Best 1001 Album Podcasts (2024)

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#167 Jesus Christ Superstar 1:47:18

1h ago1:47:18

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Jesus Christ Superstar started with a hit single and a followup concept album, before any stage show or film was considered. The boys talk about their Catholic upbringing, killer rhythm sections of the 60s, and rock and roll Jesus. Email us your complaints (or questions / comments) at 1001AlbumComplaints@gmail.com Listen to our episode companion pl…

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675 George Michael - Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1 39:56

2h ago39:56

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675 George Michael - Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1By Birch

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Jed Shaffer: Video Game Historian 1:27:13

15h ago1:27:13

1:27:13

Join host Matt Miller in an enlightening conversation with Jed Shaffer, co-host of First Gen Gamers, as they delve into the fascinating evolution of video game consoles. From the groundbreaking Magnavox Odyssey to the cutting-edge systems of today, Jed and Matt explore the rich history and innovative advancements that have shaped the gaming industr…

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674 Happy Mondays - Pills 'n Thrills and Bellyaches 29:57

11m ago29:57

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674 Happy Mondays - Pills 'n Thrills and BellyachesBy Birch

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#166 Marilyn Manson - Antichrist Superstar 1:51:00

4h ago1:51:00

1:51:00

Brian Warner grew up in Florida playing dungeons and dragons and trying his hardest to get a reaction from his loving family. He got exactly what he wanted with the band / persona Marilyn Manson. The team get together and discuss 90s hard rock production techniques, open tunings, and the studio antics of Trent Reznor. Email us your complaints (or q…

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673 Pet Shop Boys - Behaviour 29:27

8d ago29:27

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673 Pet Shop Boys - BehaviourBy Birch

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672 Digital Underground - Sex Packets 31:57

12d ago31:57

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672 Digital Underground - Sex PacketsBy Birch

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#165 Duran Duran - Rio 1:27:27

5d ago1:27:27

1:27:27

Duran Duran set their minds to take over the world with their music, and smartly leveraged their image (and MTV) to international success. The boys talk about killer bass playing, sequencers out of time with the band, and well crafted interlocking song arrangements. Email us your complaints (or questions / comments) at 1001AlbumComplaints@gmail.com…

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671 Megadeth - Rust in Peace 24:42

15d ago24:42

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671 Megadeth - Rust in PeaceBy Birch

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670 Pixies - Bossanova 28:57

19d ago28:57

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670 Pixies - BossanovaBy Birch

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#164 Herbie Hancock - Headhunters 1:16:25

12d ago1:16:25

1:16:25

Herbie Hancock had hits, a solo career, and the best possible jazz pedigree as a sideman but he still wanted more. His evolution led to the formation of the HeadHunters band and a deeper connection to the funk genre. The boys talk about drummers who keep it interesting, bass players who miss the chance to play iconic bass lines, and cracking open t…

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669 Depeche Mode - Violator 35:26

22d ago35:26

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669 Depeche Mode - ViolatorBy Birch

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Clementine Moss, Drummer for Zepparella and Author of Bonham to Buddha and Back. 1:07:54

16d ago1:07:54

1:07:54

Clementine Moss, drummer for the band Zepperella, discusses her journey as a musician and finding spiritual healing through music. She shares her experience of moving to New York to pursue a career in writing, but ultimately discovering her passion for drumming. Moss talks about the formation of Zepperella, a Led Zeppelin tribute band, and their su…

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668 Black Crowes - Shake Your Money Maker 28:27

16d ago28:27

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668 Black Crowes - Shake Your Money MakerBy Birch

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#163 The Guess Who - Share the Land 1:27:14

19d ago1:27:14

1:27:14

The Guess Who started earlier than you think they did and came from a place that produces very few hit rock and roll bands. The guys discuss long outros, Canadian winters, and the rock and roll growl of Burton Cummings. Email us your complaints (or questions / comments) at 1001AlbumComplaints@gmail.com Listen to our episode companion playlist (comp…

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667 The La's - the La's 26:27

29d ago26:27

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667 The La's - the La'sBy Birch

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666 Deee-Lite - World Clique 28:27

1M ago28:27

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666 Deee-Lite - World CliqueBy Birch

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Keith Davis: Free Range Collectibles 32:03

26d ago32:03

32:03

Matt Miller sits down with Keith Davis from Free Range Collectibles, a true legend in the Sanford area known not only for his expertise in GI Joe's and Star Wars collectibles but also for his incredible guitar skills. Keith has been a go-to source for all things collectible for years, offering a wide range of items that will surely pique the intere…

