Backwards Beats Podcast

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Backwards Beats revisits the Rolling Stone 500 Greatest Albums of All Time, one album at a time. We dig into the music, the context, and the reputation, then decide how much of it actually holds up. Sometimes we agree. Sometimes we don’t. The list doesn’t get the final word, but every album gets a fair shake. New episodes every Tuesday.

  1. vor 4 Tagen

    2Pac - All Eyez On Me (#436)

    Welcome back to the Backwards Beats Podcast! After a month-long Northeast hiatus filled with $43 roadside lobster rolls, Carl and Dan are back in the studio. In Episode 436, the guys tackle Tupac Shakur's monumental, diamond-selling 1996 double album, All Eyez on Me. Rather than wading track-by-track through all 2 hours and 12 minutes of this 27-track epic, Carl and Dan build their ultimate 12-song "Dream Album" (plus one mandatory "Gimme" track) out of the collection. Along the way, they explore Tupac's activist roots in the Black Panther movement, his brilliant but paranoid persona, and the tragic sequence of events leading up to his untimely death. They also break down the record's legendary sample histories, debate the highest highs and lowest lows, and close things out with some stellar music recommendations. Key Points The Dream Album Formula: Rather than reviewing all 27 tracks, the hosts filter the double disc down to a tight, 12-song tracklist, revealing a surprising amount of consensus with eight matching songs between them. The "California Love" Remix Tragedy: A passionate breakdown of why the original radio cut of California Love (built on Joe Cocker's "Woman to Woman" riff) is an S-tier masterpiece, while the album's sluggish remix feels like an absolute disaster. Poetry vs. Paranoia: An examination of Tupac's complex dual nature—his brilliant storytelling and clever internal rhyming structure contrasted against the paranoia and aggressive posturing that defined his final months. What's in Your Ears: The guys share what they've been listening to lately, featuring Vulfpeck's incredible live Montreal performance (with Lewis Cato stepping in), The Bird and the Bee's Hall & Oates cover project, the Chick Corea Trio, and the Chemical Brothers' ultimate coding EP, Loops of Fury. This episode also features a contribution from Christine Kahn with Skin Vehicles (Dex Hannon) and their song "I Know Your Scars". You can learn more about them on Christian's Website or buy their song on Band Camp. Music References Sinéad O'Connor Howlin' Wolf Muddy Waters Phil Spector Miranda Lambert The White Album by The Beatles The Beatles The Wall by Pink Floyd Pink Floyd Digital Underground Jada Pinkett Woman to Woman by Joe Cocker Joe Cocker Snoop Dogg Nate Dogg Mos Def Talib Kweli Black Star Big Boi André 3000 Outkast Katy Perry Regulate by Warren G Warren G Yaki Kadafi Outlawz Tha Dogg Pound Dr. Dre Ice Cube The Roots Eminem Natasha Walker CPO Boss Hogg KC & JoJo Drake DMX Let's Get Together by Al Green Al Green Rhythm of the Night by DeBarge A Dream by DeBarge DeBarge No Diggity by Blackstreet Don't Leave Me by Blackstreet Blackstreet Danny Boy Kanye West Richie Rich Usher Gorillaz SZA Kendrick Lamar Daughter by Pearl Jam Pearl Jam 777-9311 by The Time The Time Morris Day Darling Nikki by Prince Prince Parliament Average White Band Johnny J Big Syke Chali 2na Jurassic 5 Michael McCary Boyz II Men Maceo Parker Fred Wesley and the Horny Horns James Brown Richard Pryor Vitamin C Brandy by The O'Jays The O'Jays Frankie Teardrop by Suicide Suicide Good Mood by Adam Levine Adam Levine Sugar by Maroon 5 Maroon 5 Sherry by Frankie Valli Frankie Valli I Ain't Worried by OneRepublic OneRepublic Back Pocket by Vulfpeck Dean Town by Vulfpeck Animal Spirits by Vulfpeck Vulfpeck Charles Jones Louis Cato Jacob Collier Interpreting the Masters Volume 1: A Tribute to Daryl Hall and John Oates by The Bird and the Bee The Bird and the Bee Nataly Dawn I Can't Go for That (No Can Do) by Hall & Oates Maneater by Hall & Oates Rich Girl by Hall & Oates Sara Smile by Hall & Oates Hall & Oates Trilogy 2 by Chick Corea Trio Chick Corea Trio Brian Blade Christian McBride Return to Forever John McLaughlin Loops of Fury by The Chemical Brothers Hey Boy Hey Girl by The Chemical Brothers The Chemical Brothers West End Girls by Pet Shop Boys Join us next week when we discuss, Actually by Pet Shop Boys.

