A podcast devoted to talking about the records we love. History, context, analysis... it's all here. Hopefully. Or maybe we're just fawning over stuff we like. talkingrecords@outlook.com
The Talking Records podcast is a hidden gem for music lovers and fans of '90s punk rock. Hosted by Jed Nixon, this show delves into the stories and background behind iconic albums from the era, featuring interviews with band members, producers, and other industry insiders. With its easy listening style and fun banter between Jed and his guests, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in learning more about their favorite albums.
One of the best aspects of The Talking Records podcast is the wealth of knowledge and research that Jed brings to each episode. It's clear that he has a deep passion for music and goes above and beyond to uncover interesting tidbits and facts about the albums being discussed. Whether it's diving into the songwriting process or sharing behind-the-scenes stories, Jed's conversations with his guests provide listeners with a deeper understanding and appreciation of these records.
Another great aspect is the variety of guests that Jed invites onto the show. From band members themselves to music journalists and other experts in the field, each episode offers a unique perspective on the album being discussed. This diversity of voices ensures that there's something for everyone, whether you're a die-hard fan looking for insider insights or someone new to the genre wanting to learn more.
While there are many positives to The Talking Records podcast, one potential downside is that it focuses predominantly on '90s punk rock. While this will be a dream come true for fans of the genre, it may not appeal as much to those who have different musical tastes. However, even if you're not familiar with all the albums being discussed, Jed's enthusiasm is infectious and will likely still make for an enjoyable listen.
In conclusion, The Talking Records podcast is an absolute treat for music enthusiasts looking to delve deeper into their favorite '90s punk rock albums. With its well-researched episodes, entertaining banter between host Jed Nixon and his guests, and fascinating insights into the creation and impact of these records, this podcast is a must-listen. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just curious about the stories behind the music, The Talking Records has something for everyone.
School Drugs vocalist Josh joins the podcast to discuss the Descendents Fat Wreck offering Cool To Be You.https://schooldrugs.bandcamp.com/album/disposition
Scott from The Softer Side joins the show to discuss Twisted By Design, the 1998 album by Strung Out.https://thesofterside.bandcamp.com/
Protagonist guitarist John joins Talking Records to discuss the Subhumans "The Day The Country Died"https://protagonist.bandcamp.com/
Brian from the ska/punk band The Agonizers joins the show to discuss Rancid's And Out Come the Wolves.https://theagonizers.bandcamp.com/
Audio Karate guitarist Jason Camacho joins the show to discuss Lagwagon's 1995 album Hoss.https://www.audiokaratestore.com/
In Defense Of Ska author and podcaster Aaron Carnes returns to Talking Records to discuss the second edition of In Defense of Ska and to deep dive Skankin' Pickle's album Sing Along With Skankin' Pickle.
My pal Yotam Ben Horin returns for a chat about his upcoming solo record Reflections of You due out in October.
Longtime pal Dan joins the show to discuss Rx Bandits' The Resignation on Drive Thru Records.
My guest this week is Marc Wasserman who wrote the amazing book Soul Salvation: A Gen X Love Letter to the English Beat. Marc joins us to talk about the band's third album Special Beat Service. https://www.diwulf.com/products/soul-salvation-a-gen-x-love-letter-to-the-english-beat-by-marc-wasserman
Another one song mini episode. Talking Records singles! This time around we look at Shelter's Here We Go Again.
Chaser vocalist Mike joins the show to discuss the band's new album Small Victories. https://thousandislandsrecords.com/
Bob, Jay, and Mark from Girth Control join the show to talk about Less Than Jake's 1998 album Hello Rockview. The fellas are also here to promote The Pioneer Valley Ska Festival on July 27, at Hawks & Reed in Greenfield MA linktr.ee/413ska for tickets
My buddy Jay and I dive into the Foo Fighters' second album The Colour & the Shape. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
Brian and I dive into Sonic Reducer by the Dead Boys on this second installment of Talking Records Singles. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
Lunachicks guitarist Gina Volpe joins the show to discuss the band's 1997 album Pretty Ugly. We also discuss Gina's solo album and the release of the Lunachicks' book Fallopian Rhapsody. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
Chris Wrenn of Bridge Nine Records joins the show to discuss H2O's 2008 album Nothing To Prove. bridge9.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
Screw 32 guitarist Doug Sangalang joins the show to talk about the band's 1997 album Under the Influence of Bad People on Fat Wreck Chords. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
What? A ten minute episode and it's just one song? Here's a new feature (until we get bored of doing it) where we dive into one song. A mini episode is what the cool kids call it. Enjoy this look at Waiting Room by Fugazi. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
The guys from I Against I join the show to take us through the band's Epitaph debut Headcleaner. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
My pal Kyle and I interview Goldfinger guitarist Charlie and bassist Kelly about the band's 2000 album Stomping Ground. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
The Promise Ring drummer Dan Didier joins the show to take us through the writing and recording of Very Emergency on Jade Tree Records. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
Useless ID vocalist & bassist Yotam Ben Horin joins the show to discuss the band's Suburban Home Records release The Lost Broken Bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
My friend Brian and I dive into Weezer's third album, known as The Green Album. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
My friend Chris "Heavy D" DiSanto joins the show to discuss our love for the 'Machines and their debut album Destruction By Definition. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
I am once again joined by fellow podcaster Josh to go through Bad Religion's 1993 album Recipe For Hate. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
