Golden Shower of Hits
By Golden Shower
These selections were submitted by listeners in a survey that is always available for you to fill out on our website (goldenshowerofhits.com).
For funzies, the hosts try to do a short punk rock inspired cover of a song from each record. Sometimes, it's a train wreck.
Golden Shower of HitsMar 10, 2022
EP91: MC5 - Kick Out the Jams
This week, the 1969 album Kick Out The Jams by MC5.
After this episode we're taking a few weeks off for Mike to go on tour and Jamie the IT guy to try and sort out his never ending computer issues.
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EP90: Lorde - Pure Heroine
This week the 2013 album Pure Heroine from teen sensation Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O'Connor.
Commonly referred to as Lorde for some reason.
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EP89: Flogging Molly - Drunken Lullabies
This week, the 2002 record Drunken Lullabies by Flogging Molly.
We learn a lot about Mikes dad chores, hard drives, guitars, and we learn all about Mike playing in Harvey Danger.
Other Topics Include:
Buy MLC or TLC SSDs and NVME drives. Don’t buy QLC drives.
Harvey Danger - Flagpole Sitta
EP88: Cap’n Jazz - Analphabetapolothology
This week, the anthology album Analphabetapolothology by Cap'n Jazz released in 1998.
We struggle to pronounce the name of this record, LOTS of Misfits follow up and disagreements, Jamie apologizes for something said on the last episode,
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EP87: The Misfits - Walk Among Us
This week we talk about the Misfits album Walk Among Us. Mike is over COVID, and Jamie talks about who he thinks is the greatest American band of all time.
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Sears, Roebuck & Co. and the Violin
Rig Rundown - Doyle Wolfgang von Frankenstein
EP86: Gang of Four - Entertainment!
This week, the 1979 Gang of Four debut album, Entertainment! Jamie and Mike sing a duet of "Glory Of Love" by Peter Cetera. Mike has had imaginary COVID so long that it has manifested into real COVID. We also spend WAY too long talking about wedding anniversary presents.
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Gail Ann Dorsey - “Bowie Lady”
Gang Of Four - To Hell With Poverty (Official Live | 1980)
Rig Rundown - Gang of Four's Andy Gill
Catherine Mayer blog post about Andy Gill
Rise Above: 24 Black Flag Songs to Benefit the West Memphis Three
EP85: The Velvet Underground & Nico - The Velvet Underground & Nico
This week, the influential 1967 album The Velvet Underground & Nico… By The Velvet Underground & Nico.
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Couch Riffs - Performance Videos
Meet Rudy - Taking Back Tuesdays Podcast
What makes this song stink playlist
What Makes This Song Stink Ep. 6 - Red Hot Chili Peppers "Dani California"
Lou Reed - Metal Machine Music
EP84: Foo Fighters - Wasting Light
This week, two old men talking about the weather and the Foo Fighters 2011 album Wasting Light.
It’s not all excitement, we do talk about Mike dealing with a rabid skunk.
EP83: Earth - The Bees Made Honey in the Lion's Skull
This week, we talk about the 2008 album by Earth, The Bees Made Honey in the Lion's Skull.
Lot of talk about nukes, johntoids, and time travel. Then we argue about Wikipedia.
Other Topics Include:
Military Fighter Jets Over Portland Today Explanation Oregon
The secret world of nukes in Washington state
With Washington’s nuclear targets, Putin’s war feels closer to home
EP82: Guns N' Roses - Use Your Illusions II
Welcome to the worst episode so far. This week we discuss Guns N' Roses Use Your Illusions II.
Mike talks about his new pedal, but Jamie doesn’t care, so we never find out the name.
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EP81: Pixies - Surfer Rosa
This week Pixies first album Surfer Rosa from 1988. We actually talk a LOT about Pixies. Jamie shows his excessiveness. Mike says he might sell his entire record collection because he’s turned into a “modern person”.
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PIXIES - All I Think About Now (Official Audio)
EP80: The Damned - Music for Pleasure
This week we vaguely touch on The 1977 Album Music for Pleasure by The Dammed. Strong options on this one folks.
