Vinyl Relics

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Vinyl Relics is a storytelling-driven music podcast dedicated to uncovering the forgotten, overlooked, and unfairly ignored albums hiding in the corners of rock, psych, folk, and beyond. Each “Epysode” spotlights a single record - often a lost gem or cult favourite, and dives deep into its creation. Hosted by Farmer John, the show blends rich historical research with track-by-track commentary, personal reflections, and interviews with artists, producers, and the people who helped shape the music. The result is an immersive journey into albums that deserve a second listen...or a first discovery. Whether you’re a lifelong crate-digger, a lover of music history, or simply someone who enjoys hearing the stories behind great records, Vinyl Relics offers a fresh way to explore the past one album at a time. Tune in, turn on & drop by to discover music that time has forgotten.

  1. 1968’s Begin: The Millennium's Psychedelic Pop Symphony Lost in Time

    1 DAY AGO

    1968’s Begin: The Millennium's Psychedelic Pop Symphony Lost in Time

    EPYSODE 81: Begin by The Millennium. Guest: Michael Fennelly. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. This week we dive into Begin (1968) by The Millennium, a breathtaking studio creation that pushed pop music to its limits and then quietly disappeared. Featuring exclusive commentary from band member Michael Fennelly, we uncover the story behind one of the most ambitious albums of its time. With its layered harmonies, orchestral flourishes, and groundbreaking production, Begin was designed to be the future of pop. Instead, it became a cult artifact...rediscovered decades later as a defining statement of sunshine pop and baroque psych. A beautiful failure, or a masterpiece the world simply wasn’t ready for? I hope you dig Begin as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon for as little as $2/month 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 @VinylRelicsPod Email me @ farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== Portland College Radio Station interview with Sandy Salisbury, 2012:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5WNmiK7X4w   ===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/1JGEhgWHIiBcB0cO5zhMfw?si=f7dde73b87544686 ARMAGEDDON "Buzzard" THE GOLDEBRIARS “Sea Of Tears” LEE MALLORY “That’s The Way It’s Gonna Be” THE ASSOCIATION “Along Comes Mary” THE ASSOCIATION “Cherish” SAGITTARIUS “The Truth Is Not Real” *SANDY SALISBURY “All I Really Have Is A Memory” THE BALLROOM “Spinning, Spinning, Spinning” *THE MUSIC MACHINE “Talk Talk” THEME FROM “GUNSMOKE” THE EVERLY BROTHERS “All I Have To Do Is Dream” RICKY NELSON “Travellin’ Man” THE PRETTY THINGS “Rosalyn” THE ZOMBIES “She’s Not There” MARVIN GAYE “Hitch Hike” BUFFALO SPRINGFIELD “For What It’s Worth” SCOTT McKENZIE “San Francisco” THE MILLENIUM "Prelude" THE MILLENIUM "To Claudia On Thursday" THE MILLENIUM "I Just Want To Be Your Friend" THE MILLENIUM "5 A.M." THE MILLENIUM "I'm With You" THE MILLENIUM "The Island" THE MILLENIUM "Sing To Me" THE MILLENIUM "It's You" THE MILLENIUM "Some Sunny Day" THE MILLENIUM "It Won't Always Be The Same" THE MILLENIUM "The Know It All" THE MILLENIUM "Karmic Dream Sequence #1" THE MILLENIUM "There Is Nothing More To Say" THE MILLENIUM "Anthem (Begin)" *THE MILLENIUM “Dying With You” THE MILLENIUM “I Just Don’t Know How To Say Goodbye” *THE MILLENIUM “A Younger Me” SANDY SALISBURY “Spell On Me” LEE MALLORY “Hey You” JOEY STEC “Give My Love To You” CURT BOETTCHER “I Love You More Each Day” CRABBY APPLETON “Go Back” NEWPORT ELECTRIC "So It Goes" ^^ That's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Listen to all our stuff here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5y6kGmYnS4SWvqAfijhDdp?si=jJpxTXitTQeKSQWRuMGRcg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 31min
  2. 1975's Armageddon: The Essential Progressive Hard Rock Gem