The Dingees vocalist, guitar, and sax player Peg Leg drops by to tell us about The Crucial Conspiracy on Tooth & Nail Records. We also dive into the band's new EP Dropseeds. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
My pal Dylan and I discuss the Living End's self titled album. This album was massive in Australia but barely made a peep in the states. Dylan takes us through growing up hearing Living End hits on the radio. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
Tane from Tightwire joins the show to talk about the band's new album Head Full Of Snakes on Red Scare. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
Scott from the Softer Side helps break down Propagandhi's second full length on Fat Wreck. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
Aaron from the Growing Up Punk podcast joins the show to discuss Iron Front by Strike Anywhere. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
J Prozac and I break down and discuss the tracks on Screeching Weasel's classic My Brain Hurts. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
The Bollweevils are back! Vocalist Dr. Daryl Wilson joins the show to talk about the band's new record on red Scare Industries. We talk about writing the record, does punk rock belong in the ER? Helping your neighbor and of course ranking on each other in the studio. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
Emily Whitehurst joins the show to talk about her covers album Request Hotline, Vol. 2. We dig into what makes a good cover, how going solo has its perks, and ways to connect with fans. https://www.srvvlgd.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
This is the second part of a two part episode on Lawrence Arms Oh! Calcutta. This episode features a track by track discussion of the album starting with Beyond the Embarrassing Style. The first four tracks were discussed in the first part. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
Greg from Unscripted Moments: A Podcast About Propagandhi joins us to talk about the Lawrence Arm's Oh! Calcutta. In this first part of a two part episode, we discuss the making of the album, how we got into the band, and the first four tracks. Next week Part 2 will feature the remainder of the album! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingrecords/message
My pal and frequent guest Wayne joins the show to discuss Unwritten Law's 1998 self titled album on Interscope Records. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkingrecords/message
Scott helps break down and appreciate AFI's amazing Black Sails in the Sunset. Track listing goof ups, enter Jade Puget, $1,000 from Nitro, and just what the hell is Exsanguination anyway? It's all here. https://afireinside.net/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lost-drive-in/id1478839226 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkingrecords/message
The Brokedowns join the show to share details about their new album Maximum Khaki. Lots of laughs and silliness as we discuss all manner of things, oh and the record too. https://www.thebrokedowns.com/ https://www.redscare.net/site/ https://www.facebook.com/katiehovlandpr/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkingrecords/message
AAA vocalist/bassist Danny Lore joins the show to talk about the band's debut album Destroy What Destroys You. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkingrecords/message
My pal Adam and I break down Black Flag's Damaged, hitting on the revolving door of vocalists, the legal trouble with Unicorn, Spot's opinion of adding another guitar, and of course how coffee was used to simulate blood. It's all here! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkingrecords/message
Dan Schafer, Adam White, & Brian McQuaid join J Prozac and I for a chat about Losers of the Year and the vinyl release on Red Scare Records. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkingrecords/message
Justin from New York's Neckscars joins the show to talk Rock For Light by the Bad Brains. https://neckscars.bandcamp.com/album/dont-panic --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkingrecords/message
Vocalist Karolina and guitarist Mateusz from Polish punk band CF98 join the show to talk about their fantastic new record This Is Fine. How do Everything Sucks, The Naked Gun, a meme about a dog, and Polish politics all connect here? Tune in! Find out! https://cf98.bandcamp.com/ https://www.soundspeedrecords.com/cf98 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkingrecords/message
Bad Religion guitarist Brian Baker joins us to talk about 1996's The Gray Race. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkingrecords/message
My friend Ben and I discuss Sublime's 40 Oz to Freedom and the fascinating story of how it all came together. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkingrecords/message
Much the Same bassist Frank joins the show to discuss the writing, recording, and Taco Bell eating of Survive on Nitro Records. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkingrecords/message
My pal Luis joins me to chat about Social Distortion's self titled 1990 major label debut. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkingrecords/message
Buck-O-Nine guitarist Jonas Kleiner takes us through the band's spectacular mix of covers and originals; titled Barfly. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkingrecords/message
Useless ID's Yotam Ben Horin joins the podcast to discuss his new solo album Young Forever. Ben takes us through how a quick trip to the Santa Monica pier motivated him, driving through Europe with no headlights, how Jim from Jimmy Eat World played a part in the music, and much much more. Check it out! https://www.patreon.com/yotambenhorin https://www.hellomerch.com/collections/yotam-ben-horin --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkingrecords/message
Fellow podcaster and Batman fan Sammy Warm Hands joins the podcast to discuss Revolutions Per Minute by Rise Against. Check out Sammy's band Dead Fucking Serious at https://take92.bandcamp.com/album/klandemic --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkingrecords/message
The Methadones drop in to give us some details on playing shows again, getting This Won't Hurt on vinyl and of course some details about the great album; my favorite Methadones album! Red Scare https://www.redscare.net/site/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkingrecords/message
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