Best Expat Rebel Podcasts (2024)

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The 2nd Golden Age of Rock: 1970 - Into the Mystic 2:25:37

10h ago2:25:37

2:25:37

In which the Curmudgeons continue their romp through rock's second golden age by revisiting perhaps the age's most underrated year. There were a ton of great albums released in 1970, as we discuss at least half-a-ton of those albums during this episode. It was a year when the rock 'n' roll generation started to mature and grow more varied in its ta…

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Hip-Hop's Golden Age (1986-1991) 2:15:59

21d ago2:15:59

2:15:59

In which The Curmudgeons straight cold rock a party and revisit hip-hop's greatest, most electrifying, most unendingly thrilling period, which stretched from 1986 to 1991. We tear through 12 brilliant albums and dozens of awesome singles that taught all the MCs and producers that followed how it should it be done--and how it would be done from here…

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Rod Stewart - WTF Happened?! 1:22:42

13d ago1:22:42

1:22:42

In which The Curmudgeons marvel at the trainwreck that the career of a pretty fabulous rock 'n' roll singer became. Rod Stewart's gravelly, soulful voice was the engine for a series of great ramped-up yet mostly acoustic albums in the late 1960s and early 1970s, all of which cemented a solid legacy for the singer. And then Stewart became beholden t…

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The 2nd Golden Age of Rock: 1969 - Peace, Love and Blood 2:31:24

27d ago2:31:24

2:31:24

In which The Curmudgeons meditate on one of rock's most important years. The music of 1969 was as inspiring as the times it was released were tumultuous. The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and The Who all released celebrated masterworks. Southern rock was born, and the newfangled form of funk continued to evolve. And two gigantic festivals hit the Uni…

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In Defense Of...The Doors 1:48:14

1M ago1:48:14

1:48:14

In which The Curmudgeons make the case for what we think is one of the most underrated bands of all time: The Doors. Wait. The Doors?! Yup. Once revered and now reviled, The Doors, we believe, are viewed by younger generations as a Baby Boomer fossil that is as pretentious as it is insufferable. But that misses the mark badly. Listen as we discuss …

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Black Rebel Motorcycle Club - The Most Underrated Band of the 00's 1:03:29

2M ago1:03:29

1:03:29

In which The Curmudgeons introduce you--again--to your new favorite band. Black Rebel Motorcycle Club spliced the neo-psychedelic swagger of bands like The Brian Jonestown Massacre with the rawkin' menace of the Stone Roses, Oasis and other British bands to offer a maximal yet poignant vision of what rock 'n' roll should be. Their five-album output…

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The 2nd Golden Age of Rock: 1968 - Say You Want a Revolution? 2:06:47

3M ago2:06:47

2:06:47

In which The Curmudgeons explore the dichotomous year that followed 1967's Summer of Love trippiness. The previous year's highs represent a peak creative burst. Well, where to go next? That's where the era's most storied artists diverged. On the one hand, you had bands that went bigger and bolder--The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix and The Grateful Dead fal…

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Spam Calls and Paradise: An Expatriate's Journey in Mexico 0:14

3M ago0:14

0:14

In this episode of Expat Rebel, the host discusses their personal experience living as an expat in Mexico and shares updates about their lifestyle. They provide details of a recent windstorm and their hobbies such as writing and converting old slides into JPEGs. The host also discusses the results of a survey for the top expat locations, revealing …

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Hip-Hop Comes of Age (1980-85) 1:38:28

4M ago1:38:28

1:38:28

In which the Curmudgeons marvel at how quickly, and how well, hip-hop evolved after the Sugar Hill Gang's massive 1979 hit "Rapper's Delight" changed the game completely for everyone. We tell the story of how entrepreneurs, hustlers and visionaries seized the moment to bridge gaps between the streets, the art galleries and the record-label boardroo…

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Rock 'n' Roll's Greatest B-Sides 1:38:27

4M ago1:38:27

1:38:27

In which the Curmudgeons count down our selections for the 50 best B-side songs in rock history. The B-side is something of a lost art as digital music dominates and physical media becomes less prevalent. But there was a time when the other side of the 45 or tracks 2 and 3 of the CD maxi-single mattered. There, you could find songs the artist inten…

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The 2nd Golden Age of Rock: 1967 - Arrivals in Technicolor 2:24:04

