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1973's Volcanic Rock: Australian Hard Rock and Thunderous Riffs 06 Feb 202501:26:14
EPYSODE 23: Volcanic Rock by Buffalo. Guest: Buffalo lead singer Dave Tice. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. This week we dive into "Volcanic Rock", the fiery 1973 album by Australian rock legends Buffalo. Known for its raw energy and blistering guitar riffs, the album blends hard rock with bluesy undertones, establishing Buffalo as one of the era's most underrated bands. We’re joined by lead singer Dave Tice, who shares behind-the-scenes stories and insights into the creation of this heavy classic. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Volcanic Rock" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4gpxrCXXh2tqHEYfmxQ5PB?si=f7eeec3a871f446e PARISH HALL "How Can You Win" BILLY THORPE & THE AZTECS “Poison Ivy” BILLY THORPE & THE AZTECS “Gangster of Love” BLACKFEATHER “At The Mountains Of Madness” HOWLIN’ WOLF “Smokestack Lightning” THE ROLLING STONES “I’m Alright” THE PAUL BUTTERFIELD BLUES BAND “Two Trains Running” *HEAD “Hobo” BUFFALO “Leader” BUFFALO “Sunrise (Come My Way)” BUFFALO “Freedom” BUFFALO “’Till My Death” BUFFALO “The Prophet” BUFFALO “Pound Of Flesh” BUFFALO “Shylock” BUFFALO “I’m A Skirt Lifter (Not A Shirt Raiser)” BUFFALO “Taste It Don’t Waste It” BUFFALO “Hotel Ladies” ROSE TATTOO “Stuck On You” SOUTHERN CROSS “Money Maker” THE COUNT BISHOPS “I Need You” THE COUNT BISHOPS “I Want Candy” BUFFALO REVISITED “The Prophet” BLACK SABBATH “Symptom Of The Universe” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune into the next Epysode to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC “Boom!” ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1970's Parish Hall: The American Blues-Rock Trio 30 Jan 202500:37:20
Epysode 22: Parish Hall by Parish Hall. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. Ah yes, the "Power Trio". So many famous ones come to mind...The Jimi Hendrix Experience, Cream, Blue Cheer, Rush...the list goes on and on. But in this epysode, we dive into a NOT so famous one. Very little is known about the band Parish Hall. They only recorded the one album, but it's a beauty. If you like early 70's blues-rock, this one is going to hit home for you. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Parish Hall" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3vHT5LwsSVadPcA2x3CVT4?si=0e348a40db6d4a79  *FAIR WEATHER - God Cried Mother CREAM - Sunshine Of Your Love THE JIMI HENDRIX EXPERIENCE - Foxey Lady TASTE - Blister On The Moon MUDDY WATERS - Rollin’ And Tumblin’ *CHOSEN FEW - Nobody But Me *THE GARY WAGNER BLUES BAND - I Can’t Go On Without You PARISH HALL - My Eyes Are Getting Heavy PARISH HALL - Dynaflow PARISH HALL - Ain’t Feeling Too Bad PARISH HALL - Silver Ghost PARISH HALL - Skid Row Runner PARISH HALL - Lucanna PARISH HALL - We’re Gonna Burn Together PARISH HALL - Somebody Got The Blues PARISH HALL - How Can You Win PARISH HALL - Take Me With You When You Go ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? - tune into the next Epysode to find out… *NEWPORT ELECTRIC - Seemed Like A Good Idea At The Time ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1968's Dragonfly: Guitar-heavy Psychedelic Fuzz 10 Jan 202501:01:29
EPYSODE 15: Dragonfly by Dragonfly. Guest: Dragonfly guitarist Randy Russ. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". Hooking up with a couple of managers from California, they thought they were on their way to the big time. But while the band was living off a $12/day allowance, the managers were getting their cars reupholstered and buying custom-made alligator briefcases.  They released one album as The Legend - a mediocre effort of cover tunes and songs from outside musicians thanks to decisions made by the management team. For the second time out though, it was a different story. Given creative freedom, they created a monster, guitar-centric, psychy-blues/rock gem. But continued battles with management resulted in the band breaking up before the album was even released. The label decided to release it under a new name ("Dragonfly"), with no band information on the cover. And just after it was released, the record company closed shop. An album by a defunct band with no record label released in a sleeve with no band information was destined to sink without a trace. One fantastic review at the time wasn't enough to save this one from obscurity.  If you like your 60's rock loud, hard and heavy, crank it up and check this one out. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Dragonfly" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== You can read an article about the story of this band and album at The Psychedelic Scene here: ⁠ https://psychedelicscene.com/2024/10/09/psychedelic-relics-dragonfly-by-dragonfly/   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5It8pIh52lw3XyAIleN6Ga?si=3W9M4GzQT_mhfaixFPlocw   GARY HIGGINS “Thicker Than A Smokey” *THE LORDS OF LONDON (U.S. version) “Broken Heart C.O.D.” *THE BUNDY’S “I Don’t Need You” MIKE RENOLDS AND THE INFANTS OF SOUL “When Will I Find You” *THE LORDS OF LONDON (Canadian version) “Within Your Mind” *THE LEGEND “The Kids are Alright” *THE LEGEND “Cold Wind in August” *THE LEGEND FEATURING MIKE KELLY “I Like the Little Girls” THE LEGEND “Portrait of Youth” (Credited on Spotify to Dragonfly) THE LEGEND “Enjoy Yourself” (Credited on Spotify to Dragonfly) DRAGONFLY “Blue Monday” DRAGONFLY “Enjoy Yourself” DRAGONFLY “Hoochie Coochie Man” DRAGONFLY “I Feel It” DRAGONFLY “Trombodo” DRAGONFLY “Portrait of Youth” DRAGONFLY “Crazy Woman” DRAGONFLY “She Don’t Care” DRAGONFLY “Time Has Slipped Away” DRAGONFLY “To Be Free” DRAGONFLY “Miles Away” *JIMMY CARL BLACK WITH BIG SONNY AND THE LO BOYS “Sick and Tired” ?? MYSTERY BAND ?? Tune into the next epysode to hear this band’s story... NEWPORT ELECTRIC “Mattagami River” ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1973's Red Hash: Prison, Psychedelia, and Redemption 10 Jan 202501:02:02
EPYSODE 14: Red Hash by Gary Higgins. Guest: Gary Higgins. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". Here's the scenario: you've been convicted of a crime and have only a few weeks before you begin to serve your jail sentence. What would YOU do with that time? For Gary Higgins, that answer was simple: corrale your musical buddies and knock out a fantastic psychedelic-folk album. No time for rehearsal, just get in the studio, quickly work out the tunes and get 'em down. Gary had just enough time to complete the recordings before he changed his address to the Conneticut State Penitentiary. His pals completed the mixing, mastering, cover design and got a few hundred copies pressed. And then it sank into obscurity for decades... After completing his sentence Gary rebuilt his life, focusing on his family and his job as a nurse. "Red Hash" was in the rear view mirror...or so he thought. Decades later he started noticing his "lost classic" was commanding huge dollars. A push by Drag City Records to find Gary finally paid off and almost 40 years after quickly recording an album that hardly anyone heard, "Red Hash" got a proper re-release briging much deserved attention and critical acclaim to his music. It even allowed him to record a follow up album. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Red Hash" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7dIkwwXhnGaD6sGzDB51jf?si=ad171dd9a36046b3 MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Soulful Lady” GARY HIGGINS “Thicker Than a Smokey” GARY HIGGINS “It Didn’t Take Too Long” GARY HIGGINS “Windy Child” GARY HIGGINS “Telegraph Towers” GARY HIGGINS “I Can’t Sleep At Night” GARY HIGGINS “Cuckoo” GARY HIGGINS “I Pick Notes From the Sky” GARY HIGGINS “Stable the Spuds” GARY HIGGINS “Down on the Farm” GARY HIGGINS “Unable to Fly” GARY HIGGINS “Looking for June” 6 ORGANS OF ADMITTANCE “Thicker than a Smokey” GARY HIGGINS “Demons” GARY HIGGINS “Don’t Ya Know” GARY HIGGINS “Last Great Sperm Whale” GARY HIGGINS “Stormy Weather” RANDOM CONCEPT “Old Friend” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? ...tune into the next Epysode to learn the story of this band... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Tales Of Woe" ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1970's Fully Qualified Survivor: Grit, Grace, and Guitar Mastery 10 Jan 202501:29:24
EPYSODE 13: Fully Qualified Survivor by Michael Chapman. Guests: Andru Chapman, Bridget St. John & Steve Gunn. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". In this Epysode we delve into the career of an artist that spanned 5 decades, who recorded more than 50 albums, was adored by generations of musicians and who critics fawned over...yet hardly anyone knows his name. Michael was an immensely skilled guitarist and an excellent songwriter who released album after album to critical acclaim. Even his last albums - more than 50 years after his debut were considered among his best. Here was an artist who never settled, continually pushing musical boundaries...maybe that's why he remained on the fringes.  "Fully Qualified Survivor" is universally considered his best album and we dive into it track by track, though an artist with this body of work has to be explored further, so we also make pit stops throughout the rest of his amazing career too. Michael Chapman is a name most people have never heard of and that's a shame, as I can't think of another artist with this amount of incredible work who is more deserving of recognition. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Fully Qualified Survivor" and the rest of Michael's incredible career as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== I used portions of two interviews with Michael for the show. The first was by UK Rock History, and you can hear the full interview here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N190mQheNyM⁠ The second was by Secret Records Limited and you can also hear that full interview here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1MBhckOTLo   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4TrYk3aWbSHRb8cMBxOFGy?si=7ab618e97809468b THE ROSE GARDEN “Next Plane to London” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Rainmaker” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “No One Left to Care” BRIDGET ST. JOHN “Ask Me No Questions” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Aviator” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Naked Ladies and Electric Ragtime” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Stranger in the Room” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Postcards of Scarborough” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Fishbeard Sunset” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Soulful Lady” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Rabbit Hills” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “March Rain” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Kodak Hills” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Andru’s Easy Rider” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Trinkets and Rings” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “An Old Man Remembers” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Wrecked Again” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Firewater Dreams” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Deal Gone Down” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Among the Trees” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Northern Lights” *MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Heartbeat” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “The Resurrection of Clayton Peacock” JACK ROSE “Kensington Blues” STEVE GUNN “Way Out Weather” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “Memphis in Winter” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “That Time of Night” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “The Youth is Wasted on the Young” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “It’s Too Late” MICHAEL CHAPMAN “New York Ladies (live)” *BRIDGET ST. JOHN “Aviator” ?? MYSTERY ARTIST ?? Tune in to the next epysode to hear his story... *NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Beauty In The Wasteland" ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!!     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1968's The Rose Garden: Forgotten 60s West Coast Folk Rock 10 Jan 202501:05:47
EPYSODE 12: The Rose Garden by The Rose Garden. Guests: Rose Garden bandmembers John Noreen and Bill Fleming. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". Mid 60's Los Angeles; a band called "The Blokes" were knocking out their versions of Beatles and note-for-note, immaculate copies of Byrds songs when a chance meeting with Gene Clark - who had just left the Byrds culminates with him joining the teenagers on stage for a couple of tunes. Next thing you know, he's giving them some of his songs and writes one specifically for them to record. He even considers managing them at one point.  Adding a new lead singer, they change their name and record one folk-rock gem that spawns a hit and an appearance on American Bandstand. The future looks bright, but some poor management decisions combined with Uncle Sam's draft notices derails their momentum and we're left only with the one album and a follow up single.  With help from Rose Garden guitarist John Noreen and bassist Bill Fleming, we dive into this self-titled 1968 folk-rock beauty. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "The Rose Garden" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7skVY3785KJ7XYTZDVNzDB?si=67e9e41dcdb54d37 BOWES ROAD BAND “Grass is Grass” THE BYRDS “Feel a Whole Lot Better” GENE CLARK “Till Today” (demo) GENE CLARK “A Long Time” (demo) *THE GIANT SUNFLOWER “February Sunshine” THE ROSE GARDEN “Next Plane to London” REDBONE “Come and Get Your Love” THE ROSE GARDEN “I’m Only Second” THE ROSE GARDEN “February Sunshine” THE ROSE GARDEN “Coins of Fun” THE ROSE GARDEN “Rider” THE ROSE GARDEN “She Belongs To Me” THE ROSE GARDEN “Flower Town” THE ROSE GARDEN “Till Today” THE ROSE GARDEN “Look What You’ve Done” THE ROSE GARDEN “Long Time” *THE ROSE GARDEN “If My World Falls Through” *THE ROSE GARDEN “Here’s Today” *ROTUNDI “Everyone and Everything” THE DELEVANTES “Long About That Time” SMITH “Baby It’s You” ?? MYSTERY ARTIST ?? Tune into the next epysode to hear his story... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Yippie-i-o" ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1973's Back in the HCA: The Mind-blowing Crate Digging Story10 Jan 202501:06:51
