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Trimming The Musical Fat
Stephen Nicholson
184 episodes
4 days ago
Think some albums are too long? Us too! Don’t worry! We can do something about it. Join us as we critique albums from artists we love and edit them down to under 50 minutes. Can we make a good album a great one? Can we make an average album a good one? What songs will we pick? What will we drop? Will we include B-sides? Join us and our guests as we take the journey to Trim The Musical Fat! Podcast website - www.trimmingthemusicalfat.com
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Think some albums are too long? Us too! Don’t worry! We can do something about it. Join us as we critique albums from artists we love and edit them down to under 50 minutes. Can we make a good album a great one? Can we make an average album a good one? What songs will we pick? What will we drop? Will we include B-sides? Join us and our guests as we take the journey to Trim The Musical Fat! Podcast website - www.trimmingthemusicalfat.com
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Trimming The Musical Fat
180. 90 from the 90s: Pearl Jam’s ‘Ten’ (1991)

Previously a YouTube exclusive, here’s the first 90 from the 90s episode in some time.


In these, we pick our favourite 90 albums from the 1990s. 23 have been picked thus far. Here’s number 24 - Pearl Jam’s debut album ‘Ten’.


‘Ten’ is home to classic tunes like Even Flow, Alive & Jeremy. And it’s one of my favourite albums of all time. So, learn a little about the band, the album, why I love it, and what my 3 favourite tracks from it are.


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5 days ago
5 minutes 27 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
181. Hidden Prime Cuts: Roxette’s Come Back (Before You Leave) (1991)

It’s been quite a while since we’ve done a Hidden Prime Cuts show for you. So here’s a brand new one for your listening pleasure!


The track? A 1991 B-side from Swedish pop-rock duo Roxette - Come Back (Before You Leave).


I bought their Joyride CD single and this track was on it. I always thought it deserved a place on the band’s Joyride album. It’s got a killer middle eight!


Anyway, you decide. With a brief history of the band, the track, and my thoughts on it; it’s another TTMF Hidden Prime Cut.


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5 days ago
6 minutes

Trimming The Musical Fat
179. Get a Snip - Trimming Aerosmith’s ‘Get a Grip’ Album (1993)

"I think Pump's a better album."

Summary


In this episode of Trimming The Musical Fat, host Stephen Nicholson and guest Bryan Borthwick dive into Aerosmith's 1993 album, Get a Grip, to create the under 50-minute cut of it.


They discuss the album's background, its commercial success, and the impact of its singles. The conversation flows through a detailed analysis of each track, highlighting personal favourites and memorable moments. The hosts reflect on their experiences with Aerosmith's music, their ratings for the album, and the songs that didn't make the cut in their supercut.


Overall, it's a nostalgic journey through a pivotal album in rock history.


  • "Eat The Rich is a great song."

Chapters


00:00 Aerosmith Interview

00:51 Introduction to Aerosmith's Get a Grip

01:30 Get a Grip TV Spot

01:55 Tale of the Tape: Get a Grip

04:36 Aerosmith & Album Discussion

13:20 The Openers: Intro & Eat The Rich

15:52 The Big Singles: Living on the Edge and Cryin'

23:09 Boogie Man: An Instrumental, Unique Track

25:23 Exploring 'Fever': A Rock Anthem

28:26 Side B Begins: 'Shut Up and Dance'

31:15 The Emotional Depth of 'Crazy'

34:22 The Provocative Energy of 'Flesh'

36:41 The Ballad 'Amazing': A Reflective Closer

40:39 The Four Cut Songs Are Revealed

43:40 Final Thoughts and Album Ratings


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#Aerosmith

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3 weeks ago
44 minutes 53 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
178. U2’s Bomb: Defused, Rewired, Rebuilt (2004/2024)

Summary


In this episode, host Stephen and his guests Ross Braidwood & Bryan Borthwick, delve into U2's album 'How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb,' exploring its themes, song analyses, and the impact it had on the music scene.


They discuss their favourite tracks, the critical reception of the album, and the significance of its singles. The conversation highlights the evolution of U2's sound and the personal connections listeners have with the music, culminating in a thoughtful reflection on the album's legacy.


