Beste Classic Album podcaster (2025)

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Elvis Presley - Elvis is Back! 33:23

2d ago33:23

33:23

Elvis Is Back! is the tenth studio album by Elvis Presley, released on April 8, 1960. It marked his triumphant return to the recording studio after serving two years in the U.S. Army. The album showcased a more mature and versatile Elvis, blending rock and roll, rhythm and blues, pop, and even jazz influences into a polished and sophisticated sound…

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Bruce Springsteen's "Letter To You" 26:32

3d ago26:32

26:32

In this Season 7 episode, I discuss Bruce Springsteen's recent album, Letter To You, 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: THE TOP 10 WOMEN IN ROCK 1:48:08

3d ago1:48:08

1:48:08

Shaun, Peter and Tim discuss their favourite female rock artists. On the agenda for today: is cultural importance relevant to musical importance? Which is the best period for female rock stars? How do we distinguish an individual contribution from a collective one? And do women appreciate certain female artists more than men, and vice versa? Also, …

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Circa Waves 'Young Chasers' with Kieran Shudall 23:31

15d ago23:31

23:31

Circa Waves may have a brand new album out... but this podcast is going retro. 'Death and Love Pt1' is out now but for this episode of the XS Long Player we are going back to 2015 and the release of the debut 'Young Chasers'. We'll hear about the best and weirdest day of the bands life when they got their first radio play, how Kieran went from bedr…

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Digital Underground - Sex Packets 27:28

9d ago27:28

27:28

Digital Underground’s debut album, Sex Packets, is a landmark in hip-hop, blending humor, funk, and creativity into a genre-defying masterpiece. Released in 1990, the album is heavily influenced by the P-Funk sound of Parliament-Funkadelic, led by the charismatic Shock G (and his alter ego, Humpty Hump). The group’s playful, irreverent style is on …

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Movie Review: "Beatles '64" 6:57

10d ago6:57

6:57

In this Season 7 episode, I discuss some of the interesting moments from the documentary, "Beatles '64."

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Hawkwind - Warrior On The Edge Of Time: Review 48:17

10d ago48:17

48:17

Tim and Peter were busy this week, so Shaun had a debate with himself, about the fifth studio album by Hawkwind, Warrior On The Edge Of Time. The ‘discussion’ includes the following topics: where ‘Warrior’ stands in the Hawkwind canon, Hawkwind’s relationship to the British counterculture and whether ‘the Warrior’ was a metaphor for the band itself…

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Pink Floyd - Animals: Review 1:37:25

16d ago1:37:25

1:37:25

Peter, Shaun and Tim discuss their opinions of the tenth album by Pink Floyd, Animals. The discussion includes: whether the album was an attempt to fit in with the punk aesthetic, whether Roger Waters is a genius or not, to what extent is the band channeling George Orwell and what role love has to play in the album’s theme. Also, what is the band’s…

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Pet Shop Boys - Actually 26:08

16d ago26:08

26:08

Actually is the second studio album by the British synth-pop duo Pet Shop Boys, released on September 7, 1987. Building on the success of their debut album Please, Actually refined their signature blend of electronic dance-pop, witty lyricism, and social commentary. The album features some of their most iconic tracks, including "It's a Sin," a dram…

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The Police's "Ghost in the Machine" 24:11

17d ago24:11

24:11

In this Season 7 episode, I discuss The Police's hit album, Ghost in the Machine, 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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Cream - Wheels of Fire 37:30

23d ago37:30

37:30

Wheels of Fire is the third studio album by the British rock band Cream, released in 1968. It is a double album, with one disc featuring studio recordings and the other containing live performances. The album blends blues, psychedelic rock, and hard rock, showcasing the virtuosity of Eric Clapton (guitar, vocals), Jack Bruce (bass, vocals), and Gin…

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Album Cover Password 9 6:36

24d ago6:36

6:36

In this Season 7 episode, my wife guest stars and tries to describe three album covers from my collection using only five single-word clues.

