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Ten (2FGA #34)
Is Ten a perfect 10? This week, we’re digging into the album that turned Seattle into the center of the musical universe. From Eddie Vedder’s iconic growl to the soaring guitar 🎸 work that defined a generation, we’re exploring the iconic album that transformed internal anguish into stadium-sized euphoria.
Then, we pivot to the modern day with the 2025 album "Bleeds," *Wednesday’s* high-decibel rallying cry for the overlooked, a cathartic howl from the back porches of the American South. It turns small-town grit into sonic euphoria and vulnerability into sheer feedback-drenched power, blending wall-of-sound distortion with a raw, country-tinged pulse. Here, every note feels like both a reckoning and a celebration — Karly Hartzman leading the charge to find beauty in the rust, and salvation in the scream. 🏚️💥📉
So welcome to *Two Fat Guys and an Album* …the only fat guys podcast that matters! 🎧🎸 A lively, in-depth music podcast dedicated to album lovers, vinyl collectors, and curious listeners everywhere. Each week, your host Mike "The Show" Blackburn and Maestro Brek Hufnus passionately dive into legendary classics, hidden gems, and brand-new releases, sharing entertaining reviews, sharp analysis, and hilarious banter across every genre—from rock and alternative to indie, folk, prog, metal, and beyond. Available wherever you get your podcasts.
*Support* the Two Fat Guys and an Album podcast at: https://ko-fi.com/bandman35.
*Full Episode List and Album Ranking* https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SEryl6jnLRXhHsTwvlhN239mmw2gg8VL/view?usp=drive_link
Check out the *Two Fat Guys and an Album Playlist* on Apple Music
*2026* https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/two-fat-guys-and-an-album-2026/pl.u-WabZP9Asrld2v
*2025* https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/two-fat-guys-and-an-album-2025/pl.u-oZylavgsZlRJ0
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🕒 Time stamps so you can jump right in:
0:00 *Welcome and Nuggets* 🐔 *David Bowie* _Ziggy Stardust._ *Arctic Monkeys* _Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino._ *The Maestro's Reaction Video* https://youtu.be/C61FMWbUxg8?si=qYfiUdYyvtnT_8R7.
4:39 *Greatest US National Anthem performances:* https://youtu.be/SxIxyCIw2VU?si=vKVEv1FLdWTCWKY9. https://youtu.be/_n9bxfxE25Y?si=13Q_0ey-MPETbvSy. https://youtu.be/tvpxVE_kQXg?si=-1_UHN5oLl92VitE. https://youtu.be/RZ9WdCunvy8?si=0t1kNr-7bZxR5F1n. https://youtu.be/WFKXJ091Ed4?si=rhFErGJnCS2rWnS8. https://youtu.be/RHZ7K99gTN0?si=oA2eSuVDgJajO7Au
13:48 Critical objectivity vs. "Maturity."
22:11 *Side One:* *Pearl Jam* _Ten._ The Screaming Trees https://youtu.be/2sEQ_pERmQw?si=EQgABP-ohzwzcnjC. *Grunge* Nirvana, Mother Love Bone, Temple of the Dog.
41:15 The Album
52:55 Landmark?🗺️ Perfect💯
59:47 *Side Two: What's Going On:* *Flea* _Honora._ *Jeff Tweedy* _Lou Reed Was My Babysitter._ *Zach Bryan* _Runny Eggs._ *Tyler Childers* _Tirtha Yatra_ and _Can You Take My Hounds to Heaven._
1:13:35 *Side Three: Beyond Classic Rock:* *Wednesday* _Bleeds._
1:28:10 *Side Four:* Ranking and Thank You 🙌 *Next episode:* *Bob Marley* _Exodus,_ and *The Beths* _Straight Line Was A Lie._
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💌 Thanks to our sponsors & contributors!
🏠 Diane – www.yourhomegroupchi.com
🧠 Deeper Connections Counseling – www.dcctherapy.com
📸 LR Media – [email protected]
🎬 MKE Video – [email protected]
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*Two Fat Guys and an Album* is also available on Apple, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or wherever you get your podcasts!
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*Full Episode List and Album Ranking* https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SEryl6jnLRXhHsTwvlhN239mmw2gg8VL/view?usp=drive_link
*The Maestro's Current Album Ranking*
1. Sgt. Pepper (1967) – The Beatles
2. Moondance (1970) – Van Morrison
3. Led Zeppelin (1971) – IV
4. Ziggy Stardust (1972) – David Bowie
5. The Doors (1967) – The Doors
6. Wish You Were Here (1973) Pink Floyd
7. Aqualung (1971) - Jethro Tull
8. Graceland (1986) - Paul Simon
9. Who’s Next (1971) - The Who
10. Paranoid (1970) - Black Sabbath
*"The Show's" Current Top Ten*
1. OK Computer (1997) - Radiohead
2. London Calling (1979) – The Clash
3. Blonde on Blonde (1966)- Bob Dylan
4. Graceland (1986) - Paul Simon
5. Aqualung (1971) - Jethro Tull
6. Bat Out of Hell (1977) – Meat Loaf
7. Who’s Next (1971) - The Who
8. Wish You Were Here (1973) – Pink Floyd
9. The Doors (1967) – The Doors
10. Synchronicity (1983) – The Police
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#️⃣ Tags:
#ClassicAlbums #MusicPodcast #bigthief #pearljam #wednesdaymusic #TwoFatGuys #2FatGuys #MusicReview #AlbumReview #NewMusic #Indie #MusicCulture #AlbumAnalysis #MusicDiscussion
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By twofatguysalbumIs Ten a perfect 10? This week, we’re digging into the album that turned Seattle into the center of the musical universe. From Eddie Vedder’s iconic growl to the soaring guitar 🎸 work that defined a generation, we’re exploring the iconic album that transformed internal anguish into stadium-sized euphoria.
