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March 14, 2023 The Fugees: The Score (1996) Ep. 134
READY OR NOT, HERE WE COME. This week we become the best Fugees podcast as we talk about their 2nd, final, and best album The Score!
We discuss their manager, Mr. Fuji, gross chairs, and fuzzy toilet seats. Then we get a call from a true G and discuss our bartending styles. Finally, Aaron talks about skin routines, and his jukebox bangers and we get into Girl Scout Cookies and what we call them might (not) surprise you.
We have two lists tonight (one is simply the best) and check out Rob's favorite grammy category (and Aaron talks about his favorite Granny categories).

At (1:02:00) we start talking about the album, alternative hip hop, and how this album is a huge part of our teenage years.

Check us out next week when we become the first podcast to talk about U2 and the Joshua Tree.

1 hr 33 min
March 07, 2023 Joni Mitchell: Hejira (1976) Ep. 133
If you amateurs are having trouble downloading this episode we recommend that you move your gong away from your router because you don't want to miss the best podcast about Joni Mitchell and the 133rd greatest album of all time, Hejira.

But before we get to the album we have a weekend at Bernie's situation going on when we take a call from a traffic cone and become the best podcast about The Last of Us on HBO. We also discuss ordering spicy food, a Valentine's Day balloon disaster, and the best ice breakers for a dinner party.

Then at (51:00) we sing our own song for Sharon and discuss Joni Mitchell's 1976 folk jazz album, Hejira. We discuss Joni Mitchell's vocal presence, the best fretless bass songs, and the inspiration for the Law and Order theme song. If you skipped forward to this part of the podcast to hear Pee Wee's balloon trick, an Alan Jackson video breakdown, and our thoughts on male implants, sorry you've got the wrong Joni Mitchell episode, you should check out our Court and Spark episode instead!

Next week, ready or not, here we come with the best Fugees podcast when we discuss the 1996 hip hop album, the Score.......Does anyone else smell toast?
1 hr 30 min
February 28, 2023 Hank Williams: 40 Greatest Hits (1978) Ep. 132
This episode is pleasant but not memorable even though it features more hits than Bobby Bonilla because this week we become the best podcast about Hank Williams and the 132nd greatest album of all time, Hank Williams 40 Greatest Hits.

But before we get to the album we talk about some other stuff, because variety is the spice of life. First, we take a voicemail from an old friend, which leads to some stories about tobacco, a cheese ball container, a fire extinguisher, and a magic penny. Then we discuss eating tacos and lingerie shopping, how kids ruin our ability to enjoy our favorite activities and laying low at events with extended friends. We also become the best MMA podcast when we talk about being humbled at jiu-jitsu. And for those of you wondering, yes we're only at album 132 and we are going back to the ovipositor jokes.

Then at (48:00) we have our own little curtain call when we discuss Hank Williams and the 1978 compilation of his 40 Greatest Hits. We discuss Hank Williams's songwriting ability, the best songs with mandolins, and how Hank's catchy tunes can shoot daggers right in your heart.

Next week the guys will eat some black crow, proving again that this is the best Joni Mitchell podcast when we discuss her folk-rock album, Hejira.
1 hr 44 min
February 21, 2023 Portishead: Dummy (1994) Ep. 131
For all you lot lizards out there it could be sweet if you downloaded this week's episode which is about Portishead and the 131st greatest album of all time, Dummy. You don't need a Double D long haul truckers license to ride these roads!

But before we get to the music, we respond to an email about unopened gifts and wonder what's in the glory box. We then give the best Valentine's Day advice, discuss work happy hours, and ponder how the NBA trade deadline has us grappling with our own mortality. We also become the only podcast to ever talk about the Golden Girls, as we ponder a love triangle with the main host, JLo, and Blanch.

Then at (48:00) we put this album on a pedestal and discuss Portishead's debut studio album, Dummy. We discuss Trip Hop music, Portishead's instrumentation choices, and the best James Bond theme songs.

Next week's episode should be paired with jambalaya, a crawfish pie, and fillet gumbo because son of a gun we'll have some big fun when we become the best Hank Williams podcast and discuss his 40 Greatest Hits compilation.
1 hr 26 min
February 14, 2023 Prince: 1999 (1982) Ep. 130
If you didn't come to party don't bother downloading this episode because this is the best podcast about Prince and the 130th greatest album of all time, 1999.

But before we get to the album, this episode gets deliciously weird when we discuss bidets (again), the worst part about going to a legal brothel, and botox services. We also discuss getting upgraded at a hotel, amateur bartending classes, and your goto foods...good luck guessing who picked hamachi crudo.

