In Episode 18 of Backwards Beats, Dan, Carl, and the podcast's first-ever guest, Lee McAdams from @squatchsounds, dive deep into the iconic blues legacy of Muddy Waters through the expansive 50-track compilation The Anthology (1947–1972). With decades of music to explore, they abandon the usual track-by-track format for a broader, decade-spanning approach, picking personal favorites and discussing Muddy’s profound influence on rock, blues, and guitar-driven music. Along the way, they blend heartfelt appreciation with irreverent humor, touching on everything from harmonica roots to slide guitar legends.