Episode 8 - Dee Murray Love-In

Episode 8 - Dee Murray Love-In

Author: Neil Barrett December 11, 2017 Duration: 52:36
Dee Murray was a truly innovative force in the Elton John band. In this episode I look at what made him special, from the jigsaw puzzle of ideas that Dee and Elton threw around in the 3-piece band; taking in the almost-soul of Philadelphia Freedom; and beyond, into the 1980s. A biographical, loving, and detailed look at the work of the man that made the music we love even lovlier. And all of this without mentioning his incredible backing vocals once (ooops).  Homemade bass transcriptions from YouTube are used throughout to highlight the parts – thank you so much to: Brian Wroten for Amoreena Jonathan Elyashiv for Goodbye Yellow Brick Road Jason Reis for Danny Bailey Cover Solutions for Grey Seal Brian Wroten for Step Into Christmas Greg Fairweather for Philadelphia Freedom Jon Arana for I’m Still Standing Enormous thanks also to Brian for the interview.  

Neil Barrett hosts I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John Podcast, a series built on a simple but powerful idea: you can love an artist's work deeply without needing to know every single fact. This isn't a dry historical archive or a gossip-filled biography. Instead, each episode focuses on the music itself-the songs, the albums, the collaborations, and the sheer craft behind them. You'll hear a thoughtful, often personal exploration of what makes these tracks resonate, from the chart-topping anthems to the deeper album cuts that might have slipped by. The tone is warm and conversational, like discussing records with a knowledgeable friend who’s more interested in sharing appreciation than proving expertise. It’s that balance of affection and detail that defines this podcast, offering a space for both lifelong fans and curious newcomers to hear Elton John's catalog with fresh ears. Barrett’s approach reminds us that music is for enjoyment first, and his episodes are a perfect companion for that journey, whether you're revisiting classic albums or discovering hidden gems for the first time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 42

I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John Podcast
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Episode 1 - Elton's Buried Treasure [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:35
Welcome to the 'I Guess That's Why They Call It The Elton John Podcast' podcast. Yes it is a rather unweildy title. In the first episode, Neil (your able host) takes some classic songs, and turns them upside down, until…