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#162 Tito Puente - Dance Mania Vol. 1 1:16:08

26d ago1:16:08

1:16:08

Tito Puente fused Latin rhythms with big band jazz arrangements and became an ambassador for Latin music throughout the world. The fellas discuss marimba solos, laying back on the piano, and starting your professional music career before puberty. Email us your complaints (or questions / comments) at 1001AlbumComplaints@gmail.com Listen to our episo…

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665 The Shamen - En-Tact 29:25

1M ago29:25

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665 The Shamen - En-TactBy Birch

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Rob Kassees, co-host of '1001 Album Complaints' podcast and Musician. 34:44

1M ago34:44

34:44

Host Matt Miller talks with Rob Kassees, one of the hosts of the 'Thousand and One Album Complaints' podcast. We get into Rob’s background in music and the creation of the podcast. The conversation also covers his early music experiences, the albums he loves, and what he’s doing in music today. We cover a wide range of music-related topics, includi…

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Kaleidoscope Podcast: Lost and Found, tales of the Snatcher 7:29

1M ago7:29

7:29

Students of the Kaleidoscope video productions class learned how to make a podcast this week during camp. I was honored to teach the class. I thought they did an amazing job writing the story. Our podcast starts at the beginning of the day, as Kaleidoscope campers are coming into the school for the day. Before this story is over, Students will go m…

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664 Cocteau Twins - Heaven or Las Vegas 29:57

1M ago29:57

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664 Cocteau Twins - Heaven or Las VegasBy Birch

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663 NWA - Straight Outta Compton 36:56

1M ago36:56

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663 NWA - Straight Outta ComptonBy Birch

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#161 Outkast - Stankonia 1:39:23

1M ago1:39:23

1:39:23

Outkast upended expectations for what a hip hop album could be and continued to defy the norms on their first self-produced album Stankonia. The fellas welcome a special guest from the VerseChorusVerse podcast and discuss "tornado" productions, sticking to a positive message, and the magic of self-editing. Check out special guest dl's podcast @Vers…

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Artistic Expression with Shane Shane Rogers: Comedian and Podcaster 1:01:42

1M ago1:01:42

1:01:42

Host Matt Miller interviews Shane Rogers, a comedian, author, and co-host of the Midnight Facts for Insomniacs podcast. They discuss Shane's background in artistic expression, including his experience in a circus as a child and his involvement in bands as a teenager. Shane opens up about his career as a stand-up comedian and his transition into pod…

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662 Jungle Brothers - Done by the Forces of Nature 25:57

1M ago25:57

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662 Jungle Brothers - Done by the Forces of NatureBy Birch

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661 Janet Jackson - Rhythm Nation 1814 33:57

2M ago33:57

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661 Janet Jackson - Rhythm Nation 1814By Birch

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#160 Bon Jovi - Slippery When Wet 1:23:18

1M ago1:23:18

1:23:18

Bon Jovi put the hours in on the Jersey Shore club scene before hitting the big time in the 1980s with their breakthrough album Slippery When Wet. The guys discuss Jon's golden retriever good looks, Ritchie's overused pinch harmonics, and the power of an entire stadium singing back at you. Email us your complaints (or questions / comments) at 1001A…

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Neil Ellis: Comic Book Genius 47:23

2M ago47:23

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Host Matt Miller sits down with the Comic Book Genius, Neil Ellis, for an in-depth conversation about all things comics. From Neil's journey into the world of comics, to his expansive collection and current reading preferences This episode delves into his passion for the medium. Listen in as Neil shares his favorite comics, sheds light on beloved c…

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660 De La Soul - 3 Feet High and Rising 35:36

2M ago35:36

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660 De La Soul - 3 Feet High and RisingBy Birch

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#159 Mudhoney - Every Good Boy Deserves Fudge 1:45:16

2M ago1:45:16

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Mudhoney were the early success of the Seattle grunge scene but never quite hit mainstream success like their many local peers and former bandmates. The fellas discuss noise guitar solos, drummer Dan Peters' stint in Nirvana, and how punk it is to never ever have band practice. Special guest Conan Neutron joins from Protonic Reversal! Email us your…

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659 Soul II Soul - Club Classics Vol. One 25:57

2M ago25:57

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659 Soul II Soul - Club Classics Vol. OneBy Birch