    23 APR

    1975's Armageddon: The Essential Progressive Hard Rock Gem

    EPYSODE 80: Armageddon by Armageddon. Guest: Louis Cennamo. Additional commentary by the Psychedelic Wizard Uncle Herff. This week we explore the explosive sound of 1975's Armageddon, the self-titled debut and only album by the British progressive hard rock band Armageddon. This album fuses progressive rock, hard rock, and psychedelic textures, delivering a powerful and intricate listening experience that has captivated collectors and prog-rock enthusiasts for decades. Featuring dynamic guitar work and rich rhythmic interplay, Armageddon stands as a seminal statement of 70s British hard prog. This epysode is particularly special because it marks the conclusion of our mini-series featuring exclusive commentary by legendary bassist Louis Cennamo, who provides insider insights and reflections on the creative process that went into crafting this iconic album. Listeners will gain unique perspectives on the recording sessions and collaborative energy of the band. Tune in for track-by-track analysis and firsthand insights from a rock legend, as we close out the mini-series with a celebration of a record that remains a must-have for collectors, prog aficionados, and fans of classic 70s British rock. I hope you dig Armageddon as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon for as little as $2/month 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 @VinylRelicsPod Email me @ farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== Keith and Louis’s interview from the A&M promo album, 1975: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbBYkGkTqYw Buy Louis' book "Awake In The Dream" here: https://www.amazon.com/Awake-Dream-Spiritual-Diary-Rockstar/dp/1917056737   ===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/6BvOm4DLpMjXzbO1XNU9S8?si=45bc718744674131 RENAISSANCE “Kings And Queens” COLOSSEUM “Bring Out Your Dead” STEAMHAMMER “Mortal Thought” *THE GROUP “Land Of Lakes” *NOAH’S ARK “Love In” JOHNNY WINTER AND “Jumpin’ Jack Flash” RICK DERRINGER “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo” CAPTAIN BEYOND “Dancing Madly Backwards” ARMAGEDDON "Buzzard" ARMAGEDDON "Silver Tightrope" ARMAGEDDON "Paths And Planes And Future Gains" ARMAGEDDON "Last Stand Before" ARMAGEDDON "Basking In The White Of The Midnight Sun" ILLUSION “Man Of Miracles” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Bad Idea" ^^ That's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Check out our music here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5y6kGmYnS4SWvqAfijhDdp?si=KH09exGTSVqRI_seDS6yLw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 2min
  3. 1972's Speech: Steamhammer's Incredible Swan Song

    16 APR

    1972's Speech: Steamhammer's Incredible Swan Song

    EPYSODE 79: Speech by Steamhammer. Guest: Louis Cennamo. Additional commentary by the Psychedelic Wizard, Uncle Herff. This week we delve into 1972's Speech, the final album by Steamhammer. A masterful blend of blues-rock, progressive textures, and psychedelic experimentation. Speech showcases the band at a creative peak during an adventurous time in British rock. With help from bassist Louis Cennamo, we learn how he achieved that unique sound never before heard. And get a load of this: with Louis' blessing, we were able to include snippets of a couple tracks from the "lost" Steamhammer album, Axis, the album recorded after Speech that has never been released. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to Steamhammer, this epysode offers a deep dive into one of the most underrated British rock albums of the decade. I hope you dig Speech as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon for as little as $2/month 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 @VinylRelicsPod Email me @ farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== Steve Joliffe 2019 Interview with Red Octupus Media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFpLnsg5ShM Buy Louis' book "Awake In The Dream" here: https://www.amazon.com/Awake-Dream-Spiritual-Diary-Rockstar/dp/1917056737   ===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/1qnaKktjRWoOh91RNGBOT0?si=294808539803486d RENAISSANCE “Bullet” COLOSSEUM “Time Lament” FREDDIE KING “Hideaway” STEAMHAMMER “Lost You Too” STEAMHAMMER “Junior’s Wailing” STEAMHAMMER “On The Road” *METHUSELAH “Prism Fawn” STEAMHAMMER “Passing Through” STEAMHAMMER “Another Travelling Tune” STEAMHAMMER “Mountains” STEAMHAMMER "Penumbra: 1) Entrance 2) Battlements 3) Passage To Remorse 4) Sightless Substance 5) Mortal Thoughts" STEAMHAMMER "Telegram (Nature's Mischief)" STEAMHAMMER "For Against" ROD STEWART “Maggie May” *STEAMHAMMER “Small Boar And Gibbon” (previously unreleased) *STEAMHAMMER “Christine” (previously unreleased) *STEAMHAMMER “A Buzz To Armageddon” (previously unreleased) ARMAGEDDON "Silver Tightrope" NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Nice And Slow" ^^ That's my band! This is shameless self-promotion!! Listen to my band's music here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5y6kGmYnS4SWvqAfijhDdp?si=Bk880y33QNSK_gZLSQvv_A Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 23min
  4. 1970's Daughter of Time: Colosseum's Proggy Jazz-Rock Masterpiece

