148. Moby’s Play (1999)

Summary

In this episode of 'Trimming the Musical Fat', hosts Stephen and Paul Nicholson, along with guest Ross Braidwood, delve into Moby's iconic 1999 album 'Play'.

They discuss the album's length, its critical reception, and their personal experiences with Moby's music. The conversation flows through various tracks, highlighting favourites like 'Porcelain' and 'Body Rock', while also engaging in quickfire questions about Moby's impact and their own fandom.

The episode culminates in selecting the best tracks for an under-50 minute supercut, showcasing the enduring appeal of Moby's work. In this conversation, the hosts delve into 'Play', discussing various tracks, their influences, and the overall impact of the album.

They explore the authenticity of demos, the role of instrumental tracks, the evolution of Moby's sound, the use of sampling, and the cinematic quality of his music. Throughout the conversation, the hosts share personal insights, humour, and reflections on their experiences with the album.

Chapters

01:39 Introduction

03:10 Fandom and First Impressions of Moby

10:27 Moby's Album Play: Tale of the Tape

13:13 Trim the Talk: Quickfire Questions

16:13 Critiquing the Album and it's Artwork

27:49 Creating the TTMF Supercut of Play

01:13:51 Discussing the Cut Tracks

01:17:46 Joke of the Pod

01:21:15 Moby - Listening Recommendations

01:25:25 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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