5M ago2:24:04

2:24:04

In which The Curmudgeons revisit an unbelievably fertile year for popular music during the 20th century. The Beatles dropped Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band. James Bown dropped "Cold Sweat." And a staggering number of artists announced their arrival in stunning fashion--Aretha Franklin, Jimi Hendrix, the Velvet Underground and others. And, yes…

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Our Top 10 Albums of 2023 1:30:28

5M ago1:30:28

1:30:28

In which The Curmudgeons each reveal their favorite records of the year. Frankly, it was a mediocre past 12 months for popular music, and there aren't a whole lot of records people will remember a decade from now. Yet there were some gems, and during this moment in time, we're excited to share our picks. Call it a public service. Enjoy a sampler pl…

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Blind Melon is the BEST CD I Have! 1:18:19

6M ago1:18:19

1:18:19

In which The Curmudgeons celebrate an underrated classic album that was Chris's favorite for a stretch when he was 18 years old. Yes, the episode title is a direct assertion about Blind Melon's debut record Chris made once upon a time to Arturo. But was it a warranted statement from a tortured 18-year-old kid? Of course not, but don't we all have a…

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The Best of the Neil Young Archives...So Far 1:47:38

6M ago1:47:38

1:47:38

In which The Curmudgeons plumb the vast archival releases of one of our favorite artists, Neil Young. Chris, in fact, considers himself a Neil Young-ologist, and he takes the lead in touring ten of the most essential releases in what has seemed, since 2009, like a never-ending torrent of live recordings and unreleased studio material dating all the…

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Money-Saving Travel Tips and Expat News 8:42

7M ago8:42

8:42

In this episode of Expat Rebel, the host shares money-saving travel tips, news about shorter US passport processing times and discusses Travel and Leisure's destination of the year. Moreover, the experience of living as an expat in Mexico, the caution required when investing in foreign lands, the growing acceptance of same-sex couples in Mexico and…

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The 2nd Golden Age of Rock: 1966 - A Tale of Three Albums 1:50:51

7M ago1:50:51

1:50:51

In which the Curmudgeons revisit the year when rock 'n' roll exploded into psychedelic glory. The Beach Boys' Pet Sounds, Bob Dylan's Blonde on Blonde and The Beatles' Revolver greatly expanded rock's vocabulary--with a little help from their friends. All three albums are considered timeless greats, and we discuss the myriad reasons why. We also pa…

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Secrets of Mexican Malls and Expat News 12:44

7M ago12:44

12:44

In this episode of the podcast Expat Rebel, the host discusses various subjects about being an expat. Topics covered include the secrets of Mexican shopping malls, advice on tipping while on a cruise, the aftermath of a natural disaster in Acapulco, and more. The host discusses the realities of life as an expat, such as the unpredictability of weat…

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EU Travel Authorization System Coming mid 2025, Delta fixes come changes and adds new entertainment plane system, Money transfer app pays huge fine, Is Costa Rica too expensive?, Is the Mexican Superpeso ... 6:07

7M ago6:07

6:07

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: EU Travel Authorization System Coming mid 2025, Delta fixes come changes and adds new entertainment plane system, Money transfer app pays huge fine, Is Costa Rica too expensive?, Is the Mexican Superpeso driving away people? and more Expat News Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2…

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In Defense Of...Boston’s ”Boston” 1:24:42

7M ago1:24:42

1:24:42

In which The Curmudgeons espouse the virtues of Bston's glorious, pioneering arena rock masterpiece. Boston's self-titled debut was the product of the creative mind and engineering talents of a guy who worked by day as an engineer for Polaroid. His use of multiple tracks to layer lead guitar parts and vocals effectively created what became a cliche…

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Will Flying Become Only For The Rich, US Flight Attendants May Strike, The Future Is No Passports, Hidden Resort Fees May Be Gone Soon, International Tourism In México Increased Again and more Expat News ... 8:55

7M ago8:55

8:55

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: Will Flying Become Only For The Rich, US Flight Attendants May Strike, The Future Is No Passports, Hidden Resort Fees May Be Gone Soon, International Tourism In México Increased Again and more Expat News Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-10-21 ★ Support this podcast ★…

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Home Exchanging To Paris, NYC Airbnb Ban Leads To Complete Chaos, Cruise Ship Line Has Most Profitable Quarter Ever, Chiapas México Is Not Expat Friendly, and more Expat News 10:02

