McCartney In Goal
McCartney In Goal is a monthly podcast that debates and dissects the greatest albums of popular rock music. Hosted by David Hughes, and fellow judges Brett and Steve Sumner, each episode picks a rock or pop music album and puts the songs through an imaginary competitive knockout format to find the best song on the album. The team may be uninformed, biased, and often a bit unruly, but they invite listeners to join the fun.
Episodes
Are You Experienced
The Jimi Hendrix experience - Are you experienced - We discuss the legendary debut album of one of rock music's ultimate icons.Guitars, psychedelia, wah wah pedals and mashed potatoes ! What could more could you want ?Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsite - https://mccartneyingoal.com/
Full Moon Fever (Tom Petty)
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What's The Story Morning Glory (Oasis)
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Grace (Jeff Buckley)
We dive deep into Jeff Buckley's only studio album, "Grace," exploring its creation, impact, and the extraordinary talent behind this haunting masterpiece. And of course using our trademark competitive knock-out style format.• Examining Jeff Buckley's complex backstory, with almost no relationship to his famous father Tim Buckley• Discussing the album's eclectic mix of ori
Blur (Blur)
What happens when a beloved Britpop band dares to defy expectations and embrace a new musical frontier? Join us as we explore the iconic yet daringly different Blur album from 1997, where Britpop meets American indie rock in a glorious sonic experiment. We uncover fascinating backstories, from Blur's playful spoofing of grunge in "Song 2" to the introspective depths of "Beetleb
Remain In Light (Talking Heads)
What if an album recorded over four decades ago holds the secrets to navigating today's musical landscape? Join us as we untangle the fascinating complexities of Talking Heads' "Remain in Light." From the Bahamas to New York City, we track the album's creation under the guidance of producer Brian Eno. The energetic dynamics of the album reveals the democratic spirit drivin
Christmas Song Showdown : Pop vs. Rock
We are back due to popular demand with our 2nd Christmas Song showdown. Coldplay versus The Ramones, Ariana Grande vs Bob Dylan (there's a festive fight we all want to see) —who reigns supreme in the holiday music arena, perhaps Queen? Our lively banter delves into what makes a Christmas song truly memorable, contrasting everything from Leona Lewis's pop appeal to the punk energy of th
Screamadelica (Primal Scream)
Episode 53: Screamadelica (Primal Scream). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Screamadelica which was the third studio album by Scottish rock/indie band Primal Scream. It was first released on 23 September 1991 in the United Kingdom. The album includes "Loaded", "Movin' On Up
Toxicity (System Of A Down)
Episode 52: Toxicity (System Of A Down). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Toxicity which is the second studio album by the American heavy metal band System of a Down, released on September 4, 2001, by American Recordings and Columbia Records.It includes the songs: "Chop Suey!", "
The Velvet Underground & Nico (self titled)
Episode 51: The Velvet Underground & Nico (self-titled). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, The Velvet Underground & Nico, which was the debut studio album by the American alternative rock band the Velvet Underground and the German singer Nico. Released by Verve Records in March 1967.Wha
Nevermind (Nirvana)
Episode 50: Nevermind (Nirvana). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Nevermind which was the second studio album by Nirvana. It was released on September 24, 1991.Unlock the story behind Nirvana's first release on a major label and the first to feature drummer Dave Grohl with the latest spir
1989 (Taylor's version) (Taylor Swift)
Episode 49: 1989 (Taylor's version) (Taylor Swift). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, 1989 (Taylor's version) which was a re-recording of the fifth studio album by Taylor Swift. It was released on 27 October 2023.Unlock the story behind Taylor Swift's pop transformation from coun
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (The Beatles)
Episode 48: Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (The Beatles). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band which was the eighth studio album by The Beatles. It was released on 26 May 1967.The McCartney In Goal team take an unruly amble throu
MiG SHORTS: Is Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band a 'concept album'?
Have you ever debated whether The Beatles' legendary album 'Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' could be considered a 'concept album'? The McCartney In Goal team debate this often asked question. Plus, Brett shares a fascinating familial connection to a World War II veteran that may well have inspired the album's title (spoiler alert: it didn't). Even if &
Blood Sugar Sex Magic (Red Hot Chilli Peppers)
In 1991, The Red Hot Chilli Peppers retreated to a mansion with Rick Rubin at the controls and forever changed the direction of their funky spaceship. Suddenly, actual singing, meaningful lyrics and (whisper it) ballads were on the table. Some fans felt cheated: what were their funky heroes playing at? But it mattered little, because the rest of the world finally jumped on board. Is it a classic?
