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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. HACE 6 DÍAS

    Bo Diddley - Two on One (#455)

    Dan and Carl explore Bo Diddley / Go Bo Diddley – Two On One, diving into the foundational sound that helped shape rock and roll. The conversation focuses on Bo Diddley’s signature rhythm, his influence on generations of artists, and how these early recordings balance innovation with repetition. The hosts examine the historical context of late-1950s rock, the role of Chess Records, and how Bo Diddley’s approach to groove, performance, and songwriting helped define the language of rock music that followed. Key Points The “Bo Diddley beat” as a defining rhythmic innovation and its roots in Afro-Cuban and blues traditions. How Bo Diddley’s minimalist songwriting and emphasis on rhythm over melody set him apart from contemporaries. Discussion of Chess Records’ role in shaping early rock and roll and amplifying crossover artists. The influence of Bo Diddley’s sound on later rock, punk, and pop artists who adopted or adapted the rhythm. Highlights and standout tracks that showcase the raw energy and performance-driven nature of the recordings. Conversation around repetition versus innovation — when the formula works and when it feels limiting. Placement of Bo Diddley within the broader evolution of rock history and why these recordings remain historically significant even when viewed through a modern listening lens. Music Referenced Go Bo Diddley by Bo Diddley Bo Diddley by Bo Diddley Buddy Holly The Rolling Stones The Beatles George Thorogood Muddy Waters Chuck Berry Join us next week when we cover Ege Bamyasi by Can.

    1 h y 30 min
  2. Civil Disobedience - Songs to Revolt To pt. 1

    6 FEB

    Civil Disobedience - Songs to Revolt To pt. 1

    Music is a fantastic vehicle for communication, both verbal and nonverbal. Music can cause joy or invoke anger. Music can stand as a rallying cry. In this Sidetrax episode, we dive into songs of civil disobedience.   #civildisobedience #resist #protestsongs

    44 min

  3. 3 FEB

    Al Green - Greatest Hits (#456)

    Dan and Carl dig into Al Green’s Greatest Hits (1975)—a deceptively “easy” entry on Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list (#456). What starts as a discussion of timeless soul classics quickly turns into a deeper look at Al Green’s singular vocal style, the Hi Records sound, and the musicianship that makes these songs feel effortless while being anything but. Along the way, they explore Green’s gospel roots, his peak creative run in the early ’70s, and the complicated personal history that sits behind some of the most romantic music ever recorded. Key Points Why a greatest hits album still earns its place on the RS 500 list—and why almost any Al Green album could have qualified Al Green’s background: gospel foundations, melismatic vocals, and the influence of church call-and-response The Hi Records sound: Willie Mitchell’s production, the Hi Rhythm Section, and a groove-first, behind-the-beat feel A candid discussion of Al Green’s personal controversies, accountability, and later shift toward gospel and ministry Why this music feels eternal—less about theory or charts, more about feel, tone, and restraint Music Referenced Love Symbol by Prince Damn You by Prince D'Angelo Maxwell Erica Badu Otis Reading Steve Perry Luther Vandross Tower of Power Willie Mitchell I Can’t Get Next to You by Temptations The Brecker Bros. by Brecker Brothers Randy Brecker Michael Brecker Blood Sweat and Tears David Sandborn Don Grownick Bob Mann Will Lee Harvey Mason Trisha’s Mood by Ruby Ruschen Join us next week when we celebrate Bo Diddly and Go Bo Diddly by Bo Diddly

    1 h y 20 min

  4. 27 ENE

    Sinéad O'Connor - I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got (#457)

    In Episode 56 of Backwards Beats, Dan and Carl dive into Sinéad O’Connor’s 1990 breakthrough album I Do Not Want What I Haven’t Got, ranked #457 on Rolling Stone Magazine’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list. The hosts explore O’Connor’s uncompromising artistry, emotional directness, and complex relationship with fame, while unpacking the musical and cultural impact of her most famous recording, “Nothing Compares 2 U.” Along the way, they examine her vocal technique, production choices, and fearless creative risks, including the album’s striking a cappella title track. The conversation balances historical context, music theory, and personal reflection, highlighting why this record remains both challenging and deeply influential. Music Referenced The Lion and the Cobra by Sinéad O'Connor Nothing Compares to You by Prince Nothing Compares to You by Chris Cornell Smooth Criminal by Alien Ant Farm Live Action by Nate Smith Layla Hathaway Christian McBride Red Hot Chili Peppers Stone Temple Pilots Alice in Chains Plea by Flea Al Green Jefferson Airplane Eddie Vedder Join us next week when we hop into Al Green's Greatest Hits.

    1 h y 46 min

  5. 20 ENE

    Jason Isbell - Southeastern (#458)

    In this episode of the Backwards Beats Podcast, Carl and Dandive into album #458 on Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list: Jason Isbell’s 2013 masterpiece, Southeastern. The duo explores Isbell’s journey from his roots in Alabama to his tenure with the Drive-By Truckers and his eventual path to sobriety, which served as the catalyst for this deeply personal record. Featuring guest commentary on vocal techniques from director Julia Cowles, the episode breaks down the album’s shifts from haunting folk narratives to gritty Americana. Music Referenced Decoration Day by Drive-by Truckers the Dirty South by Drive-by Truckers Blessing and a Curse by Drive-by Truckers outfit by Drive-by Truckers Chris Stapleton Brandy Carlisle John Prine Sturgill Simpson The Oak Ridge Boys Amanda Shires Kim Richie All My Life by Foo Fighters Bob Dylan Winona Judd Trisha Yearwood Brooks and Dunn Who Wants to Live Forever by Freddie Mercury Norwegian Wood by The Beatles Scarecrow by John Mellencamp Pink Houses by John Mellencamp Leonard Cohen Tom Waits Breakfast in Bed by Dusty Springfield Wish You Were Here by Pink Floyd Yesterday's Wine by Willie Nelson The 400 Unit Miranda Lambert Sheryl Crow Michael Jackson Laura Nyro Richard Thompson Linda Thompson Daddy Yankee Snarky Puppy Prince Join us next week as we discuss I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got by Sinead O'Connor.

