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Barracuda Breakdowns

Dan Barracuda breaks down iconic tracks across rock, pop, metal, and beyond... exploring melody, harmony, rhythm, production, and the musical choices that make songs hit emotionally.Whether you’re a musician looking to sharpen your ear or a music fan who loves understanding the “why” behind great songs, this podcast takes you inside the music like never before.

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14:08

39 - You Know My Name (Chris Cornell)

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2026/10/01

Join The Breakdown Room: https://www.skool.com/danbarracuda Support the show

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18:56

38 - Grace (Jeff Buckley)

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2026/09/15

I believe my time has come... Private breakdown videos: https://learn.danbarracuda.com/breakdown Support the show

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33:50

37 - One (Metallica)

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2026/09/02

I can't remember anything... Support the show

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12:50

36 - She Said She Said (The Beatles)

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2026/08/19

I know what it's like to be dead... Support the show

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18:12

35 - Little Wing (Jimi Hendrix)

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2026/08/05

Well she's walkin... Support the show

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15:25

34 - My Sweet Lord (George Harrison)

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2026/07/21

I really wanna know you! Support the show

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15:24

33 - Hope Leaves (Opeth)

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2026/07/09

In the corner, beside my window... Support the show

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9:11

32 - From The Beginning (Emerson, Lake & Palmer)

Barracuda Breakdowns ·

2026/07/02

You were meant to be here! Support the show

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15:39

31 - Smoke On The Water (Deep Purple)

Barracuda Breakdowns ·

2026/06/25

Covering the iconic SOLO, and of course the riff & unusual chords. Support the show

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16:06

30 - November Rain guitar solos (Guns N' Roses)

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2026/06/18

Slash's 3 beautiful solos! In the COLD November Rain... Support the show

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17:20

29 - Weak And Powerless (A Perfect Circle)

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2026/06/10

Tilling my own grave to keep me level... Support the show

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12:57

28 - Tangerine (Led Zeppelin)

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2026/06/04

Measuring a summer's day... Support the show

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13:11

27 - Wouldn't It Be Nice (The Beach Boys)

Barracuda Breakdowns ·

2026/05/27

Let's get inside Brian Wilson's head with this classic off 'Pet Sounds'. Imaginative, concise, adventurous. One of a kind! Work with me to develop your sound: https://learn.danbarracuda.com/ownyoursound Support the show

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14:24

26 - Exit Music (For A Film) (Radiohead)

Barracuda Breakdowns ·

2026/05/20

In everlasting peace! An epic track off OK Computer. Dive into all the little things I think make this song brilliant. Work with me: https://learn.danbarracuda.com/ownyoursound Support the show

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14:50

25 - Walk (Pantera)

Barracuda Breakdowns ·

2026/05/14

Known from the dawn of time! One of Dimebag Darrell's coolest guitar riffs and solos. Took me a WHILE to get this down. And even still...it's just so fast and articulate. He his style is one of a kind. Let's breakdown your song: https://learn.danbarracuda.com/breakdown Support the show

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11:04

24 - You Only Live Once (The Strokes)

Barracuda Breakdowns ·

2026/05/06

I can't see the sunshine! Gorgeous track off the Strokes' third album. Check out the beautifully chords and melodies at play here. Special shoutout to my great friend Daniel Sanders for this one! Happy birthday dude. Support the show

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14:12

23 - Black (Pearl Jam)

Barracuda Breakdowns ·

2026/04/28

So...why do I sear? Perfect harmony of lyrics and chords. And an unforgettable vocal performance. Support the show

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11:49

22 - Pinball Wizard (The Who)

Barracuda Breakdowns ·

2026/04/22

Even on my favorite table - he can beat my best! Very imaginative song. Other than the intro, we've got all major chords. Strong, powerful, and colorful. Super creative. Support the show

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21:44

21 - Sweet Child O' Mine (Guns N' Roses)

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2026/04/17

Where do we go now? The solo kicks off at an immediate key changes from D Major to E minor. Burst of color! Iconic licks all around. Let Me Break Down Your Song: https://learn.danbarracuda.com/breakdown Private 1:1 Sessions: https://learn.danbarracuda.com/sessions Support the show

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14:13

20 - Crazy On You (Heart)

Barracuda Breakdowns ·

2026/04/15

Let me go *crazy on you* - not "crazy in love" - I misspoke that. This song is an absolute BANGER though, from the intro to the chorus to the bridge to the end. Insane work all around. Let Me Break Down Your Song: https://learn.danbarracuda.com/breakdown Private 1:1 Sessions: https://learn.danbarracuda.com/sessions Support the show

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