All Things Must Pass (George Harrison)
It's a monster! Post Beatle George unleashes his triple (?) album on the world and people go wild. Get ready for a Wall of Sound, some classic tunes, some jamming, a load of friends and more God than you were probably hoping for... It's All Things Must Pass!Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsite - https://mccartneyingoal.com/
Blood On The Tracks (Bob Dylan)
Over ten years into his career, Dylan delivers an album which is more than simply the cliched 'return to form'. Many still consider it to be his finest recorded work. Almost a concept album in execution, the album covers love affairs in all their ups, downs, triumphs and tragedies. Coming with the usual Dylan complications (why bother letting any of the musicians learn the songs...?), th
Achtung Baby (U2)
In the wake of a critical drubbing for being pompous, U2 head to Berlin with a bag full of industrial sounds colours, shapes and half-formed musical ideas. The result is a masterpiece that simultaneously defines the early 90s and still sounds timeless. Brett hosts, as the boys argue their way through the beautiful chaos of Achtung Baby. Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWeb
MiG SHORTS: Brian Eno
The first of a new series of 'shorts'. Here, the boys discuss Brian Peter George St John le Baptiste de la Salle Eno. Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsite - https://mccartneyingoal.com/
The Immaculate Collection (Madonna)
Madonna released The Immaculate Collection at the end of the 1980s, to celebrate her pop domination of that decade. Containing dance remixes and alternate versions of some of her biggest hits, it was a huge success and cemented her icon status as she headed into the 90s. Today, it still stands as one of the most successful compilation albums of all time. Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.c
The Rise & Fall of Ziggy Stardust & The Spiders From Mars (David Bowie)
Episode 42: The Rise & Fall of Ziggy Stardust & The Spiders From Mars (David Bowie). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars (often shortened to Ziggy Stardust) which is the fifth studio album by David Bowie,
Bridge Over Troubled Water (Simon & Garfunkel)
Episode 41: Bridge Over Troubled Water (Simon & Garfunkel). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Bridge Over Troubled Water which is the fifth (and final) studio album by Simon & Garfunkel, released in January 1970 on Columbia Records. It contains the well-known Simon
Rubber Soul (The Beatles)
Episode 40: Rubber Soul (The Beatles). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Rubber Soul which is the sixth studio album by the the Beatles. It was released on 3 December 1965 in the United Kingdom, on Parlophone. It contains the Beatles classics: Drive My Car, Norwegian Wood,
Led Zeppelin IV (Led Zeppelin)
Episode 39: Led Zeppelin IV (Led Zeppelin). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Led Zeppelin IV, the untitled fourth studio album by the rock legends Led Zeppelin. It was released on 8 November 1971 by Atlantic Records and contains the bands well known anthems: Stairway To Heaven an
16 Rock n Roll Songs That Made The Beatles (Various Artists)
Episode 38: 16 Rock n Roll Songs That Made The Beatles (Various Artists). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Except, today we’re discussing, a collection of rock n roll songs that were influential on the young Beatles growing up across the ocean in Liverpool. These 16 songs were almost all released betwee
Back In Black (AC/DC)
Episode 37: Back In Black (AC/DC). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Back In Black which is the seventh studio album by Australian rock band AC/DC. It was released on 25 July 1980. It is the band's first album to feature lead singer Brian Johnson, following the death of previ
Gold (ABBA)
Episode 36: Gold (ABBA). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, ABBA Gold, which is a greatest hits compilation album by the Swedish pop group ABBA. It was released on 21 September 1992 to massive success with sales of 30 million. Gold has become the best-selling ABBA album, as well on
Out Of Time (R.E.M.)
