THE REPLACEMENTS: Best Songs Ever! Pop Culture Graveyard Ep 27 | Paul Westerberg, Minneapolis Punk

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Jump to your favorite Replacements album... 00:00 Intro 01:16 Sorry, Ma, Forgot To Take Out The Trash 03:26 Hootenanny 05:03 Let It Be 07:23 Tim 10:58 Pleased To Meet Me 15:34 Don't Tell A Soul 17:05 All Shook Down 19:15 Outro

[@falconerpdx]

You forgot Bastards of Young....wow!

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

@@falconerpdx Nope, I covered it about nine minutes in. Could never forget that!

[@falconerpdx]

@@PopCultureGraveyard mucho apologies I am watching election coverage.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

@@falconerpdx No worries! Happy to be a distraction from that

[@genscolberg6557]

Tommy gets his tonsils out is a classic!

[@connorohalloran9225]

Wow man, I just got into The Replacements last month heavily. Started with Tim and went chronologically, favorite currently is let it be, solid gold. You killed it and hit all the nails on the head. This band just has something super special, crazy good lyrics and lots of hidden gems when it comes to natural musician ship.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Hey brother, thanks a lot for the kind words. You're so right about the natural musicianship--these boys could really play. As for songs, I'd put these guys' throwaways against other bands' hits. I like how my favorite album by them changes from year to year. That's the mark of a truly great band.

[@onewink]

I'm a little late but welcome to the fold. When I first found them, I listened to NOTHING ELSE for almost 2 years and was entirely satisfied. I' could still give everything else up and be fine.

[@gregbassett9873]

"Wait on the sons of no one" is the actual lyric on Bastards of Young. Which is even cooler than "we are"

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

YES! You know, I went my whole life until about six years ago, when I read Trouble Boys, thinking it was "we are" instead of "wait on." But after so many years of people mishearing it (due to Paul intentionally swallowing the end of the word "wait" and the end of the word "on"), and Paul himself even singing the words "We are," as he does clearly on their SNL appearance, it wasn't a comment fight I was ready to have. Anyway, you're clearly a real 'Mats fan. Thanks so much for the comment!

[@eidetecker]

@@PopCultureGraveyard If you know the bible verse Paul refers to for the line, you win the no-prize. Cannot find that info anywhere; only Paul saying that after he himself remembered this fact. I've looked and found nothing.

[@PearlJamaholic]

No mention of Unsatisfied? That is almost criminal. And Rock n Roll Ghost on DTAS is such a classic, glad to see Anywhere is Better Than Here get mentioned though!

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

It's clear that no disclaimer will get me off the hook for not mentioning every single song on every single album. We all have our favorites. I really tried to keep this video down to a reasonable length so I only picked my top few off each LP. In general, DTAS is aging very well, and revisiting it was a pleasure.

[@ChrisBering]

Here Comes a Regular is fantastic and a hell of a closing song. Been a Mats fan since mid-80s. Paul's solo material might also be worth a video (if you haven't already? This is the first video of yours I have seen). The poetry and snide attitude continue but there's also a mellowing that is worth noting as we all grow a bit older. You do a great job on the video and analysis. Keep it up!

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Hey, Chris, I agree with you about Paul's solo stuff. There's also a buoyant quality to them, almost as if he's enjoying the freedom of going his own way and not having to compromise anymore. I'm not sure I can get to a Paul solo episode, but I'll put it on the list. Please do check out my other episodes; I'm sure there's other bands here you like. Thanks for the great comment!

[@leemark63]

I'm old and new to Mats. Vids like this help me discover what I missed. Thx!

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Glad to hear it, Lee! Always happy to meet a new Replacements fan. Enjoy your 'Mats journey, and welcome to the channel!

[@leemark63]

@@PopCultureGraveyard I'm from Buffalo NY, as I'm listening/thinking uhhhh...these guys sound familiar here/there. Wow. Can you say Goo!?

[@buzzardsinuses4780]

I found this video, and checked the rest of your videos. You’ve got some major taste my friend! Cheers!!!

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thanks for the kind words, Buzz. That makes two of us!

[@DamonEggers]

Just discovered your channel while looking for new Replacements discussions on YT; the fact I’ve watched this everyday the past week with a smile on my face is all you need to know about your analysis. You got yourself a new subscriber. “I hate music...it’s got too many notes”

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

So glad it holds up to repeat viewings! Welcome to the channel, and thanks for the great comment!

