Look At My Records!

For Episode 160 of Look At My Records!, Los Angeles based musician Kaz Mirblouk joins Tom for an extensive conversation about his brand new album, Carless By Contrast. Coming almost five years after his debut solo effort, the record represents a big coming of age moment for Mirblouk, both personally and musically. On the record, he explores several different genres, like psychedelia, shoegaze, and post-punk, while simultaneously confronting issues of identity and personal growth in the lyrics. During the interview, the two chatted about the identity-centric themes on Carless By Contrast, the more relaxed approach to recording it that allowed Mirblouk more freedom to experiment, what his experiences touring with bands like Numb.er and Hoveriii taught him about being a musician, and much more. This episode features records from Jay Som, Sonic Youth, Fontaines D.C., Deerhunter, and Weyes Blood. Follow along with Kaz’s record picks with the official playlist for Episode 160!Careless by Contrast is available on limited edition Golden Daze vinyl via Mock Records. You can purchase a copy via Bandcamp. Stream it on Spotify or Apple Music. Keep up with Mirclouk by following him on Instagram and liking him on Facebook.

Brooklyn’s The Big Net joins Tom for Episode 159 of Look At My Records! Their brand new record, In The Service of Song, dropped earlier this month on the Brooklyn label Marbled Arm. The album’s title serves as a guiding principle for the writing and recording process behind the songs on the record, as the trio of Kevin Copeland, Andrew Emge, and Logan Miley, focused on “not adding any instruments or sounds that were unnecessary,” instead providing only what the song absolutely needs. Recorded live to tape over the course of two days with minimal overdubs at Copeland’s childhood home, the deeply personal record resonates through its diaristic lyrics and hauntingly sparse instrumentation. During our interview, we chatted about the project’s origins, the experience of recording in Copeland’s childhood home in Connecticut, the meaning behind the phrase “In The Service of Song” and much more. This episode features records from Broken Social Scene, The Everly Brothers, Eric B. & Rakim, Adrianne Lenker, and The Beach Boys. Follow along with the band’s record picks via the official Spotify playlist for Episode 159!In The Service of Song is out now via Marbled Arm. You can purchase a copy on limited edition Cyan Blue Marbled vinyl via Bandcamp. The album is also available on all streaming platforms. Keep up with the band by following them on Instagram and liking them on Facebook.

platform of choice via Wavve.Episode 158 of Look At My Records features an interview with Philadelphia indie-rock quintet Goings. This emo and math rock-influenced group got their start in drummer Chris Kearney’s grandmother’s dance studio while it was vacant in the winter of 2017, and they emerged with a batch of rhythmic, toe-tapping tunes that make up their debut, “It’s For You.” Released this past November on Know Hope Records, the album mixes vibrant synths with quirky beats and flowing rhythms for a sound that recalls bands like Motion City Soundtrack and The Dismemberment Plan. Tune in to hear all about the band’s early practices in the aforementioned dance studio, their highly collaborative songwriting process, how they’ve been spending their time lately, and a whole lot more. This episode features records from Donovan, The Zombies, Destroyer, The Dismemberment Plan, Crumb, and Cymbals Eat Guitar. Follow along with the band’s record pick through the official playlist for Episode 158!You can purchase a copy of It’s For You on vinyl via Know Hope Records. The album is also available on Bandcamp and Spotify. Keep up with the band by following them on Instagram and liking them on Facebook. You can purchase a copy of It’s For You on vinyl via Know Hope Records. The album is also available on Bandcamp and Spotify. Keep up with the band by following them on Instagram and liking them on Facebook.

Episode 157 of Look At My Records! features an interview with Chris Rosi of the Los Angeles-based indie pop outfit Smokescreens. In 2020, the band released their third album, A Strange Dream, and it impressed many, including Tom, who named it his favorite record of the year. Like their first two full-lengths, the band continues to wear their Kiwi influences on their sleeve, but on A Strange Dream, they focused on sharpening their sound and expanding their dynamic guitar interplay. The band also recruited New Zealand music legend David Kilgour to produce the album, recording it over the course of a week just outside of Los Angeles in picturesque Topanga Canyon. Tune in to hear all about the recording process behind A Strange Dream, what it was like hanging out and working with Kilgour, Rosi’s background playing music in Southern California, and more! This episode features records from Pylon, The Go-Betweens, The Feelies, and David Kilgour. You can follow along with Chris’ record picks via the Spotify playlist for Episode 157!

Episode 156 of Look At My Records! Features an interview with Los Angeles-based songwriter Ryan Pollie. Well known for the warm Laurel Canyon inspired folk music heard on his 2019 self-titled album and his two releases under the moniker Los Angeles Police Department, Pollie ended 2020 by dipping his toes into ambient music. In late December, he released an enchanting, meditative audiovisual album called Museum At The End Of Time via Perpetual Doom. The project was developed by Pollie in conjunction with video synthesis artists Nichole & Paul Pichon with the intention of alleviating anxiety through an audiovisual trance state, and was originally conceived by Pollie while toying with concepts of unguided, self-induced audial and visual hypnosis. Tune in to hear all about how Ryan first got into meditation, what drove him to shift gears and write an ambient record, the collaborative process behind making an audio-visual work, and much more. We even chatted about hockey and Ryan filled us in on the first-ever Highland Park Folk Festival, which happened right before the pandemic hit! Here’s to hoping the second edition happens in 2021! This episode features records from the Beach Boys, Bruce Springsteen, Animal Collective, and more! Follow along with the Spotify playlist for Episode 156!You can purchase Museum At The End Of Time on limited edition cassette via Perpetual Doom. You can also check out the rest of Ryan’s excellent discography on Bandcamp or Spotify. Keep up with Ryan by following him on Instagram and liking him on Facebook. Stream the accompanying visual piece to Museum At The End Of Time below!

