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Laid-back conversations with artists, producers and DJs about the one album that shaped them most. This single choice sparks an open, free-flowing discussion that wanders through creative process, music memories, artist journeys and whatever else the music stirs up. Presented by Nostalgic Groove

  1. 6H AGO

    Ep 22 | I Love the Blues, She Heard Me Cry | Jacob Bruner (Sugar Bomb)

    Jacob of Sugar Bomb joins Grooves of Influence to talk about improvisation, musical freedom, and choosing I Love the Blues She Heard Me Cry by George Duke as his most influential album. We discuss what jazz means today, why listenability and experimentation are always in tension, and how a great performance can make a whole room feel present together. Jacob shares how Sugar Bomb’s songs evolve on the road before they hit the studio, why live recordings can reveal a song’s real identity, and what it looks like to build a sound without getting boxed into one genre. A thoughtful conversation about groove, arranging, deep listening, and staying curious as a musician. Instagram: @Sugarbombjazz Website: https://www.sugarbomb.band Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sugarbombjazz 00:18 Meeting Jacob of Sugar Bomb 00:48 How Sugar Bomb Describes Their Sound 01:28 What Jazz Means Now 03:17 Choosing George Duke as His Most Influential Album 03:31 Why I Love the Blues She Heard Me Cry Matters 07:01 What Sugar Bomb Wants the Audience to Feel Live 10:08 Soft Moments vs Festival Energy 10:28 Recording the Second Record and Touring Songs First 12:42 Rubber Studio vs Live Version and Why It Changes 14:41 Improvisation, Head Charts, and Keeping It Fresh 16:49 George Duke Songs Sugar Bomb Wants to Play 18:10 Freedom in Music and Why It Matters 25:33 Balancing Experimentation and Listenability 31:39 Why Everyone Should Check Out George Duke 35:47 There Is Always More Music to Discover 35:57 Where to Find Sugar Bomb and How to Support Them 37:25 Upcoming Releases and Timeline for the Next Album 38:15 The Sugar Bomb Video Game and What’s NextPhoto Credits: Tyler Franz

    40 min

  2. JAN 26

    Ep 21 | Pink Moon by Nick Drake | Fiona (Whisper Doll)

    Fiona of Whisper Doll joins Grooves of Influence to talk about finding community, building a band in Brooklyn, and choosing Pink Moon by Nick Drake as her most influential album. We discuss honest songwriting, vulnerability over perfection, and how discovering Nick Drake during COVID shaped her approach to music and lyricism. Fiona shares stories about writing late at night, recording voice memos, and using instrumentation to help tell emotional stories. A warm conversation about creativity, nature, spiritual curiosity, and learning to trust your instincts as an artist. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/whisperdollInstagram: @whisperd0llWebsite: https://whisperdoll.neocities.org/00:00 Meeting Fiona of Whisperdoll – Brooklyn Shoegaze Dream Pop Band Introduction 00:52 Forming Whisperdoll & Finding the Brooklyn Indie Music Scene 02:32 Choosing Nick Drake – Pink Moon | Most Influential Album Discussion 03:52 Vulnerability Over Perfection in Honest Songwriting 06:22 Nature, Spirituality & Meaning in Lyrics | Creative Process in Music 08:02 Favorite Tracks on Pink Moon (Nick Drake Album Breakdown) 09:57 Writing Late at Night, Voice Memos & Music Inspiration 12:27 Trusting Instincts & Writing Honest Songs 14:12 Building Community Through Music 16:42 Using Instruments to Tell Emotional Stories 19:12 Band Collaboration & Expanding a Shoegaze Dream Pop Sound 22:42 Advice for Independent Artists Seeking Community 25:32 Where to Find Whisperdoll + Upcoming Album

    28 min

  3. 12/15/2025

    Ep 20 | Revolver by The Beatles | Koan (Penelope Road)

    0:38 – Meet Koan of Penelope Road 2:44 – Why Penelope Road Can’t Be Boxed Into One Genre 3:56 – The Album That Changed Everything: The Beatles’ Revolver 6:20 – Tomorrow Never Knows and the Power of Experimentation 10:55 – Indian Classical Music and the Roots of Psychedelic Rock 14:55 – Philosophy, Creativity, and Writing Honest Songs 19:08 – Koan’s Guitar Pedalboard and Vintage Tone Hunt 24:55 – Other Albums That Shaped Koan (Radiohead, Bowie, Arcade Fire) 29:12 – The Balance Between Experimentation and ListenabilityKoan of Penelope Road joins us on the Grooves of Influence music podcast to reflect on Revolver by The Beatles and the search for creative freedom in songwriting. We talk about developing a signature sound as an indie band, using experimental guitar tones, and writing with intention across genres like alternative rock, shoegaze, and film scores. Koan shares stories about growing up in a musical family, building pedalboards, and composing for theater and screen. A thoughtful artist interview exploring sound design, emotion in music, and how bands evolve their identity.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peneloperoad Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2BxNY82SWxJkGveOWm2oxH?si=JUH-BFDMQLG6CIib5erNZw

