Trimming The Musical Fat

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Trimming The Musical Fat

Think some albums are too long? Us too! Don’t worry! We can do something about it. Join us as we critique albums from artists we love and edit them down to under 50 minutes. Can we make a good album a great one? Can we make an average album a good one? What songs will we pick? What will we drop? Will we include B-sides? Join us and our guests as we take the journey to Trim The Musical Fat! Podcast website - www.trimmingthemusicalfat.com

  1. 154. Arcade Fire’s The Suburbs (2010): Side A

    5 DAYS AGO

    154. Arcade Fire’s The Suburbs (2010): Side A

    Summary In this episode of 'Trimming the Musical Fat', host Stephen and guest Ross Braidwood critique Arcade Fire’s critically acclaimed 2010 album ‘The Suburbs’. The mission: Curate an under 50-minute, single vinyl version of the album to create a more concise listening experience. In this show, Stephen and Ross agree on the five tracks that will make up Side A. The guys also talk about their love for the band, the first time they heard them and what it’s like to see them live (including twice on The Suburbs Tour). Chapters 02:06 Introduction to ‘The Suburbs’ 03:36 Critical Reception and Sales Performance 04:26 Album Overview and Initial Impressions 15:18 Seeing Arcade Fire’s live 19:17 ‘The Suburbs’ 22:40 ‘Ready to Start’ 26:08 ‘Modern Man’ 28:42 ‘Rococo’ 31:54 ‘Empty Room’ 34:36 Side B Show Preview Like the podcast? Why not show your appreciation by buying Stephen a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com Podcast website - trimmingthemusicalfat.com / Email us - trimthemusicalfat@gmail.com / Join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/274805337346926 / Check out our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm_P5WlRZ0i3tR3jEavD_5A / TikTok - @trimmingthemusica

    36 min
  2. 153. Beck’s Odelay (1996): Side B

    4 NOV

    153. Beck’s Odelay (1996): Side B

    Summary In this episode of 'Trimming the Musical Fat', host Stephen and guest Paul return for their final look at Beck's 1996 album 'Odelay'. The mission: Curate an under 50-minute, single vinyl version of the album to create a more concise listening experience. In this show, Stephen and Paul agree on the four tracks that will make up Side B. They'll also recommend some non-Odelay Beck tracks and Stephen will put the album into the TTMF Hall of Fame. Will it take the top spot from Elton John's 'Blue Moves'? Chapters 00:40 Introduction 01:39 Recap: Side A 02:17 ‘Jackass’ 04:00 ‘Where It’s At’ 05:48 ‘Minus’ 07:28 ‘Sissyneck’ 15:29 ‘Novocaine’ 09:28 The Five Cut Songs 10:35 Revealing the Supercut & Rating 11:51 Placing Odelay in the TTMF Hall of Fame 12:28 Outro Like the podcast? Why not show your appreciation by buying Stephen a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com Podcast website - trimmingthemusicalfat.com / Email us - trimthemusicalfat@gmail.com / Join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/274805337346926 / Check out our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm_P5WlRZ0i3tR3jEavD_5A / TikTok - @trimmingthemusica

    13 min
  3. 152. Beck’s Odelay (1996): Side A

    28 OCT

    152. Beck’s Odelay (1996): Side A

    Summary In this episode of 'Trimming the Musical Fat', host Stephen and guest Paul critique Beck’s 1996 album 'Odelay'. The mission: Curate an under 50-minute, single vinyl version of the album to create a more concise listening experience. In this show, Stephen and Paul agree on the five tracks that will make up Side A. Chapters 01:55 Introduction to ‘Odelay’ 03:03 Critical Reception and Sales Performance 03:53 Album Overview and Initial Impressions 07:32 ‘Devil’s Haircut’ 09:49 ‘Hotwax’ 11:41 ‘Lord Only Knows’ 13:39 ‘The New Pollution’ 15:29 ‘Novocaine’ 18:02 Side B Show Preview Like the podcast? Why not show your appreciation by buying Stephen a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com Podcast website - trimmingthemusicalfat.com / Email us - trimthemusicalfat@gmail.com / Join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/274805337346926 / Check out our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm_P5WlRZ0i3tR3jEavD_5A / TikTok - @trimmingthemusica

