I'd Buy That For A Dollar
257 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 38 ratingsA podcast about inexpensive, common and underappreciated records that are waiting to be rediscovered.
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Marianne Faithfull - Broken English
April 23, 2024 05:30 - 43 minutes - 99.3 MBBob Bucko Jr makes his comeback to the podcast with the 1979 comeback album from English singer Marianne Faithfull. A far cry from her Sixties recordings, this album's defiant tone and futuristic sound made it a critical and commercial success, yet its impact has largely been lost to time. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Deodato - Deodato 2
April 16, 2024 05:34 - 51 minutes - 117 MBGuest Bevan Bell brings us an album from Brazilian keyboardist, composer and arranger Eumir Deodato. As we listen to the jazz-funk instrumentals on this record, we talk about everything from Deodato's early bossa nova days to his production work with Kool & the Gang and his familial ties with Justin Bieber. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more peopl...
Little River Band - Sleeper Catcher
April 09, 2024 05:38 - 1 hour - 144 MBAustralian correspondent Melonie Bayl-Smith returns to the show to provide some context for a big hit album by Little River Band. We discover just how differently this record was marketed to U.S. audiences and also touch on the various legal disputes which have resulted in a completely new lineup still performing as LRB. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it he...
Robert Thomas Velline - Nothin' Like a Sunny Day
April 02, 2024 05:42 - 44 minutes - 101 MBCo-host Sean introduces us to the work of Seventies country rock singer Robert Thomas Velline, who turns out to be former Sixties teen idol Bobby Vee. As we listen, we look closer at his career arc and find out that this album—while certainly unique in his catalog—isn't quite the anomaly it initially appears to be. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps mo...
Paul Verhoeven - RoboCop
April 01, 2024 07:30 - 42 minutes - 97.8 MBThe prime directives for this podcast are: serve the public, protect the innocent, and uphold the greatest film ever made—RoboCop, director Paul Verhoeven's 1987 masterpiece. Guest Mark Weathersby joins us as we finally reveal the true purpose of I'd Buy That For A Dollar.
Rick Astley - Whenever You Need Somebody
March 26, 2024 05:28 - 1 hour - 141 MBDJ Lola Kinks returns with the debut from former bargain bin artist Rick Astley. We discuss his unusual career revival and how he embraced it, as well as the initial success of many other songs from the album that has become overshadowed by Rick's internet popularity. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content. If you sign up in the month of March 2024 or are currently a Patreon supporter, then you will receive limited edition merch, includi...
*PATREON UNLOCKED* The Cryan' Shames - Up on the Roof b/w The Sailing Ship
March 21, 2024 04:06 - 28 minutes - 65.5 MBOn this extra special Patreon bonus episode, we visit Steven Krakow aka Plastic Crimewave at his home in Chicago to spin a 45 by Windy City garage-psych band the Cryan' Shames. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. If you sign up in the month of March 2024 or are currently a Patreon supporter, then you will receive limited edition merch, including stickers, pins, tote bags, and mugs. Sign up today!
America - Hat Trick
March 19, 2024 05:32 - 54 minutes - 125 MBGuest Christian Petersen shows us the experimental side of '70s soft-rock stalwarts America. This third album did not make much impact upon release and is still often overlooked in the band's catalog. Therefore we present a few reasons to give it a spin. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Andreas Vollenweider - ...Behind The Gardens – Behind The Wall – Under The Tree...
