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Yes – ‘Tales From Topographic Oceans’ Album Review | Logan Sounds Off

Today on Logan Sounds Off, I am going to be sharing an album review of ‘Tales From Topographic Oceans’ by the progressive rock band Yes.

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4 suites in one record!

Yes’s ‘Tales From Topographic Oceans’ is a record that is relatively new to me, as the first time I heard it was when my father bought me the record. From the first time I heard it I was intrigued for a multitude of reasons, and I still am.

I think what stands out to me is that although on TFTO there are very long songs (20 min), they are jam packed full of different aspects and running motifs that make it so interesting as a listening experience. It is a very thorough and full record that through long passages reflects on itself and it’s past passages.

TALES FROM TOPOGRAPHIC OCEANS - YES

The themes developed, whether fun and playful or harsh and mysterious, are interesting, and show how diverse Yes’s musicality and creativity is. I think there are also a spiritual aspect to the album… primarily towards the back end of the record.

On the final track Ritual (Nous Sommes De Soleil – We Are The Sun), is not only a traditionally quirky and interesting track like most prog is – like the title, Ritual has some spiritual aspects which make it a satisfying and as well as this provocative ending.

I think while mentioning provocative, we have to understand how interesting and provoking this record is, with musical tones such as soaring sounds like the pedal steel guitar we hear, or the harsh stabs that pierce the beauty and really throw us around. This record has a lot of different sounds – which makes sense, given that the album is 4 epics in around 120 minutes.

Overall, this record is an interesting record that I loved to listen to, and I think any prog or experimental fans would enjoy, and in general most music fans.

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Stephen O’Malley – But remember what you have had Album Review

Today on Logan Sounds Off I am sharing an album review of ‘But remember what you have had’ by Stephen O’Malley. Stephen O’Malley is an American musician who is also a member of the famous drone metal/experimental duo sunn o))).

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Dissonance and assonance…

Stephen O’Malley is an outstanding artist, because his experimentation in the fields of drone as well as avant-garde music is something to behold. This stands true on his latest studio album ‘But remember what you have had’ as this album is a fantastic listen. Stephen establishes dissonance and assonance, and weaves them together spectacularly.

I found this album to be a particularly interesting listen, because as pieces go, it is quite long at a monolithic (by some standards) 34 minutes, however as an ‘album’ experience, this is a short yet thorough performance, that is dense and easy to explore – which is really cool.

Credit: Stephen’s Bandcamp: https://stephenomalley.bandcamp.com/album/but-remember-what-you-have-had

As someone who has recently been intrigued by not only Stephen’s work as a solo musician, but as a musician as a whole, I am very interested in this album, because it both showcases Stephen’s drone metal sound like when playing with the group sunn o))) (Stephen and Greg Anderson) as well as different aspects of his creativity showcased on music like the new single from his upcoming studio album.

Although this is a long song, I feel like it is an amazing listen, as it develops into many different parts, such as the deep ambience at the opening moments of Side A, to the darkness and sheen to the final notes, that although absent of echo, do echo in your mind.

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I can’t describe any emotions regarding this album, as it is so diverse, however I will say this album goes between warmth and harshness, as well as beauty and confusion. It is a really strange but approachable piece that I think does need to be listened to by music fans, as we can learn a lot from Stephen’s amazing skill of capturing the precise moment to either let the drone churn, or to throw us another curve ball.

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Nomeansno – Wrong Album Review

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Today I am excited to be sharing my review of the album Wrong. It has recently gotten a repress over at AT, so I was very happy to be bought (by my Dad) Wrong, on standard black vinyl in Spindizzy Records. I also came home to an email telling me Sex Mad was getting a repress, so I was very happy about that too!

In all it’s glory…

The cool vinyl package comes with a digital download code and a lyric sheet. I loved being able to look at this incredible album in the flesh, and get my teeth into the absolute grime of some of it!

The album sounds amazing and is iconic, but it was even better on vinyl, especially for someone who is such a massive fan of Nomeansno and AT.

Well done to AT for getting this repress out!

My first introduction to Nomeansno was some of the tracks of The People’s Choice comp, and then I didn’t listen to them for a couple of years. I rediscovered them while on holidays in Fermanagh by that same comp, and I discovered the approaching repress (at the time) on the AT website for Wrong.

From there it has been a bit of a journey, but I now have in my possession this incredible album, and hopefully I will be able to pick up Sex Mad too. I haven’t heard much of that album (as it isn’t officially on streaming) yet, but soon it shall!

Coming soon to AT!

I love the song Revenge of the album, and that B-side sold out pretty quick, so unfortunately I won’t have that on wax till Sex Mad comes to the EU (as AT doesn’t have a Europe retailer). In this episode of Logan Sounds Off, I talk about the vinyl package, as well as the music and my overall thoughts.