    19 min
  4. 151. Elton John’s Blue Moves (1976): Side B

    22 OCT

    151. Elton John’s Blue Moves (1976): Side B

    Summary Welcome back for the concluding episode of our look at Elton John's 1976 album 'Blue Moves'. The mission: Curate an under 50-minute, single vinyl version of the album to create a more concise listening experience. In this show, Stephen and Paul agree on the five tracks that will make up Side B and place the album in the TTMF Hall of Fame. Chapters 00:43 Introduction 02:42 ‘Someone’s Final Song’ 05:14 ‘Where’s The Shoorah’ 07:48 ‘If There’s a God in Heaven’ 10:36 ‘Cage The Songbird’ 13:25 ‘Bite Your Lip (Get Up and Dance)’ 16:51 Discussing the 9 cut songs 21:58 Revealing the ‘Blue Moves’ TTMF Supercut 22:44 Recommending further Elton John listening 23:54 TTMF Hall of Fame and preview of next show Like the podcast? Why not show your appreciation by buying Stephen a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com Podcast website - trimmingthemusicalfat.com / Email us - trimthemusicalfat@gmail.com / Join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/274805337346926 / Check out our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm_P5WlRZ0i3tR3jEavD_5A / TikTok - @trimmingthemusica

    25 min
  5. 150. Elton John’s Blue Moves (1976): Side A

    11 OCT

    150. Elton John’s Blue Moves (1976): Side A

    "It's an undisputed Elton John classic." Summary In this episode of 'Trimming the Musical Fat', host Stephen and guest Paul delve into Elton John's 1976 double-album 'Blue Moves'. Should it have been released as a single album? The mission: Curate an under 50-minute, single vinyl version of the album to create more concise listening experience. In this show, Stephen and Paul agree on the four tracks that will make up Side A. Chapters 01:09 Introduction to ‘Blue Moves’ 02:34 Critical Reception and Sales Performance 04:59 Album Overview and Initial Impressions 10:20 ‘Tonight’ 13:35 ‘One Horse Town’ 16:07 ‘Chameleon’ 19:26 ‘Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word’ 23:48 Side B Show Preview Like the podcast? Why not show your appreciation by buying Stephen a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com Podcast website - trimmingthemusicalfat.com / Email us - trimthemusicalfat@gmail.com / Join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/274805337346926 / Check out our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm_P5WlRZ0i3tR3jEavD_5A /

    25 min

  6. 11 OCT · BONUS

    Paul says goodbye 👋

    After 3 and a half years co-hosting at TTMF, Paul is hanging up his headphones for a new venture (coming 2025). Hear about it here and what Stephen’s exciting plans are for the future of the podcast.

    3 min
  7. 149. Prince’s ‘Dirty Mind’ (1980): The Singles 1978 - 1989 Part Five

    3 OCT

    149. Prince’s ‘Dirty Mind’ (1980): The Singles 1978 - 1989 Part Five

    Summary Join TTMF host Stephen as he critiques the singles from Prince's 1980 album 'Dirty Mind'. The album where Prince went full-on Purple Perv with songs about oral sex, incest and doing it all night! And to underline the fact, decided to wear black bikini bottoms and a trench coat on the cover! Stephen ranks and shares his thoughts on each of the album’s singles, including 'Uptown', 'Dirty Mind', and ‘Do It All Night'. Finally, he critiques the album as a whole. Throughout you’ll hear detailed information about the songs and the critical reception to the album. Come back next time for a look at Prince’s 1984 blockbuster ‘Purple Rain’. Chapters 00:39 Introduction 01:02 Tale of the Tape 03:05 Uptown 05:19 Dirty Mind 07:42 Do It All Night 09:14 Critiquing the ‘Dirty Mind’ album Like the podcast? Why not show your appreciation by buying Paul & Stephen a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/trimmingthhPodcast website - trimmingthemusicalfat.com /Email us - trimthemusicalfat@gmail.com /Join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/274805337346926 /Check out our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm_P5WlRZ0i3tR3jEavD_5A /TikTok - @trimmingthemusica

    16 min
  8. 148. Moby’s Play (1999)

    20 SEPT

    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 Like the podcast? Why not show your appreciation by buying Paul & Stephen a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com Podcast website - trimmingthemusicalfat.com / Email us - trimthemusicalfat@gmail.com / Join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/274805337346926 / Check out our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm_P5WlRZ0i3tR3jEavD_5A / TikTok - @trimmingthemusica

    1h 28m
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Think some albums are too long? Us too! Don’t worry! We can do something about it. Join us as we critique albums from artists we love and edit them down to under 50 minutes. Can we make a good album a great one? Can we make an average album a good one? What songs will we pick? What will we drop? Will we include B-sides? Join us and our guests as we take the journey to Trim The Musical Fat! Podcast website - www.trimmingthemusicalfat.com

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