[@PilatesinSacramento]

Great video! I’m a long time Replacements fan and your video took me back through memory lane. You’re 100% on with Westerberg. Lyrics, songwriting, etc. Thank you for the video!

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thanks for the kind words! So glad you enjoyed the episode, and always nice meeting a fellow Replacements fan. Welcome to the channel!

[@gneiva10]

"The ones, love us best are the ones we'll lay to rest And visit their graves on holidays at best The ones, love us least are the ones we'll die to please If it's any consolation, I don't begin to understand them"-This excerpt is really brilliant, I totally agree. And it sort of sound like a Keats poem. I am not sure if Westerberg meant that way, but in a cosmic way it´s an encounter of intergeneration romanticism.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

I totally agree that if Westerberg had been a poet, he'd have been one of the romantics--especially one drunk on hemlock! Thanks for the comment!

[@donpaul5474]

I been schooled! I’ve been listening to The Replacements since 84 and have considered them my all time favorites for just about as long and don’t know half the things you seem to know about them and their songs. Most of your observations of the songs, lyrics, and particularly the song arrangement order was very insightful, much of which has escaped me over the 37 years I’ve been listening. Very observant, insightful and flat out funny. Nice work. My own favorite Replacements song? A ridiculous venture as so many are my favorites but just in the spirit of things: Sorry Ma: Shiftless When Idle Stink: Go Hootenanny: Mr Whirly Let It Be: Sixteen Blue ( although I Will Dare made me a fan) Tim: Left Of The Dial, Pleased To Meet Me: I Don’t Know, Don’t Tell A Soul: I Won’t All Shook Down: Someone Take The Wheel

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thanks Don! So happy you enjoyed the episode! You're so right; picking favorites among that treasure trove of a song catalog is an exercise in futility. That said, those are all great songs you mentioned--with some nice deep cuts. Thanks for the kind words, and for taking the time to comment. And welcome to the channel!

[@shawnpage1605]

I just came across this today. Good stuff! Well done sir!

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thanks a lot, Shawn! So glad you enjoyed it, and welcome to the channel!

[@mdduckman]

My all-time favorite American band...can't wait to watch this one! Tim is my favorite album, but Let It Be and PTMM are right there as well. And honestly, I love them all in their own way.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Hey Mort! Hope you enjoy it! And I feel your pain trying to pick a favorite. Mine alternates from month to month and year to year!

[@rockrecordreport7136]

"Rock and Roll Ghost" is a majestic dream track that endures in a different way then anything else in the entire Mats catalog.

[@burmajones803]

Nice video. Really enjoyed it! I am in the middle of writing my own album and song ranking of the 'Mats and we are in sync on a lot of their best tracks. I especially loved the mention of I Don't Know, an underappreciated track. I also really love Shooting Dirty Pool, which doesn't seem to get much love but has some hilarious lines, including one of my all time faves: "you're the coolest guy that I ever have smelled."

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thanks for the great comment! I hear ya on Shooting Dirty Pool. "Get your money on the table, get your head out of your ass" was always a real lyrical winner! Good luck with your 'Mats piece, and welcome to the channel!

[@t-man5196]

My favorites from each album are: Sorry Ma: Johnny’s Gonna Die, Raised in the City, Careless, Shiftless when idle Stink: Go Hootenanny: Within Your Reach, Color Me Impressed, You Lose, Take Me Down To the Hospital Let It Be: Favorite Thing, Answering Machine, Unsatisfied, I Will Dare Tim: Hold My Life, Left of the Dial, Little Mascara, Can’t Hardly Wait (Acoustic Version) Pleased to Meet Me: Never Mind Don’t Tell a Soul: Talent Show, I’ll Be You All Shook Down: Haven’t listened to it extensively enough to say, but I remember thinking Merry-Go-Round was pretty good

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

All fantastic songs--every last one of them! Paul has such an amazing body of work as a songwriter.

[@t-man5196]

@@PopCultureGraveyard glad we can agree on that

[@t-man5196]

@@PopCultureGraveyard yes, especially Within Your Reach/Favorite Thing (my fav two Replacements songs)

[@mcpop3005]

Another great video Hollis. I'm a fan of the Mats, especially the mid-period. Tim and Pleased To Meet Me are my favorite albums. I Will Dare is my favorite song. Cheers! - Matt

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thanks a lot, Matt! Yeah, that mid-period has a lot of magic. Can't fault I Will Dare as a favorite, it's probably the song by them I've played the most over the years.

