Would You Rather Be Bernie Or Elton?

Would You Rather Be Bernie Or Elton?

Author: Rich Price and Clint Bierman March 30, 2022 Duration: 52:03
In this episode, Rich and Clint ask the age old question — would you be Elton John (the star in the spotlight) or Bernie Taupin (the artist behind the scenes)? Lots of laughs, lots of incredible music and enlightening discussion about an odd and incredible collaboration that has produced some of the greatest songs in music history. Rich and Clint also discuss a similar songwriting partnership, Jerry Garcia and Robert Hunter. This week’s guests Brian Chartrand and Greg Naughton (The Sweet Remains) and star of “America Song Contest” Josh Panda. The Age Old Question is part of Pantheon Podcasts. 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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The Age Old Question: A Podcast for Music Fans
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Is It Better To Burn Out Than Fade Away? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:35
This week, Rich and Clint debate one of the epic "age old questions" — is it better to burn out than fade away? In 1979, Neil Young famously sang those words, and Kurt Cobain quoted them in his suicide note. Was Neil rig…
What Is The Greatest Sibling Band Of All-Time? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:14
This week, Rich and Clint explore the magic of music made between siblings. Whether it's the precision of "blood harmony" or the innate chemistry, sibling bands can often discover musical bonds other bands can't find. Bu…
Why Is The Drummer The Backbone of Every Great Band? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:31
In honor of Charlie Watts, the late great drummer of the Rolling Stones, this week's episode is about the role of the drummer in making a really good band...great! The episode asks: Why is the drummer the backbone of eve…
How Do You Write A Great Set List? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:46
All things being equal, the thing that can make or break an evening of music...is the set list. This week, Rich and Clint explore the art and science of making a set list and how bands come at it in different ways. With…
What Is The Greatest One Hit Wonder of All-Time? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:43
This week, Rich and Clint answer another one for the ages — what's the greatest one hit wonder? Through the decades, there have been bands and artists that have exploded into cultural awareness and then never came close…
What Is The Greatest Decade For Music? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:21
After a short summer hiatus, Rich and Clint are back to explore another "age old question." This week's question: which decade was the greatest in popular music history? With the help of special guests Emily Voorhees, Jo…
What Is The Greatest Collaboration in Music History? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:51
This week, Rich and Clint explore the greatest collaborations in music history — the short-lived but transcendent partnerships that produced magic. From Queen and Bowie to Run DMC and Aerosmith, with some unexpected nomi…
Was It Inspiration or Theft? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:30
This week, Rich and Clint explore the fine line between inspiration and theft. In music, there's a long tradition of borrowing from past masters. While some spin inspiration into totally original artistic expressions...o…
What Is The Greatest "Greatest Hits" Album of All-Time? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:59
This week, Rich and Clint explore the greatest of the "Greatest Hits." Some artists produced exceptional albums - works of art that stand alone as complete creative expressions. Some artists created greatness that spread…
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…