The Vinyl Playground Podcast

I recently read that a study shows that the music that you love between the ages of 13 and 17 will stay with you your entire life.   I decided to take a look at my last 3 purchases to see just how accurate that quote was.Four words - “Well, I'll be damned!”Hosted by Alex Oliver (the "music man, record guy, host and curator"), The Vinyl Playground Podcast is equal parts education and "coming of age" stories guided by the host's visits to his local vinyl record store. For music fans both young and older, music is the softest shoulder. Tune in, and let's discover some music together. You can also hear this podcast at the following: Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2341529/ep... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ANi1l9... Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/32d... Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/podcast/6880491 Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/the... Podcasher: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/th... Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/... Player FM: https://player.fm/series/the-vinyl-pl... Question? Comments? Insults? Please, feel free to contact me at: [email protected] as well as   / alexoliver68   Trimordial Studio Las Vegas - comfortable space, excellent talent on staff, reasonable prices. Please find them here at:   / trimordial   The name Southwest Sabor reflects their goal of featuring not only New Mexico's cuisine but also the signature dishes of other Southwest states. Plus they deliver! Check out their menu of delicious dishes at:   / southwestsabor   Knowledgeable and friendly, you will remember the name Michelle Spivey – Realtor. A new home is just a contact away – FIND Michelle Spivey, Realtor at (702)205-5598, or at the following: http://www.MichelleSpivey.realtor/ [email protected] No copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster. Includes portions of the following songs from the following albums : From Strange Days, The Doors, 19671. People Are Strange (written by The Doors)2. Strange Days (written by The Doors)From The Morning After, The J. Geils Band, 19713. Looking For A Love (written by JW Alexander and Zelda Saunders)4. So Sharp (written by Arlester Christian)From – The Yes Album,Yes, 19715. I've Seen All Good People (written by John Anderson and Chis Squire)6. Clap (written by Steve Howe)#aerosmithrockband #thevinylplayground #TVP #TheDoorsrockband #TheJGeilsBandrockband #YESrockband #vinyl #vinylcollection #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #vinyladdict #rpm #lp #nowplaying #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #rhinorecordsBackground music includes small portions of the following songs: "Helicopter" by Poppermost. "Melancholy Serenade" by King Curtis "Annoula" by Poppermost "Space Rhumba" by Hoyt Curtain This podcast © ℗ 2026 Written by Alex Oliver

When the shelf space was clear, almost 1000 vinyl LPs were donated to Goodwill and Salvation Army, or traded for credit at my favorite record store.This left a LOT of empty space to fill on my record shelves. Meaning? A trip to the record shop, and 3 new additions to help reconstruct The Vinyl Playground.Hosted by Alex Oliver (the "music man, record guy, host and curator"), The Vinyl Playground Podcast is equal parts education and "coming of age" stories guided by the host's visits to his local vinyl record store.For music fans both young and older, music is the softest shoulder. Tune in, and let's discover some music together. You can also hear this podcast at the following: Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2341529/episodes/18883046-the-vinyl-playground-podcast-ep-20-vinyl-of-the-reconstruction.mp3?download=trueApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-vinyl-playground-podcast/id1750804343Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ANi1l9XYhRDZ4jeAe4DrHAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/32d8e940-c55a-4b47-bf2d-8fba762b1f8c/the-vinyl-playground-podcastPodcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/podcast/6880491Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/the-vinyl-playground-podcast/6222844Podcasher: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-vinyl-playground-podcast-5686894Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/the-vinyl-playground-podcast-the-vinyl-joqyxvgtGi8/Player FM: https://player.fm/series/the-vinyl-playground-podcastQuestion? Comments? Insults? Please, feel free to contact me at: [email protected] well as https://www.facebook.com/alexoliver68/Trimordial Studio Las Vegas - comfortable space, excellent talent on staff, reasonable prices. Please find them here at:https://www.facebook.com/trimordialThe name Southwest Sabor reflects their goal of featuring not only New Mexico's cuisine but also the signature dishes of other Southwest states. Plus they deliver! Check out their menu of delicious dishes at: https://www.facebook.com/southwestsaborKnowledgeable and friendly, you will remember the name Michelle Spivey – Realtor.A new home is just a contact away – FIND Michelle Spivey, Realtor at (702)205-5598, or at the following: http://www.MichelleSpivey.realtor/[email protected] copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs from the following albums :From American Beauty, Grateful Dead, (1970)1. "Truckin'" (written by Garcia, Hunter, Weir, Lesh) 2.  "Sugar Magnolia" (written by Garcia, Hunter, Weir, Lesh)From Toys In The Attic, Aerosmith, (1975)3.  "Walk This Way" (written by Steven Tyler, Joe Perry) 4.  "Toys In The Attic" (written by Steven Tyler, Joe Perry)From Moondance, Van Morrison, (1970)5.  "Moondance" (song written and performed by Van Morrison)6.  "Caravan" (song written and performed by Van Morrison)#thevinylplayground  #TVP #TheGratefulDead #Aerosmithrockband  #VanMorrison  #vinyl #vinylcollection   #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #vinyladdict   #rpm  #lp #nowplaying #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #rhinorecords Background music includes small portions of the following songs: "Helicopter" by Poppermost. "Melancholy Serenade" by King Curtis"Annoula" by Poppermost"Space Rhumba" by Hoyt CurtainThis podcast© ℗ 2026 

