BG's Brok'n Records: Recent Episodes
BG's Brok'n Records
Two friends for almost 40 years that just like to talk music. We are going to take you on a musical ride - from the past to the present: from rock to punk, alternative to country rock, from R & B to Soul. We will explore the strengths, the highs, the lows that have had an impact on our lives.
Wow. Do we have a right old chin wag in this episode. We talk about rock books, new music and the Burning Man festival. Listen, subscribe, pass it on. Thanks!!
Sabbatical is over!! Today we chat about the 45's we bought as kids. Any of them ring a bell?? Let us know. Click on the link to hear the playlist. Subscribe, pass us on, make our day! Thanks for continuing to listen.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6jxRH4lPbaueu2K83Y4CWN?si=4bc2984a9b8a4b5c
In this weeks episode, we dive back into the world of money and music. Who is selling? Who is buying? Why? Can I get in on this? Grab your pet, go for a walk with us and find out the answers.
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This week, Gari and I talk about the recent news that The Eagles "may be" lip synching and what their audiences don't know. Please make sure to follow us - and pass us on!!
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In this episode, we wonder why there aren't any new releases from Billy Squier, XTC or Nick Drake. Travel back to your younger days to find out the answer.
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To celebrate our passing the 50 episode milestone, we look back at the LP's that came out 50 years ago. Listen while we talk about the quality of music generated and released in 1974.
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Today we dive into rock and roll legends, The MC5. With the passing of Wayne Kramer, we dusted off the bootleg video and the classic LP's. Join us for a longer than usual walk through rock history, as you can't cover this explosive band in 30 minutes. Check out the 5's play list below and send us a note at X or Instagram
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MC5 #DetroitRock #PunkRock
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1DZ06evO2TUaYt?si=da0b7e978d91436f
Spotify Song list click here http://tinyurl.com/yzu75z8a
In this episode, we talk about songs that do justice to the original. Not better but a good testament to the original.
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Today we chat about those who passed last year. This isn't a somber podcast - we still manage a few laughs. Remember to check out our podcasts on Tina Turner and Sinead O'Conner.
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Today is a big day for Detroit. So what better than to speak to a longtime friend who loves the author of Panic In Detroit - David Bowie. So grab your dog and head out with us while we giggle and try to provide back stories for all the laughing.
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We have a quick call to talk about the last year, next year, what episodes were popular, KISS (because we always do), etc.
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For the final podcast of 2023, we discuss Bob Geldof and the story behind "Do They Know It's Christmas Time". Oh, and we compare it to "We Are The World".
Thanks for listening this year, we've had a gas. Watch Band-Aid by clicking the link below.
https://youtu.be/j3fSknbR7Y4?si=--BxDWo-FgbuKGZ9
Today we talk about bands that released 1 great LP and then....gone. We reference a number of bands you may not have heard of. Remember to check out the link below to hear some of their songs - it's that easy.
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https://open.spotify.com/playlist/00qbDNep3oKmcNiS5K5Vnp?si=835048332725481e
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-lists/best-one-album-wonders-14916/minor-threat-out-of-step-1983-211067/
https://www.loudersound.com/features/rocks-20-greatest-one-album-wonders-the-bands-that-made-one-album-then-vanished
Today, a bit more serious, we chat about the positive affect music has on the brain. As we get older, we need to keep music and other forms of art in our life. So, grab your grade school trumpet out of the closet and join us for a discussion on the benefits of music.
You may have been recently thinking of Lenny Kravitz or Matthew Sweet. So have we. Today we dive into these two and talk about their discography, some of the tunes and strongly recommend you play some more of their music.
Matthew Sweet:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2idymNTKUdnTxforkb12Mw?si=Sl0997RLS-O1nT3EbWfROw
Lenny Kravitz:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5gznATMVO85ZcLTkE9ULU7?si=sKI8JAcEQC6P1GtARevhXQ
Ever hear of the band Death? From Detroit? Hardcore punk (in our humble opinions) before punk existed. They made 8 songs and we are still talking about them. Ever hear of Bad Brains? They followed in the path of Death. Check it out.