    9 APR

    1970's Daughter of Time: Colosseum's Proggy Jazz-Rock Masterpiece

    EPYSODE 78: Daughter Of Time by Colosseum. Guest: Louis Cennamo. Additional commentary by the Psychedelic Wizard, Uncle Herff. Step into the innovative soundscape of 1970's Daughter of Time, by Colosseum. Known for its seamless fusion of progressive rock, jazz improvisation, and psychedelic textures, this album showcases the band at the height of their creative powers. Complex arrangements galore! With help from bassist Louis Cennamo, we explore the tracks and the story behind this tremendous LP. I hope you dig Daughter Of Time as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon for as little as $2/month 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 @VinylRelicsPod Email me @ farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== Jon Hiseman 2007 interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V7NMZGXiWWM   Jon Hiseman Interview Progressive Music Awards 2016: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BH2KfrOubcI Buy Louis' book "Awake In The Dream" here: https://www.amazon.com/Awake-Dream-Spiritual-Diary-Rockstar/dp/1917056737   ===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/6nIAOtklQUlZow3KJlAdWS?si=75d94a5e69734b2f RENAISSANCE "Kings And Queens" THE GRAHAM BOND ORGANIZATION “Neighbour Neighbour” ALEXIS KORNER’S BLUES INCORPORATED “I Thought I Heard That Whistle Blow” *JOHN MAYALL’S BLUES BREAKERS “She’s Too Young” *THE WES MINSTER FIVE “Sticks And Stones” CHRIS FARLOWE & THE THUNDERBIRDS “Dawn” COLOSSEUM “Walking In The Park” COLOSSEUM “The Road She Walked Before” COLOSSEUM “The Kettle” COLOSSEUM “The Valentyne Suite” COLOSSEUM “Lost Angeles” BAKERLOO “Gang Bang” CHRIS FARLOWE “Out Of Time” COLOSSEUM "Three Score And Ten, Amen" COLOSSEUM "Time Lament" COLOSSEUM "Take Me Back To Doomsday" COLOSSEUM "The Daughter Of Time" COLOSSEUM "Theme For An Imaginary Western" COLOSSEUM "Bring Out Your Dead" COLOSSEUM "Downhill And Shadows" COLOSSEUM "Time Machine" COLOSSEUM “Skellington” (live) ATOMIC ROOSTER “Little Bit Of Inner Air” HUMBLE PIE “Hot ‘N’ Nasty” TEMPEST “Foyers Of Fun” COLOSSEUM II “Down To You” COLOSSEUM II “Put It That Way” JON HISEMAN “A Night In The Sun” COLOSSEUM “Bread & Circuses” COLOSSEUM “Not Getting Through” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Bad Idea" ^^ That's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Listen to all our music here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5y6kGmYnS4SWvqAfijhDdp?si=OL-6gnfZRQWOgEQHlwL6Gg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 3min
  5. 1969's Renaissance: The Groundbreaking British Progressive Rock Gem