Dedicated to my mentor of 40 plus years, this special episode answers the question "How am I important to you" with great musical tracks from The Band; Cream; Crosby Stills & Nash; Todd Rundgren and The Steve Miller Band. Question? Comments? Insults? Please, feel free to contact me at: [email protected] well as https://www.facebook.com/alexoliver68/Trimordial Studio Las Vegas - comfortable space, excellent talent on staff, reasonable prices. Please find them here at:https://www.facebook.com/trimordialThe name Southwest Sabor reflects their goal of featuring not only New Mexico's cuisine but also the signature dishes of other Southwest states. Plus they deliver! Check out their menu of delicious dishes at: https://www.facebook.com/southwestsaborNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by the following artists :1. "Up On Cripple Creek" (written by Jaime Robbie Robertson) performed by The Band2.  "Look Out Cleveland" (written by Jamime Robbie Robertson) performed by The Band3.  "Sunshine of Your Love" (written by Jack Bruce and Peter Brown) performed by Cream4.  "SWLABR" (written by Jack Bruce and Peter Brown) performed by Cream5.  "Suite: Judy Blue Eyes (song written by Stephen Stills) performed by Crosby Stills & Nash6.  "Long Time Gone (written by David Crosby) performed by Crosby Stills & Nash7.  "I Saw The Light" (written by Todd Rundgren) performed by Todd Rundgren (quite literally)8.  "Wolfman Jack" (written by Todd Rundgren) Todd Rundgren (again, quite literally)9.  "Living In The USA" (written by Steve Miller) performed by The Steve Miller Band10. "My Friend" (written by Boz Scaggs and Jim Peterman) performed by The Steve Miller Band#thevinylplayground  #TVP #TheBand #Creamrockband  #CrosbyStillsNash  #vinyl #vinylcollection   #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #vinyladdict #ToddRundgren  #SteveMillerBand  #rpm  #lp #nowplaying #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley Background music: "Helicopter" by Poppermost. © ℗ 2018This podcast© ℗ 2026 Written by Alex Oliver

Through Mark Volman, and the music of The Turtles, I learned how to grow, and “grow past myself.”It took years, but I learned to stop worrying about my physical appearance, get out of my own way, be a musician, and play for “love of the song.”I owe a lot to Mark Volman. My confidence boosted when I found out about him, and his history even past the Turtles.And I will miss him walking around on this Earth.Cheers and salud, Mr. Volman. Hosted by Alex Oliver (the "music man, record guy, host and curator"), The Vinyl Playground Podcast is a series of "mix tape letters to family back home." Also known as "TVP," this podcast is equal parts classic popular music, history, education and "coming of age" stories guided by music and education.For music fans both young and older, music is the softest shoulder. Tune in, and let's discover some music together. Question? Comments? Insults? Please, feel free to contact me at: [email protected] well as https://www.facebook.com/alexoliver68/Trimordial Studio Las Vegas - comfortable space, excellent talent on staff, reasonable prices. Please find them here at:https://www.facebook.com/trimordialThe name Southwest Sabor reflects their goal of featuring not only New Mexico's cuisine but also the signature dishes of other Southwest states. Plus they deliver! Check out their menu of delicious dishes at: https://www.facebook.com/southwestsaborNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by the Turtles :1. "You Baby" (written by P.F. Sloan and Steve Barri)2.  "Happy Together" (written by Garry Bonner and Alan Gordon)3.  "Elenore" (written by Howard Kaylan, Mark Volman, Al Nichol, Jim Pons, and John Barbata) 4.  "She'd Rather Be with Me" (written by Garry Bonner and Alan Gordon)5.  Outside Chance (song written by Glenn Crocker and Warren Zevon)6.  You Showed Me (written by Gene Clark and Roger McGuinn)All sound recordings owned by Flo & Eddie Inc. #thevinylplayground  #TVP #theturtles #markvolman  #howardkaylan  #vinyl #vinylcollection   #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #vinyladdict #floandeddie  #phlorescentleechandeddie  #rpm  #lp #nowplaying #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley Background music: "Animal" by Poppermost. © ℗ 2018This podcast© ℗ 2025 Written by Alex Oliver