Mike bought a pick ax for some reason and we discuss what Jamie found at Bruce Lees grave site.
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Have You Ever Seen a Grown Man Naked? - Airplane!
EP79: Black Sabbath - Black Sabbath
The week, the first album from the mighty Black Sabbath, 1970s Black Sabbath. Featuring the song Black Sabbath. Sadly this album wasn’t released on the Sabbath for some reason.
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Jamie and Haw from the Road Warriors
Black Sabbath - Children Of The Grave - drums only. Original Bill Ward drum track.
Rob Halford singing for Sabbath
Black Sabbath - Unreleased Performance (Live Aid) (Remastered)
BLACK SABBATH - Live in Paris (1970)
BLACK SABBATH Drummer And Legend BILL WARD - 'Children Of The Grave
EP78: Iggy Pop - Post Pop Depression
This week, the 2016 “Iggy Pop” record Post Pop Depression. Mike accuses Jamie of lying. Selling newspaper subscriptions, giving yourself a haircut at 11, slipping on the ice and falling down the stairs, dog shoes, you know.. the usual.
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Gibson - Rick Neilsen - The Collection
Iggy Pop - Gardenia on Stephen Colbet
David Bowie : Fame with Matt Sweeney of Chavez and Guitar Moves COUCH RIFFS
The Stooges' James Williamson - Guitar Moves - Episode 1
Howard Stern talking about Meatloaf dying from Covid
EP77: Blonde Redhead - Melody of Certain Damaged Lemons
Lots of technical issues on this episode. Sorry everyone. We do eventually talk about the 2000 album by Blond Redhead, Melody of Certain Damaged Lemons
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EP76: DJ Shadow - Endtroducing...
This week we’re mixing it up with hosts and bringing you a review of DJ Shadows 1996 album Endtroducing....
We find out Guffey’s REAL safe word, how much the guys like Van Halen and Mikes recent shameful Amazon purchases.
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Thin Lizzy The Boys Are Back In Town Master Bass Track
EP75: Dire Straits - Making Movies
This week, the 1980 album by Dire Straits, Making Movies. I think one of our hosts thoughts on this record may surprise you.
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How to Shoot A Bottle Cap with Snap Of Fingers Tutorial. Johnny Lawrence bottle cap trick
Handstand Walk Obstacle Course
Mark Knopfler - Shows how to play guitar finger picking style
EP74: The Ramones - Ramones
This week we review the legendary Ramones first album, Ramones. Released in 1976. Or If you’re Guffey, you probably think this came out in 1977 or something.
Other topics include:
National Library Service (NLS) - BARD
Danzig / KoRn Show in Davenport
Green Day Performs "Teenage Lobotomy," "Rockaway Beach" and "Blitzkrieg Bop" in 2002
Ramones Accept Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Awards
Hang on to Yourself (2012 Remaster)
EP73: George Carlin - Take-Offs and Put-Ons
This week, we’re mixing it up again, but this time with a listener submission. The 1967 George Carlin comedy album Take-Offs and Put-Ons.
We talk comedy, comedians, and one universally loved joke thief that Jamie can’t stand.
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Yoko Dance Hits
Yoko Ono - Walking On Thin Ice (Pet Shop Boys Extended Dance Mix)
Teen cop who silenced Beatles’ last gig at Apple Records speaks for first time
Metallica - Antarctic Show (Full Concert HD)
Burns and Carlin at the Playboy Club
John Witherspoon On Robin Williams Reputation For Stealing Jokes
Danny McBride is the person I’m thinking of
Jeff Garlin leaves ‘The Goldbergs’ after misconduct allegations
Very Special Episode: The Beatles - Get Back Documentary
This week, we’re breaking the norms from talking about making eggs and Mikes HVAC adventures, to talk about the 2021 documentary series by Peter Jackson, Get Back.