    2 APR

    1969's Renaissance: The Groundbreaking British Progressive Rock Gem

    Epysode 77: Renaissance, by Renaissance. Guest: Renaissance bassist Louis Cennamo. Additional commentary by the Psychedelic Wizard, Uncle Herff. This week we step into the mesmerizing world of 1969's Renaissance, the debut album from the pioneering British band Renaissance. Far ahead of its time, this record blends progressive rock, psychedelic textures, and classical influences to create a soundscape that remains unique in the late 60s British rock scene. With their melodic arrangements, this album set a template for many of the prog bands that followed. With help from Louis Cennamo, we'll dive into the tracks and the stories of this truly groundbreaking LP. I hope you dig Renaissance as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon for as little as $2/month 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 @VinylRelicsPod Email me @ farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== Keith Relf’s interview from 1969: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4NX8FgVrg-c Buy Louis' book "Awake In The Dream" here: https://www.amazon.com/Awake-Dream-Spiritual-Diary-Rockstar/dp/1917056737   ===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/0FOK2hB8hVRpgUaZI4DqBZ?si=5f1f284554144298 THE YARDBIRDS "What Do You Want" TOGETHER “Henry’s Coming Home”  TOGETHER “Love Mum And Dad” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Tobacco Road” DJANGO REINHARDT “Minor Swing” JOHN LEE HOOKER “Dimples” CHUCK BERRY “Night Beat” *JIMMY POWELL & THE FIVE DIMENSIONS “That’s Alright” THE HERD “So Much In Love” THE HERD “I Can Fly” JAMES TAYLOR “Something In The Way She Moves” JAMES TAYLOR “Carolina In My Mind” RENAISSANCE "Kings & Queens" RENAISSANCE "Innocence" RENAISSANCE "Island" RENAISSANCE "Wanderer" RENAISSANCE "Bullet" RENAISSANCE “Love Is All” RENAISSANCE “Carpet Of The Sun” *ILLUSION “Isadora” ILLUSION “Louis’ Theme” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in to next week's show to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "If Wishes Were Horses" ^^ That's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Check out our music here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5y6kGmYnS4SWvqAfijhDdp?si=dCVg_wePQDuPtPEN-YwUdQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 53min
  6. 1966's Roger the Engineer: The Yardbirds' Bridge from Blues to Psychedelia

    26 MAR

    1966's Roger the Engineer: The Yardbirds' Bridge from Blues to Psychedelia

    Epysode 76: Roger The Engineer by The Yardbirds. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. Step into the groundbreaking world of the album most commonly referred to as Roger the Engineer. Often overshadowed by the band’s popular hits, this record is a masterclass in British blues-rock, garage energy, and early psychedelia. Featuring the electrifying guitar work of Jeff Beck, this album captures the creative explosion of mid-60s London. In a year that featured a long list of incredible albums, we explore why this one stands proudly among the best 1966 had to offer. Whether you’re a long-time fan, a vinyl enthusiast, or discovering The Yardbirds for the first time, this epysode provides a rich, immersive journey into a pivotal 1966 release that continues to inspire musicians and collectors alike. I hope you dig Roger The Engineer as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon for as little as $2/month 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 @VinylRelicsPod Email me @ farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== Jimmy Page 1967 Canadian TV interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BskZBUy4oM4 1965 BBC Paul Samwell-Smith interview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZNjAB8nNyA&list=RD9ZNjAB8nNyA&start_radio=1 1966 BBC Paul Samwell-Smith interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjA7dnYHDCI&list=RDvjA7dnYHDCI&start_radio=1 Here's an article I wrote about this album for Psychedelic Scene: https://psychedelicscene.com/2026/03/29/vinyl-relics-roger-the-engineer-by-the-yardbirds/ ===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/7MH2kes2Q4xlGVQl7Tbx60?si=f2d0e6b6e93a443b THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Tobacco Road” THE BEATLES “Tomorrow Never Knows” THE ROLLING STONES “Paint It Black” THE 13th FLOOR ELEVATORS “You’re Gonna Miss Me” BOB DYLAN “Like A Rolling Stone” MARTY ROBBINS “El Paso” PERCY SLEDGE “When A Man Loves A Woman” MUDDY WATERS “Mannish Boy" TOP TOPHAM “Ascension Heights” THE YARDBIRDS “I’m A Man” SONNY BOY WILLIAMSON II & THE YARDBIRDS “Mister Downchild” THE YARDBIRDS “Too Much Monkey Business” THE YARDBIRDS “Got Love If You Want It” THE YARDBIRDS “I Wish You Would” THE YARDBIRDS “For Your Love” JIMMY PAGE “She Just Satisfies” THE YARDBIRDS “Heart Full Of Soul” THE YARDBIRDS “Heart Full Of Soul” (alternate sitar version) THE YARDBIRDS “Shapes Of Things” THE YARDBIRDS “Lost Women” THE YARDBIRDS “Over, Under, Sideways, Down” THE YARDBIRDS “The Nazz Are Blue” THE YARDBIRDS “I Can’t Make Your Way” THE YARDBIRDS “Rack My Mind” THE YARDBIRDS “Farewell” THE YARDBIRDS “Hot House Of Omagararshid” THE YARDBIRDS “Jeff’s Boogie” THE YARDBIRDS “He’s Always There” THE YARDBIRDS “Turn Into Earth” THE YARDBIRDS “What Do You Want” THE YARDBIRDS “Ever Since The World Began” THE YARDBIRDS “Train Kept A-Rollin’” (live) JEFF BECK “Beck’s Bolero” THE YARDBIRDS “Happenings Ten Years Time Ago” THE YARDBIRDS “Psycho Daisies” THE YARDBIRDS “Stroll On” THE YARDBIRDS “Ha Ha Said The Clown” THE YARDBIRDS “Little Games” THE YARDBIRDS “Dazed And Confused” (live) THE YARDBIRDS “Knowing That I’m Losing You” LED ZEPPELIN “Whole Lotta Love” BOX OF FROGS “Back Where I Started” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Boom!" ^ That's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Hear all our music here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5y6kGmYnS4SWvqAfijhDdp?si=loLrRfDNT5i_FTtPUNxXSg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 30min
  7. 1964's Tobacco Road: The Raw British Invasion R&B Classic by The Nashville Teens