Then, we pivot to the modern day with the 2025 album "Bleeds," *Wednesday’s* high-decibel rallying cry for the overlooked, a cathartic howl from the back porches of the American South. It turns small-town grit into sonic euphoria and vulnerability into sheer feedback-drenched power, blending wall-of-sound distortion with a raw, country-tinged pulse. Here, every note feels like both a reckoning and a celebration — Karly Hartzman leading the charge to find beauty in the rust, and salvation in the scream. 🏚️💥📉
So welcome to *Two Fat Guys and an Album* …the only fat guys podcast that matters! 🎧🎸 A lively, in-depth music podcast dedicated to album lovers, vinyl collectors, and curious listeners everywhere. Each week, your host Mike "The Show" Blackburn and Maestro Brek Hufnus passionately dive into legendary classics, hidden gems, and brand-new releases, sharing entertaining reviews, sharp analysis, and hilarious banter across every genre—from rock and alternative to indie, folk, prog, metal, and beyond. Available wherever you get your podcasts.
*Support* the Two Fat Guys and an Album podcast at: https://ko-fi.com/bandman35.
*Full Episode List and Album Ranking* https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SEryl6jnLRXhHsTwvlhN239mmw2gg8VL/view?usp=drive_link
Check out the *Two Fat Guys and an Album Playlist* on Apple Music
*2026* https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/two-fat-guys-and-an-album-2026/pl.u-WabZP9Asrld2v
*2025* https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/two-fat-guys-and-an-album-2025/pl.u-oZylavgsZlRJ0
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🕒 Time stamps so you can jump right in:
0:00 *Welcome and Nuggets* 🐔 *David Bowie* _Ziggy Stardust._ *Arctic Monkeys* _Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino._ *The Maestro's Reaction Video* https://youtu.be/C61FMWbUxg8?si=qYfiUdYyvtnT_8R7.
4:39 *Greatest US National Anthem performances:* https://youtu.be/SxIxyCIw2VU?si=vKVEv1FLdWTCWKY9. https://youtu.be/_n9bxfxE25Y?si=13Q_0ey-MPETbvSy. https://youtu.be/tvpxVE_kQXg?si=-1_UHN5oLl92VitE. https://youtu.be/RZ9WdCunvy8?si=0t1kNr-7bZxR5F1n. https://youtu.be/WFKXJ091Ed4?si=rhFErGJnCS2rWnS8. https://youtu.be/RHZ7K99gTN0?si=oA2eSuVDgJajO7Au
13:48 Critical objectivity vs. "Maturity."
22:11 *Side One:* *Pearl Jam* _Ten._ The Screaming Trees https://youtu.be/2sEQ_pERmQw?si=EQgABP-ohzwzcnjC. *Grunge* Nirvana, Mother Love Bone, Temple of the Dog.
41:15 The Album
52:55 Landmark?🗺️ Perfect💯
59:47 *Side Two: What's Going On:* *Flea* _Honora._ *Jeff Tweedy* _Lou Reed Was My Babysitter._ *Zach Bryan* _Runny Eggs._ *Tyler Childers* _Tirtha Yatra_ and _Can You Take My Hounds to Heaven._
1:13:35 *Side Three: Beyond Classic Rock:* *Wednesday* _Bleeds._
1:28:10 *Side Four:* Ranking and Thank You 🙌 *Next episode:* *Bob Marley* _Exodus,_ and *The Beths* _Straight Line Was A Lie._
-------------------------------------
💌 Thanks to our sponsors & contributors!
🏠 Diane – www.yourhomegroupchi.com
🧠 Deeper Connections Counseling – www.dcctherapy.com
📸 LR Media – [email protected]
🎬 MKE Video – [email protected]
-------------------------------------
*Two Fat Guys and an Album* is also available on Apple, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or wherever you get your podcasts!
-------------------------------------
*Full Episode List and Album Ranking* https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SEryl6jnLRXhHsTwvlhN239mmw2gg8VL/view?usp=drive_link
*The Maestro's Current Album Ranking*
1. Sgt. Pepper (1967) – The Beatles
2. Moondance (1970) – Van Morrison
3. Led Zeppelin (1971) – IV
4. Ziggy Stardust (1972) – David Bowie
5. The Doors (1967) – The Doors
6. Wish You Were Here (1973) Pink Floyd
7. Aqualung (1971) - Jethro Tull
8. Graceland (1986) - Paul Simon
9. Who’s Next (1971) - The Who
10. Paranoid (1970) - Black Sabbath
*"The Show's" Current Top Ten*
1. OK Computer (1997) - Radiohead
2. London Calling (1979) – The Clash
3. Blonde on Blonde (1966)- Bob Dylan
4. Graceland (1986) - Paul Simon
5. Aqualung (1971) - Jethro Tull
6. Bat Out of Hell (1977) – Meat Loaf
7. Who’s Next (1971) - The Who
8. Wish You Were Here (1973) – Pink Floyd
9. The Doors (1967) – The Doors
10. Synchronicity (1983) – The Police
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#️⃣ Tags:
#ClassicAlbums #MusicPodcast #bigthief #pearljam #wednesdaymusic #TwoFatGuys #2FatGuys #MusicReview #AlbumReview #NewMusic #Indie #MusicCulture #AlbumAnalysis #MusicDiscussion