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In celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, we’re opening up podcast archives to re-release seasons focused on some of history's most legendary rap albums. Next up we revisit Cyrus Hills self-title record — a landmark of West Coast hip-hop that pioneered the “weed rap” movement. What’s more, Cypress Hill’s own B-Real https://consequence.net/artist/b-real/, Sen Dog https://consequence.net/artist/sen-dog/, and DJ Muggs https://consequence.net/artist/dj-muggs/ all joined us for the journey through the album’s legacy. For more from Cypress Hill, check out Sen Dog’s Crate Digging into 10 essential hip-hop albums.” https://consequence.net/2023/08/cypress-hill-sen-dog-10-essential-albums/, and there will be loads of artist interviews, essays, and more coming throughout the month, so make sure to check it all out at Consequence.net https://consequence.net/tag/hip-hop-50/. You can also snag some of our exclusive Hip-Hop 50 merch at the Consequence Shop https://shop.consequence.net/collections/accessories/HIP-HOP-50. Season 15 of Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ and Sony’s http://hyperurl.co/theopus comes to its conclusion on a high point as we explore how Cypress Hill https://consequence.net/artist/cypress-hill/ put weed rap on the map. Within a few months of its release, the impact of and the subject matter of some of the raps therein was apparent. Other rappers started writing songs that expanded more on the glory of marijuana. While we think of Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre as pioneers in the art of weed rap, it’s often forgotten that Dre once bragged on record about never smoking weed. But, after Cypress Hill lifted their veil of smoke, Dre got to work on an album called . And Cypress Hill’s cannabis candidness wasn’t just relegated to their raps, either. The group became outspoken advocates for the legalization of marijuana, ushering in a new era of pot positivity that Cypress Hill are still pushing forward to this very day.
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, we’re opening up podcast archives to re-release seasons focused on some of history's most legendary rap albums. Next up we revisit Cyrus Hills self-title record — a landmark of West Coast hip-hop that pioneered the “weed rap” movement. What’s more, Cypress Hill’s own B-Real https://consequence.net/artist/b-real/, Sen Dog https://consequence.net/artist/sen-dog/, and DJ Muggs https://consequence.net/artist/dj-muggs/ all joined us for the journey through the album’s legacy. For more from Cypress Hill, check out Sen Dog’s Crate Digging into 10 essential hip-hop albums.” https://consequence.net/2023/08/cypress-hill-sen-dog-10-essential-albums/, and there will be loads of artist interviews, essays, and more coming throughout the month, so make sure to check it all out at Consequence.net https://consequence.net/tag/hip-hop-50/. You can also snag some of our exclusive Hip-Hop 50 merch at the Consequence Shop https://shop.consequence.net/collections/accessories/HIP-HOP-50. On the previous episode of Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ and Sony's http://hyperurl.co/theopus Season 15, we explored the chemistry between the voices of Cypress Hill https://consequence.net/artist/cypress-hill/’s B-Real https://consequence.net/artist/b-real/ and Sen Dog https://consequence.net/artist/sen-dog/. In Episode 3, we look at the unique alchemy of their beats. The place where rock and metal meet has always been a part of Cypress Hill's sonic and cultural identity. Sen Dog's first concert was thrash-metal band Slayer; that band's drummer, Dave Lombardo (who, like Sen, is Cuban-American), was his high-school friend. At the end of "How I Could Just Kill a Man," someone quotes Suicidal Tendencies' "Institutionalized." Cypress Hill's sound had its origins as much in hard rock as it did with Latin funk. The group put their guitar-based influences under every one of their raps. In this episode, host Jill Hopkins https://twitter.com/Jillhopkins and her guests talk about that intersection between rock and hip-hop, and examine how other artists found themselves at the center of the Venn diagram Cypress Hill first drew. Original music by Tony Piazza https://www.instagram.com/bones.wav/. Subscribe now http://hyperurl.co/theopus so you can keep up on all the new episodes. Also, keep an eye out for a special giveaway in the coming weeks to continue the celebration of the 30th anniversary of . Also, grab yourself an official Opus hoodie or T-Shirt https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus at the Shop or using the buy-now buttons below.
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, we’re opening up podcast archives to re-release seasons focused on some of history's most legendary rap albums. Next up we revisit Cyrus Hills self-title record — a landmark of West Coast hip-hop that pioneered the “weed rap” movement. What’s more, Cypress Hill’s own B-Real https://consequence.net/artist/b-real/, Sen Dog https://consequence.net/artist/sen-dog/, and DJ Muggs https://consequence.net/artist/dj-muggs/ all joined us for the journey through the album’s legacy. For more from Cypress Hill, check out Sen Dog’s Crate Digging into 10 essential hip-hop albums.” https://consequence.net/2023/08/cypress-hill-sen-dog-10-essential-albums/, and there will be loads of artist interviews, essays, and more coming throughout the month, so make sure to check it all out at Consequence.net https://consequence.net/tag/hip-hop-50/. You can also snag some of our exclusive Hip-Hop 50 merch at the Consequence Shop https://shop.consequence.net/collections/accessories/HIP-HOP-50. Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ and Sony’s http://hyperurl.co/theopus Season 15 continues as we explore the unparalleled chemistry between Cypress Hill https://consequence.net/artist/cypress-hill/’s B-Real https://consequence.net/artist/b-real/ and Sen Dog https://consequence.net/artist/sen-dog/. B-Real’s high-pitched, nasal rap style played off the boom of Sen Dog’s authoritative baritone for a sound unlike anyone else. In Episode 2 of , the two rappers discuss finding their voices, while the legendary Chuck D https://consequence.net/artist/chuck-d/ (Public Enemy, Prophets of Rage) heaps praise on the group’s unique sound.
