Vinyl and Vision
143 episodes - English - Latest episode: 14 days ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsVinyl & 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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V&V Episode 027 Mark Cutler(The Schemers, The Raindogs) and Bob Dylan's Street Legal
June 16, 2020 10:33 - 1 hour - 162 MBMark Cutler is a RI legend, though you wouldn't know it from talking to him. For a RI Rock n' Roll Hall of Famer, who's be on the road with the likes of Bob Dylan, Warren Zevon, and Don Hendley, he's the most humble, down-to-earth, and generous person I've had the pleasure to meet. We discuss a good portion of his time in the bands The Schemers, The Raindogs and other projects he's been working on including The Same Thing Project, which I encourage you to check out here: https://www.thesameth...
V&V Episode 026 Brendan Bell(Gruvis Malt, Ebu Gogo, Belll) and Dj Shadow's Endtroducing.
June 08, 2020 11:31 - 1 hour - 165 MBBrendan in a man of many tastes of musical styles. With that being said, the likelihood of him creating a project of any genre is completely possible. His latest project, Belll, is an ambient, sample based hiphop album akin to that of Dj Shadow's Endtroducing. Could he have gone the route of hard edged prog rock like that of Ebu Gogo? Sure. Jazzy funk rock like Gruvis Malt? Of course. This is just the latest chapter in his ever evolving progression and it's great. Find it on all streaming pla...
V&V Episode 025 Roz Raskin of Nova One and Radiohead's In Rainbows
May 04, 2020 12:49 - 1 hour - 146 MBRoz is one of the most talented and hard working artists in the business right now. So it was my pleasure to be able to discuss their work and history along with one of the most iconic bands of all time. Being in the age of Quarantine, this episode was conducted remotely. With that being said, there was very little vinyl to highlight, but I would completely recommend everyone to pick up Roz's latest release, Loveable, out now on Community Records. It's a really beautiful work of show gazy, ho...
V&V Episode 025 Roz Raskin(Nova One, The Rice Cakes) and Radiohead's In Rainbows
May 04, 2020 12:49 - 1 hour - 146 MBRoz is one of the most talented and hard working artists in the business right now. So it was my pleasure to be able to discuss their work and history along with one of the most iconic bands of all time. Being in the age of Quarantine, this episode was conducted remotely. With that being said, there was very little vinyl to highlight, but I would completely recommend everyone to pick up Roz's latest release, Loveable, out now on Community Records. It's a really beautiful work of shoe gazy, ho...
V&V Episode 024 Hilary Jones and PJ Harvey's Rid of Me
March 21, 2020 12:39 - 1 hour - 196 MBOn this episode I get to sit down with Hilary Jones to discuss the music that has influenced her song writing and playing style, being a former leader for RIOT RI(Girls Rock! Camp), her latest band, Alpha Error and the beginnings of her own podcast which tackles the topics of music, gender equality, and the music gear we love. Also whilst listening to the amazing second album by PJ Harvey, Rid of Me. Alpha Error has a new 2 song demo available on Bandcamp for only $2.00. Find that here: http...
V&V Episode 024 Hilary Jones(Alpha Error, Whore Paint) and PJ Harvey's Rid of Me
March 21, 2020 12:39 - 1 hour - 196 MBOn this episode I get to sit down with Hilary Jones to discuss the music that has influenced her song writing and playing style, being a former leader for RIOT RI(Girls Rock! Camp), her latest band, Alpha Error and the beginnings of her own podcast which tackles the topics of music, gender equality, and the music gear we love. Also whilst listening to the amazing second album by PJ Harvey, Rid of Me. Alpha Error has a new 2 song demo available on Bandcamp for only $2.00. Find that here: http...
V&V Episode 023 John "JJ" Jacobson And The Wailing Ultimate
February 20, 2020 21:18 - 1 hour - 191 MBContinuing to dispel some of the Providence music scene history, it only seemed natural to have JJ come on and share some of his own personal insight on some of the inner workings of the scene through his involvement with independent labels and working behind the scenes for one of the greatest recording studios the state has ever seen, Sound Station Seven. JJ came across some copies of a split 7" he put out many years ago and I have them for you if you want it. Message the podcast at songcraf...
