Episode 51: The Velvet Underground & Nico (self-titled). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, The Velvet Underground & Nico, which was the debut studio album by the American alternative rock band the Velvet Underground and the German singer Nico. Released by Verve Records in March 1967.

What happens when haunting melodies meet themes of sadomasochism and drug use? Join us as we revisit the cult classic album The Velvet Underground & Nico, exploring the profound impact it had despite its initial commercial failure. We'll kick things off with a lively debate on the best way to introduce this groundbreaking record to new listeners, celebrate Brian Eno's iconic quote about its influence, and delve into how its anti-heroic essence starkly contrasted the 'Summer of Love' ethos, influencing the evolution of punk and post-punk music.

Ever wondered how a chance meeting could change music history? We delve into the fortuitous partnership between Lou Reed and John Cale, from Lou's songwriting days at Pickwick Records to their experimental collaboration that pushed musical boundaries. Our journey takes us through some of the most accessible tracks like "Sunday Morning" and "I'll Be Your Mirror," while examining Nico’s enigmatic influence and Andy Warhol’s pivotal role in funding and promoting their debut album with its iconic banana sticker cover design.

Is it garage rock, experimental rock, or avant-garde rock? We tackle the complexities of labeling The Velvet Underground & Nico, drawing comparisons to early Pink Floyd while debating the contributions of each band member, particularly John Cale’s unique viola sound. Wrapping things up, we host a passionate showdown between tracks like "Venus in Furs" and "Heroin," underscoring the exceptional synergy within the Velvet Underground. Tune in for a nostalgic, insightful, and sometimes humorous exploration of one of rock history's most influential albums.

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Episode 50: Nevermind (Nirvana). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Nevermind which was the second studio album by Nirvana. It was released on September 24, 1991.

Unlock the story behind Nirvana's first release on a major label and the first to feature drummer Dave Grohl with the latest spirited debate “track by track” by the McCartney In Goal team. The album includes loads of hits including “Smells Like Teen Spirit”, "Lithium", "Come As You Are" and "In Bloom".

Ever wondered how a controversial album cover and a song about a deodorant could change the landscape of music forever? Join the team for the milestone 50th episode as they dive headfirst into Nirvana's legendary "Nevermind" album. Broadcasting from sunny Argentina and somewhere in Steve's beard, Dave, Brett and Steve embark on a nostalgic yet humorous journey, sharing their personal connections to each track.

Remember those house parties where "Nevermind" was the soundtrack to your teenage rebellion? The MiG team explore the emotional highs and production quirks of "Polly", "Stay Away," "Breed," and more, contextualizing their place in the album's legacy.

What makes an album timeless? We tackle this question with a focus on the genius of Kurt Cobain, from his punk roots to mainstream success. We also share a hilarious anecdote about hidden tracks and childhood swimming lessons tied to the "Nevermind" cover art. Join us as we celebrate 50 episodes of musical exploration, heartfelt debates, and a deep appreciation for Nirvana's transformative impact on our lives and the music world. Thank you for being part of this journey; here's to the next 50 episodes!

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Madonna released The Immaculate Collection at the end of the 1980s, to celebrate her pop domination of that decade. Containing dance remixes and alternate versions of some of her biggest hits, it was a huge success and cemented her icon status as she headed into the 90s. Today, it still stands as one of the most successful compilation albums of all time. 

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Episode 42: The Rise & Fall of Ziggy Stardust & The Spiders From Mars (David Bowie). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars (often shortened to Ziggy Stardust) which is the fifth studio album by David Bowie, released in June 1972 in United Kingdom through RCA Records. It contains the hits: Ziggy Stardust, Moonage Daydream, Starman and Rock n Roll Suicide.

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Episode 41: Bridge Over Troubled Water (Simon & Garfunkel). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Bridge Over Troubled Water which is the fifth (and final) studio album by Simon & Garfunkel, released in January 1970 on Columbia Records. It contains the well-known Simon & Garfunkel hits: "The Boxer", "Bridge Over Troubled Water", "Cecilia" and "The Only Living Boy In New York".  

