Best Musicreviews Podcasts (2024)

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S11 Ep 458 Regular Guest: TV Joe’s Name That Theme 1:06:27

20m ago1:06:27

1:06:27

Thanks heavens, it’s TV Joe time again. And he’s back with more television-themed quizzes for us. But that’s not before David and Joe have quizzed him on a few things themselves, like what’s it like being a session musician, if he has any good show-biz anecdotes and what music TV shows he’s played on. Plus a bit of cricket scoring chat and some TV …

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Sug Daniels 1:59:59

5h ago1:59:59

1:59:59

I sit down with the incredibly talented Philadelphia-based singer-songwriter and ukulele player, Sug Daniels. Originally from Smyrna, Delaware, Sug has carved out a unique space in the music world with her soulful blend of folk, rock, and alternative influences. We delve into her journey from growing up in a rural town, finding her identity as a qu…

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S11 Ep 457: David Goes To The Dentist 44:27

1h ago44:27

44:27

David’s going to the dentist for a filling and is pretty anxious about it as he hasn’t been for ages. So it’s an obvious opportunity to document the whole experience on the pod - this is Chatabix after all. Speaking to Joe beforehand, David’s a little high on nerves and distracts himself by singing some old songs and finding out about the hernia op…

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S11 Ep 456 Drivel 19: Eleven Podcast Discussion Points 44:47

10h ago44:47

44:47

When the guys realise they’ve nothing to talk about on today’s pod, David decides to list all the things that have been on his mind recently. And for some reason, Joe writes them all down. But that thankfully provides the solution to the rest of the show, as he dives in to quiz David about them all - one by one and ticking them off as he goes. Geni…

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Tony Trischka 1:00:59

15h ago1:00:59

1:00:59

In this episode of The High Note podcast, I chat with banjo legend Tony Trischka about his latest project, "Earl Jam," which he will be performing at the 61st Philadelphia Folk Festival. Tony discusses his tribute to banjo pioneer Earl Scruggs which led to him collaborating with musicians Billy Strings and Del McCoury and many more for his most rec…

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MC Hammer Vs Nick Cannon 1:22:43

3d ago1:22:43

1:22:43

This week, Red and Teresa are joined by Delvin Cox from The Delvin Cox Experience to go through some diss tracks. Can a cheesy diss track from the middle school playground with choreographed dance moves beat a diss track that blames one dude for the entire struggle of the black community??? YOU be the JUDGE!!! MC Hammer - Better Run Run VS Nick Can…

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"Scenes from an Italian Restaurant" by Billy Joel [Recast] 59:54

5d ago59:54

59:54

A bottle of red... a bottle of white... whatever kind of mood you're in, we're talking Billy Joel tonight! Pull up a table and join Kirk for a long look into one of Joel's most enduring songs, the seven-and-a-half minute, five course musical meal that is "Scenes from an Italian Restaurant." The centerpiece on Joel's breakthrough 1977 album The Stra…

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S11 Ep 455 Friday Treat: Coin-Toss Snooker Final 20:43

4d ago20:43

20:43

It’s the day you’ve all been waiting for - the grand final of our Coin-Toss Snooker Tournament! And we’re back in glorious Sheffield with a capacity crowd at The Crucible to watch all the action. Our two finalists have battled their way through three gruelling rounds and now face each other across the baize. They are of course, Chris ‘The Spider’ W…

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S11 Ep 454: Usual Drivel: A Female Joe and Getting Older 36:43

5d ago36:43

36:43

Despite David feeling a little bit iffy, he and Joe plough on with today’s show and start off by imagining what Joe would be like as a woman. And they come up with a pretty comprehensive picture actually - looks, clothes, husband, son and a profession too. Moving on, talk turns to their short-realised ideas, such as moving to Antigua, surfing, meta…

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S11 Ep 453: The Constable of Camping - Joe Goes Camping Pt 2 34:14

6d ago34:14

34:14

More tales of woe from Joe’s recent campaign trip. Find out whether things improved at all on his second day in the glorious Sussex countryside, and if he actually mange another night sleeping in his tent? FOR ALL THINGS CHATABIX'Y FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/CONTACT: You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/@chatabixpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatabix1 In…