March 12, 2024 05:36 - 1 hour - 144 MBWe are joined by guest Malk to discuss Swiss electroacoustic harpist Andreas Vollenweider. A pioneering figure in New Age music, we discuss Andreas' innovations and accomplishments, as well as his continued work in music and beyond. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Adam Ant - Friend or Foe
March 05, 2024 05:40 - 51 minutes - 119 MBJournalist, podcaster and radio host Rico Gagliano is our guest as we spin the debut solo album from new wave musician Adam Ant. We explore how Adam developed his unique musical and visual style, the commercial success he achieved, and other pursuits such as his acting career. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
The Marshall Tucker Band - S/T
February 27, 2024 05:44 - 1 hour - 138 MBLance Barresi from Permanent Records in Los Angeles brings us the debut LP from the Marshall Tucker Band. Our first Southern rock feature, we take some time to outline the genre in broad strokes before looking more closely at the band history. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Julie London - Julie Is Her Name
February 20, 2024 05:48 - 50 minutes - 116 MBTaylor Rowley returns to the podcast with a copy of torch singer Julie London's debut album. A huge hit in its day, the album continues to be influential yet London's overall cultural impact has been lost to time. We discuss this and more as we listen. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Jeanne Pruett - Satin Sheets
February 13, 2024 05:52 - 53 minutes - 122 MBMusician and record collector Cathy Illman joins us to spin the second album from American country music singer Jeanne Pruett. We detail Jeanne's background as a songwriter, the story behind her signature song "Satin Sheets," and her second career as an author of cookbooks. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Miriam Makeba - The Magnificent Miriam Makeba
February 06, 2024 05:55 - 42 minutes - 97.8 MBDJ Marissa Mele is our guest as we listen to an album from South African singer and activist Miriam Makeba. An extraordinary musical talent and uncompromising figure, we offer an introduction to her incredible life and body of work. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
James Blood Ulmer - Free Lancing
January 30, 2024 05:58 - 59 minutes - 137 MBSean leads us into the exciting and chaotic world of free jazz with an album by American guitarist James Blood Ulmer. We detail in brief the history of this subgenre and learn how Ulmer developed his unique style of playing. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Brick - Good High
January 23, 2024 06:02 - 51 minutes - 118 MBLauren Raham returns to the podcast with more dollar bin heat! This time she has selected the debut from Atlanta-based funk quintet Brick. We discuss their origins, the group's hybrid of disco and jazz ("Dazz"), and the influence they had on '90s artists. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
The Producers - S/T
January 16, 2024 06:06 - 50 minutes - 115 MBRyan Werner is back, baby! This time he has chosen a 1981 album by Atlanta power pop band the Producers. We spin their infectious tunes and speculate why this group never made it big. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Charley Pride - In Person
January 09, 2024 06:10 - 59 minutes - 135 MBJake Watkins is our guest as we spin a live album by Charley Pride. Blessed with a warm baritone singing voice, Pride was the first Black country music superstar. This album finds him on the verge of said superstardom. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Jimmy Cliff - Unlimited
January 02, 2024 06:14 - 56 minutes - 129 MBShane Hartman returns to the podcast as we discuss Jamaican musician Jimmy Cliff, a key artist in popularizing reggae to international audiences. We listen to one of Cliff's many releases that gets overlooked in the shadow of his success with The Harder They Come soundtrack. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Johnny Rivers - Realization
December 26, 2023 05:57 - 45 minutes - 103 MBCo-host Jeremy finds the Johnny Rivers album for him: a mellow psych-folk mix of original and cover songs. We examine Rivers' strengths as a performer and detail his background as a musician. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Christmas Special 2023!
December 19, 2023 05:54 - 1 hour - 183 MBMark Weathersby aka DJ Mahogany helps us unwrap the presents under the tree this year. We spin everything from funk to Hawaiian-themed holiday tunes. Feeling jolly? Please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content (episodes on 45s!) or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Brenda Russell - S/T
December 12, 2023 05:58 - 50 minutes - 115 MBDJ Ben Johnson returns to the podcast with the self-titled debut release from American musical powerhouse Brenda Russell. A true musician's musician, she has influenced artists in a variety of genres, including synth-pop and hip-hop. We discuss this and more! If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
The Gap Band - Gap Band IV
December 05, 2023 06:01 - 1 hour - 157 MBAmerica's Radio Sweetheart Jesse Thorn joins us to celebrate a classic album from the Gap Band. We spin some of the most popular cuts, examining what makes this a standout funk record, while also exploring how the group reached this pinnacle. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Joe Jackson - Joe Jackson’s Jumpin’ Jive
November 28, 2023 06:05 - 58 minutes - 134 MBGuest Brad Miller brings us a set of jump blues and swing covers from English musician Joe Jackson. A unique entry in an already unique catalog, we learn about how Joe came to record this album and where his career went from here. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
The Mystic Moods Orchestra - Awakening
November 21, 2023 06:04 - 50 minutes - 115 MBConor Ryan, owner of Little Lost Records, is our guest as we uncover the strange and fascinating story behind the Mystic Moods Orchestra records that you've undoubtedly seen while scouring the bins. From recordings of steam locomotives to risque album covers, it's all here. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Marais & Miranda - Nature Songs
November 14, 2023 06:02 - 42 minutes - 96.5 MBGuest Mike Merva brings the first children's record to the podcast. We listen to folk music duo Marais & Miranda perform fun educational songs about nature and learn more about both the group's history and this popular series of albums. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
The Ink Spots - Time Out for Tears
November 07, 2023 12:36 - 52 minutes - 120 MBCo-host Jeremy brings us a record by groundbreaking American pop vocal group the Ink Spots. With their classic "Top & Bottom" song formula, the group were a major influence on doo-wop, rhythm & blues, and rock & roll, and you can find their records everywhere—just make sure it's the actual Ink Spots, which we will explain. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it ...