Bridge Over Troubled Water by Simon & Garfunkel saw the end of the productive recording relationship between Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. It was their fifth and final album together. Art Garfunkel was starting to develop a career as an actor, which is referenced in the song Only Living Boy In New York. Many of the songs hint at the declining relationship between Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel, which in truth had often been strained during their partnership together. This album is considered to be their best work and was their most successful.  

>>> Topics discussed:  

00.37 – Welcome to our podcast  

02:55 – First qualifier: El Condor Pasa (If I Could) v Song For The Asking  

03:43 – [MUSIC] El Condor Pasa (If I Could)  

06:45 – [MUSIC] Song For The Asking  

09:44 – Second qualifier: So Long, Frank Lloyd Wright v Why Don’t You Write Me

11:22 – Who is Roy Halee? What did Roy Halee contribute to Simon & Garfunkel’s career?  

16:11 – [MUSIC] So Long, Frank Lloyd Wright  

18:16 – Third qualifier: Baby Driver v Bye Bye Love  

18:22 – [MUSIC] Bye Bye Love  

20:00 – Which songs were left off the album?  

22:12 – Who were Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel?  

24:22 – Is ‘Statusful’ a scrabble word?  

26:13 – What is a smoking bullet?  

27:50 – The long-standing rivalry between Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel  

28:58 – The odd cover choice for Bridge Over Troubled Water  

30:23 – How did Simon & Garfunkel get their big break? Who was Dick Summers?  

32:09 – First quarterfinal: El Condor Pasa (If I Could) v Bridge Over Troubled Water  

34:44 – [MUSIC] Bridge Over Troubled Water  

40:27 – Second quarterfinal: The Boxer v Why Don’t You Write Me  

41:56 – Third quarterfinal: Baby Driver v The Only Living Boy In New York  

43:20 – [MUSIC] Baby Driver  

45:27 – Fourth quarterfinal: Cecilia v Keep The Customer Satisfied  

46:15 – [MUSIC] Keep The Customer Satisfied  

49:05 – First Semi-final: Bridge Over Troubled Water v The Boxer  

52:37 – Second Semi-final: Cecilia v The Only Living Boy In New York  

54:10 – [MUSIC] Cecilia  

58:06 – Final: The Boxer v The Only Living Boy In New York  

58:18 – Is Bridge Over Troubled Water a great album?  

1:00:47 – [MUSIC] The Only Living Boy In New York

1:10:01 – [MUSIC] The Boxer  

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>>> Podcast episode web page - https://mccartneyingoal.com/ep-41-bridge-over-troubled-water-simon-garfunkel/

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Episode 40: Rubber Soul (The Beatles). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Rubber Soul which is the sixth studio album by the the Beatles. It was released on 3 December 1965 in the United Kingdom, on Parlophone. It contains the Beatles classics: Drive My Car, Norwegian Wood, In My Life, Michelle and Nowhere Man, amongst others.

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Episode 39: Led Zeppelin IV (Led Zeppelin). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Led Zeppelin IV, the untitled fourth studio album by the rock legends Led Zeppelin. It was released on 8 November 1971 by Atlantic Records and contains the bands well known anthems: Stairway To Heaven and When The Levee Breaks. May consider it to be the best of all of Led Zeppelin's albums.

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Episode 38: 16 Rock n Roll Songs That Made The Beatles (Various Artists). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Except, today we’re discussing, a collection of rock n roll songs that were influential on the young Beatles growing up across the ocean in Liverpool. These 16 songs were almost all released between 1954 and 1958 and helped shape the genre of rock n roll and much of the music that followed in the 1960s.

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Episode 37: Back In Black (AC/DC). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Back In Black which is the seventh studio album by Australian rock band AC/DC. It was released on 25 July 1980. It is the band's first album to feature lead singer Brian Johnson, following the death of previous lead singer Bon Scott. It is the second biggest selling album of all time.