  2. 28. Juli

    Gorillaz - Demon Days (#437)

    In Episode 83 of Backwards Beats, hosts Dan and Carl dive into Gorillaz’s acclaimed 2005 release, Demon Days, which comes in at No. 437 on Rolling Stone Magazine's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list. The hosts unpack the album's rich, layered production crafted by Damon Albarn and Danger Mouse, as well as its iconic roster of collaborators including MF Doom, De La Soul, Dennis Hopper, Booty Brown, and Neneh Cherry. Beyond the technical production, the discussion explores the project's conceptual lore, its underlying themes of environmental collapse, industrialization, and societal apathy, and how Albarn shed his personal ego to fully embrace his cartoon persona, 2D. Key Points Production & Listening Experience: The hosts analyze the album’s introverted vs. extroverted nature, noting that while some tracks can easily blend into the background, a high-fidelity or high-volume listen reveals incredible texture, deep sub-bass, and nuanced woodwind/orchestral layering. Damon Albarn’s Ego Shift: The discussion covers how Demon Days marked a turning point where Albarn fully stepped behind his virtual avatar 2D, casting aside his British alternative rock ego to lean into the concept of a cartoon band created alongside artist Jamie Hewlett. Next Week's Album: The hosts tease their upcoming double-album review of 2Pac’s classic 1996 release, All Eyez on Me. Music Referenced Damon Albarn Del the Funky Homosapien Deltron 3030 by Deltron 3030 Parklife by Blur Bernard Herrmann The Pharcyde Dennis Hopper MF Doom De La Soul Danger Mouse Gone Daddy Gone by Gnarls Barkley Crazy by Gnarls Barkley CeeLo Green Stadium Arcadium by Red Hot Chili Peppers Let It Be by The Beatles Katy Perry Tupac Shakur Neneh Cherry The Slits Sun Ra Foster the People Booty Brown Crazy in Love by Jay-Z Hihache by Lafayette Afro Rock Band J Dilla Jurassic 5 Chali 2na Mos Def Talib Kweli Black Star A Tribe Called Quest Three 6 Mafia Morgan Nicholls M83 Something About Us by Daft Punk Melodrama by Lorde Ike Turner Lil Jon Martina Topley-Bird Simon Tong Shaun Ryder Blurred Lines by Robin Thicke Basement Jaxx Lady Gaga Madonna Lenny Kravitz Jim James My Morning Jacket The Beach Boys London Community Gospel Choir Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps) by David Bowie Young Americans by David Bowie Fashion by David Bowie Young Americans by David Bowie Fame by David Bowie Maddie Ashman Angine De Poitrine Home Is by Jacob Collier Michael Mayo The Wow Signal by Muse Knights of Cydonia by Muse Join us Next week for the epic, All Eyez on Me by 2Pac.

  3. 21. Juli

    Blur - Parklife (#438)