V&V Episode 022 Peter Prescott and Neu!(1972)
January 11, 2020 13:10 - 1 hour - 202 MBFor over 40 years, my guest, Peter Prescott, has been creating music that has pushed himself out into the experimental areas of early punk and into the point of generational influence. Peter is best know for his work with Mission of Burma, but has gone on to create acts such as Volcano Suns, Kustomized, and the Peer Group. We talk in depth about his latest band, Minibeast, which takes a lot of the droney repetitive influence from the group Neu! and cranks it to 11. Sit down and listen to this...
V&V Episode 022 Peter Prescott(Minibeast, Mission of Burma) and Neu!(1972)
January 11, 2020 13:10 - 1 hour - 202 MBFor over 40 years, my guest, Peter Prescott, has been creating music that has pushed himself out into the experimental areas of early punk and into the point of generational influence. Peter is best know for his work with Mission of Burma, but has gone on to create acts such as Volcano Suns, Kustomized, and the Peer Group. We talk in depth about his latest band, Minibeast, which takes a lot of the droney repetitive influence from the group Neu! and cranks it to 11. Sit down and listen to this...
V&V Episode 021 Eric Paul(Psychic Graveyard,Arab on Radar) and Public Image Limited's Metal Box
November 12, 2019 12:30 - 1 hour - 142 MBIt's my honor to present to you, Eric Paul. Veteran of the noise rock, no wave movement locally and internationally. I've followed his career from his beginnings thrashing around in Arab on Radar, to The Chinese Stars, Doomsday Student, and ultimately landing in this new electronic infused Psychic Graveyard. In this talk we highlight some aspects of his 20+ years in the music biz, from being misunderstood early on, to working through trauma through writing, finding inspiration in music and pe...
V&V Episode 021 Eric Paul and Public Image Limited's Metal Box
November 12, 2019 12:30 - 1 hour - 142 MBIt's my honor to present to you, Eric Paul. Veteran of the noise rock, no wave movement locally and internationally. I've followed his career from his beginnings thrashing around in Arab on Radar, to The Chinese Stars, Doomsday Student, and ultimately landing in this new electronic infused Psychic Graveyard. In this talk we highlight some aspects of his 20+ years in the music biz, from being misunderstood early on, to working through trauma through writing, finding inspiration in music and pe...
V&V Episode 020 Will Schaff
October 06, 2019 14:13 - 1 hour - 127 MBVery humbled to have Will Schaff as my guest for this episode. Will is the very talented artist whose art can be seen in many different mediums and in a number of different places. I was compelled to ask him to join me on this episode because of the connection of his art to many influential albums. With that being said, there is no album we are featuring tonight because I wanted to try to focus on more of the art than an album. I hope you enjoy. Please consider supporting Will here: https://w...
V&V Episode 019 Johnny "The Colonel" Maguire and Chet Atkins' Workshop
September 28, 2019 16:06 - 1 hour - 157 MBHappy anniversary to me! This episode marks my one year anniversary of podcasting in the great state of Rhode Island. This episode finds me on location at the uber cool pad of local antiques aficionado and guitar great, Johnny "The Colonel" Maguire. We highlight the influence of another guitar legend, Chet Atkins, as well as touching on the history of rock, RI's music scene, being part of a rapidly growing rockabilly band, and antiquing for a living. Thank you to all that have been listening ...
V&V Episode 018 Nick Ryder and Riot on Sunset Strip Soundtrack
August 22, 2019 01:28 - 56 minutes - 103 MBTonight's episode finds me on location in Norton, MA visiting Nick Ryder of the amazing psycho blues, punk band, AdapterAdapter. if you don't know them, follow the links to the band's Bandcamp site. It will not disappoint. We focus kinda heavily on one of their super cool and one-of-a-kind lathe cut 7" plexiglass singles. I've actually recorded the audio of the actual record and used it in the audio stream of the show. That's why it sounds a little different. Trying out a new format for the s...