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S11 Ep 452 Usual Drivel: Joe Goes Camping Pt 1 50:31

7d ago50:31

50:31

Joe’s just back from a weekend away camping with Petra and a load of their friends. He’d revealed to David beforehand that he really wasn’t looking forward to the camping side of the trip - especially things like pitching the tent and using the showers and toilets. So David digs in deep on all of the details and relishes every minute of Joe’s tales…

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Rammstein Vs Kiss 1:33:33

10d ago1:33:33

1:33:33

This week, Red and Teresa are joined by Christian Bladt to go through some our favorite bands. For the record, Rammstein isn't Red's favorite band, but it is Teresa's and Kiss is Christian's favorite..(I feel like I said "favorite band" too many times) Can an already obnoxious song put to English, beat a creepy, weird, chest hairy song about love l…

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S11 Ep 451 Friday Treat: The Podcast Charts Quiz 34:07

11d ago34:07

34:07

David and Joe come up with an idea to play a game based on the podcast charts. They get over excited and really enjoy themselves. Pathetic really. David's 50 and Joe's 49 - grow up lads, yeh? Anyway, here's some Friday fun. FOR ALL THINGS CHATABIX'Y FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/CONTACT: You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/@chatabixpodcast Twitter: https://twitte…

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Brewing Luminous: The Life & Music of Cecil Taylor with Phil Freeman 1:02:18

12d ago1:02:18

1:02:18

Send us a Text Message. Author Phil Freeman joins hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss the first full-length biography of Avant Garde jazz pioneer Cecil Taylor. Brewing Luminous: The Life & Music of Cecil Taylor with Phil Freeman PlaylistBy David C Gross and Tom Semioli

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S11 Ep 450 Usual Drivel: Room Service vs Fruit & Mozzarella 56:36

13d ago56:36

56:36

David stayed at a London hotel last night and is shattered after a late night out in Soho. He’s also feeling very old after being around so many trendy, young London people. But he’s ordered some room service, which Joe reveals he’s never done before - so David wants to know why. It turns out he’s rather more of reluctant to spend money than David …

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S11 Ep 449 Usual Drivel: Pembrokeshire and House Extensions 51:26

13d ago51:26

51:26

Joe’s just back from a holiday in Pembrokeshire, so he tells David about what he got up to. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t great but he did bump into comedian Paul F. Taylor, which was nice. And they discuss why they both always imaging living in the different holiday destinations that they visit. Joe also got stuck in a huge traffic jam on his w…

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S11 Ep 448 Usual Drivel: David’s New Bathroom Chaos 42:19

14d ago42:19

42:19

We’re not gonna lie, it’s a haphazard start to the opening of the show. But once things have settled down, Joe and David start chatting about house extensions and how much hassle they may or may not be to organise. Which leads onto David recounting his rather stressful visit to a bathroom showroom recently with his family. Let’s just say the whole …

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Third Eye Blind Vs Crispin Glover 1:11:03

17d ago1:11:03

1:11:03

This week, Red and Teresa go thru some "Non-Rapper Rap." You know, Rap Music from a band or artist who doesn't normally rap, like Third Eye Blind or Actor Crispin Glover. Can a moderate rock band "rap song" about nuclear war(?) with a trap beat be worse than hearing a nerdy actor rap about masturbation? YOU be the JUDGE!!!! Third Eye Blind - 2x Tig…

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"You've Got a Friend" by Carole King [Recast] 1:03:32

20d ago1:03:32

1:03:32

Winter, spring, summer, or fall... all you have to do is call, and Strong Songs will be there with an in-depth analysis of one of the most influential songwriters of the 20th century. This episode takes a deep dive into Carole King's ever enduring, much-covered tribute to friendship, "You've Got a Friend." What starts in Laurel Canyon in the early …

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S11 Ep 447 Regular Guest: TV Joe's Family Fortunes 52:44

