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Ep. 208 - When Music Lists Get It Wrong and Rock Hot Takes From 1971 To 1983

from Milk Crates and Turntables. A Music Discussion Podcast · host Scott McLean

Send us Fan MailWe go after music listicles that confuse genres, pad word counts, and still try to sound authoritative. Then we pivot from rock history and state-by-state band arguments to a movie list we actually like, plus a few recommendations worth your time. • calling out the “classic rock” label problem in 1983 song lists • giving Lionel Richie his respect while rejecting the category error • debating 1971 “high school hits” and what feels true now • unpacking why American Pie is brilliant and exhausting • reacting to Dark Side of the Moon “hidden truths” and the legends that won’t die • telling the Classic Albums Live story and why note-for-note matters • arguing the best band from every US state and where lists fall apart • running through “perfect movies” picks and what we’d actually watch • recommending Castle Rock for Stephen King crossover fans If you like it, share it go listen to the Vets Connection podcast if you're interested in veteran information and hearing veteran stories and stuff like that If you like this podcast SHARE it. If you have any ideas or suggestions for the show you can email us at: [email protected]

Send us Fan Mail We go after music listicles that confuse genres, pad word counts, and still try to sound authoritative. Then we pivot from rock history and state-by-state band arguments to a movie list we actually like, plus a few recommendations worth your time. • calling out the “classic rock” label problem in 1983 song lists • giving Lionel Richie his respect while rejecting the category error • debating 1971 “high school hits” and what feels true now • unpacking ...

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Send us Fan MailWe go after music listicles that confuse genres, pad word counts, and still try to sound authoritative. Then we pivot from rock history and state-by-state band arguments to a movie list we actually like, plus a few recommendations...

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