In this episode - The Rutles, and a strong case for music as an educational tool of great depth and power.  Featuring songs from the made-for-tv-movie All You Need Is Cash, this is a loving tribute to some music (and words) that very much mattered to me then, and now. Thank goodness it still exists in the family archives. Hosted by Alex Oliver (the "music man, record guy, host and curator") The Vinyl Playground Podcast, a series of "mix tape letters to family back home" which mixes equal parts classic popular music, history, education and critique.For music fans both young and older, music is the softest shoulder. Tune in, and let's discover some music together. Question? Comments? Insults? Please, feel free to contact me at: [email protected] well as https://www.facebook.com/alexoliver68/Trimordial Studio Las Vegas - comfortable space, excellent talent on staff, reasonable prices. Please find them here at:https://www.facebook.com/trimordialThe name Southwest Sabor reflects their goal of featuring not only New Mexico's cuisine but also the signature dishes of other Southwest states. Plus they deliver! Check out their menu of delicious dishes at: https://www.facebook.com/southwestsaborNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by the Rutles :1. Number One2.  I Must Be In Love3.  Love Life4.  Living In Hope5.  Piggy In The Middle6.  Another Day7.  Ouch!All songs written by Neil Innes, and performed by The Rutles (Neil Innes, Ollie Hallsal; Ricky Fataar; and John Halsey). #thevinylplayground  #TVP #therutles #ericidle  #neilinnes  #vinyl #vinylcollection   #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #allyouneediscash  #vinyladdict #ronnasty  #dirkmcquickly #stigohara #rpm #rutlandweekendtelevision #lp #nowplaying #vinyligclub #vinyllover #SNL #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #johnhalsey #barrywom   #olliehallsal  #rickyfataar © ℗ 2025 Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl

Igor is in search of the "perfect set of love songs" to present to Friday, his girl friend, on Valentine's Day. Can Professor Music Man help his assistant with a little bit of ancient "mix-tape voodoo?" Featuring songs from the film Mad Monster Party, as well as Paul McCartney, The Four Tops, The Replacements, Minnie Riperton, Extreme, and Jefferson Airplane. Happy Valentine's Day to you, and to Friday!Alex (aka Professor Music Man is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by :1.  Never Was A Love Like Mine - Gail Garnett - 1966 - from the Mad Monster Party? soundtrack.2.  This One - Paul McCartney - 1989 - from Flowers In The Dirt3.  Today - Jefferson Airplane - 1967 - from Surrealistic Pillow4.  Kiss Me On The Bus - The Replacements - 1985 - from Tim5.  Ain't No Woman (Like The One I Got) - The Four Tops - 1972 - from Keeper of The Castle6.  Loving You - Minnie Riperton - 1974 - from Perfect Angel7.  More Than Words - Extreme - 1990 - from Pornograffiti#thevinylplayground  #TVP #madmonsterparty? #paulmccartney  #thereplacements  #vinyl #vinylcollection   #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #thefourtops  #vinyladdict #rankinbass  #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #galegarnett #jeffersonairplane   #extreme  #minnieriperton © ℗ 2025 Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl

In this TVP - Christmas Eve - we "little terrors" of the family each receive the gift of opening only one present before Christmas Day . Plus, a beautiful rendition of O Holy Night by Trombone Shorty. Cheers from here and Happy Holidays!  Alex is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by :1.  "O Holy Night" - Trombone Shorty (lyrics by Placide Cappeau with music by Adolphe Adams) - song written in 1847.#thevinylplayground #TVP #tromboneshorty #oholynight #grinch #vinyl #vinylcollection   #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #vinceguaraldi  #vinyladdict #georgesirving #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #1950spopmusic #theyearwithoutasantaclus  #charlesschultz #filmationanimatedcartoons