    32 min

  4. 11/24/2025

    Ep 19 | Revolver by The Beatles | Ryan Tuohy (Wide Orbit)

    00:00 Introduction to Wide Orbit and Influences 02:56 The Impact of The Beatles' Revolver 05:49 Musical Journey and Early Experiences 08:50 The Mixing Process and Production Techniques 11:58 Balancing Influences and Originality 14:46 Exploring Genres and Songwriting Process 17:39 The Evolution of Musical Identity 20:39 Production Inspirations and Techniques 23:45 The Future of Wide Orbit and Upcoming Projects Ryan Tuohy of Wide Orbit joins us to talk about Revolver by The Beatles, the record that shaped the sonic vision behind Wide Orbit’s debut album. We explore Ryan’s journey from cello to guitar, his production philosophy rooted in warmth and saturation, and how analog-inspired techniques brought modern songs to life. He shares stories of learning to let go, trusting the process, and embracing both influence and experimentation with honesty. A deep dive into DIY recording, playful grooves, and the beauty of making music that feels free. Wide Orbit's Music: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@UCaV7p5qECQ6bMCVJ_gS38SA YouTube Music - https://music.youtube.com/channel/UC708c4Zoom4FGQSnBRJ-RyQ Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/wide-orbit/1790129450 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/76wnntKKXAHupWwI7tD94X?si=BV-p4V2gTKSOZrF0XpuHfQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wide.orbit TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@wideorbit

    36 min
  5. Ep 18 | Zapped by Various Artists | William Garrett

    10/20/2025

    Ep 18 | Zapped by Various Artists | William Garrett

    William Garrett joins us to reflect on Zapped, a strange and genre-bending sampler curated by Frank Zappa that opened his ears to the wildest corners of music. We talk about discovering Captain Beefheart, Willie the Pimp, and why this record became a turning point in his curiosity as both a listener and producer. William shares stories from decades behind the board — from cleaning studios and watching Aerosmith record, to running Spotify’s flagship recording program and working with artists like John Legend, Ed Sheeran, and Brandi Carlile. A deep conversation about creative instinct, experimentation, and staying open to sound in all its forms. Album of Influence: Zapped by Various Artists William Garrett's Instagram Songs Produced/Recorded/Mixed by William Garrett

    37 min
  6. Ep 17 | five seconds flat by Lizzy McAlpine | Anthony Yeh

    10/06/2025

    Ep 17 | five seconds flat by Lizzy McAlpine | Anthony Yeh

    Anthony Yeh joins us to talk about five seconds flat by Lizzy McAlpine, the album that helped him fall in love with songwriting and understand how to tell a story across a full project. We talk about acapella, vocal layering, and how Lizzy’s use of doubling and space shaped the way Anthony produces his own music. He shares the story behind his debut album Late Night Thoughts, his love for bossa nova and jazz textures, and what it means to “show, not tell” through lyrics. A thoughtful conversation about emotional detail, self-expression, and building something real from a blank page.Album of Influence: five seconds flat by Lizzy McAlpine Anthony Yeh's Music: Spotify Apple Music YouTube Music Instagram TikTok YouTube

    34 min
  7. Ep 16 | Stretch Music by Chief Adjuah | Guest Artist - Alvin Cobb Jr.

    09/22/2025

    Ep 16 | Stretch Music by Chief Adjuah | Guest Artist - Alvin Cobb Jr.

    Alvin Cobb Jr. shares how Stretch Music by Chief Adjuah (formerly Christian Scott) shaped his artistic vision, blending southern hip hop, jazz, and experimental rhythm into something entirely his own. We talk about Alvin’s move from gigging drummer to intentional bandleader, and how writing music for his trio became a personal form of reflection and healing. He opens up about building community through livestreams, developing a sound during a year-long residency, and the stories behind his debut album You’ll Need This Later. A conversation about vulnerability, groove, and letting the drums speak. Album of Influence: ⁠Stretch Music by Chief AdjuahWant to explore Alvin Cobb Jr.'s music? ⁠Check it out here!

    33 min
  8. Ep. 15 | Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino by Arctic Monkeys | Guest Artist - Jacob on the Moon

    09/08/2025

    Ep. 15 | Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino by Arctic Monkeys | Guest Artist - Jacob on the Moon

    Jacob on the Moon joins us to talk about Tranquility Base Hotel and Casino by Arctic Monkeys, a cinematic concept album that shaped the ideas behind his latest EP The Gemini Club. We explore Alex Turner’s dense lyricism, visual world-building, and the creative risks that inspired Jacob’s own moonlit funk grooves. He shares how his seven-piece band evolved, why he loves auxiliary percussion, and how scoring films influenced his approach to songwriting and sound. A conversation about cohesion, concept, and finding the surreal in the groove. Album of Influence: Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino by Arctic Moneys Want to explore Jacob on the Moon's music? Check it out here!

    34 min
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Laid-back conversations with artists, producers and DJs about the one album that shaped them most. This single choice sparks an open, free-flowing discussion that wanders through creative process, music memories, artist journeys and whatever else the music stirs up. Presented by Nostalgic Groove

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  • Creator
    Nostalgic Groove
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 Nostalgic Groove
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