Episode 35: Out Of Time (R.E.M.). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Out Of Time, which is the seventh studio album by American rock band R.E.M., released on March 12, 1991, by Warner Bros. Records. With Out of Time, R.E.M.'s status grew from that of a cult band to a massive i
London Calling (The Clash)
Episode 34: London Calling (The Clash). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, London Calling, which is the third studio album by English rock band the Clash. It was originally released as a double album on 14 December 1979 by CBS Records. It contains: "London Calling", "
The Bends (Radiohead)
Episode 33: The Bends (Radiohead). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, The Bends is the second studio album by English rock band Radiohead, released on 13 March 1995 by Parlophone. It has remained a fan favourite and contained the singles: "High and Dry", "Fake Plasti
Jagged Little Pill (Alanis Morissette)
Episode 32: Jagged Little Pill (Alanis Morissette). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Jagged Little Pill, which is the third studio album by Canadian singer Alanis Morissette, released on June 13, 1995, through Maverick. It was a massive worldwide success selling 33 million and co
The Holy Bible (The Manic Street Preachers)
Episode 31: The Holy Bible (The Manic Street Preachers). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, The Holy Bible, which is the third studio album by Welsh alternative rock band Manic Street Preachers. It was released on 30 August 1994 by record label Epic and contains the singles Faster
Different Class (Pulp)
Episode 30: Different Class (Pulp). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Different Class, which is the fifth studio album by English Brit-pop/rock band Pulp, released on 30 October 1995 by Island Records. The album contained hit singes: common People, Mis-Shapes, Sorted for
Please Please Me (The Beatles)
Episode 29: Please Please Me (The Beatles). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Please Please Me is the debut studio album by The Beatles and was released on Parlophone on 22 March 1963.Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsite - https://mccartneyingoa
Ten (Pearl Jam)
Episode 28: Ten (Pearl Jam). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Ten which is is the debut studio album by American rock band Pearl Jam, released on 27 August 1991 on Epic Records. The album produced three hit singles: "Alive", "Even Flow", and "Jere
I Want To See The Bright Lights Tonight (Richard and Linda Thompson)
Episode 27: I Want To See The Bright Lights Tonight (Richard and Linda Thompson). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight, which is the second album released by Richard Thompson and the first with his wife, Linda Thompson. It was released
Appetite For Destruction (Guns N' Roses)
Episode 26: Appetite For Destruction (Guns N' Roses). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Appetite For Destruction which is the debut studio album by American hard rock band Guns N' Roses. It was released on 21 July 1987 by Geffen Records. It contains the singles &
Five Leaves Left (Nick Drake)
Episode 25: Five Leaves Left (by Nick Drake). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Five Leaves Left which is the debut studio album by English folk musician Nick Drake. Recorded between 1968 and 1969, it was released in 1969 by Island records. It contains "Time Has Told
Who's Next (The Who)
Episode 24: Who's Next (by The Who). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Who's Next which is the fifth studio album by English rock band The Who. It developed from the aborted "Lifehouse" project, a multi-media rock opera written by the group's guita
Paranoid (Black Sabbath)
Episode 23: Paranoid (by Black Sabbath). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Paranoid which is the second album by the English rock band Black Sabbath, released in September 1970 through Vertigo Records. It contains several of the band's signature songs, including "
The Southern Harmony & Musical Companion (The Black Crowes)
Episode 22: The Southern Harmony & Musical Companion (by The Black Crowes). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion which is the second studio album by US rock band The Black Crowes, released on May 12, 1992 by Def American Records.
Rage Against the Machine (Rage Against the Machine)
Episode 21: Rage Against the Machine (by Rage Against the Machine). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Rage Against the Machine, which is the self-titled debut studio album by USA heavy rock band Rage Against the Machine, released on 3 November 1992 by Epic Records. Support
Disintegration (The Cure)
Episode 20: Disintegration (The Cure). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Disintegration, which is the eighth studio album by English rock band the Cure, released on 2 May 1989 by Fiction Records. Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsite - https://mc
Rumours (Fleetwood Mac)
Episode 19: Rumours (Fleetwood Mac). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Rumours which was the eleventh studio album by British-American rock band Fleetwood Mac, released on 4 February 1977 by Warner Bros.Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsite - https://
Revolver (The Beatles)
Episode 18: Revolver (The Beatles). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Revolver which was the seventh studio album by The Beatles. It was released on 5 August 1966 by Parlophone Records.Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsite - https://mccartneyingoal.com/
Back To Black (Amy Winehouse)