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, we’re opening up podcast archives to re-release seasons focused on some of history's most legendary rap albums. Next up we revisit Cyrus Hills self-title record — a landmark of West Coast hip-hop that pioneered the “weed rap” movement. What’s more, Cypress Hill’s ownB-Real https://consequence.net/artist/b-real/, Sen Dog https://consequence.net/artist/sen-dog/, and DJ Muggs https://consequence.net/artist/dj-muggs/ all joined us for the journey through the album’s legacy. For more from Cypress Hill, check out Sen Dog’s Crate Digging into 10 essential hip-hop albums.” https://consequence.net/2023/08/cypress-hill-sen-dog-10-essential-albums/, and there will be loads of artist interviews, essays, and more coming throughout the month, so make sure to check it all out at Consequence.net https://consequence.net/tag/hip-hop-50/. You can also snag some of our exclusive Hip-Hop 50 merch at the Consequence Shop https://shop.consequence.net/collections/accessories/HIP-HOP-50. Season 15 of http://hyperurl.co/theopus, presented by the Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ and Sony, travels back to the Southern California in which Cypress Hill https://consequence.net/artist/cypress-hill/’s sound exploded onto the scene. The sonic sense of urgency in the hip-hop group's self-titled debut album was a time-and-place thing -- a product of late '80s/early '90s Los Angeles that was swept up in the tension just before the Rodney King verdict and the uprising that followed. Cypress Hill's lyrics and beats were tailor made for the subwoofers in the trunks of the low riders that played them, and would echo around rap's landscape in the years to come. And it served as representative for the Black and brown voices who felt the need to protest as much as they felt the desire to party in the face of a community that would soon be national news. In this first episode of , we venture into Cypress Hill’s Southern California, and the powder keg that made their debut album important, necessary, and seemingly ubiquitous. And who better to give host Jill Hopkins https://twitter.com/Jillhopkins a tour of this era than the members of Cypress Hill themselves, as B-Real https://consequence.net/artist/b-real/, Sen Dog https://consequence.net/artist/sen-dog/, and DJ Muggs https://consequence.net/artist/dj-muggs/ guest on Episode
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, we’re opening up podcast archives to re-release seasons focused on some of history's most legendary rap albums. First up, we revisit Fugees’ classic , which comes in at number 15 on ’s list of the 50 Greatest Hip-Hop Albums of All Time https://consequence.net/2023/08/best-hip-hop-albums-of-all-time/. You can see the full list on Consequence, and there will be loads of artist interviews, essays, and more coming throughout the month, so make sure to check it all out at Consequence.net https://consequence.net/tag/hip-hop-50/. You can also snag some of our exclusive Hip-Hop 50 merch at the Consequence Shop https://shop.consequence.net/collections/accessories/HIP-HOP-50. Here on , we’ll also be re-releasing our season about Cypress Hill’s self-titled record, so make sure to check back every Wednesday and Friday for fresh episodes from the archives. So much of hip-hop is built on the notion of creating something from something. Call it covering, call it borrowing, call it sampling, but don't call it unoriginal. For decades, samples have helped musicians turn some of greatest hits into even hits. Fugees are no exception to this. They built upon this legacy, The samples and covers included on 1996's range everywhere from The Delphonics to Enya -- and yet they’re seamlessly woven together to create a distinct, singular album. In the Season 13 finale, host Jill Hopkins heads to the operating room to dissect three songs off that best embody the art of the sample and the depth of knowledge the Fugees brought to the studio: "Zealots", "The Score", and "Ready or Not". Surrounding Jill at the table with scalpels and insight are Ruffhouse Records co-founders Chris Schwartz and Joe Nicolo; rapper Psalm One; and music journalist Insanul Ahmed. Together, they discuss why certain bits were used, why whole songs were sometimes included, and how the Fugees turned existing classics into their own -- read: completely new -- classics. Original music by Tony Piazza https://www.instagram.com/bones.wav/.
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, we’re opening up podcast archives to re-release seasons focused on some of history's most legendary rap albums. First up, we revisit Fugees’ classic , which comes in at number 15 on ’s list of the 50 Greatest Hip-Hop Albums of All Time https://consequence.net/2023/08/best-hip-hop-albums-of-all-time/. You can see the full list on Consequence, and there will be loads of artist interviews, essays, and more coming throughout the month, so make sure to check it all out at Consequence.net https://consequence.net/tag/hip-hop-50/. You can also snag some of our exclusive Hip-Hop 50 merch at the Consequence Shop https://shop.consequence.net/collections/accessories/HIP-HOP-50. Here on , we’ll also be re-releasing our season about Cypress Hill’s self-titled record, so make sure to check back every Wednesday and Friday for fresh episodes from the archives. The Fugees were culturally unique in myriad ways. They were a trio comprised of one American-born Black woman and yet also two Haitian immigrants, who both took pride in their heritage. Naturally, this pride was weaved into the fabric of 1996's , and the album's success meant that they were able to champion Haitian music in both America and abroad. In this episode, host Jill Hopkins speaks to the trio's family, friends, and fans about Haiti’s effect on the Fugees and the Fugees effect on Haiti, Haitians, and their fans who saw their own American immigrant and refugee experiences reflected back at them. Along for the journey are award-winning songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jon Batiste, producer Jerry Wonda, Ruffhouse Records co-founder Chris Schwartz, music journalists Dometi Pongo and Insanul Ahmed, and reggae legend Sly Dunbar. Together, they study the symbiosis between band and homeland as it pertains to the Fugees. Original music by Tony Piazza https://www.instagram.com/bones.wav/. Don't forget to enter our giveaway to win a Fugees prize pack https://consequenceofsound.net/2021/02/win-fugees-the-score-vinyl-prize-pack/, which includes vinyl, a turntable, and headphones. (Note: If you’re having trouble seeing the widget, enter here https://gleam.io/Cu3Rf/fugees-the-score-vinyl-turntable-prize-pack.)