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Johnny Cash – At Folsom Prison Album Review

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Johnny Cash – “At Folsom Prison” Album Review

In this episode of Logan Sounds Off, I am reviewing “At Folsom Prison” by Johnny Cash. My Dad bought this vinyl for me at The Record Rack.

In this album review, I discuss the tracklist of the album, and the impact or story of each track. I also mention Johnny Cash’s features with June Carter, who is an amazing singer.

I found it amazing to listen to such a raw and creatively recorded album, it is magnificent.

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Guerilla Toss’s New Album “You’re Weird Now” – New tracks, blue vinyl release and more!

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Guerilla Toss – You’re Weird Now Album Review

Today I am ecstatic to be sharing an album review of the latest studio album “You’re Weird Now” by Gilded ALM. I received this blue vinyl copy from Gilded ALM, so thanks to Gilded ALM for sending this vinyl on to me! It’s a really cool pressing – and I love the colourway! As a vinyl nerd, I have to say this record looks amazing in person, and it suits the record: a weird colour for a weird album (I say affectionately)!

Guerilla Toss – “You’re Weird Now” album cover

I didn’t know about the album “You’re Weird Now” or the band Guerilla Toss until I received this vinyl, so I didn’t know what music I was getting into! It was exciting to be delighted by a new band on my first listen. The album was a handful, especially if you are a new fan. It grew on me though!

Guerilla Toss – “You’re Weird Now” tracklist

First off the bat – you will be weird after you listen to this – in the best way possible. This album is so quirky, cool and strange – in the best way possible. With songs like “Life’s A Zoo” (adequatly titled) and “Psychosis Is Just A Number”, we can really sense the funky electronic vibes on this album, along with many other genres – it’s giving so many different genres at once it is insane! Again, more proof that “You’re Weird Now” is unapologetically weird. I think that is one of the coolest types of music that can be put out – music that is just personal and of course, fun.

Guerilla Toss – “You’re Weird Now” blue vinyl

Guerilla Toss ticks a lot of the boxes for me. Although it may not be for everyone, it is for me. I strongly recommend this album to anyone who wants to listen to something light-hearted, fun and interesting. I am excited to hear what Guerilla Toss do in the future.

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Rich(ard) Dawson – End Of The Middle

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Today I am excited to be sharing my review of “End Of The Middle” by Richard Dawson.

Rich(ard) Dawson – End Of The Middle Album Review

In this review, I delve into my favourite parts of this album. For me personally, I really enjoy it for multiple reasons; it’s tone, sound as well as musicianship. That may encompass everything on the album, yes, but individually I think they are all so different in so many ways.

Richard Dawson - End Of The Middle album review
One of the coolest (and simplest) LP packages!

For example, Richard has a tone that I think most people don’t. He is creative, inspired and always tries to sound like himself, which seems to me, effortlessly. This brutal honesty, perhaps? really works well on this album, because of it’s homely feel. Like on songs like Gondola – referencing TV shows! A Place In The Sun, Cash In The Attic… genius.

As well as this, we find humourous lyrics, that aren’t ment to be. For example? Bolt. “Dad’s in the bathtub, singing”. Things like that make this album feel so real. More than real. Just like the song “More than real”, where it describes such incredible, unfathomable things, that apply not only to family situations (or more generations, to be correct while regarding this album), but to modern life, in most, if not all situations.

Richard Dawson
Rich Dawson

I think what really impacts me regarding Dawson, is his openness. His ability to make difficult experiences (e.g. Bullies, The question), into beautiful, meaningful aspects of life to be embraced – like on Bullies – a bullied kid grows up to have a kid who gets involves in scraps. The final lyric? “I know you have, a good heart”. Woah. What an impactful statement. Rich is a master of not only the language, but also the sound of this magnificent, imperfect, homely, sad, happy, moody, optimistic album. It’s a lot. I hope you like it.

Check his music out live when he comes to Ireland! (link down below, as of November 2025)

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Richard Dawson’s website: https://richarddawson.net/

Rich with ØXN at the NCH (Nov 2025 concert): https://www.nch.ie/all-events-listing/perspectives-oxn-richard-dawson-nov25/

Lifeguard – “Ripped And Torn” Album Review

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Today on my podcast Logan Sounds Off, I am very excited to review the debut album by Lifeguard: “Ripped And Torn”.

Hailing from Chicago, Lifeguard’s new album is a bold cut; filled with emotion, vibrancy and above all – pure passion. This album is a magnificent work of art, not only because it artistically is something that can be admired, but can also serve another purpose, being provocative.

I think that Lifeguard are such an interesting band to listen to, and are amazing to get inspired from too!

Thanks to Gilded ALM for sending me this LP!

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Chumbawamba – Slap!

