TRS Episode 17: Exploring mAster Weldon Irvine

In Episode 17 of the Record Spinner Podcast, Noel celebrates his first "fan email," recaps his comments on the usage of hooks in rap music, and of course, gives his vinyl recommendation of the week (you can find that album here). Noel then explores the work of the legendary Weldon Irvine. Irvine was a musician, poet, playwright, and black activist who took his own life in his later years. Noel theorizes why the jazz and hip hop pioneer did this and warns others about the intense feelings of hopelessness and despair that come with being truly "liberated" from a white supremacist mindset. As always, let us know what you think about the topic (email: [email protected]), and don't forget to check out the trailer for the project Noel mentions, Digging for Weldon Irvine, produced by Victorious De Costa. (I do not own the rights to the image listed on this episode) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/therecordguy/message