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Joan Jett – Bad Reputation

Joan Jett – Bad Reputation: When Darren’s November pick of Elvis Presley’s self-titled debut had him reflecting on his first-ever album, it got me thinking: what was mine? After a stroll down memory lane, I landed on Joan Jett’s Bad Reputation. Released in 1980, this debut solo album marked Jett’s transition from The Runaways to solo stardom, paving the way for her legendary career in rock ‘n’ roll.I received this cassette for my 9th birthday in August 1982. At first, I was disappointed—it wasn’t Jett’s I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll, the album I’d actually requested. But after listening to Bad Reputation a few times, I was hooked. Classics like “Bad Reputation” and “Do Ya Wanna Touch” have stuck with me ever since.Now, decades later, I’m revisiting this album to see how it holds up and what it still has to say. Join me as I take a fresh listen to the music that first introduced me to the rebellious spirit of rock.

Review of Elvis Presley: Self Titled

Take a Musical Journey with the King: Elvis Presley’s Debut Album

What made Elvis Presley the undisputed King of Rock ‘n’ Roll? This month on The Sonic Collective, the team dives into the groundbreaking self-titled debut album that launched Elvis into stardom. Released in 1956, this record is a time capsule of raw energy and revolutionary sound that forever changed the music landscape.

Ready to shake, rattle, and roll? Don’t miss this nostalgic and insightful episode dropping the first week of December 2024! Check it out at thesoniccollective.com and join the conversation.

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Elvis Presley – Self-Titled

My favourite album I remember as a kid was a K-Mart compilation album I got that was all Elvis Presley hits. I do remember the big hit on that was ‘Teddy Bear’, which funny enough isn’t on this album I’m about to pick. just loved it I mean it was really fun rock music and this was 1975.I want you to take a musical journey back to the beginning of the Elvis era with us this month. The music from that era was so fun. So listen along and then watch for the episode the first week of December 2024 to hear what the group thought of this iconic album that kicked off a career that is still resonating in popular culture. It’s time to dive in to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll!

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10-years of The Sonic Collective: A Look Back

This month, we celebrate 10 years of musical discovery at The Sonic Collective. During an upcoming round table discussion, we’ll consider our top 3 and bottom 3 albums, most surprising discoveries, favorite introduced albums, bands or albums we had no idea of prior to this journey, and how the experience has changed the way we listen to music.

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Review: How Deftones’ White Pony influenced Sleep Token’s Sundowning

In this episode, Darren, Scott C, Alain, and Scott G close out our series of four special episodes where we select two feature albums and discuss how one may have been influenced by the other in some form. The twist this time is new kids Stone Temple Pilots might have influenced Def Leppard, comparing the albums Purple and Slang. Is there a connection?

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This Album Influenced That Album – Stone Temple Pilots Influenced Def Leppard

This month, we round out our four-part series exploring how some albums influence others by seeing if the Stone Temple Pilots influenced Def Leppard. Sometimes bands with careers that span decades aren’t just the influencers, but take inspiration from new genres and newer bands smashing it in them. When Def Leppard decided to get into the grunge and alt rock scene in the 90s, did Scott Weiland and crew influence them? Let’s find out.

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Review: How Deftones’ White Pony influenced Sleep Token’s Sundowning

In this episode, Darren, Scott C, Alain, and Scott G embark on our third of four special episodes where we select two feature albums and discuss how one may have been influenced by the other in some form. Up for discussion: Alain chose to feature Deftones’ third album from 2000, White Pony and Sleep Token’s debut album from 2019, Sundowning.

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How The Rolling Stones Influenced The Black Crowes

In this review, we explore how The Black Crowes’ The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion may have been influenced by The Rolling Stones’ Exile on Main St. Released 20 years apart, both albums share a southern, bluesy, and soulful sound, with striking similarities in their pacing and musical journey. While some of us favored The Black Crowes, we all appreciated the deep connections between these two classic albums. Listen to our conversation and share your thoughts on these timeless records.

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This Album Influenced That Album – Deftones Influenced Sleep Token

This month, we explore how the Deftones influenced Sleep token in the third of our four-part series exploring albums that sound like they were influenced by other albums. Or perhaps, more broadly, bands that sound like they were influenced by other bands, focusing on an album from each band that demonstrates the similarities.

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How Bad Brains Influenced The Foo Fighters

Join Darren Scott, Scott Coates, Alain Dupuis, and Scott Gregory on the Sonic Collective, a podcast where each month they dive deep into a different album or musical concept. This episode kicks off with a Canada Day celebration and takes you on a fascinating journey into how Bad Brains’ 1983 album “Rock for Light” influenced Dave Grohl and the Foo Fighters. Darren introduces the concept of exploring albums that have shaped other artists, revealing why Grohl cites Bad Brains as a major influence. Scott Gregory discovers the unique blend of hardcore punk and reggae in “Rock for Light,” appreciating the band’s raw energy and impact. Scott Coates was surprised by the varying songs and sounds from Bad Brains, and questioned if he was listening to the same album. Alain reflects on the Foo Fighters’ debut, noting its raw sound and Grohl’s incredible musicianship, recorded solo in just a week. The episode concludes with a discussion on Bad Brains’ legacy, breaking racial stereotypes, and enriching the listeners’ understanding of musical evolution and influence. Tune in for personal insights and a new appreciation for some of the greatest music of all time.

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