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Today on my podcast Logan Sounds Off, I am going to be reviewing the alternative rock album “Slap!” by Chumbawamba.

Chumbawamba – Slap! Album Review

Today I am going to be reviewing on of my favourite records in my collection: Slap! by Chumbawamba.

This is an incredible record, for multiple different reasons. I think for me as a younger listener, when I was first introduced to it, I was shocked by the stunning musicianship, and really great expressive moments across the record. As a newbie to experimental music, sampling, a big band and such, this was super new to me, and really, just a bit of a blast of new information that I loved.

Not only was the music inspiring on this album, but the abrasive lyricism, about political moments and figures was very impactful on me, especially as someone who is a massive political punk fan.

This brought me to discover new movements both in music and politics. Unlike most albums, this album has remained interesting and new the entire time I have been listening to it. This is a true feat.

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Honestly, Slap! is a very underated album. I would love to spread the amazing message that this record brings. This albums really just makes alternative and political music so easy to get into, with amazing stretched across this album that makes it sound great, and so fun to listen to, even though there are some very politically infused moments that reference horrific moments and/or figures and their actions, and their actions’ consequences.

This overall is one of the best records I have ever heard. I would strongly recommend you check it out, and love it just as much as I do, for it is a dynamic masterpiece that expresses artistic creativity, as well as pure human emotion.

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Lankum – Live In Dublin Album Review

I review Live In Dublin by Lankum on Logan Sounds Off. Live In Dublin is an incredible and stunning album of both vibrancy of colour, that is not only exceptional in the experimental, but also in the factor of being accessible.

Lankum – Live In Dublin Album Review

In this episode of Logan Sounds Off, I am reviewing “Live In Dublin” by Lankum; an incredible live album that is stunning in both musicianship and emotion.

I review the live album "Live In Dublin" by Traditional Irish band Lankum on Logan Sounds Off.
Lankum – Live In Dublin

This is a fantastic release that I thoroughly enjoyed listening to, for many different reasons. One that I do think deserves attention is the fact that, as a Lankum fan, I got to discover different insights into these songs, and the live sound that accompanies them, and how this rawness can make the emotion more real, especially when it is recorded with such zeal, such as on this record, with references to stepping behind the curtain, as well as panto chants from both the crowd and the band. That is what makes it a magical experience.

Along with that, this is even more apparent if it’s noticed that in less that a brief time before the release of this album, we explored through another Lankum album – False Lankum. This was a double album that explored many different types of musicianship, tones, genres as well as overall emotions. This being recognised in the studio as well as live allows the listener to thoroughly enjoy the songs even more by hearing some of the vocals in a more open setting instead of a studio. In now way am I diminishing studio albums, I am merely expressing how having live releases between studio albums can compliment the live shows as well as the original album.

I review Lankum's "Live In Dublin"
Lankum

Overall, as a fan and a reviewer, this album ticked all the boxes.

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Lankum’s Live In Dublin Album Review

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False Lankum Album Review:

Interview with Lankum:

Interview with Lankum’s Radie Peat & Daragh Lynch

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Declan O’ Rourke – Kyabram With Kisses XX

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Declan O’ Rourke – Kyabram With Kisses XX Album Review

In this episode of Logan Sounds Off, I am reviewing “Kyabram With Kisses XX” by Declan O’ Rourke. This was released for Record Store Day 2025, and contains demos as well as studio dialogue and more from Declan’s album “Since Kyabram”.

Reviewing "Kyabram With Kisses XX" by Declan O' Rourke, released for Record Store Day 2025
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It was really cool to be given a copy of this new Record Store Day pressing by Anthem Vinyl, the new Irish pressing plant, which pressed this record.

I had the pleasure of being given a tour of the new premises, and how the vinyl pressing process worked. I always had a vague idea, but to see the plant in person was very cool. It was amazing to be able to listen to an album that I had seen where it had been pressed.

In this review I discuss the different aspects of this album and how it contrasts to the original record – Since Kyabram. Does the studio dialogue add more context? Yes. Do the demos give you more insight into the original tracks? Obviously! Are the covers necessary? Without a doubt. The covers add more aspects to the album, whether it’s Paul Weller’s magnificent cover of Galileo, or whether it is Imelda May adding her own vibrancy to the amazing “Love Is The Way”. The demos compliment the tracks, and give way more context and insight into the songwriting process. Speaking of context, the studio dialogue allows us to hear between the grooves. What was happening in the room like when Declan commenting on the track.

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Declan O’ Rourke

For someone who is new to Declan’s music, this album got me into Since Kyabram, and both albums compliment each other perfectly. Thank you to Anthem Vinyl, Declan O’ Rourke, Paul Weller, Imelda May as well as all the other incredible people who made this album happen!

