In the latest edition of our "Another Listen" series, we take a second look at John Lennon's most controversial album, 1972's "Some Time in New York City." Did it deserve the lukewarm critical and commercial reception it received? How has it aged almost 50 years later?  Select links mentioned in this episode: John Lennon Commemorative Stamps for International Day of Peace and 50th Anniversary of Imagine:  https://www.unstamps.org/shop/john-lennon   New Video for "Drum Together" for Why Hunger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zio72R2Nmw   talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7rNO8_kPBH-caQH9vzNe8A

Talk More Talk: A Solo Beatles Videocast

Episode 75: Another Listen: John Lennon‘s Some Time in New York City

In this episode, we take a close look at Ringo Starr's latest EP.  Plus Ken Michaels shares the latest news. What do you think of the new record?    talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7rNO8_kPBH-caQH9vzNe8A

Episode 74: Ringo ”Changes the World” with New EP

We're back with a new episode, this time celebrating the 40th (!) anniversary of Ringo Starr's album "Stop and Smell the Roses." We explore its singles, videos, and much more.    talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7rNO8_kPBH-caQH9vzNe8A

Episode 73: Ringo Starr‘s Stop and Smell the Roses, 40 Years Later

Talk More Talk digs deep into the 50th Anniversary Edition of "All Things Must Pass," and you're invited! 2Legs cohost Andy Nicholes joins us as we discuss the remixes, outtakes, demos, and much more. Plus Ken Michaels shares exciting news about the numerous Beatles and solo releases coming in Fall 2021.   talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7rNO8_kPBH-caQH9vzNe8A    

Episode 72: Celebrating "All Things Must Pass" 50th Anniversary Edition!

We are delighted to welcome back TMT member Ken Womack and past guest Jason Kruppa to discuss their new book "All Things Must Pass Away: Harrison, Clapton, and Other Assorted Love Songs." Join us as we discuss their look at George Harrison and Eric Clapton's unique friendship and creative partnership.     @talkmoretalk1  talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com www.talkmoretalk.com https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast  

Episode 71: Interview with Authors Ken Womack and Jason Kruppa

The much anticipated documentary "McCartney 3,2,1" finally debuted on Hulu, featuring producer Rick Rubin interviewing Paul McCartney about his life in music. We review the six episodes, discussing their strengths and weaknesses, and want to hear YOUR thoughts! Plus Ken Michaels shares the latest news, and we review the new video for the McCartney III Imagined track "Find My Way." @talkmoretalk1  talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com www.talkmoretalk.com https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast  

Episode 70: Talk More Talk 3, 2, 1!

We're back to kick off our "MACCA-Month" with another listen to Paul McCartney's 1983 LP. Is it fair to call it a collection of "Tug of War leftovers," or is it an under-appreciated work?   @talkmoretalk1  talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com www.talkmoretalk.com https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast  

Episode 69: Another Listen: Pipes of Peace

Considering all the albums the Beatles released during their solo careers, what was the greatest "one-two punch"--that is, two strong albums released sequentially--from each artist? For this episode, we will each select the best "one-two punches" from each Beatle, and why.  Plus Ken Michaels returns and shares his thoughts on Ringo Starr's "Bad Boy," and we discuss the news on the "Get Back" documentary and the upcoming "All Things Must Pass" box set. @talkmoretalk1  talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com www.talkmoretalk.com https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast  

Episode 68: One-Two Punch! Best Albums Released in a Row from the Same Beatle

Our occasional series "Another Listen" returns as we reexamine "Bad Boy," the 1978 album that was a critical and commercial disappointment upon its release. Did it deserve its harsh judgement? Popular guest Al Sussman pinch hits for Ken Michaels to help us reassess this album.   @talkmoretalk1  alkmoresolotalk@gmail.com www.talkmoretalk.com https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast    

Episode 67: Another Listen: Ringo Starr - "Bad Boy"

Talk More Talk is delighted to welcome Fernando Perdomo, co-producer of the album "Ram On: The 50th Anniversary Tribute to Paul & Linda McCartney’s Ram." We discuss how Perdomo, along with original Ram drummer Denny Seiwell, selected the artists for the project, the recording process, and much more.   @talkmoretalk1 talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com www.talkmoretalk.com https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast  

Episode 66: Ram On! TMT Talks with Producer Fernando Perdomo

In this episode, we explore the huge John Lennon & the Plastic Ono Band box set.  We discuss its strengths and weaknesses, share our favorite tracks, and compare it to other releases in both the John Lennon and Paul McCartney archives.  Plus Ken Michaels shares the latest news.     @talkmoretalk1 talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com www.talkmoretalk.com https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast  

Episode 65: Exploring the John Lennon & Plastic Ono Band Box Set

Do the three existing "best of" George Harrison compilations properly represent his body of work? We explore the three albums, rate their strengths and weaknesses, and propose what we'd like to see in a future compilation.    @talkmoretalk1 talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com www.talkmoretalk.com   https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast      

Episode 64: George Harrison Greatest Hits Compilations

We're back and ready for a new challenge: choose 15 songs from Paul McCartney's albums (and songs from movie soundtracks) from 2000-2020 for a fictional compilation album. Think of it as "Pure McCartney, Part II." Each of us will share our picks (five at a time). What are your choices?  https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7rNO8_kPBH-caQH9vzNe8A @talkmoretalk1 talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com www.talkmoretalk.com  

Episode 63: Paul McCartney's Best 2000-2020

TMT Hosts Ken Womack and Kit O'Toole discuss their new book Fandom and the Beatles: The Act You've Known for All These Years. The book features chapters by prominent scholars about all aspects of fandom, from tribute bands to social media to fan fiction.   Copies available through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Oxford University Press.

Extra: KEN WOMACK AND KIT O'TOOLE DISCUSS THEIR NEW BOOK "FANDOM AND THE BEATLES"

In this episode we review his brand-new EP and discuss his news concerning his 2022 tour and autumn EP. Plus Ken Michaels shares all the other latest news.   https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7rNO8_kPBH-caQH9vzNe8A www.talkmoretalk.com @talkmoretalk1 talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com

Episode 62: "'Zoom In" on Ringo!

Talk More Talk is a videocast analyzing the solo catalog of the Beatles. The biweekly program features engaging discussion, interviews, audience Q&A, and much more. Hosted by Tom Hunyady, Ken Michaels, Kit O'Toole, Mean Mr. Mayo, and Ken Womack.

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