Summary

Stephen & his guests, Davie & Paul, return for one final Radiohead show.

The guys each take a turn to rank all of Radiohead’s 9 studio albums, from ‘Pablo Honey’ to ‘A Moon Shaped Pool’. What will come out on? OK Computer? The Bends? Kid A? Listen now to find out.

Chapters

00:10 Introduction to Trimming the Musical Fat

01:30 Ross’s rankings

09:30 Davie’s rankings

21:00 Stephen’s rankings

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Summary

In this episode of Trimming the Musical Fat, host Stephen and returning guests Ross & Davie, continue their exploration of Radiohead's 1995 album, The Bends.

They select the songs for Side B of the TTMF Supercut of the album, including album tracks & B-Sides. The conversation delves into the significance of each song, the band's evolution, and their recommendations for lesser-known Radiohead tracks.

The episode concludes with the placement of The Bends in the TTMF Hall of Fame.

Chapters

00:32 Introduction to Trimming the Musical Fat

01:35 Selecting Side B of The Bends

02:38 Deep Dive into 'Just' and 'My Iron Lung'

08:20 Exploring B-Sides: 'Bishop's Robes'

11:27 Analysing 'Black Star'

14:26 Great B-Side: ‘Banana Co’

15:50 ‘Sulk’

18:08 Final Track: 'Street Spirit' and Album Ranking

21:20 Cut Tracks

25:39 Radiohead Song Recommendations

27:42 TTMF Hall of Fame Placing

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#Radiohead #TheBends #alternativerock #ninetiesmusic

Summary

At last! Here’s our first episode looking at Radiohead’s classic 1995 release ‘The Bends’.

Why the delay? Recording issues. Scheduling. Time. Re-recording. Anyway, cobbled together like The Beatles’ Free As A Bird, but with no audio that sounds like it was recorded in an echoey bathroom, Stephen and his guests Ross Braidwood & Davie Melon, take on a hypothetical scenario: If Radiohead had all The Bends’ singles B-sides available to them at the time of track selection for the album, which would they put on it? Which album tracks would have to be dropped? Watch/Listen now to find out which six tracks make it into Side A of the vinyl version of The Bends.

Chapters

00:00 The Bends TV Spot

00:27 Introduction

00:49 Radiohead Interview (1995)

01:41 Tale of the Tape: The Bends

05:33 Discussing Radiohead and The Bends

15:46 ‘Planet Telex’

19:21 ‘The Bends’

23:15 ‘High & Dry’

27:09 ‘Fake Plastic Trees’

30:47 ‘Talk Show Host’

34:25 Nice Dream’

38:20 Conclusion and Promo for Side B

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"They've got their own unique sound."

Summary

In this episode of Trimming Musical Fat, host Stephen and guest Bryan discuss their rankings of Alice in Chains' studio albums. They explore the band's unique sound, the evolution of their music, and the impact of their albums from the 90s to the present. The conversation highlights the significance of each album, with a particular focus on the classics like 'Dirt' and 'Facelift', while also touching on their more recent works. The hosts share personal insights and reflections on the band's legacy and their hopes for future concerts.

Chapters

00:15 Introduction to Alice in Chains and the Podcast

01:56 Ranking the Albums: A Deep Dive

08:34 Final Thoughts on Alice in Chains and Their Legacy

"Check my brain is absolute top tier."

#AliceinChains #albumranking #musicpodcast #rockmusic #90smusic #alternativerock #musicdiscussion #bandanalysis #supercut #musicreviews #grunge #laynestaley #jerrrycantrell

"It's a gentle, beautiful, tenderly sung song."

Summary

In this episode of Trimming The Musical Fat, host Stephen Nicholson and guest Bryan Borthwick delve into the concluding part of their review and song selection for Alice in Chains' self-titled 1995 album.

They discuss the selection of tracks for Side B, share their thoughts on them, and reveal which tracks didn't make the cut. The conversation also includes recommendations for new listeners and a ranking of the album in the TTMF Hall of Fame.

"We have accomplished something worthy."

00:00 Alice in Chains Interview (1995)

00:55 Introduction to Alice in Chains' Self-Titled Album

02:00 Picking Side B Tracks

03:19 ‘Again’

06:32 ‘God Am’

08:15 ‘So Close’

10:30 ‘Nothin’ Song’

13:23 ‘Over Now’

11:35 Final Track Selections and Ratings

16:42 Songs That Didn't Make the Cut

19:11 Revealing The Supercut and Album Ratings

20:15 AIC Song Recommendations for New Listeners

22:39 Ranking in the TTMF Hall of Fame

#AliceinChains #selftitledalbum #musicpodcast #trackselection #albumreview #TTMFHallofFame #musicrecommendations #rockmusic #90smusic #albumtrimming

"I was disappointed with it as well, but...."

Summary

In this episode of 'Trimming The Musical Fat', host Stephen and his friend and guest Bryan Borthwick delve into Alice in Chains' self-titled third album, to create the under 50-minute, single vinyl TTMF Supercut of it.