We know, we know, videos and podcasts about this are almost clickbait at this point. But you know we have a lot to say about The Beatles. You also know that we will tell you stories you’ve never heard about the band and people in their orbit. We’ll talk about the music, the recording, the instruments, and most likely, Jamie will probably cry at some point. Enjoy!
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Kid Rock - Don't Tell Me How To Live (Official Video) - ft. Monster Truck
John Lennon on Dick Cavett (entire show) September 11, 1971 (HD)
Billy Preston wiping booger video not found. Sorry.
Yoko Ono Sings Zeppelin, Queensreich, Journey, Priest, Styx, and Sabbath. Plus Lemmy
EP71: The Futureheads - The Futureheads
This week, more of the Eggs &HVAC show starring Mike and Jamie. We also review The Futureheads first album from 2004 called The Futureheads, and get a kick ass a cappella cover from our friend Pretty Kelly!
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What the red Hiwatt will look like
Stephen Sondheim, musical theater legend, has died at 91
Justin Bieber told fans to game Spotify and iTunes to give him a chart-topping song
EP 70: The Catherine Wheel - Ferment
This week, Catherine Wheels 1992 album Ferment. Mike is afraid is self driving cars. More talk about cooking pans and eggs, we even touch on buying coveralls from Walmart. Why? Because ROCK AND ROLL that’s why! Also, LOTS of Beastie Boys followup. Also happy 50th birthday to Rudy!
Other Topics Include:
Water filters
Find a superfund site near you!
Caught In The Middle of A 3-Way Mix
Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame 2012 Induction Ceremony - Beastie Boys Tribute
EP 69: The Beastie Boys - Paul’s Boutique
This week is a big one. We’re not gonna sugar coat this one. It’s a classic. We spend a lot of time talking about this record, the band, the samples, the sounds, how they were created, the works.
I can’t think of a good piece of click bait to put in the description this week other than the fact that Mike doesn’t ever bring up that he’s color blind in this episode. Jamie brings it up for him.
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Liz Phair (album) utilized the production team called the Matrix.
Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame 2012 Induction Ceremony - Beastie Boys Tribute
Beastie Boys - Make Some Noise (Official Video)
Beastie Boys - Fight For Your Right (Revisited) Full Length
Nathanial Hörnblower stealing the show at the MTV awards
Elvis Costello - Radio Radio - SNL original footage 1977 (first portion only)
Elvis Costello and the Beastie Boys -Radio,Radio
EP68: Jeff Beck - Truth
This week we talk about spraying people walking by your house with paint and review the 1968 Jeff Beck Group record Truth.
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Phranc - Hannukah Snowman (from KRS Winter Holiday Album)
Micky Waller playing later in life.
Kim Wilde - Kids In America (Official Music Video)
EP67: The Beatles - Abbey Road
We start our this week with lots of follow up and then move into arguably the greatest Beatles album. 1969s Abbey Road. Unsurprisingly, someone gets pretty emo on this episode. Grab your tissues.
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Mike Squires - #2 Record. Presale
Jamie was wrong about the Nazis and Fluoride.
Can Evil Beget Good? : Nazi Data: A Dilemma for Science
Pauls guitar tech was double vaxxed and died from COVID
The Beatles: Get Back | Official Trailer | Disney+
When Eddie Murphy Was Stopped by Police With a Transsexual Prostitute in His Car
EP66: Kings of Leon - Come Around Sundown
Welp, we made every twenty year old girl angry with our review of The Struts. So now we’re going to alienate every 30+ woman with our review of the Kings Of Leon 2010 album, Come Around Sundown.
Also, Jamie makes the decision to kill an “intruder” in his house. Don’t miss this episode!
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Steven McDonald on Couch Riffs
440 Hz tuning was introduced by Joseph Goebbels, the Nazi minister of propaganda.
EP65: Dr. Octagon - The Return of Dr. Octagon
An unexpected intro this week followed by our review of the 2006 Dr. Octagon album The Return of Dr. Octagon.
Mike vaguely tells us something awful that happened to him last week, and we get a quick visit from “Paul Stanley” who lays down some on in-between song COVID raps.
