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In this episode of pplpod, we dive into the album that transformed Blue Öyster Cult from heavy metal outliers into a massive concert attraction: the 1976 classic, Agents of Fortune. We explore how the band achieved Platinum status with their biggest hit, the timeless and cryptic "(Don't Fear) The Reaper," which peaked at No. 12 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Join us as we break down the album's shift toward a polished hard rock sound, featuring contributions from every original band member including Buck Dharma and Eric Bloom, as well as a legendary collaboration with punk poet Patti Smith on "The Revenge of Vera Gemini". From the alien conspiracies of "E.T.I. (Extra Terrestrial Intelligence)" to the infamous "More Cowbell" debate, we uncover the stories behind this startlingly excellent entry in 70s rock history.