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The Kinks
Green Day
American Idiot
Soul Music
R&B
Bookends
Lola
Bonnie Raitt
Aerosmith
Neil Diamond
Love Songs
Art Garfunkel
Paul Simon
Elvis Presley
Michael Jackson
Simon & Garfunkel
Punk Music
Brit Pop
Sunday Bloody Sunday

The 500 with Josh Adam Meyers counts down Rolling Stone Magazine’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time with comedians, actors, and musicians.

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Recent Guests

Ian Edwards
A popular comedian known for his insightful humor and storytelling.
Episode: 126 - The Wailers - Catch A Fire - Ian Edwards
Craig Shoemaker
Comedian and host of the Laughter Heals program.
Episode: 127 - The Byrds - Younger Than Yesterday - Craig Shoemaker
Maria Bamford
One of the funniest comics working today, hosting a documentary directed by Judd Apatow.
mariabamford.com
Episode: 128 - Iggy and The Stooges - Raw Power - Maria Bamford
Wil Wheaton
An actor and podcaster known for roles in 'Stand By Me' and 'Star Trek: The Next Generation'.
Storytime with Wil Wheaton
Episode: 130 - Television - Marquee Moon - Wil Wheaton
Jim Norton
An established comedian and podcast host known for his candid style
Episode: 131 - Black Sabbath - Paranoid - Jim Norton
Martha Plimpton
Actress and star of 'The Goonies' and 'Task'
Task (HBO)
Episode: 132 - Saturday Night Fever - The Original Soundtrack - Martha Plimpton
Eric Roberts
An accomplished actor and the guest for this episode.
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Episode: 133 - Bruce Springsteen - The Wild, the Innocent & the E-Street Shuffle - Eric Roberts
Melissa Auf der Maur
Bassist for Hole and Smashing Pumpkins, author
Hole, Smashing Pumpkins
Episode: 135 - Pavement - Slanted & Enchanted - Melissa Auf der Maur
Adam Chester
Elton John's rehearsal pianist
Elton John's Band
Episode: 136 - Elton John - Greatest Hits - Wayne Federman

Host

Josh Adam Meyers
Host of The 500, known for his comedic take on music commentary and engaging discussions with a variety of talented guests.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • 6th grade humor, nothing about music

    How does this guy even call himself a fan of music, let alone a musician? Each podcast is just 2 guys bs-ing and so little of it has anything to do with the actual albums. I’ve tried listening to several episodes, and they’re painful to get through. He’s a hack. I can’t believe he’s actually paid to do this. It’s embarrassing, not just for him but for the RS magazine, and the media companies that employ him. Utter nonsense, half the episodes I listened to they end up reading Wikipedia as time is... more

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    Mr Badabing
    United Statesa month ago
  • Don’t bother

    This guy is a moron. He doesn’t know or love the music, it’s all just name dropping who he’s hung out with and shows he’s got free tickets to. Josh is not funny nor are the majority of the guests, which could be forgiven if the chat about the music was interesting, but it’s not. Someone prepares notes for him that he always gets wrong anyway, and even his self-professed favourite bands he knows nothing about. Avoid

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    metters trough
    Australia2 months ago
  • Just ok, not a music podcast

    The host is annoying

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    Rubis420
    Canada2 months ago
  • Not enough subject matter content

    I gave the Tattoo You episode a listen. It was about an hour long. Maybe 5 minutes of good content about the album. Otherwise it was guest and host musings about their own lives. Not what I was looking for.

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    brainvil1
    United States2 months ago
  • High Hopes

    Podcast could be amazing. Host is living in the podcast bro sphere and is unlistenable. Name drops and self importance and offensive. Also so much wrong info on these important bands and albums. Do research and stop guessing. It’s the 500 best, do better.

    Apple Podcasts
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    kelseyraerob
    United States2 months ago

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The show is praised for uncovering both well-known and obscure music stories, often introducing listeners to new artists and albums.
Listeners appreciate the blend of comedy and music commentary, highlighting the engaging nature of conversations with guests.
While many find humor and insights valuable, a few reviews suggest that an overemphasis on tangents detracts from discussing the music itself.
Some reviews express frustration concerning focus, stating that the host could better balance personal anecdotes with album discussions.

Chart Rankings

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#19
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#185
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#21
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#22
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#155
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#247
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

130 - Television - Marquee Moon - Wil Wheaton
Q: What has been your Marquee Moon moment, meaning you just nailed it on the first thing?
I did the entire thing in one take. And we only did one take because I did it perfectly in one take.
133 - Bruce Springsteen - The Wild, the Innocent & the E-Street Shuffle - Eric Roberts
Q: What makes this album significant for Bruce Springsteen?
Eric describes how the album is a snapshot of youthful experiences and captures the essence of Springsteen before he became a major star.
133 - Bruce Springsteen - The Wild, the Innocent & the E-Street Shuffle - Eric Roberts
Q: What was your experience of Bruce Springsteen before he blew up?
Eric Roberts talks about how he was introduced to Springsteen's music through friendships and how attending concerts transformed his perception, making him a lifelong fan.
137 - The Replacements - Tim - Maura Tierney
Q: What would be your elevator pitch to get someone to listen to this record?
I would say again, I don't know if I can do that one.
137 - The Replacements - Tim - Maura Tierney
Q: Do you live in Hollywood or did you, have you moved out? I mean, you get, you're so important in your career. What's like, you really don't have to be there as much because.
No one does now, but because of COVID. But I live in New York right now.

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This podcast is centered around a countdown of the 500 greatest albums as determined by Rolling Stone Magazine, making it an engaging platform for music lovers. Notable guests, often from the comedy and music industries, join the host to reflect on these influential albums, sharing personal anecdotes and insights related to the music. Themes of nostalgia, cultural impact, and the evolution of genres are prevalent, connecting listeners to the historical significance of each album discussed. The format fosters a lively and entertaining atmosphere, where humor intertwines with music appreciation, providing listeners with a unique blend of entertainment and education regarding iconic work in music history.

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1. Ian Edwards
2. Craig Shoemaker
3. Maria Bamford
4. Wil Wheaton
5. Jim Norton
6. Martha Plimpton
7. Eric Roberts
8. Melissa Auf der Maur

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