    19 MAR

    1964's Tobacco Road: The Raw British Invasion R&B Classic by The Nashville Teens

    Epysode 75: Tobacco Road by The Nashville Teens. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. In 1964, at the height of the British Invasion, one of the rawest and most hard-driving R&B records to cross the Atlantic was “Tobacco Road” by The Nashville Teens. Gritty, blues-soaked, and powered by explosive vocals, this UK hit stood apart from the jangling pop dominating the charts and delivered a ferocious take on American blues rock. This week, we dig into how “Tobacco Road” became a defining British R&B classic, examining its roots in American blues and its impact on the emerging blues-rock movement in the UK. What made this 1964 recording so powerful? How did The Nashville Teens carve out their place in the British Invasion era? And why does this track still sound so urgent and uncompromising decades later? From its chart success to its enduring influence on British blues rock, we revisit a record that captured the raw energy of early UK R&B and helped shape the sound of 60s rock history. If you’re into British Invasion music, classic 1960s R&B, blues rock origins, or overlooked vinyl-era classics, this is an essential listen. I hope you dig Tobacco Road as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon for as little as $2/month 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 @VinylRelicsPod Email me @ farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== Arthur Sharpe interview for UK Rock History:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzlLBGsc55M Ray Phillips interview for Secret Records Limited: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjISl4izoe4   ===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/2vNSYkrqwyLMHwRmGG8Hso?si=6f73021a97034e90 VAN DUREN "Chemical Fire" THE EVERLY BROTHERS “Nashville Blues” JERRY LEE LEWIS “Lewis’ Boogie” (live) JERRY LEE LEWIS “High School Confidential” (live) JERRY LEE LEWIS “Great Balls Of Fire” (live) *CARL PERKINS “Big Bad Blues” JOHN D. LOUDERMILK “Tobacco Road”  THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Tobacco Road”  THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Mona” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Need You” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Bread And Butter Man” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Hurtin Inside” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Hootchie Cootchie Man”THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Google Eye”THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Too Much” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Parchment Farm” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “I Like It Like That” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “How Deep Is The Ocean” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “La Bamba” *THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Watcha Gonna Do” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “The Biggest Night Of Her Life” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “All Along The Watchtower” *THE ARIZONA SWAMP COMPANY “Train Keeps Rollin’” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Find My Way Back Home” (live) ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Boom!" ^ That's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Check out our music here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5y6kGmYnS4SWvqAfijhDdp?si=2tKdzuwIQNmrMkBtOEZ_Rg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 1min
  8. 1978's Are You Serious?: The Hidden 70s Power Pop Treasure, by Van Duren

