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The Indie 500 Podcast

Breddy Tidgewater and Helio Novell

A discussion and dissection of the top 500 albums according to NME magazine (list from 2013) We offer a history of the album and the time it was recorded, a look into the artists, interviews with musicians, critics and writers We are quite fond of following the rabbit down the hole and recording off shoot episodes to learn more about a topic we are fascinated with.

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01:21:41

IFP Pit Stop: Conversation with Melissa Chemam,...

The Indie 500 Podcast ·

2026/01/13

Find Melissa's Substack hereOr follow her on Instagram @melissaontheroadIn this episode of the Indy 500 podcast, we dive into the rich tapestry of Bristol's music scene with journalist and author Melissa Chemam. Melissa shares insights from her book, "Massive Attack, Out of the Comfort Zone," exploring how the city of Bristol shaped the iconic sound of Massive Attack. From the city's historical ties to the Caribbean to the punk and reggae influences that fueled a cultural

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02:45:25

Episode 28 - Pearl Jam - Ten - Evening Flow,...

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2025/12/30

#339 - Pearl Jam - TenOhhohhhh feeeeeeeelin’ herewegoagainspitingtherandomnumbergenerator oooohooo yeah That’s right we’re taking the wheel and picking our own album this week, it’s Helio’s bday special: Pearl Jam’s Ten. And it’s all business as we talk PNW scene history, what makes PJ different, how crazy it is that this is in the rear 1/3rd of the list, venue insurance issues, and the shocking cast of “The Grunge That Stole X-mas”.It’s an ep you’ll clearly remember

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01:22:04

IFP Pit Stop: SLEIGHERRRRRRRR! A.K.A. The Cybernetic...

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2025/12/17

Ho ho ho! Now we have a holiday episode.It’s a holly jolly pitstop, it’s the best ep of the year (maybe), gifts are exchanged, Beatles are harangued, and Bob Geldof saves Africa! We also power rank the modern canon of new-ish Xmas songs, review some even newer ones and figure out which hymnals are naughty and nice. So gather loved ones near, light a fireplace and put on your favorite podcast based on a specific 2013 issue of a British music magazine

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00:51:07

IFP Pit Stop: "Pearl Jam Live! 35 years of legendary...

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2025/12/12

Find the book here!Follow Selena on InstagramThis episode we are joined by author, Selena Fraggasi, to discuss her epic new book, "Pearl Jam Live! 35 years of legendary music and revolutionary shows." We discuss Pearl Jam's rise from the ashes of Mother Love Bone, the fan first nature of the band and the threads that have kept the band together all these years.Check out other awesome titles from Epic Ink & Quarto

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01:47:15

Episode 27 - Primal Scream - XTRMNTR - Reporting live...

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2025/12/08

#160 Primal Scream - XTRMNTRWe find our heroes on the front lines of the revolution receiving a 25 year old transmission from the UK that warns of the coming revolution and is oddly prophetic about the rise of the corporate police state. What does it all mean? Anti-establishment? Anti-drug culture? Either way, a menagerie of underground voices come together to create this album that Breddy and Helio attempt to digest.

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01:41:11

Episode 26 - Can - Ege Bamyasi - Crazy Damo's Bulk...

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2025/11/24

#297 - Can - Ege BamyasiThis week the boys return to the land of chocolate and krautrock as the NME’s Top 500 list serves them up a part of Can’s legendary run of albums. They extoll the virtues of abandoned theaters over abandoned castles, figure out who can play chess, and take a look at Chuck Berry’s ding a ling. All this, more, and a random roll that perhaps we had coming. Tune in!For more info on Can and Ege Bamyasi don’t forget to check out the previous interview episode with resident

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00:58:12

IFP Pit Stop: Can-versation with Kyle Reiff about Can

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2025/11/17

Check out Kyle's Krautrock poster store for some amazing and unique merchHelio catches up with friend of the podcast, Kyle Reiff, and gets his insights into Krautrock legends Can as well as some knowledge about the album that is next on the show, "Ege Bamyasi". They talk influences, unusual recording spaces, Damo Suzuki and pack a ton of knowledge into the episode. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Can and Krautrock01:36 The Cologne Conservatory and Its Influence05:18 Malcolm Mooney's

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01:20:46

IFP Pit Stop: "Prince and the Purple Rain Era Studio...

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2025/11/10

If you're gonna get the guys a christmas gift, consider contributing to funding Duane's project focusing on making a documentary about legendary Baltimore rock band, Crack The Sky!https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1113034335/crack-the-sky-50th-anniversary-documentary-filmHelio and Breddy are given a chance to talk all things Prince with author Duane Tudahl about his incredible book "Prince and the Purple Rain Era Studio Sessions 1983 - 1984" in which he details the day in day out history of the

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03:07:55

Episode 25 - Prince - Purple Rain - I would pod 4 U

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2025/11/07

Featuring interview clips with Duane Tudahl, check out his kickstarter for his new documentary here https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1113034335/crack-the-sky-50th-anniversary-documentary-filmDig if u will this episode, the long awaited return of the mainline episode where we discuss an album many have noted as a favorite and it’s companion movie: Purple Rain. We hear from one of the worlds most dedicated Prince researchers, ask if Prince is an alien with super powers, ask for The Time, and

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03:24:35

Adios Season 1, Howdy Season 2!

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2025/10/25

IFP Pit Stop: Season in the abyssThe IFP boys set a demarcation line between season 1 and season 2 with an OOPS! All Segments pit stop. They power rank the albums, assign more NFL teams a vibes matching band, reminisce on the best and most confounding parts of season one, what’s a Graham sandwich? and….is that Taylor Swift!?!?