Then at (1:00:00) we pretend we're married and go all night when we discuss Prince's fifth studio album, 1999. We discuss Prince's obsession with the funk, his ability to turn a phrase, and the best songs with misheard lyrics.

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If you thought this week's episode was on the verge of being obscene you should join us next week for some more sour times when we become the best Portishead podcast and discuss the album that popularized trip hop music, Dummy.
1 hr 43 min
February 07, 2023 Pink Floyd: The Wall (1979) Ep. 129
Listen.... does this episode sound good? No. Is it good? No.

But we are together and having fun so relax. The BDIB crew are in Vegas live! They are talking about things that only happen in vegas, Aaron has a pants problem, and everyone wants to just go gamble.

We talk about Pink Floyd and become the best Podcast about the Wall.

Next week.... Prince: 1999.
1 hr 16 min
February 04, 2023 Our Tribute to the Day the Music Died
Here is our tribute to Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper, and Richie Valens. A national tragedy that will never be forgotten as long as we have music in our hearts.
46 min
January 31, 2023 Queen: A Night at the Opera (1975) Ep. 128
If you're thinking about going to dinner in the dark by yourself but don't want to be a total loser you should download this monstrosity of an episode instead, because this is the best podcast about Queen and the 128th greatest album of all time, A Night at the Opera.

But before we get to the album your presidents of the smart club have a discussion about speeding tickets, plastic bags, and phone cases during another segment of Air-In or Air-Out. Your captains of chivalry also discuss cross-country skiing, vegan chocolate cake, massage guns, and the best 1994 music videos.

Then at (1:02:00) there's no more sicko talk when we talk about Queen's fourth studio album, A Night at the Opera. We discuss the musical influences on Queen, the studio becoming its own instrument and the best tack piano songs.

Next week the show must go on, and this time it's in the flesh when we become the best Pink Floyd podcast and discuss one of the best-selling double albums of all time, the Wall.
1 hr 38 min
January 24, 2023 Ray Charles: Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music (1962) Ep. 127
SORRY!!! I JUST GOT BACK FROM VEGAS AND I FORGOT IT WAS TUESDAY. CALL THE BECK LINE TO COMPLAIN...

You can't stop loving Beck Did it Better and this week we return just a little lovin' with the best podcast about Ray Charles and the 127th greatest album of all time, Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music.

But before we get to the album, we talk about how De La Soul's music is coming to streaming services, the worst person you could share an office with, and a driver's ed story that is so nice you have to hear it twice. But before we get to the album, we talk about how De La Soul's music is coming to streaming services, the worst person you could share an office with, and an amazing driver's ed story that is so nice you have to hear it twice. We also actually talk about music for once and become the best Johnny Cash podcast and the best They Might Be Giants podcast when we share some concert experiences.

Then at (1:05:00) we talk about Ray Charles' ground-breaking album from 1962, Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music. We discuss Ray Charles' reinterpretation of country standards, his use of big band and strings, and the Mt. Rushmore of male singers. We also announce our inaugural class into the Granny hall of fame.

Call 802 277 Beck and leave a message so we love you and buy a shirt from the store here. All proceeds got to charity.

Next week's episode is sure to send shivers down your spine and leave your body aching all the time when we deliver the best Queen Podcast and discuss A Night at the Opera. Bismillah! No, we will not let you go!
1 hr 36 min
January 17, 2023 Mary J. Blige: My Life (1994) Ep. 126
It's your doody to enjoy today's podcast because this week we're stealing Prince's flow and becoming the best podcast about Mary J. Blige and the 126th greatest album of all time, My Life.

Before we get to the album, we invite you into our venus fly trap when we talk about the dirtiest female rappers of all time and discuss Calvin and Hobbs, LCD Soundsystem, and boxers versus briefs. We also take a treacherous road less traveled in the dating advice corner with some tips for navigating the holidays with her family.

Then at (46:00) we'll bring you joy when we talk about Mary J. Blige's grammy award-winning R&B album, My Life. We discuss P. Diddy's production style, interpolation vs. sampling, and the best lyrical samples from Slick Rick's La Di Da Di.

Bye-bye, love, this episode is over. But next week, you win again when we become the best Ray Charles podcast and discuss his 1962 album, Modern Sounds in Country Western Music.

1 hr 29 min

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Beck Did It Better is a comedy podcast where we discuss the top 500 albums of all time as decided by Rolling Stone magazine. We don’t know the Beatles from the Beach Boys, but we are here to talk…