Explore “The Finale”—a curated 2008 mixtape capturing college life, political change, and the anxiety of impending fatherhood. Featuring Atmosphere, Sage Francis, Bob Marley, 311, and Aesop Rock
Music
Mostly improvised music by Nick Ring and BW Derge
Jams Music
Real-Life “Backrooms” Encounters and Vintage Drum Gear
In this episode of the Jam Notes podcast, the hosts discuss the acquisition of a new drum kit inherited through family, which sparks a nostalgic reflection on their musical history and old equipment.
Mix Playlists Music
Stop Sign Playlist: A 2011 Journey of Sobriety
Explore the Stop Sign playlist: a 2011 narrative of marriage, graduation, and sobriety featuring The Mars Volta, Tool, and Eminem.
Jams Music
New Music: Improvised Trash Can Jam Session
BW Derge and Nick Ring, hosts of the Jam Notes Podcast, perform a “Trash Can Jam” in 2026 on Drums and Guitar
Mix Playlists Music
Music Mix: Playlist from 2012 – “Sunrise Serpent”
Amazon Music Mix: Playlist from 2012 that features Squirrel Nut Zippers, Puscifer, A Perfect Circle, Alice in Chains, Adele, Amy Winehouse, and more!
Jams Music
Jam Notes Podcast is Back in Season 2: Cave Diving (ep. 20)
Would you rather cave dive or sing in public? The Jam Notes podcast is back for season 2! With StarCraft talk!
Mix Playlists Music
Here’s a Bunch of Songs, including Toxicity by System of a Down
A 2013 Mixtape playlist – a “Bunch of Songs” – featuring Toxicity by a System of a Down, Icona Pop, and yes, even Kanye West. A playlist for those who have to grow-up, but need to keep the spark of youth burning within.
Fiction Jams Writing
From Hosts of Jam Notes: Discussing Upcoming Novel “Remember Me, Nothing”
Here’s a discussion about upcoming novel “Remember Me Nothing” between the Jam Notes hosts – the author (BW Derge) and the book’s editor (Nick Ring).
Mix Playlists Music
You Were Supposed to Be the End: Multi-Genre Playlist Featuring Atmosphere
2017 Mixtape – a Multi-Genre Playlist that “supposed to be the end” – with music by Atmosphere, 10 Years, Fiona Apple, and more!
Jams Music
Breaking Math and Illusions of Understanding: Jam Notes Podcast
Nine Inch Nails, Sublime, Mars Volta… these bands are mentioned in the seasonal finale of the Jam Notes podcast. There’s also discussions about math, ghosts, bigfoot, and more!