Episode 230

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13th Oct 2025

The Story Behind: The Cars - The Cars, Ep 230

Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums.  The Cars had years to learn and perfect their pop rock craft before locking in a becoming just what America needed (I know), The team get together to discuss metronomic timing, Berklee shredders, and J Geils Band's Magic Dick

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Intro music: When the Walls Fell by The Beverly Crushers

Outro music: After the Afterlife by MEGA

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1001 Album Complaints
Musicians give irreverent takes on "1001 Albums" with jokes, delivered every Monday morning.
Musicians give irreverent takes on "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die", delivered every Monday morning.

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