3.05 - The ’70s - Genesis

3.05 - The ’70s - Genesis

Author: andyhearsit June 18, 2022 Duration: 1:45:46
Happy Father's Day! I talk to my Dad about all things Genesis on this very special episode of the podcast. They were one of his favorite bands growing up, one of the defining bands of the prog rock scene that went on to become one of the surprise hit makers of the '80s.Albums Discussed: Trespass Nursery Cryme Foxtrot Selling England By the Pound The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway A Trick of the Tail Wind and Wuthering ...And Then There Were Three...   Follow us on twitter @andyhearsit Email us at andyhearsit@gmail.com Show notes and more at actn.wordpress.com 

Ever find yourself wondering what you might have missed from a decade that shaped so much of today's music? Andy Hears the ’70s is a deep, personal dive into the albums that defined that era, hosted by someone who genuinely loves the process of discovery. Each episode feels less like a formal review and more like you're hanging out with a friend who just found an incredible record in a dusty crate. Andy listens to these often-overlooked or classic albums for the very first time, sharing his immediate, unfiltered reactions track by track. You'll hear the surprise of an unexpected guitar solo, the appreciation for a beautifully arranged string section, or the honest critique of a lyric that doesn't quite land. This podcast isn't about dry history lessons or rankings; it's about the visceral experience of hearing something timeless for the first time, whether it's a prog-rock epic, a smooth soul cut, or a raw punk anthem. It’s a guided tour through the sounds of the seventies, perfect for music lovers looking to expand their own collections with confidence or simply anyone who enjoys the thrill of a fresh listen to a vintage groove. Join Andy as he puts on the headphones and lets the decade speak for itself, one unforgettable album at a time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 54

Andy Hears the ’70s
Podcast Episodes
2.11 - The ‘80s - The Cure [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:34
Andy and Aaron track the rise and... well, continued rise of The Cure throughout the 1980s. From charming English pop to gloomy post punk, we hear all that Robert Smith and the boys have to offer! Albums Discussed: Boys…
2.10 - The ‘80s - Game Theory [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:59
In this episode we unearth a true hidden gem of a band, Game Theory! This power-pop group released five excellent studio albums in the 1980s, all of which have received incredible remastered reissues by Omnivore Recordin…
2.09 - The ‘80s - Grace Jones [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:04
Andy and Aaron take a listen to the incredible albums of Grace Jones this week, as well as discuss her career as told through her 2015 book, "I'll Never Write My Memoirs." Albums Discussed: Warm Leatherette (1980) Nightc…
2.08 - The ‘80s - The Fall [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:58
This week, we approach the unapproachable and dissect the entire '80s output of Mark E. Smith's post punk project The Fall! All nine albums of it! Albums Discussed: Grotesque (After the Gramme) (1980) Hex Enduction Hour…
2.07 - The ‘80s - Prince [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:16:41
This week we submerge ourselves in the all consuming ocean of Prince, one of the most prolific and prodigious artists of all time. We discuss his many albums of the 1980s as well as the 2019 book, The Beautiful Ones, and…
2.06 - The ‘80s - Chaka Khan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:04
Andy and Aaron take a trip Through the Fire and hear six albums from the incomparable Chaka Khan! No one can blend disco, funk, jazz, rock, and pop as successfully as she can. Listen along with us! Albums Discussed: Naug…
2.05 - The ‘80s - Luther Vandross [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:27
No one writes a love song better than Luther Vandross, so in this episode Andy and Aaron hear the first six studio albums from his incredible catalog. A house is not a home until you play some Luther Vandross in it! Albu…
2.04 - The ‘80s - X [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:57
This episode of Andy Hears the '80s is all about the L.A. punk band, X. Hear it all along with us, the good, the bad, and the ugly. We also take a listen to their surprising new release, Alphabetland! Albums Discussed: L…
2.03 - The ‘80s - XTC [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:29
This week on the show, we dig into the '80s discography of XTC! Listen along with us as we follow the English alternative act from beleaguered tour dogs to studio melody makers. We also ask the age old question (twice):…
2.02 - The ‘80s - The Replacements [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:28
Andy and Aaron track the rise and fall of The Replacements, a tenure which falls neatly within the decade of the 1980s! They also go in depth on the 2019 Dead Man's Pop box set, which contains a complete remix of Don't T…