EPYSODE 11: Back In The HCA by The Bowes Road Band. Guests: All 4 Bowes Road Band Members - Alan Lewis, Phil Rawle, Dave Pescod, Ted Rockley plus Jakarta Records label co-owner Jannis Stürtz. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". In a Rodriguez-like tale, we hear how an album recorded 50 years earlier for a school project gets discovered in the unlikliest of places by the one person who can make a story like this happen. This "band" didn't even have a name until 2023, and now hundreds of thousands of people have streamed their album and bought vinyl copies. From an original private press of 50 copies to international attention, it's an amazing story about a wonderful album their creators made and then for all intents and purposes completely forgot about for 50 years. With help from all four band members and the record label owner, we hear this incredible two-part story: the unbelievable fortune the band had to even get the album recorded in the first place and then the even more unbelievable tale of how it was discovered decades later. "It's like digging up a time capsule", the band says. As great as the story is...the music is even better! BONUS: With approval from the band and record label, we are also happy to include a track left off the reissue, playing it in it's entirety here, making it the world-wide exclusive premeire of the track! Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Back In The HCA" as much as I do... - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4BIN7NjJpResxbtoSNSqvD?si=1b9ec50582ae4f57 CHRISTMAS "Heritage" THE CREATION "Painter Man" BOWES ROAD BAND "Grass Is Grass" BOWES ROAD BAND "Tomorrow's Truth" BOWES ROAD BAND "Goodbye To Rosie" BOWES ROAD BAND "I Hear A Knocking" (aka "Inside My Head") BOWES ROAD BAND "Doctor, Doctor" BOWES ROAD BAND "Two Fingers" *THE PHOENIX RISING BAND "North London Boy And Girl" ??MYSTERY ARTIST??...Tune in to the next Epysode to find out... *BOWES ROAD BAND "Back In The HCA" NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Yippie-i-o" ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1970's Heritage: Fierce Canadian Psychedelic Rock10 Jan 202501:26:33
EPYSODE 10: Heritage by Christmas. GUEST: Christmas bandleader Bob Bryden. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". Welcome to Canada, eh! We’ve showcased albums from around the globe but this time out it’s an all Canadian affair as we discuss the incredible career of Bob Bryden. From his early teen days as the “accidental musician” to his time with Reign Ghost and the formation of Christmas, “I wanted to start my dream band”. We dig into each track of their fantastic 1970 album "Heritage" and discuss their follow up "Lies to Live By" and the ultimate dissolution of the band. Bob’s story doesn’t end there though as we then chat about his other bands and his solo career as well as his time producing one of Canada’s premier punk bands. He’s had a fascinating life in music with many great albums along the way. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Heritage" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===LINKS=== Check out Bob’s music at ⁠https://bobbryden.bandcamp.com⁠ Check out Bob’s YouTube video for the song “Cowboys are Guys you can Trust”, dedicated to Cousin Bill here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfc3nqr7ZD8 ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2SRrlKdAWtNEHT0ytQwn9J?si=54e2b2cacbed46fa BLONDE ON BLONDE “Heart Without a Home” JEFFERSON AIRPLANE “Saturday Afternoon” THE DOORS “The End” BOB BRYDEN “Cowboys Are Guys you can Trust” REIGN GHOST “Reaching” REIGN GHOST “Southern Hemisphere Blues” REIGN GHOST “Enola Gay” REIGN GHOST “Long Day Journey” REIGN GHOST “Solar Nice” CHRISTMAS “Just Suppose” CHRISTMAS “Jungle Fabulous” CHRISTMAS “Don’t Give it Away” CHRISTMAS “Zenith” CHRISTMAS “Rise Up” CHRISTMAS “Goin’ To Oklahoma” CHRISTMAS “Something Borrowed” CHRISTMAS “Point Blank” CHRISTMAS “Zephyr Song” CHRISTMAS “Bustin’ Out Tonight” CHRISTMAS “Blues on an Iceberg” CHRISTMAS “April Mountain” CHRISTMAS “Heritage” CHRISTMAS “I am a Song (Sing Me)” CHRISTMAS “When Night Falls” *PRESTON WYNN “Happy Man” THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS “Voice in the Wilderness” THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS “The Factory” *BENZINE JAG “Heavy Water” AGE OF MIRRORS “Talk to the Crowd” BOB BRYDEN “Love in the Atomic Age” THE FORGOTTEN REBELS “No Beatles Reunion” ??MYSTERY BAND?? tune in to the next Epysode to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC “Yippie-i-o”  ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1970's Rebirth: Underrated British Psych-prog10 Jan 202501:09:50
EPYSODE 09: Rebirth by Blonde On Blonde. GUEST: Blonde On Blonde vocalist/guitarist Dave Thomas. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". In this epysode, we dive into this Welsh band's 2nd album, Rebirth. Dave Thomas provides detailed background information of the band's formation, their time on the BBC, touring with major acts, their 1969 Isle of Wight performance and the recording of their third and final album when they knew it would be their last. We also discuss Dave's resurgence, decades later ("I signed my second recording contract at the tender age of 70").  Blonde On Blonde mixed folk, psychedelia, blues-rock and prog all into a unique style all their own.  It's a great story of a great band and album.  Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Rebirth" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===LINKS=== Check out Dave Thomas's website at ⁠https://davethomasblues.uk⁠ I used a portion of the following fan review of Ralph Denyer's book "The Guitar Handbook" in the show. To listen/watch the full review, click here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQ0bqjfW50o ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/40eD3PNpfPl1XtpYLYuXpl?si=6017ee4a1fba41c9 FUCHSIA “Shoes And Ships” JIMMY REED “Bright Lights, Big City” BLONDE ON BLONDE “All Day All Night” BLONDE ON BLONDE “Country Life” BLONDE ON BLONDE “Eleanor Rigby” AQUILA “Flight of the Golden Bird” BLONDE ON BLONDE “Castles in the Sky” BLONDE ON BLONDE “Broken Hours” BLONDE ON BLONDE “Heart Without a Home” BLONDE ON BLONDE “Time is Passing” BLONDE ON BLONDE “Circles” BLONDE ON BLONDE “November” BLONDE ON BLONDE “Colour Questions” BLONDE ON BLONDE “You’ll Never Know Me/Release” BLONDE ON BLONDE “Happy Families” *CRYSTAL SUSPENSION “Boats” GREENSLADE “Country Dance” G AND T “Green and Pleasant Land” DAVE THOMAS “One More Mile” ??MYSTERY BAND??...tune into the next epysode to find out...   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1971's Fuchsia: A 40-Year Hidden Progressive Folk Masterpiece10 Jan 202501:32:33
EPYSODE 08: Fuchsia by Fuchsia. Guest: Fuchsia bandleader Tony Durant. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". Exeter University, 1971. Hearing classical music played in lunchtime concerts sparks a creative idea for a young student who decides "I can do that!". Corralling 5 classmates, they help develop his uniquely written songs melding rock with classical instrumentation. Together they record a brilliant album that goes completely unnoticed. Without an opportunity to record a follow up, the band split and the album is forgotten...until 40 years later when it makes a suprise comeback re-igniting the career of their songwriter and bandleader, kickstarting an unlikely "Act II" of the Fuchsia story. A fantastic interview with Tony Durant who helps tell the story of this amazing album.  Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Fuchsia" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== I used a portion of an interview with drummer Chris Cutler, interviewed by Progdocs.com. You can hear the full interview here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLCKNg9XbBU&t=59s⁠ I used a portion of the Gormenghast series, by Marvin Peake, narrated by Padded Cell Studios. Specifially book 1 "Titus Groan", chapter 6: Fuchsia. Here is a link to this chapter, and from there you can seek out the entire series: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kdCa9FGnZdE&t=7s ===AIR OARS END O'MISHUNS=== Tony wanted to ensure that songwriting credit for the song "Me And My Kite" was properly given to Bob Chudley. This was not mentioned in the epysode. ===THE MUSIC=== Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured in this epysode: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2JpQBeWIUxWWSjM769xlIx?si=91887391abe9472a     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1959's The Fabulous Wailers: Garage Rock Pioneers10 Jan 202501:04:45
EPYSODE 07: The Fabulous Wailers by The Wailers. Guest: Wailers guitarist Neil Andersson. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". In this epysode we go WAY back...all the way to the start of what we now call "Garage Rock". Many music scholars point to The Wailers as being the first true Garage Rock band. My guest Neil Andersson has a very unique perspective on the band. Before he joined, he was a fan! He would play along to Wailers albums having no idea that one day he would have the good fortune to join them. He tells the story about being nervous for his first gig with the band opening for the Everly Brothers in front of 2000 fans...with no rehearsal! The Wailers version of 'Louie Louie' became the template for all others to follow, including the most well known version by the Kingsmen (they even copied the yelp before the solo). These guys even started their own label (as teenagers!) and released the first albums by The Sonics.  It's a fascinating story about a fantastic band that was pivotal in influencing so many acts to follow. You like Hendrix's "Spanish Castle Magic"? Thank The Wailers for that too... Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics, I hope you dig "The Fabulous Wailers" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== Check out Neil Andersson's fantastic music and art at his website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.neilandersson.com/⁠⁠ I used a few seconds of another podcast called "History of Rock Music in 500 Songs", specifically Episode 106 which discusses the history of the song 'Louie Louie'. This episode goes into great detail of this song, providing much more information and insight than I had time to discuss here. I highly recommend this podcast to any music fans, it's excellent. Here is the link to the episode I referenced: ⁠⁠ https://500songs.com/podcast/episode-106-louie-louie-by-the-kingsmen/⁠⁠ ===THE MUSIC=== Here's a Spotify playlist featuring all the tracks used in this epysode: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6rWCvNsANERVZUK80cY3C8?si=91fc155b359f4123   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1969's Heya: Roots and Psychedelic Soul10 Jan 202501:03:02
EPYSODE 06: Heya! by J.J. Light. Guest: J.J. Light (aka Jim Stallings). Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". In this epysode we hear the tale of how an American artist recorded an album featuring songs about his Navajo background, with the title track becoming a smash hit in Europe...yet inexplicably the record company decided not to release the album in North America. What?!? The album was recorded with a huge budget and had most of The Wrecking Crew as session musicians, which automatically means you are in for a good time. J.J. Light was an artist that should have gone on to more fame and fortune, but as it turns out success was his biggest failure. I hope you dig "Heya!" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===THE MUSIC=== Here's a Spotify playlist featuring all the songs used in this epysode: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78auu3RPQ21eohWMJp5AuC?si=e0317ac528c64419     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1970's Beginning from an End: Underrated British Treasure 23 Jan 202501:13:10
EPYSODE 21: Beginning From An End by Fairweather. Guest: Andy Fairweather-Low. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. When you're in a band that has had a string of smash hits, it's not easy to walk away. But that's exactly what Andy Fairweather-Low did when he said goodbye to Amen Corner, who were at the peak of their game scoring a #1 and several other top 10 hits. Andy wanted to move from just singing to playing guitar and he wanted to write more of his own material. Thus from the end of Amen Corner came the beginning of Fair Weather. They released two albums in the early 70's taking in influences from American soul combined with the English psych and prog sounds they were surrounded by. Andy of course went on to a very successful career with solo albums and working on a host of amazing projects as a sideman for the stars. And he's still going, still releasing great music. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Beginning From An End" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== Check out Andy's great stuff at ⁠⁠https://andyfairweatherlow.com/⁠⁠   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Normally I add a Spotify link for a playlist, but this album is not available. BENT WIND - Sacred Cows MIKE SARNE - Come Outside THE ROLLING STONES - Talkin’ ‘Bout You BESSIE SMITH - Me And My Gin AMEN CORNER - Gin House Blues AMEN CORNER - The World Of Broken Hearts AMEN CORNER - If Paradise Is Half As Nice AMEN CORNER - Get Back AMEN CORNER - Scream And Scream Again FAIR WEATHER - Natural Sinner FAIR WEATHER - God Cried Mother FAIR WEATHER - Don’t Mess With Cupid FAIR WEATHER - Dead And Past SMILEY LEWIS - I Hear You Knockin’ DAVE EDMUNDS - I Hear You Knockin’ FAIR WEATHER - I Hear You Knockin’ FAIR WEATHER - Ain’t No Friend FAIR WEATHER - Sit And Think FAIR WEATHER - Looking For The Red Label FAIR WEATHER - Poor Man’s Bum-A-Run FAIR WEATHER - Let Your Mind Roll On FAIR WEATHER - The Blues Today ANDY FAIRWEATHER-LOW - Every Day I Die ANDY FAIRWEATHER-LOW - Spider Jiving ANDY FAIRWEATHER-LOW - Wide Eyed And Legless ERIC CLAPTON - Rollin’ And Tumblin’ ANDY FAIRWEATHER-LOW - Waiting On The Up ANDY FAIRWEATHER-LOW - At The End Of All The Roads ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? - Tune in to next Epysode to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC - Bad Idea ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1971's Shape of the Rain: Underground British Psych Revelation09 Jan 202500:58:50