Thanks to Anthem Vinyl for giving me a copy of the vinyl.

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Reviewing “Kyabram With Kisses XX” by Declan O’ Rourke

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Shabaka – Perceive Its Beauty, Acknowledge Its Grace

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Today on Logan Sounds Off I am going to be sharing a review of Percieve Its Beauty, Acknowlege Its Grace.

Shabaka – Percieve Its Beauty, Acknowledge Its Grace Album Review

This vinyl was gifted to me by Gary Kehoe, at Rollercoaster Records who has appeared as a guest on Logan Sounds Off before. Before receiving the album, I didn’t know the music of Shabaka but I was stunned by the incredible work that was created on this record.

Shabaka

This album sounds organic, vast, and overall has a depth to it that is unmatched by most other albums, especially jazz. I speak about that depth here, as well as some of my favourite tracks.

As a big fan of jazz music, especially experimental, I loved to hear this amazing album, as Shabaka and his guests on this album craft some of the best songs I have ever heard my life, and that is not just in the genre of jazz.

The outlook that is expressed on this album on amazing topics is both objective, as well as expressive. This may sound like a dense album to get into, but the beauty of this record is that it is so accesible, while at the same time maintaining the rare feature of being multidimensional.

This record is amazing, and I would strongly recommend that you pick it up on vinyl, because it sounds amazing on a speaker. I felt enveloped and wrapped in a tone created on this record. I think that in itself proves how amazing this album is.

Shabaka

I say this is a great album, but not in the normal sense. This really struck a chord that I haven’t explored before in jazz. The rawness is what adds to this track, the amazing simplicity, and yet complexity that us, as listeners find in this album.

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Viagra Boys – viagr aboys

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Today, on Logan Sounds Off, I am sharing an thoughts on the album viagr aboys by Viagra Boys. I delve into the entire track list as well as sharing my experience seeing Viagra Boys live!

viagr aboys Album Review

Today on Logan Sounds Off, I am reviewing one of my favourite albums of the year so far, “viagr aboys” by Viagra Boys!

Viagra Boys - viagr aboys album review
“viagr aboys” on Standard Black Vinyl

I got to see Viagra Boys live, and they were amazing! I got to meet the band before the show, and they were very kind, and they gave me a copy of the album, signed and personalised!

I have been a big fan of Viagra Boys since Joshua Homme of Queens Of The Stone Age recommended me their music in my interview with him in 2023!

Since then I have been discovering their music, with iconic tracks such as “Sports” and “Slow Learner” off their debut LP Street Worms, to Amy Taylor of Amyl & The Sniffers featuring on a John Prine cover called “In Spite Of Ourselves” on their second album “Welfare Jazz”, and their highly conceptual, avant-garde and brilliant third album “Cave World”, which I also reviewed here (links down below!) on Logan Sounds Off.

I was very impressed with the incredible lyricism and fun sounds of the opening single “Man Made Of Meat”, the simplicity of “Uno II” and the explosivity of “The Bog Body”, so I was very excited to hear the album!

Thanks to Viagra Boys for giving a copy of the album!

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My interview with Sebastian Murphy

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Josh Homme Interview | Logan Sounds Off
Viagra Boys – Cave World Album Review | Logan Sounds Off

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Viagra Boys Cave World Album Review

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Christopher Cross – Christopher Cross

Today, on Logan Sounds Off, I am reviewing Christopher Cross’s self-titled album, Christopher Cross.

I love this album because it has an incredible sound, amazing musicianship, and I love the sound that Christopher establishes on this album!

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Sleaford Mods – UK GRIM Album Review

On todays episode of Logan Sounds Off, I am excited to be sharing my review of the latest studio album from the iconic and bold hip hop duo Sleaford Mods! This album is really cool and I loved listening!

Sleaford Mods

In this episode, I go through the vocal styles, amazing beats, fantastic lyricism and more in the music, as well as the vinyl pressing that was sent to me by Gilded ALM!

UK GRIM Vinyl

You can listen to my review here or via the YouTube video linked below:

Sleaford Mods

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Dinosaur Jr. – Farm (Deluxe Edition) Album Review

Farm is an incredible album. It is both dynamic and gritty, while maintaining a unique, raw and deep flow that is fun to listen to and explore, through the album’s walls and layers of intense musicianship, that is unmatched by any other rock band out there.

Farm (Delixe Edition) Vinyl Pressing

In this episode, I discuss Farm, the deluxe edition’s bonus tracks, the album cover, my track highlight, my rating as well as my favourite things about the vinyl and the album.

Dinosaur Jr.

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Listen to my track highlight – “Plans”:

Jello Biafra with D.O.A. – Last Scream Of The Missing Neighbours

Today I am sharing my review of “Last Scream Of The Missing Neighbors” by Jello Biafra with D.O.A., one of my favourite punk albums ever.