7M ago10:02

10:02

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: Home Exchanging To Paris, NYC Airbnb Ban Leads To Complete Chaos, Cruise Ship Line Has Most Profitable Quarter Ever, Chiapas México Is Not Expat Friendly, and more Expat News Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-10-14 ★ Support this podcast ★…

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Remember When U2 Did NOT Suck? 1:43:14

8M ago1:43:14

1:43:14

In which the Curmudgeons remember and pay fond tribute to one of our favorite bands of all time, which now unfortunately is masquerading as an emblem for Las Vegas tourism. We give close attention to the hope, grace and sense of wonder that made the band's anthemic brand of rock 'n' roll so magnificent. We focus especially on the period between 198…

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Ecuador murders up amongst criminals, China is buying up Peru, Conde Nast Traveler Top of 2023 articles, US FAA Not Shutting Down, 6 Places In Mexico Where You Can Live For Under $1,250 A Month, and more ... 11:09

8M ago11:09

11:09

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: Ecuador murders up amongst criminals, China is buying up Peru, Conde Nast Traveler Top of 2023 articles, US FAA Not Shutting Down, 6 Places In Mexico Where You Can Live For Under $1,250 A Month, and more Expat News Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-10-07 ★ Support this podca…

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2023 Global Retirement Index Is Out, US FAA Shutting Down?, Delta Apologizes For Recent Changes, Bright Ideas In Travel 2023, Google's AI adds new capabilities in travel planning, and more Expat News 17:29

8M ago17:29

17:29

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: 2023 Global Retirement Index Is Out, US FAA Shutting Down?, Delta Apologizes For Recent Changes, Bright Ideas In Travel 2023, Google's AI adds new capabilities in travel planning, and more Expat News. Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-09-30 ★ Support this podcast ★…

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The 2nd Golden Age of Rock: 1965 - A Story in Seven Acts 1:38:09

8M ago1:38:09

1:38:09

In which the Curmudgeons focus their gaze on music that exploded into our cultural consciousness 58 years ago--and is still exploding now. For the second consecutive year, The Beatles and Bob Dylan changed and everything and then some. The Rolling Stones started writing songs and kicking ass. James Brown, The Byrds, The Who and The Beach Boys also …

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Venice will give day-tripper fee a test run, Delta Overhauls SkyMiles Elite Status and Sky Club Access, How to Choose the Best Seats on a Plane, Independence Day In México, and more Expat News 8:34

8M ago8:34

8:34

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: Venice will give day-tripper fee a test run, Delta Overhauls SkyMiles Elite Status and Sky Club Access, How to Choose the Best Seats on a Plane, Independence Day In México, and more Expat News. Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-09-16 ★ Support this podcast ★…

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The End of Airbnb in New York, Costa Rica: Increased Period of Stay to 180 days for some visitors, 7 Countries Where You Can Afford to Retire by the Beach, and more Expat News 7:16

9M ago7:16

7:16

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: The End of Airbnb in New York, Costa Rica: Increased Period of Stay to 180 days for some visitors, 7 Countries Where You Can Afford to Retire by the Beach, and more Expat News. Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-09-09 ★ Support this podcast ★…

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The Top 40 Rock Songs About Or In New York City 1:49:44

9M ago1:49:44

1:49:44

In which the Curmudgeons wake up in the city that never sleeps once more and offer a countdown of what we think is the definitive list of the greatest 40 rock 'n' roll songs about the Big Apple. We touch on the city's love-hate dichotomies and make the argument that these songs paint the city as an experience more than as a residence. And Arturo re…

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Jimmy Buffett Tribute 2:04

9M ago2:04

2:04

Last week, the world lost the legendary Jimmy Buffett. Reflecting upon his legacy, it's evident he played an instrumental role in shaping my path as an expat in México. Jimmy's music has always been a beacon, emphasizing the beauty of slowing down. In the whirlwind of life, songs like "Margaritaville" hinted at the allure of a simpler, carefree exi…

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Adults-only airlines, Cancun hotel have deals right now, Theft of passports happen more often in this scenario, No legal weed in Costa Rica for now and more Expat News 10:45

9M ago10:45

10:45

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: Adults-only airlines, Cancun hotel have deals right now, Theft of passports happen more often in this scenario, No legal weed in Costa Rica for now and more Expat News - Expat Rebel Chris 🧜🏻‍♂️ Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-09-02 ★ Support this podcast ★…

