Trimming The Musical Fat

By Stephen Nicholson

Think some albums are too long? Us too! Don’t worry! We can do something about it. Join us as we critique albums from artists we love and edit them down to under 50 minutes. Can we make a good album a... more

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December 09, 2024 158. Bruce Springsteen’s The Rising (2002): Side B
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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34min
November 30, 2024 157. Bruce Springsteen’s The Rising (2002): Side A
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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36min
November 24, 2024 156. Ranking Arcade Fire Albums (2003 - 2022)
"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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16min
November 17, 2024 155. Arcade Fire’s The Suburbs (2010): Side B
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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30min
November 11, 2024 154. Arcade Fire’s The Suburbs (2010): Side A
Summary
In this episode of 'Trimming the Musical Fat', host Stephen and guest Ross Braidwood critique Arcade Fire’s critically acclaimed 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 five tracks that will make up Side A.

The guys also talk about their love for the band, the first time they heard them and what it’s like to see them live (including twice on The Suburbs Tour).
Chapters
02:06 Introduction to ‘The Suburbs’
03:36 Critical Reception and Sales Performance
04:26 Album Overview and Initial Impressions
15:18 Seeing Arcade Fire’s live
19:17 ‘The Suburbs’
22:40 ‘Ready to Start’
26:08 ‘Modern Man’
28:42 ‘Rococo’
31:54 ‘Empty Room’
34:36 Side B Show Preview
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36min
November 04, 2024 153. Beck’s Odelay (1996): Side B
Summary

In this episode of 'Trimming the Musical Fat', host Stephen and guest Paul return for their final look at Beck's 1996 album 'Odelay'.

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 Paul agree on the four tracks that will make up Side B.

They'll also recommend some non-Odelay Beck tracks and Stephen will put the album into the TTMF Hall of Fame. Will it take the top spot from Elton John's 'Blue Moves'?

Chapters

00:40 Introduction
01:39 Recap: Side A
02:17 ‘Jackass’
04:00 ‘Where It’s At’
05:48 ‘Minus’
07:28 ‘Sissyneck’
15:29 ‘Novocaine’
09:28 The Five Cut Songs
10:35 Revealing the Supercut & Rating
11:51 Placing Odelay in the TTMF Hall of Fame
12:28 Outro

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14min
October 28, 2024 152. Beck’s Odelay (1996): Side A
Summary

In this episode of 'Trimming the Musical Fat', host Stephen and guest Paul critique Beck’s 1996 album 'Odelay'.

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 Paul agree on the five tracks that will make up Side A.

Chapters

01:55 Introduction to ‘Odelay’
03:03 Critical Reception and Sales Performance
03:53 Album Overview and Initial Impressions
07:32 ‘Devil’s Haircut’
09:49 ‘Hotwax’
11:41 ‘Lord Only Knows’
13:39 ‘The New Pollution’
15:29 ‘Novocaine’
18:02 Side B Show Preview

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19min
October 22, 2024 151. Elton John’s Blue Moves (1976): Side B
Summary
Welcome back for the concluding episode of our look at Elton John's 1976 album 'Blue Moves'.
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 Paul agree on the five tracks that will make up Side B and place the album in the TTMF Hall of Fame.
Chapters

00:43 Introduction
02:42 ‘Someone’s Final Song’
05:14 ‘Where’s The Shoorah’
07:48 ‘If There’s a God in Heaven’
10:36 ‘Cage The Songbird’
13:25 ‘Bite Your Lip (Get Up and Dance)’
16:51 Discussing the 9 cut songs
21:58 Revealing the ‘Blue Moves’ TTMF Supercut
22:44 Recommending further Elton John listening
23:54 TTMF Hall of Fame and preview of next show
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26min
October 11, 2024 150. Elton John’s Blue Moves (1976): Side A
"It's an undisputed Elton John classic."

Summary

In this episode of 'Trimming the Musical Fat', host Stephen and guest Paul delve into Elton John's 1976 double-album 'Blue Moves'. Should it have been released as a single album?

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

Chapters

01:09 Introduction to ‘Blue Moves’
02:34 Critical Reception and Sales Performance
04:59 Album Overview and Initial Impressions
10:20 ‘Tonight’
13:35 ‘One Horse Town’
16:07 ‘Chameleon’
19:26 ‘Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word’
23:48 Side B Show Preview

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25min
October 11, 2024 Paul says goodbye 👋
After 3 and a half years co-hosting at TTMF, Paul is hanging up his headphones for a new venture (coming 2025). Hear about it here and what Stephen’s exciting plans are for the future of the podcast.
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4min

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