The Great Albums
The Great AlbumsTwo indie rock musicians, Bill Lambusta and Brian Erickson, dive into great rock and pop music through the lens of the medium they care for most - the album. Every episode features a track-by-track review, discussions about the sounds they love, and their own stories. Guests include musicians, podcasters, and journalists who are fellow deep-dive music nerds.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 373 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Music CommentaryMusic | |||
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Bill and Brian talk about what makes Are You Experienced by the Jimi Hendrix Experience great! We examine how the power trio's debut expanded the possibilities of rock guitar, pairing blues and rock & roll foundations with psychedelic experimentation... more
Bill and Brian are very lucky to be joined by, not one, but TWO very special guests to discuss what we love about the Promise Ring's Very Emergency (1999, Jade Tree). First up is long time friend of the podcast Jim Hanke from the spectacular Vinyl Em... more
Did you know the Great Albums has a Patreon with exclusive bonus content? Here's a sample of our first bonus episode in which Bill, Brian, and our good buddy Bill Greenwood discuss Jimmy Eat World's Stay on My Side Tonight (2005, Interscope), a compa... more
Bill and Brian dive into what they love about the Beth's debut album Future Me Hates Me (2018, Carpark) with a track-by-track review, awarding the album with the kudos we believe it justly deserves, and really just gushing about how absolutely great ... more
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I listened to Brian and Bill throughout my entire time in college. Their podcast and opinions have expanded my knowledge on music and how I discuss it with my own friends. Some of the greatest music fans and music “critics” I’ve ever listened too :) I’m so glad they’re back, thank you B&B!!!
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United States4 months ago - I stayed subscribed!
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Apple Podcasts | #132 | United States/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #202 | United Kingdom/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #207 |  Australia/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #28 |  Denmark/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #49 |  Sweden/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #58 |  Ireland/Music/Music Commentary |
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A track-by-track exploration of influential rock and pop albums, blending detailed musical analysis with personal memories, production notes, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes. Episodes often feature guests who are musicians, podcasters, or journalists, adding diverse perspectives while the two hosts provide nerdy, enthusiastic commentary and long-form conversations about artists, eras, and the album-as-object. Noteworthy traits include rigorous track-by-track structuring, a strong emphasis on production choices, and a collaborative, fan-friendly vibe that leans into stories from the artists' environments and communities. This mix makes it appealing to listeners who want both deep musical nerding and relatable, human storytelling around belov... more
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