/Merge 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 als

Mar 26, 2019 • 48:24

31. Pearl Jam - Ten

31. Pearl Jam - Ten

The godfathers of grunge. The architects of alt-rock. Whatever you want to call them, Pearl Jam's role in shaping 90s rock and more is undeniable. Grant thinks their debut album is flawless - will Liam and George agree? 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 Instagr

Mar 10, 2019 • 52:43

30. Lauryn Hill - The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill w/ CJ Wallace

30. Lauryn Hill - The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill w/ CJ Wallace

Special guest CJ Wallace joins us to discuss one of her favourite albums, the acclaimed, beloved debut solo album from Lauryn Hill. Will Liam and Grant think it's Flawless? 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 A

Feb 24, 2019 • 49:10

29. Nick Drake - Pink Moon

29. Nick Drake - Pink Moon

George is going back to her English folk well to nominate Nick Drake's final album. Will Liam and Grant think that it's flawless?

 CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussion of suicide and depression. Please take care when listening. 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/

Feb 10, 2019 • 56:32

28. They Might Be Giants - Flood w/ Spencer Howson

28. They Might Be Giants - Flood w/ Spencer Howson

Can an album with 19 songs be flawless? 

Spencer Howson makes the case for the major label debut for They Might Be Giants - will the team be on board? 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 All music samples use

Jan 27, 2019 • 48:46

27. Backstage Series #1: Van Morrison - Astral Weeks w/ The Vasco Era

27. Backstage Series #1: Van Morrison - Astral Weeks w/ The Vasco Era

Welcome to our Backstage Series! For our first Backstage episode, Liam sits down with Ted and Michael from The Vasco Era to talk Astral Weeks, which is not only an amazing musical composition, it also has one of the weirdest backstories ever. This episode of Flawless recorded at the Corner Hotel, Melbourne. It was hosted by Liam McGinniss with special guests The Vasco Era. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://

Jan 20, 2019 • 42:21

26. Matchbox 20 - Yourself Or Someone Like You

26. Matchbox 20 - Yourself Or Someone Like You

"It might get a bit heavy, this one."

 We all have stories about our favourite albums, but Grant's love of Matchbox 20's debut album is tied to a family tragedy, and how it connected to him in a moment of darkness, which he opens up to us about on this episode. 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.instagr

Jan 13, 2019 • 46:38

25. Lorde - Pure Heroine w/ Lâlka

25. Lorde - Pure Heroine w/ Lâlka

Lâlka joins us again to discuss Lorde's stunning debut. Pure Heroine is an amazing album, and the fact that it was created by a 16-year old is even more mind-blowing. Will Liam and Grant think it's Flawless? 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/ All music samples used in this epis

Dec 30, 2018 • 39:22

24. The Streets - A Grand Don't Come For Free w/ Spencer Howson

24. The Streets - A Grand Don't Come For Free w/ Spencer Howson

It was supposed to be so eeeeeasyyyyyy.

 We're joined by Brisbane radio legend Spencer Howson to discuss his love of Mike Skinner's epic rap opera. Will everyone get on board with it being flawless? 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/ All music samples used in this episode are

Dec 16, 2018 • 55:16

23. Grimes - Art Angels w/ Lâlka

23. Grimes - Art Angels w/ Lâlka

Indie electronica artist Lâlka joins us to discuss her love of Grimes' self-produced, self-instrumentaled, self-artworked Art Angels. Will Liam and Grant think that it's flawless? Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, recorded at The Edge studios at the State Library of Queensland, 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/

Dec 2, 2018 • 43:49

22. Ween - The Mollusk w/ Paul Travers

22. Ween - The Mollusk w/ Paul Travers

PRAISE BE TO BOOGNISH AND HAIL TO THE ALMIGHTY WEEN! What is a flawless mollusk? Paul Travers reckons it's Ween's 1997 nautical opus, will Liam and Grant hail the Ween? Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, recorded at The Edge studios at the State Library of Queensland, 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/ All music

Nov 18, 2018 • 43:28

21. The Grates - Gravity Won't Get You High

21. The Grates - Gravity Won't Get You High

It only took us a year, but we finally got around to covering a Brisbane band. Liam thinks The Grates' debut album is a flawless capturing of their magnificent live show - will George and Grant be on board? Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, recorded at The Edge studios at the State Library of Queensland, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www

Nov 4, 2018 • 46:57

20. Cake - Fashion Nugget w/ Paul Travers

20. Cake - Fashion Nugget w/ Paul Travers

It's time for a trip down memory lane, as Liam and Grant are joined by Liam's high school friend Paul Travers to discuss one of the formative albums of their 20+ year friendship. Will Grant find Fashion Nugget flawless? Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, recorded at The Edge studios at the State Library of Queensland, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram

