Vinyl and Vision

Psychic Static

Vinyl & Vision is a podcast that takes an artist and asks them to choose an album that was important or influential to their art. The conversation is then lead by the content of the chosen album.

  1. Jul 30

    V&V Ep. 141 Scott Levesque (Skyjelly/Wheat) discusses Red Red Meat's Bunny Gets Paid

    Here's a wonderful conversation with a guy who doesn't do interviews very often, nor do I personally know of him doing any other long form interview. So this was a great opportunity to speak with Scott Levesque of Wheat, whom I've been a fan of for a very long time. Wheat was certainly more of a pop band, and I don't usually get to speak with many pop acts, but Scott is an exception to this not only because I'm a fan, but also because Wheat was never just a pop act. They have always had this weirdness to their music that may have been part in why they were never able to break big in the music biz. But with enough sensibilities to rub elbows with some of the greatest acts of their era like The Flaming Lips and more importantly, the topic of discussion today, Red Red Meat and their seminal album Bunny Gets Paid. So this was a pretty interesting one.If you've happened to miss Wheat, catch up here:https://www.thiswheat.com Scott's new project, Skyjelly, is different than what Wheat was, but not too far off. If you're a fan of Wheat or of Bunny Gets Paid, you should give them a listen here:https://skyjelly.bandcamp.com/music And Scott is also a very talented painter. Please check out his art here:https://www.instagram.com/slevesque_art/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet As mentioned in my intro, my old high school band is doing a one time only reunion show, so if you'd like to join me there on August 14, 2026 you can find tickets here:https://link.dice.fm/O7313e23d1f0?dice_id=O7313e23d1f0 Visit our website to find out more about us, this show and find merchandise to buy from us to support the show at www.psychic-static.com Theme song written and performed by Jeff Robbins of 123 Astronaut and Orbit.

    V&V Ep. 141 Scott Levesque (Skyjelly/Wheat) discusses Red Red Meat's Bunny Gets Paid
  2. May 26

    V&V Ep. 138 Rainer Fronz (Learning Curve Records & Caterwaul Fest)

    Do you know Rainer Fronz? In some way you probably do, but it's the plight of the person behind the curtain that few people ever seem to see or notice the efforts of a guy like Rainer. As it is for most record label owners. Fans notice the artists and albums a label puts out more than the guy that's making it happen. Sometimes that's just the way they want it to be. And it's my opinion that only after having had this short conversation with him, he seems to be the type that isn't looking for credit. Knowing you're doing good work and bring joy into people's lives is all one should need in this world, and that's the way I see Rainer. So why have this conversation? Well, for a few of reasons. First, the dude owns Learning Curve Records which has been putting out great music from bands like Hey Colossus, Bronson Arm, Intercourse, Bummer, Gay Witch Abortion, Vaz and even The Hold Steady for the past 25 years. Second, he has co founded Caterwaul Fest which is in its 5th year and is coming up quick! If you haven't got tickets yet, do that now here:https://ticketstripe.com/caterwaul2026 Third, as a label owner and fest promoter, getting the word out about these things is part of the job! Fourth, Rainer's not doing so great health wise. He's actually first in line for a heart transplant at the moment and this conversation came to you directly from his hospital room. All of this being said, there are clearly many way in which you can help support Rainer, but if buying all the records from Learning Curve is maybe a little too much to ask, or attending all three nights of Caterwaul there is one more way you can help and that's the GoFundMe set up for Rainer which you can find here:https://gofund.me/833b024e1 or buy the records here:https://lcrdistro.com/ Thank you in advance. And if you'd like to find out more about us and what we do, please visit www.psychic-static.com Theme song written and performed by Jeff Robbins of 123 Astronaut and Orbit.

    V&V Ep. 138 Rainer Fronz (Learning Curve Records & Caterwaul Fest)
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Vinyl & Vision is a podcast that takes an artist and asks them to choose an album that was important or influential to their art. The conversation is then lead by the content of the chosen album.

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