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“Look Over The Wall, See The Sky” by John Francis Flynn

John Francis Flynn – Look Over The Wall, See The Sky Album Review

Today I am sharing a review of the folk album “Look Over The Wall, See The Sky” by John Francis Flynn.

John Francis Flynn – Look Over The Wall, See The Sky

Earlier in the year, I got to discuss his latest album, as well as his live concerts, what his inspirations were growing up, as well as a new project coming soon.

One Of John’s Tours

After talking to him about the album, I am excited to share my review of the album, and why I love it, and it’s differences between other traditional irish music being released out there.

You can listen here or via the YouTube link below:

John Francis Flynn – Look Over The Wall, See The Sky Album Review

Some episodes mentioned in this album review:

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Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/jffdublin⁠

YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO0DijZn3wKR5hWU8ZB84ZA⁠

Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Fk7AKTOKr4iB3Xth93KHX?autoplay=true⁠

YouTube Music: ⁠https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCWR5bsoSZiUuHgK0YqHaD0w⁠

Apple Music: ⁠https://music.apple.com/ie/artist/john-francis-flynn/1227627860⁠

Deezer: ⁠https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/135500012⁠

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Apple Music: ⁠https://music.apple.com/ie/artist/skippers-alley/1482680100⁠

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Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/SkippersAlleyBand/⁠

Soundcloud: ⁠https://soundcloud.com/skippers-alley⁠

Some useful links for River Lea Records:

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RiverLeaRecords/

Prefab Sprout – From Langley Park To Memphis Album Review

Prefab Sprout are well known for the unique sound and amazing approach to making music, and so I picked out for this weeks album review; From Langley Park To Memphis by Prefab Sprout.

This is an iconic album, starting off with some mind blowing songs, including The King Of Rock ‘N’ Roll, which was my gateway into their discography. Since then, songs such as “When Love Breaks Down” have become some of my favourite songs.

It is hard to deny the impact that Prefab Sprout have had on the music community, and even though they are known as pop, there is something much more experimental about Prefab Sprout than a lot of past pop groups.

You can listen to my album review here or via the YouTube video linked below:

Some useful links:

Website: https://prefabsprout.tmstor.es/
Listen: https://smarturl.it/PrefabSSpotify?IQid=PrefabSTKORNR

Neil Young – After The Gold Rush

In this album review, I discuss the many themes that Neil Young discovers and thoroughly explores in his third studio album After The Gold Rush, a rock masterpiece that delves into both melancholic and hopeful tones.

Neil Young

Through interesting french horn solos, and amazing backup vocals, this is a fantastic album that I am excited to share with you all here.

After The Gold Rush

You can listen here or watch via the YouTube Video linked below:

Some useful links:

Listen to After The Gold Rush: https://neilyoungarchives.com/album?id=A_010

Listen to Fu##in’ Up: https://neilyoungarchives.com/album?id=A_141

Listen to Neil Young: https://neilyoungarchives.com/welcome

Jerry Fish feat. May Kay – Dreaming of Daniel

Today I am reviewing the album “Dreaming of Daniel” by Jerry Fish, featuring the fantastic voice of May Kay.

Jerry Fish feat. May Kay – Dreaming of Daniel

I had the pleasure of getting to meet both Jerry and May Kay at Merchy Christmas in December 2024, and Jerry was very kind as he bought me his new album!

Meeting Jerry Fish!

We had a great conversation on its inspiration, meaning and more! After now having a lot of time with the record, I am excited to share my review here!

Jerry Fish

You can listen to my review here or via the YouTube video linked below:

Dreaming of Daniel Album Review

Some useful links for Jerry Fish:

Website: https://jerry-fish.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VivaJerryFish/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vivajerryfish/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv0pJzMvNxq8YvLqZQm-fDw

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/vivajerryfish

Some useful links for May Kay:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3OalRjoYt3pFvLf8u37QFI?autoplay=true

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ie/artist/maykay/927898913

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Linktree: https://linktr.ee/maykay

The Pogues – Rum, Sodomy & The Lash

Rum, Sodomy & the Lash is one of my favourite albums. It is dynamic in it’s multitudes of stories and morals, and Rum Sodomy & The Lash has some of the best musicians to ever step into the recording studio.

Rum Sodomy & The Lash by The Pogues

Produced by the iconic Elvis Costello, this album takes a new form in this modern age, as at the moment, trad music is becoming particularly popular in this day and age.

The Pogues’ upcoming tour

I always love listening to this album, and recenly I got to see The Pogues live in December playing with many guests, some of which I interviewed (which are linked below!) and the concert was amazing. I even got to see a couple of songs of this album live!

