Best 1001 Albums Podcasts (2025)

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752 Snoop Doggy Dog - Doggystyle 35:26

1d ago35:26

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752 Snoop Doggy Dog - DoggystyleBy Birch

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The Story Behind: Janis Joplin - Pearl, Ep 204 1:43:51

4d ago1:43:51

1:43:51

Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Janis Joplin dreamed of being a famous blues singer and moved from Texas to San Francisco to make it happen. The guys discuss psych rock's delta blues origins, 70s keyboard aesthetics, and the importance of repertoire. Buy a copy of The Beverly Crushers "E…

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1001 Album Complaints: Hysteria by Def Leppard 1:26:42

19d ago1:26:42

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Jenn Tully joined the 1001 Album Complaints podcast in February to talk about the album Hysteria by Def Leppard. Host Rob Kassees was such a popular guest on our show, we thought we would run this episode on our feed this week. For more from the 1001 Album Complaints podcast and the Chop Unlimited, check out their link tree: https://linktr.ee/thech…

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Community Activist Jennifer Montgomery Talks About How to Make Change In Your Community 29:55

5d ago29:55

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Jennifer Montgomery from Voices for Progress Lake Travis (@v4plaketravis) in the Austin, TX area joins Jenn Tully to talk about what people can do to affect change in their own community at times when they may feel uncertain or scared. https://ltvoicesforprogress.org/ https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0jJDIds32MBVgQ5L2jE5bY?si=37bb039a549e40f2 1. Y…

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751 Orbital - Orbital 2 26:57

4d ago26:57

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751 Orbital - Orbital 2By Birch

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750 Björk - Debut 32:17

8d ago32:17

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750 Björk - DebutBy Birch

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The Story Behind: Fugees - The Score, Ep 203 1:23:09

11d ago1:23:09

1:23:09

Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Fugees took a big label advance and built a studio in their New Jersey basement so they could relax and take their time making The Score. The fellows get together to discuss low harmonies, creative sample repurposing, and yodeling in hip hop. Join our Mail…

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Super Awesome Mix's Matt Sidhom (and Jenn!) talk Yacht Rock! 27:20

12d ago27:20

27:20

Matt Sidhom, co-host of the Super Awesome Mix and The Battle podcasts, joins Jenn Tully to go through yacht rock songs past and present. They also make a big announcement about the next season of The Battle! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3YOz4DtZZHLKGgwCwojh0a?si=cPm0M-0MT2W5ayrdKpFrgQ 1. Never Be the Same - Christopher Cross 2. Carry Me Away -…

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749 Wu-Tang Clan - Enter the Wu-Tang 36 Chamber 40:41

11d ago40:41

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749 Wu-Tang Clan - Enter the Wu-Tang 36 ChamberBy Birch

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748 The Fall - The Infotainment Scan 24:57

15d ago24:57

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748 The Fall - The Infotainment ScanBy Birch

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The Story Behind: Sex Pistols - Nevermind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Ep 202 1:34:22

18d ago1:34:22

1:34:22

Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Sex Pistols arose from a clothing store in London and rode a wave of controversy straight to the top on their debut album. The team discuss partial bass playing, political jabbering in punk, and rolling your R's as a frontman. Join our Mailing List here: h…

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747 Sheryl Crow - Tuesday Night Music Club 35:56

18d ago35:56

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747 Sheryl Crow - Tuesday Night Music ClubBy Birch

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Blur - Modern Life Is Rubbish 30:57

22d ago30:57

30:57

Blur - Modern Life Is RubbishBy Birch

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The Story Behind: The Beverly Crushers - Enterprise 1:27:54

24d ago1:27:54

1:27:54

The Beverly Crushers themselves (Rob and Tom from 1001 Album Complaints) recount how a modern indie band makes and releases a record. Plus we answer listener submitted questions about the process - from songwriting to arrangment to track order and mixing decisions. Buy a copy of The Beverly Crushers "Enterprise" (Rob and Tom's new album) and have a…

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The Story Behind: David Bowie - The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars SIDE 2, Ep 201 1:29:17

25d ago1:29:17

1:29:17

Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. David Bowie finally locked in on a way to connect with the record buying public - by transforming himself into an alien savior / fame monster. The guys continue their 200th episode celebration and talk about unintelligible but cool lyrics, the melodic bass…

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Deepening Intimacy Through Music with Nancy Lynch 29:49

26d ago29:49

29:49

Intimacy Coordinator Nancy Lynch (@classintimacyacts) joins Jenn Tully to talk about the role of an intimacy coordinator and how music can deepen intimacy in all of our relationships from romance to friendships to family. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0VHivNfFNJKh4kkvGSZA5X?si=288aa4fd4044425a 1. As by Stevie Wonder 2. Intimacy by Londrelle 3. …

