The Worst of the Best Podcast

Hosts Ryan and Jason dive into a passionate discussion about Faith No More's iconic album Angel Dust, widely regarded by the hosts as one of the greatest albums in music history due to its groundbreaking production and creative evolution. The conversation explores the album's innovative sound, highlighting Mike Patton's significant influence as he integrated his experimental style from Mr. Bungle, marking a bold departure from the band's previous work, The Real Thing. They analyze key tracks like "Land of Sunshine," "Caffeine," and "Midlife Crisis," praising the album's technical production, distinct instrumentation, and Patton's versatile vocal delivery, while also addressing the creative tensions with guitarist Jim Martin, who felt sidelined by the album's direction. The hosts reflect on their personal experiences with the album, its cultural impact, and the challenge of selecting the "worst" song.