Barracuda Breakdowns

Chart trend

Position in the Music Commentary chart (US), last 90 days.

#1#94#187JunJulAugSep

#15

all-time peak

156

days in the top 50 since Jan 2026

Latest episodes

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37 - One (Metallica)

I can't remember anything... Support the show

Sep 2
33 min

36 - She Said She Said (The Beatles)

I know what it's like to be dead... Support the show

Aug 19
12 min

35 - Little Wing (Jimi Hendrix)

Well she's walkin... Support the show

Aug 5
18 min

34 - My Sweet Lord (George Harrison)

I really wanna know you! Support the show

Jul 21
15 min

33 - Hope Leaves (Opeth)

In the corner, beside my window... Support the show

Jul 9
15 min

32 - From The Beginning (Emerson, Lake & Palmer)

You were meant to be here! Support the show

Jul 2
9 min

31 - Smoke On The Water (Deep Purple)

Covering the iconic SOLO, and of course the riff & unusual chords. Support the show

Jun 25
15 min

30 - November Rain guitar solos (Guns N' Roses)

Slash's 3 beautiful solos! In the COLD November Rain... Support the show

Jun 18
16 min

29 - Weak And Powerless (A Perfect Circle)

Tilling my own grave to keep me level... Support the show

Jun 10
17 min

28 - Tangerine (Led Zeppelin)

Measuring a summer's day... Support the show

Jun 4
12 min

27 - Wouldn't It Be Nice (The Beach Boys)

Let's get inside Brian Wilson's head with this classic off 'Pet Sounds'. Imaginative, concise, adventurous. One of a kind! Work with me to develop yo

May 27
13 min

26 - Exit Music (For A Film) (Radiohead)

In everlasting peace! An epic track off OK Computer. Dive into all the little things I think make this song brilliant. Work with me: https://learn.danbarracuda.com/ow

May 20
14 min

25 - Walk (Pantera)

Known from the dawn of time! One of Dimebag Darrell's coolest guitar riffs and solos. Took me a WHILE to get this down. And even still...it's just so fast and a

May 14
14 min

24 - You Only Live Once (The Strokes)

I can't see the sunshine! Gorgeous track off the Strokes' third album. Check out the beautifully chords and melodies at play here. Special shoutout to my great

May 6
11 min

23 - Black (Pearl Jam)

So...why do I sear? Perfect harmony of lyrics and chords. And an unforgettable vocal performance. Support the show

Apr 28
14 min

22 - Pinball Wizard (The Who)

Even on my favorite table - he can beat my best! Very imaginative song. Other than the intro, we've got all major chords. Strong, powerful, and colorful. Super creat

Apr 22
11 min

21 - Sweet Child O' Mine (Guns N' Roses)

Where do we go now? The solo kicks off at an immediate key changes from D Major to E minor. Burst of color! Iconic licks all around. Let Me Break Down Your Song: https:

Apr 17
21 min

20 - Crazy On You (Heart)

Let me go *crazy on you* - not "crazy in love" - I misspoke that. This song is an absolute BANGER though, from the intro to the chorus to the bridge to the end. Insane wo

Apr 15
14 min

19 - Blackest Eyes (Porcupine Tree)

Swim with me into your blackest eyes. The perfect intro to the classic "In Absentia" released in 2002. The production is top notch and it's crafted impeccably well.

Apr 9
12 min

18 - Man In The Box (Alice In Chains)

Now you've sewn them shut! What a POWERFUL song with a great dose of peculiar and bluesy elements. The vocal is everything, and so are those harmonies! Let Me Break

Apr 7
12 min

Chart positions

Where Barracuda Breakdowns ranks today in each Apple Podcasts chart (US, Sep 13, 2026).

#75 ▲ 52 Music Commentary US

What listeners say

A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.

Even if you’re not musical, I bet you’ll like this! Dan’s enthusiasm and love for the music is like an irresistible wave that will sweep you up and make you want to pick up the nearest instrument! I bet you’ll play some air guitar while you listen. These breakdowns have helped me understand what’s going on in some of the songs I’ve loved for decades and they’ve helped me appreciate songs I thought I didn’t like. My guitar is thrilled that I’ve started listening to this podcast because it’s back in my hands, getting some love. If you want guidance and feedback on your songs, I couldn’t imagine a better person to give it. Just awesome and inspiring podcast.

sculptator · Apr 2026

These breakdowns bring back that feeling of first listening to so many great songs and give me a whole new appreciation for stuff I’ve heard a hundred times.

TCBinthe413 · Apr 2026

Seen an instagram post from Dan that said check out my podcast on this songs break down. I thought to myself a music breakdown with no video to watch could never work. But I fired up one episode…… and now I’m listening to them all day at work. These are great and I’m glad I gave this a listen.

john222333 · Apr 2026

I love watching his clips and hearing his breakdowns. He puts as much passion into the explanation as he does to the music and singing. It’s just immersive. I always feel like I got a great lesson in music theory.

KayceeMitre · Feb 2026

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