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PJ Harvey - Rid of Me 33:27

25d ago33:27

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PJ Harvey - Rid of MeBy Birch

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744 Pet Shop Boys - Very 29:27

29d ago29:27

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744 Pet Shop Boys - VeryBy Birch

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Our 200th Episode! The Story Behind: David Bowie - The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars: SIDE 1 1:26:33

1M ago1:26:33

1:26:33

Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. David Bowie wanted to be a star. It took a few tries but after changing his name and shaving his eyebrows off, he finally made it. The boys celebrate a big milestone episode and discuss methods for learning vocal harmony, ancient Egyptian religions, and vo…

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WAYLT Time Capsule: Celebrating St Patrick's Day!! 23:05

1M ago23:05

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Arriving perfectly on St. Patrick's Day, Jenn Tully celebrates her Irish heritage with some history of the day and a mix of songs to help you appreciate Irish culture regardless of your own background. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2x2JX1Yzitn6yJb6XFR5iS?si=48189b68a690449f 1. Favourite by Fontaines D.C. 2. Take Her In Your Arms by The Fenians …

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743 Jamiroquai - Emergency on Planet Earth 31:57

1M ago31:57

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743 Jamiroquai - Emergency on Planet EarthBy Birch

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742 Nirvana - In Utero 39:56

1M ago39:56

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742 Nirvana - In UteroBy Birch

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The Story Behind: Nine Inch Nails - The Downward Spiral, Ep 199 1:45:53

1M ago1:45:53

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Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Nine Inch Nails was born from the late night studio experiments of Trent Reznor, who rocketed to stardom in the early nineties with this sonically experimental and lyrically provocative album. The boys discuss Trent's rural Pennsylvania beginnings, early P…

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Craig Parks (and Jenn!) talk about the Power of Music in Parenting! 34:18

1M ago34:18

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Craig Parks, the creator of Parenting A to E, From Stress to Smiles, joins Jenn to talk about how music can help you parent and bond with children. You can check more including some free music here: https://linktr.ee/craigparksmusic https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5o6toQZ2uZED0T5a4RUxZa?si=d13507851f8542ec 1. Let Me Get By by Tedeschie Trucks Ban…

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741 Grant Lee Buffalo - Fuzzy 21:28

1M ago21:28

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741 Grant Lee Buffalo - FuzzyBy Birch

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BONUS: Song Battle: The Best #1 Hit of 2024 - Episode 1 (of 5) 47:50

1M ago47:50

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Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Song Battle is our Patreon-only bonus show where contestants select songs to compete in a bracket system and over the course of 5 episodes we pit them against each other to determine the one true winner in Episode #5. The theme for this Song Battle is 2024…

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740 Aimee Mann - Whatever 21:58

1M ago21:58

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740 Aimee Mann - WhateverBy Birch

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WAYLT Presents: Super Awesome Mix's Sam Abousalbi's 40th Birthday Mix! 31:05

2M ago31:05

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We had a special birthday in the Super Awesome Mix Family recently. Our own Sam Abousalbi turned 40. He gave us a special mix for his 40th birthday so we're running it in this feed this week. Celebrating 40: A Musical Journey of Reflection, Growth, and New Beginnings Turning 40 is more than just a number—it's a celebration of the journey so far and…

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739 Afghan Whigs - Gentlemen 28:57

2M ago28:57

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739 Afghan Whigs - GentlemenBy Birch

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The Story Behind: Harry Nilsson -Nilsson Schmilsson, Ep 198 1:32:38

2M ago1:32:38

1:32:38

Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Harry Nilsson ping-ponged through the songwriter-for-hire business and got some very famous admirers in the process before finding critical success with his breakthrough hit Nilsson Schmilsson. The fellas welcome an old friend and discuss half-baked song s…

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738 Liz Phair - Exile in Guyville 32:27

2M ago32:27

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738 Liz Phair - Exile in GuyvilleBy Birch

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WAYLT Time Capsule: Songs for Troubling Times 28:15

2M ago28:15

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Jenn is back with a WAYLT Time Capsule. This time it's songs that get her through Troubling Times. Check it out and let her know what you think [email protected] or @SuperAwesomeMix https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6OJRhQkdyejpP0jDQYHQ9u?si=ec85dd8d196f4015 1. Circle by Edie Brickell and New Bohemians 2. Have a Little Faith In Me by John Hi…

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737 The Auteurs - New Wave 24:57