EPYSODE 05: Riley, Riley, Wood & Waggett by Shape Of The Rain. Guests: Ian ("Tag") Waggett, Shape of the Rain drummer; David McPhie, Shape of the Rain band manager; with additional audio excerpts used with permission of Keith Riley, Shape of the Rain singer/guitarist/songwriter. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". A SPECIAL NOTE ABOUT THIS EPYSODE: The Shape of the Rain epysode was completed a few weeks ago. I had intended to release it earlier than this, however on the day before it was set to be published news broke that Keith Riley had passed away. I made the decision to leave the epysode as is, recorded when Keith was still alive. I felt re-editing would take away from the story. Instead I added a short prologue to commemorate Keith's life. He was an extraordinary talent and I can only hope my love for his music comes across in this epysode. I love this band, I love this album and I love Keith's songwriting. RIP Keith, you will be missed. In this epysode, we learn how this fantastic UK band was influenced by the West Coast sounds of Love, HP Lovecraft etc. to create a unique sound all their own. With excellent songwriting from band leader Keith Riley, they incorporated 12 string guitars with a pedal steel - very unusual for a psychedelic band to use at that time.  Shape of the Rain played with EVERY major band of the day. Only releasing one album in their lifetime, it's the classic tale of a band who had all the components to be major stars. However fate it seems had other plans. I hope you dig "Riley, Riley, Wood & Waggett" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== A recent reissue of their lone album is a great addition for fans as it includes not only a remastered version of the album, but a plethora of fantastic unreleased tracks plus a complete live album. Buy this today! ⁠⁠ https://www.cherryred.co.uk/shape-of-the-rain-riley-riley-wood-amp-waggett-3cd-digipak#:~:text=It's%20a%20fascinating%20overview%20of,immediately%20post%2DBeatles%20new%20dawn⁠⁠.    ===THE MUSIC=== Here's a Spotify playlist featuring all the tracks used in this epysode: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2kqvEAJuZLn7OB8FoIe7zz?si=1a845f59435d4f69     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1969's A Gathering of Promises: Vinyl Relics Explores a Hidden Psychedelic Classic09 Jan 202501:03:52
EPYSODE 04: A Gathering Of Promises by Bubble Puppy. Guest: Bubble Puppy drummer David Fore. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". In this epysode we learn how this Texan band came swinging right out of the gates with a smokin' hit in 1969. After some unfortunate record company shenanigans they were forced to move to another label and change their name to Demian. One album later and with a promising future ahead, it all falls apart. "It was stupid. Don't ever be in a band!", David said jokingly. We also end the debate as to which album is better - "A Gathering of Promises" or "Demian". David also assists in my pronunciation! I hope you dig "A Gathering of Promises" as much as I do! - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== David is still recording and performing live. You can see his information at ⁠⁠www.davidfore.com⁠⁠. Also check out his substack if you want to get first-hand accounts of life as a rock 'n' roll star in the late 60's/early 70's. It's a fantasatic read, always informative and entertaining. Here's the link: ⁠⁠https://davidfore.substack.com/⁠    ===THE MUSIC=== Here's a Spotify playlist featuring all the tracks used in this epysode: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7bcYnBV8mlcbp1UKlQRbaj?si=a913d799b78b4d3a     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1969's Mighty Baby: Mystic Jam Rock Unleashed09 Jan 202500:51:37
EPYSODE 03: Mighty Baby by Mighty Baby. Guest: Mighty Baby's Ian Whiteman. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". In this epysode, we hear how the UK mod/soul-inspired band The Action - who were produced by none other than George Martin - morphed into Mighty Baby. Vocalist/multi-instrumentalist Ian Whiteman joins the show to talk about his memories of his days with this fascinating band that is often cited as "England's Grateful Dead" due to the improvisational elements of their live shows, which culminated as the closing act on day one of 1970's famous Isle of Wight festival in front of 600,000 people. "People compared us the Grateful Dead, but not really. We were more structured", Ian said. Ian shares some great stories about his bandmates, the songs and who was influencing them ("The Byrds had a seismic effect"). We do a track analysis, see what the critics had to say and of course we hear from Uncle Herff. I hope you dig "Mighty Baby" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===AIR OARS END O'MISHUNS=== In this epysode I mistakenly credited the artwork for the Mighty Baby LP to guitarist Martin Stone; the design was actually the work of artist Martin Sharp. ===THE MUSIC=== Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured in this epysode: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/213u6KIfJ8afGIFQ5fXh2S?si=04f3378794fe4f11   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1968's Suddenly One Summer: Psychedelic Dreams and Teenage Genius08 Jan 202500:30:58
EPYSODE 01: Suddenly One Summer by J.K. & Co. Guest: Suddenly One Summer Musician/Arranger Bob Buckley. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". In this epysode, Farmer John unearths the fantastic 1968 psychedelic album "Suddenly One Summer". Guest Bob Buckley worked on the album and acted as the arranger. Bob solves the mystery of which musicians played on this record (note: even the liner notes of a recent reissue have it wrong!). Background information, track analysis, reviews and of course we hear from Uncle Herff. I hope you dig "Suddenly One Summer" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== For more information on Bob Buckley's impressive career, visit ⁠www.bobbuckley.com⁠.   ===THE MUSIC=== Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured in this epysode. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6aBI7Udi8EMZwpC3P79xny?si=86d2ef69fcd44ee0     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1970's Blue Mountain Eagle: Psych From the Ashes of Buffalo Springfield09 Jan 202500:43:41
EPYSODE 02: Blue Mountain Eagle by Blue Mountain Eagle. Guest: Blue Mountain Eagle drummer Don Poncher. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". In this epysode, Farmer John unearths the fantastic self titled album by West Coast band Blue Mountain Eagle. A unique group featuring 3 guitarists, 5 vocalists and 5 songwriters. Hear how this band was formed from the ashes of Buffalo Springfield. Fans of that band and of the West Coast sound that was dominant in the mid to late 60's should definitely explore this album. Background information, track analysis, reviews and of course we hear from Uncle Herff. I hope you dig "Blue Mountain Eagle" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===THE MUSIC=== Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured in this epysode. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4taWHCIXWSTaYZVOpjtjdd?si=9a056ac55a8d4da5     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Introductory Epysode04 Jan 202400:07:15
*This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". Welcome to Psychedelic Relics!  This is a short introductory epysode to give you an idea of what we're all about. A full epysode is coming your way soon, stay tuned! Bonus content will be available at: https://www.patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024 In Memoriam: Imagining the Ultimate Tribute Fantasy Band | Vinyl Relics16 Jan 202501:29:17
Here’s a special Epysode to tide you over until our next featured album. Every year Uncle Herff and I create a fantasy band with members who passed away in the most recent calendar year. Sadly, 2024 was another rough year for fans as we lost so many wonderful musicians.  We will miss all these artists immensely. The great jam in the sky just keeps getting bigger and bigger. RIP to all those we lost...your music will live on forever. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===AIR OARS END O'MISHUNS=== In the wrap up at the end of our discussion, I mistakenly referred to Karl Wallinger as "Kurt" Wallinger. My apologies for this error.   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60XbvSQMoJGh9bs3fEKN8d?si=fb07d08bdc6e40d5 JEFF BECK - ‘Cause We’ve Ended As Lovers ROBBIE ROBERTSON - Broken Arrow THE SENTINELS - Latinia CROSBY, STILLS, NASH & YOUNG - Ohio THE TURTLES - Happy Together THE TURTLES - She’d Rather Be With Me HILL, BARBATA & ETHRIDGE - L.A. Getaway DAVID BOWIE - Space Oddity LOU REED - Walk On The Wild Side FRANK ZAPPA - Echida’s Arf (Of You) FRANK ZAPPA - Po-Jama People IRON BUTTERFLY - Iron Butterfly Theme IRON BUTTERFLY - In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida WORLD PARTY - Way Down Now THE WATERBOYS - The Whole Of The Moon WORLD PARTY - Ship Of Fools MOBY GRAPE - Miller’s Blues *MOBY GRAPE - Never LED ZEPPELIN - Since I’ve Been Loving You *ROBERT PLANT - Little Hands MOBY GRAPE - Hey Grandma THE ALLMAN BROTHERS - Ramblin’ Man DICKEY BETTS - Highway Call FRANK ZAPPA - Theme From The 3rd Movement Of Sinister Footwear CAN - Vitamin C DAMO SUZUKI’S NETWORK - Give Me More Light CAN - Moonshake KRIS KRISTOFFERSON - Me & Bobby McGee *KRIS KRISTOFFERSON - Blame It On The Stones JOHN MAYALL’S BLUESBREAKERS - All Your Love THE GRATEFUL DEAD - Unbroken Chain GEORGE HARRISON - Living In The Material World IT’S A BEAUTIFUL DAY - White Bird THE RASPBERRIES - Go All The Way ERIC CARMEN - All By Myself MOBY GRAPE - 8:05             Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Unearthed Treasures & Deep Cuts: Vinyl Relics Year One Recap (Epysodes 1–20)10 Jan 202502:25:43
Well, time flies doesn’t it kids? In this special Epysode we do a quick recap of all the 20 albums featured in year one of the Psychedelic Relics - now known as the “Vinyl Relics” podcast. Thank you again to all my guests in 2024, thank you to everyone who helped me connect with them and thank you to YOU, the listeners for tuning in, turning on and dropping by. We have one more “special” Epysode coming next week, and then we’ll be back to our regularly scheduled programming with another fantastic album time has forgotten. I hope you dig the recap of Year 1 as much as I dug making it. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4und5liTTeWWPMuM5NJIsW?si=da11bd2939f3458c JUNIOR WALKER & THE ALL-STARS - Shotgun JK & CO. - Christine JK & CO. - Fly JK & CO. - Dead BLUE MOUNTAIN EAGLE - Love Is Here BLUE MOUNTAIN EAGLE - Troubles BLUE MOUNTAIN EAGLE - Yellow’s Dream MIGHTY BABY - Egyptian Tomb MIGHTY BABY - At A Point Between Fate And Destiny MIGHTY BABY - Same Way From The Sun BUBBLE PUPPY - Hot Smoke And Sasafrass *BUBBLE PUPPY - A Gathering Of Promises *BUBBLE PUPPY - Todd’s Tune SHAPE OF THE RAIN - Yes SHAPE OF THE RAIN - Willowing Trees SHAPE OF THE RAIN - Woman SHAPE OF THE RAIN - Castles JJ LIGHT - Na Ru Ka JJ LIGHT - Hey Yo Hanna Wanna JJ LIGHT - Heya THE WAILERS - Tall Cool One THE WAILERS - High Wall FUCHSIA - Shoes And Ships FUCHSIA - The Nothing Song FUCHSIA - Just Anyone BLONDE ON BLONDE - Colour Questions BLONDE ON BLONDE - Heart Without A Home BLONDE ON BLONDE - Castles In The Sky CHRISTMAS - Heritage CHRISTMAS - Bustin’ Out Tonight CHRISTMAS - Point Blank THE BOWES ROAD BAND - Tomorrow’s Truth THE BOWES ROAD BAND - Inside My Head THE BOWES ROAD BAND - Grass Is Grass THE ROSE GARDEN - Look What You’ve Done THE ROSE GARDEN - Next Plane To London MICHAEL CHAPMAN - Soulful Lady MICHAEL CHAPMAN - Postcards Of Scarborough MICHAEL CHAPMAN - Aviator GARY HIGGINS - I Pick Notes From The Sky GARY HIGGINS - It Didn’t Take Too Long GARY HIGGINS - Thicker Than A Smokey DRAGONFLY - Portrait Of Youth DRAGONFLY - Enjoy Yourself MOBY GRAPE - Apocolypse MOBY GRAPE - Gypsy Wedding MOBY GRAPE - Horse Out In The Rain *HENRY SCHIFTER - Green Rocky Road HENRY SCHIFTER - Another Time *HENRY SCHIFTER - Shady Green Pastures BRIDGET ST. JOHN - The Lady And The Gentle Man BRIDGET ST. JOHN - Back To Stay BRIDGET ST. JOHN - Early Morning Song THE BLUES MAGOOS - (We Ain’t Got) Nothin’ Yet THE BLUES MAGOOS - Tobacco Road THE BLUES MAGOOS - Gotta Get Away THE BLUES MAGOOS - Sometimes I Think About *BENT WIND - Hate *BENT WIND - Touch Of Red *BENT WIND - Riverside *BENT WIND - Sacred Cows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1969's Sussex: Collector’s Rare Canadian Heavy Psych Vinyl 10 Jan 202501:15:12
EPYSODE 20: Sussex by Bent Wind. Guests: Bent Wind band members Marty Roth and Ed Thomas. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". When the Beatles hit, bands started cropping up everywhere. Sure, the most successful groups came from the US or the UK, but that doesn't mean smaller countries weren't immune to "cool". Bands from these areas had a difficult time breaking through as they were on smaller labels, with smaller budgets and a reluctance from American radio at the time to take a chance on playing "outsider" music. As a result we have a ton of high quality albums that never achieved any level of commercial success at the time of their release, but now are considered classics. Bent Wind's "Sussex" falls into that category. In 1969 the Canadian band couldn't give them away. Now original copies fetch over $10,000. If you like your psych hard and heavy, this ramshackle album is going to be right up your alley.  Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you enjoy "Sussex" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== With permission, I used a portion of the podcast "The Ongoing History of New Music with Alan Cross" in this episode. To hear that show's episode in full (#360 titled "The History of the Record Store"), click here:  ⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ongoing-history-of-new-music/id1201968027?i=1000664843377   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Normally I add a link to a Spotify playlist, however in this case none of Bent Wind's material is available. THE BLUES MAGOOS “(We Ain’t Got) Nothin’ Yet” BENT WIND "Castles Made Of Man" BENT WIND “Sacred Cows” (single version) BENT WIND “Touch Of Red” BENT WIND “Riverside” BENT WIND “The Lions” BENT WIND “Going To The City” BENT WIND “Hate” BENT WIND “Look At Love” BENT WIND “Mistify” THE DOORS "Roadhouse Blues" BENT WIND "Sacred Cows" (album version) BENT WIND “Leroy Goes West” BENT WIND “It’s Not Jazz” BENT WIND “Beautiful Lady” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in to the next Epysode to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC “If Wishes Were Horses” ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1966's Psychedelic Lollipop: Playful and Innovative Psychedelic Rock 10 Jan 202501:32:05