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658 Fugazi - Repeater 39:26

2M ago39:26

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658 Fugazi - RepeaterBy Birch

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#158 The Zutons - Who Killed......The Zutons? 1:24:15

2M ago1:24:15

1:24:15

The Zutons came bursting out of the cosmic scouse scene of early 2000's Liverpool and were immediately hyped as the UK's next big thing. The team discuss scooby doo theme music, trusting in your material, and leaning into odd melodic choices. Email us your complaints (or questions / comments) at 1001AlbumComplaints@gmail.com Listen to our episode c…

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657 Bonnie Raitt - Nick of Time 27:57

2M ago27:57

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657 Bonnie Raitt - Nick of TimeBy Birch

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Philip Blackett: The Path to Success 43:35

2M ago43:35

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Host Matt Miller, talks with Philip Blackett: Author, Consultant, Minister, and Father. Philip shares his path to success and the importance of academic excellence and building relationships. He discusses his journey from growing up in Memphis to attending the University of North Carolina and later working on Wall Street. Philip also talks about hi…

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656 Pixies - Doolittle 46:13

2M ago46:13

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656 Pixies - DoolittleBy Birch

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#157 The Killers - Hot Fuss 1:12:48

2M ago1:12:48

1:12:48

The Killers came roaring out of Las Vegas desert with the flashing lights behind them. The boys discuss underbaked melodies, Bono's love for the SM58, and a the power of a kicking band to make even the dorkiest of singers confident. Email us your complaints (or questions / comments) at 1001AlbumComplaints@gmail.com Listen to our episode companion p…

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655 Aerosmith - Pump 37:56

2M ago37:56

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655 Aerosmith - PumpBy Birch

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654 Barry Adamson - Moss Side Story 26:57

2M ago26:57

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654 Barry Adamson - Moss Side StoryBy Birch

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#156 Sleater-Kinney - Dig Me Out 1:12:47

2M ago1:12:47

1:12:47

Sleater-Kinney pushed Riot Grrrl and the Olympia, Washington music to the masses with their breakout album Dig Me Out. The boys discuss excellent drumming, the "1st idea is best" aesthetic, and the dreaded goat vibrato. Email us your complaints (or questions / comments) at 1001AlbumComplaints@gmail.com Listen to our episode companion playlist (comp…

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653 Coldcut - What's That Noise 28:27

3M ago28:27

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653 Coldcut - What's That NoiseBy Birch

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Star Wars Edition! With Hannah Bursey and Kyle Whiltshire. May the 4th be with you! 1:13:15

3M ago1:13:15

1:13:15

In this conversation, the host and guests discuss their plans for Star Wars Day and share their first Star Wars memories. They also talk about their favorite Star Wars scenes and characters they would be friends with. The conversation then moves on to the order in which to watch the Star Wars movies, with suggestions for introducing the franchise t…

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652 808 State - 90 33:27

3M ago33:27

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652 808 State - 90By Birch

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Bonus: Song Battle: March Radness #1: The Best Song of the 80s Episode 33:22

3M ago33:22

33:22

We've been hard at work on a brand new show at 1001 Album Complaints - it's a Patreon-only bracket competition called Song Battle, where contestants choose songs to rep, and we all vote to eventually crown the winner. We wanted to give our loyal listeners a little preview of what Song Battle is like with Episode #1 of our recent "March Radness" edi…

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#155 Chvrches - The Bones Of What You Believe 1:16:01

3M ago1:16:01

1:16:01

Chvrches found themselves a surprise internet sensation after releasing their very first song to a music blog before even considering playing live shows. The fellas talk about Glasgow bands, letting arrangements breathe, and the pop music machine. Email us your complaints (or questions / comments) at 1001AlbumComplaints@gmail.com Listen to our epis…

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651 The Cure - Disintegration 35:26

3M ago35:26

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651 The Cure - DisintegrationBy Birch

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Atelier is the way. And other Art conversations with Mandy Theis 41:34

3M ago41:34

41:34

Mandy is an atelier-trained artist, licensed art educator, and Director of the School of Atelier Arts. Mandy takes pride in helping people find their inner artist, especially if they feel they don’t have one. During her 17 year art education career, She has become a trainer of art teachers, provides professional development for how to teach realism…

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650 Kate Bush - The Sensual World 27:57

3M ago27:57

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650 Kate Bush - The Sensual WorldBy Birch

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