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1001 Album Complaints

The Chop Unlimited
The Beatles
Abbey Road
Cyndi Lauper
The Beach Boys
Manic Street Preachers
John Lennon
George Harrison
Yoko Ono
Country Music
1980s Pop Music
Britpop
Slipknot
Richie Edwards
The Holy Bible
Something
I Want You (she's So Heavy)
Buck Owens
She's So Unusual
Gasoline Alley
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band

Musicians give irreverent takes on "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die", delivered every Monday morning. We do all the research, help you better understand why you love the things you love, plus introduce you to new music and musical ideas you should care about. Want to sound informed, intelligent, and funny when talking about music, even the records you don't like? Want to laugh while you l... more

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Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. The Jesus and Mary Chain started as warring brothers with a port-a-studio and ended up on Top of the Pops while helping kick off the Glasgow music scene of... more

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Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Meat Loaf met his soulmate Jim Steinman on stage in New York and the two set about crafting the most over-the-top theatrical rock opera of an album ever pr... more

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Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Tom Petty came up in the swamps of Florida playing tiny clubs and sock hops before heading to LA and making his fortune. The boys talk about perfect backgr... more

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Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Queens of the Stone Age were birthed from a desert party culture deep in the southern California dunes and rose to success on a wave of heavy, fuzzed out r... more

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Tony Sadowski
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Episode: The Story Behind: Queens of the Stone Age - Queens of the Stone Age, Ep 236
Dave Gebroe
Guest from Discograffiti podcast and music expert
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Episode: The Story Behind: Sonic Youth - Evol, Ep 226
Jenn Tully
Host of What Are You Listening To podcast
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Episode: The Story Behind: Lana Del Rey - Chemtrails Over the Country Club, Ep 211
Thomas Hughes
Indie musician and member of The Spinto Band and Carol Cleveland Sings
Episode: The Story Behind: Abba - The Visitors, Ep 208
Emm Gryner
A Canadian musician known for collaboration with David Bowie and diverse musical ventures
Episode: The Story Behind: Van Halen - 1984, Ep 197
Jen Tully
Host of a weekly podcast where she discusses the music on the minds of her guests
What Are You Listening To?
Episode: The Story Behind: Def Leppard - Hysteria, Ep 194
Rob Casise
An expert in music production, songwriting, and indie marketing.
Host of 1001 Album Complaints
Episode: Bonus: Rob's appearance on "What Are You Listening To?" with Jenn Tully
Other Adam
Special guest on the episode.
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Episode: The Story Behind: Napalm Death - Scum, Ep 178
Conan Neutron
Rocker and host of Protonic Reversal, which celebrates its 10th anniversary.
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Episode: The Story Behind: Mudhoney - Every Good Boy Deserves Fudge, Ep 159

Hosts

Tom
Host who often discusses music history and offers comedic insights throughout episodes.
Rob
Co-host bringing a critical yet humorous perspective on albums discussed.
Phil
Co-host providing commentary and insights on music history and personal favorite albums.
Marty
Co-host engaging with guests and listeners, contributing to the humor and depth of discussions.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 840 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Thank you so much for this. It’s one of the funniest podcasts I’ve listened to. Really nice entertainment, keep up the good work! And I love the 1001 albums book so it’s a perfect music podcast for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ask Kure
    Denmark3 months ago
  • Tweet length review coming…

    As a fellow lover of music, I have truly enjoyed this podcast. A good blend of humor and music knowledge and honesty really challenges me each time I listen to the podcast. I find myself yelling at them when I disagree, but it forces me to take an honest look at each song from a perspective I didn’t necessarily think of before. My suggestion is start of by listening to an episode focusing one of your favorite albums and go from there.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Math Dawg
    United States3 months ago
  • Lazy

    Don’t brag about not listening to the album you’re discussing if you want me to take your album discussion podcast seriously

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Beans McGoo
    United States3 months ago
  • Ponderous

    This review specifically is in reference to the Harry Nilsson episode. This is essentially a Wikipedia reading by a bunch of dorks having no clue what they’re talking about, little frame of reference, and frankly terrible taste. It was really hard to get through.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jimmyether
    United States4 months ago
  • Fun, detailed, and insightful!

    Just discovered this podcast while searching for an episode on the Stone Roses, and loved their take on the self-titled album. It’s an excellent combination of historical background, technical analysis, and entertaining banter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sligo Dave
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the humor and music knowledge shared by the hosts, which creates a relatable and entertaining atmosphere.
The irreverent tone alongside informative commentary enhances listener enjoyment, making complicated music histories accessible.
Some negative feedback points to criticism for a perceived lack of depth or over-simplified takes on certain albums, with listeners seeking more detailed insights.

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The Story Behind: k.d. lang - Shadowland, Ep 233
Q: What was your impression of this album? Were you familiar with this before this week?
Jenn disclosed her familiarity with k.d. lang's other works, and mentioned she was surprised by the number of covers on 'Shadowland', finding it a deeper dive than she'd ever done into her music before.
BONUS: Song Battle: 90s 1 Hit Wonders - Ep. #1
Q: What are your thoughts on today's contenders?
The Proclaimers might have a simplistic delivery but they offer memorable harmony and songwriting.
Our 200th Episode! The Story Behind: David Bowie - The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars: SIDE 1
Q: What did you guys think of the record?
Overall, it's pretty damn good, but it has some complaints regarding its mix and cohesion.
2025 State of the Union Show
Q: What are your day jobs?
We probably won’t reveal them, but they mostly consist of boring jobs like teaching and taxidermy.
2025 State of the Union Show
Q: Which albums have been replaced by Dymre in his updated versions and which would you guys have replaced?
I can't tell you which albums have been replaced, but I mean, I have a lot of opinions on which albums should have been replaced.

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What is 1001 Album Complaints about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content covers a mix of humorous critiques and personal anecdotes from hosts who are musicians themselves, focusing on albums deemed essential listening from "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die." Episodes often feature lively discussions about the context and musical nuances behind various albums, making the show both entertaining and informative. Regularly highlighted are personal stories, industry insights, and respectful yet irreverent takes on albums, whether loved or loathed. This unique combination not only celebrates the joys of music but also encourages listeners to explore and appreciate a diverse array of musical styles and histories.

What sets this podcast apart is its commitment to humor and camaraderie among hosts, f... more

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1. Tony Sadowski
2. Dave Gebroe
3. Jenn Tully
4. Thomas Hughes
5. Emm Gryner
6. Jen Tully
7. Rob Casise
8. Other Adam

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