[@emmanuelrojas4309]

Hey dude I don’t know if you still check these comments but I just wanted to ask where you bought your t shirt it’s really cool

[@jimmurphy1166]

I Will Dare is in my top 5 too. Of ALL TIME not just Replacements songs. Also probably i ever heard a mandolin in a rock song.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Oh, it is SO top-5 worthy! And it's so funny to me that Paul Westerberg plays a mandolin on their one song that features guitar playing by Peter Buck--who would later ride a mandolin all the way to success on Losing My Religion.

[@thegreatalbums2893]

Excellent video from an obvious true 'Mats fan. However, I have to make one correction about one of my favorite 'Mats songs you mentioned: Skyway. I'm not sure if you were joking, but you said that Skyway is literally about a skyway, which isn't true. I believe that there's a pretty clear narrative taking place in the lyrics. The first verse, the narrator is walking on a one way street while wearing a hat gloves to fend off the cold. Meanwhile, they see the "you" walking in the skyway above them. The narrator then spends their nights lying awake fantasizing about meeting the person. In the final verse, the narrator gets their wish because they see the other person walking down the one way. However, because the narrator decided to go up into the skyway that day, they're missing each other yet again. This is why I love Westerberg as a writer. He takes these simple images and stories and exposes fascinating themes and commentaries with his lyrics. Thanks for making this video, and I hope this helped deepen everyone's appreciation of a deceptively "pedestrian" song. :)

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Hello, fellow 'Mats fan! I absolutely was joking, simply to make a point about how Paul could make a song with a deeper meaning about a topic so "seemingly" ordinary. But I LOVED hearing your breakdown on the song meaning. I totally agree, and you put it more succinctly than I ever could. Thanks for the great comment!

[@sidv192]

I live in Minneapolis, which has 11 miles of skyway. There are certain feelings you get only while walking the skyway and Westerberg captured many of them brilliantly

[@ColfaxJones]

Saw the Replacements live several times circa 1983-88. Even slammed a pint of Jim Beam with Tommy in an ally behind the venue in 84. Was gutted when Bob passed. Saw reunion tour in 2014, wasn’t quite the same. Tommy remembered me though amazingly enough.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Holy hell! That's awesome! You definitely were at ground zero when it comes to that band. Would have loved to have seen them back them. I can totally believe that the 2014 experience didn't even come close to the 'Mats you knew in the '80s. But at least you've got those memories!

[@hjmx4981]

Excellent! Most comprehensive and useful retrospective of the American treasure that was The Replacements. Blows my mind that people still spend more effort highlighting how much beer that drank instead of really listening to their incredible catalog. 💕

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

So glad you enjoyed the video! You're very right about most people focusing on the wrong thing when it comes to this band. They may be the most under-appreciated band ever. Thanks for the kind words!

[@davidrice52]

I could not have explained it any better myself. You nailed it to the wall. Thank you, simply fantastic!

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thank you, David! I appreciate the kind words. So glad you enjoyed it.

[@EdOConnor]

When I was a 2nd year in high school (1986?) I had nothing else to do and the Replacements were playing at a little roadhouse bar called Heartbeat in Oyster Bay, Long Island (NY). I didn’t own any of their albums at the time, but local radio station WLIR played them and a couple of the great tracks from their recent release Tim. This venue had the smallest stage- I’d seen numerous gigs there (the call, Ramones, fishbone, the church and so many others). The band seemed disheveled and ragged (probably drunk and low on sleep- I think they had a gig in NYC the previous night) and got up on that tiny stage and proceeded to rip our heads off. They launched into Bastards of Young and it was a real thrill to see that live in such an intimate venue. The recently issued For Sale live recorded at Maxwell’s in Hoboken captures that era well. Check it out! en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/For_Sale:_Live_at_Maxwell's_1986

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Holy hell, Ed, we're exactly the same age--and I grew up listening to LIR too! No wonder we're always in sync. Wow, you saw some amazing shows there. I love tiny venues like that. PS: I've always loved that Maxwell's show. So envious you caught them during those joyously sloppy Bob years!

