There is a LOT of music in episode 14, and not so much in episode 15. In these later episodes, we are delving into plotlines that focus on the previously minor characters, Bill and Neal. Enjoy!
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Episode 14: Dead Dogs and Gym Teachers
SYNOPSIS
The episode begins with Lindsay trying to convince her parents to let her go to a Who concert. The rest of the episode is chock-full of Who tracks, with all but two of the songs by the famous rock band. In this episode, Bill finds out that his mom is dating Mr. Fredericks, and Bill struggles to come to terms with this. Meanwhile, Kim and Lindsay accidentally hit and kill Millie's dog. Inadvertently, they also nearly turn Millie to the dark side, until they admit what they did and Millie and Lindsay reconcile.
LESSONS TO BE LEARNED
Not everyone likes what you like, but that's okay.
In this episode, we struggle to watch Mr. Fredericks attempting to relate to Bill through competitve sports (which doesn't work, for obvious reasons). It takes the entire episode and a lot of emotion before Fredericks realizes that he can't relate to Bill through his default, sport-based interaction, and realizes he has to try to be interested in Bill's interests.
MUSIC FROM THIS EPISODE
All of the music in this episode, with the exception of the final song and an original by Nick, is by The Who, so I will only list song titles. A few of the songs are not very significant within the plotline of the episode, including "I'm Free" (1969), "Going Mobile" (1971), and "Drowned" (1973).
"I'm One" (1973) plays during Bill's daily routine eating grilled cheese, drinking milk and watching TV. Through lyrics, this song convey's that Bill is abnormal, but totally okay with who he is.
"Boris the Spider" (1966) This fast, minor song plays when Kim hits Millie's dog. It is interesting that this is a very historical song, with the first ever recorded death growl in music (in 1966!!). The song effectively conveys a mood of apprehension.
"Love, Reign O'er Me" (1973) The is undoubtedly a true rock classic that everyone has heard at least once. It plays when Mr. Fredericks is at Bill's place after spending the night with his mother. The song's use of homonyms 'reign' and 'rain' effectively convey the confusion and upset that Bill feels having his mother date Mr. Fredericks.
"Squeeze Box" (1975) This song, chock-full of conspicuous innuendo, is the song that Lindsay's parents listen to to determine whether she should go to the concert. They definitely picked the wrong one to listen to.
These are the songs not by The Who.
Nick Andopolis "Lady L" This is Nick's song for Lindsay, and quite honestly, the lyrics aren't too bad up to about 1 minute, although the guitar playing is terrible the whole time, and the vocals are actually embarassing after 1 minute. You can tell Jason Segel definitely took the performance and ran with it.
Seals & Crofts "Summer Breeze" (1972) This iconic, early 70's chart-topper is instant relaxation, and plays during Lindsay and Millie's reconciliation after Lindsay admits to hitting Millie's dog. The song simply conveys that the episode has come to resolution.
BEST QUOTES
"I heard Stevie Nicks is a witch." -Kim
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Episode 15: Noshing and Moshing
SYNOPSIS
Neil continues to struggle under the weight of the information about his father's adultery, but looks forward to confiding in his brother, who is coming home from college for the annual Schweiber party. Neil soon finds out that everyone in hsi family knows his dad is cheating, but that no one cares. Daniel and Kim break up, and Daniel tries to go punk, but utterly fails and ends up back in Kim's arms.
MUSIC FROM THIS EPISODE
Black Flag "Rise Above" (1981) This angsty punk track is what Daniel listens to at the end of his typical day, which is a hard one. The song is full of anger and rebellion, the first of which Daniel feels, and the second he craves.
X "Your Phone's Off the Hook, But You're Not" (1980) This is just a punk track that plays while Daniel gets ready to go to the punk gig. This is classic punk.
Dean Martin "You're Nobody till Somebody Loves You" (1961) This song is used as the string that ties the end of the episode. It plays over three separate scenes; the first is of the Weirs leaving the Schweibers' party, with Lindsay feeling blissful at the prospect of love with Neil's older brother. The song gives a hopeful tone to this scene, as Lindsay may be 'finding somebody to love.' The second scene is of Mrs. Schweiber cleaning up after the party, looking wistfully at her husband, symbolically distant and in the background. In this scene, the song is ironic, as it seems to play over a dead or dying love between husband and wife. The third and final scene is of Daniel returning to Kim. In this final case, the song is hopeful, and this hopeful scene of two young people caring about each other closes the episode off on a wistfully positive note.
