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The Ongoing History of New Music, Episode 822: The history of nerd rock

May 11, 2018May 14, 2018 Alan Cross 1 Comment Alt-J, Barenaked Ladies, Devo, Filk Music, Geek Rock, Leslie Fish, Nerd Rock, Nerf Herder, PIxies, Talking Heads, They Might Be Giant, Weezer

nerd: (nərd) n. informal. 1. A foolish of contemptible person who lacks social skills or is boringly studious. 2. A

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Who Are The Musicians Behind Your Favourite TV Theme Songs?

July 9, 2016July 10, 2016 Nerhys 4 Comments Danny Elfman, Gary Portnoy, Jesse Frederick, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, Lazlo Bane, Merv Griffin, Mike Post, Nerf Herder, Oingo Boingo, Television, The Refreshments, Theme Songs, They Might Be Giants

While many people can sing along to their favourite TV show’s theme song, far fewer can name the musicians behind

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10 Famous TV Theme Songs Performed by Artists You Know

October 22, 2015October 22, 2015 Former Contributor 6 Comments Barenaked Ladies, Big Bang Theory, Dr. John, Hazzard, Intervention, King Of The Hill, Malcolm In The Middle, Nerf Herder, Oasis, Orange is the New Black, Ozzy Osbourne, Primus, Regina Spektor, Royle Family, South Park, The Refreshments, They Might Be Giants, Waylon Jennings

By Adam Morrison Over the years, many established artists have been tasked with providing the intro music for TV shows,

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