Episode
Les Paul & Leo Fender Part I
51:50
Published: Tue Aug 24 2021
Description
The story of Les Paul and Leo Fender defines rock and roll music. Listen in to part one of the tale of these two musical rivals. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapters
A promotion for I Heartland, an event featuring Wells Adams and Tyler Florence of Two Dudes in a Kitchen on I Heart Radio, followed by an ad for Inner Cosmos, a podcast by David Eagleman, exploring the relationship between the brain and experiences.
00:00 - 01:32 (01:32)
Summary
A promotion for I Heartland, an event featuring Wells Adams and Tyler Florence of Two Dudes in a Kitchen on I Heart Radio, followed by an ad for Inner Cosmos, a podcast by David Eagleman, exploring the relationship between the brain and experiences. Finally, a brief introduction to Stuff You Should Know, a podcast from I Heart Radio.
EpisodeLes Paul & Leo Fender Part I
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The invention of the electric guitar was made by several people, and its electrification had a larger impact than most people realize.
01:32 - 06:24 (04:52)
Summary
The invention of the electric guitar was made by several people, and its electrification had a larger impact than most people realize.
EpisodeLes Paul & Leo Fender Part I
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Robert Gunderson's life was marked with creativity and passion for improving things that he saw could be improved.
06:24 - 09:59 (03:34)
Summary
Robert Gunderson's life was marked with creativity and passion for improving things that he saw could be improved. Despite losing an eye, he continued to work on small circuit boards and other technical projects.
EpisodeLes Paul & Leo Fender Part I
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Leo Fender revolutionized the music industry and changed the sound of popular music by creating the first solid-body electric guitar that could be played at high volumes in live performances without unwanted feedback.
09:59 - 17:01 (07:01)
Summary
Leo Fender revolutionized the music industry and changed the sound of popular music by creating the first solid-body electric guitar that could be played at high volumes in live performances without unwanted feedback.
EpisodeLes Paul & Leo Fender Part I
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The electric guitar owes its existence to inventors like Les Paul who relentlessly pursued ways to make it sound even better, with a focus on loudness and clarity.
17:01 - 24:08 (07:06)
Summary
The electric guitar owes its existence to inventors like Les Paul who relentlessly pursued ways to make it sound even better, with a focus on loudness and clarity.
EpisodeLes Paul & Leo Fender Part I
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Les Paul revolutionized the world of music with his inventions that transformed how guitars were made and played, including the invention of the electric guitar and multi-track recording.
24:08 - 29:25 (05:17)
Summary
Les Paul revolutionized the world of music with his inventions that transformed how guitars were made and played, including the invention of the electric guitar and multi-track recording. He is credited with pioneering modern music techniques that led to the development of rock and roll music.
EpisodeLes Paul & Leo Fender Part I
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The speaker talks about his recent purchase of guitar tablatures and how he is excited as when he first got his guitar when he was 12.
29:26 - 33:56 (04:29)
Summary
The speaker talks about his recent purchase of guitar tablatures and how he is excited as when he first got his guitar when he was 12.
EpisodeLes Paul & Leo Fender Part I
PodcastStuff You Should Know
A prototype of the electric guitar was created in the 1940s as a result of experimenting with different pickups and the concept of a solid body.
33:57 - 37:23 (03:26)
Summary
A prototype of the electric guitar was created in the 1940s as a result of experimenting with different pickups and the concept of a solid body. Its unique design caught the attention of local bands who rented it for weekend shows and wowed audiences with its sound.
EpisodeLes Paul & Leo Fender Part I
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Bing Crosby and Les Paul's relationship was tied to music, with Les Paul's guitar invention helping Crosby's music career, and Paul's collaboration with Crosby producing a unique, mellow sound.
37:23 - 43:21 (05:58)
Summary
Bing Crosby and Les Paul's relationship was tied to music, with Les Paul's guitar invention helping Crosby's music career, and Paul's collaboration with Crosby producing a unique, mellow sound.
EpisodeLes Paul & Leo Fender Part I
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The guest talks about the incredible process of recording multiple tracks on one record and points out that rivals can still create incredible music together.
43:21 - 48:22 (05:00)
Summary
The guest talks about the incredible process of recording multiple tracks on one record and points out that rivals can still create incredible music together.
EpisodeLes Paul & Leo Fender Part I
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The podcast advertises a special two-part episode of Stuff You Should Know with no specific title given, as well as promoting the iHeartRadio app and a new podcast called Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman.
48:22 - 50:26 (02:04)
Summary
The podcast advertises a special two-part episode of Stuff You Should Know with no specific title given, as well as promoting the iHeartRadio app and a new podcast called Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman. The transcript ends with a mysterious statement about the Manta Walk Caves and a possible true crime podcast topic.