In this episode of Fool's Anthem, John and Rich discuss the unique sound of the band, Morphine. They share an admiration for the band's authentic style and instrumentation which primarily featured a two-string slide bass, saxophones, and drums. The Fools dig into the lyrics of the song Thursday from the second album, Cure for Pain. Rich shares a personal story of how he met the frontman, Mark Sandman, and his memorable experience of seeing the band's energetic live performance on their home turf. After Sandman's tragic death in 1999, Morphine disbanded but a posthumous album was released. The Fools wrap up the episode acknowledging that Morphine's captivating and distinct sound keeps the music timeless and relevant.