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- 11 - The Unforgiven (Metallica)
They dedicate their lives - to running all of his! Most beautiful song off the Black Album? Did you know that main theme's chord progression is the same as Fade To Black's? Very cool little ode there. The lyrics and chords are in perfect harmony here.
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18 min - 10 - Maybe I'm Amazed (Paul McCartney)
You right me when I'm wrong! One of the best post-Beatles songs. And there's something very special about the live version. Just beautiful how he adds that alternate ending. An exquisite love song!
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10 min - 9 - Limelight (Rush)
The underlying theme! A true rock staple. 3/4 mixed with 4/4 mixed with 7/4. Relative Major and minor. Suspended chords. Introspective lyrics. So RUSH. One of my all time favorites.
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21 min - 8 - Inertiatic Esp & Son et Lumiere (The Mars Volta)
Nowwww I'm lost! Insanely cool opening to a debut album. Haunting chord progressions, explosive hits, Latin flare, uncanny singing, ridiculous drums, Flea on BASS, and unorthodox guitar parts. The Mars Volta is unforgettable. Sort of like a Latin Zeppelin, but still truly unique.
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14 min - 7 - Plush (Stone Temple Pilots)
Got time, time to wait for tomorrow. The chromatic descension... the bluesy-ness! Song has grown on me so much over time. Each section has its own distinct chord progression. And the bluesy delivery glues it all together.
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11 min - 6 - No Quarter (Led Zeppelin)
The Dogs of Doom are howling more. John Paul Jones at his best. Led Zeppelin PRIME right here. Two sections that could toggle back and forth forever. Sophisticated dissonance meets heavy bus blues. What a combo.
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14 min - 5 - The Ecstasy Of Gold (Ennio Morricone)
No words, just magic! Yeah this one's one of my favorite pieces of music, ever. Has been opening Metallica concerts since about 1983. So I've heard it in a stadium about 8 times now. Chills...
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7 min - 4 - Vicarious (Tool)
Whatever flavor it happens to be. What a way to open an album. I'll never forget the first time I heard it. Headphones on in my dark room, anticipating the new release of my new favorite band in 2006. The lyrics...
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13 min - 3 - Mrs. Robinson (Simon & Garfunkel)
Put it in your pantry with your cupcakes. Two worlds here - two keys. Premium songwriting at play. Harmony galore. Tasteful guitar playing. Ahead of it's time!
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9 min - 2 - Another Brick In The Wall pt.2 (Pink Floyd)
No dark sarcasm in the classroom. Straight D minor, but the arrangement makes it even more melancholic. Paired with some killer lyrics and a disco beat, this song is forever memorable. Don't get me started on the solo chords!
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Dan Barracuda breaks down iconic tracks across rock, pop, metal, and beyond... exploring melody, harmony, rhythm, production, and the musical choices that make songs hit emotionally.
Whether…
you’re a musician looking to sharpen your ear or a music fan who loves understanding the “why” behind great songs, this podcast takes you inside the music like never before.
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