00:00:01 – Welcome to Back In Black: AC/DC

00:14:02 - Famous People, Vinyl Collecting, and AC/DC

00:26:25 - AC/DC's Search for a New Singer

00:31:28 – Brian Johnson recording an Album With ACDC

00:42:04 - The Wake

00:57:35 - Discussion on AC/DC's Songs and Sound

01:04:22 - Appreciating "Back in Black"

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Episode 36: Gold (ABBA). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, ABBA Gold, which is a greatest hits compilation album by the Swedish pop group ABBA. It was released on 21 September 1992 to massive success with sales of 30 million. Gold has become the best-selling ABBA album, as well one of the best-selling albums of all time.

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Episode 35: Out Of Time (R.E.M.). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Out Of Time, which is the seventh studio album by American rock band R.E.M., released on March 12, 1991, by Warner Bros. Records. With Out of Time, R.E.M.'s status grew from that of a cult band to a massive international act. It includes the songs: "Losing My Religion", "Shiny Happy People" and "Near Wild Heaven".

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Episode 34: London Calling (The Clash). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, London Calling, which is the third studio album by English rock band the Clash. It was originally released as a double album on 14 December 1979 by CBS Records. It contains: "London Calling", "Train In Vain", "Guns Of Brixton" and "Clampdown".

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Episode 49: 1989 (Taylor's version) (Taylor Swift). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, 1989 (Taylor's version) which was a re-recording of the fifth studio album by Taylor Swift. It was released on 27 October 2023.

Unlock the story behind Taylor Swift's pop transformation from country darling to pop royalty with the latest spirited debate "track by track" by the McCartney In Goal team. The album includes loads of hits including "Welcome to New York", Blank Space, Wildest Dreams, Shake It Off, Bad Blood and Style. 

At the end of the showdown, the team will crown the ultimate 'best song' of "1989." Will the infectious beat of "Shake It Off" claim the top spot, or does the timeless elegance of "Style" reign supreme? Tune in and listen as we declare the definitive anthem of Taylor Swift's pop conquest, all the while weaving in playful trivia and humorous asides that guarantee to entertain Swifties and music buffs alike.

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Episode 33: The Bends (Radiohead). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, The Bends is the second studio album by English rock band Radiohead, released on 13 March 1995 by Parlophone. It has remained a fan favourite and contained the singles: "High and Dry", "Fake Plastic Trees" and "My Iron Lung".

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Episode 32: Jagged Little Pill (Alanis Morissette). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Jagged Little Pill, which is the third studio album by Canadian singer Alanis Morissette, released on June 13, 1995, through Maverick. It was a massive worldwide success selling 33 million and contained many singles including: "You Oughta Know", "Hand in My Pocket", "Ironic", "You Learn" and "Head over Feet".

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Episode 31: The Holy Bible (The Manic Street Preachers). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, The Holy Bible, which is the third studio album by Welsh alternative rock band Manic Street Preachers. It was released on 30 August 1994 by record label Epic and contains the singles Faster and Yes.

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Episode 30: Different Class (Pulp). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Different Class, which is the fifth studio album by English Brit-pop/rock band Pulp, released on 30 October 1995 by Island Records. The album contained hit singes: common People, Mis-Shapes,  Sorted for E's & Wizz, Disco 2000 and Something Changed.

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Episode 29: Please Please Me (The Beatles). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Please Please Me is the debut studio album by The Beatles and was released on Parlophone on 22 March 1963.

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Episode 28: Ten (Pearl Jam). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Ten which is is the debut studio album by American rock band Pearl Jam, released on 27 August 1991 on Epic Records. The album produced three hit singles: "Alive", "Even Flow", and "Jeremy".

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Episode 27: I Want To See The Bright Lights Tonight (Richard and Linda Thompson). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight, which is the second album released by Richard Thompson and the first with his wife, Linda Thompson. It was released in 1974. Although never commercially successful we discuss how it is now considered to be a masterpiece, containing the standout songs "When I Get to the Border", "The End of the Rainbow" and "I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight".