Oct 21, 2018 • 48:49

19. Everything Everything - Get To Heaven w/ Pete Kilroy (Hey Geronimo)

19. Everything Everything - Get To Heaven w/ Pete Kilroy (Hey Geronimo)

Our new episode continues our look at a couple of modern classics, and features the return of Pete Kilroy (Hey Geronimo), Plus, it's got a twist that would put M. Night Shyamalan to shame. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, recorded at The Edge studios at the State Library of Queensland, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fl

Oct 7, 2018 • 47:44

18. Solange - A Seat At The Table w/ Vlada Edirippulige

18. Solange - A Seat At The Table w/ Vlada Edirippulige

For the next couple of episodes, we're looking at some very modern classics. First up, we're joined once again by Vlada Edirippulige (Major Leagues, Vladik) to discuss Solange's 2016 masterpiece A Seat At The Table. Will George and Liam find it Flawless? Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, recorded at The Edge studios at the State Library of Queensland, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https:

Sep 23, 2018 • 48:16

17. Weezer - Pinkerton w/ Pete Kilroy (Hey Geronimo)

17. Weezer - Pinkerton w/ Pete Kilroy (Hey Geronimo)

Pete Kilroy from Hey Geronimo joins us to deconstruct Weezer's divisive second album, the Madama-Butterfly-inspired Pinkerton. Will Liam and George find it Flawless? Hey Geronimo's new album Content is out now - check it out on Spotify or whever you buy or listen to music. http://www.heygeronimo.com/ Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, recorded at The Edge studios at the State Library of Queensland, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https:

Sep 9, 2018 • 45:06

16. Missy Elliott - Under Construction (w/ Vlada Edirippulige)

16. Missy Elliott - Under Construction (w/ Vlada Edirippulige)

!edosipe weN. We're joined by Vlada Edirippulige (Major Leagues, Vladik) to talk all things Missy Elliott and her seminal 2002 album Under Construction. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, recorded at The Edge studios at the State Library of Queensland, 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/ All music samples used ar

Aug 26, 2018 • 45:46

15. The Living End - The Living End

15. The Living End - The Living End

We wrap up our trio of 90's Aus rock classics - Liam wasn't able to get Spiderbait or You Am I across the line, but will The Living End save the day? Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, recorded at The Edge studios at the State Library of Queensland, 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/ All music samples used are c

Aug 12, 2018 • 43:27

14. Deap Vally - Sistrionix (w/ Carrie Payne)

14. Deap Vally - Sistrionix (w/ Carrie Payne)

When is a feminist album not a feminist album? According to Deap Vally, it's when it's actually an empowerment album, that happens to be performed by women. Special guest Carrie joins us to discuss why she thinks this very special debut is a Flawless album. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, recorded at The Edge studios at the State Library of Queensland, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: ht

Jul 29, 2018 • 41:24

13. Billy Joel - The Stranger

13. Billy Joel - The Stranger

George does a deep dive on the Piano Man, having fallen in love with his soft love songs, and singing along to the rockier ones. But will Liam and Grant find it flawless? Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, recorded at The Edge studios at the State Library of Queensland, 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/ All mus

Jul 15, 2018 • 53:22

12. Fatboy Slim - You've Come A Long Way, Baby (w/ Carrie Payne)

12. Fatboy Slim - You've Come A Long Way, Baby (w/ Carrie Payne)

There’s never been a better time than right here, right now to check out our new episode. Fatboy Slim has come a long way baby, but in 1998 he was releasing his second album, and special guest Carrie is absolutely certain its Flawless.  Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, recorded at The Edge studios at the State Library of Queensland, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flaw

Jul 1, 2018 • 41:06

11. Counting Crows - August And Everything After

11. Counting Crows - August And Everything After

Sha la, la, la, la, la, la. Now that you've got Mr Jones in your head, why not have a listen to our new episode? Grant thinks Counting Crows' 1993 debut album is Flawless, will George and Liam be convinced? Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, recorded at The Edge studios at the State Library of Queensland, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flawlessamp Instagram: https://www

Jun 17, 2018 • 40:16

10. The White Stripes - De Stijl (w/ Michelle Burton)

10. The White Stripes - De Stijl (w/ Michelle Burton)

Everybody get your white pants and matching red and white tops ready, because for episode 10, we're tackling The White Stripes. Special guest Michelle Burton thinks their second album, De Stijl, is Flawless, but will Liam, George and Grant be on board? Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, recorded at The Edge studios at the State Library of Queensland, and produced by Liam McGinniss. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessamp/ Twitter: https://

Jun 3, 2018 • 43:57

Episode 9: PJ Harvey - Stories From The City, Stories From The Sea

Episode 9: PJ Harvey - Stories From The City, Stories From The Sea

PJ Harvey's fifth album won her the Mercury Music Prize (the first solo woman act to do so) as well as nominations for Grammy and Brit Awards. But was it Flawless? George certainly thinks so, and she makes her case to Grant and Liam. Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin, recorded at The Edge studios at the State Library of Queensland, and produced by Liam McGinniss. All music samples in this episode are copyright Island Records / Universal Music. Follow us on: Fa

