Tony Thaxton

Bizarre Albums

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Tony Thaxton explores the weirder side of music, celebrating and telling the story behind those strange albums that make you wonder how and why they exist. Doing deep dives on albums released by pro athletes, actors, fictional characters, and more. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bizarrealbums/support

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Tony Thaxton

Episodes

REISSUE: Leonard Nimoy Presents Mr. Spock's Music From Outer Space 14.05.2024 17:04

This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode originally aired in 2019.

REISSUE: George Martin - In My Life 07.05.2024 18:46

This is a rebroadcast of an episode originally aired in 2019.

REISSUE: Wilford Brimley - I'm Old Fashioned 30.04.2024 16:09

This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode originally aired in 2022.

REISSUE: The Archies 23.04.2024 14:19

This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode originally aired in 2019.

REISSUE: Having Fun With Elvis On Stage 15.04.2024 17:24

This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode from 2020.

REISSUE: John Travolta 09.04.2024 16:42

This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode originally aired in 2020.

REISSUE: Hulk Hogan and the Wrestling Boot Band - Hulk Rules 02.04.2024 19:46

This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode that originally aired in 2021.

REISSUE - Pat Boone - In a Metal Mood: No More Mr. Nice Guy 27.03.2024 18:12

This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode, originally posted in 2021.

REISSUE - Paris Hilton - Paris 27.02.2024 20:52

This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode originally aired in 2020.

Carl Lewis & Electric Storm - Idaten 13.02.2024 17:35

A record breaking American Olympic athlete makes history, but much of America isn't fond of the way he acts...so he takes his "talents" to Japan. This is the story of Carl Lewis & Electric Storm's Idaten, from 1985. Support the show: patreon.com/bizarrealbums Follow the show on Twitter & Instagram: @bizarrealbums Follow Tony on Twitter & Instagram: @tonythaxton

All Sports Band 06.02.2024 16:19

Inspired by the Village People, a group is assembled of musicians who dress as athletes. This is the story of All Sports Band’s self titled album, from 1981. Support the show: patreon.com/bizarrealbums Follow the show on Instagram: @bizarrealbums Follow Tony on Instagram: @tonythaxton

SINGLES: Hervé Villechaize – Why 30.01.2024 9:09

Due to unforeseen circumstances, a new episode could not be recorded this week. Please enjoy this episode of Bizarre Singles originally posted on Patreon.com/bizarrealbums in 2021.

Scott Baio - The Boys Are Out Tonight 23.01.2024 21:02

The Happy Days star records a follow up to his slightly successful first album. This is the story of Scott Baio’s The Boys Are Out Tonight, from 1983. Support the show: patreon.com/bizarrealbums Follow the show on Twitter & Instagram: @bizarrealbums Follow Tony on Twitter & Instagram: @tonythaxton

REISSUE: The Best of Marcel Marceao 16.01.2024 16:37

This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode from 2021. New episodes return next week!

REISSUE: Little Joe Sure Can Sing! 09.01.2024 20:55

This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode from 2022. The show will be back with new episodes on January 23!

REISSUE: William Shatner - The Transformed Man 02.01.2024 16:50

This a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode from 2020.

REISSUE: Yoko Ono / John Lennon, Unfinished Music No. 1: Two Virgins 26.12.2023 17:20

This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode from 2020. Support the show: patreon.com/bizarrealbums

Terry Bradshaw Sings Christmas Songs For The Whole Family 19.12.2023 15:53

NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Terry Bradshaw records a Christmas album…but is it a bootleg or not? This is the story of Terry Bradshaw Sings Christmas Songs For The Whole Family, from 1996. Support the show: patreon.com/bizarrealbums Follow the show on Twitter & Instagram: @bizarrealbums Follow Tony on Twitter & Instagram: @tonythaxton

The Regis Philbin Christmas Album 12.12.2023 21:22

The man with the Guiness World Record for Most Hours on Camera, Regis Philbin, releases a Christmas Album. This is the story of The Regis Philbin Christmas Album, from 2005. Support the show: patreon.com/bizarrealbums Follow the show on social media: @bizarrealbums Follow Tony on social media: @tonythaxton

The Grip of Leadership 05.12.2023 18:49

A Coca-Cola industrial musical, for their 75th anniversary. This is the story of The Grip of Leadership, from 1961. Support the show: patreon.com/bizarrealbums Follow the show on social media: @bizarrealbums Follow Tony on social media: @tonythaxton

Dr Pepper. The Most Original Soft Drink Ever - Original Cast Album 28.11.2023 19:18

Some legendary musicians take part in a new advertising campaign for Dr. Pepper. This is the story of Dr Pepper. The Most Original Soft Drink Ever - Original Cast Album, from 1974. Support the show: patreon.com/bizarrealbums Follow the show on social media: @bizarrealbums Follow Tony on social media: @tonythaxton

SINGLES: Dickie Goodman - Mr. Jaws 21.11.2023 10:58

Happy Thanksgiving! The show is taking the week off for the holiday, so here's an episode of Bizarre Singles, originally posted in 2020 on patreon.com/bizarrealbums Support the show: patreon.com/bizarrealbums Follow Tony on social media: @tonythaxton Follow the show on social media: @bizarrealbums

Pool-Pah - The Flasher / An Original Soundtrack Recording 14.11.2023 18:49

In the early 70’s, porn was (almost) going mainstream. An X-rated film initially called Forbidden Under Censorship of the King is retitled The Flasher and the soundtrack is written and recorded by a little known NY band called Pool-Pah, with some help from Rupert Holmes. This is the story of Pool-Pah’s The Flasher/An Original Soundtrack Recording, from 1973. Support the show: patreon.com/bizarrea...

Scatman Crothers - Big Ben Sings 07.11.2023 19:36

Best known for his roles in The Shining, Chico and The Man, and various cartoon voices, Scatman Crothers releases an album on Motown. This is the story of Scatman Crothers’ Big Ben Sings, from 1973. Support the show: patreon.com/bizarrealbums Follow the show on Twitter & Instagram: @bizarrealbums Follow Tony on Twitter & Instagram: @tonythaxton

Bobby (Boris) Pickett - The Original Monster Mash 31.10.2023 20:13

Bobby Pickett grew up watching horror movies and doing impressions of those characters. His Boris Karloff impression would lead to a perennial Halloween favorite. This is the story of Bobby (Boris) Pickett’s The Original Monster Mash, from 1962. Support the show: patreon.com/bizarrealbums Follow the show on Twitter & Instagram: @bizarrealbums Follow Tony on Twitter & Instagram: @tonythaxto...