Bill & Tony’s Excellent Adventure In Music

Exile in Guyville by Liz Phair – Album Review Bill & Tony head back to the ‘90s to unpack Exile in Guyville, Liz Phair’s raw, fearless, and game-changing 1993 debut. Part confessional, part confrontation, and all attitude, this album shook up indie rock, challenged expectations, and made some guys in “Guyville” squirm. Was this a track-by-track response to Exile on Main St. or something even bolder? How did a lo-fi demo from a Chicago bedroom become one of the most celebrated albums of the decade? And does this brutally honest record still hit as hard in 2025?   In this episode: Our personal memories of discovering Liz Phair A look at what else was happening in music and culture in ’93 The making of Exile, 4-track tapes, Matador Records, and indie DIY energy Track-by-track breakdown and the Song Draft Final thoughts: Is Guyville still a must-listen? 🎙️ Candid, clever, and completely unfiltered, Liz Phair kicked the door open with Exile in Guyville, and we’re here to celebrate every gritty, glorious minute of it.   📱 Connect with Bill & Tony: Website: https://billandtonypod.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billandtonypod/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/BillandTonypod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/billndtonypod Email: [email protected] | [email protected]   🎧 Listen to the album:Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/exile-in-guyville-2018-remaster/1589236833 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/7sCpW2cLGcRk1zf9zi0Yqd Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/albums/B07BFKHYHW   🔗 Bonus Links for Liz Phair Fans: 1993 in History: https://www.history.com/a-year-in-history/1993 Exile in Guyville Album Page: https://www.lizphair.net/discography/albums/exile-in-guyville/ Pitchfork’s Review Retrospective: https://bit.ly/4kIRTo7 Liz Phair Look-Back Interview: https://bit.ly/3HirGyx Girly Show: The History of Exile in Guyville: https://bit.ly/43NM4PM The Story of Exile in Guyville: https://bit.ly/3SZHUyX

Guns N' Roses – Appetite for Destruction Welcome to the jungle, baby! Bill & Tony are diving headfirst into Guns N’ Roses’ Appetite for Destruction — the 1987 debut that exploded onto the scene with grit, swagger, and some of the most unforgettable riffs in rock history. We’re talking Paradise City dreams, Nightrain rides, and the firestorm behind a band that made chaos look cool. What made Appetite such a game-changer? And does this album still hold up after nearly four decades? In this episode: Our teenage memories of discovering Appetite What else was everyone playing on repeat  in 1987 Behind-the-scenes madness, trivia & GNR lore Track-by-track breakdown and our epic song draft Final thoughts: Is this still the most dangerous debut in rock? 🎸 Big guitars. Big attitude. Big trouble. Join us as we revisit the album that made the Sunset Strip shake and gave rock its edge back. 📱 Connect with Bill & Tony: Website: https://billandtonypod.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billandtonypod/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/BillandTonypod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/billndtonypod Email: [email protected] | [email protected] 🎧 Listen to the album: Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/appetite-for-destruction/1377813284 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/28yHV3Gdg30AiB8h8em1eW Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/albums/B07CQ8B47B 🔗 Bonus Links for GNR Fans: 1987 in History: https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/year/1987 16 Appetite Facts: https://bit.ly/3EbHWQu 30 More Appetite Facts: https://ihr.fm/3DZkB4w Axl ‘Out Ta Get Me’: https://bit.ly/3DU0yod Erin Everly Story: https://bit.ly/3Rr5zYo Original Cover Art: https://bit.ly/3ZAD9zw Vocal Ranges: https://www.concerthotels.com/worlds-greatest-vocal-ranges “It’s So Easy” Video: https://youtu.be/FMbl1ntpIXQ?si=wGaUTbqj0ooO3Wih