2020 is just about done! So, as is tradition on the Look At My Records! podcast, Zach Romano and Tom had an in-depth chat about their favorite records of the year. 2020 was a hellish year for musicians and non-musicians alike, but in spite of the challenging circumstances, artists from all over the world released some absolutely incredible records! In this episode, you’ll hear tunes from Laveda, Alex Nicol, Worthitpurchase, Hypoluxo, Nation of Language, Winter, Fleet Foxes, Smokescreens, Empty Country, Harry The Nightgown, Drew Citron, Destroyer, Adrianne Lenker, Protomartyr, Holy Wave, Fontaines D.C., En Attendant Ana, Phoebe Bridgers, and Habibi! Who landed where? Tune in to find out!

Episode 154 of Look At My Records features an interview with Brooklyn musician Drew Citron! For this episode, Deanna Dilandro joins Tom as co-host for an extensive chat with Drew on the heels of the release of her debut solo effort, Free Now. Over the last decade and change, Drew has remained a constant force in the New York City music scene, fronting the critically acclaimed Beverly, playing bass in the post-punk quartet Public Practice, and as a touring member of both The Pains of Being Pure At Heart and Frankie Rose & The Outs. On Free Now, Citron begins a new chapter in her musical story, as she turns the page on Beverly and plots a new course forward by experimenting with a more intimate, folk-pop inspired sound. During our interview, we chatted about her formative musical experiences in both her hometown of San Francisco and her adopted home of New York City, what it was like writing Free Now on the Northern Coast of California, how she adapted to life under quarantine, and a whole lot more.Free Now is available on limited edition vinyl via Park The Van. You can purchase a copy on Bandcamp. You can also stream the record on your platform of choice. Keep up with Drew by following her on Instagram and liking her on Facebook.

Episode 153 features an interview with Gray Tolhurst and Jérémie Rüest of the San Francisco post-punk trio, Topographies. Zach Romano joins Tom as co-host for this edition of the podcast, and the two chatted with Gray and Jérémie about the band’s powerful brand new record, Ideal Form, which dropped earlier this month on Funeral Party Records. They’ve also had a pretty productive 2020 despite the circumstances, releasing two EPs earlier this year. Tune in to hear all about how the band adapted and modified their sound after losing their drummer, Tolhurst’s approach to lyric writing, what it was like collaborating remotely to write and record their quarantine EP, Not My Loneliness, But Ours, and much more. This episode features records from Ovlov, Galaxie 500, Fripp & Eno, DIIV, and Cocteau Twins.You can purchase Ideal Form, along with the rest of the band’s discography, via Bandcamp. Vinyl copies of Ideal Form are currently sold out, but a repress is in the works. You can also stream their music on all platforms, including Spotify. Keep up with the band by liking them on Facebook and following them on Instagram.

Episode 152 of Look At My Records! features an interview with Los Angeles based musician Kacey Johansing. Kacey just released her absolutely stunning fourth record, No Better Time, late last month. It’s a gorgeously lush collection folk songs that explore learning to accept love in your life. Tune in to hear Kacey’s take on some of the record’s stand out tracks like “Even A Lot Feels Like Nothing” and “Let Me Walk Right In.” Plus, we chatted about how the experience making her 2017 album The Hiding compared to No Better Time, her early experiences playing music, how her surroundings have shaped her songwriting, working with her partner Tim Ramsey, her label Night Bloom Records, and much more. This episode features records from Chris Cohen, Prefab Sprout, Big Star, Pure Bathing Culture, and Jessica Pratt.You can purchase No Better Time on limited edition vinyl via Bandcamp. It’s also available on all streaming platforms.Keep up with Kacey by following her on Instagram and liking her on Facebook. Tune in to hear Kacey’s take on some of the record’s stand out tracks like “Even A Lot Feels Like Nothing” and “Let Me Walk Right In.” Plus, we chatted about how the experience making her 2017 album The Hiding compared to No Better Time, her early experiences playing music, how her surroundings have shaped her songwriting, working with her partner Tim Ramsey, her label Night Bloom Records, and much more. This episode features records from Chris Cohen, Prefab Sprout, Big Star, Pure Bathing Culture, and Jessica Pratt.You can purchase No Better Time on limited edition vinyl via Bandcamp. It’s also available on all streaming platforms.Keep up with Kacey by following her on Instagram and liking her on Facebook.

Episode 151 of Look At My Records! features an interview with Will Marsh of the Richmond, Virginia-based indie rock outfit Gold Connections. Earlier this month, Marsh released Ammunition, his third EP as Gold Connections. The five-song collection channels a ton of classic indie rock influences such as Pavement and Yo La Tengo for a sound that Marsh describes as “arena rock for the underground.” Tune in to hear about Marsh’s college years at William & Mary, his early collaborations with Will Toledo of Car Seat Headrest, his thought process behind the sequencing of the EP, the EP’s coming of age themes, and much more. You can purchase Ammunition on limited edition cassette via Bandcamp. You can also listen to the EP on your streaming platform of choice, including Spotify.Keep up with Gold Connections by following them on Instagram and liking them on Facebook.