Chapters


00:00 The Edge Interview

02:44 Album Overview and Critical Reception

06:35 Personal Reflections on the Album's Impact

16:24 Discussing the 2024 Remaster & ‘New’ Songs

21:55 Creating Side A of the Album

22:26 Exploring 'Vertigo' and Its Impact

26:23 The Magic of 'City of Blinding Lights'

30:05 The Simplicity of 'All Because of You'

35:04 Emotional Depth in 'Sometimes You Can't Make It On Your Own'

40:37 The Story Behind 'Miracle Drug'

44:39 U2 Interview on Conan

45:40 Exploring Side B Track Selections

45:54 Discussing ‘Original of the Species’

51:13 Discussing ‘Picture of You (X + Y)

55:26 Analysing ‘One Step Closer’

58:24 ‘The Luckiest Man in the World’

61:49 ‘Theme from the Batman’ Discussion

63:33 Discussing the Cut Songs

68:09 Finalising the Supercut Tracklist


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#U2 #HowToDismantleAnAtomicBomb #HowToReassembleAnAtomicBomb #TheShadowAlbum


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2 months ago
1 hour 12 minutes 25 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
177. Paul McCartney's Egypt Station (2018): The Short Trip

"I hated and still hate the singles."


Summary


In this episode of Trimming the Musical Fat, host Stephen Nicholson and his brother Paul dive into Paul McCartney's 2018 album, Egypt Station.


They discuss the album's production, initial reception, and their personal reflections on the tracks. The conversation flows through an analysis of the album's artwork, favourite songs, and the process of curating an under 50-minute Supercut of the album, ultimately leading to their ratings and thoughts on McCartney's evolving artistry.


"It's just vintage McCartney."


Chapters


00:36 Introduction to Egypt Station

01:31 Tale of the Tape: Egypt Station

03:57 Album Overview and Initial Impressions

07:09 Curating the Supercut: Side A

08:16 Opening Station

09:07 Fuh You

12:00 I Don't Know

14:46 Happy With You

16:28 Nothing For Free

18:19 Hand in Hand

20:26 Dominoes

24:17 Exploring Side B: Confidante

26:23 Do It Now

28:07 Get Enough

30:05 Despite Repeated Warnings

33:13 Station II

33:24 Hunt You Down / Naked / C-Link

36:29 Discussing The Cut Tracks

42:18 Final Thoughts and Ratings

43:00 TTMF Hall of Fame


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3 months ago
44 minutes 49 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
176. Oasis: The Definitive Album Ranking

"I think it's unfairly aligned."


Summary


In this episode of Trimming The Musical Fat, host Stephen Nicholson and guests Bryan, Jamie, and Paul rank Oasis' seven studio albums.


They discuss each album's impact, personal memories, and musical qualities, providing insights into the band's evolution over the years.


The conversation highlights the significance of albums like 'Definitely Maybe' and 'What's the Story Morning Glory,' while also addressing the mixed reception of later works such as 'Dig Out Your Soul.'


"Bottom of the pile."


Chapters


00:00 Introduction to Oasis Albums Ranking

00:53 Definitely Maybe: The Classic Debut

02:36 What's the Story Morning Glory: The Pinnacle Album?

04:16 Be Here Now: The Underrated Gem?

06:12 Standing on the Shoulder of Giants: A Mixed Bag

08:16 Heathen Chemistry: A Shift in Sound

09:48 Don't Believe the Truth: A Return to Form

11:33 Dig Out Your Soul: Save The Worst Until Last!


"It's got some good songs."


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4 months ago
14 minutes 8 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
175. Trimming Coldplay's X and Y (2005): A Musical Journey - Side B

"It's time to start picking the songs for Side B."


Summary


In this episode of Trimming The Musical Fat, host Stephen Nicholson and guest Davie Melon conclude their exploration of Coldplay's 2005 album X and Y.


They select and discuss the tracks for Side B of the TTMF Supercut, reflect on the songs that didn't make the cut, and share their final thoughts on the album's place in music history. The conversation is filled with insights about the tracks, their significance, and recommendations for further listening.


"I think Low would make a decent B-side."

Chapters


00:00 Coldplay Interview

00:55 Introduction to Coldplay's X and Y

02:35 Discussing The Track 'X and Y'

04:25 Exploring 'Speed of Sound'

06:41 The Hardest Part: A Tribute to R.E.M.?

09:01 Twisted Logic: The Best Track?

12:15 Hidden Track: Kingdom Come

14:49 Songs That Didn't Make the Cut

16:28 Finalising the Supercut

17:05 Recommendations for Further Listening

18:13 Ranking in the TTMF Hall of Fame

19:18 Farewell


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5 months ago
19 minutes 56 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
174. Trimming Coldplay's X and Y (2005): A Musical Journey - Side A

"Coldplay's masterpiece?"


Summary


In this episode of 'Trimming The Musical Fat', host Stephen Nicholson and guest Davie Melon delve into Coldplay's 2005 album 'X and Y' to create the under 50-minute TTMF Supercut of it.