19d ago52:44

52:44

Time for another visit from TV Joe, who’s back with a new (or should that be old?) TV gameshow for David and Joe to play - Family Fortunes! First up though, and in spite of it being very old news now, the guys have a re-cap of Joe’s recent trip to Germany for the Euro’s semi-final. Which leads to a conversation about iconic sporting events and desp…

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S11 Ep 446 Usual Drivel: The Wedding Speech Debrief 40:58

20d ago40:58

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It’s the first time that the guys have spoken since David did his best man speech, and Joe’s really keen to find out how things went. But first they need to get some tech issues sorted, discuss a few ailments and have a look at the special running shoes Joe wears because of his ‘blocky’ feet. Then, once David finally gets over his reticence to talk…

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Drums of Compassion with Michael Shrieve 55:49

21d ago55:49

55:49

Send us a Text Message. Drummer, composer, producer and recording artist Michael Shrieve (Santana, Rock Hall of Fame) joins hosts bassists David C. Gross & Tom Semioli to discuss his new album Drums of Compassion which features contributions from Babatunde Olatunji, Jack DeJohnette, Sherik, Zakir Hussain, Airto Moreira, Trey Gunn, Amon Tobin, Raul …

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Kimberly Sinclair 1:03:56

21d ago1:03:56

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Join me on this week's podcast as I interview Philadelphia Folk Festival Artistic and Marketing Director Kimberly Sinclair. We explore the exciting plans for the 61st annual Philadelphia Folk Festival, which will take place from August 16-18, 2024 at the historic Old Pool Farm in Upper Salford Township, Pennsylvania. Kimberly shares insights into w…

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S11 Ep 445 Usual Drivel: The Day Before David’s Best Man Speech 44:47

21d ago44:47

44:47

It’s the day before David’s best man speech and his best friend Mike’s wedding day, of course. So Joe and David have a lot to talk about - from practicing his speech and the weather prospects, to tactics for overcoming nerves and what suit he’s going to wear. And also whether he can get away with wearing his huge compass watch on the big day? They …

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Oingo Boingo Vs Benny Mardones 1:09:08

24d ago1:09:08

1:09:08

This week, Red and Teresa are joined by Kate, The Duchess of New York...Oops, sorry. I mean New Jersey, to go over some weird, creepy, 80's Gross Rock. Can a song from a weird point of view, with a catchy beat and creepy lyrics beat possibly one of the greatest, grossest, and egregious love songs ever? YOU be the JUDGE!!! Oingo Boingo - Little Girl…

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Innerviews Founder & Author Anil Prasad 48:17

22d ago48:17

48:17

Send us a Text Message. Author, journalist, digital media pioneer, lecturer, and commentator, among other endeavors, Anil Prasad joins hosts bassists David C. Gross & Tom Semioli to discuss the role of media in presenting music artists to the masses. Anil Prassad PlaylistBy David C Gross and Tom Semioli

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S10 Ep 444 Friday Treat: Pub Jokes 5 22:09

23d ago22:09

22:09

It’s time to kickstart your weekend with another cracking Chatabix selection of old-school pub jokes. So expect loads and loads and loads of laughs as David and Joe are joke heaven! Thanks for all the submissions you’ve been sending in and keep ‘em coming at chatabix@yahoo.com FOR ALL THINGS CHATABIX'Y FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/CONTACT: You Tube: https://ww…

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S10 Ep 443 Ad Hoc Drivel: David Goes To Watch The National 40:12

26d ago40:12

40:12

David’s just been to see one of his favourite bands The National, who were performing a concert at the Eden Project in Cornwall. He was shattered for the whole evening and had a weary drive there and back, but loved every minute of the show. Well, those minutes that he actually stayed for, as he may of may not have made it to the end? The concert g…

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S10 Ep 442 Ad Hoc Drivel: Joe at the Ibiza Proms 49:53

27d ago49:53

49:53

Joe went to an Ibiza Proms concert on Brighton beach at the weekend and David wants to know everything about it. Unsurprisingly, Joe wasn’t in his comfort zone for most of the event - and even popped home to watch some football for a few hours. So David digs in for more information and enjoys every minute of Joe’s squirming. Plus, there’s some chat…

