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

Mike E. Winfield
Comedian with an upcoming special on Drybar and host of the podcast Step Fans and Chill
Episode: 156 - Beastie Boys - Paul’s Boutique - Mike E. Winfield
Matt Pinfield
Music legend and former MTV host
Formerly of MTV
Episode: 157 - Joy Division - Closer - Matt Pinfield
Mike Portnoy
Drummer from Dream Theater, known for his work across various rock genres.
Dream Theater
Episode: 158 - Elton John - Captain Fantastic & The Brown Dirt Cowboy - Mike Portnoy
Paul Stanley
Lead guitarist and vocalist of KISS
KISS
Episode: 159 - Kiss - Alive! - Paul Stanley
Nick Thune
Comedian and actor known for his unique perspective and storytelling style
Comedian
Episode: 161 - Otis Redding - The Dock Of The Bay - Nick Thune
Nick Swardson
One of the funniest stand-up comics, known for his roles in films like Grandma's Boy and his new special coming out.
Episode: 162 - Radiohead - OK Computer - Nick Swardson
Anthony Fantano
Notable music critic and YouTuber known for his channel The Needle Drop.
The Needle Drop
Episode: 163 - Prince - 1999 - Anthony Fantano
Peter Asher
Producer and former member of Peter and Gordon
Solo artist, producer
Episode: 164 - Linda Ronstadt - The Very Best of Linda Ronstadt - Peter Asher
Chris Redd
Brilliant comedic actor known for his work on Saturday Night Live
Resurrected Rides, Netflix
Episode: 165 - Marvin Gaye - Let’s Get It On - Chris Redd

Host

Josh Adam Meyers
Comedian and creator of this engaging podcast, known for his humorous takes on music and comedy, engaging a range of guests to discuss significant albums.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Disappointed

    I was initially so excited to listen to the episode about Janet Jackson’s Velvet Rope album. However I personally feel the host didn’t discuss the album much at all. The entire episode was an hour or more longer and 90% of it was spent talking about everything EXCEPT the album. The episode started off very strong talking about Janet’s career, but maybe about 20 minutes in - things changed. The episode came off as unorganized, very poorly researched and unnecessary. To end things on a good note t... more

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    JanayeNatasha86
    United States21 days ago
  • Slow Dave a Listenin’

    Discovered the 5 Hunny podcast a few months ago and really enjoying the journey even though I’m so far behind. Ought to catch up about the time Josh finishes but loving all the music since I grew up through most of it. More importantly is the life spinoff life info from the guests. Sinbad blew my mind but I’m getting to know a bunch of comics and personalities who I’m less familiar with plus the coolest raw side steps they make together with the albums as jumping points. Fantastic!

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    TaosDave
    United States25 days ago
  • Very good stuff

    Very, very good stuff. JAM is the MAN… But please cut the bad background music

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    Nick Bastian
    United States2 months ago
  • Love the 500

    This is my favorite pod cast. Josh and his weekly guest are funny and informative and and I learn something new about the artist every time. A+ podcast

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    Dansandiego13
    United States3 months ago
  • The Only review for the 500 w/ Josh Adam Meyers that matters

    UPDATE: What I do not like is Josh at times seems ungrateful or rushed like on the Funkadelic episode where he says “I Have to get going I am late…” DUDE, we are taking our time to listen so at lease act like this isn’t a chore. Kinda insulting honestly. So I have been listening to the 500 with JAM and friends for about 40 episodes. I love how the “discovery” of Josh goes along with the record being discussed. More importantly the discussion around what each record means to the people discussi... more

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    3
    Big Ant in the world
    United States3 months ago

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There are mixed feelings about the balance between music analysis and personal narratives, with some wanting more focus on the albums.
Listeners appreciate the comedic approach to music, finding the discussions both entertaining and informative.
Guests are usually well-chosen, bringing interesting perspectives that enhance the overall listening experience.

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158 - Elton John - Captain Fantastic & The Brown Dirt Cowboy - Mike Portnoy
Q: What keeps you in love with music?
I'm always going to be a fan, and I surround myself with musicians that inspire me.
158 - Elton John - Captain Fantastic & The Brown Dirt Cowboy - Mike Portnoy
Q: What song would you want played at your funeral?
I would say 'Funeral for a Friend' by Elton John, because it represents everything I love about music and Elton's body of work.
159 - Kiss - Alive! - Paul Stanley
Q: How would you, Paul Stanley, the man behind this, how would you, what would be your elevator pitch to get someone to listen to Kiss Alive?
Wherever you are today, you should know where it started. And that's Kiss Alive.
161 - Otis Redding - The Dock Of The Bay - Nick Thune
Q: What would be your favorite song on this record?
Tramp, and obviously, Sit On The Dock Of The Bay is like the easy pick.
161 - Otis Redding - The Dock Of The Bay - Nick Thune
Q: Who's the most famous person you bombed in front of?
I invited some the guy I'll do mine just to give you the idea of what it is. My Chemical Romance is like a fan of my shit.

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Content centers around the exploration of the greatest albums as recognized by a prominent music magazine, leading to rich discussions about the themes and cultural significance of these works. Engaging interviews with various guests, primarily from the comedy and music industries, create a humorous yet insightful atmosphere, allowing listeners to connect personal stories with the broader impact of the music. Unique anecdotes, behind-the-scenes industry perspectives, and reflections on the evolution of artists and musical genres further enhance the discussions, making it a compelling listen for music lovers and fans of comedy alike.

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