They discuss the album's background, its commercial success, and the band's evolving perception of their work. The conversation transitions into a personal reflection on Coldplay's music journey, culminating in a detailed analysis of the first side of the album, highlighting standout tracks and their significance.


"(Square One is)...a strong start to the album."


Chapters


01:03 Introduction to Coldplay's X and Y Album

02:33 Tale of The Tape: X & Y (2005)

04:27 Discussing Coldplay and the X & Y Album

16:33 Making a Start: 'Square One'

19:45 An Early Highlight: 'What If?'

22:14 Discussing 'White Shadows'

24:10 The Significance of 'Fix You'

26:44 Talking About 'Talk'

28:01 Side B Preview


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5 months ago
29 minutes 2 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
173. The Verve's 'Urban Hymns' (1997): Picking The 5 Best Songs For Side B

Summary


In this episode of Trimming The Musical Fat, host Stephen, and his guests Ross & Davie return to conclude their look at The Verve's 1997 album 'Urban Hymns', ultimately creating Side B of their under 50-minute cut of it.


They discuss tracks like ‘Lucky Man’, ‘Weeping Willow’ & ‘Space & Time’, the four songs that didn’t make the cut, rate the Supercut, and Stephen places the album into the TTMF Hall of Fame.


Chapters


00:47 Introduction to Trimming The Musical Fat

02:17 Another Classic: Lucky Man

05:58 Could Have Been A Single: Space & Time

08:20 Weeping Willow: Which Oasis Song Does It Sound Like?

10:35 One Day: A Beautiful Deep Cut

13:59 Velvet Morning: How The Album Should Have Ended

17:18 Discussing The Four Cut Tracks

21:46 Revealing The Supercut

22:34 TTMF Hall of Fame

24:06 Farewell


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5 months ago
24 minutes 58 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
172. The Verve's 'Urban Hymns' (1997): Picking The 4 Best Songs For Side A

"The lyrics always stuck in my mind."


Summary


In this episode of Trimming The Musical Fat, host Stephen, and his guests Ross & Davie delve into The Verve's iconic 1997 album 'Urban Hymns', to create Side A of their under 50-minute cut of it.


They discuss the album's impact, personal connections to the music, and their ratings of the tracks. The conversation highlights standout songs like 'Bittersweet Symphony', 'Sonnet', and 'The Drugs Don't Work', while also reflecting on the album's artwork and the band's legacy in the 90s music scene.


Come back in a fortnight for the 5 tracks that will make up Side B.


"I love Sonnet, I love it so much."


Chapters


00:30 Introduction to Trimming The Musical Fat

01:53 Tale of the Tape: Urban Hymns

03:52 Personal Connections to The Verve

05:47 Album Ratings and Reflections

09:40 Artwork and Visual Identity

13:51 Unpacking the Tracks: Bittersweet Symphony

19:53 The Power of Sonnet

23:03 The Rolling People: A Deeper Dive

25:57 The Drugs Don't Work: A Classic Ballad

29:14 Side B Preview


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6 months ago
30 minutes 12 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
171. Oasis’ The Disasterplan (2000 - 2009): Picking The 5 Worst Songs For Side B

Summary


In this episode of Trimming The Musical Fat, host Stephen and guests Bryan Borthwick, Paul Young, and Jamie Kerr delve into the lesser-known, weaker noughties tracks of Oasis to continue creating their compilation album, The Disasterplan.


The discussion covers various songs, critiquing their lyrical content, musical composition, and overall impact. Each track is examined in detail, with the hosts sharing their personal opinions and experiences related to the songs.


The episode culminates in a rating of the compilation, reflecting on the band's evolution and the quality of their later work.


Chapters


00:09 Introduction to Trimming Musical Fat

01:09 Side B Song Selections Begin

01:22 Discussing ‘Guess God Thinks I’m Abel’

02:59 Discussing ‘Helter Skelter’

05:15 Discussing 'Little James'

08:28 Discussing 'Soldier On'

11:19 Discussing ‘To Be Where There's Life'

13:11 Songs That Didn't Make The Cut

16:25 Rating the Disasterplan


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6 months ago
17 minutes 38 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
170. Oasis’ The Disasterplan (2000 - 2009): Picking The 6 Worst Songs For Side A

Summary


In this episode of 'Trimming the Musical Fat', host Stephen and fellow Oasis fans Bryan, Paul, and Jamie delve into the lesser-loved tracks of Oasis from the 21st century, creating 'The Disasterplan' compilation.


They discuss various songs from albums like 'Dig Out Your Soul' and 'Heathen Chemistry', sharing their thoughts on what makes these tracks fall short of the band's iconic status. The conversation highlights the group's candid critiques and nostalgic reflections on Oasis's music.