    2 h y 14 min

  6. 13 ENE

    Kid Cudi - The Man on the Moon: The End of the Day (#459)

    In this episode of Backwards Beats, Dan and Carl dive into Kid Cudi’s 2009 debut Man on the Moon: The End of Day, album #459 on Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums list. They unpack why this record mattered at the time, how Cudi became one of the architects of “emo rap,” and whether the album’s mix of vulnerability, psychedelia, and pop-rap ambition still holds up. Along the way they debate Kanye’s influence, Cudi’s limitations as a vocalist, and whether the album works better as a full narrative arc than as a collection of individual tracks. Key Points Kid Cudi’s origin story: from Cleveland to MySpace virality, then getting pulled into Kanye West’s orbit and co-writing on 808s & Heartbreak The album as a concept record, tracing insecurity, fame, drugs, and identity across a clear narrative arc “Emo rap” as a turning point in hip-hop, with Cudi as one of its key founders Genre-bending production with synths, indie influences, and lush soundscapes that often outshine Cudi’s vocals A split verdict: big ideas and cultural impact versus uneven performances and melodrama Why the album works best when heard front-to-back, even if not every song stands on its own Music Referenced Man on the Moon: The End of Day by Kid Cudi A Kid Named Cudi by Kid Cudi Day ’n’ Nite by Kid Cudi Pursuit of Happiness by Kid Cudi Heart of a Lion by Kid Cudi Make Her Say by Kid Cudi 808s & Heartbreak by Kanye West Graduation by Kanye West The College Dropout by Kanye West Donda by Kanye West Heartless by Kanye West Paranoid by Kanye West MGMT Common Poker Face by Lady Gaga Blame It by Jamie Foxx Blame It by T-Pain Red Hot Chili Peppers Chris Martin Apologize by OneRepublic Bon Iver Melodrama by Lorde Glass Houses by Billy Joel You May Be Right by Billy Joel Sometimes a Fantasy by Billy Joel From Chaos by 311 Aja by Steely Dan Southeastern by Jason Isbell Join us next week when we explore Southeastern by Jason Isbell! #

    1 h y 60 min

  7. 6 ENE

    Melodrama by Lorde (#460)

    In Episode 53 of Backwards Beats, Dan and Carl kick off Season Three by diving into Lorde’s Melodrama—album #460 on Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list. The conversation frames Melodrama as both a breakup record and a loose concept album, tracing the emotional arc of a single house party from start to finish. Along the way, they unpack Lorde’s rapid rise, her relationship with pop stardom, and how this album cemented her voice as one of the defining sounds of modern pop. The episode balances context and critique, looking closely at Lorde’s songwriting, vocal choices, and the heavily electronic production shaped by Jack Antonoff. Dan and Carl debate what works, what dates the record, and why Melodrama still holds cultural weight nearly a decade after its release. Music Referenced Melodrama by Lorde Pure Heroine by Lorde Royals by Lorde In the Air Tonight by Phil Collins Sober by Tool Life on Mars by David Bowie Taylor Swift Arcade Fire Bjork Ellie Golding happier than ever by Billie Eilish Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissette one week by Barenaked Ladies Walk Off the Earth The Beatles The Rolling Stones The Who Deep Purple Yes Rush Van Halen ABBA James Taylor James Brown Bootsie Collins Marvin Gaye Black Album by Metallica Use Your Illusion by Guns N' Roses Nevermind by Nirvana Blood Sugar Sex Magik by Red Hot Chili Peppers Pink Join us next week when we dive into The Man on the Moon: The End of the Day by Kid Cudi

    1 h y 47 min
  8. 2025 A Year In Music - Reflections on Seasons 1 & 2

    30/12/2025

    2025 A Year In Music - Reflections on Seasons 1 & 2

    This special Year in Music Highlights episode of Backwards Beats is a curated reaction show built from our 10 most popular episodes of the year. For each episode, we selected one standout moment the clip that generated the strongest response, and then reflect back on what we learned. Join us as we reflect on our journey through podcasting in 2025. The highlights come from episodes covering: Arcade Fire (Funeral), Sheryl Crow, Selena, Lady Gaga, Bonnie Raitt, Muddy Waters, John Mayer, Harry Styles, and LTJ Bukem. This episode works as: • A best-of entry point for new listeners • A recap of the year’s most engaging musical conversations • A behind-the-scenes look at how we actually listen to records This episode captures the core of what Backwards Beats is about! Albums Discussed: -- Funeral by Arcade Fire -- Born This Way by Lady Gaga -- Continuum by John Mayer -- Nick of Time by Bonnie Raitt -- Sheryl Crow by Sheryl Crow -- Amor Prohibido by Selena -- The Journey Inward by LTJ Bukem -- FIne Line by Harry Styles -- Muddy Waters Anthology

    1 h y 20 min
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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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    Tunawood Productions
  • Años de actividad
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodios
    60
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