EPYSODE 19: Psychedelic Lollipop by The Blues Magoos. Guest: Blues Magoos singer/guitarist Peppy Castro. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". At the tender age of 14, Peppy Castro was taught the famous E minor chord on an acoustic guitar. "The minute I played that chord, it was like the heavens opened up". He left home, dropped out of school and pursued a different path. A chance meeting introduces him to Ronnie Gilbert and Ralph Scala and the seeds for The Blues Magoos were planted. "We Ain't Got Nothing Yet" is ubiquitous with 60's American garage/psych rock. It's two minutes of rock 'n' roll perfection. The rest of the "Psychedelic Lollipop" album proves that these guys - kids really - had some serious skill. This record is a mix of fantastic originals along with choice covers.  Sadly all momentum was lost when their first single from their follow up album was banned. One more fantastic LP followed before band politics reared its ugly head. What we are left with is some incredible music highlighted by this killer album - a necessity for any collection. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Psychedelic Lollipop" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===LINKS=== Read an article I wrote about this album for Psychedelic Scene Magazine here: ⁠ https://psychedelicscene.com/2024/11/27/psychedelic-relics-psychedelic-lollipop/⁠ Catch The Blues Magoos performing "Tobacoo Road" on the Jack Benny program here:  ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGQxUQfbEz4 ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5esSavBWaN1DA4xB4I33wF?si=8462b4a139164712 BRIDGET ST. JOHN “Early Morning Song” THE KINGSTON TRIO “Greenback Dollar” TOM AND JERRY “Dream Alone”, *THE BLOOS MAGOOS “The People Had No Faces” THE BLOOS MAGOOS “So I’m Wrong And You Are Right” THE BLUES MAGOOS “(We Ain’t Got) Nothing Yet” PORGY AND BESS “Summertime” BILLIE HOLIDAY AND HER ORCHESTRA “Summertime” SAM COOKE “Summertime" RICKY NELSON “Summertime” THE LIVERPOOL FIVE “She’s Mine” DEEP PURPLE “Black Night” THE SPECTRES “(We Ain’t Got) Nothing Yet” KISS “Love Gun” JOHN D. LOUDERMILK “Tobacco Road” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Tobacco Road” THE BLUES MAGOOS “Psychedelic Lollipop" (full album - 10 tracks) “Pipe Dream”, “Life is Just A Cher O’Bowlies”, “Yellow Rose”, “Sybil Green (Of The In Between)”, “There She Goes”, “Let Your Love Ride”*, “Who Do You Love”, “Never Goin’ Back To Georgia” THE DEPENDABLES “I Don’t Know” EXUMA “The Obeah Man” BARNABY BYE “She Was Pleased” BARNABY BYE “The Way” WIGGY BITS “Place In The Sun” BALANCE “Breaking Away” THE BLUES MAGOOS “I’m Still Playing” THE TROGGS “Love Is All Around” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? tune in to the next Epysode to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC “If Wishes Were Horses”  ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1971's Songs for the Gentle Man: The British Folk Reflections 10 Jan 202501:29:05
EPYSODE 18: Songs For The Gentle Man by Bridget St. John. Guest: Bridget St. John. Additional commentary by Auntie V. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". When the most famous DJ in the world champions you and decides to open a record label specifically to record and market your music, well, you're doing something right. Bridget St. John's name may not be as widely known as some of her British folk contemporaries, but her music is deserving of attention for any fan of the genre. Recording her first three albums for John Peel's Dandelion label between 1969 and 1972 she released consistently high quality work, garnering excellent reviews. A fourth album followed for Chrysalis a couple years later and then...silience. Nothing for 20 years. After a long delay, she's back recording and touring again and sounding better than ever. Bridget recalls stories of meeting John Martyn, playing with Michael Chapman, recording demos at Al Stewart's house, hearing David Bowie's acetate of a famous song before it was released and being in an uncomfortable car ride with Jethro Tull when they fired Mick Abrahams.  It's a shame Bridget's work didn't find a wider audience as her songwriting and guitar skills are only outshined by her exquisite voice. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Songs For The Gentle Man" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0AvWIlxZ7vPZ92IPbRsDyV?si=04cf0e03949840ae *HENRY SCHIFTER “Green Rocky Road” *THE MILLS BROTHERS “Window Washer Man” CLIFF RICHARD “Living Doll” ELVIS PRESLEY “Old Shep” THE BEATLES “She Loves You” DONOVAN “Colours” HELEN SHAPIRO “Don’t Treat Me Like A Child” NICK DRAKE “I’ve Been Smoking Too Long” JOHN MARTYN “London Conversation” BLODWYN PIG “The Change Song” DAVID BOWIE “Space Oddity” AL STEWART “Year Of The Cat” T. REX “Jeepster” BRIDGET ST. JOHN “To Be Without A Hitch” BRIDGET ST. JOHN “Ask Me No Questions” BRIDGET ST. JOHN “Curl Your Toes” KEVIN AYERS “The Oyster And The Flying Fish” BRIDGET ST JOHN “A Day A Way” BRIDGET ST JOHN “City Crazy” BRIDGET ST JOHN “Early Morning Song” JOHN MARTYN “Back To Stay” BRIDGET ST JOHN “Back To Stay” BRIDGET ST JOHN “Seagull Sunday” BRIDGET ST JOHN “If You’d Been There” BRIDGET ST JOHN “Making Losing Better” BRIDGET ST JOHN “The Lady And The Gentle Man” BRIDGET ST JOHN “Downderry Daze” BRIDGET ST JOHN “The Pebble And The Man” BRIDGET ST JOHN “It Seems Very Strange” BRIDGET ST JOHN “Lazarus” *BRIDGET ST JOHN “Song For John” *BRIDGET ST JOHN “The Aviator” BRIDGET ST JOHN “I Don’t Know If I Can Take It” ??MYSTERY ARTIST??...tune in to the next show to find out! NEWPORT ELECTRIC “If Wishes Were Horses” ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1971's Out of Nowhere: Rare 70s American Singer-Songwriter Vinyl 10 Jan 202501:10:43
EPYSODE 17: Out Of Nowhere by Henry Schifter. Guest: Henry Schifter. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". Here we have yet another album by a one-and-done artist. Henry was an American guitarist who released a few singles with a few labels in the sixties. He finally got the opportunity to record a full-length album in 1971, though he had to go to France to do it. He recorded a strong album, and one that should have warranted some follow ups but it never came to pass.  Henry shares some great stories about the recording of the album, his run-in with Johnny Rivers (spolier alert: he didn't like him) and a great tale that includes a cool looking belt, a pistol and weed. What a rock and roll trifecta! Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you enjoy "Out Of Nowhere" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3EBbIpiBJdkl6eqqKfrE1n?si=TgC8Q_nySKqEJJy6Vtjh7g MOBY GRAPE “Apocalypse” HENRY SCHIFTER “Toys” *HANK SHIFTER “Saturday Noontime” *HANK SHIFTER “On The Beach” *HANK SCHIFTER “Long John” *HENRY SCHIFTER “Temnaya Noch” (aka “Dark Night”) *HENRY SCHIFTER “Green Rocky Road” PEARLS BEFORE SWINE “Another Time” HENRY SCHIFTER “Another Time” HARRY BELAFONTE “Diamond Joe” *HENRY SCHIFTER “Diamond Joe” POCO “Calico Lady” *HENRY SCHIFTER “Calico Lady” RONNIE HAWKINS “Mary Lou” *HENRY SCHIFTER “Mary Lou” *HENRY SCHIFTER “Salvation Is My Beat” *HENRY SCHIFTER “Shady Green Pastures” THE SHIRELLES “Boys” THE BEATLES “Boys” *HENRY SCHIFTER “Deep Sea Diver” THEE MIDNITERS “Making Ends Meet” *HENRY SCHIFTER “Making Ends Meet” MYSTERY ARTIST??...Stay tuned to next Epysode to find out about this artist... NEWPORT ELECTRIC “Bad Idea” ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1971's 20 Granite Creek: The Best Comeback Album Ever?10 Jan 202501:56:35
EPYSODE 16: 20 Granite Creek by Moby Grape. Guest: Moby Grape drummer Don Stevenson. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. *This epysode was released in season 1, when the show was titled "Psychedelic Relics". Of all the great 60’s bands that came from the San Francisco area, Moby Grape may have been the best. Their 1967 debut album stands tall among the other giants released that year. Bad luck, terrible management decisions and a record company gaffe for the ages derailed all their momentum (wait until you hear Don’s ‘record company executive’ impression!). By 1969 they had called it quits. But they got the itch to get back together and record a standout album in their discography...the rare “reunion album” that’s actually good. Take a trip with Don and I as we discuss the formation, the demise, the-reformation, the demise, the re-reformation...well, you get the idea - of one of the greatest bands of the 1960’s and as we dive into each track of this wonderful yet underrated gem. I hope you dig "20 Granite Creek" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===LINKS=== Buy official Moby Grape music and merchandise here: https://mobygrape.us ===AIR OARS END O'MISSIONS=== I attributed the song "Ode To The Man At The End Of The Bar" to Bob Mosley, when in fact it was actually written by his brother Andy. Also, I reported that the band toured Europe after the release of 20 Granite Creek; this is incorrect. They toured there in 1969. ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1Py3tRrfQdzIucFGn3WmQN?si=cqIUIU2rR9iXBJkNrI8Vsw DRAGONFLY “Portrait of Youth” QUICKSILVER MESSENGER SERVICE “Who Do You Love?” *THE FRANTICS “Human Monkey” DAVID ROSE “The Stripper” *THE MISFITS “This Little Piggy” JEFFERSON AIRPLANE “Blues From an Airplane” JEFFERSON AIRPLANE “Let’s Get Together” *THE CORNELLS “Surf Fever” MOBY GRAPE “Omaha” MOBY GRAPE “Hey Grandma” MOBY GRAPE “Sitting By The Window” MOBY GRAPE “8:05” MOBY GRAPE “Fall On You” *MOBY GRAPE “Hey Grandma” (Live at the Monterey Pop Festival) *MOBY GRAPE “Omaha” (Live at the Monterey Pop Festival) MOBY GRAPE “Murder In My Heart For the Judge” MOBY GRAPE “Bitter Wind” MOBY GRAPE “Hoochie” MOBY GRAPE “Seeing” SKIP SPENCE “Little Hands” SKIP SPENCE “War In Peace” MOBY GRAPE “Looper” THE RHYTHM DUKES “Love Your Daddy” MOBY GRAPE “Gypsy Wedding” MOBY GRAPE “I’m the Kind of Man That Baby You Can Trust” MOBY GRAPE “About Time” MOBY GRAPE “Goin’ Down to Texas” MOBY GRAPE “Road to the Sun” MOBY GRAPE “Apocalype” MOBY GRAPE “Chinese Song” MOBY GRAPE “Roundhouse Blues” MOBY GRAPE “Ode to the Man at the End of the Bar” MOBY GRAPE “Wild Oats Moan” MOBY GRAPE “Horse Out in the Rain” *FINE WINE “If You Feel Like Dancin’” THE CALL “Let The Day Begin” THE DUCKS “Younger Days” (Live) *MOBY GRAPE “That Lost Horizon” *MOBY GRAPE “Silver Wheels” *MOBY GRAPE “All My Life” MOBY GRAPE “Bitter Wind” (Alternate take) *MOBY GRAPE “Omaha” (Live) BOB MOSLEY “Gypsy Wedding” BOB MOSLEY “Can’t Keep A Good Man Down” *ROBERT PLANT “Little Hands” *SKIP SPENCE “Motorcycle Irene” *SKIP SPENCE “After Gene Autrey” PETER LEWIS “Imagination” *JERRY MILLER “Now I See” DON STEVENSON “King of the Fools” DON STEVENSON “Buskin’ In The Subway” ??MYSTERY ARTIST??...Tune into the next epysode to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC “More Than This” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1969's Killing Floor: Underrated British Blues-Rock Treasure20 Feb 202501:29:19
EPYSODE 25: Killing Floor by Killing Floor. Guest: Killing Floor's Mick Clarke. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. Let's dive into the heavy, blues-infused sound of "Killing Floor" by Killing Floor. Released in 1969, this album blends gritty psychedelic rock with raw blues energy, capturing the spirit of a transformative musical era. Join us as we explore the band's unique style, the album’s standout tracks, and its place in the history of late '60s rock. Whether you're a fan of classic blues rock or discovering Killing Floor for the first time, this episode offers an in-depth look at a forgotten gem from the British blues/psychedelic rock movement. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Killing Floor" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS===  Visit Mick Clarke's site to check out his solo music as well as information on Killing Floor here --> www.mickclarke.com ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0vb5eJIZxMEj6a5OlRE5fy?si=764828c0e6e94805 JAN AND LORRAINE “Break Out The Wine” LEAD BELLY “Rock Island Line” LONNIE DONEGAN “Rock Island Line” BIG BILL BROONZY “Glory Of Love” MUDDY WATERS “Rollin’ Stone” BLUES INCORPORATED “I Wanna Put A Tiger In Your Tank” HOWLIN’ WOLF “Killing Floor” CAPTAIN BEEFHEART & HIS MAGIC BAND “Zig-Zag Wanderer” *FREDDIE KING “I Loved The Woman” KILLING FLOOR “Woman You Need Love” KILLING FLOOR “Nobody By My Side” KILLING FLOOR “Come Home Baby” KILLING FLOOR “Bedtime Blues” KILLING FLOOR “Sunday Morning” KILLING FLOOR “My Mind Can Ride Easy” KILLING FLOOR “Keep On Walking” KILLING FLOOR “Forget It!”  KILLING FLOOR “Lou’s Blues” KILLING FLOOR “People Change Your Mind” *KILLING FLOOR “Soon There Will Be Everything” *KILLING FLOOR “Call For The Politicians” *KILLING FLOOR “Milkman” CLIFF BENNETT & THE REBER ROUSERS “One Way Love” *TOE FAT “Just Like Me” TOE FAT “Brand New Band” RORY GALLAGHER “Tattoo’d Lady” MICK CLARKE “Dirty Work” KILLING FLOOR “Burnout” *KILLING FLOOR “Acid Bean” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in to the next Epysode to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Boom!" ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1969's Gypsy People: Collector’s Rare Folk Vinyl 13 Feb 202500:47:19
Epysode 24: Gypsy People by Jan & Lorraine. Additional commentary by Auntie V. Walk with me as we take a deep dive into the mysterious and haunting album "Gypsy People" by Jan & Lorraine. This acid folk gem has intrigued vinyl collectors for years, with its ethereal melodies and captivatingly strange atmosphere. Despite its cult status, very little is known about the artists themselves — who they were, where they came from, or even how they came to record this enigmatic album. The album’s lack of details and the absence of any concrete information about Jan & Lorraine only adds to its allure, leaving fans and collectors alike to speculate on its origins. Join us as we attempt to unravel the mysteries of this obscure piece of vinyl history. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Gypsy People" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===AIR OARS END O'MISHUNS=== I accidentally cited the title of the Perth Country Conspiracy song incorrectly; the correct title is "Crucifix Cartoon". My apologies to all involved for the error.   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4NEfp8lGmpCYEcdXCY3KH1?si=7aaabe7ff2f44b06 BUFFALO “Shylock” *ANTHONY BROWNE “Without Her” *THE PERTH COUNTY CONSPIRACY “Crucifix Cartoon” *RICHARD RUSKIN “Break Out The Wine” JAN & LORRAINE “Break Out The Wine” JAN & LORRAINE “Bird Of Passage” JAN & LORRAINE “Gypsy People” JAN & LORRAINE “Foolin’ Myself” JAN & LORRAINE “Old Tyme Movie” JAN & LORRAINE “Life’s Parade” JAN & LORRAINE “Snow Roses” JAN & LORRAINE “The Assignment Song - Sequence” JAN & LORRAINE “Number 33” JAN & LORRAINE “Don’t You Feel Fine?” NINA SIMONE “The Assignment Song” THE BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE “The Assignment Song” ??MYSTERY ARTIST??…tune in to next week’s show to find out… NEWPORT ELECTRIC “Seemed Like A Good Idea At The Time” ^ That's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1959's Moanin’ in the Moonlight: The Chicago Blues Masterpiece27 Feb 202501:19:19
