Les meilleurs podcasts Classic Album (2024)

This week, Peter, Shaun and Tim discuss their least favourite songs by possibly the greatest band of all time, thus providing a potential track listing for a third mythical album to add to “The White Album” and “The Black Album”: “The Brown Album”. Topics discussed include the following. Will George and Ringo be over-represented in the list? Are la…

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Announcement: We're taking a break until January 7th! 1:19

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Hello! This is an announcement letting you know that we will be taking a break from uploading new episodes until the new year. We hope you have a great holiday season and we will see you again on January 7th! What did you think of this album? Send us a text! Support the show Patreon Website Polyphonic Press Subreddit Follow us on Instagram Contact:…

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Hard Fi 'Stars Of CCTV' with Richard Archer and Steve Kemp 39:35

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Stains 2004 and Rich, Steve, Kai and Ross (Aka Hard-Fi) are holed up in a nicotine stained, disused cab office making their debut album. An album that went on to sell over a million copies world-wide and receive a nomination for a Mercury Music Prize. This episode of the XS Long Player tells the story of that albums creation, the journey the band t…

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The Monkees' "The Monkees" 22:27

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In this Season 7 episode, I discuss The Monkees' debut album, The Monkees, giving a quick history of how the album came together, a rundown of the songs, my own personal take and ranking of the songs, and my overall rating of the album.

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Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Siembra (1978) 32:02

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Siembra is a landmark salsa album by Willie Colón and Rubén Blades, released in 1978. It is widely regarded as one of the greatest Latin music albums of all time and a defining work in the salsa genre. The album blends traditional Afro-Caribbean rhythms with socially conscious lyrics, addressing themes like social justice, urban struggles, and Lati…

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Music Scattegories 8 6:50

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In this Season 7 episode, my wife guest stars and we play a game of musical scattegories.

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King Crimson - Red: Review 1:49:02

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Peter, Shaun and Tim discuss their opinions of the seventh studio album by King Crimson, Red. The discussion includes: the band’s incredible musicianship, the relative merits of the albums in the Mark III period, whether the group sounds better with or without violin, and whether Starless is the greatest King Crimson track of all time. Also, can Ro…

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Jay-Z - Reasonable Doubt (1996) 34:29

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Jay-Z’s Reasonable Doubt, released on June 25, 1996, is a landmark album in hip-hop, celebrated for its nuanced storytelling, lyrical sophistication, and vivid portrayal of street life and ambition. As Jay-Z's debut, it showcases his rise from hustler to hip-hop mogul, blending introspective themes of ambition, betrayal, and survival. With producti…

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Rocky II Soundtrack 22:38

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In this Season 7 episode, I discuss the Rocky II soundtrack, giving a quick history of the movie, how the soundtrack came together, a rundown of the songs, my own personal take and ranking of the songs, and my overall rating of the album.

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Bachman-Turner Overdrive - Not Fragile (1974) 28:48

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Not Fragile by Bachman-Turner Overdrive, released in 1974, is a landmark hard rock album that solidified the band’s presence in the rock scene. Known for its raw, muscular sound, the album features heavy guitar riffs and the deep, distinctive vocals of Randy Bachman. The title track, Not Fragile, sets the tone with its powerful, aggressive sound, w…

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2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees 9:02

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In this Season 7 episode, I discuss the 2024 inductees to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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Camel - The Snow Goose: Review 1:36:46

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Peter, Shaun and Tim discuss their opinions of the third album by Camel, The Snow Goose. The discussion includes: the quality of Camel's musicianship, why they decided to do an instrumental album, where does the band stand in the British prog canon and to what extent can music represent images? Also, were the band influenced by 70's game show music…

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The Beatles - Please Please Me (1963) 39:10

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Please Please Me, the debut studio album by The Beatles, burst onto the scene in 1963, marking the beginning of Beatlemania and showcasing the group's electrifying energy and raw talent. Recorded in a single day at Abbey Road Studios, the album captures the essence of their early sound—a mix of rock and roll, skiffle, and R&B influences. With Lenno…

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Prince and the Revolution's "Purple Rain" 27:33

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In this Season 7 episode, I discuss Prince and the Revolution's hit album, Purple Rain, giving a quick history of how the album came together, a rundown of the songs, my own personal take and ranking of the songs, and my overall rating of the album.

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Stereo MCs 'Connected' with Rob Birch 32:38

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"Era-Defining" is one word (well, two words) to describe the album featuring on today's XS Long Player Podcast as Jim goes back to 1992 to talk about Stereo MC's iconic thrid album 'Connected'. Rob Birch talks about how their work changed with the onset of the 'Sample Wars', being Mercury Music Prize nominated alongside Suede and New Order and what…

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Queen - 1: Review 54:06

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Peter and Shaun were busy this week, so Tim did a monologue about the newly-rereleased Queen 1. The monologue includes: the uneven development between Queen’s songwriters, the brilliance of Brian May’s guitar playing, whether Queen’s singles are better than their albums, and is the cover an early example of ‘queering’? Also, was Freddie a Christian…

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Dire Straits - Self-Titled (1978) 29:40

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Dire Straits' self-titled debut album, released in 1978, introduced the world to the band’s stripped-down sound and Mark Knopfler’s distinctive guitar work. Blending elements of rock, blues, and country, the album was a refreshing contrast to the punk and disco sounds that dominated the late '70s. Its most famous track, "Sultans of Swing," is a sto…

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Before and Afters Game 5 6:21

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In this Season 7 episode, my wife guest stars and tries to correctly identify the combining word between two songs.