[@EdOConnor]

@@PopCultureGraveyard My brotha from another mother! Yeah I got into more alternative eclectic music pretty early thanks to WLIR. And since then I’d see these relatively new/unknown bands at tiny clubs/venues. The 80’s and 90’s were such a good time for that, before things got carried away with video/television and of course later the Internet and social media. It’s nice that this club scene hasn’t completely faded away, but it’s not quite like it was a few decades ago.

[@montysloungetv]

Little mascara - swinging party - valentine - nightclub jitters - aching to be

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

I can't argue with any of those! Thanks for the comment!

[@davidnelson6874]

Please To Meet Me is where I hopped on board. Great album all around.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

You sure picked a great one to hop on! PTMM is only getting better with age.

[@rjwusher]

Another great episode. You are the real deal. Every upload is such a joy. It even helps me forget about the virus for a second. If there is anything I can do to help increase the number of subscribers, please let me know. Your effort is very much appreciated. Have you considered online fundraising or patronage?

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thanks, Robert! I started this when the pandemic started in the hopes that it would give people something useful, and keep me from going crazy. Happy you're enjoying them. Please share my videos with anyone you think would like them. I have a link to my Venmo and Paypal for donations on my About page, but hopefully when I have more subscribers, in addition to these weekly free uploads, I'll be doing a Patreon with exclusive content!

[@tomhedrick2076]

Love this! My brother and I were just talking about how great "Willpower" is, a few days ago. Let It Be was also my introduction to the greatness that is The Replacements, back in the late summer of 1989...they have been my favorite band ever since.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thanks, Tom! Willpower is such a hidden gem. You totally got into the band the best possible way. That Let It Be album is an all-time classic that just seems to get better and better every year.

[@sidv192]

best review of the mats today - well done

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thank you, my friend! So glad you enjoyed it

[@DivineSinners]

This is a great retrospective on a great underappreciated band. I really enjoyed this. Paul Westerberg is a very intelligent lyricist who wrote a fair share of memorable catchy tunes that put him up there with the best songwriters rock has to offer.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thank you so much! I'm totally with you on Paul's place in the pantheon of great songwriters. Welcome to the channel!

[@DivineSinners]

@@PopCultureGraveyard Thanks. I'm checking out your other episodes. Keep up the great work!!

[@jefferysteen1041]

Tim is my all time favorite Mats album!

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

I can't argue with that! Such a classic LP!

[@rockrecordreport7136]

"Unsatisfied" , "Sixteen Blue", no? Paul's finest vocal delivery on that album.

[@LaurensVredevoort]

You’re so right in your judgments. It’s is nice.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thank you, my friend! Appreciate the kind words.

[@doctucson9254]

thank you for leaving out the shit hits the fans bootleg and boink. those are gems meant for the fans.

[@joenunz]

That's two f'n awesome weeks in a row. Velvets and Mats. Or as the kids might say - PCG is LIT.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Haha! Thanks, Joe. Trying to stay LIT is exhausting.

[@TedAlexandro]

You said you weren’t doing to but then you did!!! Love it!

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Ha! Thanks, pal. I can't help myself!

[@hailmaryrecordings8255]

The Mats are my favorite American rock & roll band.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

One of the best to ever do it.

[@hailmaryrecordings8255]

@@PopCultureGraveyard I saw them play their last show in Chicago ‘91, and their first back in the states in ‘13. I have almost every solo-record any of them have released too. I heard them at a college-party in ‘88 & it literally changed my life & musical direction … thank god. ☮️

[@briancullen9575]

Do all ‘mats fans prefer Tim and previous albums or is it just me? Bob was the jam, and they weren’t the same after for me. I can’t be alone.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

I think there are plenty of 'Mats fans that share your preference; I used to be one of them. I think there's magic in all those Bob albums, but I think doing Pleased without Bob unlocked something in Paul--an adventurousness that's evident his later songwriting. I think they were evolving, and became a different sort of band in which Bob no longer fit. Nowadays I like both Replacements, mark 1 and mark 2.

[@PeterMayer]

We covered I'll be you and can't hardly wait in the early 90s

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

That speaks well of you--and your band! Thanks for stopping by!

[@briancullen9575]

Customer will always be my favorite track on Sorry Ma

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

I can totally see that. Paul's sloppy vocals on that are charming as hell, and I doubt the band has ever played faster.

[@scooteron3]

You made a Kinks reference. I'm listening.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Haha, good man!

[@apgreeslaaa]

"Look me in the eye and tell me that I'm satisfied" can't get much better lyrics than that.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

YES! Fantastic song. I wish I could have gone in depth on each and every song in their catalog. They all deserve it.