V&V Episode 017 Kate Mick and Pixies' Doolittle
August 07, 2019 10:42 - 1 hour - 216 MBKate Mick is a talented singer and songwriter from Rhode Island. Her deep and unexpectedly sorrowful singing style juxtaposed to the sometimes twangy and sometimes blistery strum of the banjo make for a compelling listen. Her debut album is available now at www.katemick.com Please also keep an eye out for her new studio album coming in September. This was a great talk we had learning about her career and inspirations over some APA and Pixies' commercial breakthrough, Doolittle. Talking sweet ...
V&V Episode 017- Kate Mick & Pixies' Doolittle
August 07, 2019 10:42 - 1 hour - 216 MBKate Mick is a talented singer and songwriter from Rhode Island. Her deep and unexpectedly sorrowful singing style juxtaposed to the sometimes twangy and sometimes blistery strum of the banjo make for a compelling listen. Her debut album is available now at www.katemick.com Please also keep an eye out for her new studio album coming in September. This was a great talk we had learning about her career and inspirations over some APA and Pixies' commercial breakthrough, Doolittle. Talking sweet ...
V&V Episode 016 Dave Tessier and Genesis' Trespass
July 05, 2019 18:45 - 1 hour - 188 MBFormer guest, Dave Tessier, of Episode 009 is back to discuss and dissect another classic Genesis album, Trespass. Please check out Dave's website, linked below to find out more about his own music discography and live performances. Links below to find this album and the Nursery Cryme copy that is still available in my shop. Find Dave's music here: www.davidjtessier.com/ 75orlessrecords.com/tag/david-tessier/ open.spotify.com/artist/ store.cdbaby.com/cd/davidtessier Find the copy of this rec...
V&V Episode 015 William Russell Wallace and Tom Petty's Damn The Torpedoes
June 19, 2019 17:51 - 2 hours - 237 MBMy guest for the latest episode is William Russell Wallace. A good friend who is currently on tour all the way from Southern California. He is currently touring in support of his latest album, Dirty Soul. Available for streaming everywhere you find music. Please consider buying a copy of this white vinyl directly from Billy through his website or find him on tour and get it there. Well worth it. Tonight we discuss and examine the essential Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers album, Damn The Torpe...
V&V Episode 014 Rick Pelletier and The Stooges' Fun House
June 10, 2019 10:38 - 2 hours - 233 MBTonight's guest is Rick Pelletier! Amazing legend of the providence noise/no wave scene. Rick is at it again with his particular style of fuzzed out, psycho, psychedelic rock with a hint of low down funk soul in his latest project, Oceans of The Moon, whose new debut record will be launched on Castleface Records on July 8th. PICK IT UP! Also, while we're at things that kill, we dove into the quintessential protopunk masterpiece, Fun House by The Stooges. We got a little "Loose" on this one, b...
V&V Episode 014 Rick Pelletier(Oceans of the Moon, Six Finger Satellite) and The Stooges' Fun House
June 10, 2019 10:38 - 2 hours - 233 MBTonight's guest is Rick Pelletier! Amazing legend of the providence noise/no wave scene. Rick is at it again with his particular style of fuzzed out, psycho, psychedelic rock with a hint of low down funk soul in his latest project, Oceans of The Moon, whose new debut record will be launched on Castleface Records on July 8th. PICK IT UP! Also, while we're at things that kill, we dove into the quintessential protopunk masterpiece, Fun House by The Stooges. We got a little "Loose" on this one, b...
V&V Episode 013 Fred Galpern and U2's War
May 27, 2019 00:51 - 2 hours - 237 MBTonight's episode finds me sitting with Fred Galpern of the band, Plug, whose at times intense and emotion driven melodic rock call to mind some massively influential monsters of rock including, Dinosaur Jr., Guided By Voices, and tonight's featured album, U2's War. Fred and I deep dive into this album as well as other major influences of his. Take a listen, and please consider picking up his new album, Block Out The Sun on 75 or Less Records! Follow the links. And as always, Thanks! Find Plu...