In this TVP - A short look (and listen) at 3 classic tunes from 3 classic animated Christmas specials . Plus childhood holiday memories of "picking and choosing" which cartoons to watch. Cheers from here and Happy Holidays!  Alex is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by :1.  "Christmas Time Is Here," from A Charlie Brown Christmas - The Vince Guaraldi Trio (written by V. Guaraldi and L. Mendelson ) - 19652.  "You're A Mean One, Mr. Grinch," from How The Grinch Stole Christmas - Thurl Ravenscroft (written by A. Hague and T. Geisel)  - 19663.  "Heat Miser," from The Year Without A Santa Claus - George S. irving (written by Maury Laws) - 1974#thevinylplayground #TVP #christmastimeishere #acharliebrownchristmas #grinch#thurlravenscroft  #holidaymusic #family #holidayspecials#howthegrinchstolechristmas #heatmiser #vinyl #vinylcollection   #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #vinceguaraldi  #vinyladdict #georgesirving #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #1950spopmusic #theyearwithoutasantaclus  #charlesschultz #filmationanimatedcartoons© ℗ 2024 Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl

In this TVP - A trip to Sears & Roebuck, some history on Eartha Kitt's holiday classic "Santa Baby," and of course, pictures with Santa Claus! Cheers from here and Happy Holidays!  Alex is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by :1.  Santa Baby · Eartha Kitt with Henri Rene and His Orchestra (written by Joan Javits and Philip Springer)℗ Originally released 1953. All rights reserved by RCA Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment#thevinylplayground #TVP #earthakitt #henrirene #santababy#christmasmusic  #holidaymusic #family # #candycanelane#noveltysongs #vinyl #vinylcollection   #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #records #vinyladdict #nowspinning #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #1950spopmusic #grooviegooliescartoon #hannabarberacartoons #filmationanimatedcartoons© ℗ 2024 Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl

In this TVP - A Christmas road trip to Candy Cane Lane, singing dogs, and Uncle's flatulence make for a very difficult "read through" when the mic is on and "live." Apologies for the foul-ups, bleeps, blunders and giggles. Happy Holidays!  Alex is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by :1.  Jingle Bells · Don Charles Presents The Singing Dogs (Composer, Lyricist: Traditional)℗ Originally released 1955. All rights reserved by RCA Records, a division of Sony Music EntertainmentReleased on: 2013-11-19Associated  Performer: Don Charles and the Singing DogsComposer, Lyricist: Traditional#thevinylplayground #TVP #DonCharles #thesingingdogs #jinglebells #christmasmusic  #holidaymusic #family # #candycanelane#noveltysongs #vinyl #vinylcollection   #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #records #vinyladdict #nowspinning #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #1960spopmusic #grooviegooliescartoon #hannabarberacartoons #filmationanimatedcartoons© ℗ 2024 Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl

In this episode -the stories behind the music from: Scooby Doo, George of the Jungle, Fat Albert, Groovie Goolies, and others."Songs In The Key of Cartoon," is a quick look into the history of some of the most beloved cartoon theme songs of the late 60s and early 70s. It also serves as a tribute to the friends with whom I shared "the experience" of schoolyard sing-alongs. This one is for you, guys. Cheers and brotherly love to you.   Grab a big bowl of your favorite surgary cereal. It's cartoon time - let's go! Cheers!  Alex is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. Some of the items you see in these videos and discuss in the podcast are for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by :1.  "George of The Jungle (Theme)" written by Stan Worth and Sheldon Allman, 19672.  "Rise and Shine" from The Flintstones, written by Hoyt Curtain, 19603.  "Tom Slick (Theme)," written by Stan Worth and Sheldon Allman, 19674.  "Super Chicken (Theme)," written by Stan Worth and Sheldon Allman, 19675.  "Spider Man (Theme)," performed by the Billy Van and Laurie Bower Singers (written by Paul Francis Webster and Bob Harris), 19676.  "Speed Racer (Theme)," written by Nobuyoshi Koshobi (music) and Peter Fernandez (lyrics for English translation), 19677.  "Josie and the Pussycats (Theme)," performed by Patrice Holloway (written by Hoyt Curtin, William Hanna, under the pseudonym "Denby Williams," and Joseph Barbera), 19708.  "The New Scooby Doo Movies (Theme)," written by Ted Nichols, 19729.  "Scooby Doo, Where Are You (Theme)," performed by George A. Robertson Jr. (written by David Mook and Ben Raleigh), 196910. "Groovie Goolies and Friends (Theme)," performed by The Monster Trio (written by Richard Delvy, Bob Fournier, and Dick Monta), 197011. "Fat Albert and The Cosby Kids (Theme)," performed by performed by Michael Gray, Kim Carnes, and Edward Fournier (written by Ricky Sheldon and Bob Fournier), 1972 #thevinylplayground #TVP #cartoons #cartoonthemesongs #georgeofthejungle #tomslickcartoon  #superchickencartoon #josieandthepussycatscartoon #speedracercartoon #tvshowthemes #bubblegummussic#vinyl #vinylcollection #fatalbertcartoon  #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #records #vinyladdict #nowspinning #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #1960spopmusic #grooviegooliescartoon #hannabarberacartoons #filmationanimatedcartoons© ℗ 2024 Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl

