Ranking the Studio Albums: Tesla

Summary

In this episode of 'Ranking the Albums,' P Pardo from C Tranquility pays tribute to the late Pete Way and ranks the studio albums of '80s hard rock band Tesla. Despite having only eight albums, Tesla's discography is strong, making the ranking challenging. Pardo discusses the unique characteristics of each album, from the overproduced 'Shock' to the raw, bluesy 'Radio Controversy,' which tops the list. The summary highlights the evolution of Tesla's sound and their enduring appeal in the hard rock scene.

Takeaways

• 📀 Tesla is a US hard rock band that debuted in the 80s and is still active today.
• 🎸 Pete Pardo pays tribute to Pete Way, the late bassist from UFO and Wasted.
• 📊 Tesla has eight studio albums, and their discography spans over 30 years.
• 🧐 The ranking starts with 'Shock' (2019) at number eight, produced by Phil Collen of Def Leppard.
• 🔄 'Into the Now' (2004) marks Tesla's comeback after a decade-long break and ranks seventh.
• 💿 'Forevermore' (2008) ranks sixth and features strong hard rock and blues influences.
• 🥇 The top five starts with 'Bust a Nut' (1994), noted for its strong tracks and good production.
• 🔝 'Simplicity' (2014) ranks fourth, praised for its heaviness and strong songwriting.
• 🎶 'Psychotic Supper' (1991) is in third place, featuring several classic Tesla tracks.
• 🏆 The top two albums are 'Mechanical Resonance' (1986) and 'The Great Radio Controversy' (1989), both considered classics with memorable songs and strong production.

Q & A

Who is the host of the 'Ranking the Albums' series?

The host of the 'Ranking the Albums' series is P Pardo from C Tranquility.

Which band's studio albums are being discussed in the script?

The band being discussed is Tesla, a US hard rock band that debuted in the 80s.

What was the significance of the date the script was recorded?

The script was recorded on a day following the passing of Pete Way, the late bass player from UFO, to whom the host pays tribute.

How many studio albums does Tesla have according to the script?

Tesla has eight studio albums according to the script.

What is the title of Tesla's 2019 album?

The title of Tesla's 2019 album is 'Shock'.

Who produced Tesla's 'Shock' album?

Tesla's 'Shock' album was produced by Phil Collin from Def Leppard.

What is the ranking of Tesla's 'Shock' album in the host's list?

In the host's list, Tesla's 'Shock' album is ranked at number eight.

What is the title of Tesla's album that was released in 2004 after a decade-long hiatus?

The album released by Tesla in 2004 after a decade-long hiatus is titled 'Into the Now'.

Which Tesla album is considered by the host to be one of their classics?

The host considers 'Psychotic Supper' from 1991 to be one of Tesla's classic albums.

What album is ranked number one on the host's list of Tesla's studio albums?

The album ranked number one on the host's list is 'Radio Controversy' from 1989.

What is the host's recommendation for someone unfamiliar with Tesla's music?

The host recommends that someone unfamiliar with Tesla should start by getting their first three albums.

What does the host describe as Tesla's signature song length?

The host describes Tesla's signature song length as being between three and a half to five minutes long.

What characteristic of Tesla's music does the host find appealing?

The host finds Tesla's raw, gritty, bluesy hard rock and metal sound appealing, which he feels predated bands like Badlands.

How does the host describe the production style of Tesla's 'Shock' album?

The host describes the production style of 'Shock' as being too clean and electronic sounding, deviating from Tesla's usual raw and bluesy style.

What is the significance of the song 'Little Suzie' in the script?

The song 'Little Suzie' is mentioned as a great song from Tesla's debut album 'Mechanical Resonance'.

What is the host's opinion on Tesla's evolution over the years?

The host believes that Tesla has evolved while maintaining their signature sound, with later period albums like 'Simplicity' being particularly strong.

What does the host suggest about the length of Tesla's songs?

The host suggests that Tesla's songs are of perfect length, typically ranging from three and a half to five minutes, allowing for great songwriting and musicianship without being too long.

How does the host describe Tesla's vocal harmonies?

The host describes Tesla's vocal harmonies as memorable and alluring, contributing to the band's unique sound.