Beck Did It Better

We become the best podcast about Sade (the band) when we break down the album Love Deluxe and look at the timeline of how this album came to be known as one of their best. 

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We also talk sports memories and we DON'T talk about candy or cereal this time. 

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Sorry for the late upload, I could not find my Dad's computer and he was sleeping. I am 45 years old. 

We talk about the price of those famous MN cheese curds, friends forcing you to miss work to go to a winery, Matt is still in Noth Dakota, and Rob realizes again that he is a grown child who might also be breaking a number of cyberstalking laws. 

Whether you are a Puffin or plain Cheerios, this episode has it all for you. 

Next week we talk about the album the French call the Love Royale when we talk about Sade and Love Deluxe. 

With the passing of Metal legend Ozzy Osbourne, we felt it was fitting to release an old episode where we listened to one of the first metal albums ever "Paranoid" by Black Sabbath.  We recorded a little intro after our last episode but this episode is chock full of goodies from 2023. Russ does a parody song, Russ looks for a missing car, Matt talks Minneapolis concerts, and surprise surprise, Rob talks about candy and then we talk Metal and the hardest metal riffs of all time. 

We are out of town so enjoy this episode and RIP Ozzy who not only invented metal but also invented the celebrity reality show which is why I really will miss him. Ozzy walked so "The Simple Life" could run. 

Hey everyone, 

This week we have Russell going a wedding and making a stop in a muddy field first, we talk 87/91 Twins, and we start our voicemail triptych.  Matt talks about the changes in Pearl Jam and life in Noth Dakota, and Aaron goes to multiple water parks while Rob has some water problems of his own. 

Then we briefly discuss the Cocteau Twins and the top 100 album Heaven or Las Vegas, and mostly talk about the best Scottish bands ever. 

Hey folks, 

We discuss Kanye and who this album influenced and the run he was in while also acknowledging he is a real problem overall.

Next week we are talking Cocteau Twins and Heaven or Las Vegas.

I used Chat GPT to summarize this. It makes you appreciate Russ because this sucks. We will be back next week.

We’re taking a break from recording, but we’ve got a classic episode of Beck Did It Better ready for you — perfect timing, because on this date in 1995, TLC’s “Waterfalls” hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and dominated the charts for seven weeks!

In this hilarious music podcast episode, all four of your favorite hosts dive deep into an album from the Rolling Stone Top 500, sharing music trivia, wild personal stories, and plenty of hot takes. We talk track rankings, debate hidden tracks and track sequencing, and drop opinions so spicy they’d make even Left Eye sweat.

Expect:

A deep album review filled with passionate music discussion and comedic banter.

Pop culture references and unexpected tangents — from celebrity encounters to awkward life moments.

Debates over the best and worst tracks, proving once again that we’re the most opinionated bunch of music nerds you’ll ever meet.

The usual chaos that makes this a truly funny podcast for any fan of classic albums and music analysis.

So whether you’re a fan of 90s music, music history, or just love hearing four friends roast each other while trying to stay on topic, this episode has you covered.

Hit play, and remember: don’t go chasing waterfalls — chase great podcasts instead!

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Listen, we are doing Odessey and Oracle by the Zombies and it is basically like paul macartney wrote each song. Its a wild album with some fun bits and one of the worst songs we have ever heard.

We talk about talking about jobs, Aaron makes mistake or something, and we revisit some classic Rob Bits. 

Next week we are forced to cover Kanye 808 and Heartbreaks. 

Join Rob and his co-hosts as they revisit the legendary Sly and the Family Stone with a repost of their deep dive into the groundbreaking album Stand! This episode is packed with funky grooves, unexpected tangents, and a whole lot of fun. Robert, Russell, and Aaron break down timeless tracks like "I Want to Take You Higher," "Everyday People," and "Sing a Simple Song," while exploring the rich history of this genre-defining band. But don’t expect a typical music review—our hosts often get sidetracked with hilarious, off-the-wall discussions. From random Scooby-Doo references to deep dives into Scatman John’s life (yes, we went there), to heated debates on the right way to shift on your keyboard, this episode goes everywhere.

Expect a mix of serious music analysis and totally absurd pop culture tangents. We cover the influence of Sly and the Family Stone on funk, rock, and even hip-hop, while laughing about how NBA Jam soundbites might have been inspired by their funky grooves. We also touch on Lady Gaga’s impact, discuss the unforgettable Chumbawamba, and take some time to wonder if Sly’s untold story is destined for an Oscar-worthy biopic. I mean, it’s coming, right? We’ll probably get a nomination for this podcast if that happens.

Whether you’re here for the deep dive into Sly’s genius or just want to hear us go off on Chumbawamba and the Scatman, you’ll get it all. Robert, Russell, and Aaron may not be music experts, but we sure know how to have fun—and we know the impact of Stand can't be overstated. Tune in, laugh along, and remember: If Scatman John can do it, so can you!

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For some of us, the summer is a time where we can get that work done around the house that we need to. For some of us, it gets busy on the weekends so we can't record. 

In either case, we wanted to honor Sly Stone and Brian Wilson this week by re releasing their episodes so this week is a 

THESE GUYS DIED TRIPLE HEADER. 

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