Geeking On Music

Dr Womack joins us for another episode of Geeking On Music. His second book on George Martin, The Life of Beatles Producer George Martin, The Later Years, 1966–2016, was just recently published so we go hard in the paint on the Beatles and George Martin. Intro song is Sociopathic Love Song by The Swinging Lights off their new album Trouble with the Truth

Today's podcast was a fun conversation with the two busiest men in Austin, Richard Lynn and Ray Colgan. Richard runs four record labels, puts on a quarterly music and film festival and owns the revered venue, Beerland on Red River St in Austin. Ray works at Antone's record store and helps Richard bring his ideas to fruition. Enjoy!

We're joined by Patsy Dolan Bouressa, clinical director of the SIMS Foundation to talk about mental health and addiction and help available to musicians. The SIMS Foundation's primary mission is to provide these services to the Austin music industry. 

Bill Bentley joins us to talk about his new book Smithsonian Rock and Roll: Live and Unseen. It would take too much space here to list all of the musicians Bill has worked with over the past with while in the music industry over the past 40 years, but if anyone can write a book about Rock and Roll with authority it is certainly him. We talk Doug Sahm, The Rolling Stones, Lou Reed, and The Flaming Lips to name a few. I hope you enjoy the podcast and make sure you check out the book. This episode's featured artist is Ought. We share Disgraced In America from their new album Room Inside The World. If you would like to support Geeking On Music, please leave us a rating and review. You can also support us by shopping on Amazon using this link.

Lindsay and I talk to Lizzy Lehman of the band Carry Illinois. They have a new EP out called Work In Progress. We dive into her new songwriting direction, the importance of honesty in art, and a number of other subjects. 

Lindsay and I had a great chat with Kid Koala, who is one of myall-time favorite artists. We get deep into Deltron 3030, his new project Floor Kids, digging for instruments, and his creative process. Enjoy! 

Yoke Lore is the project of the very talented Adrian Galvin.  We had a chance to talk to him about growing up in New York and our mutual fanboy crush on Dan Carlin. Adrian has a unique vision for his music and puts n an impressive show. Featured song is Yoke Lore's Good Pain from the Good Pain EP.  If you would like to support Geeking On Music, please leave us a rating and review. You can also support us by shopping on Amazon using this link.

We had a chance to talk to J. Blake Fichera, author of Scored To Death: Conversations with Some of Horror's Greatest Composers, several months back about the importance of film scores in horror movies. I guarantee you'll find inspiration for this year's All Hallow's Eve movie and/or your next vinyl purchase. Enjoy! **Queue the evil Thriller laugh** This episode's featured artist is Arizona's Draa. We share Even In My Dream (All My Life) from their new single. If you would like to support Geeking On Music, please leave us a rating and review. You can also support us by shopping on Amazon using this link.

Bob Mehr joins us to talk about his brilliant book, Trouble Boys: The True Story of The Replacements. We discuss the impact and legacy of, arguably, the most important band of the 80s. We also talk about the new live album, For Sale: Live At Maxwell's 1986, the first official live album from The Replacements.  Featured song is My Children off of Protomartyr's excellent new album Relatives In Descent. 

Thor Harris is a musician's musician and a man's man with a heart of gold. The last 6 years have been spent with the experimental noise avant-rock band Swans and has recorded with Adam Torres, Bill Callahan, Shearwater and a number of other bands. His current project Thor & Friends delves into the hypnotic world of Minimalism. We joined Thor at his East Austin home to talk about life and music as well as his bid to run for Texas Governor. Featured song is Whose Fingers? off Thor & Friends.  If you would like to support Geeking On Music, please leave us a rating and review. You can also support us by shopping on Amazon using this link.

Yogi Bailee Thoreson joins us to talk about her unique practice of yoga that focuses on freedom of movement. Schole Yoga is a music and movement based system that creates freedom on and off the mat. Featured song is My Only off the new album The Echo Of Pleasure by the amazing The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart.  If you would like to support Geeking On Music, please leave us a rating and review. You can also support us by shopping on Amazon using this link.