Episode 150 of Look At My Records! features an interview with New Zealand indie rock legends The Bats. As the band nears their 40th anniversary, they show no signs of slowing down. They just released their tenth full length, Foothills, on Flying Nun Records. The album, which was recorded entirely in the Canterbury foothills of the Southern Alps of Aotearoa, continues the band’s trend of songs that are reflective and tranquil while still maintaining their signature jangly guitar-driven sound.

Episode 149 of Look At My Records! features an interview with Los Angeles-based songwriter Leila Sunier. Sunier has kept busy during this pandemic-stricken year, releasing two EPs, If Only to Bleed Out the White Noise and Where Everything Is Perfect, the latter of which dropped last month. Listen to the interview to hear all about how she settled out west, the overarching themes of each EP, how her work as a visual artist influences her songwriting, what it was like working with producer Alex Newport, and more. This episode features records from Fiona Apple, Angel Olsen, The Decemberists, and Lucy Dacus. You can purchase Leila’s music via Bandcamp! It’s also available on all streaming platforms. Keep up with her by liking her on Facebook and following her on Instagram.

Episode 148 of Look At My Records! features an interview with Lina and Richey of Songs For Sabotage. The goth-pop duo recently fled NYC for sunny Los Angeles AND they released their debut album, Night of Joy, last month. Tune in to hear how the duo met at the Williamsburg bar Night of Joy, the recording of their debut, how they approach songwriting, and more. This episode features records from Prince, Lykke Li, New Radicals, XTC, and The Cranberries. You can purchase Night of Joy via Bandcamp. The album is also available on all streaming platforms. Keep up with Songs For Sabotage by liking them on Facebook and following them on Instagram.

Episode 147 features an interview with Quebec songwriter Gus Englehorn and his partner/drummer Estée Preda. Earlier this year, Gus released his debut album, Death & Transfiguration, a captivating record that’s characterized by Engelhorn’s surreal lyrical style and off-kilter vocal delivery. During our interview, we talked about some of the experiences that informed the songs on the record, how Gus transitioned from being a professional snowboarder to a musician, the process behind making the video for his song “Collbarbone,” and more. This episode features records from Elvis Costello, Buddy Holly, Beat Happening, Simon and Garfunkel, Bob Dylan, and The Velvet Underground & Nico!You can purchase Death & Transfiguration on vinyl via Bandcamp. It’s also available on all streaming platforms, including Spotify. Check out Gus on Instagram and Facebook!

Episode 146 of Look At My Records! features an interview with the Bay Area alt-country quintet Half Stack. The band just released their second full length, Wings of Love, late last month on Forged Artifacts. The record was primarily written by frontperson Peter Kegler on a sprawling ranch outside the Half Moon Bay and recorded down in Los Angeles with Greg Hartunian. Tune in to hear about the band’s origins at UC-Santa Cruz, how the new record came together, their affinity for the great David Berman, and much more! This episode features records from Heavenly, Silver Jews, Bob Dylan, the Beach Boys, and Jay Som.You can purchase Wings of Love on vinyl via Bandcamp. The record is out now via Forged Artifacts and Breakfast Records. Keep up with Half Stack by following them on Instagram and liking them on Facebook.

Episode 145 of Look At My Records! features a chat with Josh and Matt of New Jersey’s Where Is My Spaceship? The duo just dropped a brand new record called Can’t Lose, a thrashing and intense 14-song collection. Tune in to hear all about the origins of this project back in the late aughts, the recording process behind Can’t Lose, and much more. This episode features records from Purple Mountains, Sonic Youth, Elvis Costello, Big Thief, Julien Baker, and The Flaming Lips.You can purchase Can’t Lose via Bandcamp. The album is also available on all streaming platforms, including Spotify. Keep up with the band by liking them on Facebook and following them on Instagram.

Episode 144 features an interview with Omar and Nicole of Worthitpurchase. The Bay Area duo just released their debut album, Dizzy Age, last week, and if you’re a fan of warm, arresting analog pop, then you’ll love their expansive sound. During the interview, we talked about how the two met on SoundCloud back in 2015, recording Dizzy Age during the twilight hours at Tiny Telephone Studio in San Francisco, and the lyrical inspiration behind some of the record’s stand out tracks, including the second single “Prospect Heights.” This episode features records from Spirit of the Beehive, Animal Collective, Silver Jews, and Aldous Harding.You can purchase a special limited edition 7-inch lathe cut vinyl of Dizzy Age via Bandcamp. The disc contains four songs from the record. You can also stream the album on your platform of choice, including Spotify. Keep up with the band by liking them on Facebook and following them on Instagram.

Tom welcomed Shred Flintstone back to the program for Episode 143 of Look At My Records! A lot has changed for this trio since their first appearance in Episode 42. Since that time, they’ve released two albums, and just last month, they dropped their latest EP, Shred’s Dead. The new EP represents a step in a new, more psychedelic direction for the band, as it features a ton of face-melting riffs. Tune in to hear about how the band recorded the EP live in Joey’s basement, how the break from touring helped them focus on writing new songs, how their sound has evolved over the last few years, and more. This episode features records from The Gories, Buzzcocks, The Bats, Ramones, and Thee Oh Sees.You can purchase Shred’s Dead on limited edition vinyl via Bandcamp. Stream the EP on Spotify. Keep up with the band by liking them on Facebook and following them on Instagram.