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Click below for Death
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6GLYG6CiVx1P5D8Qa6Ulyo?si=KJC6UIyGQYa7itXO8qO9dg
Click below for Bad Brains
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1oVj9JmPUPg4SQ2uerV2xc?si=_eG3P0N7Q5-033QwxktvmA
Have you sat through films and felt more connection to the film because of the music that is being played? Do you own the soundtrack to SHREK or Flamingo Kid? Neither do we. Today we talk about a couple soundtracks you know and a couple you may not know about.
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Below are 3 soundtracks we like:
Times Square
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7qHgRVVNdVplnIzjrak9dL?si=5aa307bb5f9f49e7
The Harder They Come
https://open.spotify.com/album/4oxdKcC9epGo9viy1j8fN7?si=pw_5hu8_TNKVwi08IB38Tw
Saturday Night Fever
https://open.spotify.com/album/3xaCKtqadm4KnviPFKEjs7?si=EIXmlkXSQCeNXODlLRd7Fg
Besides Swedish Fish being a great candy, Swedish music punches WAY above it's weight. Who are the people behind the music that is currently populating the charts - and has been for years and years.
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Today, we dive into YouTube, streaming and the relevance of bands old and the power of bands new. Grab your dog, go for a walk and listen to what we found. "She has how many monthly listeners?"
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This week we talk about the life of Sinéad. Some stories you may not have heard so stay with us to the end. We sometimes go off course but when we do, it can be funny. Thanks for tuning in and please pass this on to a fellow music buff. Email us at bgbrokn867@gmail.com
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In episode 36, we ask the question what do musicians and cars have in common? Almost everything. From Chuck Berry to Prince, music and cars go together. We'll discuss the cars that stars bought, owned and crashed. Click on the link below to hear some of the best songs about the automobile. Don't forget to answer the poll below!!
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4EtxZWsB3fIHE2WhPJbeU9?si=e8d50a166c654332
At a listener's recommendation, we stop out of our comfort zone and listen to early Grandmaster Flash, the Sugarhill Gang, The GAP Band and Run-DMC. Oh, and don't forget L'Trimm. Tune in, take your dog for a walk in the heath. Click on the link below to hear the songs on our Spotify playlist that goes with this episode. And don't forget the poll down below.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/32apvIcMOoUwUx4jNThdSf?si=a783b0e3d79a4b57
In this episode, we talk about the amazing career of Tina Turner and what makes her an icon. Tune in while we discuss her life and career and some things not covered in most tributes.
Check out our poll about the 1983 US Festival. Which day would you have liked to attend??
https://www.setlist.fm/festival/1983/us-festival-1983-3bd6b840.html
Okay, the link below, no matter what your age, will take you down memory lane. Older folk, that's us, will remember the stuff that came out in the 80's. You younger folk, will remember the '90s movies/TV shows. If your younger and you listen to us, you are very cool but I'm sure you'll remember some of the songs from the 00's. Click the link, get brought up to speed and then give us a listen. OH YEAH, don't forget to take the poll at the bottom of this page!
Songs By Fake Bands
Recently we've been seeing more and more discussion about professional musicians using backing track while playing LIVE? Who's really singing? Who's playing bass? Do bands just "wing it" nowadays with the insane light shows, huge stages and all the explosives?
Tune in.....maybe you'll find out??
In this episode, we speak with Garry Pollak of Firebird Records in London. We discuss celebrities and what they buy, what are the most popular LP's being sold currently and other interesting facts. So tune in, hang out and have a laugh with us.
In this episode, we take a drive in the Monkee Mobile through their history, some of it you may not know. Please grab your favorite dog and go for a walk with us and I promise, you will know some new rock facts when your done.
We watched the Women In Rock documentary. You can find it on Roku Channel, EPIX, Prime Video, Spectrum TV or MGM+. A four episode special that covers music from the 1950's to current. We watched, we agreed, we discuss. Check it out. Don't forget to pass BGs Brokn Records on to a friend and make sure to follow us.
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www.bgbroke.com if you want to contact us.
What do we do today? We wanted to just riff. According to Webster's: riff /rif/ - verb: to perform a monologue or spoken improvisation on a particular subject. "They also riff on the different decades of music".
Today we are just talking like we always do ........ but without beer.
We watched the Women Who Rock documentary. You can find it on Roku Channel, EPIX, Prime Video, Spectrum TV or MGM+. A four episode special that covers music from the 1950's to current. We watched, we agreed, we discuss. Check it out. Don't forget to pass BGs Brokn Records on to a friend and make sure to follow us
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www.bgbroke.com if you want to contact us.