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, we’re opening up podcast archives to re-release seasons focused on some of history's most legendary rap albums. First up, we revisit Fugees’ classic , which comes in at number 15 on ’s list of the 50 Greatest Hip-Hop Albums of All Time https://consequence.net/2023/08/best-hip-hop-albums-of-all-time/. You can see the full list on Consequence, and there will be loads of artist interviews, essays, and more coming throughout the month, so make sure to check it all out at Consequence.net https://consequence.net/tag/hip-hop-50/. You can also snag some of our exclusive Hip-Hop 50 merch at the Consequence Shop https://shop.consequence.net/collections/accessories/HIP-HOP-50. Here on , we’ll also be re-releasing our season about Cypress Hill’s self-titled record, so make sure to check back every Wednesday and Friday for fresh episodes from the archives. Instead of returning to the studio with outside producers, the Fugees took their $150k advance from Ruffhouse Records and ventured off to … the basement. Specifically, the Booga Basement in East Orange, NJ, where Wyclef Jean’s uncle and his cousin Jerry “Wonda” Duplessis lived. Booga, along with The Dungeon in Atlanta (where OutKast cut their debut), were two of the most successful underground studios in the game circa the mid-90s. These locales came with a productive, family vibe and endless head bobs to judge the quality of work. In this episode, host Jill Hopkins speaks to producer Jerry Wonda about building a studio and a sound that would continue the tradition of great New Jersey hip-hop. They also discuss why this kind of DIY ethos is so important to groups in the process of defining their sounds. Also heading into the basement are special guests Chris Schwartz and Joe Nicolo of Ruffhouse Records, in addition to MTV’s Dometi Pongo and Genius executive editor Insanul Ahmed. Original music by Tony Piazza https://www.instagram.com/bones.wav/. Don't forget to enter our giveaway to win a Fugees prize pack https://consequenceofsound.net/2021/02/win-fugees-the-score-vinyl-prize-pack/, which includes vinyl, a turntable, and headphones. (Note: If you’re having trouble seeing the widget, enter here https://gleam.io/Cu3Rf/fugees-the-score-vinyl-turntable-prize-pack.)
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, we’re opening up podcast archives to re-release seasons focused on some of history's most legendary rap albums. First up, we revisit Fugees’ classic , which comes in at number 15 on ’s list of the 50 Greatest Hip-Hop Albums of All Time https://consequence.net/2023/08/best-hip-hop-albums-of-all-time/. You can see the full list on Consequence, and there will be loads of artist interviews, essays, and more coming throughout the month, so make sure to check it all out at Consequence.net https://consequence.net/tag/hip-hop-50/. You can also snag some of our exclusive Hip-Hop 50 merch at the Consequence Shop https://shop.consequence.net/collections/accessories/HIP-HOP-50. Here on , we’ll also be re-releasing our season about Cypress Hill’s self-titled record, so make sure to check back every Wednesday and Friday for fresh episodes from the archives. In the Season 13 premiere, we’ll find out what it took for a group in its own artistic and personal transition to find their place at the top of the charts and on the Grammy stage as the biggest hip-hop act of 1996. Hip-hop had considerably changed from when the Fugees started recording their first album in 1992 to just three years later when they began working on their second effort. The “Golden Age'' was coming to a close, and the genre was at a crossroads. So were the Fugees, though. Coming off their critically and commercially divisive first album, 1994's , the New Jersey trio of Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean, and Pras Michel were similarly looking to reinvent themselves Join host Jill Hopkins as she dials the clock back to the mid-'90s alongside producer Jerry Wonda, Ruffhouse Records co-founders Chris Schwartz and Joe Nicolo, and rapper Psalm One.
While Billy Joel https://consequence.net/artist/billy-joel/’s last studio album was released on August 10th, 1993, it was https://consequence.net/2022/12/billy-joel-the-stranger-classic-album-review/that catapulted him to the iconic, internationally renowned venue he is happy to call home: Madison Square Garden. He first played there in 1978 and has since played there a record-shattering 133 times. Playing MSG is an accomplishment for any artist, but Joel's legacy includes selling out the iconic venue every month since 2014 -- and that's just part of what makes Billy Joel such a legend. On Episode 4 of https://lnk.to/theopus, we close out the season by taking a look at what came next for Joel after : his incredible 50+ year career, his history-making residency at Madison Square Garden, and the enormous impact he’s had on his fellow musicians. Presented by Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ and Sony Legacy, host Adam Unze speaks with Regina Spektor, Ben Folds, Bayside's Anthony Raneri, Rozzi, The Arkells' Anthony Carone, Billy Joel's biographer Fred Schruers, Ken Weinstein, and Andrew McMahon and the Wilderness Keep up to date with what's next from by liking, reviewing, and subscribing https://lnk.to/theopus wherever you get your podcasts. You can also stream and download here https://billyjoel.lnk.to/the_strangerCS, and relive Joel's 1990 concerts at Yankee Stadium with the recently released https://billyjoel.lnk.to/LiveAtYankeeStadiumCS. To catch a more modern Joel concert -- including his co-headlining tour with Stevie Nicks https://consequence.net/2022/11/stevie-nicks-billy-joel-co-headlining-concerts/ -- get tickets here https://ticketmaster.evyy.net/c/1882189/264167/4272?subId1=billy-joel&subId2=opus-ep-1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ticketmaster.com%2Fbilly-joel-tickets%2Fartist%2F735392. Fans of can show their love with an official Opus hoodie or T-Shirt https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus, available now at the Shop.
