Ep. 138 - Riding the Waves of 1969: A Journey Through the Year's Defining Music and Cinema

Milk Crates and Turntables. A Music Discussion Podcast

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When the clock strikes nostalgia, there's no better place to be than in the throes of 1969's music and movies—a year where revolution wasn't just in the air, it was on our turntables and silver screens. Embarking on this retro ride with Scott are the Wrecking Two—Mark Smith and Lou Callicho. Together, we unspool tales from the Beatles' last hurrah on a rooftop to Led Zeppelin's ground-shaking debut, all while interweaving stories of our own personal connections to this unforgettable year.
Buckle up as we careen through the twists and turns of 1969's cultural milestones, from Hendrix's wah-wah wonders to the managerial mayhem that rocked the Beatles' world. We navigate past the milestones and mishaps, offering a window into the soul-stirring, genre-bending tracks that shaped our collective soundtrack. As we reminisce about "Midnight Cowboy" and chuckle over "The Love Bug," you'll find the cinematic landscape of '69 as vivid and varied as the music that accompanied it—a testament to the timeless power these classics hold.
And what's a time travel journey without the treasure trove of albums that continue to captivate us today? We revel in the roots of Americana with The Band's "Brown Album," groove to the primal beats of The Stooges, and savor the soulful strains of Dusty Springfield, all while exploring the stories behind these seminal sounds. Whether you're a die-hard fan of Creedence Clearwater Revival or still swooning over Sinatra's "My Way," we've got the tracks that'll transport you back to that revolutionary year. So slip on those headphones, join our raucous crew, and surrender to the spirit of '69—it's a trip you won't want to miss.

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1. Ep. 138 - Riding the Waves of 1969: A Journey Through the Year's Defining Music and Cinema (00:00:00)

2. 1969 Music and Movies Discussion (00:00:06)

3. Discussing Music Events in 1969 (00:16:32)

4. Music Events of 1969 (00:21:10)

5. Musical Legends and Controversies (00:35:42)

6. 1969 Music Scene Highlights (00:45:35)

7. Music Events of 1969 (00:57:37)

8. Retro Movie Conversations (01:15:10)

9. Exploring Classic Albums of 1969 (01:30:13)

10. Midnight Movie Madness (01:49:01)

11. 80s Sci-Fi Movie Showdown (01:58:54)

12. Classic Horror and Sci-Fi Movie Debate (02:11:38)

13. 1970s Music Trivia and News (02:20:06)

14. Planning for Next Week's Show (02:37:03)