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Visa Researching, 2023 Travel Trends Report is out, Surprise Trips Are Becoming More Popular, Costa Rica Cost Of Living Is Rising Fast, US Updated A Mexican Travel Alert and more Expat News 9:58

9M ago9:58

9:58

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: Visa Researching, 2023 Travel Trends Report is out, Surprise Trips Are Becoming More Popular, Costa Rica Cost Of Living Is Rising Fast, US Updated A Mexican Travel Alert and more Expat News - Expat Rebel Chris 🧜🏻‍♂️ Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-08-26 ★ Support this podc…

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American Travelers Are Shunning the U.S. for Europe, Europe's travel authorization system (not a visa) maybe coming soon, 5 tips for embracing mindful travel, To Drive or Not to Drive in Mexico and more ... 12:30

9M ago12:30

12:30

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: American Travelers Are Shunning the U.S. for Europe, Europe's travel authorization system (not a visa) maybe coming soon, 5 tips for embracing mindful travel, To Drive or Not to Drive in Mexico and more Expat News. - Expat Rebel Chris 🧜🏻‍♂️ Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-…

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Hip-Hop ”Turns 50”: A Meditation on Its Birth 1:47:04

9M ago1:47:04

1:47:04

In which The Curmudgeons give the origins of hip-hop a serious treatment and contemplate the magical melding of time, place and resources that makes its early history so compelling. The pioneers of the genre stared down the destruction and impoverishment of the South Bronx with the swagger of kings, organically spinning celebration, and positivity,…

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Airbnb says value over hotels, Cancun: violent taxis will lose their permits due to attacks on Uber, Beware of real estate scams, What is Airplane mode really and more Expat News 10:39

10M ago10:39

10:39

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: Airbnb says value over hotels, Cancun: violent taxis will lose their permits due to attacks on Uber, Beware of real estate scams, What is Airplane mode really and more Expat News. - Expat Rebel Chris 🧜🏻‍♂️ Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-08-12 ★ Support this podcast ★…

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The 2nd Golden Age of Rock: 1964 - The Times They Are A Changin’ 1:40:19

10M ago1:40:19

1:40:19

In which The Curmudgeons launch their latest "golden age" series, this time on the one that arguably matters the most: the second one. Between 1964 and 1972, everything changed, and then changed again. The whole cultural powderkeg exploded into something thrilling, something indescribable and something that ensured podcasts like ours will always ex…

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US Americans will need a 'visa' for Europe next year, El Salvador the next hot expat location, Airbnbs are not great and Global Peace Index map and more Expat News 7:49

10M ago7:49

7:49

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: US Americans will need a 'visa' for Europe next year, El Salvador the next hot expat location, Airbnbs are not great and Global Peace Index map and more Expat News - Expat Rebel Chris 🧜🏻‍♂️ Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-08-05 ★ Support this podcast ★…

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Most Violent Cities In The World, México Peace Index, How Much Does It Take To Be Considered Rich In México, Barbie Mania In Latin American and more Expat News 8:12

10M ago8:12

8:12

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: Most Violent Cities In The World, México Peace Index, How Much Does It Take To Be Considered Rich In México, Barbie Mania In Latin American and more Expat News - Expat Rebel Chris 🧜🏻‍♂️ Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-07-29 ★ Support this podcast ★…

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How To Not Be an Ignorant Tourist, Favorite Resorts of Mexico, Summer trend is to Travel Within Mexico and more Expat News 5:29

10M ago5:29

5:29

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: How To Not Be an Ignorant Tourist, Favorite Resorts of Mexico, Summer trend is to Travel Within Mexico and more Expat News. - Expat Rebel Chris 🧜🏻‍♂️ Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-07-22/ ★ Support this podcast ★By Expat Rebel

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An Examination of the Black Crowes 1:17:48

10M ago1:17:48

1:17:48

In which The Curmudgeons marvel at the pure rock 'n' roll glory of what we think is an underappreciated band, The Black Crowes. The band blended the influence of the Rolling Stones, Faces, Humble Pie and dollops of Southern Rock into a blast of audio dynamite that exploded in...1990, when MC Hammer, Vanilla Ice and Paula Abdul otherwise ruled the u…

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US Passport new process, Quintana Roo is most popular vacation place in the world, public affection in Latin America and more Expat News 5:28

11M ago5:28

5:28

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: US Passport new process, Quintana Roo is most popular vacation place in the world, public affection in Latin America and more Expat News - Expat Rebel Chris 🧜🏻‍♂️ Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-07-15/ ★ Support this podcast ★…