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Episode 26: Appetite For Destruction (Guns N' Roses). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Appetite For Destruction which is the debut studio album by American hard rock band Guns N' Roses. It was released on 21 July 1987 by Geffen Records. It contains the singles "Welcome to the Jungle", "Paradise City" and "Sweet Child O' Mine".

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Episode 25: Five Leaves Left (by Nick Drake). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Five Leaves Left which is the debut studio album by English folk musician Nick Drake. Recorded between 1968 and 1969, it was released in 1969 by Island records. It contains "Time Has Told Me", "River Man" and "Cello Song".

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Episode 24: Who's Next (by The Who). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Who's Next which is the fifth studio album by English rock band The Who. It developed from the aborted "Lifehouse" project, a multi-media rock opera written by the group's guitarist Pete Townshend. Who's Next was released on 14 August 1971 by Decca Records. It contains two of the band's signature songs: "Baba O'Riley" and "Won't Get Fooled Again".

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Episode 48: Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (The Beatles). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band which was the eighth studio album by The Beatles. It was released on 26 May 1967.

The McCartney In Goal team take an unruly amble through the album discussing:

• why this album, once deemed the greatest of all time, might have lost its unassailable status?
• is Sgt. Pepper's truly a concept album?
• why did John Lennon dislike some of his own contributions to Sgt. Pepper's? 
• and, eventually, the best song from the album. 

This is your chance to revisit your favourite songs, see them from a fresh perspective, and witness a lively battle for the top spot. Don't miss out on this exciting and enlightening debate!

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Episode 23: Paranoid (by Black Sabbath). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Paranoid which is the second album by the English rock band Black Sabbath, released in September 1970 through Vertigo Records. It contains several of the band's signature songs, including "Iron Man", "War Pigs" and the title track, which was the band's only Top 20 hit, reaching number 4 in the UK charts.

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Episode 22: The Southern Harmony & Musical Companion (by The Black Crowes). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion which is the second studio album by US rock band The Black Crowes, released on May 12, 1992 by Def American Records. It was the first album by the band to feature Marc Ford on lead guitar, replacing Jeff Cease, who was fired the year before, and the first to feature keyboardist Eddie Harsch.

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Episode 21: Rage Against the Machine (by Rage Against the Machine). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Rage Against the Machine, which is the self-titled debut studio album by USA heavy rock band Rage Against the Machine, released on 3 November 1992 by Epic Records. 

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Episode 20: Disintegration (The Cure). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Disintegration, which is the eighth studio album by English rock band the Cure, released on 2 May 1989 by Fiction Records. 

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Episode 19: Rumours (Fleetwood Mac). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Rumours which was the eleventh studio album by British-American rock band Fleetwood Mac, released on 4 February 1977 by Warner Bros.

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Episode 18: Revolver (The Beatles). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Revolver which was the seventh studio album by The Beatles. It was released on 5 August 1966 by Parlophone Records.

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Episode 17: Back To Black (Amy Winehouse). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Back To Black which was the second studio album by English singer and songwriter Amy Winehouse, released on 27 October 2006 by Island Records.

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Episode 16: Dark Side Of The Moon (Pink Floyd). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Dark Side Of The Moon which was the eighth studio album by English rock band Pink Floyd, released on 1 March 1973 on Harvest Records.

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Episode 15: Christmas Songs (Special episode). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. But today we’re discussing our favourite Christmas songs! We take our 16 favourite Christmas songs and discuss and compare them.

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Episode 14: Plastic Ono Band (John Lennon). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band  which is the debut studio album by former Beatle, John Lennon released on Apple Records in December 1970.

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Have you ever debated whether The Beatles' legendary album 'Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' could be considered a 'concept album'? The McCartney In Goal team debate this often asked question. Plus, Brett shares a fascinating familial connection to a World War II veteran that may well have inspired the album's title (spoiler alert: it didn't). 

Even if 'Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' does not strictly adhere to the definition of a concept album, its thematic coherence and psychedelic atmosphere is undeniable. Enjoy!

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Episode 13: If I Could Only Remember My Name (David Crosby). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, If I Could Only Remember My Name, the debut solo album by David Crosby, released in February 1971 on Atlantic Records.