You can listen to my review here or via the YouTube video below:

People who I interviewed who played with The Pogues:

John Francis Flynn:

Lankum:

The Scratch:

The Mary Wallopers:

Some useful links for The Pogues:

Website: http://www.pogues.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvfcW8XVa2Kj802P4l302Yw

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ThePoguesBand

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ThePoguesOfficial/

Tickets for Rum, Sodomy & The Lash: https://tix.to/ThePogues

Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thepoguesofficial?xmt=AQGzdvOt46lC4KdeXT42n5jl8eZZDMYTF55hi38_Y0bWkQ4

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2wzMOQwNT6ZvVB4amvhFAH?si=QeGnnvSCRZ-RefzHKY1ugw

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Poguetry

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/the-pogues/14750200

Some useful links for Warner Music:

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The Police – Zenyatta Mondatta Album Review

Today I am excited to share the latest album review on Logan Sounds Off, Zenyatta Mondatta by The Police.

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This album is not only iconic in it’s unique style of musicianship, album cover and lyricism, but this album is inspirational in many ways, including it’s intense fast paced tracks, such as “Canary In A Coalmine”, or very strange and experimental tracks such as “When The World Is Running Down, You Make The Best Of What’s Still Around”.

The Police

In this episode, I discuss my favourite points on the album, lyricism, dynamics, my favourite tracks as well as so much more. If you are knew to this album, I also have a guide for those new to the album, and where to start diving in.

You can listen to my album review here or via the YouTube link below:

The Police – Zenyatta Mondatta Album Review

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This Is The Kit – Careful Of Your Keepers

Careful of Your Keepers is This Is The Kit’s most stunning, captivating and abnormally larger than life record thats vastness and utter tranquility is inspiring in it’s simplest form.

This Is The Kit – Careful Of Your Keepers

I love this album because I feel like I can listen to it whenever I want, whether I am walking to school, doing my homework, or relaxing in the evening.

Kate and I chatting before her gig at Kilkenny Arts Festival 2024

You can listen to my review here or via the YouTube video linked below:

Some episodes previously mentioned in this video:

Interview with Gary Kehoe
Interview with Kate Stables

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Website: https://titk.cargo.site/

Stream and/or buy Careful Of Your Keepers: https://thisisthekit.ffm.to/carefulofyourkeepers

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Porridge Radio – Waterslide, Diving Board, Ladder To The Sky

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I loved listening to this amazing indie album by Porridge Radio. It was really cool, and was so dynamic, with it being indie and alternative, as well as transitioning between multiple textures, such as warmth, vulnerability and a brutal rawness that is just unheard in other albums.

The album’s front cover

As a new band to me, I was delighted to discover the unique sound of Porridge and what they have to offer. Thanks to Gilded ALM for sending me this album.

The band

You can listen to my review here or via the YouTube link below:

Some previous videos mentioned in this album review:

Look what I got from Gilded ALM: https://youtu.be/pr4Fn5BiS50?si=JzpIdLFKjGl_X1Et

Count Basie and his Orchestra – April In Paris Album Review: https://youtu.be/nZU4DeBelgE?si=ytv5oSt2TvVSsAGQ

Some useful links for Porridge Radio:

Website: https://porridgeradio.com/?lang=en_GB

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/porridgeradio

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porridgeradi0

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmLu3RDa3Md-y9aAbU1sHPA

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/porridgeradio?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaa1BvPkuQS9MTBBSNQgtJ-n8u2ENXIdaLr4q4A9Er1O1TPOTr6NB14a-Ek_aem_EYpFe-DqfXlN-RUTHoMaAA

Stream “Waterslide, Diving Board, Ladder To The Sky” by Porridge Radio: https://porridgeradio.ffm.to/waterslide-diving-board-ladder-to-the-sky

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Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/label/secretly-canadian/1543972612

The Blue Nile – A Walk Across The Rooftops

Today I am reviewing the classic album A Walk Across The Rooftops by The Blue Nile. The incredible band The Blue Nile are very underated, so I am delighted to illuminate my thoughts on this fantastic record.

The Blue Nile – A Walk Across The Rooftops
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The Courettes – Boom! Dynamite

The Courettes, also known as The Fabulous Courettes have an unheard sound that captures something amazing, that although undecipherable, there is something about their sound that is familiar, and quite amazing and that is where the “fabulous” comes in!

The Courettes – Boom! Dynamite Album Art

With it’s amazing sound, fun lyricism and warm tone, The Courettes are beautiful, and are fun to listen to anytime. The Courettes write songs that feel modern, and yet from a different generation as well!

The Courettes

Thank you to Gary at Rollercoaster Records for recommending me this incredible album, and exposing to me one of my new favourite bands! I would strongly recommend this album to anyone who are new to The Courettes, just like I was.

The very limited edition pressing of this album on vinyl.

