Backwards Beats Podcast: Episode 3 - Suicide by Suicide
Artist Connections
The track "Frankie Teardrop" directly inspired Bruce Springsteen's "State Trooper", showcasing its reach into unexpected musical territories. - R.E.M. covered "Ghost Rider (YouTube)," though it remains an obscure part of their repertoire.Final Thoughts:
Would You Hit It?: Dan gives a resounding NO, while Carl adds that recommending this album might end friendships.Quality Time Segment: Dan compares this album to baking soda—a raw ingredient necessary for better music to follow, but tough to consume on its own.Music Referenced
Closer by Nine Inch NailsBeats of Fury by Chemical BrothersNightclubbing by Iggy PopWalk on the Wild Side by Lou ReedState Trooper by Bruce SpringsteenLCD SoundsystemSonic YouthElvis PresleyThe BuzzcocksMinistryThe CarsThe EaglesArcade FireHuey LewisFatboy SlimR.E.MPink Floyd25 or 6 to 4 by ChicagoDJ KhaledThe Rolling StonesTwist and Shout by The BeatlesDean MartinDavid LynchBlitzkrieg Bop by RamonesTrent ReznorNext Episode: Join us as we explore album #498, The Indestructible Beat of Soweto - Volume One on the Rolling Stone list—stay tuned!
Hosts: Carl Pfanstiehl and Dan WoodardRecorded at: Thought Shack StudioRelease Date: January 21, 2025Rank: 498