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RKelly
Bill Cosby
Back in Black
EP64: Drive Like Jehu - Yank Crime
This week we’re SUPER excited to review the 1994 album Yank Crime by Drive Like Jehu.
We hit up a little “Jobs with Mike” and jobs with Jamie. Talk about dirty keyboards, and dirty news anchors as well. Mike is a crazy person when it comes to pillows, and reveals his nick name as a kid.. which I promise you is hilarious!
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EP63: Camper Van Beethoven - Telephone Free Landslide Victory
This week, the 1985 album Telephone Free Landslide Victory by Camper Van Beethoven. A bit of catching up, some snare drum talk, Jamies road rage issues, and Mike admits to being a hippy in his old age.
Then we actually talk a bunch about this record and the band!
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List of Camper Van Beethoven band members
Car on fire that Jamie talked about.
Stopped at the Same Time? Vehicle to the Right Goes First
The Dead Milkmen - Punk Rock Girl
EP62: Led Zeppelin - Houses of the Holy
This week.. The 1973 album Houses of the Holy by Led Zeppelin.
To Jamies disappointment, and Mikes excitement, this is our third Zeppelin record review. So you can imagine where this episode is headed.
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EP61: Charles Mingus - Mingus Mingus Mingus Mingus Mingus
This week Mike and Jamie are back together to discuss the 1964 Charlie Mingus album, Mingus Mingus Mingus Mingus Mingus.
The reunion fuzzies don’t last long as Mike brings up the grading scale right off the bat. Then, for the first time ever, Mike abruptly leaves the episode. And not because he has to pee.
How’s that for click bait?
EP60: Avenged Sevenfold - The Stage
This week, a surprise special guest host and we review the 2016 Avenged Sevenfold album The Stage.
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EP59: The White Stripes - Elephant
This week, Elephant by The White Stripes. Released on April fools day 2003. Believe it or not, we hardly talk any shit beforehand and talk a LOT about this record and the White Stripes in general.
Other Topics Include:
Diabetics make up 40% of COVID deaths in US
You CAN Carry On Your Guitar. It’s the Law
Jamie is interested in this one
Guns N' Roses (feat. Elton John) - November Rain
How Jack White Uses Color - Polyphonic
In Defense of Meg White - Polyphonic
100,000 chanting seven nation army at M&T Bank Stadium
EP58: Billy Ray Cyrus - Some Gave All
This week, the polarizing 1992 album Some Gave All, by Billy Ray Cyrus. For the record, this is Rudys FAVORITE record from the 90s. Must be, because he voted for this. Also, Rudy contributed the cover for this week as well.
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Brian Wilson and his creepy therapist interview.
Diabetics make up 40% of COVID deaths in US, experts say
EP57: The Bridge - A Tribute to Neil Young
This week we review the 1989 album The Bridge: A Tribute to Neil Young. It’s basically some 80s alternative bands covering Neil Young tunes. Some good.. some not so good. So check out this weeks episode to see our verdict.
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Upcoming Episodes:
EP60 - The Stage - Avenged Sevenfold
EP61 - Charles Mingus - Mingus Mingus Mingus Mingus Mingus
EP62 - Led Zeppelin - Houses of the Holy
EP63 - Camper Van Beethoven - Telephone Free Landslide Victory
EP64 - Drive Like Jehu - Yank Crime
EP65 - Dr. Octagon - The Return of Dr. Octagon
EP66 - Kings of Leon - Come Around Sundown
EP67 - The Beatles - Abbey Road
EP68 - Jeff Beck Group - Truth
EP69 - The Beastie Boys - Paul’s Boutique
EP70 - The Catherine Wheel - Ferment
EP71 - The Futureheads - The Futureheads
EP72 - Biffy Clyro - Opposites
Neil Young & Paul McCartney A Day In The Life
Bong Ritual from Minneapolis
EP56: Little Feet - Dixie Chicken
This week, we talk about the 1973 album Dixie Chicken by Little Feat. We cover “embarrassing erections”, Osama Bin Laden, and Jamie tells Mike that hard truth that he’s too lazy to carry out Mikes last wishes when he dies. So yea, basically a normal every day episode of the show.
