Only Three Lads is an American podcast collective composed of hosts Brett, Bueno, and Uncle Gregg, focused on documenting the musical evolution of the alternative scene between 1974 and 1999. The group utilizes a structured Top 5 format to analyze the historical significance of the era, exploring genres ranging from power pop and synth-pop to shoegaze and grunge. Their deep-dive approach is exemplified in their recent Top 5 Albums of 1998 series, where they provide track-by-track evaluations of late-nineties milestones. By transitioning their audio-only RSS feed broadcasts into a multi-camera video format for digital platforms, the trio integrates visual aids like album art to enhance leur musicology discussions. They prioritize the preservation of physical media culture, often referencing the influence of British publications such as NME and Melody Maker. This analytical perspective allows the hosts to examine the lasting impact of one-word bands and non-album singles within the established alternative music canon.