Bill & Tony’s Excellent Adventure In Music

S2 Ep.24 The Ultimate Tina Turner Playlist - Bonus Episode

Hold on tight and get ready to shake your tailfeathers as Bill and Tony take you on a wild musical ride in this special episode of "Bill & Tony's Excellent Adventure in Music"! In loving memory of the iconic Tina Turner, we've compiled a playlist that'll make you wanna roll down the river and shout, "Simply the Best!" From the soul-stirring power of "What's Love Got to Do with It" to the fierce determination of "Private Dancer," this episode is a non-stop blast of Tina's greatest hits. So, grab your dancing shoes, turn up the volume, and prepare to have a "Nutbush City Limits" level of fun as we honor the irreplaceable Tina Turner in the most foot-stompin', shimmy-shakin' way imaginable!
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Interesting Links
Van Halen debuted in the ‘70s but represented the best of the ’80s:: click here
 
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S2 Ep.23 Van Halen Deep Dive - Interview w/ author Greg Renoff

Get ready to rock out with Bill and Tony's Excellent Adventure in Music! This week, we have a special treat for you - author and historian Greg Renoff joins us for an in-depth discussion about the legendary band Van Halen and their iconic album "1984".
We'll be covering a lot of ground, from the early days of the band to the tense dynamic between Eddie and Dave, to their innovative use of synthesizer on "1984". And with Greg Renoff's extensive knowledge and expertise, we'll gain a unique perspective on the band's history and legacy.
So hold on to your guitar picks and get ready to turn up the volume, because this is an episode you won't want to miss. Join us for a fascinating conversation about one of the most influential bands in rock history - Van Halen!
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Interesting Links
Van Halen Rising: book link here
Van Halen Gene Simmons Demos (1976): click here
Van Halen Warner Demos (1977): click here
Album Links
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Amazon Music: click here

S2 Ep.22 '1984' by Van Halen - Album Review

Are you ready to time travel back to 1984 with Bill and Tony's Excellent Adventure in Music? This week, we're shaking the foundations with Van Halen's electrifying album "1984". Get ready to be transported back to the era of big hair, neon colors, and legendary guitar riffs. From David Lee Roth's signature screams to Eddie Van Halen's epic guitar solos, this album is packed with hits so get ready to "Dance the Night Away", but don't be "Hot For Teacher", because we've got all the rock 'n' roll education you need right here. So, “we might as well Jump" in and start another excellent adventure in music!
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Interesting Links
Van Halen debuted in the ‘70s but represented the best of the ’80s:: click here
Eddie Van Halen revisits 1984: click here
Tonight, We Eat Brown M&M’s in Eddie Van Halen’s Memory: click here
Hot for Teacher Fun Facts: click here
“Hot for Teacher” music video: click here
“Jump” music video: click here
“Panama” music video: click here
Voodoo Queen: click here
“Panama” isolated guitar track: click here
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S2 Ep.21 'Led Zeppelin IV' - Album Review - Rolling Stone 500 #58

It's been a long time since Bill and Tony have rock and rolled.  After episodes on Christmas music and Taylor Swift, let us get it back, let us get it back to where we come from as we return to classic rock with Led Zeppelin IV.  Join us as we battle over  "The Battle of Evermore".  We have so many somethings you might not know, the leavee's goin' to break. But not to worry -  we're buying a stairway to classic rock and getting the Led out!
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How Led Zeppelin Won Over Critics: click here
How Led Zeppelin IV Was Made: click here
How Robert Plant Nearly Joined The Who: click here
Why Led Zeppelin Brought in Sandy Denny: click here
Album Links
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S2 Ep.20 'Red' by Taylor Swift - Album Review - Rolling Stone 500 #99

Once upon a time, a few mistakes ago, we had Taylor Swift in our sights and we got Red alone…for a podcast.  Red begins Taylor’s transition from country-pop superstar to global media icon.  Come join Bill and Tony as we walk through the door with you - the air might be cold but we promise to make it feel like home somehow on another episode of Bill and Tony's Excellent Adventure in Music.
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Interesting Links
All Too Well Grammys performance: click here
Taylor Swift and Stevie Nicks Rhiannon performance: click here
Bob Lefsetz response to “Mean”: click here
All Too Well (10 minute version) SNL performance: click here
Folklore: Long Pond studio sessions (featuring Jack Antonoff): click here
Album Links
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S2 Ep.19 Holiday Playlist Extravaganza - Bonus Episode