In this episode, littered with laughter, we go over some very odd concert pairings. Yeah, yeah, we know Jimi warmed up for the Monkees. What else is out there? Listen in and find out.
monkees #zztop #jimi #hendrix #seger #kiss
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In this episode, we express our thoughts on the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, OH. We talk about the creation of, the changes, the snubs, and more. Buckle up for this one.
This is a shortened version of our interview with Matt Smith of the Dayton Band Stranger. Matt has played with some big names from the rock pantheon. Tune in and find out what we talk about. Please subscribe and forward this to whomever likes music podcasts.
www.stranger80s.com
If you listen to us, you listen to other podcasts and watch YouTube videos. There is a lot of information out there but most is a tidbit or two. Here we share how we research our podcasts - is it telepathy? The Magic 8 Ball? Answer looks hazy.
Listen and let us know what you read, listen to. Email us at bgbrokn867@gmail.com and let us know. Check out these other podcasts and YouTube channels:
https://www.youtube.com/@popgoesthe60s52
@popgoesthe60s52
https://www.youtube.com/@RickBeato
@rickbeato
https://www.youtube.com/@ChrisBuckGuitar
@chrisbuckguitar
https://www.youtube.com/@TheVinylAttack
@TheVinylAttack
https://open.spotify.com/show/7b755vGE867xlONgisTlTC?si=f19102e353084a6b
https://www.nothingisrealpod.com/
Bizarre Albums Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/31KfZi3zIQXe8TPc8rt0CK?si=c9a889f850244c0d
We kick off the 2nd season of BG's Brok'n Records talking with Matt Smith, guitarist for Stranger - based in Dayton Ohio. He's played with some big names from our youth and recorded with some big names. Listen in to see if you learn something new about your favorite band from the MTV generation.
@rickspringfield @john_waite @billchamplin @bbd313 @realseagulls @gmpguitars
stranger80s.com
https://youtu.be/a6nuClnSgp4
bgbrokn867@gmail.com
Do you know someone who has great stories? Someone who you say "wow, I wish I had done that?" Well, this is an episode where we speak with someone who has "done that" - many times. Sit back and listen to a few giggles and stories about hanging out backstage at shows.
Don't forget to check out the Times Square soundtrack: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1fhwTXwGnBTMBKJc8aYDpv?si=024017e935234263
backstage #ronniewood #rollingstones #detroitrock
It's a far cry from hauling a milk crate (or 6) of vinyl from rental to rental. Technology has changed the face of music forever. We need to roll with this AND go see live music.
As the year comes to a close, we reflect and laugh.....and laugh some more. Listen close, we may mention you in this episode!! We discuss our favorite conversations from 2022. What are we going to do in 2023??
Don't forget to subscribe, like and share. Remember, we have Spotify playlists of most of our episodes. Hey, it's okay to share.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/64UMKpDe6yc7CjnGiZJIpo?si=a3278e0a00ea4e01
@heaven17bef
We are in the process of reviewing 250 "lost tracks" that you "must" hear but in the meantime, listen to your hosts talk about even better music - which you can find on our associated playlist on Spotify.
NOTE: I made two mistakes. JJ Grey's song was on This River, not Georgia Warhorse. Molly Tuttle's song was not Dandelion, it is She's A Rainbow. Sorry.
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Find the playlist here :
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/64UMKpDe6yc7CjnGiZJIpo?si=661007a0400f49ce
Today we discuss three musicians who have fallen from "rock grace" because of booze and drugs. #SlyStone - #SteveMarriott - #DannyKirwin . Tune in to get a bit of history and spend some time with your dogs and us!! #classicrock #humblepie #fleetwoodmac
No one thinks about record labels. Who cares, right? In this episode we discuss 3 labels. From very large to very small and extinct. When you dig into it, you'd be surprised who has had some amazing success. Tune in!!
email us at bgbrokn867@gmail.com and let us know the answer to the question of the cast.
IRSrecords #SST #chrysalis #punk
In this episode of BG's Brok'n Records, we take a look at the sometimes brilliant renditions of songs and talk about them. We skipped going into the "my gawd, that is an awful cover" because there wasn't the time. Maybe episode 30?