Cerrone - Supernature (Cerrone III)
October 31, 2023 06:10 - 50 minutes - 116 MBHalloween is once again upon us and that means co-host Sean has pulled another haunted record from his vault. This year we spin the influential music of French disco artist Cerrone and his spooky synthesizer sounds. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Boz Scaggs - Down Two Then Left
October 24, 2023 06:14 - 47 minutes - 110 MBWe are joined by guest David O. McCullough as we discuss American musician Boz Scaggs. The album in question tends to stand in the shadow of its predecessor—the biggest record of Scaggs' career—but upon further review, we find that it should please those who enjoy his most famous work. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
George Benson - White Rabbit
October 17, 2023 05:04 - 46 minutes - 106 MBCo-host Jeremy puts an early seventies album by American jazz guitarist George Benson on the platter. As we take in Benson's flamenco-influenced takes on classic sixties California rock, we also look at his impressive career—a series of twists and turns that has been historically dismissed due to his success on the pop charts. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review,...
Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan - Rufusized
October 10, 2023 11:24 - 51 minutes - 117 MBCo-host Sean lays out a pretty convincing argument that funk and soul singer Chaka Khan is a much more important artist than most realize. We listen to her third record with the band Rufus and discuss just some of the details of her fascinating life story. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Laura Nyro and Labelle - Gonna Take a Miracle
October 03, 2023 05:38 - 49 minutes - 113 MBWe kick off season five with a long-overdue episode on singer-songwriter Laura Nyro. Joined by vocal group Labelle on this record, Nyro showcases her knack for R&B and soul music through a wide range of cover songs, an interesting choice for an artist arguably best known for having other musicians perform her material. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it help...
ReWind: Steven Halpern - Eventide
September 26, 2023 05:42 - 49 minutes - 113 MBFor our final ReWind of the season break, we drift back to the very first New Age record we encountered on our journey. Come relax with us in the meditative and transcendent sound baths of Steven Halpern—one more time. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
ReWind: The Roches - S/T
September 19, 2023 05:46 - 57 minutes - 132 MBOn this ReWind, we venture back to the time honorary co-host Taylor Rowley helped us uncover the musical magic of sisters Maggie, Terre and Suzzy Roche. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
ReWind: Wes Montgomery - A Day in the Life
September 12, 2023 05:50 - 38 minutes - 88.3 MBFor our first ReWind of the season break, we go way back to the first jazz album we ever featured: Wes Montgomery's 1967 release A Day in the Life. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
ReWind: Wes Montgomery - A Day in the LIfe
September 12, 2023 05:50 - 38 minutes - 88.3 MBFor our first ReWind of the season break, we go way back to the first jazz album we ever featured: Wes Montgomery's 1967 release A Day in the Life. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content, or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Season 4 Wrap-Up
September 05, 2023 05:54 - 58 minutes - 134 MBOn this look back at season 4, we highlight some of our favorite albums we featured, play a few selections we didn't include in episodes, announce our final decision in the unofficial "Battle of the Leons," and more. We will be back on October 3 with season 5. Episode cover artwork by Ellen VanderMyde. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content (episodes on 45s!), or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it hel...
Leon Russell - Will O’ the Wisp
August 29, 2023 05:58 - 54 minutes - 125 MBTaylor Rowley returns to discuss American musician and songwriter Leon Russell. A well-known figure in his time, this sixth album released in 1975 finds Russell at the height of his highly impressive career. From the Wrecking Crew to the Gap Band, we learn that Russell's influence goes well beyond the songs he's known for writing. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content (episodes on 45s!), or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no frie...
Leon Redbone - On the Track
August 22, 2023 06:02 - 49 minutes - 114 MBWes Wheat returns to the podcast to chat about ragtime, Tin Pan Alley and vaudeville revivalist Leon Redone. A unique artist who seemingly appeared out of nowhere with this debut, we discuss Leon's ability to breathe new life into old songs and how he managed to carve out his own special place in popular culture. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content (episodes on 45s!), or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a re...