Justin Allen drops by to talk about the 15 UK Rock & Pop acts beyond Radiohead, Oasis & Blur that should have received more attention in America. Download the Spotify playlist for a more immersive experience. This episode's featured artist is Oklahoma's Broncho. We share their new song Get In My Car. If you would like to support Geeking On Music, please leave us a rating and review. You can also support us by shopping on Amazon using this link.

J. Blake Fichera joins us to talk horror film scores. Blake recently published the book Scored to Death: Conversations With Some of Horror's Greatest Composers. A peek into the how and why behind the music that nightmares are made of. This episode's featured artist is Arizona's Draa. We share Even In My Dream (All My Life) from their new single. If you would like to support Geeking On Music, please leave us a rating and review. You can also support us by shopping on Amazon using this link.

Clay and Lindsay cruise up to Boise, Idaho for 3 days of good food, fun and amazing music. This episode features music by the artists we were fortunate enough to see: Delicate Steve, Cy Dune, Weaves, Mac DeMarco, Andy Shauf, Jonathan Richman, Máscaras, The Album Leaf, Kate Tempest, and Angel Olsen  . Please support them if you enjoy their music. Go to their shows, buy their music, share with your friends. SUPPORT ART! If you would like to support Geeking On Music, please leave us a rating and review. You can also support us by shopping on Amazon using this link.

Dr Womack, world-renowned authority on the Beatles, joins us to talk The Beatles and George Martin. He has a new George Martin biography coming out in September titled Maximum Volume: The Life of Beatles Producer George Martin (The Early Years, 1926-1966). If you would like to support Geeking On Music, please leave us a rating and review. You can also support us by shopping on Amazon using this link.

Brad Williams joins us for today's episode. We jump into the importance of supporting your local music scene and why you need to get out and see your favorite bands. Listen Local, Listen Live! If you would like to support Geeking On Music, please leave us a rating and review. You can also support us by shopping on Amazon using this link.

Matty Majestic, the infamous DJ hailing from the great state of Wyoming, makes a  a rare appearance since his retirement from the grind 15 years ago. Join us for insights into life, rhymes, and beats.  If you would like to support Geeking On Music, please leave us a rating and review. You can also support us by shopping on Amazon using this link.

We have had many requests for more nerdy gear talk, so in this episode we give you just that. We meet with our good friend Matt Burdick and pick his brain about all sorts of nerdy stuff. If you would like to support Geeking On Music, please leave us a rating and review. You can also support us by shopping on Amazon using this link.

Clay is joined by Lindsay again to talk about 2015's best albums. We discuss the releases by Grimes, Keith Richards, Kamasi Washington, Father John Misty, Wilco, Car Seat Headrest, Blur, Viet Cong/Preoccupations, & Tame Impala. For a more interactive experience please download the corresponding Spotify playlist and drop the needle!

Clay is joined by Lindsay to talk about 2015's best albums. We discuss the releases by Kurt Vile, Nathaniel Rateliff, Beach House, Beirut, Daniel Romano, Leon Bridges, Protomartyr, Young Fathers, Lord Huron, and Alabama Shakes.   For a more interactive experience please download the corresponding Spotify playlist and drop the needle!

PORTLAND, OREGON BASED BAND FEDERALE PERFORMED IN SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH LAST WEEKEND (AS PART OF THEIR WEST COAST TOUR) AT LOCAL VENUE THE GARAGE ON BECK.  WE HAD THE PLEASURE OF MEETING AND HAVING A FANTASTIC CONVERSATION WITH ALL THE MEMBERS OF THE BAND.  FEDERALE IS A SEVEN-PIECE ENSEMBLE,SPEARHEADED BY LONGTIME BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE BASSIST COLLIN HEGNA. THE BAND WAS CONCEIVED AS AN OUTLET TO CHANNEL INSPIRATION FROM ‘60S & ‘70S EUROPEAN SOUNDTRACKS, PARTICULARLY THOSE FROM ITALY MADE FAMOUS BY THE SPAGHETTI WESTERN & GIALLO GENRES.

