Another Unnecessary List- PitchForks best Albums from the last 25 years

Saying goodbye to a simpler age, we step into a vibrant discussion about Paul and the Tall Trees, whose music has the swagger of a Tarantino score. It's a reflection of times when discovery was a live, unmediated thrill—a reminder of the sheer joy of stumbling upon a new favorite sound in a crowded room. From there, we orbit around the Pitchfork readers' choice of the 200 best albums, an odyssey through time that resurrects the ghosts of CDs past and the tactile allure of vinyl. Brian, the artistic genius behind our branding, gets his due as we fold in tales of personal endurance, like the cathartic slog of half marathons, and the changes life throws our way.The heart of our chat beats to the rhythm of a heated debate over music rankings, where the fervor of Pearl Jam's fanbase clashes with the subjective nature of rating art. We explore the hip-hop landscape, tipping our hats to Kendrick Lamar's genius while admitting our hearts still beat strongest for the '90s classics. The strains of The Strokes echo through our conversation on the NYC indie scene, and we're not shy about questioning the scarcity of groundbreaking female artists in those top album lists. The raw emotion of Radiohead's 'In Rainbows' sweeps us up in a discussion that's as much about the resonance of music as it is about cultural critique.As the episode winds down, we swerve into a contemplative lane, musing on the emotional heft of albums like David Bowie's 'Blackstar', and the enduring anthems of the White Stripes, which seem to transcend time itself. With an eye on the rearview mirror, we reminisce about cult films like "Mallrats" and their quirky soundtracks, before I share a slice of my world—from the thrill of live music to the personal challenges and triumphs of marathon running. So, whether you're jogging to the beat or simply soaking in the soundscapes, join us, Anthony and the ever-talented Brian, for an episode that dances through the cultural fabric of our lives.www.TheTouringFanLive.commedia@TheTouringFanLive.Comwww.facebook.com/TheTouringFanLiveInstagram-@TheTouringFanLiveCopyright The Touring Fan Live 2022