026: Captain Beefheart and His Magic Band - Trout Mask Replica (1969)

This week, the Discord and Rhyme crew settle in for a breezy, fast ‘n bulbous chat about one of the most infamously impenetrable albums of the 20th century. Sure, we could have made it easy on ourselves and chosen one of Captain Beefheart’s shorter, more accessible records, but where’s the fun in that? On this episode, Dan guides Mike, Phil, and Rich through Beefheart (and the Magic Band)’s 1969 magnum opus Trout Mask Replica, a double (yes, double) album that, depending on who you ask, is either a hugely influential, groundbreaking masterpiece or completely unlistenable noise. Listen as we discuss the insane story behind how the album was made, list the dozens upon dozens of bands and artists who have scrapped the album’s sound for parts in the decades since, and break down why people who enjoy it aren’t just trying to prove how cool they are. Cohosts: Dan Watkins, Mike DeFabio, Rich Bunnell, Phil Maddox Complete show notes: https://discordpod.com/listen/026-captain-beefheart-and-his-magic-band-trout-mask-replica-1969 Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/discordpod