In Episode 142 of Look At My Records!, Tom chatted with Patrick and Chase of Austin power trio Chill Russell. The band just dropped a new EP late last month called Soak Up The Sound and it bottles up a ton of furious energy and mammoth riffs. Tune in to hear about their experience working with veteran producer Chris “Frenchie” Smith at his Austin studio The Bubble, the inspiration behind the title, their involvement with the NYC label Green Witch Recordings, and a whole lot more! This episode features records by New Radicals, Bon Dylan, Father John Misty, Spoon, and Tame Impala.Soak Up The Sound is available on Bandcamp and all streaming platforms. You can pre-order the album on vinyl via Green Witch Recordings. Keep up with the band by following them on Instagram and liking them on Facebook.

Tom chatted with Alex Nicol for Episode 141 of Look At My Records! The Montreal-based folk songwriter released his debut album, All For Nada, back in March and had plans to hit the road with The House of Love, but we all know how that story ended. Instead, Alex has been keeping busy writing new songs and spending time in the studio recording his next record. While you wait for his next batch of tunes, listen to our interview to hear all about the inspiration behind All For Nada, the story behind the recording process, his special creative relationship with his partner Nada, and a whole lot more. This episode features records from U.S. Girls, Neil Young, Gil Scott-Heron & Brian Jackson, and his fellow Quebecers Corridor.Alex is playing a gig on September 24th at Le Clubhouse Rialto as part of the Pop Montreal Internationals Festival! Doors at 1:15 pm and Alex performs at 1:30 pm. Tickets are available via the Pop Montreal website!You can purchase All For Nada via Bandcamp. The album is also available to stream on Spotify. Keep up with Alex by following him on Instagram and liking him on Facebook.

Episode 140 features an interview with central New Jersey garage-punk quartet Cheyenne Dan. The band just dropped their latest single, “Butterflies,” last month, and have plans to release a full EP before this horrible year comes to its merciful end. Tune in to hear about their formation at The College of New Jersey, the writer’s block that frontman Jonah faced before writing their song “Happy Days,” the state of their scene in central NJ, and what they miss most about playing live. This episode features records from Spirit of the Beehive, Gang of Four, and The Rolling Stones!You can purchase all of Cheyenne Dan’s music via Bandcamp. You can also listen to it on your streaming platform of choice. Keep up with the band by liking them on Facebook and following them on Instagram!

In Episode 139 of Look At My Records! Tom and co-host Zach Romano chatted with Wesley Bunch of the Philadelphia dream-pop band Suburban Living. The band just released their excellent third album, How To Be Human, on Egghunt Records, but the road to get there was full of challenges. In 2018, Bunch’s home caught fire on New Year’s Eve, leaving their third album in a bit of a limbo period. The band rebounded and were about to hit the road in 2020, until COVID-19 hit, canceling their tour and delaying the release of the record until August. The record was well worth the wait, though, as the songs are gorgeous and dreamy with towering synths, celestial guitars, and an awesome sax solo on “Indigo Kids.”In our interview, we talked about the challenges Suburban Living faced leading up to the release of How To Be Human, Wesley’s experiences touring with the legendary shoegaze band Swirlies, their new approach to recording, and a whole lot more. This episode features records from Hole, Buzzcocks, La Sera, Swirlies, and No Joy.How to Be Human is available on limited edition green vinyl at select independent record stores and on standard black vinyl via Egghunt Records. You can also stream it on your favorite platform. Keep up with Suburban Living by liking them on Facebook and following them on Instagram.

Episode 138 of Look At My Records! features an interview with indie music legend John Vanderslice. John is well known for his work engineering records for bands like Spoon, Death Cab For Cutie, and Sleater-Kinney at his all-analog studio Tiny Telephone in San Francisco. After almost two decades, the studio closed its San Francisco location and John moved south to Los Angeles, where he opened his own backyard studio called Grandma’s Couch.In addition to his engineering work, John has recorded and released about a dozen records of his own material - all on analog equipment. The pandemic imposed lockdown finally forced John to experiment with digital recording software like Ableton. The end result is his latest release, eeeeeeep, his first batch of songs recorded entirely through digital means. It’s an excellent EP! Tune in to hear about John’s experience recording the EP on a computer, how he uses his digital studio as an instrument, his favorite memories from Tiny Telephone San Francisco, his relationship with David Berman, and a whole lot more! This episode features records from Spirit of the Beehive, Porches, Lomelda, Robyn Hitchcock, and Eleanor Friedberger!Stream eeeeeeep on your platform of choice. You can also purchase it via Bandcamp. Check out John’s website and keep up with him by following him on Instagram and liking him on Facebook.

Episode 137 of Look At My Records! features an interview with Theo and Heather of Michigan trip-hop outfit Monroe Moon. The band recently released their second EP Joy, a three-song trip packed with hammering beats and spacious synths. Tune in to hear how the project started, the process behind writing and recording their latest EP Joy, their usage of deep cannabis meditation for creative inspiration, and their plans for the rest of 2020. This episode features records from The Smiths, Primal Scream, Widowspeak, Cocteau Twins, and Kate Bush!You can purchase Joy on limited edition vinyl via Green Witch Recordings. Monroe Moon’s music is also available on all streaming platforms. Keep up with the band by liking them on Facebook and following them on Instagram.