Bill and Tony are ready to pour some sugar on Def Leppard's Hysteria! It's not just another album review; it's a 'Rocket' ride through the 1987 masterpiece that defined an era. We're sharing our 'Animal' instincts, uncovering long-forgotten stories, and exploring if this album truly deserves 'Love and Affection'. From the dueling guitar magic of Phil Collen and Steve Clark to the 'Pour Some Sugar on Me' tales, we're unpacking the album that topped the charts and rocked the world. Join Bill and Tony as they crank up the volume to explore the Hysteria album legacy. Another rockin' adventure awaits! Connect with Bill & Tony:  Website: https://billandtonypod.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billandtonypod/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/BillandTonypod Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/billndtonypod Email: [email protected]  |  [email protected] Interesting Links: 1987 - This Year in History: https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/year/1987 Def Leppard’s ‘Hysteria’: 10 Things You Didn’t Know: http://bit.ly/4hLEdXD Def Leopard Seekis Enlightenment on Hysteria: https://bit.ly/43PNaw3 7 Facts About Def Leppard You May Not Have Known: https://bit.ly/4hU7nnM Beavis and Butthead - Animal: https://youtu.be/UndLd9hbGRI?si=gCga9gR0cygCKKgd Def Leppard’s Joe Elliott: My Life in 15 Songs: https://bit.ly/4caELFf Album Links Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/hysteria/1440903625 Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/album/1ja2qzCrh6bZykcojbZs82 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/albums/B078VS76QV

Bill and Tony are ready to find out 'Why Can't This Be Love' for Van Halen's '5150'! It's not just another album review; it's a 'Best of Both Worlds' deep dive into the Hagar era. We're sharing our 'Dreams' of 1986, uncovering studio secrets, and exploring if this was truly a 'Summer Nights' triumph. Did the shift to Sammy Hagar 'Get Up' and redefine Van Halen, or was it a natural evolution? From Eddie's guitar magic to the 'Love Walks In' stories, we're unpacking the album that topped the charts. Join Bill and Tony as they crank up the volume to explore the '5150' album legacy. Another rockin' adventure awaits! Connect with Bill & Tony:  Website: https://billandtonypod.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billandtonypod/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/BillandTonypod Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/billndtonypod Email: [email protected]  |  [email protected] Interesting Links: 1986 - This Year in History: https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/year/1986 Van Halen: How Millions United, Then Destroyed: https://www.forbes.com/sites/adammorganstern/2017/07/21/van-halen-how-millions-united-then-destroyed-americas-biggest-rock-band/ 20 Interesting Facts about Van Halen’s 5150: https://933theeagle.iheart.com/content/2017-03-24-20-facts-to-celebrate-31-years-of-van-halens-5150/ Van Halen Sammy Hagar Era Begins: https://ultimateclassicrock.com/van-halen-5150/ Replacing David Lee Roth: https://www.loudersound.com/features/van-halen-sammy-hagar-5150 Daryl Hall Turned Down Van Halen: https://loudwire.com/daryl-hall-turned-down-van-halen-david-lee-roth-replacement/ Tonechaser Book: https://www.tonechaserbook.com/ Album Links Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/5150-remastered/1708662989 Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/album/1HzO2LvKXM5xnLbACyZ0EO Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0CJMWR5X4

Bill and Tony take it to the IMAX for 'Becoming Led Zeppelin'! Did the legendary band's early days truly come to life on the giant screen? From the band interviews to the early concert footage to the behind-the-scenes glimpses, Bill and Tony are digging deep. They're exploring the raw energy and musical magic that fueled Zeppelin's rise. Did the IMAX format amplify the experience, or was it the music itself that truly commanded the room? Join Bill and Tony as they discuss the movie that tells the story of this iconic band's journey. Another cinematic adventure awaits! Email Us:  [email protected] [email protected] Social Media: Instagram: billandtonypod Twitter: @billandtonypod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/billndtonypod Bill & Tony Led Zeppelin IV Podcast: click here   Interesting Links Becoming Led Zeppelin web page: click here Rotten Tomatoes for Becoming Led Zeppelin: click here