TVP presents a "Halloween Special," in salute to some of the most beloved and "creepy" music associated with the bizarre, macabre, and strange. Tonight, we'll hear music from: Pink Floyd, Black Sabbath, and Sir George Martin and Orchestra; "slasher flick" John Carpenter's Halloween; Hitchcock's Psycho; stop motion animation classics Mad Monster Party? and The Nightmare Before Christmas; and others. Ready for a good, ol' fashioned "sonic spooking?" Good - let's go! Cheers and "trick or treat!"Alex is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by . . . :1.  "It's The Mummy," by Dyke and the Blazers, 1967, from Mad Monster Party? soundtrack (written by M. Laws and J. Bass)2.  "Echoes," by Pink Floyd, from Meddle, 1971 (written by Mason-Waters-Wright-Gilmour)3.  "This Is Halloween," Danny Elfman, 1993, from The Nightmare Before Christmas (written by D. Elfman)4.  "The Twilight Zone (Theme)", Marius Constant and Orchestra, 1959, CBS Music Library (written by M. Constant)5.  "Night Gallery (Theme)," by Gil Melle, 1970, NBC Music Library (written by Gilbert John Melle)6.  The March of The Blue Meanies, by George Martin and Orchestra, 1968, from the Yellow Submarine soundtrack (written by G. Martin)7.  "Tubular Bells," (aka The Exorcist Theme), by Mike Oldfield, from Tubular Bells, 1973 (written by M. Oldfield)8.  "Halloween (Theme)," from John Carpenter's Halloween soundtrack, 1978 (written by J. Carpenter)9.  "The Murder," Bernard Hermann, 1960, from the film soundtrack "Psycho" (written by B. Hermann)10. "Black Sabbath," Black Sabbath, 1970 from the album Black Sabbath (written by Iommi-Butler-Osbourne-Ward) #thevinylplayground #TVP #halloween #theexorcist #madmonsterparty? #thenightmarebeforechristmas  #stopmotionanimation #PsychoHitchcock #blacksabbath #tvshowthemes #bubblegummussic#vinyl #vinylcollection #johncarpentershalloween  #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #records #vinyladdict #nowspinning #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #1960spopmusic #thenightgallerytvshow© ℗ 2024 Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl

For Halloween, TVP "exhumes and examines" the legendary theme from John Carpenter's Halloween. Exceprt from Episode 10, "Halloween Music Macabre." Cheers from here and Happy Halloween.Alex Oliver is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by :"(Theme from) John Carpenter's Halloween", John Carpenter, 1978 (written by J. Carpenter) #thevinylplayground #TVP #halloween #theexorcist #madmonsterparty? #thenightmarebeforechristmas  #stopmotionanimation #PsychoHitchcock #blacksabbath #tvshowthemes #bubblegummussic#vinyl #vinylcollection #johncarpentershalloween  #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #records #vinyladdict #nowspinning #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #1960spopmusic #thenightgallerytvshow© ℗ 2024 Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl

For Halloween, TVP "exhumes and examines" the legendary theme music for The Twilight Zone television series. Exceprt from Episode 10, "Halloween Music Macabre." Cheers from here and Happy Halloween.Alex Oliver is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by :"The Twilight Zone (Theme)", Marius Constant and Orchestra, 1959, CBS Music Library (written by M. Constant) #thevinylplayground #TVP #halloween #theexorcist #madmonsterparty? #thenightmarebeforechristmas  #stopmotionanimation #PsychoHitchcock #blacksabbath #tvshowthemes #bubblegummussic#vinyl #vinylcollection #vinylcommunity #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #records #vinyladdict #nowspinning #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #1960spopmusic #thenightgallerytvshow© ℗ 2024 Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl

Age 16. High School freshman. Suspended for fighting . . . again. Whether right or wrong, I was stuck in my room for five days, mostly cloaked in a paralyzing fear of, well, virtually everything outside of my control.And mixed in with the fear? Well, there's music from: Simple Minds; The Doors; Van Halen; the "Bridge Over The River Kwai" Soundtrack; Steve Carlisle; The Velvet Underground; and The Partridge Family. Alex Oliver is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplaygroundPlease visit me and check out the family collection inventory of LPs for sale online at:Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083071912149Patreon @ https://www.patreon.com/user?u=92544314No copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.This podcast contains portions of the following songs in The Family Collection:1. Don't You Forget About Me - Simple Minds (written by K. Forsey and Steve Schiff)2. Indian Summer - The Doors (written by The Doors)3. Little Dreamer - Van Halen (written by D. Roth, E. Van Halen, A. Van Halen, M. Anthony)4. Colonel Bogey March - Bridge Over The River Kwai Soundtrack (written by Kenneth J. Allford)5. I Can't Stand It - The Velvet Underground (written by Lou Reed)6. I Think I Love You - The Partridge Family (written by Tony Romeo)7. WKRP In Cincinnati (Main Theme) - Steve Carlisle (written by Tom Wells and Hugh Wilson)HashTags: #thevinylplayground #AllThingsVinyl   #simpleminds ! #thedoors  #lVanHalen #poprockclassics #TheVelvetUnderground #canogapark   #vinylcollection #vinylcommunity #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #records #vinyladdict #nowspinning #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #classicrock The Vinyl Playground Podcast is a production of TriPops Music Production, in association with Trimordial Studio, Las Vegas.© ℗2024All rights reserved

It's Spring, 1985, and there's absolutely no experience like getting punched in one's "manly center of gravity" first thing in the morning at school. At the time, I was studying the music of The Partridge Family. Result? I "tear up" and writhe in pain whenever I hear "I Think I Love You."   (Excerpt from "Ep. 9 - Action Kills Fear")  Cheers, and thank you for your ears. Alex Oliver is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by . . . :1. "I Think I Love You" by The Partridge Family (written by Tony Romeo)The Vinyl PlaygroundHosted by Alex, The Record GuyCome see our vinyl inventory:@discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileAlso find us here:Facebook - @The Vinyl Playground Online Record Store@The Vinyl Playground PodcastInstagram (Meta)@Music Man Alex©2024TriPops Music ProductionIn association with Trimordial Studio, Las VegasCheers and thanks for dropping your needle in this groove!

It's Spring, 1985.  Suspended from school, my fears start to envelope my everyday living. And my moods were dark, and soundtrack'd by the music of The Velvet Underground   (Excerpt from "Episode. 9 - Action Kills Fear")  Cheers, and thank you for your ears. Alex Oliver is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by . . . :1. "I Can't Stand It' by The Velvet Underground (written by Lou Reed)The Vinyl PlaygroundHosted by Alex, The Record GuyCome see our vinyl inventory:@discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileAlso find us here:Facebook - @The Vinyl Playground Online Record Store@The Vinyl Playground PodcastInstagram (Meta)@Music Man Alex©2024TriPops Music ProductionIn association with Trimordial Studio, Las VegasCheers and thanks for dropping your needle in this groove!

It's Spring, 1985, and once again I get suspended from school. Mom's NOT going to like this - time to drown out life with some music by Van Halen.  (Excerpt from "Ep. 9 - Action Kills Fear")  Cheers, and thank you for your ears. Alex Oliver is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by . . . :1. "Little Dreamer' by Van Halen (written by D. Roth, E. Van Halen, A. Van Halen, M. Anthony)The Vinyl PlaygroundHosted by Alex, The Record GuyCome see our vinyl inventory:@discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileAlso find us here:Facebook - @The Vinyl Playground Online Record Store@The Vinyl Playground PodcastInstagram (Meta)@Music Man Alex©2024TriPops Music ProductionIn association with Trimordial Studio, Las VegasCheers and thanks for dropping your needle in this groove!

