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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 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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English


Episodes
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REISSUE: Wilford Brimley - I'm Old Fashioned

4/30/2024
This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode originally aired in 2022.

Duration:00:16:09

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REISSUE: The Archies

4/23/2024
This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode originally aired in 2019.

Duration:00:14:19

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REISSUE: Having Fun With Elvis On Stage

4/15/2024
This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode from 2020.

Duration:00:17:24

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REISSUE: John Travolta

4/9/2024
This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode originally aired in 2020.

Duration:00:16:42

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REISSUE: Hulk Hogan and the Wrestling Boot Band - Hulk Rules

4/2/2024
This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode that originally aired in 2021.

Duration:00:19:46

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

3/27/2024
This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode, originally posted in 2021.

Duration:00:18:12

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REISSUE - Paris Hilton - Paris

2/27/2024
This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode originally aired in 2020.

Duration:00:20:52

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REISSUE: Meco - Star Wars and Other Galactic Funk

2/20/2024
This is a rebroadcast of one of Tony's favorite Bizarre Albums episodes from 2019. Support the show: patreon.com/bizarrealbums

Duration:00:15:37

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Carl Lewis & Electric Storm - Idaten

2/13/2024
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

Duration:00:17:35

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All Sports Band

2/6/2024
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

Duration:00:16:19

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SINGLES: Hervé Villechaize – Why

1/30/2024
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.

Duration:00:09:09

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Scott Baio - The Boys Are Out Tonight

1/23/2024
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

Duration:00:21:02

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REISSUE: The Best of Marcel Marceao

1/16/2024
This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode from 2021. New episodes return next week!

Duration:00:16:37

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REISSUE: Little Joe Sure Can Sing!

1/9/2024
This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode from 2022. The show will be back with new episodes on January 23!

Duration:00:20:55

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REISSUE: William Shatner - The Transformed Man

1/2/2024
This a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode from 2020.

Duration:00:16:50

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

12/26/2023
This is a rebroadcast of a Bizarre Albums episode from 2020. Support the show: patreon.com/bizarrealbums

Duration:00:17:20

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Terry Bradshaw Sings Christmas Songs For The Whole Family

12/19/2023
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

Duration:00:15:53

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The Regis Philbin Christmas Album

12/12/2023
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

Duration:00:21:22

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The Grip of Leadership

12/5/2023
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

Duration:00:18:49

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Dr Pepper. The Most Original Soft Drink Ever - Original Cast Album

11/28/2023
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

Duration:00:19:18