Top Albums of 1984 (Culture Club, Van Halen)
1984 had tons of iconic cultural moments - Gremlins and Ghostbusters hit theaters, the summer Olympics were in Los Angeles, and the Cosby Show and Miami Vice debuted on TV. Join us as we revisit two of the top selling albums from this year. Culture Club - Colour By...
The Power of Lyrics (Taylor Swift, John Lennon)
Feel the power... of words! Great lyrics have a way of cutting to the heart of our emotions, beliefs, and cultural values. Join us as we discuss a pair of records that smacked us in the face with their powerful lyrical punch. Taylor Swift - The Tortured Poets...
Final Albums (Sam Cooke, The Police)
Final albums are often last grasps at fame and money, but on occasion they serve as a fitting capstone to a band's career. On today's show we explore two final albums that we think send these legendary artists off on a good note. Sam Cooke - Ain’t That Good News...
Legendary Drummers (Neil Peart, Joey Jordison)
Drums have been a part of music for thousands of years, which is probably why it's so hard to imagine modern day music without them. On today's show we discuss what it takes to be a legendary drummer and some of our favorite drummer-focused records. Rush - Moving...
Hidden Gems (Talk Talk, Brad)
Many worthy records never receive the recognition they deserve. Promotion, timing and accessibility often get in the way of great art finding its way to the people that might appreciate it the most. On today's show we talk over two album gems from bands that never...
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