May 20, 2018 • 46:34

Episode 8: The Drones - Havilah (w/ Dom Miller)

Episode 8: The Drones - Havilah (w/ Dom Miller)

Liam is joined once again by Dom Miller, who makes the Flawless case for The Drones' fifth album, Havilah. The Drones are one of Australia's best bands - will Liam be convinced?  Content Warning: This episode contains references to/discussion of suicide, although no specific acts, methods or individuals are discussed. Flawless is recorded at The Edge studios at the State Library Of Queensland. All music samples used are copyright ATP/MGM. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flawlessa

May 6, 2018 • 41:44

Episode 7: You Am I - You Am I's #4 Record (w/ Michelle Burton)

Episode 7: You Am I - You Am I's #4 Record (w/ Michelle Burton)

You Am I's fourth record, aka You Am I's #4 Record, was their third album in a row to debut at #1 in the ARIA charts, and, according to Liam and special guest Michelle Burton, was their fourth Flawless album. Will George and Grant agree? Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin. It is recorded at The Edge studio at the State Library of Queensland. This episode was produced by Liam McGinniss All music samples are copyright RA Records and Warner Music. Find us on Faceb

Apr 22, 2018 • 48:49

Episode 6: The Dandy Warhols - 13 Tales From Urban Bohemia

Episode 6: The Dandy Warhols - 13 Tales From Urban Bohemia

The Dandy Warhols' third album fuses country twang, indie pop and crunching guitars into a glorious whole. How much does special guest Dom Miller (ex-Rocketsmiths) love 13 Tales? Not only does he think it's Flawless, it changed the way he thinks about listening to and writing music. All music samples used are copyright Capitol Records. This episode of Flawless was hosted and produced by Liam McGinniss. It was recorded at the Edge Studios, State Library of Queensland. Find us on Facebook: faceboo

Apr 8, 2018 • 38:14

Episode 5: Spiderbait - Ivy And The Big Apples

Episode 5: Spiderbait - Ivy And The Big Apples

More than 20 years ago, Spiderbait were Liam's first ever concert, a show that set him down a path filled with sex (not really), drugs (nope) and rock and roll (fuck yeah). 2 decades later, Liam believes Spiderbait's 3rd album is flawless, but will George and Grant be willing to buy the pony? Flawless is hosted by Liam McGinniss, George Mannion and Grant Parkin. This episode was produced by Liam McGinniss Flawles is recorded at The Edge, State Library of Queensland All music samples are copyrigh

Mar 25, 2018 • 43:15

Episode 4: Laura Marling - I Speak Because I Can

Episode 4: Laura Marling - I Speak Because I Can

Do you remember what you were doing when you were 19? Laura Marling was busy releasing the second Mercury Prize-nominated album of her burgeoning career, I Speak Because I Can. George makes a pretty good case for it being a flawless album - will Liam and Grant be convinced? Want to join the conversation? Find us on Facebook (facebook.com/flawlessamp) and Twitter (twitter.com/flawlessamp) Flawless is recorded at The Edge Studios, State Library of Queensland. Hosted by George Mannion, Liam McGinni

Mar 11, 2018 • 42:32

Episode 3: Live - Throwing Copper

Episode 3: Live - Throwing Copper

Grant brings in his first Flawless album, and he's reaching back to his childhood for one of the first albums he liked growing up, Live's seminal Throwing Copper. Will George and Liam get on board? This episode was recorded in The Edge, State Library of Queensland. Hosted by George Mannion, Liam McGinniss and Grant Parkin. Produced by Liam McGinniss Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/FlawlessAMP Or Twitter: www.twitter.com/FlawlessAMP All music samples copyright Radioactive Records (1994).

Feb 25, 2018 • 33:54

2. Ben Folds Five - Whatever And Ever, Amen

2. Ben Folds Five - Whatever And Ever, Amen

In our second episode, George tries to convince Liam and Grant that Ben Folds Five's second album of piano-driven indie pop and rock is flawless. Will she succeed? Recorded at The Edge, State Library of Queensland. Hosted by George Mannion, Liam McGinniss and Grant Parkin. Produced by Liam McGinniss All music samples are copyright 550 Music, Caroline Records, Epic Records.

Feb 21, 2018 • 45:40

1. The Thermals: The Body, The Blood, The Machine

1. The Thermals: The Body, The Blood, The Machine

On the debut episode of Flawless, Liam goes to bat for The Thermals' third album, The Body, The Blood, The Machine (2006). Will he be able to convince George and Grant that it's a flawless album? Only one way to find out... (There are many ways to find out) This episode was produced by Liam McGinniss, and recorded by Aleisha McLaren. Artwork by Erik Veland. Samples used are copyright Sub Pop Records. Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/flawlessamp, Twitter: www.twitter.com/flawlessamp and Inst

Feb 20, 2018 • 41:28

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