Why Do People Hate The Eagles?

Why Do People Hate The Eagles?

Author: Rich Price and Clint Bierman November 9, 2020 Duration: 41:26
This week: why do people hate the Eagles? They are both one of the most successful bands of all-time and one of rock's most hated. Why? With special guests Brian Chartrand (of The Sweet Remains) and Jeff Symonds. The Age Old Question is a podcast all about music, but it's also all about history, friendship, perspective, philosophy, humor, and so much more. Support this podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever found yourself in a late-night argument about whether a guitar solo was technically brilliant or just self-indulgent, or if a beloved classic is actually overrated? You're not alone. The Age Old Question: A Podcast for Music Fans lives in those wonderfully contentious spaces. Hosts Rich Price and Clint Bierman, with a mix of genuine curiosity and good-natured humor, dive into the debates that music lovers have had for decades, the kind that never seem to get a definitive answer. They don't just rehash old opinions; they bring in friends, musicians, and genuine experts to add depth, history, and sometimes a completely unexpected perspective to the conversation. Each episode of this podcast feels like joining a smart, funny conversation among friends who are as passionate about the nuances of a chord progression as they are about the cultural impact of a band. It’s for anyone who’s ever passionately defended a genre, questioned a lyric, or wondered why a particular artist divides a room. Listen for thoughtful analysis, plenty of laughs, and the joyful pursuit of settling music's great mysteries, even if just for the length of an episode. This is part of the Pantheon Podcasts network.
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Who Is The Greatest Singer of All-Time? (part 2) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:49
One episode to settle on the greatest singer of all-time was crazy. But two...that sounds about right. In part 2, Rich and Clint jump back into this debate, and the discussion includes Stevie Wonder, Frank Sinatra, Steve…
Who Is The Greatest Singer of All-Time? (part 1) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:07
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What Is The Best Use of a Song in a Movie? (Part 2) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:38
Part 2 of Rich and Clint's deep dive into the songs that are now inextricably linked to the movies in which they were used. In this episode, Rich and Clint get help from the show's go-to guest, Jeff Symonds. The Age Old…
What Is The Best Use of a Song in a Movie? (Part 1) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:36
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What's The Deal With The Grateful Dead? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:53
For some, the Grateful Dead is transcendent. For others, the devotion and subculture that sprung up around the band is baffling. What's the deal with the Grateful Dead? This week, Rich and Clint explore the reasons the D…
What Is The Greatest Protest Song Of All-Time? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:40
This week, Rich and Clint discuss the greatest protest songs of all-time. Which song best captured the rage and defiance of its time? Joining the guys on this episode is singer/songwriter Will Evans (www.willevansmusic.c…
What Song Has Aged The Worst? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:32
This week, Rich and Clint discuss songs that were once hits but are now relics of their time - songs that just wouldn't be written in 2021. Frequent guest and contributor to The Age Old Question, Jeff Symonds, joins to n…
How Do You Write A Hit Song? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:43
This week, Rich and Clint explore the ingredients of a "hit song." Is there a formula, some secret sauce that connects hits across decades? Is there a method to the madness of hit making that we can uncover? Special gues…
Who Went Solo The Best? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:47
This week, Rich and Clint debate the artist that left a successful band to go solo, only to find more success and leave an even greater legacy. Joining as a guest is Pete Francis, founding member of the iconic indie band…
Who's Your Starting Five? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:39
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