For Episode 136 of Look At My Records!, I was very excited to chat with the Bay Area duo Harry The Nightgown. The duo of Sami Perez (The She’s, Cherry Glazer) and Spencer Hartling just released their self-titled debut last week, and it’s a beautiful amalgamation of art-rock and maximalist experimental pop. Hartling and Perez recorded the album over the last year and a half at Tiny Telephone Studios in San Francisco, where they both also work as recording engineers. Tune in to hear how most of the songs came together while they were tinkering around in the studio, the lessons they learned from working at Tiny Telephone, the pros and cons of recording the album in a setting that they’re very familiar with, how their creative styles complement each other, and a whole lot more! We also geeked out over XTC and spun some additional records from Siouxsie and the Banshees, The Mantles, and Palberta.You can purchase Harry The Nightgown’s debut album on limited edition vinyl via Bandcamp. A cassette edition of the record is also available via Topshelf Records. Stream the album on your platform of choice! Keep up with the band by following them on Instagram.

Episode 135 of Look At My Records! features an interview with Sam Radseresht of Glassio. The Queens-based electronic-pop project has been releasing infectious tunes for the last half-decade, and scaled down from a two-piece to a solo project a few years back. Late last month, Glassio released their first-ever full-length, For The Very Last Time, a concept record based around “growth and rebirth of someone’s character out of a dark space.” Tune in to our interview to hear all about how folk music influenced Sam’s storytelling-focused lyrical style, the introspective and personal themes on For The Very Last Time, the evolution of Glassio’s sound, and more! This episode features some excellent records from XTC, Lou Reed, Camera Obscura, and pronoun.You can purchase For The Very Last Time via Bandcamp. All proceeds from sales of the album benefit the Black Mental Health Alliance.Keep up with Glassio on Facebook and Instagram.

I was super stoked to chat with the wonderful Radical Dads for Episode 134 of Look At My Records! This trio tore up Brooklyn in the 2010s - releasing three great albums and melting faces all over the place! Since the release of their 2015 album, Universal Coolers, they did some adult things like having kids (making them actual Radical Dads) and moving to different parts of the world. Guitarists Chris and Lindsay now live in Sweden and drummer Robbie lives in Santa Cruz, California, but they didn’t let the distance stop them from putting out their fourth album, Paved Mountain, last month! In our interview, we talked about how the band pieced together the songs on Paved Mountain, Lindsay’s obsession with Herman Melville, Chris’ NJ power-pop pedigree, and a whole lot more! This episode features records from The Stroppies, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, Silver Jews, Eleanor Friedberger, Times New Viking, and The Smithereens!Get your copy of Paved Mountain on limited edition vinyl via Bandcamp. There, you’ll also find a TON of awesome merch! You can also stream it on your favorite streaming platform, including Spotify. Keep up with Radical Dads by liking them on Facebook and following them on both Instagram and Twitter.

Episode 133 of Look At My Records! features an interview with Marc LeFebvre of the New York City-based label Green Witch Recordings! The label has been active in 2020 despite the pandemic, releasing two compilations, the excellent debut EP from Teen Idle, an EP from Marc’s project Mothra Stewart, and more. In addition, Green Witch has several more releases scheduled for later this year from Lauren Lakis, Monroe Moon, and more! Tune in to hear Marc dish on his background playing music in bands like Chill Russell in Austin, TX, his experiences working in the music industry, and the story behind the formation of Green Witch Recordings. Plus, you’ll hear tunes from a slew of great artists from the label, including Teen Idle, Lauren Lakis, Mothra Stewart, Holsky, These People, and Chill Russell. This episode features records from Soccer Mommy, The Beach Boys, Mac Demarco, King Crimson, and Japandroids.Check out the Green Witch website to order and/or pre-order releases from their catalog. Like them on Facebook and follow them on Instagram.

Episode 132 of Look At My Records features an interview with Jenn and Dan of the Los Angeles-based dream pop duo, The Know! The real-life married couple started the project after recording an ethereal sounding version of “Jingle Bell Rock.” After their rendition of the holiday classic received a warm reception, they started writing their own tunes and recently released their debut EP, Wearetheknow. Tune in to hear about how the couple met in the Los Angeles music scene back in 2009, their writing and recording process, and the inspiration behind their personal, narrative-driven lyrics. Plus, we delve into the EP track by track and the process behind making their awesome music videos. And of course, you’ll hear their great record selections!You can purchase Wearetheknow via Bandcamp. The EP is also available on all streaming platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music. You can also purchase it on limited edition compact disc via Shoredive Records. Keep up with The Know by following them on Twitter and Instagram. Like them on Facebook!

Episode 131 features an interview with Jake Brooks and Ali Genevich of the super talented shoegaze duo, Laveda. Their incredible new record, What Happens After, dropped in late May and it’s a sonic rollercoaster of swirling guitar fuzz, serene melodies, and lyrics that confront our uncertain future. Tune in to hear all about the duo’s origins in their hometown of Saratoga Springs, the inspiration behind the album’s apocalyptic themes, and how they developed their signature sprawling sound. You’ll also hear about their backgrounds as classical musicians and how that has influenced their approach to songwriting. This episode features records from Beach House, Shady Bug, King Krule, Thee Oh Sees, Alex G, and Sonic Youth! Zach Romano, who wrote a great in-depth review of What Happens After, also joined in with some questions for the band in this episode!You can purchase What Happens After on limited edition vinyl on Bandcamp via Color Station. You can also listen to the album on your streaming platform of choice. Keep up with the band by liking them on Facebook and following them on Instagram. They’ll be releasing a music video for their song “Better Now” in the near future.