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00:46:47

IFP Pit Stop: Interview with drummer John Stanier...

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2025/10/03

In this episode of the Indie 500 Podcast, Breddy & Helio sit down with John Stanier, drummer for Battles, to discuss their album ‘Mirrored’, ranked number 436 on NME’s top 500 albums of all time. Stanier talks about his experiences recording at Machines with Magnets studio, his initial reaction to joining Battles, and the band's creative evolution over the years. The conversation also veers into memorable anecdotes, including collaborations, their rapid ascent in the alternative music scene,

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00:55:18

IFP Pit Stop: Interview with guitarist Ian Williams...

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2025/10/01

In this episode of the Indie 500, Breddy & Helio sit down with Ian Williams, guitarist for the band Battles, to discuss their album "Mirrored" which lands at #436 on NME's top 500 albums of all-time list. We touch on a variety of topics including evolving technologies in music, when do you just KNOW you've found a good loop you want to use, the evolution of the band from guys with day jobs to putting together a landmark album, touring and the evolution of the band. Ian also shares with us a

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02:27:08

Episode 24 - Battles - Mirrored - With John Stanier &...

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2025/09/29

#436 Battles - Mirrored After more delays than you could shake a Line6 DL4 at, the long awaited episode on the 00’s classic "Mirrored" by Battles finally arrives with an incredible bonus: our own interviews with the band themselves, John Stanier and Ian Williams. Helio and Breddy quiz John and Ian on topics like signing with Warp records as a group with a real drummer, how do you know when a loop is ready? how do you know when a loop is ready? how do you know when a loop is ready? Oops we left our

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03:10:51

Episode 23 - The White Stripes - Elephant - Balls,...

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2025/09/17

#116 The White Stripes - ElephantIt’s two on two ball (and biscuit) as Breddy and Helio take on a fellow duo we all knew would show up sooner or later: The White Stripes, and at the height of their powers with songs and riffs that resonated across the globe and catapulted them into stardom. The boys also begin a new long term project, recite monologues from Spielberg movies, and literally fiddle with guitar pedals. Also odd coincidences pile up, breaking the boys’ minds and driving them into the

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03:11:27

Episode 22 - Gram Parsons - Grievous Angel - Jordan...

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2025/09/09

#317 Gram Parsons - Grievous AngelPull up to your porch or step into your parlor as an extra large, country-fried episode of The Indie 500 Podcast tells you how it all went down with Gram Parsons, Emmylou Harris, and the rest of the Ex-Byrds Extended Cinematic Universe. Will Breddy be fully lost to Alt-country? Will Helio find the yeehaw in his heart? Will a myriad of NFL week 1 references and segments cause a listener revolt? All these things and more, cowpokes. So hitch up and settle in.00:00

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02:24:46

Episode 21 - Isaac Hayes - Hot Buttered Soul - The...

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2025/08/27

#354 - Isaac Hayes - Hot Buttered SoulI'm talking about the power of podcasting about the NME top 500 now.I'm gonna tell you what a podcast can do.You know when they say podcasts make the world go 'round, that's the truth.Certain episodes can make you or break you.They can make you laugh, they can make you cry.they can make you happy, they can make you sad.Aw, it'd get hung out real bad.In a case of Patti Smith, podcasts can make you mad.Oh, yeah.Now everybody, everybody's

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00:53:09

IFP Pit Stop: The Fan Zone - Talkin' Tom Waits with...

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2025/08/25

Find this weeks guest, Hudson Ludy, on his YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/@hudsonludyIn this episode of the Indie 500 Podcast, Helio discusses Tom Waits with massive fan Hudson Ludy. Hudson shares insights on Tom Waits' music, his unique narrative style, and how Waits has influenced his own artistic journey. The conversation covers Hudson's beginnings with Waits' music, the impact of Waits' relationship with his wife Kathleen on his music, and other key influences on

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00:36:47

IFP Pit Stop: The Fan Zone - Talkin' Tom Waits with...

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2025/08/22

In this episode of the Indie 500 Podcast, we examine Tom Waits' debut album 'Closing Time,' with special guest musician and fan, Trent Hamilton. The discussion delves into the evolution of Tom Waits' music, personal anecdotes about discovering Waits, and the unique experience of seeing him live. The conversation also recommends other artists similar to Waits and explores some interesting stories and trivia about his life and career.00:00 Introduction to the Indie 500 Podcast01:45

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02:17:15

Episode 20 - Tom Waits - Closing Time - Tom knows who...

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2025/08/19

#341 - Tom Waits - Closing TimeEpisode 20 - Tom Waits - Closing Time - Every new beginning comes from some other beginnings endThe show is graced by another multi-spot holder from the NME Top 500 albums list: Tom Waits! And we start at the start with his debut album, something altogether different from what the boys expected. Will The Eagles (bad band) of it all ruin things for our hosts? Will The Eagles (football team) of it all ruin things for the listeners? Do you know who you want to take you

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00:48:14

IFP Pit Stop: "Frank Zappa's America" with author...

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2025/08/16

Exploring Frank Zappa's America with Bradley MorganIn this episode of the Indie 500 Podcast, we have a chance to talk about the book, "Frank Zappa's America" by Bradley Morgan. The episode covers Frank Zappa's musical genius, his strong stances against white Christian nationalism, and his advocacy for free speech and civil liberties. Bradley shares insights into his research, the impact of Zappa's work on race and politics in America, and the challenges and controversies

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