BEST QUOTES
"You cut me off mid-funk!" -Bill
Episode 14: Dead Dogs and Gym Teachers
SYNOPSIS
The episode begins with Lindsay trying to convince her parents to let her go to a Who concert. The rest of the episode is chock-full of Who tracks, with all but two of the songs by the famous rock band. In this episode, Bill finds out that his mom is dating Mr. Fredericks, and Bill struggles to come to terms with this. Meanwhile, Kim and Lindsay accidentally hit and kill Millie's dog. Inadvertently, they also nearly turn Millie to the dark side, until they admit what they did and Millie and Lindsay reconcile.
LESSONS TO BE LEARNED
Not everyone likes what you like, but that's okay.
In this episode, we struggle to watch Mr. Fredericks attempting to relate to Bill through competitve sports (which doesn't work, for obvious reasons). It takes the entire episode and a lot of emotion before Fredericks realizes that he can't relate to Bill through his default, sport-based interaction, and realizes he has to try to be interested in Bill's interests.
MUSIC FROM THIS EPISODE
All of the music in this episode, with the exception of the final song and an original by Nick, is by The Who, so I will only list song titles. A few of the songs are not very significant within the plotline of the episode, including "I'm Free" (1969), "Going Mobile" (1971), and "Drowned" (1973).
"I'm One" (1973) plays during Bill's daily routine eating grilled cheese, drinking milk and watching TV. Through lyrics, this song convey's that Bill is abnormal, but totally okay with who he is.
"Boris the Spider" (1966) This fast, minor song plays when Kim hits Millie's dog. It is interesting that this is a very historical song, with the first ever recorded death growl in music (in 1966!!). The song effectively conveys a mood of apprehension.
"Love, Reign O'er Me" (1973) The is undoubtedly a true rock classic that everyone has heard at least once. It plays when Mr. Fredericks is at Bill's place after spending the night with his mother. The song's use of homonyms 'reign' and 'rain' effectively convey the confusion and upset that Bill feels having his mother date Mr. Fredericks.
"Squeeze Box" (1975) This song, chock-full of conspicuous innuendo, is the song that Lindsay's parents listen to to determine whether she should go to the concert. They definitely picked the wrong one to listen to.
These are the songs not by The Who.
Nick Andopolis "Lady L" This is Nick's song for Lindsay, and quite honestly, the lyrics aren't too bad up to about 1 minute, although the guitar playing is terrible the whole time, and the vocals are actually embarassing after 1 minute. You can tell Jason Segel definitely took the performance and ran with it.
Seals & Crofts "Summer Breeze" (1972) This iconic, early 70's chart-topper is instant relaxation, and plays during Lindsay and Millie's reconciliation after Lindsay admits to hitting Millie's dog. The song simply conveys that the episode has come to resolution.
BEST QUOTES
"I heard Stevie Nicks is a witch." -Kim
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Episode 15: Noshing and Moshing
SYNOPSIS
Neil continues to struggle under the weight of the information about his father's adultery, but looks forward to confiding in his brother, who is coming home from college for the annual Schweiber party. Neil soon finds out that everyone in hsi family knows his dad is cheating, but that no one cares. Daniel and Kim break up, and Daniel tries to go punk, but utterly fails and ends up back in Kim's arms.
MUSIC FROM THIS EPISODE
Black Flag "Rise Above" (1981) This angsty punk track is what Daniel listens to at the end of his typical day, which is a hard one. The song is full of anger and rebellion, the first of which Daniel feels, and the second he craves.
X "Your Phone's Off the Hook, But You're Not" (1980) This is just a punk track that plays while Daniel gets ready to go to the punk gig. This is classic punk.
Dean Martin "You're Nobody till Somebody Loves You" (1961) This song is used as the string that ties the end of the episode. It plays over three separate scenes; the first is of the Weirs leaving the Schweibers' party, with Lindsay feeling blissful at the prospect of love with Neil's older brother. The song gives a hopeful tone to this scene, as Lindsay may be 'finding somebody to love.' The second scene is of Mrs. Schweiber cleaning up after the party, looking wistfully at her husband, symbolically distant and in the background. In this scene, the song is ironic, as it seems to play over a dead or dying love between husband and wife. The third and final scene is of Daniel returning to Kim. In this final case, the song is hopeful, and this hopeful scene of two young people caring about each other closes the episode off on a wistfully positive note.
BEST QUOTES
"You cut me off mid-funk!" -Bill
Your blog is really well written, and really interesting! I keep meaning to watch this show, and forgetting, but I love hearing about all the music! Good job!
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