We have created Spotify playlist so you can hear the songs we are talking about during the recording.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4U5dZZxA4v68NQrsTlTaTz
Contact us at bgbrokn867@gmail.com and let us know what you think.
We've all heard stories. Stories about musicians that treat others poorly. There are many, many to choose from. Here we tackle 4 artists that have been pretty mean to close friends, fellow bandmates, etc. Take a listen and let us know if there is someone out there that is worse. We've already come up with 2 more.
Send us an email at bgbrokn867@gmail.com and check out our other episodes and corresponding playlists - don't forget to his the bell icon and follow!!
davidcrosby #glenfrey #grandfunkrailroad #hole
In episode 13, we discuss albums that were placed in the back of our collections for fear of embarrassment and songs that make us tap our toes - but never bragged about it!
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Here we delve into two of the biggest college radio bands from the 1980's, The Cure and The Smiths. We look at chart status, song titles, hair styles. Who is better? Is one better? Correction - I meant to state BAND Aid, not LIVE Aid.
Please remember to subscribe by highlighting the bell icon and pass this on to a friend. Click on the link below for a smattering of songs relating to this podcast.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/10LQipiSMS7uvGwZFoz1xg?si=1cc432edf9b44e6e
Please send an email if you like at bgbrokn867@gmail.com
There were only a number of critics when it was all print. Now everyone is a critic - as are we. Here we look at 3 lists that really don't make much sense. Albums that don't sell on one list are the best rock albums of all time on another? WHAT? No Beatles here!!! Give it a listen and please hit the bell icon to follow us.
Contact us at bgbrokn867@gmail.com https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/articles/features/top_13_albums_critics_absolutely_hated_but_fans_loved-86421
https://nypost.com/2006/01/01/classic-shlock-the-critics-darlings-that-dont-sell/
https://stacker.com/stories/4469/100-best-rock-albums-all-time-according-critics
Who doesn't have that "go to" friend for concerts. Today we talk about shows we've seen together over the years......and I'm sure we've left 20 or so out. Tune in and feel free to send us an email - bgbrokn867@gmail.com .
Albums purchased by your hosts during the year that they lived together. You can send an email to bgbrokn867@gmail.com and let us know what you think. The corresponding playlist for this episode can be found at - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5qrUybT5zT992mIb6qzk1J?si=6ef8eaa71ec04781
We looked at the top songs from 50 albums that were released in 2021. They range from Dennis DeYoung to Gorija with a bit of pop, rock and prog thrown in for good measure. There are some great new LPs that were released last year. Check out the playlist below to hear what we are talking about. You can send friendly emails to bgbrokn867@gmail.com.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/77BsUpc795xdtGf2BcF14G?si=b74ee8956fc54952
We take a look at the latest issue of Record Collector magazine's MOST EXPENSIVE MEMORABILIA EVER!! Then, we buy some!!!!
We all know that everything is subjective. Here we look at a 2010 Rolling Stone list of the top 10 Bass Players. Then we compare it to a 2020 list by Music Radar and their top 10 Bass Players. It looks like RS is more band focused than Music Radar. We'll dig into it. Please enjoy and excuse any minor recording blips.
In this episode, we picked 5 albums each that we think need to be played in their entirety. They are by no means absolute as musical tastes are always evolving. Please excuse the minor editing errors......we're still podcast rookies. Check out our Spotify playlists (link below) that coincide with our podcasts. You may find a hidden gem.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jPlNc4IeCCALHg4khIi6j
Episode 2 - We discuss "One Hit Wonders" from the 1980's and compare the the US "wonders" vs the UK "wonders". We guarantee you will be humming some songs at the end of the podcast. Go to our playlist at BG's Brok'n Records to get an ear full or click the link below.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4NEx1tNH2TM2I05zo5NSDX
In our first episode EVER, we discuss the the top 20 rock and roll male singers ranked by their net worth. We found this list on-line. We don't agree with all but we chat about it for everyone's entertainment. Please check out our other episodes.
In this episode, we will admit to a number of songs that make our toes tap - the key word.......admit!! Click on the link below (BG's Brok'n Records on Spotify) for all songs in their entirety. Promise, you will dig a few of them.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0S83cqdA8dXFhv1MLrQldM?si=7ec89cf5da1a4f48