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Vinyl Relics

Farmer John plows the musical landscape to unearth treasures that time has forgotten. Each Epysode showcases one album that deserves more attention. Epysodes include background information, track analyses, reviews and interviews with band members or anyone else involved with the creation of these great records. I hope you dig them as much as I do. Part of Pantheon Podcasts.

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Epysode 24: "Gypsy People" by Jan & Lorraine

Vinyl Relics ·

2025/02/13

In this Epysode of Vinyl Relics, we take a deep dive into the mysterious and haunting album Gypsy People by Jan & Lorraine. Released in the early '70s, 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

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EPYSODE 23: "Volcanic Rock" by Buffalo

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2025/02/06

Guest: Buffalo lead singer Dave Tice.In this episode, 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. I hope you dig "Volcanic Rock" as much as I

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Epysode 22: "Parish Hall" by Parish Hall

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2025/01/30

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.I hope you dig Parish Hall as much as I do. -FJ ===LINKS=== Hey, we could use your support. Please consider backing us on Patreon,

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EPYSODE 21: "Beginning From An End" by Fair Weather

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2025/01/23

Guest: Andy Fairweather-Low.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. So from the end of Amen Corner came the beginning of Fair Weather. They released two albums in the early 70's taking

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Special Epysode: The 2024 "In Memoriam Fantasy Band"...

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2025/01/16

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 music fans as we lost so many wonderful musicians. We will miss all these great 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. -FJ ===LINKS=== Please consider supporting our

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EPYSODES 1 - 20: The First Year In Review

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2025/01/10

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

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EPYSODE 20: "Sussex" by Bent Wind

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2025/01/10

Guests: Bent Wind band members Marty Roth and Ed Thomas. 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 countries 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

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EPYSODE 19: "Psychedelic Lollipop", by The Blues Magoos

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2024/12/01

Guest: Blues Magoos singer/guitarist Peppy Castro. 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

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EPYSODE 18: "Songs For The Gentle Man", by Bridget...

Vinyl Relics ·

2024/11/19

Guest: Bridget St. John. 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

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EPYSODE 17: "Out Of Nowhere", by Henry Schifter

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2024/11/06

Guest: Henry Schifter. Here we have yet another album by an 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:

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Epysode 16: "20 Granite Creek", by Moby Grape

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2024/10/25

Guest: Moby Grape drummer Don Stevenson. 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

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Epysode 15: "Dragonfly", by Dragonfly

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2024/10/08

Guest: Dragonfly guitarist Randy Russ. 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

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Epysode 14: "Red Hash", by Gary Higgins

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2024/09/20

Guest: Gary Higgins 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 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

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Epysode 13: "Fully Qualified Survivor", by Michael...

Vinyl Relics ·

2024/09/04

Guests: Andru Chapman, Bridget St. John & Steve Gunn. 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

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Epysode 12: "The Rose Garden", by The Rose Garden

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2024/08/23

Guests: Rose Garden bandmembers John Noreen and Bill Fleming. 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.

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Epysode 11: "Back In The HCA", by The Bowes Road Band

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2024/07/31

Guests: All 4 Bowes Road Band Members - Alan Lewis, Phil Rawle, Dave Pescod, Ted Rockley and Jakarta Records label co-owner Jannis Stürtz. 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

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Epysode 10: "Heritage", by Christmas

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2024/07/18

GUEST: Bob Bryden 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

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Epysode 09: "Rebirth", by Blonde On Blonde

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2024/06/27

GUEST: Blonde On Blonde vocalist/guitarist Dave Thomas. 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 by second recording contract at the tender age of 70"). Blonde On

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Epysode 08: "Fuchsia", by Fuchsia

Vinyl Relics ·

2024/06/01

Guest: Fuchsia bandleader Tony Durant. 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

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Epysode 07: "The Fabulous Wailers", by The Wailers

Vinyl Relics ·

2024/05/06

Guest: Wailers guitarist Neil Andersson. 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

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