We have had many requests for more nerdy gear talk, so in this episode we give you just that. We meet with our good friend Matt Burdick and pick his brain about all sorts of nerdy shit.   

n this episode, Clay, Justin, and special guest Adam Smith have a discussion on jazz music particularly music from Miles Davis and those artists that surrounded him

In this episode, Clay and Justin visit a local record shop and sift through their new trade-ins, dollar bins etc. and discuss their finds. 

Our good friend - Steve Young - from San Diego, CA crashes the party.  We had a blast with Steve while he was in town.  We saw Jaye Bartell, Kevin Morby, Billy Changer, and Broncho live and recorded this podcast.  We discuss these bands as well as Viet Cong, and much….much….more!  

In the 90's Uncle Tupelo breathed life into the stagnant country rock scene with its brand of country-punk that was truly unique.  Although their catalog is only 4 albums deep, they became the blueprint for the alt-country genre/scene.  From their ashes rose two great bands - Wilco and Son Volt. 

A lot has happened in the month since our last episode. We talk about Prince and the legends we've lost in 2016. We dig a little deeper into Sturgill Simpson's music and his instant classic "A Sailor's Guide to the Universe!" that was released in April. Also....NEW RADIOHEAD!!! Come and geek out with us.

In this episode Clay and Justin talk about the new 2016 albums that were released from January through March and share tracks from their favorites. Will Justin listen to TLOP? We also do a few minutes of Q&A and discuss what's caught our eye from the upcoming Record Store Day on April 16th. This episode has a companion Spotify playlist, you can listen when the "needle drops" or when you're done with the episode. If you like any of the albums, please support the artists by purchasing the album, whether that be digitally, CD or vinyl. Links are available on or website.  www.geekingonmusic.com

In this episode we discuss the pros and cons of having a HiFi/Analog vinyl record playing system vs. the pros and cons of the digital world that surrounds us.  We go over the many combinations of how you can arrange your system based on your needs and budget; from all-in-one turntables with built in speakers, to tube amplification.  We go over how this all works from needle to speakers.  Belt driven turn tables vs. direct drive, moving magnet cartridges vs. moving coil, standard mounting cartridges vs. P-mount, how to pair and align your cartridge and set up your turntable.  We also discuss pre-amps, power amps, receivers and speakers.  We are in no way insufferable know-it-alls and there is no way one episode can cover everything there is to know about the subject.  This episode is intended to cover the basics for those of you who have asked about our personal systems, who are interested but know little to nothing about vinyl or how to set up a home HiFi system. There is so much more information out there and differing opinions, but our hope is that this episode covers enough of the basics that you can feel confident getting started on setting up your own HiFi/Analog vinyl record playing systems.  We also give advice on how to achieve wonderful sound at home without breaking the bank. 

In this episode we visit local record shop, Randy's Records, and drop some dough on vinyl.  We then head back to Clay's to discuss our picks.  Justin gave one of his finds to Clay but will Clay return the favor?  You can visit www.geekingonmusic for links and other info pertaining to this episode.

In this episode we discuss and share tracks from our favorite albums of 2014.  We decided since everyone else is discussing their favorite albums of 2015 we would rather talk about albums we have actually had time to digest and save our best albums of 2015 for a later episode.  Since it is illegal to actually play tracks on the podcast, there is a link to the Spotify playlist for this episode you can download at www.geekingonmusic.com When we say "drop the needle", pause the episode, listen to the track from the playlist we are discussing, then go back to listening to the podcast.  Or, the podcast should be entertaining enough you can listen to the podcast and look up the songs later if you don't have a Spotify account.