Epysode 26: Moanin' In The Moonlight by Howlin' Wolf. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. Here we take an in-depth look at Howlin' Wolf's seminal album "Moanin' in the Moonlight", a record that defined the sound of Chicago blues and cemented Wolf’s place as one of the genre's greatest voices. From the hauntingly powerful vocals to the iconic guitar riffs, we explore the album’s lasting influence and its unique blend of raw emotion and gritty storytelling. Join us as we delve into the legacy of one of blues' most electrifying artists, examining the tracks that captured the spirit of the era and continue to inspire musicians today. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Moanin' In The Moonlight" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== I used excerpts of the following interviews in this Epysode. Here are links to listen to them in their entirety: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7S1OUHHDnsw⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9G0noWNEsXk⁠ Visit the Howlin' Wolf website here: ⁠http://www.howlinwolf.com/   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47Kpd670fCtgUFzZalYH3G?si=08d97f5ba00e4b3c KILLING FLOOR “Woman You Need Love” BLIND LEMON JEFFERSON “Black Snake Moan” CHARLEY PATTON “A Spoonful Blues” JIMMIE RODGERS “Blue Yodel #1” SONNY BOY WILLIAMSON II “Don’t Start Me To Talkin’” ROSCO GORDON “City Women” HOWLIN' WOLF "Moanin' At Midnight" HOWLIN' WOLF "How Many More Years" HOWLIN' WOLF "Smokestack Lightnin'" HOWLIN' WOLF "Baby, How Long" HOWLIN' WOLF "No Place To Go" HOWLIN' WOLF "All Night Boogie" HOWLIN' WOLF "Evil" HOWLIN' WOLF "I'm Leavin' You" HOWLIN' WOLF "Moanin' For My Baby" HOWLIN' WOLF "I Asked For Water (She Gave Me Gasoline)" HOWLIN' WOLF "Forty-Four" HOWLIN' WOLF "Somebody In My Home" HOWLIN’ WOLF “Shake For Me” HOWLIN’ WOLF “Little Red Rooster” HOWLIN’ WOLF “Spoonful” HOWLIN’ WOLF “Back Door Man”  HOWLIN’ WOLF “Down In The Bottom” HOWLIN’ WOLF “Riding In The Moonlight” HOWLIN’ WOLF “Dust My Broom” HOWLIN’ WOLF/MUDDY WATERS/BO DIDDLEY “Long Distance Call” HOWLIN’ WOLF “Evil” (2nd version) DEREK & THE DOMINOS “Evil” HOWLIN’ WOLF “Little Red Rooster” (2nd version) HOWLIN WOLF “Moving" ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? ...tune in to next week's show to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "The Game" ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1971's Zior: Underrated British Shock-Rock Treasure06 Mar 202501:15:36
EPYSODE 27: Zior by Zior. Guest: Zior bandleader Keith Bonsor. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. Bands like Alice Cooper weren't the only ones shock-rocking their audiences back in the day. Zior were applying a similar theatrical style to their stage show, complete with "human sacrifices". The press picked up on their antics and before you knew it, they were tagged with being purveyors of the occult and black magic. Join us as we explore the band's unique sound and creative process, with exclusive commentary from bandleader Keith Bonsor. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Zior" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== I wrote an article for Psychedelic Scene about this album, here's a link --> ⁠Vinyl Relics: Zior BY Zior - Psychedelic Scene Magazine   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6NrMMy86am34M7sVbRxAGS?si=32184a6dd3634568 HOWLIN’ WOLF “Smokestack Lightnin’” *CARDBOARD ORCHESTRA “Zebedy Zak” *CARDBOARD ORCHESTRA “Nothing But A Sad Sad Song” *BUM “God Of Darkness” IRON MAIDEN “Run To The Hills” IRON MAIDEN “Falling” *IRON MAIDEN “Liar” *THE TRANSATLANTICS “Louie, Go On Home” ZIOR “I Really Do” ZIOR “Za Za Za Zilda” ZIOR “Love’s Desire” ZIOR “New Land” ZIOR “Now I’m Sad” ZIOR “Give Me Love” ZIOR “Quabala” ZIOR “Oh Mariya” ZIOR “Your Life Will Burn” ZIOR “I Was Fooling” ZIOR “Before My Eyes Go Blind” ZIOR “Rolling Thunder” MONUMENT “Don’t Run Me Down” MONUMENT “Give Me Life” ZIOR “Time Is The Reason” ZIOR “Strange Kind Of Magic” MAC KISSOON “Lavender Blue” *JOHNNY HOLT “Stoned Out Of My Mind” ZIOR “The Spirit Of India” ??MYSTERY ARTIST??...tune in to the next Epysode to find out *NEWPORT ELECTRIC “The Ways & The Means” ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1972's Silent Song Through the Land: A Hidden Singer-Songwriter Classic10 Apr 202501:22:37
Epysode 32: Silent Song Through The Land by Ron Davies. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. Ron Davies' 1970 album "Silent Song Through the Land" is a stunning blend of folk and rock that showcases his incredible storytelling. Known for his songs being covered by legends like David Bowie, Three Dog Night, Dolly Parton, Joe Cocker, Long John Baldry, Dave Edmunds, and many others, Ron Davies’ impact on music is undeniable. We’ll also treat you to an exclusive, never-before-released track from Ron himself, offering a rare glimpse into his creative process. Don’t miss this chance to discover a hidden gem of the 70s and hear a song that’s never been heard—until now! Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Silent Song Through The Land" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT/SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinyl.relics.podcast/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== Listen to the full interview with Eric Apoe on KUOW Radio here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXGrv2Zp79s Buy Gail's book "The Last of The Outlaws" and other great stuff at www.gaildavies.com Check out Ron's albums and other information at wwwrondavies.com ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Xq5koBXcoGLzvnsjTK5aJ?si=c01bd731696a436d *BULLANGUS "No Cream For The Maid" HANK WILLIAMS "Jambalaya" ELVIS PRESLEY "That's All Right Mama" *ANDRES SEGOVIA "Prelude In Chords" THE WAILERS "Tall Cool One" *THE WAILERS "Hold" *THE WAILERS "My Girl" *THE WAILERS "Tears (Don't Have To Fall)" *THE WAILERS "Think Kindly Baby" *THE WAILERS "It's You Alone" *RON AND GAIL DAVIES "Yesterday's Blues" (exclusive track, never before released) THREE DOG NIGHT "It Ain't Easy" LONG JOHN BALDRY "It Ain't Easy DAVID BOWIE "Ziggy Stardust" DAVID BOWIE "Amsterdam" DAVID BOWIE "It Ain't Easy" RON DAVIES "It Ain't Easy" SON HOUSE "Death Letter Blues" RON DAVIES "What Life Must Be Like For Some" RON DAVIES "Change" RON DAVIES "The Clown" THE ROLLING STONES "Gimme Shelter" RON DAVIES "Silent Song Through The Land" RON DAVIES "Yesterday Is All I Want" RON DAVIES "Open Road, The Open Sky" RON DAVIES "Lover And The Loved" *RON DAVIES "Misty Roses" *RON DAVIES "It Ain't Easy" (second version) *RON DAVIES "I Don't Believe It" JOAN BAEZ "Steal Across The Border" RON DAVIES "Cool, Southern Breeze" RON DAVIES "Tie It In A Knot" GAIL DAVIES "Grandma's Song" *RON AND GAIL DAVIES "It's You Alone" *JOHN PRINE "You Stayed Away Too Long" *DOLLY PARTON "It's Too Late" *RON DAVIES "Sittin' On Top Of The Clouds" ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? tune into next week's epysode to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "So It Goes" ^that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1971's BullAngus: Crate-Digger’s Psychedelic-Prog Vinyl Pick03 Apr 202501:21:43
EPYSODE 31: BullAngus by BullAngus. Guest: BullAngus bandleader Larry LaFalce. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. Hard blues-rock at its finest! This week we dive into BullAngus' 1971 self-titled album, a raw and heavy classic rock gem that has long been overlooked. Featuring exclusive commentary by band leader Larry Lafalce, we explore the creation of the album, the band's unique sound, and the impact it had on the rock scene of the early '70s. Plus, hear why Deep Purple's Ritchie Blackmore once called LaFalce "a mother****er"(!!) and get firsthand insights into the tensions and triumphs that defined this iconic era of rock history. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "BullAngus" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Normally I provide a link to a Spotify playlist for all the songs used, but this album is not available.   ZIOR “Before My Eyes Go Blind” THE 9 LA FALCE BROTHERS “Clementine” THE 9 LA FALCE BROTHERS “Home On The Range” CREAM “Strange Brew” THE JIMI HENDRIX EXPERIENCE “Manic Depression” THE JEFF BECK GROUP “Beck’s Bolero” THE OXFORD WATCHBAND “Diagnosis” BULLANGUS “Run Don’t Stop” BULL ANGUS “Mother’s Favorite Lover (Margaret)” BULLANGUS “Uncle Duggie’s Fun Bus Ride” BULLANGUS “A Time Like Ours” BULLANGUS “Miss Casey” BULLANGUS “Pot Of Gold” BULLANGUS “Cy” BULLANGUS “No Cream For The Maid” BULLANGUS “Savoy Truffle” BULLANGUS “City Boy” BULLANGUS “Loving Till End” FRANKE & THE KNOCKOUTS “Sweetheart” FRANKE & THE KNOCKOUTS “Hungry Eyes” FRANKE & THE KNOCKOUTS “I’ve Had The Time Of My Life” AMII STEWART “Why’d Ya Have To Be So Sexy?” THE GAP BAND “You Dropped A Bomb On Me” ??MYSTERY ARTIST??...tune in to the next epysode to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Them Pretty Lights" ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1970's Ton-Ton Macoute: The Southern Rock-Blues Standout27 Mar 202501:07:21
Epysode 30: Ton Ton Macoute! by Johnny Jenkins. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. This week we explore the electrifying 1970 album "Ton Ton Macoute!" by legendary guitarist Johnny Jenkins. This album is a powerful blend of blues, rock, and soul, featuring incredible guitar work that helped shape the sound of the era. What makes "Ton Ton Macoute! " even more special is the all-star lineup of musicians who contributed, including four members of the Allman Brothers Band. Legendary guitarist Duane Allman, along with Berry Oakley, Jaimoe and Butch Trucks, all played on the album, adding their signature sound to Jenkins’ raw, emotional style. Join us as we dive into the history behind this incredible collaboration, the cultural impact of the album, and why it remains a hidden gem in music history. Whether you're a diehard Allman Brothers fan or discovering Johnny Jenkins for the first time, this episode will give you a deeper appreciation for an album that has become a timeless classic. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Ton Ton Macoute!" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS===  Here's a link to the Johnny Jenkins documentary trailer: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWyl9Fo6TUQ⁠ Here's a link to the History of Rock Music in 500 Songs Episode 163 which discusses the career of Otis Redding and how it intertwines with Johnny Jenkins: ⁠https://500songs.com/podcast/episode-163-sittin-on-the-dock-of-the-bay-by-otis-redding/ ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7eEz7yTAGmYEoDyeR420ke?si=390d52edc79d46cb THE FLAMIN' GROOVIES "Whiskey Woman" *OTIS REDDING & THE PINETOPPERS "Shout Bamalama" *JOHNNY JENKINS & THE PINETOPPERS "Pinetop" *JOHNNY JENKINS & THE PINETOPPERS "Love Twist" BOOKER T. & THE MG's "Green Onions" *JOHNNY JENKINS "Spunky" OTIS REDDING "These Arms Of Mine" OTIS REDDING "(Sittin' on) The Dock Of The Bay" WILSON PICKET “Hey Jude” THE ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND “Dreams” THE HOUR GLASS “So Much Love” DR. JOHN “I Walk On Gilded Splinters” *MARSHA HUNT “I Walk On Gilded Splinters”.  BECK "Loser" OASIS "Go Let It Out" JOHNNY JENKINS "I Walk On Gilded Splinters" JOHNNY JENKINS "Leaving Trunk" JOHNNY JENKINS "Blind Bats And Swamp Rats" JOHNNY JENKINS "Rollin' Stone" JOHNNY JENKINS "Sick And Tired" JOHNNY JENKINS "Down Along The Cove" JOHNNY JENKINS "Bad News" JOHNNY JENKINS "Dimples" JOHNNY JENKINS "Voodoo In You" JOHNNY JENKINS “Don’t Start Me To Talkin’” JOHNNY JENKINS “’Til The Blues Go Home” JOHNNY JENKINS “Johnny’s Blues” JOHNNY JENKINS “Down The Road I Go” *THE ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND “I Walk On Gilded Splinters” (live) ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? tune in next week to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "I'm Alive" ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1971's Teenage Head: Raw American Garage Rock Masterpiece 20 Mar 202502:00:18
EPYSODE 29: Teenage Head by The Flamin' Groovies. Guest: Bandleader Cyril Jordan Additional commentary by What Wave Dave. This week we get down 'n' dirty with "Teenage Head" by The Flamin' Groovies, a pivotal album that helped define the power pop and garage rock movement. With its high-energy sound and catchy riffs, this album remains a timeless classic. Join us as we explore its impact and behind-the-scenes stories, featuring exclusive commentary from guitarist and bandleader Cyril Jordan. Don't miss this insider look at one of rock's most influential records. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Teenage Head" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6QjKxkx1nUrDyvGNdxZaW1?si=d1f82c6a19ce44d7 EMITT RHODES “With My Face On The Floor” FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Shake Some Action” BUDDY HOLLY “Peggy Sue” EDDIE COCHRAN “Summertime Blues” THE VENTURES “Walk Don’t Run” THE FIREBALLS WITH JIMMY GILMER “Sugar Shack” THE SINGING NUN “Dominique” THE BEATLES “I Want To Hold Your Hand” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “The Slide” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “My Yada” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Bam Balam” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “A Part From That” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Coming After Me” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Sweet Roll Me On Down” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “High Flyin’ Baby” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “City Lights” RANDY NEWMAN “Have You Seen My Baby?” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Have You Seen My Baby?” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Yesterday’s Numbers” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Teenage Head” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “32-20” ELVIS PRESLEY “Mystery Train” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Evil Hearted Ada” DR. ROSS “Boogie Disease” FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Dr. Boogie” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Whiskey Woman” ROY LONEY & THE PHANTOM MOVERS “Born To Be Your Fool” ROY LONEY & THE PHANTOM MOVERS “Phantom Mover” THE CHARLATANS “High Coin” LOOSE GRAVEL “Blue Skies & Sunshine” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Slow Death” DAVE EDMUNDS “I Hear You Knocking” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Please Please Girl” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “I’ll Cry Alone” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Sometimes” THE RAMONES “Blitzkreig Bop” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Shake Some Action (Live)” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Yeah My Baby” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Jumpin’ In The Night” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Way Over My Head” MAGIC CHRISTIAN “She’s So Good” THE FLAMIN’ GROOVIES “Cryin’ Shame” TEENAGE HEAD “Let’s Shake” THE KINKS “You Really Got Me” ??MYSTERY ARTIST??...tune into next week's epysode to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC “Nice & Slow” ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1970's Emitt Rhodes: The "One-Man Beatles"13 Mar 202501:05:33