We don’t want a lot for Christmas.  There is just one thing we need…a Bill and Tony’s Excellent Adventure in Holiday Music!  We’ve made our list and we’ve checked it twice.  Now it’s time to find out which holiday classics are naughty and which are nice.  All we want for Christmas is for you to join us on the holiday road for a special adventure in Christmas music.
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Holiday Playlist Links
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Amazon Music: click here
Interesting Links
Ally Coalition general info: click here
Ally Coalition 8th Annual Talent Show: click here
Billy Squier “Rock Me Tonight”: click here

S2 Ep.18 "All Things Must Pass' by George Harrison - Album Review - Rolling Stone 500 #368

“All Things Must Pass” by George Harrison is the first triple album of original, unreleased music in rock history.  Bill and Tony welcome Laura Cantrell from Dark Horse Radio on SiriusXM’s The Beatles Channel to help navigate our musical journey into this unprecedented masterpiece.  We “really wanna go with you” on this adventure and “we really wanna show you” what we’ve learned.  We promise “that it won’t take long, my Lord”.  
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Interesting Links
Pitchfork 2016 album review: click here
The Ballad of Sir Frankie Crisp per Wikipedia: click here
Dark Horse Radio on SiriusXM: click here
Dark Horse Radio show overview: click here
Laura Cantrell’s bio: click here
Laura Cantrell’s George Harrison playlist: click here
Album Links
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S2 Ep.17 'Born in the U.S.A'. by Bruce Springsteen - Album Review - Rolling Stone 500 #142

Unlike The Boss in “Dancing in the Dark”, Bill and Tony get up in the evening and have plenty to say about “Born in the U.S.A.” by Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band. We welcome Jesse Jackson from the Springsteen fan podcast, “Set Lusting Bruce” to share many things we didn’t know about Bruce, this album and his fandom.  We’ve got our best speedballs loaded and we’re dying for some action so come on now, baby, give us just one look.  We invite you to join Bill and Tony on another excellent adventure in music.
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Interesting Links
Rolling Stone Top 500 Album List: click here
Springsteen Interview on Graham Norton - Fan Story: click here
Springsteen Concert “No Surrender” Flores Brothers YouTube: click here 
Springsteen Interview on Howard Stern - Thunder Road : click here
Springsteen & The Killers at MSG: click here
Charlie Puth Breaks Down Hungry Heart on Howard Stern: click here
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S2 Ep. 16 'Hot Fuss' by The Killers - Album Review

We’re coming out of our cage and we’re doing just fine, and down to chat about ‘Hot Fuss’ by The Killers. You all know the rock anthems “Mr. Brightside” and “Somebody Told me”, but there is so much more to this album than just the signature hits. It’s not confidential and we’ve got potential so why not join Bill and Tony on another excellent adventure in music?
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Interesting Links
NME - 40 Things You Never Knew About The Killers: click here
BBC - Mr. Brightside the Hit That Just Won’t Die: click here
The Full Story Behind The Murder Trilogy: click here
Early Video of Mr. Brightside Live 9/27/2002: click here
Crystal Music Video - New Order (fake band The Killers): click here
Album Links
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S2 Ep.15 'The Colour and the Shape' by Foo Fighters - Album Review

“There are no second acts in American lives,” according to F. Scott Fitzgerald.  Dave Grohl begs to differ.  After the passing of Kurt Cobain ended Nirvana, Grohl started the Foo Fighters.  25 years later, his “second act” joined his first in the Rock and roll Hall of Fame.  Bill & Tony return for a chat about ‘The Colour and The Shape’ by Foo Fighters. We invite you to join us for our conversation about the first full band release of arguably the most important rock band of the past 25 years
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Interesting Links
Darling Nikki Cover by Foo Fighters: click here
Taylor Hawkins L.A. Tribute Concert Details & Video Links: click here
The Inside Story of the Colour and the Shape: click here
Guitar World Bio on Foo Fighters: click here
Miley Cyrus shares voicemail from Taylor Hawkins: click here
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