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Planet Ludwig

by Steve Ludwig

Planet Ludwig offers two pop culture shows: Steve Ludwig's Classic Pop Culture & The Beatles Hour With Steve Ludwig. Classic music, comedy, classic commercials, guest stars from all walks of pop culture join us!

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  1. GEORGE HARRISON Live in Seattle (11/4/74) ~ Multitrack Stereo DeMix

    GEORGE HARRISON's 1974 DARK HORSE Tour has not been released in commercial form. Here's the complete live show from the Seattle Center Arena in the state of Washington, November 4, 1974. In multitrack stereo; demixed... This is the best audio of the tour that I've heard; it's in multitrack…

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  2. RAM in QUADRASONICS - Paul McCartney - Hear It Differently!

    PAUL McCARTNEY's 1971 album, RAM, presented in QUADRASONICS, which is a system that uses four independent directional sources of sound. You don't need any special system to listen to it; it's simply a different sounding mix, a bit more separation by using the four "directions" of sound. (It's...

  3. THE ALTERNATE CONCERT FOR BANGLA DESH - George Harrison

    August 1, 1971 ~ George Harrison & Friends (including Ringo Starr, Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Billy Preston, Leon Russell, Badfinger, & others) gave two charity concerts (afternoon & evening) for Bangladesh Relief, at Madison Square Garden in NYC. The matinee began at 2:30 PM, and the evening…

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  4. JOHN LENNON QUADRASONICS MIND GAMES ALBUM - Hear It Differently

    JOHN LENNON'S 1973 album, MIND GAMES, presented in QUADRASONICS, which is a system that uses four independent directional sources of sound. You don't need any special system to listen to it; it's simply a different sounding mix, a bit more separation by using the four "directions" of sound. (It's...

  5. Rolling Stones Live in Hawaii 1966 (30 mins.)

    The Rolling Stones live in Honolulu at the Hawaii International Center, July 28, 1966 ~ Broadcast on KPOI-FM. (30 minutes) Enjoy! Intro & Not Face Away The Last Time Paint It, Black Lady Jane Mother's Little Helper Get Off Of My Cloud 19th Nervous Breakdown (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction

  6. GET YER YA-YA'S OUT! Rolling Stones RAW DEMO ORIGINAL SOUNDBOARD RECORDING

    Arguably the greatest rock 'n' roll concert album is The Rolling Stones' GET YER YA-YAs OUT! recording from 1969's Madison Squrae Garden shows. Post-concert overdubbing was done, from what I've heard, to about half the songs, mostly Mock & Keith's vocals and Keith's gutar work (but some of you…

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  7. GRATEFUL DEAD PLAY THE BEATLES

    Close to two glorious hours with The Grateful Dead (and their various wonderful iterations) playing The Beatles! (Uploaded by Steve Ludwig of The Beatles Hour & Classic Pop Culture shows, at PlanetLudwig.com. Please enjoy!) Day Tripper - Grateful Dead 6/25/85 Come Together - The Dead 7/7/03…

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  8. SOUPY SALES's MOTOWN ALBUM ~ Bag of Soup plus Soupy bonus tracks

    SOUPY SALES's 1969 album made with MOTOWN, A BAG OF SOUP, played it pretty straightforward, foregoing his usual slapstick, silly humor. He was backed by Motown musicians & singers. Six bonus tracks are heard after the twelve-cut A Bag of Soup album. Please enjoy! 1. Muck-Arty Park 2. This Guy's…

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  9. SOUPY SALES Do the Mouse plus 23 other teen hits

    SOUPY SALES (born Milton Supman 1/8/1926 - 11/22/2009) entertains with 24 Teen Hits! (circa 1965) 1. Do the Mouse 2. The Name Game 3. Sad Sack 4. Speedy Gonzalez 5. Hey Pearl 6. The Nitty Gritty 7. Mouse Trap 8. Your Brains'll Fall Out 9. King Kong 10. Mighty Clem 11. Pachalafaka 12. Mr. Cab…