Epysode 28: Emitt Rhodes by Emitt Rhodes. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. This week we dive head first into the 1971 self-titled album by Emitt Rhodes, an often-overlooked masterpiece of the singer-songwriter era. Known for its lush melodies, intricate arrangements and Rhodes' soulful lyrics, this album captures the essence of early '70s pop and folk rock. We’ll explore the stories behind each track, the challenges Emitt Rhodes faced during its creation and how this album remains a timeless example of musical craftsmanship. Join us for a journey into one of the most influential yet underappreciated records of the era. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Emitt Rhodes" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== I used portions of this interview from 2010. Here's a link to the full interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PfqEhZO7I3w Here's a link to the Omnivore Recordings promo video for "Rainbow Ends": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwklFEv0Z68 Here's a link to the documentary "Emitt Rhodes: One Man Beatle" which I also used portions of: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3KRJLPn0zA   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1jHS43YyaThnScEOA48w1a?si=56812ff544a64501 ZIOR “Before My Eyes Go Blind” *THE PALACE GUARD “A Girl You Can Depend On” *THE PALACE GUARD “Falling Sugar” THE LEAVES “Hey Joe” THE MERRY-GO-ROUND “Live” THE MERRY-GO-ROUND “You’re A Very Lovely Woman” THE MERRY-GO-ROUND “Listen, Listen”  FAIRPORT CONVENTION “Time Will Show The Wiser” EMITT RHODES "With My Face On The Floor" EMITT RHODES "Somebody Made For Me" EMITT RHODES "She's Such A Beauty" EMITT RHODES "Long Time No See" EMITT RHODES "Lullabye" EMITT RHODES "Live Till You Die" EMITT RHODES "Promises I've Made" EMITT RHODES "You Take The Dark Out Of The Mind" EMITT RHODES "You Should Be Ashamed" EMITT RHODES "Ever Find Yourself Running" EMITT RHODES "You Must Have" EMITT RHODES “The Man He Was” EMITT RHODES “Mother Earth” EMITT RHODES “Mirror” EMITT RHODES “Really Wanted You” EMITT RHODES “Farewell To Paradise” EMITT RHODES “Rainbow Ends” EMITT RHODES "If I Knew Then" ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "I Will Wait" ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1971's I Am What I Am: Underrated Funk-Rock Treasure17 Apr 202501:38:06
EPYSODE 33: I Am What I Am by Ruth Copeland. Guest: Ruth Copeland. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. An exciting dive into this wonderful album by Ruth Copeland. Known for her unique blend of soul, funk, and rock, I Am What I Am features iconic members of P-Funk, including musicians who helped shape the sound of the era. This epysode includes exclusive commentary from Ruth herself, where she discusses her collaborations with George Clinton and how P-Funk influenced her work. Don’t miss Ruth’s insights into her journey, the making of this album, and the incredible musicianship that brought it to life. It's a rare behind-the-scenes look at one of funk's unsung innovators. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "I Am What I Am" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinyl.relics.podcast/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== I referenced an article about Ruth Copeland written by Charles Donovan. Here is a link to that article: https://www.charlesdonovan.com/2019/12/04/ruth-copeland-interview/ ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0Q6RcxC38oF8LcWxQiOoog?si=1b104af7a9c840be RON DAVIES “It Ain’t Easy” *FREDDIE “FINGERS” LEE “I’m Gonna Buy Me A Dog” *KELLY MICHAELS “I Need Him” RARE EARTH “Born To Wander” RARE EARTH “I Just Want To Celebrate” EDWIN STARR “War” MARTHA & THE VANDELLAS “Heat Wave” MARVIN GAYE “Can I Get A Witness?” THE SUPREMES “Where Did Our Love Go?” THE FOUR TOPS “Baby I Need Your Loving” THE SUPREMES “Stop! In The Name Of Love” MARTHA & THE VANDELLAS “Nowhere To Run” THE ISLEY BROTHERS “This Old Heart Of Mine” THE SUPREMES “You Keep Me Hangin’ On” THE FOUR TOPS “Bernadette” PARLIAMENT “Up For The Down Stroke” PARLIAMENT “Little Ole Country Boy” PARLIAMENT “The Silent Boatman” RUTH COPELAND “I Got A Thing For You Daddy” RUTH COPELAND “Your Love Been So Good To Me” RUTH COPELAND “Un Bel Di” RUTH COPELAND “The Medal”  RUTH COPELAND “Cryin’ Has Made Me Stronger” RUTH COPELAND “Hare Krishna” RUTH COPELAND “Suburban Family Lament” THE ROLLING STONES “Play With Fire” RUTH COPELAND “Play With Fire” RUTH COPELAND “Don’t You Wish You Had (What You Had When You Had It)” RUTH COPELAND “Gimme Shelter” RUTH COPELAND (with guest appearance by Darryl Hall) “Heaven”  RUTH COPELAND “Take Me To Baltimore” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? ...tune into the next Epysode to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Nobody Sings The Blues Anymore" ^that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1973's On the Road to Freedom: Underrated British Rock Standout 24 Apr 202501:27:26
Epysode 34: On The Road To Freedom by Alvin Lee and Mylon LeFevre. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. This week we explore a unique fusion of rock, blues, and gospel for an album that brings together two powerful musical forces. Featuring guest musicians like George Harrison, Steve Winwood, Ron Wood, Mick Fleetwood, Boz Burrell, Jim Capaldi and more. We dive into the stories behind the album, its standout tracks, and its place in the evolution of both artists' careers. Don’t miss this deep dive into a classic collaboration that shaped the sound of the early '70s. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "On The Road To Freedom" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinyl.relics.podcast/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== I referenced several archived interviews throughout this epysode. Here are links to all of them. Alvin Lee interviews: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGjM-QptBDM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXDeSuJYHzU https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=roBvwqFxGiFnBDgL&v=Eg5Wmq6YFJ0&feature=youtu.be Mylon LeFevre interviews: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJOlAjGK28g https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yz8e-xFAp_s Leo Lyons interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HaitO1jjXNA Ric Lee interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyXo2xZgtVc ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/14CefnCRZpOVEWT9c0dMop?si=0552808ffe0849c5 RUTH COPELAND "Gimme Shelter" BIG BILL BROONZY "Hey Hey" CHUCK BERRY "Sweet Little Rock And Roller" *THE JAYBIRDS "Over You" *THE JAYBIRDS "All Day And All Of The Night" TEN YEARS AFTER "Feel It For Me" TEN YEARS AFTER "I Woke Up This Morning" TEN YEARS AFTER "I'm Going Home" (live) TEN YEARS AFTER "As The Sun Still Burns Away" TEN YEARS AFTER "I'd Love To Change The World" *THE LEFEVRES "Take My Hand, Precious Lord" *THE LEFEVRES "Way Down Deep In My Soul" ELVIS PRESLEY "Without Him" *MYLON LEFEVRE "My Only Hope" *MYLON LEFEVRE "Sunday School Blues" *MYLON LEFEVRE "Baby I'm Down" *MYLON LEFEVRE "Peace Begins Within" PINK FLOYD "The Final Cut" ALVIN LEE & MYLON LEFEVRE "On The Road To Freedom" ALVIN LEE & MYLON LEFEVRE "The World Is Changing" ALVIN LEE & MYLON LEFEVRE "So Sad (No Love Of His Own)" ALVIN LEE & MYLON LEFEVRE "Fallen Angels" ALVIN LEE & MYLON LEFEVRE "Funny" ALVIN LEE & MYLON LEFEVRE "We Will Shine" ALVIN LEE & MYLON LEFEVRE "Carry My Load" ALVIN LEE & MYLON LEFEVRE "Lay Me Back" ALVIN LEE & MYLON LEFEVRE "Let 'Em Say What They Will" ALVIN LEE & MYLON LEFEVRE "I Can't Take It" ALVIN LEE & MYLON LEFEVRE "Riffin'" ALVIN LEE & MYLON LEFEVRE "Rockin' Til The Sun Goes Down" ALVIN LEE "Going Through The Door" MYLON LEFEVRE & BROKEN HEART "Crack The Sky" ALVIN LEE "Still On The Road To Freedom" ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? tune into next week's epysode to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Bad Idea" ^that's my band. This is shameful self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1971's Aquila: The British Progressive-Psychedelic Gem08 May 202500:57:40
Epysode 36: Aquila by Aquila. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. Step into the world of early ’70s psych/prog rock as we explore "Aquila"...a bold, genre-blending debut that fuses jazz, blues, and classical flourishes into one powerful sound. This overlooked 1970 release showcases the adventurous spirit of the era, packed with complex arrangements and dynamic shifts that prog fans and vinyl collectors alike will appreciate. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Aquila" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== I referenced this article and interview for some of the content of this epysode: https://www.psychedelicbabymag.com/2015/04/aquila-interview.html ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1iP0gQnLdsQ6wYRUrm4BPX?si=e2fffa6f168c400b THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "I Happen To Love You" AQUILA (Chilean band) “Um Allah” *AQUILA (French band) “Dans Les Ruines” AQUILA (Dutch band) “Still Standing” AQUILA (Australian Artist) “Aqua Divae” *AQUILA (German band) “Time’s There” BLONDE ON BLONDE “Ride With Captain Max” BRIAN HOWARD & THE SILHOUETTES “Hooked” TAPESTRY “Like The Sun” THE LONDON BEATS “Walk In The Sunshine” *HAMILTON & THE MOVEMENT “I’m Not The Marrying Kind” NIRVANA “Wings Of Love” AQUILA "Change Your Ways AQUILA "How Many More Times" AQUILA "While You Were Sleeping" AQUILA "We Can Make It If We Try" AQUILA "The Aquila Suite" (three movements) ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? ...tune in next week to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "If Wishes Were Horses" ^that's my band, this is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1967's Underground: Psychedelic Rock Exploration with Fuzz and Effects 01 May 202501:34:57
EPYSODE 35: Underground by The Electric Prunes. Guest: Electric Prunes bandleader James Lowe. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. Take a plunge with me this week into the psychedelic/garage-rock masterpiece "Underground" by The Electric Prunes. Join us as we explore the innovative sounds that defined an era, with exclusive commentary from band leader James Lowe, who shares behind-the-scenes insights and stories from the making of the album. From its bold musical experimentation to its cultural impact, this epysode offers a unique look at one of the most influential albums of the 1960s. Sad note: since James passed away only a few weeks later, this likely represents the last interview he ever gave. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Underground" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinyl.relics.podcast/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== Buy some of Richie Unterberger’s amazing books ‘n’ stuff here: http://www.richieunterberger.com ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1wpu3KQTp1fbpbbekFCOQV?si=cb7b3792bf354fb4 ALVIN LEE & MYLON LEFEVRE "On The Road To Freedom" DICK DALE "Miserlou" *THE SANCTIONS "What'd I Say" JIM & THE LORDS "I'm Free" JIM & THE LORDS "I'm Down" THE CHIPMUNKS "Hard Day's Night" THE GYPSY TRIPS "Ain't It Hard" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Ain't It Hard" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Little Olive" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "I Had Too Much To Dream (Last Night)" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Get Me To The World On Time" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "The Great Banana Hoax" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Children Of Rain" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Wind-Up Toys" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Antique Doll" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "It's Not Fair" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "I Happen To Love You" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Dr. Do-Good" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "I" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Hideaway" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Big City" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Captain Glory" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Long Day's Flight" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "You Never Had It Better" (Live) THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Try Me On For Size" (Live) THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Kyrie Eleison" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Holy Are You" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "14 Year Old Funk" SPARKS "Girl From Germany" TODD RUNDGREN "Hello It's Me" THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Lost Dream" *THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "The Dream I Had Last Night" *THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Pacific Ocean Blues" ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? tune in next week to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Devil's Bargain" ^that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1972's In Search of Amelia Earhart: British Folk-Rock Exploration15 May 202501:56:10