Episode 17: Back To Black (Amy Winehouse). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Back To Black which was the second studio album by English singer and songwriter Amy Winehouse, released on 27 October 2006 by Island Records.Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsit
Dark Side Of The Moon (Pink Floyd)
Episode 16: Dark Side Of The Moon (Pink Floyd). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Dark Side Of The Moon which was the eighth studio album by English rock band Pink Floyd, released on 1 March 1973 on Harvest Records.Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsite -
Christmas Songs (Various artists)
Episode 15: Christmas Songs (Special episode). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. But today we’re discussing our favourite Christmas songs! We take our 16 favourite Christmas songs and discuss and compare them.Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsite - https://mccartneyingoal.com/
Plastic Ono Band (John Lennon)
Episode 14: Plastic Ono Band (John Lennon). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band which is the debut studio album by former Beatle, John Lennon released on Apple Records in December 1970.Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsite - ht
If I Could Only Remember My Name (David Crosby)
Episode 13: If I Could Only Remember My Name (David Crosby). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, If I Could Only Remember My Name, the debut solo album by David Crosby, released in February 1971 on Atlantic Records.Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsite - ht
Parallel Lines (Blondie)
Episode 12: Parallel Lines (Blondie). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing Parallel Lines is the third studio album by American pop-punk-rock-disco band Blondie, released in September 1978.Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsite - https://mccartneyingoal.com/
Tapestry (Carole King)
Episode 11: Tapestry (Carole King). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing Tapestry, the second studio album by American singer-songwriter Carole King, released in 1971. Tapestry instantly became one of the most loved and best-selling albums of all time, with a mix of pop nuggets and 70s
Let It Bleed (Rolling Stones)
Episode 10: Let It Bleed (Rolling Stones). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing Let it Bleed, the eighth studio album by The Rolling Stones, released in 1969.Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsite - https://mccartneyingoal.com/
Astral Weeks (Van Morrison)
Episode 9: Astral Weeks (Van Morrison). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing Astral Weeks, the second studio album by Van Morrison, released in 1968.Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsite - https://mccartneyingoal.com/
Doolittle (Pixies)
Episode 8: Doolittle (Pixies). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing Doolittle, the second studio album by the American alternative rock band Pixies, released in April 1989.Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsite - https://mccartneyingoal.com/
Band On The Run (Paul McCartney)
Episode 7: Band On The Run. McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re going to Jet back to 1973 to discuss Paul McCartney's 3rd studio album.….. It’s Band On The Pun!Support the showTwitter - https://twitter.com/mccartneyinWebsite - https://mccartneyingoal.com/
Born In The USA (Bruce Springsteen)
Episode 6: Born In The USA. McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format.Born In The USA is the 7th studio album by Bruce Springsteen and his most successful. It produced 7 singles and includes some of The Boss's most well loved songs, including the title track, Born In The USA, Dancing In The Dark, No Surrender
Stone Roses (The Stone Roses)
Episode 5: Stone Roses. McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format.The Stone Roses is the debut studio album by English rock band the Stone Roses. It was recorded mostly at Battery Studios in London with producer John Leckie from June 1988 to February 1989 and released in May of that year by Silvertone Records.We d
Hunky Dory (David Bowie)
Episode 4: Hunky Dory McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates, dissects and disseminates the great works of musical popular culture.Hunky Dory is the fourth studio album by English singer-songwriter David Bowie. It was released on 17 December 1971.We discuss:Is it Bow-ee or Bough-ee or Boo-ee? Does this album stand in the shadow of Ziggy Stardust? and lots more..... Support the showTwitter
Bob Dylan cover versions
Episode 3 of McCartney In Goal: Bob Dylan cover versions. This is the podcast that debates, dissects and disseminates the great works of musical popular culture. In this episode we compare some of the famous cover versions of Bob Dylan's songs and ask:Do Bob Dylan's songs lend themselves to be covered more than other artists?What makes a great Dylan cover version?Does the cover have to b
Definitely Maybe (Oasis)
Episode 2 of McCartney In Goal: Definitely Maybe. This is the podcast that debates, dissects and disseminates the great works of musical popular culture.1994. In public life, the UK was emerging from a long recession. The indie guitar scene started to hit the charts in the form of Britpop…… Oasis emerged as the flag bearers of the new scene. Noel's Union Jack painted guitar and Liam's ho
Let It Be (The Beatles)
Episode 1: Let It Be (The Beatles). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates and dissects the great albums of popular rock music using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing Let It Be, which is the twelfth and final studio album by The Beatles. It was released on 8 May 1970, almost a month after the group's break-up. It contains the Beatles hits: Get Back, The Long And Wi
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