Chapters


00:00 Introduction to The Disasterplan

01:00 Ain’t Got Nothin’

03:03 The Nature of Reality

05:05 (Get Off Your) High Horse Lady

07:17 (Probably) All In The Mind

08:35 A Bell Will Ring

10:47 Born on a Different Cloud

12:21 Conclusion


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7 months ago
13 minutes 1 second

Trimming The Musical Fat
169. Robbie Williams’ ‘Rudebox’ (2006): Trimming The Classic

Summary


It's that time of year again, the annual TTMF 1st April show!


In this episode, hosts Stephen and Paul dive deep into Robbie Williams' classic 2006 album 'Rude Box'. They discuss the album's critical acclaim, massive sales, their favourite tracks, and personal connections to the music.


The conversation also touches on the least favourite tracks, revealing the emotional and artistic depth of the album.


With insights into the lyrics and production, the hosts celebrate the genius of Robbie Williams and the impact of 'Rude Box' on their lives and the World.


Chapters


01:30 Introduction to Rude Box

02:22 Tale of the Tape: Rudebox

04:30 Personal Connections to the Album

06:27 Musical Analysis and Favourite Tracks

10:12 Least Favourite Tracks and Final Thoughts


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#Rudebox #RobbieWilliams Musicreview #Albumanalysis #Favoritetracks #Leastfavoritetracks #Musicpodcast

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7 months ago
17 minutes 27 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
168. Smashing Pumpkins’ ‘Adore’ (1998): Picking The 5 Best Songs For Side B

Summary


In this episode of 'Trimming the Musical Fat', host Stephen and returning guest Bryan, delve into the second half of Smashing Pumpkins' 1998 album 'Adore'.

They pick and discuss the tracks for Side B of the under 50-minute TTMF Supercut of Adore, analyse each song's merits, and reveal which tracks were left off the Supercut.

The conversation also touches on their ratings for the album and recommendations for further Smashing Pumpkins listening, culminating in the placement of 'Adore' in the TTMF Hall of Fame.


Chapters


00:35 Introduction to Adore and Side A Selection

01:23 Diving into Side B: Track by Track Analysis

01:53 Discussing ‘Tear’

04:11 Discussing ‘Apples and Oranjes’

06:09 Discussing ‘Crestfallen’

08:13 Discussing ‘Pug’

10:57 Discussing ‘17’

12:25 Exploring the Cutting Room Floor: Songs Not Included

14:46 Final Thoughts and Ratings on the Supercut

16:11 Recommendations and Future Listening

19:01 Conclusion and Hall of Fame Placement


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7 months ago
20 minutes 21 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
167. Smashing Pumpkins’ ‘Adore’ (1998): Picking The 5 Best Songs For Side A

"It's a grower, isn't it?"


Summary


In this episode of 'Trimming the Musical Fat', host Stephen Nicholson and guest Bryan Borthwick delve into the Smashing Pumpkins' album 'Adore', to start creating an under 50 minute cut of it.

They discuss the album's context, its reception, and their personal experiences with the music. The conversation flows from initial impressions to deeper analysis of specific tracks, the album's artwork, and the emotional weight behind the songs.

And as this episode is part of the Podcasthon 2025 event, they highlight a charity close to their heart (Macmillan Cancer Support) and share anecdotes related to a charity hike for them in 2019, blending humor with serious topics.


"I think it's very underrated."


Chapters


01:00 Introduction to Trimming the Musical Fat

02:20 Tale of the Tape: Adore (1998)

04:12 Critiquing Adore

10:22 Artwork and Visual Identity

12:02 Favorite Tracks and Personal Ratings

15:57 Song Analysis: To Sheila

18:48 Song Analysis: Ava Adore

21:47 Song Analysis: Perfect

24:10 Diving into 'Daphne Descends'

26:42 The Emotional Weight of 'Once Upon a Time'

29:34 Charity and Personal Stories

30:49 Humorous Anecdotes from the Hike

36:04 Next Show Preview


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7 months ago
36 minutes 53 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
166. Oasis’ The Masterplan II (2000 - 2009): Picking The 5 Best Songs For Side B

"It's definitely an album track."


Summary


In this episode of 'Trimming the Musical Fat', host Stephen and guests Bryan, Paul, and Jamie return to delve into the selection of tracks for Side B of their Oasis compilation, 'The Masterplan II'.


They discuss various B-sides from the band, analysing their musical qualities, lyrical themes, and overall impact. The conversation also touches on tracks that didn't make the final cut and concludes with the group's ratings of the compilation.