EPYSODE 37: In Search Of Amelia Earhart by Plainsong. GUEST: Plainsong/Matthews' Southern Comfort/Fairport Convention's Iain (aka Ian) Matthews. Additional commentary by my twin brother Maurice. This week it's the folk-rock gem "In Search of Amelia Earhart", the 1972 debut album by British group Plainsong. Blending historical reference with lyrical introspection, the album offers a unique lens on myth, memory, and the cultural echo of one of the 20th century’s most enigmatic figures. With exclusive commentary from bandleader Iain Matthews, together we walk through the album’s narrative themes, compositional style, and contextual relevance within the early '70s folk revival. Ian offers firsthand insight into the album’s creation, intent, and enduring resonance. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "In Search Of Amelia Earhart" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinyl.relics.podcast/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7KKEnzSwTvU0q6jB45PMWK?si=98d19bd0ddaf4913 AQUILA "How Many More Times" THE DEEP RIVER BOYS “Shake, Rattle & Roll” JIM REEVES “Streets Of Laredo” THE IMPRESSIONS “People Get Ready” OTIS REDDING “Ole Man Trouble” GERRY & THE PACEMAKERS “You’ve Got What I Like” *THE PYRAMID “Summer Of Last Year” FAIRPORT CONVENTION “It’s Alright Ma, It’s Only Witchcraft” *SANDY DENNY & THE STRAWBS “I’m On My Way” FAIRPORT CONVENTION “Who Knows Where The Time Goes” FAIRPORT CONVENTION “She Moves Through The Fair” MATTHEWS SOUTHERN COMFORT “Colorado Springs Eternal” MATTHEWS SOUTHERN COMFORT “Woodstock” *MATTHEWS SOUTHERN COMFORT “Southern Comfort” SOUTHERN COMFORT “The Passing” IAN MATTHEWS “Tigers Will Survive” THE LIVERPOOL SCENE “Elsie Straws Saga” THE LIVERPOOL SCENE “I’ve Got Those Fleetwood Mac Chicken Shack John Mayall Can’t Fail Blues” THE LIVERPOOL SCENE “The Entry Of Christ Into Liverpool” THE LIVERPOOL SCENE “The Raven” PLAINSONG “For The Second Time” MASON WILLIAMS “Classical Gas” PLAINSONG “Yo Yo Man” PLAINSONG “Louise” PLAINSONG “Call The Tune” PLAINSONG “Diesel On My Tail” RED RIVER DAVE “Amelia Earhart’s Last Flight” PLAINSONG “Amelia Earhart’s Last Flight” PLAINSONG “True Story Of Amelia Earhart” PLAINSONG “I’ll Fly Away” FAIRPORT CONVENTION “Meet On The Ledge” PLAINSONG “Even The Guiding Light” PLAINSONG “Side Roads” PLAINSONG “Raider” IAN MATTHEWS “Old Man At The Mill” STEVE YOUNG “Seven Bridges Road” EAGLES “Seven Bridges Road” IAN MATTHEWS “Seven Bridges Road” IAN MATTHEWS “Shake It” *HI-FI “Walk Away” PLAINSONG “Nothing’s Changed” PLAINSONG “Bold Marauder” (live) IAIN MATTHEWS “Ripples In A Stream” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? tune into the next Epysode to hear the story... NEWPORT ELECTRIC “Yippie-i-o” ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promtion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1963's Wham of That Memphis Man: Groundbreaking Guitar Masterpiece22 May 202501:14:01
Epysode 38: The Wham Of That Memphis Man! by Lonnie Mack. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. Time to get raw as we dive into the reverb-soaked world of Lonnie Mack’s 1963 debut album, "The Wham of that Memphis Man!" A trailblazing blend of rock, blues, country, and soul, this record helped shape the sound of electric guitar in the decades to follow. From the iconic instrumental “Wham!” to Mack’s soulful vocals on tracks like “Where There’s a Will”, this epysode explores how the album became a touchstone for guitar legends and a cult favorite among collectors. Join us as we break down its influence and lasting legacy in the pantheon of American roots music. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "The Wham Of That Memphis Man!" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== I used portions of this 2000 Lonnie Mack interview with John Broughton: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLhZIMw99go ...as well as a portion of “The Flying V Documentary”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUUYjHTdzIc   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/55bCtrkFoPxnTdVGl63z1u?si=9a80c41590494e78  PLAINSONG "Call The Tune" *UNCLE DAVE MACON AND DORRIS “Night Train To Memphis” THE CHARIOTEERS “Wade In The Water” T-BONE WALKER “Stormy Monday” MERLE TRAVIS “Nine Pound Hammer” LES PAUL & MARY FORD “How High The Moon” GEORGE JONES “White Lightning” AL DEXTER & HIS TROOPERS “Pistol Packin’ Mama” THE CHARMAINES “Don’t Take Away Your Love” CHUCK BERRY “Memphis, Tennessee” LINK WRAY “Rumble” DUANE EDDY “Rebel Rouser” THE SHADOWS “Apache” DICK DALE “Miserlou” CHUCK BERRY “Johnny B. Goode” LONNIE MACK “Wham!” LONNIE MACK "Where There's A Will There's A Way" LONNIE MACK "Bounce" LONNIE MACK "I'll Keep You Happy" LONNIE MACK "Memphis" LONNIE MACK "Baby What's Wrong" LONNIE MACK "Down And Out" LONNIE MACK "Satisfied" LONNIE MACK "Suzie Q" LONNIE MACK "Why" LONNIE MACK "Down In The Dumps" LONNIE MACK “Chicken Pickin’” LONNIE MACK “Old House” LONNIE MACK “Too Much Trouble” LONNIE MACK “Gotta Be An Answer” THE DOORS “Roadhouse Blues” LONNIE MACK “The Hills Of Indiana” LONNIE MACK “All Good Things Will Come To Pass” LONNIE MACK “Hound Dog Man” LONNIE MACK & STEVIE RAY VAUGHAN “Double Whammy” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in to next week's epysode to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Nobody Sings The Blues Anymore" ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1982's Before the Dream Faded: Innovative British-American Psychedelic Rock19 Jun 202501:40:50
EPYSODE 42: Before The Dream Faded by The Misunderstood. Guest: Misunderstood lead singer Rick Brown. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. This week we turn the spotlight on one of the most tragic stories of the psychedelic era... The Misunderstood. Formed in Riverside, California and exiled to London in the mid-'60s, The Misunderstood fused American garage rock with British psychedelia, creating a sound that was years ahead of its time. With searing slide guitar, political lyrics, and sonic ambition to spare, their music foreshadowed both heavy rock and acid experimentation and yet, they faded before they could truly rise. We’re joined by guest Rick Brown, the band’s original lead singer, who shares powerful firsthand stories about the band's creative vision, their turbulent rise, and the circumstances that tore them apart just as they were poised for greatness. It's one of the most fascinating “what coulda been” stories in rock history. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Before The Dream Faded" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1Pr8RWEhBaLCgU1fP5HAmT?si=56f23d77f6eb4188 GENESIS "Angeline" THE ANIMALS "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" THE MISUNDERSTOOD "End Of Time" THE MISUNDERSTOOD "She Got Me" (version 1) THE MISUNDERSTOOD "She Got Me" (version 2) THE MISUNDERSTOOD "Why" THE MISUNDERSTOOD "Thunder 'N Lightnin'" GLEN CAMPBELL "Rhinestone Cowboy" LEON MCAULIFFE & HIS WESTERN STRING BAND “Take It Away, Leon” *THE GOLDTONES “Gutterball” THE MISUNDERSTOOD “Who’s Been Talkin’” THE YARDBIRDS “Mister, You’re A Better Man Than I” THE YARDBIRDS “I’m A Man” THE CREATION “Making Time” THE YARDBIRDS “Shapes Of Things” THE MISUNDERSTOOD “Children Of The Sun” THE MISUNDERSTOOD “My Mind” *THE MISUNDERSTOOD “Who Do You Love” THE YARDBIRDS “Still I’m Sad”  THE MISUNDERSTOOD “I Unseen” THE MISUNDERSTOOD “Find The Hidden Door” THE MISUNDERSTOOD “I Can Take You To The Sun” THE MISUNDERSTOOD “I’m Not Talking” THE MISUNDERSTOOD “Who’s Been Talking” THE MISUNDERSTOOD “I Need Your Love” THE MISUNDERSTOOD “You Don’t Have To Go” THE MISUNDERSTOOD “I Cried My Eyes Out” THE MISUNDERSTOOD “Like I Do” THE MISUNDERSTOOD “You’ve Got Me Crying Over Love” *THE DIRTY BLUES BAND “Checking Up On My Baby” THE MISUNDERSTOOD “Golden Glass” JUICY LUCY “Who Do You Love” HIGH TIDE “Nowhere” THE MISUNDERSTOOD “No Survivors” THE MISUNDERSTOOD “Mona” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? tune in next week to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Bad Idea" ^ that's my band...this is shamefless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1968's In the Beginning: The Hidden California Psych Classic 12 Jun 202501:15:29
EPYSODE 41: In The Beginning by Genesis. Guest: Genesis bassist "Foxy" Fred Rivera. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. This week we dig into one of the great overlooked curiosities of late-‘60s American rock: "In the Beginning" by the Los Angeles-based Genesis — not the British prog giants, but a raw, garage-psych outfit that burned bright and fast in 1968. With its blend of fuzzed-out guitars, moody organ lines, and Sunset Strip attitude, this epysode uncovers why this album has become a cult favorite among psych-rock collectors and crate diggers alike. We’re joined by  guest Fred “Foxy” Rivera, the original bassist of the band, who shares exclusive firsthand stories from inside the L.A. scene, the band’s short-lived journey, and what really went down behind the recording of their one and only album. Tune in, turn on & drop by to discover the "other" Genesis... I hope you dig "In The Beginning" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== You need to check out Fred Rivera's book "Raw Man". Seriously, it's good. Here's a link to buy a copy: https://www.amazon.com/Raw-Man-Mr-Fred-Rivera/dp/0988464632  ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Pn7m1FXxJ2ae5QnXz8c8k?si=fdce36177faa4304   KEITH CROSS & PETER ROSS "The Dead Salute" GENESIS (U.K.) "Supper's Ready" GENESIS (U.K.) "The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway" GENESIS (U.K.) "Follow You, Follow Me" GENESIS (U.K.) "Turn It On Again" GENESIS (U.K.) "Land Of Confusion" GENESIS (U.K.) "I Can't Dance" *THE PACIFIC OCEAN “Road To Hell” SONS OF ADAM “Feathered Fish” BLUE CHEER “When It All Gets Old” *RAIN “E.S.P.” SPIRIT “I Got A Line On You” GENESIS "Angeline" GENESIS "Suzanne" GENESIS "Gloomy Sunday" GENESIS "What's It All About" GENESIS "Mary, Mary" GENESIS "Ten Second Song" GENESIS "Girl Who Never Was" GENESIS "World Without You" CROSBY, STILL, NASH & YOUNG “Almost Cut My Hair” BLUES IMAGE “Ride, Captain Ride” *DELANEY BRAMLETT “Nothing Without You” *INDIGO “Prisoner Of The Spirit World” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? tune in next week to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "If Wishes Were Horses" ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1971's Bored Civilians: Underrated British Folk-Psych Gem 05 Jun 202501:05:19
Epysode 40: Bored Civilians by Keith Cross & Peter Ross. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. This week we unearth a hidden gem from the early '70s . A one-off collaboration between two underground talents, this hauntingly beautiful album blends British folk, progressive rock, and melancholy songwriting in ways that still resonate today. We explore the unique alchemy between Cross’s intricate guitar work and Ross’s introspective lyricism, unpack the album’s short-lived legacy, and consider why this obscure release has earned cult-classic status among collectors and audiophiles. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Bored Civilians" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jsd6lOtC2KfNLVEXHuC3p?si=baa5c3ab713d49b3 THE SONICS "Have Love Will Travel" BULLDOG BREED “Eileen’s Haberdashery Store” BULLDOG BREED “Paper Man” BULLDOG BREED “Friday Hill” THE FLIES “Magic Train” T2 “No More White Horses” T2 “Morning” T2 “Highway” T2 “Careful Sam” *SUNBURST “Cheese Wire” LEAF HOUND “Drowned My Life In Fear” HOOKFOOT “Bluebird” FAIRPORT CONVENTION “Throwaway Street Puzzle” *CROSS & ROSS “Can You Believe It?” CROSS & ROSS “Blind Willie Johnson” CROSS & ROSS "Last Ocean Rider" CROSS & ROSS "Bored Civilians" CROSS & ROSS "Peace In The End" CROSS & ROSS "Story To A Friend" CROSS & ROSS "Loving You Takes So Long" CROSS & ROSS "Pastels" CROSS & ROSS "The Dead Salute" CROSS & ROSS "Bo Radley" CROSS & ROSS "Fly Home" CROSS & ROSS "Prophets Guiders" *GRAND THEFT “Body Talk” *PIRANHA “Gonna Take It Up” *TOBA “Moving Up” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune into next week's show to find out... *NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Beauty In The Wasteland" ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1965's Here Are the Sonics: The Proto-Punk Garage Rock Classic29 May 202502:05:00
EPYSODE 39: Here Are The Sonics!!! by The Sonics. Guests: Sonics drummer Bob Bennett and filmmaker Jordan Albertsen. Additional commentary by What Wave Dave. NOTE: Sadly, I was not aware that my guest Bob Bennett had passed until this epysode was released. Bob's drumming was ferocious, and a key to the Sonics' sound. He shared some great stories and I really enjoyed our discussion. This represents likely the last interview he gave about his time with this amazing band. My sincere condolences to the Bennett family for your loss. You'll be missed Bob, you were one of the greats. Thank you for giving us, your fans, the gift of your timeless music. Rest in peace... - John Crank up the volume, it's time for "Here Are The Sonics!!!", the ferocious 1965 debut from Tacoma’s own The Sonics, a band whose sound was decades ahead of its time. We’re joined by Bob Bennett, the band’s original drummer, and Jordan Albertsen, writer/director of "Boom! A Film About The Sonics", for exclusive commentary and behind-the-scenes stories. Together, we dive into the legacy of this seminal album, its influence on garage, grunge, and punk—and ask the big question: Were The Sonics the first punk band? Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Here Are The Sonics!!!" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1s3JkQ9yX7aEUCSrK2x0w5?si=d0692c659f0e4687 LONNIE MACK “Wham” ANDY WILLIAMS “A Fool Never Learns” BARBARA STREISAND “People” AL HIRT “Cotton Candy” DIANE RENAY “Navy Blue” DEAN MARTIN “Everybody Loves Somebody” AL MARTINO “I Love You More And More” LOUIS ARMSTRONG “Hello Dolly” MAJOR LANCE “Um, Um, Um, Um, Um” MINNIE SMALL “My Boy Lollipop” PETER & GORDON “A World Without Love” STAN GETZ “The Girl From Ipanema” THE DIXIE CUPS “Chapel Of Love” SAMMY DAVIS JR. “The Shelter Of Your Arms” THE TRASHMEN “SURFIN’ BIRD” ROY ORBISON “Oh, Pretty Woman” THE BEATLES “I Want To Hold Your Hand” IKE & TINA TURNER “Shake” THE VELVET UNDERGOUND “I’m Waiting For The Man” THE STOOGES “I Wanna Be Your Dog” MC5 "Kick Out The Jams" THE RAMONES “I Wanna Be Sedated” THE SEX PISTOLS “Anarchy In The U.K” THE SONICS "The Witch" THE SONICS "Do You Love Me" THE SONICS "Roll Over Beethoven" THE SONICS "Boss Hoss" THE SONICS "Dirty Robber" THE SONICS "Have Love Will Travel" THE SONICS "Psycho" THE SONICS "Money" THE SONICS "Walkin' The Dog" THE SONICS "Nighttime Is The Right Time" THE SONICS "Strychnine" THE SONICS "Good Golly Miss Molly" THE SONICS “Louie, Louie” THE SONICS “Cinderalla” THE SONICS “Love Lights” THE SONICS “You Got Your Head On Backwards” THE SONICS “I’m Going Home” THE SONICS “Be A Woman” THE SONICS “Have Love Will Travel” (live)  ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? tune in next week to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Tales Of Woe" ^That's my band. This is shameful self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1966's Turn On: Rare and Groundbreaking 60s Fuzz-Heavy Garage26 Jun 202502:37:06