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Beastie Boys - Paul's Boutique (1989) 32:19

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Paul's Boutique by Beastie Boys, released in 1989, is a groundbreaking album that defied expectations with its dense, sample-heavy production. Moving away from the party-anthem style of their debut Licensed to Ill, the trio teamed up with production duo the Dust Brothers to create a sonic collage that blends funk, rock, jazz, and obscure records. K…

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John Fogerty's "Centerfield" 23:40

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In this Season 7 episode, I discuss John Fogerty's hit album, Centerfield, giving a quick history of how the album came together, a rundown of the songs, my own personal take and ranking of the songs, and my overall rating of the album.

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Led Zeppelin - 2: Review 1:46:09

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Peter, Shaun and Tim discuss their opinons of the second album by Led Zeppelin. The discussion includes: the British blues explosion of the sixties, the difference between English folk and American folk, why couldn’t the band think of proper names for their albums?, and did John Bonham write Whole Lotta Love? Also: are the lyrics on this album good…

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The Enemy 'We'll Live And Die In These Towns' with Tom Clarke. 30:33

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We are back in debut album territory with The Enemy's 'We'll Live And DIe In These Towns' on this episode of the XS Long Player as Jim Salveson is joined by the Coventry band's frontman Tom Clarke. We get all the stories behind the making of this 2007 classic including how a midnight drive to Scotland focused the bands mind, how Tom saw it as a cle…

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Frankie Goes to Hollywood - Welcome to the Pleasuredome (1984) 29:42

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Welcome to the Pleasuredome by Frankie Goes to Hollywood, released in 1984, is an ambitious and theatrical debut album that blends new wave, synth-pop, and dance music with a bold, provocative aesthetic. Spanning over an hour, the double album features iconic hits like "Relax" and "Two Tribes," which challenged social norms and pushed boundaries wi…

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Concert Review: Stevie Nicks 7:04

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In this Season 7 episode, I discuss my experience at the Stevie Nicks concert.

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Television - Marquee Moon (1977) 25:52

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Marquee Moon, the debut album by Television, released in 1977, is widely regarded as a cornerstone of punk rock and post-punk. With its angular, intricate guitar work and poetic lyrics, the album broke away from the fast-and-furious energy of typical punk, offering a more artful and complex sound. The title track, "Marquee Moon," with its extended …

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Olivia Newton-John's "Physical" 22:51

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In this Season 7 episode, I discuss Olivia Newton-John's hit album, Physical, giving a quick history of how the album came together, a rundown of the songs, my own personal take and ranking of the songs, and my overall rating of the album.

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CRAPA RANKS: GENESIS STUDIO ALBUMS 1:49:30

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Peter, Shaun and Tim rank the Genesis studio albums. There's a few surprises, and one or two good rants. Also, how many ways are there to count to 15? And what does Shaun's brother Steve think?Par timothyappleton

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Brian Eno - Another Green World (1975) 31:52

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Another Green World by Brian Eno, released in 1975, is a groundbreaking album that blends ambient soundscapes with more traditional song structures, marking a pivotal moment in Eno’s transition from rock music to the ambient genre he would later help define. The album is a rich tapestry of atmospheric instrumentals and lyrical tracks, using a wide …

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Rock and Roll Trivia 4 10:42

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In this Season 7 episode, my wife guest stars and reads me a 20 question quiz from a Rock and Roll Trivia book.

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Donovan - Sunshine Superman (1966) 23:22

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Sunshine Superman, released in 1966 by Scottish singer-songwriter Donovan, is often regarded as a pioneering album in the psychedelic rock genre. Blending folk, jazz, pop, and Eastern influences, the album showcases Donovan's signature dreamy vocals and poetic lyricism. The title track, "Sunshine Superman," became a major hit, with its swirling mel…

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The Cars' "The Cars" 13:21

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In this Season 7 episode, I discuss The Cars' debut album, The Cars, giving a quick history of how the album came together, a rundown of the songs, my own personal take and ranking of the songs, and my overall rating of the album.

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Jethro Tull - Aqualung: Review 1:44:34

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Peter, Shaun and Tim discuss their opinions of the fourth album by Jethro Tull, Aqualung. The discussion includes: Jethro Tull’s innovative lyrics, whether their style precipitated prog rock and heavy metal, why the album was so big in America, and, most crucially, was it a concept album or not? Also, did Ian Anderson really threaten to do a flute …

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Jet 'Get Born' with Nic Cester 22:47

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It's been a while but it's time to get back on the classic album train and delve into the debut album from Aussie band 'Je't as Nic Cester joins Jim Salveson on the XS Long Player! On this episode you'll hear about the early days (and early names) of the band, being thrust into the chaos of LA to record the debut and encountering "the worst Kiss tr…

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Carole King - Tapestry (1971) 18:50

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Tapestry by Carole King, released in 1971, is a landmark singer-songwriter album that captures the essence of 1970s folk-pop. Known for its deeply personal lyrics and soulful melodies, the album blends introspection with universal themes of love, loss, and resilience. Featuring iconic tracks like "It's Too Late," "I Feel the Earth Move," and "(You …

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Concert Review: Bruce Springsteen 7:37

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In this Season 7 episode, I discuss my experience at the Bruce Springsteen concert.

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Steppenwolf - Self-Titled (1968) 19:19

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Steppenwolf's self-titled debut album, released in 1968, is a landmark in the development of hard rock and heavy metal. The album features a gritty blend of blues, rock, and psychedelia, with raw vocals and distorted guitar work that set the tone for the band's rebellious sound. The record includes the iconic track "Born to Be Wild," which became a…

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