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S10 Ep 441 Back Catalogue Guest: Parkrun founder Paul Sinton-Hewitt 56:21

28d ago56:21

56:21

It’s the last of our Back Chatalogue surprise guest repeats - and this one was a very special occasion for Joe. Earlier this year, he and David were joined by Paul Sinton-Hewit, who is the founder of Parkrun. It’s a fantastic organisation which has played an important part in thousands of runner’s lives all over the world since Paul founded it in 2…

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Attila Vs Falling In Reverse 1:19:47

1M ago1:19:47

1:19:47

We're back from the first round of qualifiers!! Jodie B joins Red and Teresa for another go around with FIR. Have Red and Teresa found a worthy adversary? Is Atilla worse than FIR?? Does Red have FIR Stockholm Syndrome?? Can a song that is 5 different songs in 1 beat a weird, braggadocious, Korn/Manson-ish song??? YOU be the JUDGE!!! Falling In Rev…

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Memphis Mayhem: The Story of the Music That Changed the World with Author David Less 1:15:39

30d ago1:15:39

1:15:39

Send us a Text Message. Hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli take a deep dive into the city that birthed the artform that is rock and roll, rhythm & blues and much more. Memphis Mayhem PlaylistBy David C Gross and Tom Semioli

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Post-Season Update, Summer Plans, & Some Music Recs 30:48

1M ago30:48

30:48

An update on what's next now that Season Six is complete, along with some book and music recommendations! BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS The History of Jazz by Ted Gioia, 3rd edition - 1997, revised 2021 Guitar Zero: The New Musician and the Science of Learning by Gary Marcus, 2012 MUSIC RECOMMENDATION LINKS Steve Pardo - DOS - (also in Video Game form on St…

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S10 Ep 440 Friday Treat: Coin Toss Snooker - The Semi-Finals 17:45

1M ago17:45

17:45

We’re down to the last four players in our Chatabix Coin-Toss Snooker Tournament - and the tension is really mounting! Today’s two matches are Karen ‘Have-a’ Loveday vs Chris ‘The Spider’ Webster, and Oakley ‘Perky’ Perkinson vs Jennifer ‘The Umlaut’ Grunwald. Who will make it through to the grand final? FOR ALL THINGS CHATABIX'Y FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/C…

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S10 Ep 439 (BONUS!): Joe's Review Of The Euro Semi Final 33:41

1M ago33:41

33:41

Joe was at the Euro Semi Final in Dortmund and gives us the lowdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Big Oval Plate / Keep It Light Media

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S10 Ep 438: David’s Trip To London 39:49

1M ago39:49

39:49

David’s taken the train up to London for a meeting in Soho. So while he walks there from Paddington station, he gives Joe a call so they can chat on the way. Joe suggest’s doing a Blue Plaque tour, reads out some local London history and also tries to convince David to overcome his fear of the Underground. No chance! David also pops in to Superdrug…

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S10 Ep437 (BONUS!): Where's Joe Now - Bonus episode! 19:32

1M ago19:32

19:32

Joe calls David and does an extra special where's Joe Now. Completely out of the blue, this episode. Hence the terrible audio. But, please - there was nothing we could do. Nothing. Almost, nothing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Big Oval Plate / Keep It Light Media

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S10 Ep 436 Ad Hoc Drivel: One Belter Of An Episode! 54:10

1M ago54:10

54:10

It’s a sticky start to the episode as the guys have nothing to talk about. So they have a try at anything they can think of - from playing Pictionary and checking the charts, to reading out dodgy limericks and reminding themselves of the 90’s TV show Win Lose Or Draw. Then talk turns to celebrities they’ve met earlier in life, like Natalie Imbrugli…

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S10 Ep 435 Back Catalogue Guest: Lee Mack Part 2 1:06:41

1M ago1:06:41

1:06:41

It’s the second part of Joe and David’s mega-chat with last week’s guest Lee Mack. Picking things up again, the talk turns to game shows, pitching new ideas, learning lines, script read-through and the challenges of recording with a live audience. Plus, Lee tries to cast David as a policeman in his huge hit sit-com Not Going Out. It’s another epic …

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