What do the Mayan calendar, a rainstorm over Red Rocks, and a surprise Hall of Fame induction all have in common? They're all part of the extraordinary story of STS9 — the livetronica pioneers, jam band legends, and self-proclaimed biggest band you've never heard of.

In this episode, Schecky traces STS9's journey from the suburbs of Atlanta to headlining Red Rocks 30 times over — unpacking the deep meaning behind the name Sound Tribe Sector 9, why their instrumental groove anthem Scheme is the perfect entry point for new listeners, and the full breakdown of their unforgettable 20th anniversary show where they performed Artifact front-to-back in the Colorado rain — only to be inducted into the Red Rocks Hall of Fame as a complete surprise. Plus: the time they opened for Jay-Z, the house they built in New Or ...