You can listen to my review here or via the YouTube video linked below:

The Courettes Album Review

Some links mentioned in this podcast:

Rollercoaster Records Website: https://rollercoasterrecordskk.com/

Some useful links for The Courettes:

Website: https://www.thecourettes.com/

Shop: https://shop.damagedgoods.co.uk/artists/the-courettes

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thecourettes

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6WgWgrr6uzaekOZjXYKD2E

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ie/artist/the-courettes/1021964828

YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UC2AT_ll7q5rw5wqqD8oLnNg

Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/8546644

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecourettes

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courettes/

Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thecourettes?xmt=AQGzGHVEAFVZsl9qMdW74uQD-WrrO1zTqOBjCsz3bbAg9h8

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thecourettes

Some useful links for Damaged Goods Records:

Website: https://damagedgoods.co.uk/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Damgoodrecords

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/damaged-goods

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DamagedGoodsRecords/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/damagedgoodsrecords/

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David Bowie – Hunky Dory

Today I reviewed the iconic album Hunky Dory by David Bowie. This album was released in 1971 by RCA International, and since then has impressed many people, with its intense sounds, bright guitars, double vocals and deep thoughts…

David Bowie – Hunky Dory Album Art
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Count Basie and his Orchestra – April In Paris

Today I reviewed the classic jazz album April In Paris by Count Basie and his Orchestra. With a relaxed sound and playful melodies that make you smile, the beauty and dynamicity of April In Paris is undeniable.

April In Paris by Count Basie and his Orchestra

On this album you are greeted with some amazing and subtle drums that are constantly providing a beautiful texture to the album throughout the album, trumpets and trombones to make you smile, powerful saxophones that combine them all together, to match Basie‘s incredible piano skills.

Basie at the piano; Photo by James J. Kriegsmann

Overall, April In Paris while being an exciting listen, it is also a relaxing masterpiece that shows the brilliance of Count Basie and his Orchestra subtly, while giving us a beautiful album. Thank you so much to Alan Hush for sending me this incredible album, and for introducing me to a hidden gem, that I am proud to have in my collection.

You can listen to my review here or via the YouTube video linked below:

April in Paris Album Review

Some previous episodes mentioned in this album review:

Album Review of John Coltrane – Giant Steps
Album Review of John Coltrane – A Love Supreme

Some useful links for Count Basie:

Website: https://countbasie.net/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2jFZlvIea42ZvcCw4OeEdA?si=fnSVi1JsSJiOOWoCLuyOXQ&nd=1&dlsi=38feef1435bc469f

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/count-basie/28327

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4w6_foxgGue-rPbVb0BMow

Tidal: https://listen.tidal.com/artist/4518

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/count-basie

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/countbasieofficial/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/countbasiejazz/

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Website: https://www.ververecords.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ververecords/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ververecords/

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The Ironsides – Changing Light

Today I am reviewing the debut album of The Ironsides: Changing Light. Changing Light is a really powerful album, as it has both relaxing and blissful moments such as the title track, to more vast and darker tracks such as Violet Vanished.

You can learn more about Changing Light and buy and stream it here.
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Rock Paper Sisters – One In A Million

Today I am reviewing the amazing debut album One In A Million by the awesome rock band Rock Paper Sisters! This was sent to me by Eythor Ingi, singer, songwriter and the one of the leading forces of Rock Paper Sisters! I would like to thank Eythor for this, as he just introduced me to one of the coolest new rock bands out there at the moment!

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The Velvet Underground & Nico

What hasn’t been said about this album? The avant-rock masterpiece, produced by the one and only Andy Warhol, written by the band (primarily Lou Reed), and displayed with only four words on the top above the Warhol name; Peel Slowly And See.

By Photographer unknown. Published by Verve Records, a subsidiary of MGM Records at the time.
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Kraftwerk – Autobahn

This album… is amazing. Not just musically, but as a piece of art, it is quite cool that this is a thing. The five tracks on this album (one of them a whopping 22 minutes…) are stuck together with beautiful electronic glue, that binds this piece of art together.

kraftwerk.com

Kraftwerk are well known as being one of the coolest classic electronic groups out there, with many of their albums being common knowledge as some of the best recorded electronic pieces in the last six decades, including albums like Trans-Europe Express, The Man Machine, Radioactivity, Tour de France as well as many, many more.

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Weezer – The Blue Album

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The Blue Album is not only a crucial point in the discography of the incredible and iconic band Weezer, but also in rock music. Still influencing and spreading to different groups of music fans, this album now 30 years old is still growing.

The Blue Album (Album Cover)

I originally was introduced to Weezer via a format most Weezer fans bought and were familiar with, as well as being top of the line at the time; the compact disc.

