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Episode 106: Tricky – Actual Murder Feb 19, 2020

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One of the most original artists of our time, Tricky is a pioneer of the Trip Hop movement, helping to shape modern music into the sounds we know today. A shy and genuine guy who was more interested in experimenting on new tracks than he was on being famous, Tricky has lived a very interesting life. From his childhood growing up in the council estates of Bristol, to seeing the beginnings of success with massive Attack, to moving around the world in search of new adventures. Everything has a story, even how he developed his signature sound (and you probably wont be able to guess it). Luck may play a huge part in Tricky's story, but so does creativity and ingenuity.
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Episode 105: Death – Rock Fire Funk Express Feb 12, 2020

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Before there was punk, there was a band called Death. If we were to tell you that three African American boys from Detroit, Michigan were playing punk in their bedroom years before bands like The Ramones or The Sex Pistols had gotten together, you'd call us crazy. But this is a true story- meet the Hackney brothers, who, with the encouragement of their friends and family, learned how to play instruments and make music together after being inspired by legendary rock acts. But, they never seemed to get recognized for their revolutionary sound until over 3 decades later. We tell you their story and where they are now after gaining the success they went after in their youths. Death is a truly epic proto-punk band, so this is an episode not to be missed!
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Episode 104: Whitney Houston’s Whitney – Great Video For Music Feb 05, 2020

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When Whitney Houston released her sophomore album, she had a lot to live up to after the success of her debut. And back then, she was still earning her chops to become the legend we know her as now. In this episode, we go in depth about this classic album with hits that have stood the test of time, beyond the classic 80's sound. The album contains 5 top ten hits, 4 of which reaching #1. But despite the commercial success, critics were not initially impressed. Listen through with us and see if there was any validity there to make your own choice. Or just hear how we turn it into a rom com concept album. No matter what, get ready to listen to some legit jams on this record!
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Episode 103: The Darkness – Jingle Biz Jan 29, 2020

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This week we're lightening up the mood here with the delightfully talented and eccentric UK rock band, The Darkness. Over here in the states we know them as a one hit wonder, but across the pond they are a big time rock band. You may think they are a total joke band, but nothing could be farther from the truth. They spent their lives cultivating their craft so they can bring good times back to rock n' roll. However, their story doesn't come without their fair share of hardships and breakups. The road for this rock band hasn't been easy, and their fast rise to stardom took a big toll that many didn't think they'd come back from. But, somehow, they managed to bring it all back together, and better than ever. Even if most of the rest of the world doesn't realize it.
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Episode 102: Nirvana Part 3 – Trying To Cure His Scurvy Jan 22, 2020

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We've made it to the final installment of our series on Nirvana, and this is where all of the events of the past culminate to the tragic end of Kurt Cobain. We briefly discuss the creation of the final album In Utero (for more info on that, listen to our episode where we review it here) and also give the details on what kept the boys busy when they weren't together. We finish up with the last known movements of Kurt Cobain and the what happened to Krist and Dave after it was all over. Get ready to kill your heroes and take a harsh look at what unchecked depression and addiction can do to a person.
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BONUS Episode: Interview with Gangstagrass Jan 17, 2020

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Hey kids, we got a quick bonus episode for you to chew on whilst you wait for the next episode. We had the honor and privilege to hang out with the one and only Gangstagrass. These guys take the best of hip hop and bluegrass and turn them into something man didn't think was possible. You may know a little of their genre blending style with the theme song to Justified, but they are so much more than that. These talented guys give us a little background on their origin story and let us tell you, it may be the only place you hear discussions of Bigfoot, board games, and cats. Check out more of their goods at Gangstagrass.com.
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Episode 101: Nirvana Part 2 – Subway and Heroin Jan 15, 2020

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We've reached the bridge of our Nirvana series, and here is where the tides change twice: once with the addition of their new drummer Dave Grohl, and again with the addition of the infamous Courtney Love into Kurt's love life. How did Kurt get addicted to heroin? How bad were the names of Dave's first few bands? How happy was Krist to be there? We try to answer some questions that make sense of the road Nirvana walked down and how they handled the unexpected fame that was thrust upon them. These boys didn't expect to be the answer to a generation of misery, but they answered the call anyway, much to the chagrin of their personal lives.
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Episode 100: Nirvana Part 1 – Giant Little Squeeze Muffin Jan 08, 2020

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Y'all ready for this? The 100th episode of Rock Candy Podcast and we are hitting hard with a real epic story that you don't know the half of. Nirvana is a household name, as commonly heard as Jimi Hendrix or The Beatles. Their grunge music shaped an entire generation, but who were they before the album Nevermind? In part 1 we give you the story of the childhoods of both Kurt and Krist, and their inevitable friendship that was the start up to one of the most famous acts in all of music. But back then, that was something they could only dream of from the couches and floors of friends who would take them in.
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Episode 99: Top of the Rocks 2019 – Pinky on the Pulse Dec 18, 2019

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It's our grand finale of 2019! Going extra long and extra strong, so get ready for hot takes that you never knew you needed. We question what the kids are into these days, discuss our favorite beers from this year at great length, discuss the choice lineup of concerts we've attended, and of course give you an in depth look at the songs that have been our solid 2019 jams.
We'd like to thank Pantheon Podcast Network for bringing us on this year. We've met so many other podcasters who love music too and learned a lot. Also a big shout out to our Patreon fam, you have supported us in ways that you can't imagine! And of course, thank you listeners. You have given us a place to spout off our random music knowledge and hope we have brightened your commutes or helped you to impress a date with facts about music that they never asked you about. Party on, everyone. See you in 2020!

Episode 98: Eddie Money – Hot Bottoms on Telegraph Avenue Dec 11, 2019

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He is a man of charisma and talent that we lost only a few months ago. Eddie Money's music has the ability to bring a listener back to the most stereotypical of 80's proms. But he's much more than a few catchy tunes, he has a fascinating story and is someone who put in the work to get himself the success he had. A fun loving guy who was was more than happy to make friends and be kind to fans, everything led up to his tragic death this past September. Why not grab yourself a bottle of Two Tickets To Paradise from Crooked Stave and Maui Brewing Co to help us celebrate the life of this amazing rocker!
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