Backwards Beats is the music podcast where two musicians count down Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time—from #500 to #1—with deep dives, honest reviews, and a whole lot of personality.
Each week, Carl and Dan break down one classic album, exploring the songwriting, production, legacy, and cultural context behind the music. Expect:
🎧 Insightful Album Reviews – Go beyond surface-level takes with in-depth musical analysis and historical perspective.
🎤 Real Talk & Wild Takes – We’re not afraid to say when a “classic” doesn’t hold up—and we’ll explain why.
🎸 A Celebration of Music History – From groundbreaking debuts to genre-defining masterpieces, we revisit the records that shaped generations.
Whether you’re a music nerd, vinyl collector, or just discovering these iconic albums for the first time, Backwards Beats delivers sharp commentary, deep appreciation, and plenty of fun along the way.
New episodes every Tuesday. Subscribe now and join the countdown from cult favorites to all-time greats.
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Backwards Beats is the music podcast where two musicians count down Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time—from #500 to #1—with deep dives, honest reviews, and a whole lot of personality.
Each week, Carl and Dan break down one classic album, exploring the songwriting, production, legacy, and cultural context behind the music. Expect:
🎧 Insightful Album Reviews – Go beyond surface-level takes with in-depth musical analysis and historical perspective.
🎤 Real Talk & Wild Takes – We’re not afraid to say when a “classic” doesn’t hold up—and we’ll explain why.
🎸 A Celebration of Music History – From groundbreaking debuts to genre-defining masterpieces, we revisit the records that shaped generations.
Whether you’re a music nerd, vinyl collector, or just discovering these iconic albums for the first time, Backwards Beats delivers sharp commentary, deep appreciation, and plenty of fun along the way.
New episodes every Tuesday. Subscribe now and join the countdown from cult favorites to all-time greats.
In this episode of Backwards Beats, Dan and Carl dive into CTRL by SZA, ranked #472 on Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. They explore SZA’s groundbreaking debut, her unique blend of R&B, hip hop, and neo-soul, and the bold themes of vulnerability, sexuality, and self-discovery that run through the record. Along the way, they discuss standout tracks, production details, and cultural impact, with plenty of humor, side tangents, and even a campaign to “buy Sesame Street.”
Music Referenced
Travis Scott
Kendrick Lamar
Rihanna
Beyonce
Nicki Minaj
Anderson Paak
Billie Eilish
Questlove
Pharrell
Frank Ocean
Chance the Rapper
Alessia Cara
Drake
Lil’ Kim
Let's Get Dirty by Redman
Wu-Tang Clan
Jane Says by Jane's Addiction
Drew Barrymore
Who Knew by Pink
Love on the Weekend by John Mayer
Circles by Post Malone
FutureSex/LoveSounds by Justin Timberlake
Suit and Tie by Justin Timberlake
Timbaland
Random Access Memories by Daft Punk
Get Lucky by Daft Punk
Nile Rodgers
SWV
Erykah Badu
Ariana Grande
Shakira
Celine Dion
Domi and JD Beck
Tower of Power
Gary Clark Jr.
The Black Keys
Join us next week when we cover Surrealistic Pillow by Jefferson Airplane.
Backwards Beats Podcast
Backwards Beats is the music podcast where two musicians count down Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time—from #500 to #1—with deep dives, honest reviews, and a whole lot of personality.
Each week, Carl and Dan break down one classic album, exploring the songwriting, production, legacy, and cultural context behind the music. Expect:
🎧 Insightful Album Reviews – Go beyond surface-level takes with in-depth musical analysis and historical perspective.
🎤 Real Talk & Wild Takes – We’re not afraid to say when a “classic” doesn’t hold up—and we’ll explain why.
🎸 A Celebration of Music History – From groundbreaking debuts to genre-defining masterpieces, we revisit the records that shaped generations.
Whether you’re a music nerd, vinyl collector, or just discovering these iconic albums for the first time, Backwards Beats delivers sharp commentary, deep appreciation, and plenty of fun along the way.
New episodes every Tuesday. Subscribe now and join the countdown from cult favorites to all-time greats.
