Milk Crates and Turntables. A Music Discussion Podcast
Milk Crates and Turntables is a Music Discussion Podcast. Each week Scott chooses a different music topic and discuss and debate the good, the bad and the ugly side of that particular topic. Maybe you'll agree or maybe you'll disagree. Listen in and find out.
Episodes
190 episodes
Ep. 203 - From Skid Row Gossip To The Origins Of Mr. Brightside
We celebrate 203 by leaning into what keeps us steady: music, honesty, and the live-wire chat. Hot takes on “legendary” labels, deep cuts that deserve daylight, and why Mr. Brightside still hits like the first time.• calling the stream ...
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Episode 203
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58:55
Ep. 202 - Snorting Cupcakes, Skipping “Imagine,” And Other Honest Music Takes
We riff on how 1969 quietly engineered the 70s, why certain “boomer graduation” songs feel like revisionist history, and what Steely Dan actually meant. We also rank rock films that defined the look of music and spotlight four classics written ...
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Episode 202
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1:00:17
Ep. 201 - 201 Episodes And Still Loud
We mark 201 episodes with a fast, loud tour through the songs and stories that stick: the 20th century’s most played tracks, 1984’s turning points, and a fresh fight over who gets paid when the stream never stops. Along the way we defend underl...
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Episode 201
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59:32
Ep. 191 - From Oasis To AI: What Shook Music And What’s Next
We trade New Year jabs, swap home jam stories, and then dive into the state of music: tours, meltdowns, AI, and why some shows still matter more than numbers. It’s a fast hour of sharp takes, live-show nostalgia, and a few friendly punches....
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Episode 191
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1:04:25
Ep. 190 - A No-BS Year-End Tour Through Bands, Breakups, Comebacks, And Loss
A raw New Year’s Eve review of 2025 in music, from surprise “reunions” and messy breakups to the legends we lost and the awards that missed the mark. We share stories, call out the industry’s blind spots, and chart what still gives rock its pul...
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Episode 190
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1:00:48
We Revisit Reunions, Breakups, Awards, And The Legends We Lost To Make Sense Of 2025 In Music
A loose, late-night New Year’s Eve rewind of 2025 in music, from wild reunions and messy breakups to the losses that hit hardest and the awards that rang hollow. We talk plainly about fan respect, legacy weight, and why some moments lit up whil...
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Episode 189
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1:00:48
Ep. 188 - The Cars, Covers, And The Sound Of The Seventies
We riff through The Cars’ catalog, defend Ben Orr’s legacy, and stress why Candy O and Panorama still reward deep listens. We test a stack of California Dreamin’ covers, revisit 60s pillars like CCR and Hendrix, and salvage “forgotten” 70s and ...
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Episode 188
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1:02:20
Ep. 187 - Music News Reactions, KISS Guitar Drama, And The 15 Best One-Word Horror Movies
We go live, shake off tech gremlins, and dive into a sharp, funny tour through music headlines, a KISS guitar legacy check, and a Halloween-ready sprint through one-word horror greats. Along the way, we debate what “legendary” really means and ...
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Episode 187
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1:06:16
Ep. 186 - What happens when nostalgia meets new tours and old grudges?
We trace a wild line from hip‑hop sampling and 70s rock hooks to a brand‑new supergroup, a fiery takedown of residency culture, a riff‑detective dive into Paranoid, and the unsung glue of Michael Anthony. We end on boomer one‑hit wonders and wh...
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Episode 186
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1:13:02
Ep. 185 - Music News, Overplayed Classics, and Prog Rock Deep Dives...Sort Of.
This week I dive into music news solo, covering Aerosmith's uncertain future, overplayed yet undeniably great 90s songs, and an exhaustive history of progressive rock that might have tested everyone's patience.• Steven Tyler "just doesn...
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Episode 185
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57:49
Ep. 184 - Music Legends, Tour Cancellations, and Memorable Album Openers
We dive into music news and controversy, examining the recent Steve Miller Band tour cancellation that blamed "extreme weather" while evidence suggests poor ticket sales were the real reason.• Exploring Ozzy Osbourne's musical legacy th...
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Episode 184
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1:01:32
Ep. 183 - Music News, Steve Miller Cancels Tour, Some of Rocks BIGGEST Album Failures
We jump into the absurdity of Steve Miller Band canceling all upcoming tour dates, supposedly due to "extreme weather events," while exposing this as a likely cover for poor ticket sales.• Steve Miller's weather excuse includes potentia...
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Episode 183
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1:01:38
Ep. 182 - From Grunge to Pop: The Cultural Shifts of 90s Music
We explore the recent revelation of an AI-generated rock band called The Velvet Sundown that gained over one million Spotify listeners before announcing they weren't real, raising questions about artistic creation and authenticity in the music ...
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Episode 182
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1:11:16
Ep. 177 - Back in the Groove
Scott returns to the podcast after taking time off following his brother's death, reconnecting with Jack to discuss music, streaming services, and political commentary from aging rock stars.• Scott opens up about his brother's passing a...
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Episode 177
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56:55
Ep.175 - Music News Breakdown: Legends, Lawsuits, and Lost Albums
The music world never stops generating compelling stories, from legendary rockers facing mortality to controversial reunions and disturbing allegations.• Johnny Rotten refuses to rejoin what he calls the "woke Sex Pistols," claiming the...
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Episode 175
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56:19
Ep. 173 - Ticket Chaos, and the Hidden World of Library Music
This episode uncovers the fascinating world of library music, a genre that has unknowingly influenced many aspects of our auditory experiences. We discuss its definition, historical context, and the remarkable ways in which it has shaped not ju...
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Ep. 170 - Exploring My Top 10 Essential Albums
After years of collecting vinyl records, I found myself on a musical journey that led me to the top 10 essential albums everyone should experience. Join me as I reflect on what makes an album essential and distinguish it from personal favorites...
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Episode 170
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1:06:23
Ep. 169 - Top 10 Global Music Genres
What happens when your trusty co-host bails on you last minute? Well, you embrace the chaos and steer the ship solo! Join me, Scott McLean, as I embark on an unexpected adventure through the global soundscape without my usual partner-in-crime, ...
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Episode 169
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1:28:22