Episode 130 of Look At My Records! features an interview with Zach Koenig of Gawn. The project, which started in 2018, will be releasing their debut album Thee Essence Ov Everything this August. Tune in to hear all about the forthcoming record, Zach’s experiences playing in a variety of different bands during his youth in New Jersey, the evolution of his songwriting from the fuzz-out psych of his previous band Sun Abduction to the mellower sound of Gawn, and more! Plus, you’ll hear about how Bob Dylan inspired him to re-write several tracks on the Thee Essence Ov Everything and the collaborative songwriting process amongst the various members of Gawn. This episode features records from Neutral Milk Hotel, Chris Cohen, Bob Dylan, Navy Gangs, and John Cale!Follow Gawn on Instagram and Spotify. Thee Essence Ov Everything is set for release on August 14th!

Episode 129 of Look At My Records! features an interview with Teen Idle, the project of Asbury Park songwriter Sara Barry. Teen Idle just released their debut EP, Insomniac Dreams, last week. We were stoked to premiere it here on the site! So, naturally, we chatted all about the EP’s coming of age themes and its massive shoegaze influenced sound. Plus, you’ll hear all about Sara’s beginnings playing music at Lakehouse Music Academy in Asbury Park, and the formation of Teen Idle towards the waning days of her college years in New York City. We also chatted about and played some great records from Sasami, Dentist, Yo La Tengo, and St. Vincent!You can purchase Insomniac Dreams via Bandcamp. The EP is also available to stream on your platform of choice, including Spotify. Stay tuned, as cassettes will be available soon via Green Witch Recordings.The Songs For Quarantine Compilation, which features music from Teen Idle, Deal Casino, and more, is available for purchase on cassette and digital download via Bandcamp.Follow Teen Idle on Instagram and Twitter.

I had a blast chatting with the incredible Winter for Episode 128 of Look At My Records! I’ve been closely following her music since the release of her amazing collaborative album with Triptides, Estrela Mágica, back in 2018. Next month, she’ll be releasing her third album, Endless Space (Between You & I) on Bar None Records. We chatted all about it! Plus, you’ll hear about making the new record with Ian Gibbs of Vinyl Williams, the aforementioned collaborative album with Glenn Brigman of Triptides, and how the pop-music of her native Brazil has influenced her sound. We also played some records from Twin Sister, The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart, Yo La Tengo, and Teenage Fanclub! The episode wraps up with “Staying In,” one of my favorite songs from her 2019 EP “Hazy,” - it features Justus Proffit!You can pre-order Endless Space (Between You & I) on limited edition purple vinyl, cassette, or compact disc via Bar None Records. You can also peruse Winter’s incredible back catalog via Bandcamp or stream it on your platform of choice, including Spotify. Follow Winter on Instagram!

New York folk artist Evan Alexander Moore is my guest for Episode 127 of Look At My Records! Evan just released his latest record, The Perennial Millennial, in May. It’s a concept album of protest songs that dissects the millennial experience. We had a rousing conversation about his thoughts on an array of issues affecting our generation, his personal experiences as a millennial, his love of the great Bob Dylan, and his thoughts on the role that musicians play in political discourse. We played some choice cuts from the “Perennial Millennial,” including “Church Lawns, and “Hey! Mr. Zimmerman,” plus records from Neko, Bob Dylan, Weyes Blood, The Rolling Stones, and The Pretty Things!You can purchase The Perennial Millennial via Bandcamp. The album is also available on all streaming services, including Spotify. Follow Evan on Instagram!You can purchase the Perennial Millennial via Bandcamp. The album is also available on all streaming services, including Spotify. Follow Evan on Instagram!

Episode 126 features an interview with Shrenik, Liam, and Steve of Brooklyn’s Minaxi. The band just released their debut album, Khwab, back in March and have plans to release a series of three EPs over the next few months. Tune in to hear all about it! Plus, the band performed a special live set that includes two soon to be released songs, “It’s Got Me,” and “Smile.” We also chatted about frontman Shrenik’s origins in Mumbai and how the band incorporates an array of influences, including shoegaze, dream pop, sufi music, and Hindustani pop into their eclectic sound.You can purchase Khwab via Bandcamp. The album is also available on all streaming services, including Spotify.

Episode 125 features an interview with Paul Whitacre and Mark Cunningham of the Denver, Colorado-based band Whitacre. The four-piece just released their debut LP, Seasons, in April, and it’s an invigorating mix of Americana, Folk, Rock n’ Roll, and a whole lot more. Tune in to hear all about the band’s beginnings in Colorado, the concept behind Seasons, and how they’re adapting to the current pandemic. Paul and Mark also performed two songs from their new record via Zoom! Plus, you’ll hear records from Buffalo Springfield, John Lennon, Big Thief, and The Beach Boys.You can purchase Seasons on compact disc via the band’s website. There, you can also find a variety of awesome merch! The album is also available on all streaming services, including Spotify.

Episode 124 of Look At My Records features some lightly edited audio from the recent live stream with Scout Gillett. Tune in to hear all about her new single, “One To Ten.” You’ll also hear a special live performance from Scout with special guest Matthew Danger Lippman on the last tune. Listen on your streaming platform of choice or watch the live stream below! This episode also features the great song “Joel Tudor” by Scout’s band Shadow Year.You can purchase “One To Ten” via Bandcamp or stream it on Spotify.