[@mikescott433]

read the Discogs feature about 'the Mats' a few month ago and was shocked how sick and how deep into booze they where... ...interesting they like 'Minor Threat' and go after the debut for short into HC and because the great hand-stamped cover i must buy 'stink' immediately (sadly not for a bargain) it's not a perfect 12" but a great statement! Btw. i'm a huge fan of your YT-work...

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thanks, Mike, I appreciate the kind words. Yes, Stink is a fun blast of noise. I purposely didn't include everything they did. But I figure anyone who gets as far as all the studio albums can decide if they're ready for Stink or How Did The Vomit Get Up On The Ceiling or Maxwells or any other deeper stuff. Have you read Trouble Boys? if you want all the good stuff as well as all that sick, boozy stuff, that bio has all the bases covered. Highly recommended.

[@NoCoverCharge]

beer for breakfast my favorite one...this was awesome

[@loudominguez962]

This is great, but... I believe you could have gone as deep on the Let it Be segment as you did on the Tim segment (no mention of Answering Machine, Seen Your Video or Unsatisfied?

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

I hear you. It was hell trying to chop this video down to an edible length. They just have too many great songs! Thanks for the comment!

[@moonoom764]

wow this was super enjoyable

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thanks a lot! Please check out my other videos; I cover lots of other cool bands. Appreciate the comment!

[@larrignoid3497]

Thanks for this. Paul was a madman.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Haha! He was definitely touched by madness. Thanks, Lar!

[@darronnelson953]

I just subscribed because of this video. I have no fav Mats song, they all are my fav,

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thanks a lot, Darron! Picking a favorite is damn near impossible with a catalog like the 'Mats. Welcome to the channel!

[@ed6322cal]

Well done.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thank you, my friend!

[@ST-xg3gy]

Big Star, #1 Record and Radio City.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Best. Discography. Ever!

[@elmwise7146]

Color me impressed 😏👍🏼 let it be

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Love it!

[@elmwise7146]

I’m still laughing about Tommy being three years old😂😂😂😂

[@michelebergman4336]

Hi Hollis… Tommy Stinson was my Lover ♥️♥️♥️

[@kennethmcfaul6561]

keep doin what youre doin man..

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Thank you, my brother! Much appreciated

[@stv4827]

Why no Stink??

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Uh oh, another hardcore 'Mats fan called me on that. I made the decision to concentrate on the full-length albums (and leave off any EPs, B-sides, bootlegs or PW solo stuff), because I always have a hell of a time chopping these videos down to a good length. If I HAD included Stink, I would have included Kids Don't Follow and Stuck In The Middle, which are my favorites off them. Thanks for stopping by!

[@stv4827]

@@PopCultureGraveyard I figured because it was an EP. My fav would be Go but Kids and Stuck are more representative of their punk sound at that time. Good review.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

@@stv4827 Thank you, my friend!

[@joeschmoe487]

More than any other band, when you get to the end of a Replacements record you've been through an emotional wringer. The highest highs, the lowest lows, and every emotion in between. And you didn't even mention Little Mascara.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

You're absolutely right about the emotional wringer, Paul's songs don't leave anything on the shelf. Unfortunately Little Mascara was one I had to cut when I was trying to get this down to a decent length, leaving only my MOST favorite songs, but it was in my original edit. There are just so many great songs!

[@Vernicf]

Tommy was 3 years old? Ha!

[@michelebergman4336]

Been obsessed with Replacements since 1984! Had affair with Tommy Stinson💕Don’t be Jealous

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Haha! You've got great taste! I'm not jealous (okay, maybe a little), but I won't tell a soul. Thanks for the comment!

[@michelebergman4336]

@@PopCultureGraveyard I actually was HUGEST FAN like u & I literally bumped into Tommy at a Random neighborhood bar in Hollywood in 1995 when he was struggling without any band before Guns & Roses...& No one knew him but of course I recognized him Right away & was on that shut in a NY second!!! HaHaHa! We talked and drank till the bar closed & then it we took off together in a cab to his place 💕💕💕It felt like I was going home with ELVIS 🕺 LOL!! I was a HUGE HUGE Fan & had seen them at the Roxy a couple times in the 80s ...so I was on Cloud 9 beyond!!!! He had a cool little house with lots of Guitars & Basses & The NXT morning I left in a Cab in a Total daze!!! OMG I still LOVE THE REPLACEMENTS more than Ever🙏 I am a HUGE Ziggy Stardust fan ..Tommy looks like Bowie & that was just a HUGE FANTASY come true 💕 Have u ever seen them live when they were together?