Other Topics Include:
These 7 Embarrassing Erection Stories Will Horrify Anyone With a Penis
Paul McCartney, Beck - Find My Way (Official Video)
How to Donate to Science | OHSU Body Donation Program
What Makes This Song Stink Ep. 3 - Weezer Beverly Hills: A Retrospective
EP55: Beach Boys - Pet Sounds
This week, The Beach Boys 1966 album Pet Sounds. We talk about The Wrecking Crew, The Beach Boys touring group, of course Brian Wilson. The alleged incest in the band, Carol Kaye, the Couch Riffs firings, of course the Beatles, and even a connection to Kiss!
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Hocus Pocus by Focus COUCH RIFFS!
Fat Boys & The Beach Boys - Wipeout
Carol Kaye: Rock's Most Prolific Session Musician
Studio legend Carol Kaye gives Gene Simmons a lesson on bass
EP54: Generation of Vipers - Howl And Filth
This week we talk about the 2012 Generation of Vipers album Howl and Filth.
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5 Ways Porn Created the Modern World
EP 53: The Roots – The Tipping Point
LOTS of amplifier talk this week, so if you’re a gear nerd, you’re gonna be happy. If you found our podcast and are just a Roots fan, we DO actually talk about The Roots and this record I promise.. but you might want to fast forward a bit.
So Many Celebs Loathe Jimmy Fallon, And Now We Understand Why
The Rolling Stones - Ron Wood´1978 ZEMAITIS GUITAR
Photo of Jamie in his clown outfit
Buffalo '66 (1998) - Theatrical trailer - Heart of the Sunrise.
Next week : Generation of Vipers Howl And Filth
EP52: Fugazi - Red Medicine
This week we try REALLY hard to not talk about Minor Threat, but instead the 1995 Fugazi album Red Medicine.
The United States vs. Billie Holiday
Mr. S: My Life with Frank Sinatra
EP51: Mission Of Burma - Signals Calls and Marches
This week the 1981 album Signals, Calls, and Marches by Mission of Burma. Mike ponders buying a Cybertruck to fuck with his neighbors, and all kinds of other random stuff we seem to talk about each week.
Iggy And The Stooges At WAMU Theatre 4/27/07
Watch Man Save Wife From Bobcat By Grabbing And Hurling It Across Lawn
Roger Miller on the Fender Lead II
Mission of Burma - Live @ Bradford Hotel Ballroom (Afternoon Set), Boston, MA 3/12/1983
EP50: Buzzcocks - Spiral Scratch
Holy smokes we made it to episode 50! You would think we would have done something special, and you would be wrong. Although, we do talk about Buzzcocks so that’s pretty special. Specifically their first 7 inch, Spiral Scratch.
Other Topics Include:
iPhone Will Track Your Sex Life: Is That Helpful?
What happens to the unprotected human body in space?
The Eagles Were Originally This Famous Singer’s Backing Band
Buzzcocks - What Do I Get? (Official Video)
Artie Lange used 13-inch kitchen knife in violent suicide try; released from hospital after surgery
The Universal Appeal of Buzzcocks' "Ever Fallen in Love" | New British Canon
Government Cheese - How Government Cheese Became Welfare For Farmers
EP49: Sly and the Family Stone - Stand
This week we gush about Stand! The 1969 album by Sly and the Family Stone. As always we talk about all kinds of other topics, and even mention Kiss once or twice. Check the show notes below for a peak into what we discuss this week.
New Balance under fire for getting political after Donald Trump win
Toadhouse Recording Studio in Portland Oregon - Adam Pike
DON'T CALL ME WHITEY - JANES ADDICTION VS ICE-T
Arrested Development - Mr. Wendal
Larry Graham Right Hand Technique
Larry Graham & GCS with special guest “Prince” Live at BB Kings NY
https://marquee.blogs.cnn.com/2010/04/19/day-3-at-coachella-sly-stones-meltdown/
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2010/aug/11/sly-stone-sued-coachella-rant
Ace Frehley Facing Foreclosure
Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)
EP48: The Struts - Everybody wants
Well.. we start out talking about Midi Foot Controllers for a long time, but eventually talk about The Struts 2014 album Everybody Wants.
