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April 12, 2022 Miles Davis: Bitches Brew (1970) Ep. 87
This week Beck Did it Better is some kind of cool when the guys host a podcast about Miles Davis and Bitches Brew. If our last episode left you kind of blue, don't worry because this is the best jazz fusion podcast for you.

Before we get to the album we play everybody's favorite game of Air-in or Air-out and hear a hilarious story about getting dumped at a dance. Then Russ wants to know if you have to sing on stage at a piano bar. Aaron is getting a perfect gift because his son goes to a zero waste school, although we are big waist guys. Matt gives some great parenting advice about parking at sporting events. And Rob has an unforgettable first experience with canned oysters.

Then at (52:00) we're talking about one of the most influential jazz albums of all time, Bitches Brew. We discuss how Miles Davis used tape edits to create the album, listening to jazz at the gym, and the best trumpet songs ever.

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Next week, we're getting away from jazz and ch ch ch changing the podcast to cover some "real songs" as we prove for the third time that we are the best David Bowie podcast when we discuss Hunky Dory.
1 hr 35 min
April 05, 2022 The Doors: The Doors (1967) Ep. 86
This is the end...of your self respect as podcast listener my friends...the end. We are now the best Jim Morrison podcast as we release the best podcast about The Doors and their eponymous debut album from 1967, The Doors.

Before we get into the album we're celebrating Aaron's new purchase (or lease)...a NEW CAR!!!! Turns out Aaron spent more time test driving that gas guzzler than we spent discussing this album. Russ wants to know how many "Thank Yous" are really needed when opening door. Matt is almost done with the top 500 list and we become the best Taylor Swift podcast as Matt shares his verdict on the best Taylor Swift album. Rob's life continues to spiral out of control after his local convenience store placed his fancy ice cream under lock and key. Seriously, who are the monsters out there stealing ice cream from convenience stores. And if you're one of them, could you at least download this podcast?

Then at (54:00) we're talking about one of the greatest psychedelic rock albums of all time, The Doors. We discuss The Doors use of the organ, Jim Morrison's vocal range, and songs inspired by operas that nobody has ever heard of. And if you don't like our takes on the album that's cool, but please don't blame it on the bossanova.

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Next week, the podcast returns and solidifies that Beck Did it Better is the best jazz podcast as we talk about one of the most influential jazz albums ever, Bitches Brew by Miles Davis.
1 hr 35 min
March 29, 2022 John Lennon: John Lennon/ Plastic Ono Band (1970) Ep. 85
This week you're in a lucky seat and you're in for a lucky treat. This episode is great for lunch, great for dinner, you'll be a podcast listener winner! No you're not in the Hormel Row of Fame. But yes, you do get to listen to us become the best John Lennon podcast and cover John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band.

Before we get into the album we're talking homemade yogurt kits and re-watching old wedding DVDs. Aaron's got an all time music recommendation, from a super famous musician you've all heard of....Doug. Matt is sharing his experience of seeing Tool live in concert from a suite with the rest of the prosperous jam band fans. Russ is looking for advice on dating during the NCAA basketball tournament. And Rob's life's in shambles and he's eating handfuls of random stuff because his wife is out of town.

Then at (46:00) we talk about John Lennon's first solo album after leaving The Beatles, John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band. We discuss how this album would be different if Sir Paul McCartney was involved, the influence Lennon had on other bands, and the best hammond organ songs ever. You could argue that this episode qualifies as the best podcast about The Beatles.

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Finally, we prove that we don't believe in Zimmerman, and we don't believe in Beatles, but we do believe in primal scream jokes....and Yoko.

Next week, the podcast will break on through to the other side as we become the best podcast about The Doors and talk about their eponymous debut studio album, The Doors.
1 hr 29 min
March 22, 2022 AC/DC: Back in Black (1980) Ep. 84
This week the podcast sounds like rolling thunder, pouring rain, and the jokes are coming at you like a hurricane as we become the best AC/DC podcast and cover Back in Black!

But before we get into the album, we become the best NWO podcast as Aaron reflects on the passing of Razor Ramon, who was just too sweet. In addition, Rob is getting scammed by his daughter into buying Harry Styles nail polish and Matt is fine dining with a prix fixe menu and thankful nobody slipped him any rocky mountain oysters. Then Russ asks about airplane armrest etiquette as we take another...Flight Tonight!!

Then at (45:00) we talk about the second greatest selling album of all time, Back in Black, and answer who are the dirtiest bands ever and whether AC/DC is just Led Zeppelin without the syncopation and complex multi rhythms, whatever the hell that means.

Finally, we answer an important question: What is a riblet?

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Next week the podcast asks whether a working class hero is something to be as we become the best John Lennon podcast and talk about John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band.
1 hr 28 min
March 15, 2022 Dusty Springfield: Dusty in Memphis (1969) Ep. 83
We go back in time to become the best Dusty Springfield podcast. Rob hurt his ribs and can't laugh, Aaron is going back to school, Russ goes goes to a classy expo, and Matt talks Disney!

Listen, we talk about Dusty Springfield and Dusty in Memphis and all the implications of why this album exists and we actually have a great smart discussion about race and music and how this is the product of that. But Aaron once again drops an absolute bomb that is guaranteed to make you think for days..... I cannot stop thinking about it.

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Next week! We are ROCKING with AC/DC as we become the best Back in Black Podcast.

1 hr 24 min
March 08, 2022 Sly and the Family Stone: There’s a Riot Going On (1971) Ep. 82
There's a Riot Going On on the podcast this week as we become the best Sly and the Family Stone podcast. And this episode is definitely not a quiet riot.