EPYSODE 43: Turn On The Music Machine by The Music Machine. Guest: Music Machine guitarist Mark Landon. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. This week, step into the dark, fuzz-drenched grooves of "Turn On The Music Machine", the 1966 debut album from proto-punk pioneers The Music Machine. Known for their all-black attire and snarling, hypnotic sound, The Music Machine helped define the garage rock era with hits like “Talk Talk” and “The People In Me.” We’re joined by  guest Mark Landon, the band’s guitarist, who shares exclusive behind-the-scenes stories from the recording sessions, insights into their creative process, and what it was like to be part of one of the most influential — and underrated — acts of the ‘60s. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Turn On The Music Machine" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== Here’s a link to the Ron Edgar interview I mentioned: ⁠https://www.minniepaulmusic.com/artists/k-to-n/music-machine-ron-edgar-keith-olsen/⁠ Check out Ritchie Unterberger's books here: http://www.richieunterberger.com ===AIR OARS END O'MISHUNS=== I mistakenly referred to Gale Garnett's song as "We'll Walk In The Sunshine". Of course, it's actually "We'll Sing In The Sunshine".   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3JrnQUvETC5fTpMYHZU1ww?si=70a98a6000ea46d7 THE MISUNDERSTOOD “Children Of The Sun” SCOTT McKENZIE “San Francisco” THE WAYFARERS “Progress Is The Middle Name Of Man” *THE GOLDEBRIARS “I’m Going to Marry You” GALE GARNETT “We’ll Sing In The Sunshine” THE RAGAMUFFINS “Two Much” THE RAGAMUFFINS “Push Don’t Pull” THE RAGAMUFFINS “Talk Me Down” THE MARKETTS “Out Of Limits” THE PURPLE GANG “Bring Your Own Self Down” THE ASSOCIATION “Cherish” *THE MUSIC MACHINE “Talk Talk” *THE MUSIC MACHINE “Trouble” *THE MUSIC MACHINE “Cherry Cherry” *THE MUSIC MACHINE “Taxman” *THE MUSIC MACHINE “Some Other Drum” *THE MUSIC MACHINE “Masculine Intention” *THE MUSIC MACHINE “The People In Me” *THE MUSIC MACHINE “See See Rider” *THE MUSIC MACHINE “Wrong” *THE MUSIC MACHINE “96 Tears” *THE MUSIC MACHINE “Come On In” *THE MUSIC MACHINE “Hey Joe” THE BONNIWELL MUSIC MACHINE “Double Yellow Line” THE BONNIWELL MUSIC MACHINE “The Eagle Never Hunts The Fly” THE BONNIWELL MUSIC MACHINE “The Day Today” THE BONNIWELL MUSIC MACHINE “Absolutely Positively” THE BONNIWELL MUSIC MACHINE “Dark White” THE BONNIWELL MUSIC MACHINE “Mother Nature-Father Earth” *T.S. BONNIWELL “Sleep” *T.S. BONNIWELL “Black Snow” *T.S. BONNIWELL “Where It Belongs” *SEAN BONNIWELL & THE FUZZTONES “Talk Talk” (live) *SEAN BONNIWELL & THE LARKSMEN “Burn Like A Boy” THE MILLENIUM “It Won’t Always Be The Same” SAGITTARIUS “I’m Not Living Here” FLEETWOOD MAC “Monday Morning” PAT BENETAR “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” FOREIGNER “Double Vision” RICK SPRINGFIELD “Jesse’s Girl” WHITESNAKE “Here I Go Again” IKE & TINA “Get Back” *MARK LANDON “I Can’t Help Myself” ALICE COOPER “Talk Talk” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? ...tune in next week to find out… NEWPORT ELECTRIC “Boom!” ^that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1979's Back to the Egg (pt 2): McCartney’s Most Overlooked Wings Classic10 Jul 202502:06:55
EPYSODE 44 (pt. 2): Back To The Egg by Wings. Guest: Wings' guitarist Laurence Juber. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. This is the conclusion of our "Back To The Egg" discussion. Go back and listen to part 1 first!! Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig this album as much as I do. -Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com  ===LINKS=== Check out Laurence's website here: https://laurencejuber.com I used several archived interviews for this epysode. Here are the links for anyone who wishes to hear them in their entirety. 1979 Wings KHJ Radio interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWUte0UWg70 Back To The Egg Filming Locations with Tudor Smith: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qpvtB85VvxQ John Heaton review of Back To The Egg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uDy3dZ2wvA Michael Noland - The Bottom Line BTTE review: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SuX5bKQRlyU Beatley Tone’s Beatle Channel “Is Back To The Egg - Is It Actually Any Good?”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hvpQC4MdDHU Paul McCartney “Back To The Egg” interview, 1979: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S79QvQ2QqFs Paul McCartney interview, 1986: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=stIwherKnJU Paul discusses his arrest in Japan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1CuU4i6Hmo Denny Laine interview, 2012: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4FXk1cQMRo Denny Laine interview, 1994: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9K2ZMTDmHCU ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify):  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0wMKIakzvRIICsSCcR4yaH?si=4e51015f4a3c4fed WINGS "Reception" WINGS "Getting Closer" WINGS "We're Open Tonight" WINGS "Spin It On" WINGS "Again And Again And Again" WINGS "Old Siam Sir" WINGS "Arrow Through Me" WINGS "Rockestra Theme" WINGS "To You" WINGS "After The Ball/Million Miles" WINGS "Winter Rose/Love Awake" WINGS "The Broadcast" WINGS "So Glad To See You Here" WINGS "Baby's Request" PAUL McCARTNEY “Waterfalls” WINGS “Coming Up” (Live) WINGS “Maybe I’m Amazed” (Live) *WINGS “Rockestra Theme” (Live) PAUL McCARTNEY “Tug Of War” DENNY LAINE “Japanese Tears” DENNY LAINE “Mull Of Kintyre” JULIAN LENNON “Valotte” LAURENCE JUBER “Maisie” LAURENCE JUBER “Penny Lane” LAURENCE JUBER “Go Now” THE MONKEES “That Was Then (This Is Now)” ERIC CARMEN “Make Me Lose Control” BILL MEDLEY & JENNIFER WARNES “Time Of My Life” PATRICK SWAYZE “She’s Like The Wind” BELINDA CARLISLE “Mad About You” ILSEY JUBER “No California” *WINGS “Cage” *PAUL McCARTNEY “Love Awake” (unreleased demo) *PAUL McCARTNEY “Getting Closer” (unreleased demo) ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Bad Idea" ^That's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1979's Back to the Egg (pt 1): McCartney’s Most Overlooked Wings Classic03 Jul 202501:22:05
EPYSODE 44 (pt. 1): Back To The Egg by Wings. Guest: Wings' guitarist Laurence Juber. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. Rules are meant to be broken. I couldn't help myself. I know I said that I would be discussing "under-the-radar" types of albums on this show. So why am I featuring an album that sold 4 million copies, won a grammy, and whose bandleader just so happens to be Sir Paul McCartney?!? 'Cuz I love this one!! Many critics (and some fans) have a different opinion of this record. These are the people I like to call...wrong. "Back To The Egg" has divided music listeners for over 4 decades now. With some wonderful commentary from Wings' guitarist Laurence Juber, we break down the songs to explain why this really IS a fantastic album. If you haven't given this one a fair chance, take a listen with us. Maybe you'll be amazed... Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Back To The Egg" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> ⁠farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com⁠ ===LINKS=== Check out Laurence's website here: https://laurencejuber.com I used several archival interviews in this epysode. Here are the links to listen to them in their entirety. 1979 Wings KHJ Radio interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWUte0UWg70 Back To The Egg Filming Locations with Tudor Smith: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qpvtB85VvxQ⁠ John Heaton review of Back To The Egg: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uDy3dZ2wvA⁠ Michael Noland - The Bottom Line BTTE review: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SuX5bKQRlyU⁠ Beatley Tone’s Beatle Channel “Is Back To The Egg - Is It Actually Any Good?”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hvpQC4MdDHU Paul McCartney “Back To The Egg” interview, 1979: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S79QvQ2QqFs⁠ Paul McCartney interview, 1986: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=stIwherKnJU⁠ Paul discusses his arrest in Japan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1CuU4i6Hmo Denny Laine interview, 2012: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4FXk1cQMRo⁠ Denny Laine interview, 1994: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9K2ZMTDmHCU⁠   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1bsKvLl7RQMUDSly3ROQ3w?si=fa6d5f41f4ca43d0 *THE MUSIC MACHINE “Talk Talk” MEL & KIM “Respectable” THE SHADOWS “Apache” JOHN MAYALL & THE BLUESBREAKERS “All Your Love” DAVY GRAHAM “Angi” JR. WALKER & THE ALL-STARS “Shotgun” AL STEWART “The Year Of The Cat” ALAN PARSONS PROJECT “A Dream Within A Dream”  *CLEO LAINE “Sunday” *MARVIN HAMLISCH “Gunbarrel” CARLY SIMON “Nobody Does It Better” DAVID ESSEX “Rock On” PAUL McCARTNEY “Maybe I’m Amazed” PAUL McCARTNEY “Another Day” PAUL & LINDA McCARTNEY “Too Many People” THE MOODY BLUES “Go Now” WINGS “Wild Life” JOE COCKER “Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood” PAUL McCARTNEY & WINGS “My Love” PAUL McCARTNEY & WINGS “Band On The Run” THUNDERCLAP NEWMAN “Something In The Air” WINGS “Junior’s Farm” WINGS “I’ve Just Seen A Face” (live) WINGS “Let Me Roll It” (live) WINGS “Mull Of Kintyre” WINGS “With A Little Luck” *PAUL McCARTNEY “Same Time Next Year” WINGS “Goodnight Tonight” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1970's Hollywood Dream (pt 1): British Psychedelic Rock Masterpiece17 Jul 202501:33:17
EPYSODE 45 (pt. 1): Hollywood Dream by Thunderclap Newman. Guest: Mark Wilkerson, author of "Hollywood Dream: The Thunderclap Newman Story". Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. If you can't beat 'em...ask 'em to be on your show. I thought I was the only Thunderclap Newman fanatic (Thunderhead? Newmanhead??). When I came up with the ingenious idea of interviewing Pete Townshend, my theory was that he was probably so sick of answering the same old questions about The Who and his solo career that he would welcome chatting about this band that he put together and the album he produced. Turns out, I was right. Little did I know however that someone else was already talking to Pete about this very subject, and was delving deep to uncover the story of this almost forgotten band. Who better than to have on the show then the guy Pete says "knows more about Thunderclap Newman than I do". This epysode dives into the story of the unlikely characters that make up this utterly unique band, their fascinating album and the amazing journey author Mark Wilkerson took to write his compelling book. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Hollywood Dream" as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== Buy Mark's book "Hollywood Dream: The Thunderclap Newman Story" here: https://www.thirdmanbooks.com/catalog/hollywooddream Listen to Mark's interview with Pete Townshend, discussing the band and Mark's book here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDKUHw1Vets   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6yo1oH4phbfCa6gjIxNWhZ?si=f560a85e27bd44a6 WINGS “Spin It On” JOHN LENNON “Bring On The Lucie (Freeda People)” THE WHO “Bargain” THE ROMANTICS “What I Like About You” THE WHO “Who Are You” PETE TOWNSHEND “Love Reign O’er Me” PETE TOWNSHEND “Bargain” *BIX BEIDERBECKE “In A Mist” *JELLY ROLL MORTON “The Crave” THE EVERLY BROTHERS “I’m Finding It Rough” THE WHO “Run, Run, Run” OSCAR “Club Of Lights” THE WHO “Armenia City In The Sky” ONE IN A MILLION “Fredereeck Hernando” ONE IN A MILLION “Use Your Imagination” THE MAGIC MIXTURE “Urge To Leave” THE JIMI HENDRIX EXPERIENCE “Purple Haze” THE CRAZY WORLD OF ARTHUR BROWN “Fire” THUNDERCLAP NEWMAN “Something In The Air” THUNDERCLAP NEWMAN “Wilhelmina” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1966's Black Monk Time: The Proto-Punk Garage Rock Classic 31 Jul 202501:43:50
EPYSODE 46: Black Monk Time by The Monks. Guest: Monk's bassist Eddie Shaw. Additional commentary by What Wave Dave. This week we dive into "Black Monk Time", the groundbreaking 1966 album by The Monks, with special guest Eddie Shaw, the band’s bassist and author of the memoir also titled "Black Monk Time". Hear firsthand stories about their wild time in Germany, their proto-punk sound, and how five American GI's accidentally created one of the most radical records of the '60s. Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig this album as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X here --> @VinylRelicsPod Email me here --> farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== Buy Eddie's amazing memoir here: https://www.amazon.ca/Black-Monk-Time-Coming-Anti-Beatle/dp/0963337122 Buy some of Ritchie Unterberger's excellent books here: http://www.richieunterberger.com ===AIR OARS END O'MISHUNS=== I referred to a song "Love Can Time The Wild" incorrectly as "Love Can Tame The World". Oopsie.   ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Since this album is not available on Spotify, there is no link to a playlist for this week's show. THUNDERCLAP NEWMAN "Something In The Air" BOOKER T. & THE MG’S “Green Onions” THE FIREBALLS “Torquay” THE BEATLES "I Want To Hold Your Hand" THE TORQUAYS “Boys Are Boys” THE TORQUAYS “There She Walks” THE MONKS “I Can’t Get Over You”   THE MONKS “Cuckoo” THE MONKS “Monk Time” THE MONKS "Shut Up" THE MONKS "Boys Are Boys And Girls Are Choice" THE MONKS "Higgle-Dy-Piggle-Dy" THE MONKS "I Hate You" THE MONKS "Oh, How To Do Now" THE MONKS "Complication" THE MONKS "We Do Wie Du" THE MONKS "Drunken Maria" THE MONKS "Love Came Tumblin' Down" THE MONKS "Blast Off!" THE MONKS "That's My Girl" THE JIMI HENDRIX EXPERIENCE “Voodoo Child”  THE MONKS “Love Can Tame The World” MINNESODA "Let's Get It On" THE MONKS "Black Monk Time" (live) THE MONKS “I’m Watching You” THE MONKS “Julia” THE SILVER APPLES “Silver Monk Time” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Seemed Like A Good Idea At The Time" ^ that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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