V&V Episode 013 Fred Galpern(Plug) and U2's War
May 27, 2019 00:51 - 2 hours - 237 MBTonight's episode finds me sitting with Fred Galpern of the band, Plug, whose at times intense and emotion driven melodic rock call to mind some massively influential monsters of rock including, Dinosaur Jr., Guided By Voices, and tonight's featured album, U2's War. Fred and I deep dive into this album as well as other major influences of his. Take a listen, and please consider picking up his new album, Block Out The Sun on 75 or Less Records! Follow the links. And as always, Thanks! Find Plu...
V&V Episode 012 Jeff Robbins(123 Astronaut, Orbit) and Pixies' Surfer Rosa
May 09, 2019 11:00 - 2 hours - 236 MBThis episode I have the opportunity to sit with a great guest and new friend, Jeff Robbins. We get into quite a bit of it all, from beginnings of his music career as a major label artist, to transitioning to a family man, to creating his own path through entrepreneurship, to getting back into making music. It's a long one, but that's a lot to get through. Plus we tackle one of rocks greatest albums of all time, Pixies "Surfer Rosa". Dig the new theme song for Vinyl & Vision, by Jeff Robbins!!...
V&V Episode 012 Jeff Robbins and Pixies' Surfer Rosa
May 09, 2019 11:00 - 2 hours - 236 MBThis episode I have the opportunity to sit with a great guest and new friend, Jeff Robbins. We get into quite a bit of it all, from beginnings of his music career as a major label artist, to transitioning to a family man, to creating his own path through entrepreneurship, to getting back into making music. It's a long one, but that's a lot to get through. Plus we tackle one of rocks greatest albums of all time, Pixies "Surfer Rosa". Dig the new theme song for Vinyl & Vision, by Jeff Robbins!!...
V&V Episode 011 Tracy Garrity and The Clash
April 28, 2019 20:39 - 2 hours - 242 MBMy guest tonight is Tracy Garrity, one half of an amazing duo, Vulgarrity. Together with her brother Shawn, they have been making some impressively complex and layered music through technology and intense determination. We discuss the highs and lows of her career over some rye and musical inspiration provided by The Clash. Please consider giving some support to the band through their bandcamp here: http://vulgarrity.bandcamp.com/album/afterlife Watch their music video for "Maniac Shuffle" he...
V&V Episode 011 Tracy Garrity(Vulgarrity, Rebecca Nurse) and The Clash
April 28, 2019 20:39 - 2 hours - 242 MBMy guest tonight is Tracy Garrity, one half of an amazing duo, Vulgarrity. Together with her brother Shawn, they have been making some impressively complex and layered music through technology and intense determination. We discuss the highs and lows of her career over some rye and musical inspiration provided by The Clash. Please consider giving some support to the band through their bandcamp here: http://vulgarrity.bandcamp.com/album/afterlife Watch their music video for "Maniac Shuffle" he...
V&V Episode 010 Daryl Rabidoux and Asia
April 12, 2019 18:13 - 2 hours - 222 MBToday's episode finds me sitting down with super talented and good friend, Daryl Rabidoux of The Cancer Conspiracy. At Daryl's request, I reluctantly agree to feature Asia's 1982 massive pop prog self titled debut. Not much to promote today. Just rocking out to a classic 80's album.
V&V Episode 010 Daryl Rabidoux(The Cancer Conspiracy) and Asia
April 12, 2019 18:13 - 2 hours - 222 MBToday's episode finds me sitting down with super talented and good friend, Daryl Rabidoux of The Cancer Conspiracy. At Daryl's request, I reluctantly agree to feature Asia's 1982 massive pop prog self titled debut. Not much to promote today. Just rocking out to a classic 80's album. Support our show by shopping at our webstore: www.psychicstatic.net
V&V Episode 009 David Tessier and Genesis Nursery Cryme
March 19, 2019 17:20 - 1 hour - 218 MBTonight I sit down with my good friend, David Tessier. All around good guy and true bohemian. We discuss life as a full time musician, current and upcoming projects, and of course, Genesis' seminal masterpiece, Nursery Cryme. Outta sight. Enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe, like, comment and share! Here's where you can order your one-of-a-kind 7" vinyl: https://leestavall.com/products/davidtessier?fbclid=IwAR1DTj4fg6Zptn56hHKoXBCO8cFDCYs9mb93qjQyv9Sx3VOobu9BklLgL-E Find Dave's music here: http:...