Many classic albums have a couple of minor hits, but Billy Joel https://consequence.net/artist/billy-joel/’s https://consequence.net/2022/12/billy-joel-the-stranger-classic-album-review/ is odd because it is full of hit after hit after hit. How did this happen in just about three weeks? The truth is none of the songs' paths overlapped and truths are stranger than fiction. Some of it is Billy's storytelling prowess. Some of it was the insights of his band and producer. If you would believe it, there were also some celebrity studio visitors who voice opinions. And, there was even an unlikely assist from the Catholic Church. Wild! Presented by Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ and Sony Legacy, Episode 3 of https://lnk.to/theopus dive deep into six of the stranger's biggest songs, four top 40 hits, and two fan favorites. In addition to archival interviews from the Billy Joel and Phil Ramone icons, host Adam Unze speaks with Ben Folds, Baysides' Anthony Raneri, The Arkells' Anthony Carone, and Regina Spektor. Joel's drummer Liberty DeVito, Arkells' Max Kerman, Andrew McMahon and the Wilderness, and Rozzie. You can keep up with the rest of Season 19 by liking, reviewing, and subscribing to https://lnk.to/theopus wherever you get your podcasts. You can also stream or download here https://billyjoel.lnk.to/the_strangerCS, and check out the recently released https://billyjoel.lnk.to/LiveAtYankeeStadiumCS, capturing Joel’s 1990 two-night stand at famed stadium. And, fans of can show their love with an official Opus hoodie or T-Shirt https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus, available now at the Shop. Snag tickets to Joel's upcoming concerts, including a 2023 co-headlining tour with Stevie Nicks https://consequence.net/2022/11/stevie-nicks-billy-joel-co-headlining-concerts/, here https://ticketmaster.evyy.net/c/1882189/264167/4272?subId1=billy-joel&subId2=opus-ep-1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ticketmaster.com%2Fbilly-joel-tickets%2Fartist%2F735392.
https://consequence.net/2022/12/billy-joel-the-stranger-classic-album-review/ didn't just mark https://consequence.net/artist/billy-joel/Billy Joel https://consequence.net/artist/billy-joel/’s critical breakthrough, but the beginning of a decade-long creative partnership with producer https://consequence.net/artist/phil-ramone/Phil Ramone https://consequence.net/artist/phil-ramone/. Together, the two would create some of the most lasting songs in music, and it all began with those first sessions in the summer of 1977. Joel had a specific vision for what would be his fifth studio album, and that meant finding the right person to work the boards. And he was dead set on finding the person; not even Fifth Beatle George Martin met his standards. It wasn't until Ramone -- known then for hits like "It's My Party" in the '60s and working with Paul Simon in the '70s -- expressed his enthusiasm for working with Joel's touring band that the Piano Man knew he'd found his producer. Together, they worked on capturing the energy of a Billy Joel concert on tape. With Joel's band pounding away live in studio -- leading to utterly in-the-room sound leakage -- and Ramone utilizing his innovative recording techniques, they were able to fully realize the sound that had always been in Joel's head. It was a collaborative environment that allowed the best of everyone to come out, and it led to one of the https://consequence.net/2022/09/best-albums-all-time-list/best albums in the history of music https://consequence.net/2022/09/best-albums-all-time-list/. Coming from https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ and Sony Legacy, Episode 2 of https://lnk.to/theopus https://lnk.to/theopus explores how working with Ramone helped Joel ascend to a new level of stardom. In addition to archival interviews from the two icons themselves, this episode features host Adam Unze speaking with Ben Folds, Joel's drummer Liberty DeVito, Arkells' Max Kerman, Andrew McMahon and the Wilderness, and Rozzie. Listen to the episode above, and keep up with the rest of Season 19 by https://lnk.to/theopusliking, reviewing, and subscribing to https://lnk.to/theopus wherever you get your podcasts. For more of Joel and stream or download the album here https://billyjoel.lnk.to/the_strangerCS. You can also check out the recently released https://billyjoel.lnk.to/LiveAtYankeeStadiumCS https://billyjoel.lnk.to/LiveAtYankeeStadiumCS, capturing Joel’s 1990 two-night stand at famed stadium. Fans of podcast can also pick up an official Opus hoodie or T-Shirt https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus at the Shop or by using the buy-now buttons below. You can also snag tickets to Joel's upcoming concerts, including a https://consequence.net/2022/11/stevie-nicks-billy-joel-co-headlining-concerts/2023 co-headlining tour with Stevie Nicks https://consequence.net/2022/11/stevie-nicks-billy-joel-co-headlining-concerts/, https://ticketmaster.evyy.net/c/1882189/264167/4272?subId1=billy-joel&subId2=opus-ep-1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ticketmaster.com%2Fbilly-joel-tickets%2Fartist%2F735392here https://ticketmaster.evyy.net/c/1882189/264167/4272?subId1=billy-joel&subId2=opus-ep-1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ticketmaster.com%2Fbilly-joel-tickets%2Fartist%2F735392.
https://consequence.net/2022/12/billy-joel-the-stranger-classic-album-review/ wasn't only Billy Joel https://consequence.net/artist/billy-joel/’s critical breakthrough, but it was the start of a decade-long creative partnership with producer Phil Ramone https://consequence.net/artist/phil-ramone/. Together, the two created some of the most lasting songs in music, and it all began with those first sessions in the summer of 1977. Joel had a specific vision for what would be his fifth studio album, and that meant finding the right person to work the boards. It wasn't until Ramone -- known then for hits like "It's My Party" in the '60s and working with Paul Simon in the '70s -- expressed his enthusiasm for working with Joel's touring band that the Piano Man knew he'd found his producer. Together, they captured the energy of a Billy Joel concert on tape, with Joel's band pounding away live in studio (leading to utterly in-the-room sound leakage). Add in Ramone's innovative recording techniques, and they were able to fully realize the sound that had always been in Joel's head. It was a collaborative environment that allowed the best of everyone to come out and led to one of the best albums in the history of music https://consequence.net/2022/09/best-albums-all-time-list/. Presented by Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ and Sony Legacy, Episode 2 of https://lnk.to/theopus explores how working with Ramone allowed Joel to ascend to a new level of legend. In addition to archival interviews from the two icons, host Adam Unze speaks with Ben Folds, Joel's drummer Liberty DeVito, Arkells' Max Kerman, Andrew McMahon and the Wilderness, and Rozzie. Keep up with the rest of Season 19 by liking, reviewing, and subscribing to https://lnk.to/theopus wherever you get your podcasts. You can also stream or download here https://billyjoel.lnk.to/the_strangerCS, and check out the recently released https://billyjoel.lnk.to/LiveAtYankeeStadiumCS, capturing Joel’s 1990 two-night stand at famed stadium. Fans of can show their love with an official Opus hoodie or T-Shirt https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus, available now at the Shop. Snag tickets to Joel's upcoming concerts, including a 2023 co-headlining tour with Stevie Nicks https://consequence.net/2022/11/stevie-nicks-billy-joel-co-headlining-concerts/, here https://ticketmaster.evyy.net/c/1882189/264167/4272?subId1=billy-joel&subId2=opus-ep-1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ticketmaster.com%2Fbilly-joel-tickets%2Fartist%2F735392.
