Music Is The Glue Podcast

• Music Is The Glue, Episode 3: When Hip-Hop Rescued Rock & Roll

  A wall between two musical worlds came crashing down in 1986 when Run-DMC and Aerosmith joined forces for "Walk This Way," forever altering the landscape of American music. Tony and Smitty take listeners back to this pivotal moment when a struggling rock band met an ascending rap group, creating a collaboration that would save one career while launching another into the mainstream.Before diving into this genre-defining partnership, we kick things off with our A to Z segment featuring Babyface's groundbreaking debut album "Tender Lover" and the Beastie Boys' diamond-certified "Licensed to Ill." Both records represented watershed moments in music history—Babyface establishing himself as an R&B songwriting powerhouse and the Beasties becoming the second rap act to achieve platinum certification.The episode's centerpiece explores how "Walk This Way" transformed from an unlikely pairing into a cultural phenomenon. You'll learn how Aerosmith's manager responded with "What's rap?" when first approached about the collaboration, how Steven Tyler discovered hip-hop while buying drugs in New York City neighborhoods, and how Run initially described Aerosmith's lyrics as "gibberish" and "country bumpkin bullshit." Recorded in just one day for $8,000, this collaboration rescued Aerosmith from commercial irrelevance and helped bring rap music into America's living rooms via heavy MTV rotation.We close with memories of U2's "The Joshua Tree" album, discussing where we were when we first heard these iconic songs and debating why Bono generates such strong reactions among music fans. Whether you're fascinated by musical crossovers, cultural turning points, or simply love hearing about the moments that redefined what music could be, this episode celebrates how unexpected collaborations can break down barriers and create something greater than the sum of its parts.Check us out to us on social media! Your hosts: https://www.instagram.com/tmoney1968/ & https://www.instagram.com/smittys_soul_shack/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musicisthegluepodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MusicIsTheGluePodcast Twitter (X): https://x.com/MusicIsTheGluehttps TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@musicisthegluepodcast Reach out with questions, collabs, questions, etc: [email protected] Remember: No matter the genre, no matter the decade, music is the glue that keeps us together. Stay tuned; stay connected.

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• Music Is The Glue, Episode 2: "Starting With A"

  Dive into a fresh discussion about the wild world of music collections in our latest episode! When listeners offered feedback on Smitty's disorganized vinyl records, he took it to heart and has embarked on a mission to restore some order to his collection. Join us as we examine the emotional connections we have with our records and explore what it means to cherish and organize our music.We introduce our fun “A to Z” segment, featuring 2 VERY different artists. See what we bring to the table from our respective collections. Next, we take a Deep Dive into the talent of one of the greatest vocalists in music history —musical genius, collaborator, and one of the most recognizable voices in the industry.Lastly, we'll perform a "Re-Review" on a huge star's unforgettable debut album and evaluate how well it holds up today. Does it still captivate listeners, or have years dulled its shine? These discussions and personal anecdotes are peppered throughout the episode, creating a narrative that resonates with all music lovers.We invite you to be part of this journey—share your own organizing tips, reflect on your music collection, and perhaps revisit some cherished records along the way. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to our podcast for more engaging discussions on the soundtrack of our lives!Check us out to us on social media! Your hosts: https://www.instagram.com/tmoney1968/ & https://www.instagram.com/smittys_soul_shack/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musicisthegluepodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MusicIsTheGluePodcast Twitter (X): https://x.com/MusicIsTheGluehttps TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@musicisthegluepodcast Reach out with questions, collabs, questions, etc: [email protected] Remember: No matter the genre, no matter the decade, music is the glue that keeps us together. Stay tuned; stay connected.

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• Music Is The Glue, Episode 1: Who Are These Guys & Why Should I Listen?

  Tony & Smitty are lifelong music lovers and have been collecting vinyl records for years. They decided to start a podcast to talk about music & how it can bring us all together when nothing else can. In this episode, the guys simply introduce themselves, share some personal history & music favorites, and give a sneak peek of what to expect from the show.Check us out to us on social media! Your hosts: https://www.instagram.com/tmoney1968/ & https://www.instagram.com/smittys_soul_shack/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musicisthegluepodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MusicIsTheGluePodcast Twitter (X): https://x.com/MusicIsTheGluehttps TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@musicisthegluepodcast Reach out with questions, collabs, questions, etc: [email protected] Remember: No matter the genre, no matter the decade, music is the glue that keeps us together. Stay tuned; stay connected.

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