200. Audrey Golden and Gina Birch Discuss The Raincoats, Odyshape

Send us Fan MailThis episode is all about the seminal punk band The Raincoats. Al is joined by The Raincoats’ co-founder Gina Birch and by author/journalist Audrey Golden, who wrote Shouting Out Loud: Lives of The Raincoats, which was published by Da Capo this July. Audrey and Gina discuss The Raincoats' 1981 sophomore album Odyshape, with Audrey talking about why the album holds a special place for her, and how The Raincoats have inspired generations of artists, from Kurt Cobain to Sleater-Kinney to Big Joanie. Gina discusses how the album marked an important period in her career as a musician, and she delves into her contributions on several of the album's tracks. Audrey also explains how she wound up writing a book about The Raincoats. Gina talks about the two solo albums she has released under her own name, including Trouble, which was released by Third Man Records in July.You can explore Audrey’s work, event schedule and more at audreyjgolden.com.Audrey’s socials…@audreyjgolden on Instagram and BlueskyTo check out Gina’s music, videos, tour info, merch and more, go to ginabirchmusic.com.Gina’s socials…@gina.birch on Instagram@ginabirch on YouTubeThe first episode of Bonus Tracks—YMAAA’s subscriber-only podcast series—is now available at patreon.com/youmealbum. More monthly episodes, posts and other good stuff are soon to come. Please consider subscribing! Your support will make it possible for Al to keep this podcast going.Another way to support YMAAA is to buy the Custom Music Connector PDF guide. In just a few quick minutes, you can learn more about what your favorite music and your loved ones’ favorite music have in common. Learn more at https://almelchior.gumroad.com/musicconnector.To keep up with You, Me and An Album, please give the show a follow on Instagram at @youmealbum.2:15 Audrey and Gina join the show2:56 Audrey explains why she chose Odyshape for this episode6:54 Gina talks about The Raincoats’ first trip to New York and the instruments they bought from Manny’s14:17 Audrey recounts how The Kitchen Tapes were her introduction to The Raincoats17:52 Gina sees Odyshape as the album where she "found her wings” as a musician20:57 Gina talks about the three songs from Odyshape on which she sings lead vocals25:00 The Raincoats often sound like they are playing unconventional time signatures, even when they’re not30:41 How much does punk rock have to do with an attitude about musicianship?43:23 Audrey talks about Caroline Scott’s contributions to Odyshape and how they have added to The Raincoats’ legacy48:26 Gina points out the dialogue she and Vicky Aspinall have on “Family Treet”49:49 The title and artwork of Odyshape may have confused some listeners52:26 Audrey explains how she wound up writing and researching a book about The Raincoats57:29 Audrey discusses learning about The Raincoats’ political impact through her book research1:03:09 Gina expresses gratitude for the moments where she has been profoundly impacted by art1:04:17 Gina talks about the important role that The Slits played in her life1:07:12 DAWs made it easier for Gina to do solo work1:10:03 Gina reveals the origins of “I Play My Bass Loud”1:13:04 Gina talks about her live band, Gina Birch and The Unreasonables, and playing songs from Trouble live1:16:18 Audrey and Gina discuss their upcoming eventsOutro music is from “Doom Monger” by Gina Birch.Support the show