"It could have easily been on an album.”


Chapters


00:10 Introduction to Trimming the Musical Fat Podcast

00:54 Selecting Tracks for Side B of The Masterplan II

16:00 Revealing the Tracks That Didn't Make the Cut

17:56 Finalising the Track-list and Ratings


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8 months ago
20 minutes 21 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
165. Oasis’ The Masterplan II (2000 - 2009): Picking The 6 Best Songs For Side A

Summary


In this episode of 'Trimming The Musical Fat', host Stephen and guests Bryan Borthwick, Paul Young, and Jamie Kerr discuss the creation of a sequel to Oasis's 1998 compilation album, 'The Master Plan'.

They explore the reunion of the band, their expectations for upcoming shows, and compare the B-sides from the 90s to those from the 21st century.

The conversation then shifts to a detailed review of the first side of 'The Master Plan II', analyzing each track and sharing personal insights and memories associated with the songs. The episode concludes with a promise to continue the discussion in the next episode.


Chapters


00:10 Introduction to the Podcast and Concept

01:26 Reunion of Oasis: Surprises and Expectations

04:45 Comparing B-Sides: 90s vs 21st Century

06:31 Reviewing Side A: Track by Track Discussion

22:57 Conclusion and Teaser for Next Episode


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8 months ago
23 minutes 41 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
164. Ranking Radiohead’s 9 Studio Albums

Summary


Stephen & his guests, Davie & Paul, return for one final Radiohead show.


The guys each take a turn to rank all of Radiohead’s 9 studio albums, from ‘Pablo Honey’ to ‘A Moon Shaped Pool’. What will come out on? OK Computer? The Bends? Kid A? Listen now to find out.


Chapters


00:10 Introduction to Trimming the Musical Fat

01:30 Ross’s rankings

09:30 Davie’s rankings

21:00 Stephen’s rankings


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8 months ago
26 minutes 10 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
163. Radiohead’s The Bends (1995): Picking The 7 Best Songs For Side B

Summary


In this episode of Trimming the Musical Fat, host Stephen and returning guests Ross & Davie, continue their exploration of Radiohead's 1995 album, The Bends.


They select the songs for Side B of the TTMF Supercut of the album, including album tracks & B-Sides. The conversation delves into the significance of each song, the band's evolution, and their recommendations for lesser-known Radiohead tracks.


The episode concludes with the placement of The Bends in the TTMF Hall of Fame.


Chapters


00:32 Introduction to Trimming the Musical Fat

01:35 Selecting Side B of The Bends

02:38 Deep Dive into 'Just' and 'My Iron Lung'

08:20 Exploring B-Sides: 'Bishop's Robes'

11:27 Analysing 'Black Star'

14:26 Great B-Side: ‘Banana Co’

15:50 ‘Sulk’

18:08 Final Track: 'Street Spirit' and Album Ranking

21:20 Cut Tracks

25:39 Radiohead Song Recommendations

27:42 TTMF Hall of Fame Placing


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9 months ago
29 minutes 12 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
162. Radiohead’s The Bends (1995): Picking The 6 Best Songs For Side A

Summary


At last! Here’s our first episode looking at Radiohead’s classic 1995 release ‘The Bends’.


Why the delay? Recording issues. Scheduling. Time. Re-recording. Anyway, cobbled together like The Beatles’ Free As A Bird, but with no audio that sounds like it was recorded in an echoey bathroom, Stephen and his guests Ross Braidwood & Davie Melon, take on a hypothetical scenario: If Radiohead had all The Bends’ singles B-sides available to them at the time of track selection for the album, which would they put on it? Which album tracks would have to be dropped? Watch/Listen now to find out which six tracks make it into Side A of the vinyl version of The Bends.


Chapters


00:00 The Bends TV Spot

00:27 Introduction

00:49 Radiohead Interview (1995)

01:41 Tale of the Tape: The Bends

05:33 Discussing Radiohead and The Bends

15:46 ‘Planet Telex’

19:21 ‘The Bends’

23:15 ‘High & Dry’

27:09 ‘Fake Plastic Trees’

30:47 ‘Talk Show Host’

34:25 Nice Dream’

38:20 Conclusion and Promo for Side B


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9 months ago
39 minutes 21 seconds

Trimming The Musical Fat
Think some albums are too long? Us too! Don’t worry! We can do something about it. Join us as we critique albums from artists we love and edit them down to under 50 minutes. Can we make a good album a great one? Can we make an average album a good one? What songs will we pick? What will we drop? Will we include B-sides? Join us and our guests as we take the journey to Trim The Musical Fat! Podcast website - www.trimmingthemusicalfat.com