was Billy Joel https://consequence.net/artist/billy-joel/'s fifth album, but in some ways, it felt like his debut because it’s the album that catapulted him to superstardom. Before its release, he’d had a radio hit with , but his genius was hampered by a string of overly slick producers who didn’t connect with his musical vision and a contract that he couldn't get out of. But all that started to change leading up to . With no hits to his name, his own wife as a manager, and a refusal to work with big-name producers, Joel finally had a chance to make an album on his own terms. After self-producing and touring with the same band, he was in perfect sync with his touring band and he had already started to work on songs for his fifth album. Then came a performance at Carnegie Hall, and a meeting with Phil Ramone the producer that finally understood what Billy was trying to do. And, thus, began falling into place. On Episode 1 of https://lnk.to/theopus host Adam Unze takes a look at the groundwork for what was to come, going through the history of his first four records to his landmark performances at Carnegie Hall, meeting Phil Ramone, and finally finding a recording process that gave creative freedom and ability to capture the magic of his live band. Joining Adam are Billy Joel, mega-producer Phil Ramone, and Billy Joel's long-time drummer Liberty Devitto, Please make sure to like, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to keep up with all new episodes of Season 19. Fans of can also pick up an official hoodie or T-shirt at the Consequence Shop https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus or via the buy-now buttons below.
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To close out this season of https://consequence.net/category/the-opus/podcast, we explore how all the reasons Alice in Chains https://consequence.net/artist/alice-in-chains/’ https://aliceinchains.lnk.to/DirtCS is considered such a classic album -- its place in the '90s Seattle scene https://consequence.net/2022/10/alice-in-chains-grunge-dirt-the-opus-episode-1/, unique sonics https://consequence.net/2022/10/alice-in-chains-dirt-the-opus-episode-2/, deeply personal lyrics https://consequence.net/2022/10/alice-in-chains-lyrics-dirt-the-opus/. -- have folded into a lasting legacy for this iconic collection that continues to impact music to this day. As the ‘90s grunge bubble burst, a new crop of bands emerged wearing their love on their sleeves. The Seattle sound gave birth to alt-rock radio, but AIC’s harder edge continued to have a presence across the charts. The band's influence can be heard throughout the rock sub-genres that have appeared over the last 30 years and in the generations of musicians that has followed. Acts as disparate as Godsmack and Alter Bridge have cited as a major inspiration, cementing its place as one rock’s most important albums. It takes a special kind of magic to maintain that hold on the cultural conversation, and it's that legacy that we explore on the season finale of . Joining host Adam Unze in this discussion of AIC's lasting influence on the charts and their fellow musicians are Mastodon's Bill Kelliher, Anthrax's Charlie Benante, City and Colour's Dallas Green, Alter Bridges' Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti, Tetrarch's Diamond Rowe, and GOON's Kenny Becker. Listen to the final episode of this season of now wherever you get your podcasts https://lnk.to/theopus. For updates on the next season of the podcast, make sure to like and subscribe to the show, and drop a review if you liked our deep dive into . Be sure to check out the Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ for information on all our shows, and snag an official hoodie or T-shirt at the Consequence Shop https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus or via the buy-now buttons below. You can also grab a copy of in physical and digital formats here https://aliceinchains.lnk.to/DirtCS.
This season on https://consequence.net/category/the-opus/, we've looked at how the band went against the grain of the Seattle scene and how they set themselves apart with their unique compositional approach. Now we peel back perhaps the most powerful layer of, https://aliceinchains.lnk.to/DirtCS: its dark, personal lyricism. Alice in Chains https://consequence.net/artist/alice-in-chains/’ Layne Stayley and Jerry Cantrell packed with deeply personal lyrics full of emotional weight. The lyrics read like journal entries, telling stories about the horrors of war, mental health struggles, intra-band conflict, and other heavy topics. And yet the songs' confessional poetry leaves ample room for interpretation, allowing fans to reexamine the words as they bend the meanings to reflect events in their own lives. In Episode 3 of , we deconstruct the lyrical genius of , discovering the ways in which the songwriters channeled their most private struggles into their very public lyrics. Joining host Adam Unze this week are Alter Bridge's Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti, Papa Roach's Jacoby Shaddix, Dallas Green of City and Colour, Anthrax's Charlie Benante, and Airbourne's Joel O'Keeffe. Listen to this episode now, and don't forget to like and review https://lnk.to/theopus and subscribe https://lnk.to/theopus wherever you get your podcasts to be notified of each new episode of Season 18. Make sure to check out the Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ for information on all our shows. Fans of can also pick up an official hoodie or T-shirt at the Consequence Shop https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus.