    12 MAR

    1978's Are You Serious?: The Hidden 70s Power Pop Treasure, by Van Duren

    EPYSODE 74: Are You Serious? by Van Duren. Guest: Van Duren. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. In 1978, while punk was exploding and disco ruled the charts, a razor-sharp pop record quietly slipped through the cracks. Are You Serious? should have been a defining album of the late ’70s. Instead, it became a cult favourite whispered about by collectors and power pop devotees. This week, we dig into the story behind this Memphis-born gem: the jangling guitars, the smart lyrics, and the Big Star–adjacent brilliance that makes this album one of the great lost power pop records of the era. How did it miss commercial success? From studio lore to standout tracks, we revisit a record that proves sometimes the best albums aren’t the ones that topped the charts...they’re the ones waiting to be rediscovered. If you love 70s power pop or overlooked vinyl-era classics, this one’s essential listening. I hope you dig Are You Serious? as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon for as little as $2/month 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 @VinylRelicsPod Email me @ farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== Grab all of Van’s albums here: https://omnivorerecordings.com/van-duren/  Here’s a link to the award winning documentary titled “Waiting: The Van Duren Story”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwxjkFjFPv4 Check out the Loveland Duren website here: https://www.lovelandduren.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/0H17drhsCAEubGQW3c59vb?si=fe6d380cb2de4079 *SHANTI "We Want To Be Free" VAN HALEN “Eruption” THE ROLLING STONES “(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction” THE DAVE CLARK FIVE “Glad All Over” FREE "All Right Now" ICEWATER "All I See Is You" BIG STAR "In The Street" CHRIS BELL “I Am The Cosmos” BIG STAR “Kizza Me” THE BEATLES “A Hard Day’s Night” PAUL McCARTNEY “Oh Woman Oh Why” VAN DUREN "Chemical Fire" NICK LOWE "I Love The Sound Of Breaking Glass" VAN DUREN "This Love Inside" VAN DUREN "Oh Babe" SUPERTRAMP "Bloody Well Right" VAN DUREN "Waiting" VAN DUREN "Grow Yourself Up" VAN DUREN "Guaranteed" VAN DUREN "Positive" VAN DUREN "New Year's Eve" VAN DUREN "So Good To Be Me (For The Time Being)" VAN DUREN "Yellow Light" VAN DUREN "For A While" VAN DUREN "Stupid Enough" VAN DUREN "The Love That I Love" VAN DUREN “Bear With Me All The Way” VAN DUREN “Make A Scene” VAN DUREN “Tenessee, I’m Trying” VAN DUREN “That” VAN DUREN “Love At The Heart Of It/Mad At The Moon” *GOOD QUESTION “Girls In Uniforms” GOOD QUESTION “Jane” *VAN DUREN AND TOMMY HOEHN “Your Beautiful Self” *VAN DUREN “Europa” LOVELAND DUREN “Within Crying Distance” ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out... *NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Now It's All This" ^^ That's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Here's a link to my band's music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5y6kGmYnS4SWvqAfijhDdp?si=YsBCG3jtQiukZvkvQ5iFXQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Vinyl Relics is a storytelling-driven music podcast dedicated to uncovering the forgotten, overlooked, and unfairly ignored albums hiding in the corners of rock, psych, folk, and beyond. Each “Epysode” spotlights a single record - often a lost gem or cult favourite, and dives deep into its creation. Hosted by Farmer John, the show blends rich historical research with track-by-track commentary, personal reflections, and interviews with artists, producers, and the people who helped shape the music. The result is an immersive journey into albums that deserve a second listen...or a first discovery. Whether you’re a lifelong crate-digger, a lover of music history, or simply someone who enjoys hearing the stories behind great records, Vinyl Relics offers a fresh way to explore the past one album at a time. Tune in, turn on & drop by to discover music that time has forgotten.

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    Farmer John
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    2024 - 2026
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