Swedish Surnames: What’s in a Name
MIDI foot controller for Guitar
The Struts - Body Talks (Live From The Victoria’s Secret 2018 Fashion Show)
The Struts - Could Have Been Me (Official Music Video)
The Struts - We Will Rock You (Live Piano Performance)
EP47: Jaga Jazzist - A Livingroom Hush
I never new these was such a thing as “Nu-Jazz” but here we are. Thanks Rudy. This week we cover The 2001 Jaga Jazzist album A Livingroom Hush.
Circle Jerks - American Heavy Metal Weekend
Superior Drummer 3 | Toontrack
Animal Chin 30 Years - Tony Hawk, Steve Caballero, Mike McGill & Lance Mountain
Every Single Star Wars Wilhelm Scream Ever | 1977-2021 | Compilation
Why The Same Scream Is Used In Hollywood Films | Movies Insider
Reticular Activating System: Definition & Function
EUROVISION SONG CONTEST: The Story Of Fire Saga | Official Trailer | Netflix
"Jaja Ding Dong" Song | Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga
EP46: Slint - Spiderland
For some weird reason in this episode we start off talking about The Walking Dead and Game Of Thrones. Mike also tells the story about his “uncomfortable moment” with Arya Stark in real life.
We do eventually talk about Spiderland by Slint which was released in 1991.
'Go Fast Pull Up' The Jimmy LeVan Story - Official Trailer PROPS X DIG BMX
EP45: Prince - Purple Rain
This week, our intro man John Guffey joins us live to talk about his all time favorite record. Purple Rain released by Prince in 1984.
I would hope everyone listening to this would be well aware of this record and have listened to it a ton of times.
If that’s not you, drop what you’re doing, and listen to Purple Rain at least five times in and row. Then come back to this episode.
A longer cover with Guffey playing guitar on Lets Go Crazy, and a few special guests make this a really awesome episode!
The Late Late Show with James Corden Adam Lambert, James did a great job singing Don’t Stop Me Now.
The Go-Go’s will be inducted into the 2021 rock and roll hall of fame!
Princes Purple Rain tour bus is up for auction.
Prince used the Linn 1 & 2 Drum Machine while at Sunset Sound
EP44: Queen - A Night at the Opera
This week we review the 1975 album A Night at the Opera by Queen. A lot of times when we review a great album, we just say it’s great and then talk about a bunch of other stuff. But this week we actually talk a lot about this record and Queen in general.
99 Luftballons - German translated to English
Brain Cancer Diaries Music Reaction | Higher Ground by Stevie Wonder
A definitive ranking of every song Ringo Starr wrote for The Beatles
Pat Duffy - 1992 - Bs Lip On The Rain
Flash Gordon • Theme Song • Queen
Antichrist Myths - Ronald Reagan
EP43: The Rolling Stones - Beggars Banquet
FINALLY getting to a Stones record! This week we talk The Rolling Stones 1968 album Beggars Banquet. And for the first time our lives are threatened by a listener!
Guns and Roses Sympathy For The Devil Cover
Keith Richards and the X-Pensive Winos
The Rolling Stones perform "You Can't Always Get What You Want" | | One World: Together At Home
The Rolling Stones salute founding member Ian Stewart before awards honour
Rolling Stones - Sympathy For The Devil (Hyde Park,1969) Mick Taylor's First Gig
EP42: Cage the Elephant - Thank You Happy Birthday
This week we have officially become old men. We talk placemats, medication, rain jackets, and subscribing to the Mens Health Youtube channel.
We take the Kinsey Scale Test to see where each of us land on the sexuality scale. The results may surprise you. How’s that for some clickbait.
Oh yea, and we talk about the record Thank you, Happy Birthday by Cage the Elephant.
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