2M ago24:57

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737 The Auteurs - New WaveBy Birch

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The Story Behind: Van Halen - 1984, Ep 197 1:46:41

2M ago1:46:41

1:46:41

Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Van Halen got their start on the Pasadena house party scene then became one of the top selling bands of all time, but by 1984 they were tired of the road and ready for a change of scenery. The team welcome a special guest to discuss stage presence, bass pl…

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736 Smashing Pumpkins - Siamese Dream 44:26

2M ago44:26

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736 Smashing Pumpkins - Siamese DreamBy Birch

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735 Paul Weller - Wild Wood 29:27

2M ago29:27

29:27

735 Paul Weller - Wild WoodBy Birch

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WAYLT Presents: Super Awesome Runner 17:18

2M ago17:18

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This week we present an episode of Super Awesome Runner, another show on the Super Awesome Mix Podcast network. If you like it, please subscribe. Recently, Sam suffered from vertigo, and had to stay off screens for a while. It ended up being a really positive experience. This week we cover: How social media is designed to keep you on there Why our …

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The Story Behind: Aphex Twin - Selected Ambient Works 85-92, Ep 196 1:30:51

2M ago1:30:51

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Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Aphex Twin was tinkering with sound and household electronics from an early age then joined and expanded upon the acid house movement of the late 1980s. The team welcome an old friend and synth expert to help sort through the tall tales of Richard D James'…

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734 Suede - Suede 31:57

2M ago31:57

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734 Suede - SuedeBy Birch

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733 PJ Harvey - Dry 30:27

2M ago30:27

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733 PJ Harvey - DryBy Birch

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Patrick Tully, Jenn's husband, joins Jenn to talk Love Songs!! 28:54

2M ago28:54

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Patrick Tully, Jenn's husband, joins Jenn on the show this week just ahead of Valentine's Day to talk about love songs and some secrets to a long lasting relationship. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4VZkzZMHA581XoBIiuvfNU?si=b2c9095c7e7c4342 1. New Years Day by Taylor Swift 2. Babylon Sisters by Steely Dan 3. Wish You Were Here by Pink Floyd 4. …

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The Story Behind: Muddy Waters - At Newport 1960, Ep 195 1:57:09

2M ago1:57:09

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Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Muddy Waters was a sharecropper who became a blues superstar. The boys discuss harmonica playing, field recordings, and the lasting influence of a true innovator. Listen to / Support The Beverly Crushers "Enterprise" (Rob and Tom's new album) Check out mus…

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732 Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan - Party Devotional Songs 21:58

2M ago21:58

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732 Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan - Party Devotional SongsBy Birch

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731 Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds - Henry's Dream 34:56

2M ago34:56

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731 Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds - Henry's DreamBy Birch

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WAYLT Time Capsule: Getting Up & Moving On! 28:17

2M ago28:17

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Jenn Tully once again presents a WAYLT Time Capsule. This time focusing on songs that inspire you to Get Up And Move On! Listen in to hear your new favorite song and send us more of them @SuperAwesomeMix. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2zHjvtG9IAjiwSu9mPzweR?si=644c49b748cf4c3e 1. See the Lights by Simple Minds 2. Waiting Room by Fugazi 3. Heart…

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The Story Behind: Def Leppard - Hysteria, Ep 194 1:26:43

2M ago1:26:43

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Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Def Leppard had tasted arena rock success with their breakthrough hit Pyromania but they still wanted more, so teaming up with Mutt Lange they headed into the studio to create a hair metal version of Thriller. The guys get together to discuss terrible lyri…

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730 Alice in Chains - Dirt 43:56

3M ago43:56

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730 Alice in Chains - DirtBy Birch

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729 Pantera - Vulgar Display of Power 36:26

3M ago36:26

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729 Pantera - Vulgar Display of PowerBy Birch

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Rob Kassees of the Beverly Crushers (and Jenn!) talk about his latest music project! 35:54

3M ago35:54

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Rob Kassees of the 1001 Album Complaints podcast and The Chop Unlimited joins Jenn Tully to talk about his new music project the Beverly Crushers inspired by Star Trek: The Next Generation! @1001albumcomplaints @thechopunlimited @thebeverlycrushers https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3Hb3kTF9GbmamZrLKkv4F1?si=0634d1f8ced6470a 1. Kiss Me, Son of God b…

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The Story Behind: Little Richard - Here's Little Richard, Ep 193 2:04:37

3M ago2:04:37

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Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Little Richard was a born performer from a young age, and by leaning into a larger than life persona ended up inventing rock and roll (and possibly all other modern musical genres). The team get together to discuss mic clipping, rhyming dictionaries, and t…

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