Before we get to the album Rob checks a listener and shares the best songs with robot voices which will alter your gas station going experience forever. In addition, Aaron is giving standing ovations at the children's theater, Matt's sharing hot takes on Luka Donavich and the best Malcolm Gladwell books, and Russ starts a debate on the best dipping sauce for cheese curds.

Then at (53:00) we talk about one of the most influential funk bands Sly and the Family Stone finally, and discuss overdubbing, the drum machine, and the best songs with yodeling.

Finally, Rob's having dinner with the Hamburglar and he's a nasty brat that refuses to steal hamburgers. Robble Robble.
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Please mention feet if you do. If we can get "Aaron loves feet" to be something that is searchable online, I feel like this will all be worth it.

Next week we'll start sweet-talking to you and you'll certainly know that Beck Did it Better is the only podcast that could ever teach me as we become the best Dusty Springfield podcast and talk Dusty in Memphis.
1 hr 44 min
March 01, 2022 Beyonce: Beyonce (2013) Ep. 81
This week we are the best Beyonce podcast as we talk Beyonce's eponymous album...Beyonce!

But before we get into the album we're discussing the best songs to get you in the mood and Aaron introduces us to an avant garde piece that all you parents will love. And the silence you'll hear, is not Lambeau field. In addition, Matt's looking for tips on taking your kids to Disney World, Russ is looking for hookah bar advice, and Rob wants to know, why do people say bless you (or gazoontite). Then Aaron tells us that he's a boss! Not a boss, like in an extremely cool way. But literally, a supervisor of numerous employees.

Then we talk about the most important artist of our generation, Beyonce, and discuss how she makes herself relatable, the Houston sound, and not remembering how you ended up in the kitchen.

Finally, we answer an important question: Do all skittles colors have the same flavor and does that rule apply to skittles infused vodka? The answer can be found somewhere over the rainbow.

Call or text 802 277 BECK
You can email us at [email protected] follow us on our twitter and instagram @beckdiditbetter and feel free to leave a review on your favorite podcast app.
Please mention feet if you do. If we can get "Aaron loves feet" to be something that is searchable online, I feel like this will all be worth it.

Next week the podcast is a family affair as we become the best Sly and the Family Stone podcast and discuss There's a Riot Going On.

1 hr 38 min
February 22, 2022 Sex Pistols: Never Mind the Bollocks, Here Comes the Sex Pistols (1977) Ep. 80
This week we are the best Sex Pistols podcast as we talk Never Mind the Bollocks, Here Comes the Sex Pistols.

But before we become a punk music podcast, we are actually the best Peloton podcast. Warning, your Peloton rides will never be the same again after listening to this episode. In addition, Aaron is teaching us how to clean your vinyl, Russ goes to a bar that celebrates the 27 Club, and Rob is annoyed that people don't know how to give a standing ovation. Matt also can't stand Sports Center because its just a bunch of talking heads giving stupid opinions and rankings. Doesn't sound familiar at all!

Then we talk the Sex Pistols, and discuss how they were influenced by reggae, are they actually a boy band, and compare this album to Abe Lincoln's top hat.

Then we debut the hot new game show, Sid Vicious or Big Sid Vicious and become the best music anime podcast. And if you're not down with that, have a taste of me knucks! Because Beck Did it Better is playing checkers and Mongolian Chop Squad Did it Better is playing chess.

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You can email us at [email protected] follow us on our twitter and instagram @beckdiditbetter and feel free to leave a review on your favorite podcast app.
Please mention feet if you do. If we can get "Aaron loves feet" to be something that is searchable online, I feel like this will all be worth it.

NEXT WEEK: We learn all about the art of Surfboarding with Beyonce: Beyonce.
1 hr 42 min
February 15, 2022 Frank Ocean: Blonde (2016) Ep. 79
UPDATE: Hey, I made some fixes so you can clearly hear me say, "Check out my metallic Dong!" This is my art.

We become the best Frank Ocean podcast and we talk Blonde. We talk Superbowl halftime show, Matt makes a plane old mistake and now he hates Chipotle. Aaron heads out for a fun day at the beach, gets a fun text from Rob, and Russ has finally nailed down what exactly a service charge is. Rob talks valentines telegrams and no one knows what he is talking about.

Then we talk Frank Ocean but the guys mostly admit they are dumb when they say they DON'T LIKE PEPPERMINT PATTIES!!!! WHAT A BUNCH OF MORONS.

Then at the end, Rob thought the episode was bombing so he tells a humiliating dating story. Again, this is my art.
Call or text 802 277 BECK
You can email us at [email protected] follow us on our twitter and instagram @beckdiditbetter and feel free to leave a review on your favorite podcast app.
Please mention feet if you do. If we can get "Aaron loves feet" to be something that is searchable online, I feel like this will all be worth it.

NEXT WEEK: We pretty much do the opposite with The Sex Pistols: Never Mind the Bollocks, It's the Sex Pistols.
1 hr 33 min
February 08, 2022 Elvis Presley: The Sun Sessions (1976) Ep. 78
We are the best Elvis podcast but don't click here if you are looking for lord of the rings stuff. That is Elvish.
We talk about Elvis, how this album is a weird Elvis album to put on the list, and how you can oil up your arms to get the armrest on the plane.

Aaron talks veggie burgers and Goodwill Hunting, Russ is flying again, Matt is still churning through the list and has bad news, and Rob has his own personal Olympics.

We continue to contact the dead, delve into why Elvis is both a cultural touchstone and an example of systemic racism, and Russ is slapping it again.

Finally, Matt just wants to go to bed but our favorite condiment is back on the phone.

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Please mention feet if you do. If we can get "Aaron loves feet" to be something that is searchable online, I feel like this will all be worth it.

NEXT WEEK: We get into our feelings with Frank Ocean's Blond(e).
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…