
Only Three Lads is a lively podcast celebrating the Golden Age of Alternative Music from the '70s, '80s & '90s. Join Uncle Gregg, Brett Vargo, and a variety of ”Third Lads” as we share our Top Fives, stories, and news about the music we love, and have a lot of fun along the way! Whether you‘re into indie, punk, new wave, Britpop, power pop, synth pop, shoegaze, grunge...or whatever...there is goin... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 387 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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What makes a great frontman? A technically perfect voice? Good looks? Someone who can work the stage and crowd? Someone who oozes personality, charisma, and showmanship? Does your mind instantly go to classic frontmen like Mick Jagger, Roger Dal... more
Welcome to the first Weekend Six Pack installment of 2026 - the "show within the show" where we spotlight six new tracks that have rocked our proverbial knickers off! Valentine's Day is coming a couple weeks early this year, because we've got two e... more
Ever since we were young lads, we played the silver ball. From Pacific Beach to Scottsdale, we must have played them all. But you ain't seen nothing like this in any podcast hall. This week, these lads sure talk a mean pinball!
Many musicians ha... more
Get your motor runnin', head out on the highway. Yup, this week we're looking for adventure...and whatever comes our way...because it's an O3L Road Trip! Everyone's piling in the van and bringing five albums with them.
Our Third Lad this week has ... more
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Such deep knowledge of alternative music… and tons of laughs and research!
As a guest on Only 3 Lads, it was a perfect visit for me as guest. Never a dull lull moment with Uncle Gregg the mystery man and Brett the talking book ))) A real treat! Thanks for sharing music and spotlighting my new book👍🏻
Witty, irreverent, informative and entertaining! What’s not to like? I’ve learned so much about the music I love and found myself wanting to hang out with Uncle Greg and Brett and drink beer with great music on!
Deep knowledge of the musical canon and charming funny guys all around. Also there’s lots of great deep cut recs coming from this show. Always a fun listen - keep up the great work!
This was my first time listening to Brett and Gregg of Only Three Lads. I was engaged from the start of the conversation and they never lost me for entire hour and half. Their guests were insightful, informative and entertaining. I too was a young adult in the 1980's and some of my fondest memories revolve around the music of that era. Thank you Brett and Gregg for a fun-filled show that I will continue frequent, as I now have some music homework to do and look forward to leaning more.
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Lively discussions celebrate the Golden Age of Alternative Music from the '70s to the '90s, encompassing various subgenres such as indie, punk, new wave, Britpop, and grunge. Episodes often feature engaging conversations about the hosts' top album and song picks, bolstered by personal anecdotes and humorous banter. The inclusion of diverse special guests, often from the music industry, enhances the exploration of topics like influential albums and unique musical pathways, making it a vibrant space for both music enthusiasts and casual listeners.
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Recent guests on Only Three Lads include:
1. Marc Valentine
2. Jamie James
3. Jim Basnight
4. John Kosh
5. Stefan Hunker
6. Sean Tollefson
7. Chris Munford
8. Derek Almstead
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