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Episode 12: Parallel Lines (Blondie). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing Parallel Lines is the third studio album by American pop-punk-rock-disco band Blondie, released in September 1978.

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Episode 11: Tapestry (Carole King). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing Tapestry, the second studio album by American singer-songwriter Carole King, released in 1971. Tapestry instantly became one of the most loved and best-selling albums of all time, with a mix of pop nuggets and 70s singer-songwriter melancholy.

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Episode 10: Let It Bleed (Rolling Stones). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing Let it Bleed, the eighth studio album by The Rolling Stones, released in 1969.

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Episode 9: Astral Weeks (Van Morrison). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing Astral Weeks, the second studio album by Van Morrison, released in 1968.

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Episode 8: Doolittle (Pixies). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing Doolittle, the second studio album by the American alternative rock band Pixies, released in April 1989.

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Episode 7: Band On The Run. McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re going to Jet back to 1973 to discuss Paul McCartney's 3rd studio album.….. It’s Band On The Pun!

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Episode 6: Born In The USA. McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format.

Born In The USA is the 7th studio album by Bruce Springsteen and his most successful. It produced 7 singles and includes some of The Boss's most well loved songs, including the title track, Born In The USA, Dancing In The Dark, No Surrender, I'm On Fire, Glory Days - in fact most of the songs are Springsteen classics.

We discuss: What is heartland rock? Why did Springsteen's guitarist and right-hand man, Steve Van Zandt hate the album? Is the album a patriotic banner or the depiction of the marginalisation of working-class America? Does it matter?

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Episode 5: Stone Roses. McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format.

The Stone Roses is the debut studio album by English rock band the Stone Roses. It was recorded mostly at Battery Studios in London with producer John Leckie from June 1988 to February 1989 and released in May of that year by Silvertone Records.

We discuss:

• the differing production of the vocals across this album; 
• the relationship between the 'Stone Roses' and the 'Second Coming'; 
• track choices for the album; 

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Episode 4: Hunky Dory McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates, dissects and disseminates the great works of musical popular culture.

Hunky Dory is the fourth studio album by English singer-songwriter David Bowie. It was released on 17 December 1971.

We discuss:

• Is it Bow-ee or Bough-ee or Boo-ee? 
• Does this album stand in the shadow of Ziggy Stardust?  
• and lots more..... 

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In 1991, The Red Hot Chilli Peppers retreated to a mansion with Rick Rubin at the controls and forever changed the direction of their funky spaceship. Suddenly, actual singing, meaningful lyrics and (whisper it) ballads were on the table. Some fans felt cheated: what were their funky heroes playing at? But it mattered little, because the rest of the world finally jumped on board. 
Is it a classic? Is it too long? Is it funky enough, or too funky? Join us as we unravel the heady stew that is Blood Sugar Sex Magic. 

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Episode 3 of McCartney In Goal: Bob Dylan cover versions. This is the podcast that debates, dissects and disseminates the great works of musical popular culture. In this episode we compare some of the famous cover versions of Bob Dylan's songs and ask:

• Do Bob Dylan's songs lend themselves to be covered more than other artists?
• What makes a great Dylan cover version?
• Does the cover have to better than the original?
• Does the cover version have to feel like it is in the style of the artist covering it, rather than an artist doing a pub karaoke version of Dylan. 

We look at the following Bob Dylan cover versions:

1. The Mighty Quinn – Manfred Mann (Dylan 1967) (Manfred Mann 1968)
2. Mr Tambourine Man – The Byrds (Dylan 1965) (Byrds 1965)
3. All Along the Watchtower – Jimi Hendrix (Dylan 1967) (Hendrix 1968)
4. You Angel You - Manfred Mann's Earth Band
5. Make You Feel My Love – Adele (Dylan 1997) (Adele 2008)
6. I’ll Keep It With Mine – Fairport Convention (Dylan written 1964, demo for Blonde on Blonde 1966) (Fairport 1969)
7. It’s All Over Baby Blue – Them (Dylan 1965) (Them 1966) (Them sampled by Beck 1996, Jack-ass)
8. Lay Lady Lay - Bob Dylan (covering himself!?!) (Hard Rain)

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Episode 2 of McCartney In Goal: Definitely Maybe. This is the podcast that debates, dissects and disseminates the great works of musical popular culture.