V&V Episode 009 David Tessier and Genesis' Nursery Cryme
March 19, 2019 17:20 - 1 hour - 218 MBTonight I sit down with my good friend, David Tessier. All around good guy and true bohemian. We discuss life as a full time musician, current and upcoming projects, and of course, Genesis' seminal masterpiece, Nursery Cryme. Outta sight. Enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe, like, comment and share! Here's where you can order your one-of-a-kind 7" vinyl: https://leestavall.com/products/davidtessier?fbclid=IwAR1DTj4fg6Zptn56hHKoXBCO8cFDCYs9mb93qjQyv9Sx3VOobu9BklLgL-E Find Dave's music here: http:...
V&V Episode 008 Shawn St. Martin & Brian Mastrobuono and Black Sabbath
March 11, 2019 19:41 - 2 hours - 266 MBThis latest episode has me siting down with good friends, Shawn St. Martin and Brian Mastrobuono, currently of the metal band Hell Bent! Monsters of heavy riffage in their own right, but tonight I have them discussing another monster, Black Sabbath's self titled debut record. In addition, we discuss their band and new upcoming record, Apocalyptic Lamentations, which I am also featuring some clips of a couple of the songs! First listen available here only! Listen for that and don't forget to s...
V&V Episode 008 Shawn St. Martin & Brian Mastrobuono(Hell Bent) and Black Sabbath
March 11, 2019 19:41 - 2 hours - 266 MBThis latest episode has me siting down with good friends, Shawn St. Martin and Brian Mastrobuono, currently of the metal band Hell Bent! Monsters of heavy riffage in their own right, but tonight I have them discussing another monster, Black Sabbath's self titled debut record. In addition, we discuss their band and new upcoming record, Apocalyptic Lamentations, which I am also featuring some clips of a couple of the songs! First listen available here only! Listen for that and don't forget to s...
V&V Episode 007 James Toomey(Umbrella Co., Cedros) and Sunny Day Real Estate's Diary
February 20, 2019 00:53 - 2 hours - 234 MBOn this latest episode of V&V, I interview my long time friend and former band mate, James Toomey. We touch on his life as part of the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council, his new band, Umbrella Co., and our featured record tonight, Sunny Day Real Estate's 1994 debut, Diary. Due to technical difficulties, our interview stops a little abruptly, but I encourage listeners to continue the conversation through the comments on whichever platform you use to listen. Thank you and enjoy! Find out more ...
V&V Episode 007 James Toomey and Sunny Day Real Estate's Diary
February 20, 2019 00:53 - 2 hours - 234 MBOn this latest episode of V&V, I interview my long time friend and former band mate, James Toomey. We touch on his life as part of the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council, his new band, Umbrella Co., and our featured record tonight, Sunny Day Real Estate's 1994 debut, Diary. Due to technical difficulties, our interview stops a little abruptly, but I encourage listeners to continue the conversation through the comments on whichever platform you use to listen. Thank you and enjoy! Find out more ...
V&V Episode 006 Tall Teenagers and The Velvet Underground
January 05, 2019 17:28 - 2 hours - 184 MBOur latest episode finds us sitting down with Damien Puerini and Chelsea Paulhus of Providence band, Tall Teenagers. This is a band that I personally feel has some strong connections to the influence and musical styling of the featured vinyl, The Velvet Underground. They have some upcoming shows so please find and follow them here: http://www.tallteenagers.com/ https://www.facebook.com/tallteenagers/ https://tallteenagers.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/events/2079803188744430/ Find t...
V&V Episode 005 Brendan Britton(Triangle Forrest) and Devo's Freedom of Choice
November 21, 2018 01:35 - 1 hour - 185 MBTonight's latest episode finds me on location in Providence with my good friend the super talented, Brendan Britton, of the local band, Triangle Forest! With that band being one of the best synth bands in the city it was only fitting to have Brendan sit down with one of the greatest synth records of all time, Freedom of Choice. Being on location, we had a few bugs to work out and hit a couple of snags, but it was a great time and we had a great talk. And maybe a little too much to drink. Here...