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  10. "The Old Philosopher" Eddie Lawrence - 13 Comedy Tracks

    Thirteen comedy tracks from the late American monologist, "Eddie Lawrence - The Old Philosopher." Eddie's real name is Lawrence Eisler. Eisler took the stage name of "Eddie Lawrence" in the late-1950's when presenting his "Old Philosopher" persona. Eisler passed in 2014, at the age of 95.…

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  11. "LIGHTS OUT" HORROR RADIO SHOW from the 30's & 40's

    It's FIVE episodes from the horror/supernatural American radio show, LIGHTS OUT. LIGHTS OUT ran, at various times, from 1934 to 1947, and it predated the future radio horror programs, SUSPENSE and INNER SANCTUM. Here is the first part of more LIGHTS OUT episodes to come to the Classic Pop Culture...

  12. SLY & the Family Stone TRIPLE PLAY

    Three segments of music by the sometimes brilliant, sometimes tragic, always interesting, SLY STONE (and THE FAMILY STONE). Our first segment is an album from 2011: SLY STONE: I'M BACK! FAMILY & FRIENDS (Cleopatra Records). It's an interesting mix of brand new versions of Sly's classics - some...

  13. GEORGE MARTIN ORCHESTRA ~ 22 Tracks - 60 mins.

    The greater-than-great record producer, George Martin (Beatles, America...), led quite an orchestra with The George Martin Orchestra. Here are 22 tracks - a wonderful & creative variety of tunes. (60 mins.) Winchester Cathedral A Whiter Shade of Pale Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band To Sir...

  14. HARRY NILSSON POPEYE DEMOS plus BONUS tracks

    Robert Altman's 1980 film, POPEYE, featuring the music of Grammy winner Harry Nilsson, starred Robin Williams & Shelley Duvall. Harry Nilsson's demos are wonderful; he wrote and sings them all. My personal fave among this superb collection of demos is Nilsson's duet demo with Shelley Duvall....

  15. FLO & EDDIE & THE TURTLES LIVE at The Bottom Line, NYC '79-'94

    Here's a 2-hour, 15-minute LIVE compilation of FLO & EDDIE ~ aka THE TURTLES ~ shows from the legendary, but unfortunately, now-defunct New York City nightclub, The Bottom Line, from the years 1979-1994. The compilation is comprised from two main sources: "The Turtles Featuring Flo & Eddie…

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  16. SYD BARRETT / PINK FLOYD RARITIES from 1966-1968 (38 Tracks)

    SYD BARRETT RARITIES - PINK FLOYD YEARS 1966-1968 Here are 38 rare PINK FLOYD tracks, concentrating on Syd Barrett, with a few Nick Mason & Roger Waters interviews mixed in from '66 to '68, for good measure. Please enjoy! Interstellar Overdrive (San Francisco 10/31/66) Interstellar Overdrive with...

  17. Best of LOST LENNON TAPES Collection 2 0f 5 final edit

    THE LOST LENNON TAPES was a series of John Lennon demos, plus never-before released songs, John Lennon in the studio, et al. The Best of THE LOST LENNON TAPES COLLECTION #2 of 5 (2 hours) Bless You Many Rivers to Cross My Life I Watch Your Face Serve Yourself The Worst Is Over (early Starting…

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  18. Best of LOST LENNON TAPES Collection 5 of 5

    THE LOST LENNON TAPES was a series of John Lennon demos, plus never-before released songs, John Lennon in the studio, et al. The Best of THE LOST LENNON TAPES COLLECTION #5 of 5 (79 mins.) Happy Birthday John (for John's 30th birthday) -Ringo, Stephen Stills, Billy Preston, Klaus Voormann I Found...