Fall, 1984 - I was a newly-minted high school freshman, surrounded by the then-current Top 40 (Prince, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Springsteen, Cyndi Lauper, etc.). My ear, however was tuned to the music of nearly 20 years earlier - the music of the 1960s. And mixed in with the music? First love. First kiss. Last suspension from high school. Yup - lots of firsts, plus music from Wham!, The Doors, Ennio Morricone, Band Aid, Love, Pink Floyd, Buffalo Springfield and Gary Puckett and the Union Gap. Alex Oliver is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplaygroundPlease visit me and check out the family collection inventory of LPs for sale online at Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083071912149No copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.This podcast contains portions of the following songs in The Family Collection:1. Wake Me Up Before You Go Go -Wham! (written by G. Michael)2. You're Lost, Little Girl - The Doors (written by The Doors)3. Orange Skies - Love (written by Bryan Maclean)4. A Pillow of Winds - Pink Floyd (written by R. Waters and D. Gilmour)5. Lady Willpower - Gary Puckett and the Union Gap (written by Jesse Fuller)6. Do The Know It's Christmas - Band Aid (written by Midge Ure and Bob Geldof)7. Merry Go Round - Buffalo Springfield (written by R. Furay)8. (Theme from) The Good, The Bad and the Ugly - written and performed by Ennio Morricone9. 7 and 7 Is - Love (written by Arthur Lee)HashTags: #thevinylplayground #AllThingsVinyl   #Wham! #thedoors  #lovetheband #poprockclassics #pinkfloyd  #garypuckett  #buffalospringfield   #enniomorriconemusic  #canogaparkhighschool  #vinylcollection #vinylcommunity #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #records #vinyladdict #nowspinning #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #classicrock60s #ChicagoTheBandThe Vinyl Playground Podcast is a production of TriPops Music Production, in association with Trimordial Studio, Las Vegas.© ℗2024All rights reserved

AKA "Love and the Campus Fuzz," this is a 45-second segment of upcoming TVP Episode 8 - HS Freshman: First Love. Cheers!Alex is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by . . . 1.  Love - 7 And 7 Is (composed by Arthur Lee)The Vinyl PlaygroundHosted by Alex, The Record GuyCome see our vinyl inventory atdiscogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileAlso find us at:Instagram and Facebook©2024TriPops Music ProductionIn association with Trimordial Studio, Las VegasCheers and thanks for dropping your needle in this groove!

Fast recollection of the afterglow following my first kiss, freshman year high shcool, 1984. It was a doozy - and part of me is still "stuck on stupid." Cheers!Alex Oliver is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs by . . . :1. A Pillow of Winds" - Pink Floyd, 1971 (composed by R. Waters and D. Gilmour)2. Lady Willpower - Gary Puckett and the Union Gap, 1968 (composed by Jery Fuller).The Vinyl PlaygroundHosted by Alex, The Record GuyCome see our vinyl inventory atdiscogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileAlso find us at:Instagram and Facebook©2024TriPops Music ProductionIn association with Trimordial Studio, Las VegasCheers and thanks for dropping your needle in this groove!

Episode 4: The Crest of a New Wave. I recount, recall, and remember some of the first "new" music I heard via radio and television in 1979 - 1981. This included music by Blondie, Elvis Costello & The Attractions, The Police, and Pretenders. The Vinyl Playground Podcast takes a look at a rather large collection of records, my family's record collection. 12 record collectors under the same roof, and the music we collectively bought between 1936 and 1987.Alex Oliver, aka Music Man Alex, aka Alex the Record Guy, is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs:1.  "Whip It" by Devo2.  "Heart of Glass" by Blondie3.  "Radio Radio" by Elvis Costello and the Attractions4.  "Message In A Bottle" by the Police5.  "Brass In Pocket (I'm Special)" by Pretenders6.  "Tattooed Love Boys" by Pretenders7.  "Message In A Bottle" by The Police8.  "Ashes To Ashes" by David Bowie9.  "Bad Reputation" by Joan Jett and The Blackhearts10."Sunny Afternoon" by The Kinks

This episode focuses primarily on my discovery of 1960s pop music, as a 12 / 13 year old in early 1980s Los Angeles. Music by The Dave Clark 5, Spanky and Our Gang, John Fred, Neil Diamond, The Kinks, and The Animals. Alex is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profileNo copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.Includes portions of the following songs:1. "Try Too Hard" (D Clark - M. Smith) performed by The Dave Clark Five2.  "Like To Get To Know You (Stuart Scharf) performed by Spanky and Our Gang3.  "Wear Your Love Like Heaven" (D. Leitch) performed by Donovan4. "Cherry Cherry" (N. Diamond) performed by Neil Diamond5.  "Victoria" (R. D. Davies) performed by The Kinks6.  "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood (Benjamin - Marcus - Caldwell) by The Animals7.  "Judy in Disguise (With Glasses (Fred - Bernard) by John Fred and His Playboy BandHashTags: #thevinylplayground #daveclark5 #spankyandourgang   #1960sPopMusic #judyindisguise #johnfred #poprockclassics#classicbsides #neildiamond  #donovan #bubblegummussic#vinyl #vinylcollection #vinylcommunity #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #records #vinyladdict #nowspinning #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #1960spopmusic #93KHJ© ℗ 2023 TriPops Music Production, in association with Trimordial Studio, Las Vegas, Nevada