When you think of the Seattle Sound, certain sonic hallmarks likely come to mind. As we explore in Episode 2 of https://consequence.net/category/the-opus/: https://aliceinchains.lnk.to/DirtCShowever, Alice in Chains https://consequence.net/artist/alice-in-chains/ occupied a unique space in this musical landscape. The band didn't ease its fans into the sound of The opening notes of "Them Bones" jolt you directly into an aggressive energy and there’s barely room to catch your breath over the length of the LP. But at the heart of this sensory assault lies an intricate web of virtuoso musicianship and dynamic vocal harmonies. The chunky, muscular guitar riffs and multi-layered vocals created a sound that spurred a generation of imitators. On this episode of the music history podcast https://consequence.net/category/the-opus/, host Adam Unze dives into the unique backstory of the album's composition and discovers why its particular musical alchemy set it apart from the other monster hits of the grunge scene. Joining him on the journey are Baroness' Gina Gleason, Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante, City and Colour musician Dallas Green, Layne Ulrich of Taipei Houston (and son of Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich), and Goon's Kenny Becker and Andy Polito. Don't forget to like, review, and subscribe https://lnk.to/theopus wherever you get your podcasts to be notified of each new episode of Season 18. Also, check out the Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ for information on all our shows. Fans of can also pick up an official hoodie or T-shirt at the Consequence Shop https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus.
Alice in Chains https://consequence.net/artist/alice-in-chains/ are seen as one of the bands that helped define the hard rock era that arose from early-1990s Seattle. But at a time when the entire music industry was laser focused on the rise of grunge music, Alice in Chains sat both at the epicenter of the global movement and on its periphery. Although emerged as the Seattle sound began to dominate the charts, it sat in the middle of a grunge, metal, and hard rock Venn diagram, refusing to adhere to the confines of a single musical form. On Episode 1 of https://consequence.net/category/the-opus/, host Adam Unze takes a look at Alice in Chains both defied the burgeoning grunge scene and was an integral part of it. Joining him are Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante, Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale, City and Colour musician Dallas Green, and author Mark Yam ( https://amzn.to/3T1gsz6). Make sure to like, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to keep up with all new episodes of Season 18. Fans of can also pick up an official hoodie or T-shirt at the Consequence Shop https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus or via the buy-now buttons below.
https://consequence.net/category/cos-exclusive-features/consequence-podcast-network/the-opus/ podcast is rising out of the https://consequence.net/2022/08/alice-in-chains-dirt-vinyl-reissue/ for a new season centered on the legacy of Alice in Chains https://consequence.net/artist/alice-in-chains/’ sophomore album. Presented by the Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ and Sony, the hit music history series is back to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the genre-changing classic. Launching on October 6th, Season 18 of travels back to 1992, a time when alternative music was being pushed towards grunge, putting it in direct conflict with the metal scene. Then along came the Seattle quartet of Layne Staley, Jerry Cantrell, Sean Kinney, and Mike Starr with , an effort that took the best of both worlds and redefined hard rock for the end of the millenium. “As the Seattle sound exploded in the early ’90s, Alice in Chains created one of the decade’s darkest and most influential albums at the intersection of grunge, metal, and hard rock,” says new host Adam Unze. “They channeled their pain and grief into , a genre bending collection of electrifying songs with hooks that defined an era. I’m so excited to explore that seismic cultural shift on this new season of .” Joining Unze to trace the legacy of will be guests like Anthrax’s Charlie Benante, Bush’s Gavin Rossdale, Baroness, City and Colour’s Dallas Green, Halestorm, author Mark Yam (), and more. Together, they’ll till the soil of how Alice in Chains changed a scene, bared their souls, and moved heavy music in a new direction. Tune in when premieres on Thursday, October 6th. New episodes of the four-part season will arrive every Thursday. While you wait, revisit Alice in Chain’s classic album by streaming or downloading it here https://aliceinchains.lnk.to/DirtCS. You can also watch the band perform https://consequence.net/2022/08/alice-in-chains-kick-off-2022-tour-video-setlist/ some of the LP’s songs alongside other hits from their catalog on their current tour https://consequence.net/2022/03/alice-in-chains-breaking-benjamin-bush-2022-us-tour/, tickets for which can be found here https://ticketmaster.evyy.net/c/1882189/264167/4272?subId1=alice-in-chains&subId2=opus-announce&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ticketmaster.com%2Falice-in-chains-tickets%2Fartist%2F734408. To keep up with , subscribe now http://hyperurl.co/theopus to be notified when each new episode drops, and also revisit our 17-season archive. Also pick up an official Opus hoodie or T-Shirt https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus at the Shop.
The title of is a reference to an actual riot that broke out during a Sly and the Family Stone https://consequence.net/artist/sly-and-the-family-stone/ concert that never happened. On July 27th, 1970, Sly and his band were set to play a first-of-its-kind concert at the Petrillo Bandshell in Chicago's Grant Park. Before the Family Stone had even arrived, however, an unknown group called Fat Water had performed a three-song set -- but the crowd wasn't expecting the show to have opening acts. As the next band, The Flying Burrito Brothers, appeared on stage, the crowd hurled projectiles at them, inciting a riot that would leave 162 injured. In this final episode of https://consequence.net/category/the-opus/, we look back at the events of that day and what lead up to a Chicago riot that would change music history. Host Jill Hopkins https://twitter.com/Jillhopkins welcomes former commissioner of Chicago's Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events Mark Kelly and https://consequence.net/2021/01/sundance-review-summer-of-soul/ producer Joseph Patel to discuss the infamous moment that birthed a classic album. Check out the final episode of Season 17 now, and make sure to review, like, and subscribe to http://hyperurl.co/theopus to keep up with future seasons. fans can also pick up our official hoodie and T-shirt at the Consequence Shop https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus. In celebration of the Season 17, both items are ON SALE FOR 25% OFF! Just enter the code OPUS25 at checkout. Original music by Tony Piazza https://www.instagram.com/bones.wav/.
Record scratch! We've loved diving into the story of Sly and the Family Stone's , but some production delays have us cryin' just like a baby. We'll return with Episode 3 on February 24th, followed by the 4th and final episode on March 3rd. We apologize for the hold up, appreciate your patience, and thank you for letting us talk to ya. Stay tuned! In the meantime, make sure to like, subscribe, and rate wherever you get your podcasts.