  19. Best of LOST LENNON TAPES Collection 4 of 5

    THE LOST LENNON TAPES was a series of John Lennon demos, plus never-before released songs, John Lennon in the studio, et al. The Best of THE LOST LENNON TAPES COLLECTION #4 of 5 (2 hours) Nobody Told Me Woman I Am the Walrus (snippet) Strawberry Fields Forever (acoustic) What a Shame, Mary Jane…

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  20. Best of LOST LENNON TAPES Collection 3 of 5

    THE LOST LENNON TAPES was a series of John Lennon demos, plus never-before released songs, John Lennon in the studio, et al. The Best of THE LOST LENNON TAPES COLLECTION #3 of 5 (2 hours) Roll Over Beethoven (rehearsal for One-To-One Concert w/ Elephant's Memory) One-To-One Radio Spots "New York...

  21. Best of Lost Lennon Tapes Collection 1 of 5

    THE LOST LENNON TAPES was a series of John Lennon demos, plus never-before released songs, John Lennon in the studio, et al. The Best of THE LOST LENNON TAPES COLLECTION #1 of 5 (2 hours) Power to the People Oh! Yoko What You Got Real Love Woman Cookin' (in the Kitchen of Love) - Written for…

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  22. Beatles Hour 83 (Laurie Kaye, guest) with Steve Ludwig [Audio edition]

    On this episode (#83) of The Beatles Hour with Steve Ludwig, we are joined by the brilliant author/rock journalist, LAURIE KAYE. She interviewed John Lennon & Yoko Ono on the afternoon that John was brutally taken from us later that evening. It's a surreal story of a somewhat surreal (& exciting)...

  23. DICK DALE SETLIST (22 Songs)

    To complement the Dick Dale interview on PlanetLudwig.com (Steve Ludwig's Classic Pop Culture, Show # 187), host Steve Ludwig created this 22-song setlist ranging from each era of the King of the Surf Guitar's career. Enjoy! Miserlou (1962) Scalped (1994) Smoke on the Water (2001) Ring of Fire...

  24. Steve Ludwig's Classic Pop Culture #36 - Melanie & Callie Cosplay

    A true flower child of the sixties (and today!), MELANIE joins us for music & talk with host Steve Ludwig. Ms. Safka shares so many stories about her appearances at Woodstock & the Isle of Wight concerts, opens up about deeply personal episodes in her life, as well as sharing brand new music with...

  25. Honeymooners TV Show ~ Every song in full from "$99,000 Answer"

    We've taken the legendary Honeymooners TV Show episode, "$99,000 Answer," and let Ralph (Jackie Gleason) & Ed (Art Carney) introduce the songs from the episode, but we'll listen to the full-length versions of each song.

  26. LOU REED - METAL MACHINE MUSIC (1975)

    Arguably, this is LOU REED's weirdest album release. METAL MACHINE MUSIC was released in 1975, but was taken off the market three weeks later. Some critics said it cost Reed his reputation in the music business. There are no songs or structured composition on the album; instead it consists of...

  27. The Byrds' ROGER McGUINN LIVE 2014

    ROGER McGUINN of the legendary BYRDS performs a live solo concert of many of his Byrds' hits, from 2014. Enjoy! (45 mins.) So You Want To Be A Rock & Roll Star Chestnut Mare Eight Miles High Mr. Spaceman Bells of Rhymney You Showed Me Feel a Whole Lot Better Ballad of Easy Rider My Back Pages Mr....

  28. ROLLING STONES STICKY FINGERS DEMOS & BONUS TRACKS

    The Rolling Stones released their ninth studio album, STICKY FINGERS, in 1971. The recording sessions for the album took place between February 1969 & October 1970. Here are 21 demo & alternate-take tracks from those sessions. The first ten tracks are the Sticky Fingers songs (demos & alternate...

  29. JOHN & YOKO TWO VIRGINS (16-min. Walls & Abridged version)

    Here is a shortened ("Walls & Abridged") 16-minute version of John Lennon & Yoko Ono's avant-garde, experimental album from 1968, Unfinished Music No. 1 - TWO VIRGINS. I've taken 16 minutes' worth of the 30-minute album to give the uninitiated listeners an idea of what can be expected if one...