    In this episode, Carl and Dan turn their attention to "Parklife" by Blur (1994), ranked at 438 on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list. The hosts, dive into this album that serves as a cornerstone of the 90s Britpop movement. Throughout the review, they explore the band's shift from debt-ridden alternative rock to chart-topping success, their satirical take on British culture, and the album's unexpected musical diversity. Key Points Musical Style & Influences: The album is noted for its experimental production and wide array of influences, including The Kinks, The Beatles, XTC, David Bowie, and Talking Heads. The hosts highlight the album's use of varied instrumentation, such as organs, harpsichords, and woodwinds, which adds a unique texture to the tracks. Satirical Storytelling: Blur draws inspiration from satirical observations of British working-middle class life. Songs like "Parklife" and "Tracy Jacks" are discussed as character sketches that utilize witty, observational songwriting. This episode also features the song Realign by Som Som an independant artist from Roterdam, Netherlands. Check them out, buy their music or stream them on any streaming platform. Music Referenced Black Hole Sun by Soundgarden Eight Days a Week by The Beatles Small Faces XTC Ziggy Stardust by David Bowie Talking Heads The Smiths (What's the Story) Morning Glory? by Oasis Wonderwall by Oasis The Kinks Men at Work The Bad Touch by Bloodhound Gang The Clash INXS They Might Be Giants Barenaked Ladies The Beach Boys Blood Sugar Sex Magik by Red Hot Chili Peppers Breaking the Girl by Red Hot Chili Peppers Thriller by Michael Jackson Beat It by Michael Jackson The Point! by Harry Nilsson Phil Daniels Black Flag Fugazi Dead Kennedys Sham 69 (Don't Fear) The Reaper by Blue Öyster Cult The Doors Time of the Season by The Zombies The Piper at the Gates of Dawn by Pink Floyd Scarecrow by Pink Floyd The Madcap Laughs by Syd Barrett Emerson, Lake & Palmer Butthole Surfers J Dilla MF DOOM Laura Nyro New Order Pet Shop Boys Stereolab Coldplay Gary Numan Love Shack by The B-52's Rock Lobster by The B-52's Primus R.E.M. Surrender by Cheap Trick DARE by Gorillaz Boyz II Men Cans Bad Bunny Buttered Baby Come Back by Ocean Alley Dirty Loops The Doobie Brothers Chapter 1 by SAULT Inflo CeeLo Green Beck Join us next week when we continue our Damon Albarn journey with Demon Days by Gorillaz.

  4. 14. Juli

    James Brown - Sex Machine (Live) (#439)

    Get on up! This week, Dan and Carl dive into James Brown’s monumental 1970 double album, Sex Machine (Live). Sitting high on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums list, this record is a legendary, high-energy masterclass in the evolution of funk. The guys break down the album’s unique hybrid structure—from the "live" studio tracks on Sides 1 and 2 (complete with hand-mixed fake crowd noise) to the raw, sweat-soaked energy recorded live in Augusta, Georgia on Sides 3 and 4. They dissect James Brown’s unmatched bandleader instincts, the incredible precision of a teenage Bootsy Collins on bass, Clyde Stubblefield’s mind-blowing drum pockets, and how this exact record basically served as the DNA for the golden era of hip-hop sampling. Key Points The "Live" Illusion: We pull back the curtain on the album's first half, exploring the production decisions to sweeten tight studio recordings with artificial crowd noise and heavy reverb. The Master of the Groove: An in-depth appreciation of the rhythm section—specifically Bootsy Collins' foundational, melodic basslines and Clyde Stubblefield’s legendary, intricate 16th-note drum patterns. The Blueprint for Hip-Hop: How this record became a goldmine for producers, with practically every track on the tracklist being sampled by the likes of A Tribe Called Quest, Ice Cube, and beyond. The "Licking Stick" Tangent: Dan shares a ridiculous, legendary IT workplace story involving his own custom-made "licking stick" (aka the office "Widow Maker"). Separating the Art from the Artist: A candid, real-talk discussion about James Brown's deeply volatile personal life, legal troubles, and domestic abuse, contrasted against his undisputed genius as a musical innovator. Music Referenced In the Summertime by Mungo Jerry Move On Up by Curtis Mayfield Chicago Frank Zappa Prince David Byrne Bootsy Collins James Jamerson Rocco Prestia Business Time by Flight of the Conchords Luther Vandross A Tribe Called Quest Footsteps in the Dark by The Isley Brothers Shout by The Isley Brothers Who's That Lady by The Isley Brothers Sissy Strut by The Meters Spinning Wheel by Blood, Sweat & Tears If I Ruled the World by Leslie Bricusse Aretha Franklin Otis Redding Buddy Rich Steely Dan Jacob Collier The Ronettes Michael Jackson Please Please Please by Sabrina Carpenter Espresso by Sabrina Carpenter Little Richard Chinese Wall by Philip Bailey Easy Lover by Philip Bailey Reasons by Earth, Wind & Fire Easy Lover by Phil Collins Reminiscing by Little River Band Isn't She Lovely by Stevie Wonder Higher Ground by Stevie Wonder Song 2 by Blur Damon Albarn Rubber Soul by The Beatles Funk Overload by Maceo Parker Everybody Wants to Rule the World by Tears for Fears Join us next week when we cover, Parklife by Blur.