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

@@michelebergman4336 Tommy definitely has that Unwashed and Somewhat Slightly Dazed-era Bowie look for sure! That sounds like a great night. So happy you got to connect on a personal level with him. I never go to see the 'Mats unfortunately. I did get to see Tommy live, however, when he was doing the LAMF tribute at Bowery Electric NYC a few years ago with Walter Lure, Wayne Kramer, Clem Burke, Jesse Malin, etc. I was right up in Tommy's face while he sang Born To Lose. Great night. Thanks for sharing your story!

[@michelebergman4336]

@@PopCultureGraveyard I got to see them with Both the Stinson Brothers pressed up to the stage!!!😎 Chris Mars is like the Original Travis Barker ! He’s the coolest guy ever!!! He quit to become a full time painter after Paul ditched them!! That was a totally SUCKY MOVE from Paul!!!! He ruined the whole Lives of that band! Tommy Just Was list in Hollywood for Years till he hooked up with Axel!! Thank god for him! Those Records are THE BEST WAY TO MAKE ME FEEL YOU G & COOL 🙏☮️

[@tiagomarques4016]

That was problably already commented here, but the lyrics of the Bastards of Young chorus is: "Wait on the sons of no one" and not "We are the sons of no one". Apart from that, pretty nice video :)

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Hello there. You're absolutely right about the lyrics. You're also right that someone mentioned that about a week ago. This is what I replied to him: "I went my whole life until about six years ago, when I read Trouble Boys, thinking it was "we are" instead of "wait on." But after so many years of people mishearing it (due to Paul intentionally swallowing the end of the word "wait" and the end of the word "on"), and Paul himself even singing the words "We are," as he does clearly on their SNL appearance, it wasn't a comment fight I was ready to have." So, basically since that pronunciation has entered the lexicon among the majority, I'm just going with it. Thanks for the comment--and the kind words!

[@iggypopisgod9]

As great as Let it be is, it does contain a fair amount of filler. Gary, Tonsils, Kiss Cover, etc. Answering Machine a high point.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

I beg to differ. Tommy Got his Tonsils out is the Mats' Floyd the Barber; and sloppy, fun songs like that one and Gary's Got a Boner and Black Diamond, serve to balance out the album in my opinion. I agree they're not for everyone. But I think they help to round out an accurate description of who they were as a band back then.

[@iggypopisgod9]

@@PopCultureGraveyard im all for quality over balance : they are a quantum step down from the high points (dare, 16 blue, A.Machine, Etc). Tim suffered the same fate. Juvenile humour act dud them a disservice imho.

[@2435rats]

Why does no one mention the ep “Stink” I mean kids won’t follow is awesome Dope smokin moron I need a god damn job Cmon it’s the best and never gets talked about

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Sorry about that. I always have to make tough choices to cut some corners when I edit these things down to a digestible length, and Stink lost out. But it's a brilliantly gritty artifact.

[@PatheticHero]

what about Stink?

[@lauraedwards442]

Replacements-Tightest Sloppy Band Ever

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Absolutely spot on!

[@nolagospeltracts8264]

Love the Matts! Can't stand Springsteen

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Haha, I hear ya. I was searching for a hybrid way to describe their sound for the uninitiated. Best I could do.

[@nolagospeltracts8264]

@@PopCultureGraveyard Got to see them live in New Orleans on the "Tim" tour when Bob was still around. Amazing show!

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

@@nolagospeltracts8264 NO WAY! I really envy you that. They're amazing on that Maxwell's live album from that period. What a great memory to have. Thanks for sharing.

[@nolagospeltracts8264]

@@PopCultureGraveyard The best part was for the final encore only Paul returned to the stage and got audience members to take over the rest of the instruments for a rousing version of "You Really Got Me" by the Kinks.

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

@@nolagospeltracts8264 Ha! That's very Paul!

[@jonbellion9744]

Stink?

[@duckbrew]

Tim is a classic but it's mixed way too high. Wayyyy too trebley

[@haydenhocknell9933]

Nobody

[@PopCultureGraveyard]

Yes, what an amazing strong. And its stripped-down nature just underlines how masterfully it's composed. Thanks for the comment!