Episode 123 of Look At My Records! features some lightly edited audio of the recent live stream with Anya Baghina! Tune in to hear all about her great new single, “To Be Alone,” and the powerful video for the song, which was directed by her roommate Katie Colosimo. We also chatted about her time playing in the Detroit music scene with her band Soviet Girls and Fred Thomas, and her move to Brooklyn last year. Anya also performed a wonderful extended set featuring several unreleased songs. This episode also features music from Soviet Girls, Fred Thomas, Deadbeat Beat, and HNRY FLWR.Stream Anya’s music on Spotify. It’s also available to purchase on Bandcamp.Stay tuned, as Soviet Girls will be releasing a new single on May 20th. In the interim, you can check out their music on Spotify and Bandcamp.

Episode 122 of Look At My Records features an interview with Brooklyn alternative-pop outfit Brother Moses. The quartet, who formed about six years ago in Arkansas, just released their second full-length, Desperation Pop, back in March. In this episode, you’ll hear all about the process behind writing and recording the album, plus some choice cuts from the record, including the singles “Sam & Diane” and “Bathroom Floor.” You’ll also hear about the band’s origins in Arkansas and their collective move to New York City back in 2018. Oh, and the band gives us the low down on their chance meeting with the legendary Jeff Goldblum and their .ORG domain name. We also spun some records from Wild Pink, Wilco, Talking Heads, and Simon & Garfunkel.You can pre-order Desperation Pop on limited edition red vinyl via the band’s website or Bandcamp. Their music is also available on all streaming platforms!

Stewart Heigold of Costa Rica’s Sportdad joined me for a very special live-streamed episode of Look At My Records! You can stream a lightly edited audio-only podcast edition above or on your streaming service of choice. Below, you can find the full, un-cut live stream of our conversation and Stewart’s live performance. Tune in, as we chatted about Sportdad’s recording sessions with Belgium engineer Jeff Clayes (Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, Van Jets, Millionaire), their influences, and their recording plans for once the pandemic is over! Plus, we played several Sportdad videos/tunes, and also played videos/tunes from fellow Costa Ricans Voodoo, and a pair from Brooklyn artists JW Francis and Top Nachos.You can purchase Sportdad’s music via Bandcamp. Their tunes are also available on all streaming platforms, including Spotify.

Back in February, I had the chance to chat at length with DIY legend Unkle Funkle. Since the original episode aired on Radio Free Brooklyn, I had to cut it down to 59 minutes, but we had such a great, extensive chat that I wanted to share our whole conversation for all to enjoy. The episode kicks off with some prime cuts from Unkle Funkle’s brand new album, Fuji, and a brand new song from The Memories that’ll appear on their forthcoming album, Pickles & Pie.Our interview delves into the writing and recording process behind Fuji. We also talked at length about his long history playing and touring the world with several different projects, including The Memories and White Fang. You'll also hear all about his recent move from Los Angeles to New York and the work he's doing at Axis Mundi Records Beach Hut in Rockaway. Plus, we delved into the history of the awesome Gnar Tapes label. We also spun some records from The Everly Brothers, Nas, John Coltrane, and Bruce!You can purchase Fuji via Bandcamp. His tunes are also available on all streaming services, including Spotify.

The second live-streamed episode of Look At My Records!, featuring Satin Nickel, was a blast! You can check out the video below, but now, it’s officially Episode 119 of Look At My Records! You can listen to the full audio of the show on your streaming platform of choice. Tune in to hear all about Satin Nickel’s brand new album, Shadow of Doubt, which is out this Friday, April 10th. Plus, the band played an excellent live set that includes new songs that’ll appear on the record. You can pre-save it now on your favorite streaming platform.The episode also features music videos from Joy Cleaner, Desert Sharks, High Waisted, and JW Francis.

The first-ever live-streamed episode of Look At My Records!, featuring Bandits On The Run, was a ton of fun! You can check out the video below, but now, it’s officially Episode 118 of Look At My Records! Listen to the audio on your streaming platform of choice, if you wish. You can check out the video below, but now, it’s officially Episode 118 of Look At My Records! Listen to the audio on your streaming platform of choice, if you wish.Thanks to Bandits On The Run for the great chat and incredible live performance. Major kudos to Left Bank Magazine for planning and executing an incredible Virtual Music Festival! The episode also features music from Miracle Sweepstakes, Atlas Engine, Holy Tunics, and Forever Honey! You can purchase Bandits On The Run music via Bandcamp. They also have some awesome merch, including a super comfy RINGER shirt, available via their website.

I had a wonderful time chatting with Hoboken musician and recording engineer, Max Feinstein for Episode 117 of Look At My Records! Max had a lot of incredible stories about his time working at the legendary Hoboken recording studio Water Music (stories include Joe Piscopo, Cyndi Lauper, The Feelies, and The Thermals), which eventually led to him opening his own space in the Mile Square City called Silver Horse Sound. You’ll also hear songs from his latest solo EP, Betamax , some insights on his writing process, and a live performance of a yet to be released tune! Plus, records from The Feelies, The Thermals, David Bowie, Camper Van Beethoven, and Prince! This episode was recorded at Silver Horse Sound, so big thanks to Max for having me over at his awesome space.You can purchase Max’s music via Bandcamp. Check out his website and the Silver Horse Sound site for more information.You can purchase Max’s music via Bandcamp. Check out his website and the Silverhorse Sound Studio site for more information.