They discuss the band's history, the emotional depth of the album's lyrics, and their personal reactions to the music. The conversation includes a detailed analysis of the album's artwork, the process of curating a supercut of the album, and a deep dive into key tracks, exploring lyrical themes and interpretations. The guys also reflect on their past perceptions of the album and rate it out of five, setting the stage for future discussions, and the selection of Side B.

Chapters

00:00 Jerry Cantrell Interview (1995)

00:42 Introduction to Alice in Chains' Self-Titled Album

02:02 Tale of the Tape: Alice in Chains (1995)

03:55 Exploring the Band's History and Impact

07:21 Initial Reactions to the Album

09:04 Album Artwork and Its Significance

14:48 Curating the Supercut: Side One Selection

16:02 Deep Dive into 'Grind' and Its Significance

18:55 Analysing 'Brush Away' and Its Themes

22:06 Discussion on 'Sludge Factory' and Its Length

26:08 The Uplifting Sound of 'Heaven Beside You'

28:38 Final Thoughts on 'Head Creeps' and Album Ratings

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Summary

In this episode of Trimming The Musical Fat, host Stephen, with returning guests Renée James and Davie Melon, conclude their discussion on Bruce Springsteen's 2002 album, The Rising. They delve into the selection of tracks for Side B of their supercut, analyzing the themes and emotions conveyed in each song. The conversation also touches on tracks that didn't make the cut, providing insights into the group's preferences and the album's overall impact. The episode wraps up with personal ratings and recommendations for further listening, highlighting the enduring legacy of Springsteen's work.

Chapters

00:37 Introduction to The Rising Album Discussion

02:04 Choosing Side B Tracks

05:56 In-Depth Analysis of 'Into the Fire'

09:56 Exploring 'Nothing Man' and Its Themes

13:58 Musical Complexity of 'The Fuse'

17:36 Positive Vibes of 'Let's Be Friends'

19:58 Final Thoughts on 'My City of Ruins'

22:51 Songs That Didn't Make the Cut

25:20 Ratings and Recommendations for Future Listening

29:56 Placing The Rising in the TTMF Hall of Fame

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Summary

In this episode of 'Trimming the Musical Fat', host Stephen Nicholson and guests Renee James, and Davie Melon explore Bruce Springsteen's album 'The Rising'. They discuss the album's background, personal reflections on its impact, the significance of its artwork, and their favorite tracks. The conversation delves into the emotional weight of the songs, particularly in the context of the 9/11 attacks, and culminates in selecting the side A songs for a supercut vinyl edition of the album.

Chapters

00:52 Introduction to The Rising

02:08 Tale of the Tape: The Rising

03:55 Revisiting The Rising: Initial Impressions

08:16 Artwork and Presentation of The Rising

09:44 Favourite Tracks and Their Impact

13:52 Discussion on Lonesome Day

16:48 Discussion on Waitin’ on a Sunny Day

20:12 Countin’ on a Miracle: An Anthem of Hope

23:18 Empty Sky: Reflections on Loss

26:56 You're Missing: The Pain of Absence

30:52 The Rising: A Celebratory Anthem

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"It's a case of a return to form."

Summary

In this conversation, Stephen Nicholson and Ross discuss and rank the albums of Arcade Fire, sharing their thoughts on each album's strengths and weaknesses. They explore the evolution of the band's sound, from their early works to their more recent releases, highlighting key tracks and personal favourites. The discussion emphasizes the unique qualities of each album, the band's willingness to experiment, and the impact of their music on listeners.

"It's a terrific debut album."

Chapters

00:00 Ranking Arcade Fire's Albums

00:44 Everything Now

02:45 Reflector and Its Reception

04:44 The Early Works: Arcade Fire EP

05:38 The Return to Form: WE

07:50 The Suburbs

12:07 The Masterpieces: Funeral and Neon Bible

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Summary

In this episode of 'Trimming the Musical Fat', host Stephen and guest Ross return for their final look at Arcade Fire’s 2010 album 'The Suburbs'.

The mission: Curate an under 50-minute, single vinyl version of the album to create a more concise listening experience. In this show, Stephen and Ross agree on the six tracks that will make up Side B.

They also recommend some further listening from the band, and Stephen puts the album into the TTMF Hall of Fame…but where?! Elton John's 'Blue Moves' & Beck’s ‘Odelay’ currently occupy the top two positions.

Chapters

00.35 Introduction

02:27 Sprawl I (Flatlands)

05:19 Sprawl II (Mountains Beyond Mountains)

09:21 Month of May

11:55 Half-Light I

14:00 Half-Light II

16:45 The Suburbs (Continued)

18:42 Discussing the Cut Tracks

21:52 Reveal The Suburbs Supercut

22:30 Recommendations: Further Arcade Fire Listening

26:44 TTMF Hall of Fame

28:21 Farewell

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