Sly and the Family Stone https://consequence.net/artist/sly-and-the-family-stone/ did more than just write "Family Affair" -- they lived it. On Episode 3 of https://consequence.net/category/the-opus/, we dive into the family dynamics of the band and similar relationships throughout music history. There were actually four Stone relatives in the Family Stone: siblings Sly, vocalist/guitarist Freddie, vocalist/pianist Rose, and background singer Vet. While their tensions were nothing compared to, say, Oasis, there were clashes. That went double for the non-blood related Family members, especially during the period that birthed https://legacyrecordings.link/TARGOCS. In this episode of Season 17, host Jill Hopkins https://twitter.com/Jillhopkins welcomes https://consequence.net/2021/01/sundance-review-summer-of-soul/ producer Joseph Patel and music journalist/editor of to look at the Stone siblings' place in the pantheon of relatives making music together, the pros and cons of creating and doing business with family, and why sometimes it works better than others. Listen now, and make sure to like and subscribe http://hyperurl.co/theopus to to keep up with all of Season 17. You can also enter to win https://consequence.net/2022/01/sly-and-the-family-stone-vinyl-giveaway/ a Sly and the Family Stone prize pack that includes https://legacyrecordings.link/TARGOCS and the soundtrack on vinyl https://legacyrecordings.link/SOSCS, along with a brand new Sony sound system. Fan of ? Grab our official hoodie and T-shirt at the Consequence Shop https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus, now ON SALE FOR 25% OFF with the code OPUS25 at checkout. Original music by Tony Piazza https://www.instagram.com/bones.wav/.
As Season 17 Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ and Sony’s https://consequence.net/category/the-opus/, continues, we're exploring how the legacy of Sly and the Family Stone https://consequence.net/artist/sly-and-the-family-stone/’s masterpiece https://legacyrecordings.link/TARGOCS can still be heard today. Sly and the Family Stone are one of the most covered and sampled artists in all of soul music. Everyone from Jurassic 5 to Janet Jackson, *NSYNC to members of the Wu-Tang Clan have drawn inspiration from the songs on to make classics of their own. In Episode 2 of , host Jill Hopkins https://twitter.com/Jillhopkins is joined by https://consequence.net/2021/01/sundance-review-summer-of-soul/ producer Joseph Patel to discuss the artists who have long been Family Stone fans and used the group's music to supplement their own, to fantastic results. Listen now, then like and subscribe to wherever you get your podcasts. Plus, you can enter to win https://consequence.net/2022/01/sly-and-the-family-stone-vinyl-giveaway/ a Sly and the Family Stone prize pack that includes and the soundtrack on vinyl, along with a brand new sound system courtesy of Sony. Fans of can also snag an official hoodie or T-shirt at the Consequence Shop https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus, ON SALE FOR 25% OFF! Use the code OPUS25. Original music by Tony Piazza https://www.instagram.com/bones.wav/.
https://consequence.net/category/the-opus/ is back, kicking off Season 17 of the Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ and Sony’s music history podcast by exploring how Sly and the Family Stone https://consequence.net/artist/sly-and-the-family-stone/’s iconic https://legacyrecordings.link/TARGOCS was at the vanguard of a soul revolution. Released in 1971, the album ushered in a more mature sound for soul music. It served as the link between the late-'60s psychedelic movement and the burgeoning aggressive turn in funk, a sound that would become popularized throughout the decade. In Episode 1 of , host Jill Hopkins https://twitter.com/Jillhopkins and her guests Carlos Santana, https://consequence.net/2021/01/sundance-review-summer-of-soul/ producer Joseph Patel, and music journalist Steve Huey discuss the cultural change the album instigated and how it contributed to the funky stylings that would become a signature of the era. Listen now, and make sure to like and subscribe to wherever you get your podcasts. Also, enter to win https://consequence.net/2022/01/sly-and-the-family-stone-vinyl-giveaway/ a Sly and the Family Stone prize pack that includes and the soundtrack on vinyl, along with a brand new Sony sound system. Fans of the series can also snag an official hoodie or T-shirt at the Consequence Shop https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus, ON SALE FOR 25% OFF! Use the code OPUS25. Original music by Tony Piazza https://www.instagram.com/bones.wav/.
Pearl Jam https://consequence.net/artist/pearl-jam/ bassist Jeff Ament once stated that "essentially https://consequence.net/2021/08/pearl-jam-ten-review/was just an excuse to tour." The band clearly just wanted some material to play on the road, as their first tour kicked off just after they'd completed mixing sessions for their debut album; the record wasn't even released yet. The tour -- PJ's only with drummer Matt Chamberlain -- was a short one focusing on the East Coast and Midwest. It wrapped up in Chicago at the famed Cabaret Metro with a concert that is still legendary among Pearl Jam fans. After that Metro gig on July 21st, 1991, the band took a break as they prepared for the release of . The album arrived a month later on August 27th, and by September, Pearl Jam returned for a world tour as one of the newly crowned kings of '90s rock. In this episode of Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ and Sony’s http://hyperurl.co/theopus, we go back to The Metro to relive that final show of Pearl Jam's first tour so we can see a band on the brink of decades-long stardom. Joining host Jill Hopkins on this trip back in time is none other than The Metro's founder, Joe Shanahan. Subscribe now http://hyperurl.co/theopus to stay up-to-date on future seasons of . Also, make sure to support our show and the Consequence Podcast Network by picking up an official hoodie or T-shirt at the Consequence Shop https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus.
yielded (no pun intended, Pearl Jam fans) three enduring hit singles: "Alive," "Even Flow," and "Jeremy." But here on Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ and Sony’s http://hyperurl.co/theopus, we focus on the legacy of the entire album -- and the real meat of is on the non-single tracks. The band has opened shows with the record's final track, "Release," ever since the original tour. "Oceans" features some of the most unusual percussion arrangements on any hard rock track of the era. And the label wanted to release "Black" as a single, but the band refused. On Episode 3 of , we dig into the songs we haven't been hearing on the radio over the last 30 years, and find out why they've become so beloved to Pearl Jam's legions of fans. Listen now, and make sure you subscribe t http://hyperurl.co/theopuso keep up with all episodes of Season 16 of . Also, show your love of our show by picking up an official hoodie or T-shirt at the Consequence Shop https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus. Original music by Tony Piazza https://www.instagram.com/bones.wav/.