1982. Age 13. Junior high school. Teenage love. Friendship, and betrayal. Acne, and more record money for vinyl LPs. It's a story as old as time - love "short circuits" the brain of young man. The musical soundscape of the times included songs by J. Geils Band; Human League, The Righteous Brothers, Patti Austin (with James Ingram); The Who; The Isley Brothers, The Undisputed Truth; Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers; and Steve Miller Band. Music does, indeed, "save." Cheers.Alex is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplaygroundPlease visit me and check out the family collection inventory of LPs for sale online at Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083071912149No copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.This podcast contains portions of the following songs in The Family Collection:1. "Centerfold" by the J. Geils Band, 1981, from the EMI America / Capitol Records album Freeze Frame.2.  "Soul and Inspiration" by The Righteous Brothers, 1966, from the Verve Records album of the same name.3.  "Don't You Want Me" by Human League, 1981, from their album Dare, A&M Records4.  "Baby, Come To Me" by Patti Austin (with James Ingram), 1981, from Every Home Should Have One, Quest Records5.  "Pictures of Lily" by The Who, 1967, from Meaty, Beaty, Big and Bouncy (1971), MCA Records6.  "For The Love of You" by The Isley Brothers, 1975, from The Heat Is On, T-Neck label. 7.  "Smiling Faces Sometimes" by The Undisputed Truth, 1971, Motown Records, Gordy label. 8.  "You Got Lucky" by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers, 1982, from the album Long After Dark, MCA Records9.  "Abracadabra" by Steve Miller Band, 1982, from the album of the same name, Capitol RecordsHashTags: #thevinylplayground #AllThings1970s   #thewho #stevemillerband #tompetty #poprockclassics #jgeilsband #pattiaustin  #humanleague  #righteousbrothers #vinylrecords  #vinylcollection #vinylcommunity #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #records #vinyladdict #nowspinning #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #classicrock60sThe Vinyl Playground Podcast is a production of TriPops Music Production, in association with Trimordial Studio, Las Vegas.© ℗2024All rights reserved

Summer, 1978. Age 9. My family movies, and I get my first glimpse of "it" - the family record collection. At the time, it was 42 years worth of collecting. Be prepared to share memories and my varied musical soundscape of the times: songs by Frankie Valli, Gerry Rafferty; Tower of Power, The Beach Boys; Lambert, Hendricks and Ross, Chicago and Santana. Music does indeed "save." Cheers.Alex Oliver is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplaygroundPlease visit me and check out the family collection inventory of LPs for sale online at Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083071912149No copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.This podcast contains portions of the following songs in The Family Collection:"Grease," performed by Frankie Valli, from the motion picture soundtrack Grease, RSO Records, 1978"The Skunk, The Goose, and The Fly," Tower of Power, from their debut album East Bay Grease, 1970, Fillmore Records"What Is Hip," Tower of Power, from their third, self-named album Tower of Power, 1973. Warner Bros. Records"Introduction," Chicago, from their debut album The Chicago Transit Authority, 1969, Columbia Records"Don't Let It Get You Down," The Crusaders, from their album Second Crusade, Blue Thumb Records, 1973"Spinning Wheel," Blood, Sweat and Tears, from their self-titled second album, Columbia Records, 1968"Oy Como Va," Santana, from their second album, Abraxas, Columbia Records, 1970"Let's Get It On," Marvin Gaye, from the album Let's Get It On, Motown Records, Tamla label, 1973"The Warmth Of The Sun," The Beach Boys, from Shut Down Vol 2, Capitol Records, 1963"Gimme That Wine," Lambert Hendricks, and Ross, from The Hottest New Group In Jazz, Columbia Records 1959"Baker Street," Gerry Rafferty, from the album City To City, United Artists Records, 1978HashTags: #thevinylplayground #AllThingsVinyl   #thebeachboys #bloodsweat&tears #gerryrafferty #poprockclassics #jazzvocalists #LambertHenricksRoss  #santana  #towerofpower #greasethemovie  #vinylcollection #vinylcommunity #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #records #vinyladdict #nowspinning #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #classicrock60s #ChicagoTheBandThe Vinyl Playground Podcast is a production of TriPops Music Production, in association with Trimordial Studio, Las Vegas.© ℗2024All rights reserved