1994. In public life, the UK was emerging from a long recession. The indie guitar scene started to hit the charts in the form of Britpop…… Oasis emerged as the flag bearers of the new scene. Noel's Union Jack painted guitar and Liam's hooded mac are synonymous with the Cool Britannia crowd.

We discuss:

• Is Rock 'n' Roll Star the definitive statement of Oasis career?
• Could the album have sounded more like Wonderwall if they had had the money to re-record it a third time? Or does it not matter? 
• How was Supersonic written and recorded in a single day?
• Is Slide Away a prelude of the style of what was to come on What’s The Story?
• How great (and under-appreciated?) is Columbia?

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Episode 1: Let It Be (The Beatles). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing Let It Be, which is the twelfth and final studio album by The Beatles. It was released on 8 May 1970, almost a month after the group's break-up. It contains the Beatles hits: Get Back, The Long And Winding Road and Let It Be.

Let It Be is the final Beatles studio album, that was actually recorded prior to Abbey Road, but released afterwards in May 1970. The sessions for Let It Be were infamous for many years due to arguments between the band as portrayed in the original Beatles TV documentary also titled: Let It Be. For many years the Let It Be documentary appeared to be a front row seat to the break up of the greatest band in history, but was that really the story?

We take a look at the songs of the original Let It Be album and debate the songs and the stories behind them. And of course vote for our favourite.

Topics discussed:

00.00 – Welcome to our podcast

02:30 – Puns

04:15 – Is Let It Be a failure of an album? What was the big idea for Let It Be?

05:30 – Was Paul McCartney was the leader of the Beatles by 1966?

06:53 – The first qualifier: I Me Mine vs Dig A Pony

07:24 – [MUSIC] Dig A Pony

11:30 – [MUSIC] I Me Mine

13:18 – The second qualifier: Dig It v Maggie Mae

13:52 – [MUSIC] Dig It

14:10 – Did Paul McCartney push the band too far with the Let It Be album concept?

15:40 – [MUSIC] Maggie Mae

16:00 – To what extent is Let It Be Naked significantly better than the original Let It Be album?

19:00 – The third qualifier: One After 909 v Across The Universe

20:50 – [MUSIC] One After 909

22:00 – [MUSIC] Across The Universe

23:32 – The fourth qualifier: The Long And Winding Road v For You Blue

23:59 – [MUSIC] For You Blue

24:48 – What other George Harrisons songs could have been on the Let It Be album?

30:28 – The Quarter Finals

30:38 – First quarter final: Two Of Us v Dig A Pony

31:00 – [MUSIC] Two Of Us (demo)

31:45 – The infamous argument in the recording sessions between George Harrison and Paul McCartney

32:30 – The narrative of the original Let It Be TV documentary 

36:59 – Second quarter final: Maggie Mae v Get Back

37:22 – Third quarter final: I’ve Got A Feeling v Across The Universe

41:45 – Fourth quarter final: The Long And Winding Road v Let It Be

43:25 – [MUSIC] Let It Be

45:36 – [MUSIC] The Long And Winding Road

49:05 – First semi final: Two Of Us v Get Back

49:58 – [MUSIC] Get Back

51:37 – Second semi final: I’ve Got A Feeling v Let It Be

52:13 – [MUSIC] I’ve Got A Feeling

53:50 – The final: Two Of Us v I’ve Got A Feeling

56:19 – [MUSIC] Two Of Us

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It's a monster! Post Beatle George unleashes his triple (?) album on the world and people go wild. Get ready for a Wall of Sound, some classic tunes, some jamming, a load of friends and more God than you were probably hoping for... It's All Things Must Pass!

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