  30. Simon & Garfunkel Demos, Alternates, & Live ~ Steve Ludwig's Classic Pop Culture 189

    SIMON & GARFUNKEL Demos, Alternate Takes of their 1960's output, PLUS a RARE live concert at the Hollywood Bowl from 1968 highlight this edition of Steve Ludwig's Classic Pop Culture # 189. Host Steve Ludwig, of the classic pop culture website, PlanetLudwig.com, presents demos & alternate takes...

  31. Beatles Hour with Steve Ludwig # 81 - REMIXES & MASHUPS

    It's ALL BEATLES, but we'll hear things differently! Sixty minutes of Beatles remixes and mash-ups. Everything we'll hear is The Beatles - songs we know and love - but REMIXED & MASHED-UP by some of the most brilliant online remixers' communities! I Want To Hold Your Hand - The Bizarre Mix That...

  32. Beatles Novelty Records ~ BEATLES HOUR WITH STEVE LUDWIG # 80

    Beatles novelty records were fun, goofy, & some, quite cool! They are yet another indication of how much impact the Beatles had on the world. Future stars like CHER & SISSY SPACEK recorded Beatles novelty songs (which we'll hear!). Tunes like "The Boy With the Beatle Hair," "Go Go Go With…

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  33. DEEP DIVE - THE KINKS

    DEEP DIVE: THE KINKS ~ Twenty-five Deep Dive Album Cuts by the classic rock band who began their hit-filled career over sixty years ago. The Kinks' catalog goes way beyond their hits. Bill Ludwig, with an assist from Steve Ludwig, takes a deep dive into 25 Kinks treasures ~ non-hits ~ but every…

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  34. EVEN MORE ECLECTIC COOL MUSIC - VOLUME THREE

    Once again, here are three eclectic hours of MORE COOL MUSIC (Volume Three) that was originally meant to be used on Steve Ludwig's Classic Pop Culture shows at PlanetLudwig.com, but for one reason or another, haven't been used yet. There's still no time like the present, so are you ready? Get...

  35. PAST MASTERS VOLUME ONE Cover Songs

    Continuing with the BEATLES ALBUMS COVER SONGS series at pop culture website, PlanetLudwig.com, Steve Ludwig presents 18 cover songs of the Beatles (by various artists) from the PAST MASTERS VOL. ONE album. Enjoy! (Songs compiled by Steve Ludwig of PlanetLudwig.com) Love Me Do - The Punkles From…

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  36. Please Please Me Cover Songs

    Fourteen cover versions by various artists of The Beatles first U.K. album, PLEASE PLEASE ME. Enjoy! (And if you get a minute, check out more Beatles & classic pop culture at PlanetLudwig.com. Thanks!) (Songs compiled by Steve Ludwig of PlanetLudwig.com) I Saw Her Standing There - Midnight Metro...

  37. HELP! Cover Songs

    Here are fourteen cover versions by various artists of The Beatles' HELP! album, PLUS two bonus tracks of instrumentals from the movie, HELP!, but not on the American soundtrack album release. Enjoy! (And while you're at it, why not visit the pop culture website, PlanetLudwig.com ~ Thanks!)…

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  38. SGT PEPPER'S LONELY HEARTS CLUB BAND Cover Songs

    Here are the fourteen Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band tracks (yes, we included "Sgt. Pepper Inner Groove"!) as covered by various artists. Enjoy! (..and give PlanetLudwig.com a visit while you're at it. Thanks!) (Songs compiled by Steve Ludwig of PlanetLudwig.com) Sgt. Pepper's Lonely…

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  39. RUBBER SOUL Cover Songs

    Here are fourteen cover songs of The Beatles' RUBBER SOUL album. PlanetLudwig.com has been sharing covers of each Beatles album. Enjoy! (Songs compiled by Steve Ludwig of PlanetLudwig.com) Drive My Car - Harm & Ease Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown) You Won't See Me - Luz Nobili Frenkel…