V&V Episode 005 Brendan Britton and Devo's Freedom of Choice
November 21, 2018 01:35 - 1 hour - 185 MBTonight's latest episode finds me on location in Providence with my good friend the super talented, Brendan Britton, of the local band, Triangle Forest! With that band being one of the best synth bands in the city it was only fitting to have Brendan sit down with one of the greatest synth records of all time, Freedom of Choice. Being on location, we had a few bugs to work out and hit a couple of snags, but it was a great time and we had a great talk. And maybe a little too much to drink. Here...
V&V Episode 004 Andy Larsen and The Velvet Underground and Nico
November 11, 2018 21:49 - 1 hour - 147 MBOn today's episode, I sit down with a good friend, Andy Larsen, who has a massive record collection I will be curating. Amongst his collection was this gem, The Velvet Underground and Nico's seminal classic produced by Andy Warhol. Tons of great tracks and an original 3rd State pressing. Now available at auction through Andy's eBay webpage. Find it here: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=2&pub=5575378759&campid=5338273189&customid=&icep_item=183531258824&ipn=psmain&ic...
V&V Episode 003 Steve Mattos and John Lennon's Plastic Ono Band
October 20, 2018 00:00 - 2 hours - 118 MBTonight I got to sit down with Steve Mattos of Chrome Jackson, Doomsday Student and Arab on Radar. We discuss and listen to some of his new album, Invertebrate Waltz. We also sit down with a first US pressing of John Lennon's, Plastic Ono Band. Amazing! Find Steve's new album here: http://chromejackson.bandcamp.com/album/invertebrate-waltz His band and labels: http://threeoneg.com http://doomsdaystudent.com And find my store and the auction for Plastic Ono Band here: https://www.ebay.com/itm...
V&V Episode 003 Steve Mattos(Chrome Jackson,Arab on Radar) and John Lennon's Plastic Ono Band
October 19, 2018 00:00 - 2 hours - 118 MBTonight I got to sit down with Steve Mattos of Chrome Jackson, Doomsday Student and Arab on Radar. We discuss and listen to some of his new album, Invertebrate Waltz. We also sit down with a first US pressing of John Lennon's, Plastic Ono Band. Amazing! Find Steve's new album here: http://chromejackson.bandcamp.com/album/invertebrate-waltz His band and labels: http://threeoneg.com http://doomsdaystudent.com Support this show by shopping at our webstore: www.psychicstatic.net
V&V Episode 002 Dan St. Jacques(Landed, Olneyville Sound System) and Iggy and The Stooges Raw Power
October 15, 2018 23:55 - 1 hour - 111 MBTonight I'm sitting down with a local legend! Dan St. Jacques discusses his music career, what he's done, what he's doing and whats to come, while we listen to a first US pressing of Iggy and The Stooges seminal Raw Power! See Dan live here: http://www.mercuryeastpresents.com/warsawconcerts/EventDetail?tmeventid=0&offerid=77625 And check out some of his bands here: https://youtu.be/5l5CIN2yOyY https://hotknivespvd.bandcamp.com Support this show by shopping at our webstore: www.psychicstatic....
V&V Episode 002 Dan St. Jacques and Iggy and The Stooges Raw Power
October 15, 2018 23:55 - 1 hour - 111 MBTonight I'm sitting down with a local legend! Dan St. Jacques discusses his music career, what he's done, what he's doing and whats to come, while we listen to a first US pressing of Iggy and The Stooges seminal Raw Power! See Dan live here: http://www.mercuryeastpresents.com/warsawconcerts/EventDetail?tmeventid=0&offerid=77625 And check out some of his bands here: https://youtu.be/5l5CIN2yOyY https://hotknivespvd.bandcamp.com Don't forget, the record is NOW live at auction on Ebay here: htt...
V&V episode 001 Jimmy Drab sits with Paul McCartney's Ram
September 28, 2018 02:01 - 1 hour - 67 MBSitting down with one of Paul McCartney's greatest, Ram! Listen with me and see it for yourself at our youtube page. And if you like it, you can buy it. See profile for links.