In this episode, we discuss Led Zeppelin's second album in celebration of the 55th anniversary of its October 1969 release. I forgot to mention this in the episode, but 'II' eventually unseated 'Abbey Road' from the top spot on the charts. In t...

In this episode, we discuss Supertramp's third album, 'Crime Of The Century,' in celebration of the 50th anniversary of its October 25, 1974 release. "Bloody Well Right" is one of the first songs — by anybody — that I recall really...

In this episode, we pay tribute to Phil Lesh, bassist and co-founder of the Grateful Dead, who passed peacefully one week ago at the age of 84. His singular approach to the bass is utterly inimitable, and he will be dearly missed...

In this episode, we discuss the Rolling Stones' twelfth album, 'It's Only Rock 'N' Roll,' in celebration of the 50th anniversary of its October 18, 1974 release. While far from their best album, it's still close enough to their creative peak th...

In this episode, we discuss the Beatles' final album, 'Abbey Road,' in celebration of the 55th anniversary of its September 26, 1969 release. Yes, 'Let It Be' was released six months later, but 'Abbey Road' is the last album they created togeth...

In this episode, we discuss Led Zeppelin's eighth and final studio album, 'In Through The Out Door,' in belated celebration of the 45th anniversary of its August 1979 release. I forgot to mention this in the episode, but "Fool In The Rain" is t...

Welcome to Season 9! In this episode, we discuss one of the very best Grateful Dead songs, "Scarlet Begonias," which turned 50 three weeks ago. It's been one of my favourites since I first got into the band about a decade ago, yet my preparatio...

In this episode, we discuss the Rolling Stones' concert in Cleveland this past Saturday, which I had the pleasure of attending. It was my sixth Stones show, and I would have to say one of the best!

In this episode, we discuss Bob Dylan's 'Nashville Skyline' album in celebration of the 55th anniversary of its April 9, 1969 release. I've always loved his uncharacteristically warm, smooth vocals on this album, as well as the 'Blonde On Blond...

For you premium subscribers, here is the full recording session for the drum parts I included in this week's main episode, discussing Led Zeppelin's eponymous debut in celebration of the 55th anniversary of its 1969 release...

In this episode, we discuss Led Zeppelin's eponymous debut in celebration of the 55th anniversary of its 1969 release. It hasn't lost any of its power to drive you back in your seat; I can only imagine what it was like dropping the needle on it...

Welcome to Season 8! In this impromptu episode, I provide some loose thoughts on Usher's halftime show from Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas this past weekend.

In this episode, I recap 2023 and provide a brief update on what to expect moving forward. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Talk to you in a month or so...

In this episode, having now gone through the complete ranking exercise for both years, I discuss the differences I hear between 1972 and 1973 Grateful Dead, and tell you which year I prefer...

In this episode, as we did for 1972 last year, we rank the Grateful Dead's 1973 concerts to celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of their finest touring years!

In this episode, we are joined by my brother, Spencer Cropper, to discuss the Rolling Stones' 'Beggars Banquet' album in celebration of the 55th anniversary of its December 6, 1968 release.

In this episode, we are joined by my brother, Spencer Cropper, to discuss the Beatles' 'White Album' in celebration of the 60th anniversary of its November 22, 1968 release.

In this episode, we discuss the Jimi Hendrix Experience's third and final studio album, 'Electric Ladyland,' in celebration of the 55th anniversary of its October 16, 1968 release.

In this episode, we discuss AC/DC's first live album, 'If You Want Blood You've Got It' in celebration of the 45th anniversary of its Fall 1978 release.

In this episode, we discuss Elton John's 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' album in belated celebration of the 50th anniversary of its October 5, 1973 release.

In this episode, we discuss the Rolling Stones' 'Goats Head Soup' album in belated celebration of the 50th anniversary of its August 31, 1973 release. 

In this episode, we discuss Marvin Gaye's 'Let's Get It On' album in belated celebration of the 50th anniversary of its August 28, 1973 release.

In this episode, we discuss the Allman Brothers Band's fourth studio album, 'Brothers And Sisters,' in belated celebration of its August 1973 release.

In this episode, we discuss the Grateful Dead's second studio album, 'Anthem Of The Sun,' in belated celebration of the 55th anniversary of its July 18, 1968 release.

In this episode, I recap my experience of attending a screening of Taylor Swift — The Eras Tour last night.