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  40. WHITE ALBUM Cover Songs

    Enjoy these cover songs of the entire BEATLES WHITE ALBUM (yes, even "Revolution 9"!). Happy Listening! (VARIOUS ARTISTS) (Songs compiled by Steve Ludwig of PlanetLudwig.com) Back in the USSR - Mense Band Dear Prudence - Endevor 1 Remix Glass Onion - Mark Morton Obladi Oblada - Leo Moracchioli…

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  41. RARE LIVE 70's MUSIC

    RARE LIVE MUSIC FROM THE 70's (recorded by innovator & visionary in the field of sound, Dinky Dawson) ~ ~ The Byrds - Recorded live 1/16/72 at The Rainbow Bar & Grill, West Hollywood, CA "Chestnut Mare" / "Mr. Spaceman" ~ Roberta Flack - Recorded live 10/1/72 at the Springfield Civic Center,...

  42. 3 MORE Hours of Eclectic Music

    Here are three MORE hours of songs that I've banked for future use on my "Classic Pop Culture with Steve Ludwig" shows at PlanetLudwig.com. Like the first 3 hours (which you can find here on Spreaker and Planet Ludwig), I still haven't used these songs, so I figured there's still no time like the...

  43. Deep Dives - THE HOLLIES - Bill's Album Cuts

    Bill Ludwig returns with another edition of DEEP DIVES, a look at album cuts that don't get enough recognition. This time around, Bill (joined by Steve Ludwig) spins THIRTY songs by the legendary British Invasion band, THE HOLLIES. We're pretty sure you'll hear more than a few songs by The…

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  44. 3 ECLECTIC HOURS OF COOL MUSIC

    3 ECLECTIC HOURS OF COOL MUSIC - Here are songs that I've banked for future use on my "Classic Pop Culture with Steve Ludwig" shows at PlanetLudwig.com. I still haven't used them, so I figured there's no time like the present...Enjoy! You Showed Me - Hannah Fury Flo & Eddie Theme/Best Part of...

  45. RICK NELSON TEN COVER SONGS

    Here are ten songs that were hits for other artists, but covered brilliantly by the late, VERY GREAT, Rick Nelson. Enjoy!

  46. Beatles Hour with Steve Ludwig # 77 ~ OUR HEADIEST YET

    Prepare to turn off your mind, relax, & float downstream...SNACKS REQUIRED!

  47. Deep Dive 3: Gulity Pleasures - Bills Album Cuts

    We all Have 'em...Those songs that make us think: People would never believe I love this song! Bill invites his brother Steve to join him as each picks his "Dirty Dozen" of Guilty Pleasure Songs. Have fun listening!

  48. APPLE RECORDS BEATLES SINGLES 1975-1976

    In 1968, The Beatles established their APPLE RECORDS Company, and in addition to release their own group and solo tunes, signed many first-time artists to their label, including Ronnie Spector, Mary Hopkin, James Taylor, Badfinger, Billy Preston, and many others. Not surprisingly, The Beatles…

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  49. APPLE RECORDS BEATLES SINGLES 1972-1974

    In 1968, The Beatles established their APPLE RECORDS Company, and in addition to release their own group and solo tunes, signed many first-time artists to their label, including Ronnie Spector, Mary Hopkin, James Taylor, Badfinger, Billy Preston, and many others. Not surprisingly, The Beatles…

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  50. APPLE RECORDS BEATLES SINGLES 1968-1971

    In 1968, The Beatles established their APPLE RECORDS Company, and in addition to release their own group and solo tunes, signed many first-time artists to their label, including Ronnie Spector, Mary Hopkin, James Taylor, Badfinger, Billy Preston, and many others. Not surprisingly, The Beatles…

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Planet Ludwig offers two pop culture shows: Steve Ludwig's Classic Pop Culture & The Beatles Hour With Steve Ludwig. Classic music, comedy, classic commercials, guest stars from all walks of pop culture join us!

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