  5. 7. Juli

    Loretta Lynn - Coal Miner's Daughter (#440)

    Welcome to the Season 4 premiere of the Backwards Beats Podcast! Hosts Carl and Dan kick off the season by diving into album number 440 on Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list: Loretta Lynn's 1971 classic, Coal Miner's Daughter. Clocking in at just under 30 minutes across 11 songs, this landmark release delivers straight-down-the-middle traditional country fare backed by an elite Nashville session crew. Carl and Dan break down the album’s technical production—from the brilliant engineering of plate reverbs and pre-delays to the stark, hard-panned stereo mixing of the era—while tracking the dramatic thematic arc of small-town pride, marital betrayal, and revenge. Key Points Elite Instrumentation: The record features stellar backing work from Lynn's "wrecking crew," including legendary background harmonies from The Jordanaires, Hargus "Pig" Robbins on piano, and standout pedal steel work. The Mechanics of Plate Reverb: Dan breaks down the iconic live-tracking environment at Bradley’s Barn, detailing how engineers utilized a 600-pound EMT 140 plate reverb and tape-head pre-delay to keep Loretta's vocals incredibly present yet deeply spacious. What’s In Your Ears?: Carl: Highly recommends Spinning Plums, a Japanese progressive rock band blending minimalism, shoe-gaze vocals, and clean Fender Jazzmaster tones. Dan: Shares his immersion in a Japanese experimental/drone project (The Gerogerigegege lineup featuring Kenji Hino) while taking a mental break from his intensive work composing a supernatural horror film score. Music References Linda Ronstadt King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard Crystal Gale Tammy Wynette Miranda Lambert Jason Isbel Hello Darlin by Conway, Twitty Conway, Twitty rhinstone cowboy by Glenn Campbell Glenn Campbell Elvira by Oak Ridge boys Oak Ridge boys Cheryl Crow Lorraine Allen Christophe Ray Price Peggy Sue Pig Robbins Amory Van Halen Spinning Plums Sungazer Shita Susha Kenji Hino Join us next week when we jump into the epic Sex Machine by James Brown.

  6. 3. Juli

    Hallelujah - Leonard Cohen

    In this solo Sidetrax episode, Dan pulls back the curtain on the brutal, agonizing ten-year journey behind one of the most famous songs in human history: Leonard Cohen’s "Hallelujah." We trace its roots from Cohen’s deep personal and professional collapse in the late 1970s following his disastrous collaboration with Phil Spector and the painful end of his relationship with Suzanne. Beyond the history, this episode goes deep into the music itself. Dan breaks down the actual song structure, explores the ancient myth of King David's lyre, and analyzes the specific musical harmony to see if we can finally decode what Cohen meant by "the secret chord."

    Hallelujah - Leonard Cohen

  7. 23. Juni

    Carl's Cover of Season 3

    It's that time again! Carl rolled the 20 sided die and pulled none other than David Bowie's Album Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps). What song will he choose to butcher this time? Listen to find out this on this weeks Sidetrack episode!

    Carl's Cover of Season 3

  8. 16. Juni

    Civil Disobedience - Songs to Revolt to pt. 2

    Music is a powerful method of communication. In our second installment of Civil Disobedience, we cover Social Satire and Environmental Protest songs. From Woody Guthrie to Buffalo Springfield, the Temptations to the Pixies. There's something for everyone! Name a podcast that will cover Marvin Gaye and Metallica in the same episode! Also check out part 1 from earlier this year!

    Civil Disobedience - Songs to Revolt to pt. 2
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Backwards Beats revisits the Rolling Stone 500 Greatest Albums of All Time, one album at a time. We dig into the music, the context, and the reputation, then decide how much of it actually holds up. Sometimes we agree. Sometimes we don’t. The list doesn’t get the final word, but every album gets a fair shake. New episodes every Tuesday.

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