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The Beach Boys - Smile: Review 46:42

26d ago46:42

46:42

Peter and Shaun were busy this week, so Tim had a conversation with himself, about the unreleased album by The Beach Boys, Smile! The ‘discussion’ includes: the myth versus the reality of Smile!, whether it really would have changed the course of rock history if it had been released, how it relates to the following album Smiley Smile and how The Be…

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Chic - C'est Chic 31:17

1M ago31:17

31:17

C'est Chic is the second studio album by the iconic disco and funk band Chic, released on August 11, 1978. This album solidified Chic’s place as a defining force in late 1970s disco music and pop culture. It features some of the most memorable grooves and polished production of the era, created by the legendary duo Nile Rodgers (guitar) and Bernard…

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Pink Floyd's "The Wall" 33:23

1M ago33:23

33:23

In this Season 7 episode, I discuss Pink Floyd's hit album, The Wall, 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: THE TOP 10 UK BANDS OF THE 60S, NOT INCLUDING THE BEATLES AND THE STONES 1:39:53

1M ago1:39:53

1:39:53

Peter, Shaun and Tim discuss their favourite 60s bands, minus ‘the big two’. How does the British rock and pop scene stand up without its two most famous elements? The guys discuss: the difference between musical contributions and cultural contributions, the influence of folk and blues, what it means to say that a band made its key contributions in…

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Elliott Smith - Either/Or 26:16

1M ago26:16

26:16

Either/Or is Elliott Smith's third studio album, released on February 25, 1997. Widely considered a seminal work in his discography, it bridges the intimate lo-fi charm of his earlier albums with the more polished, orchestral sound of his later works. The album's title references Søren Kierkegaard’s philosophical text of the same name, reflecting t…

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In Memory: 2024 7:02

1M ago7:02

7:02

In this Season 7 episode, I give a brief rundown of some of the musical artists that were lost in 2024.

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The Waterboys - Fisherman's Blues 30:08

1M ago30:08

30:08

Released in October 1988, Fisherman’s Blues marked a significant departure for The Waterboys, showcasing a rich blend of Celtic folk, country, and rock influences. The album is a soulful exploration of frontman Mike Scott's evolving musical vision, moving away from the "big music" sound of their earlier records toward a more organic and roots-orien…

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John Cougar Mellencamp's "Scarecrow" 24:10

2M ago24:10

24:10

In this Season 7 episode, I discuss John Cougar Mellencamp's hit album, Scarecrow, 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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John Martyn - Solid Air 27:35

2M ago27:35

27:35

Unlock the secrets behind John Martyn's genre-defying masterpiece "Solid Air" as we uncover how Martyn, much like Bob Dylan, reshaped the boundaries of British folk with his bold fusion of jazz, blues, and rock. Ever wondered how an album recorded in just eight days could produce such timeless tracks? We promise you'll gain fresh insights into the …

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Elton John or Meat Loaf Game 7 6:43

2M ago6:43

6:43

In this Season 7 episode, my wife guest stars and has to guess if a given lyric was sung by Elton John or Meat Loaf.

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Cream - Wheels Of Fire (Studio): Review 1:46:09

2M ago1:46:09

1:46:09

Peter, Shaun and Tim discuss their opinions of the third album by Cream, Wheels Of Fire (Studio). The discussion includes: whether the band can be considered psychedelic or not, why they are masters of the art of syncopation and why they hated each other so much. Also, was Cream really a jazz band but noone had bothered to tell Eric? Is Pressed Rat…

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Iron Maiden - The Number Of The Beast: Review 1:14:29

2M ago1:14:29

1:14:29

Peter and Shaun were busy this week, so Tim had a conversation with himself, about the third album by Iron Maiden, The Number Of The Beast. The ‘discussion’ includes: the programmatic nature of Maiden’s music, why this album is considered their best, why they always use the same chords, and which their best line-up was. Also, was Hallowed Be Thy Na…

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Don McLean's "American Pie" 24:04

2M ago24:04

24:04

In this Season 7 episode, I discuss Don McLean's hit album, American Pie, 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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On This Date: December 23, 1989 6:52

2M ago6:52

6:52

In this Season 7 episode, I look back at the top 10 albums on the Billboard 200 and the top 10 songs on the Billboard Hot 100 on December 23, 1989.

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CRAPA RANKS: THE BEATLES BROWN ALBUM 1:42:02

2M ago1:42:02

1:42:02

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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The Monkees' "The Monkees" 22:27

2M ago22:27

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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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Hard Fi 'Stars Of CCTV' with Richard Archer and Steve Kemp 39:05

3M ago39:05

39:05

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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Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Siembra 32:02

3M ago32:02

32:02

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

3M ago6:50

6:50

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

3M ago1:49:02

1:49:02

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 34:29

3M ago34:29

34:29

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

3M ago22:38

22:38

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 28:48

3M ago28:48

28:48

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

3M ago9:02

9:02

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

3M ago1:36:46

1:36:46

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 39:10

3M ago39:10

39:10

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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