Bobbie Gentry and Glen Campbell - S/T
August 15, 2023 05:12 - 54 minutes - 125 MBMark Weathersby aka DJ Mahogany returns with yet another duet record—this time of the country pop variety. We listen to the only full-length release combining the talents of the Mississippi-born Bobbie Gentry and the Arkansas-reared Glen Campbell. We discuss how this outstanding pairing came to be and why they didn't record more albums together. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content (episodes on 45s!), or tell a friend about us. Broke a...
Bruce Springsteen - The Wild, the Innocent & the E Street Shuffle
August 08, 2023 05:16 - 57 minutes - 131 MBSound artist and former WFMU DJ Samantha Simmons is our guest as we finally feature a record by "The Boss." This second album from American rock singer-songwriter Bruce Springsteen tends to get overlooked in the shadow of the many major works which followed it and is a very unique entry in his catalog. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content (episodes on 45s!), or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it he...
Patrice Rushen - Patrice
August 01, 2023 05:20 - 55 minutes - 128 MBPhilly-based DJ lil'dave drops by to talk Patrice Rushen with us. We spin her fourth record, which marked her shift from jazz to R&B/pop. We cover everything from her early life as a musical prodigy to her career post-"Forget Me Nots." If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content (episodes on 45s!), or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Jackie DeShannon - To Be Free
July 25, 2023 05:24 - 48 minutes - 112 MBMichigan-based musician Fred Thomas joins us to listen to this 1970 album by American singer-songwriter Jackie DeShannon. This record comes hot on the heels of her biggest hit song, "Put a Little Love in Your Heart," and is an excellent exhibit for her skills as both a songwriter and performer. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content (episodes on 45s!), or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more...
Carlos Montoya - Guitar Artistry of Carlos Montoya
July 18, 2023 05:28 - 41 minutes - 94.4 MBCo-host Jeremy emphasizes his love for guitar shredders by spinning us one of the many records by Spanish flamenco guitarist Carlos Montoya. We detail the history of flamenco and examine why his playing was considered unorthodox within the genre. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content (episodes on 45s!), or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
The Dells - There Is
July 11, 2023 05:32 - 55 minutes - 126 MBWFMU DJ and music writer Gaylord Fields is our special guest as we listen to the debut long play from American vocal group the Dells. Released 15 years into their career, the album introduces experimental elements to their signature take on doo-wop and R&B. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content (episodes on 45s!), or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
The Pretenders - S/T
July 04, 2023 04:42 - 50 minutes - 117 MBLauren Raham returns to the podcast with a copy of the self-titled debut from English-American rock band the Pretenders. We forgo popular tracks like "Brass in Pocket" and "Stop Your Sobbing" in favor of focusing on the reckless punk abandon of the record, which may surprise listeners only familiar with their hits. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content (episodes on 45s!), or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a ...
The Incredible String Band - Liquid Acrobat as Regards the Air
June 27, 2023 04:50 - 52 minutes - 121 MBCo-host Jeremy takes us into the whimsical world of British psychedelic folk act the Incredible String Band. While their earlier, more celebrated work tends to be priced higher, this 1971 album is generally priced very affordably. We listen to some choice cuts as we detail highlights from the band's career such as their forgotten appearance at Woodstock. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content (episodes on 45s!), or tell a friend about us...
Kay Gardner - Emerging
June 20, 2023 04:54 - 1 hour - 155 MBMusician and healing arts practitioner Bethany Carder joins us to discuss the music of American flutist and composer Kay Gardner. A pioneering figure in women's music, Gardner was also instrumental in the development of sound healing as a practice. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content (episodes on 45s!), or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!
Yoko Ono - Season of Glass
June 13, 2023 04:58 - 1 hour - 138 MBTaylor Rowley returns to help us shine the spotlight on multimedia artist Yoko Ono. Known to the general public for her wildly experimental music and art in association with her late husband John Lennon, this album finds Yoko processing her grief in the immediate aftermath of his death. Her singing and the musical arrangements here are more gentle and restrained than most might expect. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content (episodes on ...
O. V. Wright - Into Something (Can’t Shake Loose)
June 06, 2023 05:02 - 59 minutes - 137 MBDJ, concert promoter, and Dizzybird Records owner Nicole LaRae Leech brings us some "deep soul" from O. V. Wright. We touch on his gospel and blues origins and how that transformed into a career in secular commercial music. If you like us, please support us at patreon.com/idbuythatpodcast to get exclusive content (episodes on 45s!), or tell a friend about us. Broke and have no friends? Leave us a review, it helps more people find us. Thanks!