Welcome to the very first podcast episode of Peter & Gordon + 1!

In this inaugural episode, Peter, Gordon & Jon dive deep into The Telegraph's "50 Best Albums of All Time" list curated by Chief Music Critic Neil McCormick. We each select three albums and tracks from this controversial countdown, debate their merits, their impact, and whether they truly deserve their place in the pantheon of popular music.

From 70s rock classics to genre-defining masterpieces, we discuss what makes these songs so influential and share our personal connections to the music. Expect passionate disagreements, nostalgic reminiscences and musical deep dives as we explore the songwriting, production techniques, cultural context, and lasting legacy of nine incredible albums that shaped popular music. Along the way, we share some humour and personal stories that shaped our love of music.

Tracks Discussed:

Peter's picks:

• You've Got a Friend - Carole King (Tapestry, 1971)
• What's Going On - Marvin Gaye (1971)
• Go Your Own Way - Fleetwood Mac (Rumours, 1977)

Gordon's picks:

• Trans Europe Express - Kraftwerk (1977)
• Tangled Up in Blue - Bob Dylan (Blood on the Tracks, 1975)
• Amelia - Joni Mitchell (Hejira, 1976)

Jon's picks:

• Eleanor Rigby - The Beatles (Revolver, 1966)
• Walk on the Wild Side - Lou Reed (Transformer, 1972)
• You Can Call Me Al - Paul Simon (Graceland, 1986)

Whether you agree with our takes or not, we guarantee you'll come away with a fresh perspective on some of the most celebrated records ever made - and probably a strong urge to revisit your own record collection.

IMPORTANT:

Due to music licensing restrictions, we can't include the original recordings on Spotify, Amazon or Apple, but we provide detailed analysis and commentary that will enhance your listening experience when you play these tracks yourself.

We encourage you to queue up these songs on your preferred streaming service and listen along with us, or check them out after the episode. We promise our discussion will give you a fresh appreciation for these classics!

Thoughts on our choices? Disagree completely? Like the podcast? We'd love to hear from you so do leave a comment!