Episode 116 features an interview with Brooklyn post-punk trio Patti. The band is playing at Arlene’s Grocery tonight for the New Colossus Festival! Listen to this episode and then go see them!Tune in to hear all about their latest record, “Good Big,” their origins in the Bay Area, their move to New York, and their intense tour schedule. Plus, you’ll hear about their adventures on the treacherous roads of Montana with a jar of pickles, their love of the Minutemen, and their upcoming European tour!You can purchase “Good Big” on vinyl via Patti’s Bandcamp. You can also find a full list of all of their upcoming tour dates there.

Episode 115 of Look At My Records! features an interview with Sweden’s Tribe Friday! During their time in New York, the quartet stopped by to chat about their latest singles, “Talk So Loud,” and “Freaky.” Plus, you’ll hear their thoughts on New York pizza, the interesting way they discovered The Strokes, and how it felt to play the Mercury Lounge twice! You’ll also hear about the development of their sound from their debut EP, Trying Your Luck, to their next EP, Chasing Pictures, which is set for release on March 27th.You can listen to all of Tribe Friday’s music via your streaming service of choice, including Spotify.The band just released an awesome new video for their song, “Freaky,” which you can watch below.Stay tuned, as the band will be announcing some European tour dates for later this year!

Episode 114 features an interview with Asbury Park’s The Vansaders! The Jersey Shore quartet just released a brand new single, “Siren’s Song,” which is part of split 7-inch with their friends Late Waves. Tune in to hear all about this latest tune, plus the scoop on their 2019 album, Standstill. The band also talked about working with Pete Steinkopf of the Bouncing Souls, coming of age as a band in New Jersey, and their epic Halloween Clash covers set at the Asbury Park Convention Center. Stay tuned, as the band has plans to release their next full length later this year.You can stream all of The Vansaders music via your platform of choice. Their music is also available for purchase via Bandcamp.The Vansaders are celebrating the release of their split 7-inch on Saturday, February 29th at Wonder Bar with Late Waves. You can pre-order the record via Gruesome Twosome Records.There’s also an extremely high-quality video of the band’s entire Halloween performance as The Clash, which you can stream via Youtube.

Episode 113 features an interview and live performance from Bloomfield, New Jersey’s Pioneer The Eel. This is the first ever Look At My Records! live session, affectionately dubbed “Music In A Room In The Cocoon” recorded at Corey Zack’s Cocoon Studio in beautiful Jersey City, NJ. Tune in to hear all about the band’s latest release, Bunkers, which is out now on Mint 400 Records. The band performed three songs from the record: “Pereo,” “The Riverboat Hands Tattoo,” and “Beach House Bunker.” Plus, records from Barrie, Bob Dylan, The Smiths, and more!You can purchase Bunkers via Mint 400 Records. The record is also available on all streaming sites, including Spotify.

Episode 112 of Look At My Records! previews a great winter of upcoming Mckenzie Tapes. Before diving into the tapes on deck for February and March, the episode starts with two tracks from two North Carolina legends: Polvo and Superchunk. This tape from January 1992 is already on the site, but Tom sliced out two prime tracks to give you a taste. After “My Heroine” by Rage To Live, the episode samples tracks from a slew of killer gigs from February 1992. This month alone saw Gumball, Teenage Fanclub, Velvet Crush, Smashing Pumpkins, and Velvet Crush at both CBGBs and Maxwell’s. Thereafter, you’ll hear some late 80s Dinosaur Jr. at The Ritz. The end of the episode is all about the dB’s, including a 1983 performance by the band at The Ritz and a live set by Peter Holsapple on WFMU from the same year. There’s also a Beatles cover towards the end!

Episode 111 of Look At My Records! features an interview and live performance from New Jersey’s The Down & Outs! Tune in to hear all about this up and coming trio’s debut self-titled EP, which dropped late last year. As it turns out, these three have known each other since they were little dudes, so you’ll get the scoop on their interesting origin story in the NJ town of Atlantic Highlands. Plus, the band stopped by Lake Nipmuc Studio in East Williamsburg for a special live session. The band played three songs: “Harry Houdini,” “Sketchy Connect,” and “LANDLORD.” Special thanks to Nick Lafalce of Atlas Engine for engineering and mixing the session and to Justin Mayfield for providing some equipment! Plus, we spun some recordsYou can stream The Down & Outs debut self-titled EP on your streaming platform of choice, including Spotify. Follow them on Instagram and Facebook.Catch them live at the following shows:March 13th at Asbury Brewery with Courier Club and Parrotfish.March 27th at Rubulad with Let Me Ask My Mother, Flycatcher, and Tim Mountain.

Episode 110 of Look At My Records! features a chat with Mike Tarnofsky of Edna!2020 is set to be an eventful year for this project, as Edna plans to release a series of digital 7-inch singles over the course of the next year. The first is set for release next week and features “Dead Languages” and “Surrender”. In this episode, you’ll hear Mike perform a stripped-down version of “Dead Languages.” You’ll also get an exclusive first listen of “Surrender” and a special live performance of “Lover Boys Rock (Slow)”, which is scheduled for release later this year!Tune in to hear all about Edna and the band’s plans for 2020. You’ll also hear some records from Carole King, Built To Spill, Wilco, and Yo La Tengo!Edna’s is celebrating the release of their first single next Wednesday, January 29th at Baby’s All Right with Drug Couple and Cory Sterling. Don’t miss it!!