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4th of July in Mexico, US Passport delays continue, most LGBTQ-friendly cities in Europe and more Expat News 11:18

11M ago11:18

11:18

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: 4th of July in Mexico, US Passport delays continue, most LGBTQ-friendly cities in Europe and more Expat News - Expat Rebel Chris 🧜🏻‍♂️ Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-07-08/ ★ Support this podcast ★By Expat Rebel

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James Brown...The Super Bad, Mr. Dynamite of All Legacies, Pt. 3 (1975-2006) 1:06:34

11M ago1:06:34

1:06:34

In which the Curmudgeons follow James Brown into his disco-era slump and his triumphant return to the top of the charts with the shining monument that was "Living in America." We also cover Brown's troubling descent into drug addiction and criminal behavior, which in 1988 culminated with a 2-year-plus prison sentence. There also are sordid allegati…

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The American Dream Has Moved Overseas, Yucatán México Deemed Safest Area In Latin America, Hurricane Season Has Started and more Expat News 11:22

11M ago11:22

11:22

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: Heat wave in Caribbean and México, Domestic Airfares Are Down, México Pesos Eases, Fostering Cats In Mexico Video and more Expat News - Expat Rebel Chris 🧜🏻‍♂️ Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-07-01/ ★ Support this podcast ★By Expat Rebel

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Heat wave in Caribbean and México, Domestic Airfares Are Down, México Pesos Eases, Fostering Cats In Mexico Video and more Expat News 11:42

11M ago11:42

11:42

Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. In this issue: Heat wave in Caribbean and México, Domestic Airfares Are Down, México Pesos Eases, Fostering Cats In Mexico Video and more Expat News - Expat Rebel Chris 🧜🏻‍♂️ Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-06-24/ ★ Support this podcast ★By Expat Rebel

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James Brown...The Super Bad, Mr. Dynamite of All Legacies, Pt. 2 (1966-1974) 1:26:09

11M ago1:26:09

1:26:09

In which The Curmudgeons get on up, get into it and get very, very involved in talking about one of the most extraordinary stretches of music ever produced by anyone. When James Brown went all in on what he called "The One," emphasizing the first beat in a four-beat measure, he sparked a musical revolution that not only invented funk but also defin…

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James Brown...The Super Bad, Mr. Dynamite of All Legacies, Pt. 1 (1956-65) 1:08:10

12M ago1:08:10

1:08:10

In which the Curmudgeons get on the good foot and launch a three-part look at the career of a man who may just be rock 'n' roll's truest genius. From jail time in his rough-and-tumble youth to showtime at the Apollo and the chart heights of "I Got You (I Feel Good), we trace the ascension of James Brown as he croons and shuffles his way to supersta…

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R.E.M. - Remember Those Guys? (featuring Tony Fletcher) 1:30:53

1y ago1:30:53

1:30:53

In which The Curmudgeons are joined by renowned author and R.E.M. biographer Tony Fletcher to fondly analyze the band's musical and cultural legacy, 40 years after the album Murmur changed rock expectations forever. We also discuss why one of the best bands in American history doesn't seem to get its due, despite its obvious influence on the sound …

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In Defense of...INXS! 1:55:58

1y ago1:55:58

1:55:58

In which the Curmudgeons are joined by South Korea-based radio DJ Daniel Springer to debunk myths and celebrate the music of Australia's coolest, sexiest--and best--band of the 1980s. INXS was far more than a band with one ubiquitous hit and a gorgeous, tortured lead singer. They took elements of funk, soul and jazz and melded them with New Wave se…

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Why My Chemical Romance Are...Shit!! 1:04:19

1y ago1:04:19

1:04:19

In which the Curmudgeons pulverize one of this century's most revered rock bands. And also perhaps its stupidest. Bandleader Gerard Way claims in interviews he formed My Chemical Romance after witnessing the Twin Towers fall from his native Northern New Jersey on 9/11. That's bad enough. Way and his mates then unleashed a torrent of disgustingly ce…

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Why The Killers Are...Shit!! 1:09:03

1y ago1:09:03

1:09:03

In which The Curmudgeons mix bewilderment with disdain in discussing the stench-filled star run of The Killers, the Vegas band by way of Utah who have aped a band or two -- or 50 -- you may know and love for nearly 20 years. We hold our noses and analyze a seven-album catalog that finds so-earnest-it-hurts bandleader Brandon Flowers travel a road f…

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