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The 411 Music Top 5 09.03.08: Greatest Opening Tracks
(09.03.2008)
This week the writers of 411 Music are taking on the challenge or listing our favorite opening tracks. From Floyd to Zeppelin and Danzig to Queen, find out if your favorite songs made the cut... and if we can keep the honorable mentions out of the triple digits. |
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The 411 Music Top 5 08.26.08 Most Disappointing Albums
(08.26.2008)
This week our panel of (self-proclaimed) experts is taking on the most disappointing albums we have ever encountered. From Guns and Roses and Iron Maiden to Pink Floyd and Dave Matthews Band, no artist is safe. Please join us as we work through our depression. |
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Ask 411 Music 08.21.08: Jam On
(08.21.2008)
This week in Ask 411 Music we are discussing the greatest "jam bands" of all time, Zappa's legacy, Morrison's legacy holding down The Doors, Skynyrd v2.0, world record sales totals, and why The Beatles stayed home. Plus, I get the chance to sound off on some pet peeves in the industry. Check it out! |
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Ask 411 Music 08.14.08: Another Magic Carpet Ride
(08.14.2008)
Stop on by as we take a look at the new wave of British rock, dreams of a Kravitz/Revolver union, country recommendations, motorcycle clubs and their music, whether or not MTV is really criminally liable for the death of the radio star. Plus, the greatest drum tracks of all time! |
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The 411 Music Top 5 08.12.08: Underrated Bands
(08.12.2008)
This week we are looking at the most underrated bands in the world of music. Classic rock, alternative, metal, even a little prog polka. Okay, maybe not the last one, but we have quite the variety nonetheless. |
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Ask 411 Music 08.08.08 Double the Fun!
(08.08.2008)
This week we are taking a look at a country legend, eerie song meanings, more VH1 lists gone bad, and more colorful albums than you can shake a drumstick at. Plus, I defend my comments last week and the Top 7 double albums of all time! |
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The 411 Music Top 5 08.05.08 Top Alternative Bands
(08.05.2008)
This week we look at the Top 5 Alternative Bands. But just what do we think is alternative? Fugazi? R.E.M.? Faith No More? The Velvet Underground? Come on in and find out. |
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Ask 411 Music 07.31.08: Can I Borrow Your Bomb Shelter?
(07.31.2008)
In this week's round of questions we look at paranoid rock legends, music from Walmart, nuclear holocaust, and a sad, sad world I wouldn't want to live in. Plus, we finish our look at essential 60's artists, and by popular demand, the Top 7 Guitar Solos! |
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The 411 Music Top 5 07.29.08 Top Prog Rock Bands
(07.29.2008)
We are dissecting our Top 5 Progressive Bands. So, "Yes," you should come in as we discus the "Genesis" of the genre up to the present day. Don't be a "Tool," "Rush" in! And by the way, which one's Pink? |
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Ask 411 Music 07.24.08 Rambling Man
(07.24.2008)
This week we look at the greatest soundtracks of all time, the essential artists of the 60's, new Hendrix material, The Who for beginners, and we finally unveil the final "Untouchable Bands List" that you the reader helped decide! Check it out! |
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411 Music Top 5 07.22.08: Top 5 Punk Bands
(07.22.2008)
As we continue our look at the many faces of rock, we are breaking down our Top 5 Punk Bands of All Time featuring everybody from The Ramones to The Misfits and Iggy Pop to The Dead Kennedys. Did your favorite make the cut? |
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Ask 411 Music 07.16.08 Tugging at Heartstrings
(07.17.2008)
This week we break down the entire discography of Thin Lizzy, discuss the abuse of flying mammals, KISS: The Disco Era, and the "Untouchables List" Plus, I wrap up the Top 7 Rock Ballads ever! |
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The 411 Music Top 5 07.15.08: Heavy Hitters of Heavy Metal
(07.15.2008)
This week in the Music Zone Top 5, we will be breaking down our versions of the Top 5 Heavy Metal bands of all time. Read on fellow headbangers to find out which of us you agree with and cast your vote for your favorite list! |
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Ask 411 Music 07.10.08 Defining the Untouchables
(07.10.2008)
Join us at Ask 411 Music as we discuss the "Untouchable Bands," the greatest ballads of all time, wife swapping and name stealing with the stars, and more on the early days of rock. Plus, a look at a classic album by Rush! |
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Ask 411 Music 07.03.08: In the Beginning...
(07.03.2008)
Come in and take a seat. This week's class covers overrated bands, the early days of rock and roll, more insane rockers, political bands, and I wrap up my Greatest Live Albums list by breaking all the rules! Check it out. |
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The 411 Music Top 5 07.01.08 Just the Facts Ma'am
(07.01.2008)
This week's Top 5 is 100% fact! Check out the lists as we cover the most successful acts of all time. Find out how we prove our work inside! |
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Great Bloomers - Great Bloomers EP Review
(06.30.2008)
Canadian rockers Great Bloomers released their self titled EP to familiarize the world with their music before their full length debut hits. Does the album give us insight to the future of music, or does it leave a bad taste? Check it out. |
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Ask 411 Music 06.26.08: Lists, Lists Everywhere!
(06.26.2008)
Stop on by as we take a look at another list of greatest bands, the possibility of Guitar Hero: The Beatles, illegal t-shirts, and my thoughts on Marilyn Manson's place in metal history. Plus, I reveal my list of the top live albums ever! |
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Ask 411 Music 06.19.08 Guitar Mania Explodes
(06.19.2008)
Back at last! Join us as we take a look at Darth Yoko, another flawed Rolling Stone list, this one about "Guitar Songs," and deep thoughts with Queens of the Stone Age. Plus, a history lesson about the greatest players to wield a Fender Strat! |
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Ask 411 Music 05.29.08: The Devil Made Me Do It
(05.29.2008)
We get back on track this week as we take a look at some great cover songs, more Sabbath lineup confusion, and the best songs to get you going for summer. Plus we investigate the case for/against Bono and wrap up our look at the career of Peter Frampton. |
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