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Tape Spaghetti

Blake Wyland & Scott Marquart

Welcome to Tape Spaghetti—where music history gets tangled. Hosts Blake Wyland and Scott Marquart dive into the wildest, weirdest, and most unexpected stories from the music industry. From legendary feuds to bizarre scandals, insane characters… and even murder! On this show we unravel the chaos behind the songs you love, the musicians you know, and stories that you need to hear.

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All Episodes

73:40

Dead Puppies, Fish Heads & Bologna: How Dr. Demento...

Tape Spaghetti ·

2025/06/03

Before TikTok trends, YouTube parodies, and silly podcasts (present company excluded), there was Dr. Demento—the godfather of gloriously goofy music.In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott explore the madcap legacy of the airwave anarchist who championed cultural absurdity and without whom we might never have had Weird Al Yankovic. What’s the power of parody and the social value of silliness? As the guys discover, novelty songs are more than just punchlines — they’re portals into the

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70:47

The Miracle of ACDC’s ‘Back in Black’

Tape Spaghetti ·

2025/05/27

In this edition of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott dig into the tragic end of AC/DC’s first era and the loss of their original high voltage frontman, Bon Scott.Was his death rock ’n’ roll excess - or something else? Along the way, the guys explore the two distinct legacies defined by Scott’s raw swagger and Brian Johnson’s arena-shaking growl—and what it takes for a band to survive tragedy without losing its soul. They also expound on how AC/DC managed their inconceivably remarkable rebound with

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86:33

Paul McCartney Is Dead & Eminem Controls Your Mind

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2025/05/20

Is your favorite musician... a clone? In this mind-bending episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott peel back the tinfoil on one of music’s strangest subgenres: the replacement theory.From the eternal “Paul is dead” saga to the internet’s obsession with Avril Lavigne’s alleged body double, and the bewildering case of Andrew W.K., the guys dig into the lore, the weirdness, and the very real questions about identity and authorship these conspiracies raise. Why are we so quick to believe someone’s

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75:04

Why Fela Kuti's "Zombie" Out-Punks Punk

Tape Spaghetti ·

2025/05/13

In this pulse-pounding episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott dive into defiant, funk-driven world of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti.Born in Nigeria and educated in London, Fela didn’t just create a genre—he sparked a movement. From his genre-defying sound and explosive stage presence, to his role as a relentless political agitator who turned funk and jazz into weapons of resistance, the guys unpack Fela’s larger-than-life persona, his radical commitment to Nigerian identity, and the way he built an

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75:04

The Ghost of Hank Williams

Tape Spaghetti ·

2025/05/06

This episode of Tape Spaghetti dives deep into the lonesome, legendary life of Hank Williams—the country music icon who burned bright and left behind a ghostly echo that still haunts the genre.Blake & Scott trace Hank’s meteoric rise, from honky-tonk dive bars to the Grand Ole Opry spotlight, and explore the heartbreak, addiction, and chaos that ultimately led to his untimely death at just 29. But the story doesn’t end there. The guys examine Hank’s enormous influence on generations of

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70:45

Tom Waits & The Album That Changed Everything

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2025/04/29

On this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott raise a glass (or maybe an old boot) to the legendary Tom Waits. Honing in on the Swordfishtrombones era, they trace Waits’ evolution from late-night lounge poet to avant-garde musical icon. Drawing connections to literary greats like Charles Bukowski, the guys explore the genius behind Waits’ unforgettable characters, his genre-defying sound, and the undeniable impact he's had on the music world. With personal stories about how his gravelly voice

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73:00

He Left Blink-182 For This?!?

Tape Spaghetti ·

2025/04/22

This week on Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott dive into the alien-obsessed world of Tom DeLonge— Blink-182 frontman, Angels & Airwaves visionary, and one of the loudest voices in modern UFO disclosure.From pop-punk icon to Pentagon whistleblower, DeLonge’s transformation is one of the strangest—and most fascinating—in rock history. The hosts unpack DeLonge’s evolution from Blink-182 fame to founding To The Stars Academy, the organization behind some of the most viral UFO videos released by the U.S

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72:50

The Mysterious Death of Sam Cooke

Tape Spaghetti ·

2025/04/17

On this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott take a soulful spin through the life of Sam Cooke—the gospel prodigy turned pop trailblazer whose voice could melt hearts and move mountains. From his early days with the Soul Stirrers to posthumous crossover superstardom with hits like “A Change Is Gonna Come,” the guys trace Cooke’s rise and his fearless push for artistic control in a segregated industry. But things take a darker turn as they dive deep into the murky details of his shocking death

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71:49

Charles Manson & The Beach Boys

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2025/04/16

This week on Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott unravel one of the eeriest, darkest threads in music history: the twisted tale of Charles Manson and his brush with late-‘60s rock stardom. Before he became a household name for all the wrong reasons, Manson fancied himself the next folk-rock prophet—and actually got closer to achieving his goal than you might think. In this chat the guys dig into his bizarre connections with L.A.’s music elite, from jam sessions at Dennis Wilson’s house to a reworked

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79:38

Insanity vs Genius: Lee "Scratch" Perry & The Black Ark

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2025/04/15

In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott dive headfirst into the swirling sonic world of Lee “Scratch” Perry—a true musical mad scientist. From the roots of reggae to the otherworldly innovations cooked up at Black Ark Studios, the duo unpacks Perry’s impact on sound itself. Expect tales of tape loops, smoky dub sessions, and the cosmic weirdness that made Perry a legend. They explore how this eccentric genius bridged the gap between Jamaica and London’s punk scene, all while walking

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