While Season 16 of the Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ and Sony’s http://hyperurl.co/theopus focuses on the unparalleled musical legacy , it's important to note of Pearl Jam https://consequence.net/artist/pearl-jam/ has been defined as much by their visuals as their sound. On Episode 2, we explore how bassist Jeff Ament https://consequence.net/artist/jeff-ament/ not only contributed to the band's sonics, but their imagery as well. Subscribe now http://hyperurl.co/theopus so you can listen to all episodes of Season 16 of . Also, pick yourself up one of our official Opus hoodies or T-shirts at the Consequence Shop https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus. Original music by Tony Piazza https://www.instagram.com/bones.wav/.
The series of events that had to happen to have even exist is wild. Jeff Ament and Stone Gossard were in Green River, but they broke up. Then, they were in a pysch-garage band called Mother Love Bone, whose singer, Andrew Wood, died right before their first album was released. The two of them, and a couple of members of Soundgarden put out a tribute album for Andrew, and this singer they’d heard about from Jack Irons, - the drummer from the Red Hot Chili Peppers - guested on one of the tracks. He’d gotten a copy of some demos Stone and Jeff were working on, wrote lyrics for it, sang over it, and sent it back. The guys liked it, so they hired him to sing in their new band. That song was “Hunger Strike”, that tribute was Temple of the Dog, that guest singer was Eddie Vedder, and that new band was Pearl Jam https://consequence.net/artist/pearl-jam/. This is all only scratching the surface of the strange series of events that had to occur for to come into existence. In this debut episode of , host Jill Hopkins https://twitter.com/Jillhopkins is joined by The Gaslight Anthem's Brian Fallon, AllMusic's Stephen Thomas Erlewine, and Museum of Pop Culture curator Jacob McMurray to trace the unlikely origins of one of the biggest bands of all time. Subscribe now http://hyperurl.co/theopus so you can check out all episodes of Season 16 of . Also, grab yourself an official Opus hoodie or T-Shirt at the Consequence Shop https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus. Original music by Tony Piazza https://www.instagram.com/bones.wav/.
Season 15 of Consequence Podcast Network https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ and Sony’s http://hyperurl.co/theopus comes to its conclusion on a high point as we explore how Cypress Hill https://consequence.net/artist/cypress-hill/ put weed rap on the map. Within a few months of its release, the impact of and the subject matter of some of the raps therein was apparent. Other rappers started writing songs that expanded more on the glory of marijuana. While we think of Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre as pioneers in the art of weed rap, it’s often forgotten that Dre once bragged on record about never smoking weed. But, after Cypress Hill lifted their veil of smoke, Dre got to work on an album called . And Cypress Hill’s cannabis candidness wasn’t just relegated to their raps, either. The group became outspoken advocates for the legalization of marijuana, ushering in a new era of pot positivity that Cypress Hill are still pushing forward to this very day.
ON THE PREVIOUS EPISODE OF CONSEQUENCE PODCAST NETWORK https://consequence.net/category/consequence-podcast-network/ AND SONY'S http://hyperurl.co/theopus SEASON 15, WE EXPLORED THE CHEMISTRY BETWEEN THE VOICES OF CYPRESS HILL https://consequence.net/artist/cypress-hill/’S B-REAL https://consequence.net/artist/b-real/ AND SEN DOG https://consequence.net/artist/sen-dog/. IN EPISODE 3, WE LOOK AT THE UNIQUE ALCHEMY OF THEIR BEATS. THE PLACE WHERE ROCK AND METAL MEET HAS ALWAYS BEEN A PART OF CYPRESS HILL'S SONIC AND CULTURAL IDENTITY. SEN DOG'S FIRST CONCERT WAS THRASH-METAL BAND SLAYER; THAT BAND'S DRUMMER, DAVE LOMBARDO (WHO, LIKE SEN, IS CUBAN-AMERICAN), WAS HIS HIGH-SCHOOL FRIEND. AT THE END OF "HOW I COULD JUST KILL A MAN," SOMEONE QUOTES SUICIDAL TENDENCIES' "INSTITUTIONALIZED." CYPRESS HILL'S SOUND HAD ITS ORIGINS AS MUCH IN HARD ROCK AS IT DID WITH LATIN FUNK. THE GROUP PUT THEIR GUITAR-BASED INFLUENCES UNDER EVERY ONE OF THEIR RAPS. IN THIS EPISODE, HOST JILL HOPKINS https://twitter.com/Jillhopkins AND HER GUESTS TALK ABOUT THAT INTERSECTION BETWEEN ROCK AND HIP-HOP, AND EXAMINE HOW OTHER ARTISTS FOUND THEMSELVES AT THE CENTER OF THE VENN DIAGRAM CYPRESS HILL FIRST DREW. ORIGINAL MUSIC BY TONY PIAZZA https://www.instagram.com/bones.wav/. SUBSCRIBE NOW http://hyperurl.co/theopus SO YOU CAN KEEP UP ON ALL THE NEW EPISODES. ALSO, KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR A SPECIAL GIVEAWAY IN THE COMING WEEKS TO CONTINUE THE CELEBRATION OF THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF . ALSO, GRAB YOURSELF AN OFFICIAL OPUS HOODIE OR T-SHIRT https://store.consequence.net/collections/the-opus AT THE SHOP OR USING THE BUY-NOW BUTTONS BELOW.
