The 100 Albums Podcast
Inspired by a 100 Albums scratch-off poster, four college friends are on a quest to explore and review 100 iconic-ish albums. Each episode the 100 Albums Podcast Crew dive into the quirks, eccentricities, and legendary moments. They deliver a fresh, funny take on the albums that have shaped the musical landscape. The guys make music commentary as entertaining as it is ridiculous. New episodes drop on Tuesdays!
Episodes
The gang is all here! On this week's episode, The Guys talk about Brit Pop's seminal album "Parklife" by Blur. All the way to The End.
Referenced in the episode
"Parklife" recording sessions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tBZP_MqVjM
"Girls and Boys" 1994 Mercury prize performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cA6FzWErXXs
Damon Albarn v. the Omnichord: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDX6l9_58RA
This week The Guys break on through to the other side to discuss The Doors' 1967 self-titled debut album.
Referenced in the episode
Jimmy Tango's Fat Busters: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/xgt6xh
Kurt Weill's "The Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UVHtRk8a1nc
Demonstration of a Marxophone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rY_pMbAiPQ
On this mini-episode, The Guys discuss what they each feel is the one song that best represents the decade of the 1980s. Here's the breakdown:
- Ryan: "Drive" by The Cars
- Bert: "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" by Wham!
- Ron: "Talk Dirty To Me" by Poison
- Drew: "Broken Wings" by Mr. Mister
What do you think? What song best represents the 1980s? Let The Guys know by writing to 100Albums@bertislo.com!
This week The Guys ponder what the "theory" is in A Tribe Called Quest's sophomore album "The Low End Theory".
Referenced in the episode
Interview with Q-Tip & Jonah Hill: https://www.complex.com/pop-culture/a/khal/jonah-hill-q-tip-mid90s-a24-zine-interview
Q-Tip needle-dropping loops: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sMK1l0MmqoM
Letterman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrbS29R0U-U
This week The Guys are taking a short break to gather their thoughts and celebrate the USA's independence. Looking for some awesome content? Please go back through the archive and get caught up on episodes that you have missed - there's a ton to choose from!
The Guys will be back next week!
On this mini-episode, The Guys (minus Ryan) chat about what artists are getting heavy rotation in their day-to-day. Here's the breakdown:
- Ron: The Black Crowes, Happiness Bastards
- Bert: Claudio Corona, "Burn The House Down" (feat. Adam Deitch) from Imagination Unlimited
- Drew: Christophe Chassoul, "Mario, Part II" from LUDI, and Lady Blackbird, "Man on a Boat" from Slang Spirituals
This week The Guys get a little Dizzee... which results in a very interesting conversation, particularly given that on the first listen all four of The Guys panned "Boy In Da Corner", Dizzee Rascal's seminal debut album.
Referenced in this episode
0860 Podcast with Fracture: https://lnk.to/0860pod
Pitchfork article about Grime music: https://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/2345-boy-in-da-corner/
This week The Guys dive into John Lennon's second solo album "Imagine". Tune in to hear what Ryan really thinks about the title track.
Referenced in this episode
Paul McCartney - "Ram": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZVDIpTUTDQ
Trainspotting - “Just A Perfect Day” scene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IDJpB9de3E
Lennon/Claypool Delirium: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DhRs288uuM
On this week's episode, The Guys talk about Frank Sinatra and his 10th studio album, "Songs For Swingin' Lovers!"
Referenced in the episode
Tinpan Alley - https://www.tinpanalley.nyc/
Great American Songbook - https://thesongbook.org/about/what-is-the-songbook/
Tom Waits “Frank’s Wild Years” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WMeJJ3LdHU&list=PLTMN6OMDTnKkHKH6wWJKtW6D_SJ5hTn4x
Pat Boone “In A Metal Mood” - https://www.yout...
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On this week's episode, The Guys waive away the puffs of smoke to discuss Dr. Dre's solo debut album, "The Chronic". Which, according to Drew, is "The Gangstarist Album Of All Time".
Referenced in the episode
"Straight Outta Compton" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-F5WcFPDzko
- The 2015 film chronicling the rise and fall of N.W.A.
On this week's episode, The Guys dive into the Stone Roses self-titled debut album, "The Stone Roses".
Referenced in the episode
Drew's "shoegaze" music examples:
- Tame Impala - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFptt7Cargc
- Toro Y Moi - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INaL-BvxYi8
Ron's "math":
- B2 ÷ B (XY) = SR
Does that make sense to anyone other than Ron? Let The Guys know at 100albums@bertislo.com, and tha...
On this week's episode, The Guys dive into Van Morrison's 1970 release "Moondance". It is what one of The Guys describes as, "soul wallpaper for white people".
Let them know what YOU think at https://100albumspodcast.com!
This week The Guys welcome their friend Matt to the podcast to talk about The Beach Boys' 1964 work of art, "Pet Sounds". What do trains, tonal centers, and "our freaky friends" have in common?
Special thanks to Matt and the gents in The Bourbon Brothers Quartet for the shiny new 100 Albums Podcast "theme song". Please check them out on Facebook or Instagram to see and hear more of their great harmonies!
Referenced in the episode
...This week The Guys look at some of the nuances of Bon Jovi's 1986 hit record "Slippery When Wet". What do record store appearances, moderate head-banging, and skating rinks all have in common/
Referenced in the episode
"Thank you, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vx93Z6zBnGE
In this mini-episode, The Guys put forward their nominations for genuinely great songs that would be terrible if used in a strip club.
What are your suggestions to add to the list? Let us know at 100Albums@bertislo.com!
On this episode, The Guys are going soul surfing in heaven as they discuss Fatboy Slim's 1998 sample-laden album "You've Come A Long Way, Baby". What do big beats, enormous outdoor concerts, and obscure sample references all have in common?
Referenced in the episode
Big Beach Boutique II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=ET-hf8B-tI4
"Trainwreck: Woodstock '99" Documentary: https://www.netflix.com/title/81280924
We will always love you, 100 Albums Family!
On this week's episode, The Guys dig into "The Bodyguard: Original Soundtrack Album" by Whitney Houston. What do Kevin Costner, Kenny G., and C&C Music Factory all have in common?
Referenced in the episode
"People Get Ready" by The Impressions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8sIIiuB8Us
On this mini-episode, The Guys regale each other with stories from their first concerts. From the Jackson 5 to Kenny G, there are some laughs to be had!
What was your first concert experience? Write-in and let The Guys know at 100Albums@bertislo.com!
As always, thanks for listening!
On this week's episode, The Guys dive into "Elephant" by The White Stripes. What do siblings, spouses, analog, and Burt Bacharach all have in common?
This week The Guys are discussing "Damn The Torpedoes", the 1979 release from Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers. What do Pink Floyd's "The Wall" and Beats headphones have in common?
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