Gifted to me by my uncle Eamonm, I began to discover more of the distorted and incredible loud guitars, dominant bass and destructive drums, which all blended together into eleven tracks, like Buddy Holly, Undone – The Sweater Song, Surf Wax America and my personal favourite track on the album, In The Garage.

Brian Bell at the Bizarre Festival ’96

This album being loved by fellow musicians, rockers and fans, Weezer’s Blue Album is a brilliant and iconic collection of rock classics, distortion, and much more. Along with being a classic though, this album is also confusing, as it is titled officially Weezer, along with 5 other studio with the same name.

You can listen to my review here or via the link below:

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Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/artists/B000QJO1PU/weezer?tag=linkfiregen&ie=UTF8&linkCode=as2&ascsubtag=3d68eff36e092e193afc1475072ad4e9&ref=dmm_acq_soc_ie_u_lfire_lp_x_3d68eff36e092e193afc1475072ad4e9

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/weezer/115234

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YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCtHZHneyvFGwxg6MHcbMLAw

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Nirvana – Nevermind

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Not only is this one of the greatest rock albums of all time, but it also introduced the beautiful grimy gritty distorted sub-genre of rock Grunge to the masses.

With there being multiple hits on this album, even if you aren’t seeking this album out, you will already know the album. With iconic numbers such Smells Like Teen Spirit, In Bloom, Polly and many more, this album hits hard.

You can hear my review here or via the YouTube link below:

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Viagra Boys – Cave World

Cave World is the third studio album by the alternative band Viagra Boys. After bursting onto the music scene with their debut EP Consistency of Energy, Viagra Boys have continued to release three studio albums.

Viagra Boys are an incredible group with a unique sound that is unmatched by any other band in their genre. They are a great band to get into if you enjoy the gritty side of alternative rock.

You can listen to my review here or via the link below:

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Website: https://www.vboysstockholm.com/

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Dave Brubeck – Time Out

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Today I reviewed the classic jazz album Time Out by Dave Brubeck.

This incredibly influencial album was something that I always wanted to have in my collection, so I was very glad to purchase this version by 20th Century Masterworks in Golden Discs.

This album does not dissapoint as it has it’s classics such as Take Five, to other incredible tracks such as Kathy’s Waltz.

With amazing musicians accompanying Dave Brubeck who played the piano on this album including Paul Desmond, Eugene Wright and Paul Morello.

I really enjoyed listening to and reviewing this album, as it is very versatile in the fact that songs like Blue Rondo A La Turk can go from very intense instrumental stabs to playful piano.

You can listen to my review here or via the link below:

Album Review of Dave Brubeck Time Out

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/davebrubeckmusic

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dave-brubeck/545242

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3kUKwTJdH8FuWzF8p6Dg9E?si=_pndLZ4PRuC9bK29Y5sETg&nd=1&dlsi=3a15d8d4b2ac4a74

Bandcamp: https://brubeckeditions.bandcamp.com/

The Smiths – The World Won’t Listen

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Today I reviewed The World Won’t Listen, a compilation by the classic alternative rock band The Smiths. This compilation includes some of The Smiths’ finest songs, including Panic, Ask, Bigmouth Strikes Again and many other popular songs.

This compilation includes songs including Panic, Ask, Bigmouth Strikes Again and many others.
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a lazarus soul – No Flowers Grow In Cement Gardens

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Today I reviewed a lazarus soul’s upcoming release; No Flowers Grow In Cement Gardens. The first two singles The Flower I Flung Into Her Grave and Black Maria now on streaming services, No Flowers Grow In Cement Gardens is due to release of the 5th of July 2024.

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J.J. Cale – Naturally

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Today I reviewed the classic album Naturally by J.J. Cale. I am a massive fan of this album. My family and I would listen to this on a car drive while we were on holidays.

My family and I would listen to this on a car drive while we were on holidays.
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John Coltrane – A Love Supreme

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Today I reviewed A Love Supreme by John Coltrane, an incredible album filled with the work of a master. With it’s interesting tone, and surprising swing towards the later half of the record, A Love Supreme continuous to have a legacy in jazz music that has affected people for decades.

A Love Supreme; an incredible album filled with the work of a master.
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Fugazi – 7 Songs

Today I reviewed the debut record of the iconic and influential band Fugazi. This was released in 1988, and when combined with the Margin Walker EP, it became the debut LP by Fugazi, called 13 Songs.

When combined with the Margin Walker EP, 7 Songs became 13 songs, Fugazi’s debut album.
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Lankum – False Lankum

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Today I reviewed one of the coolest new records in my collection, False Lankum by Lankum. Lankum have been on the scene for a little while now, starting off with their debut album Cold Old Fire. Since then they have released four studio albums including Cold Old Fire and False Lankum, as well as their live album, Live In Dublin, released in 2024.

Lankum’s new record
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Marvin Gaye – What’s Going On

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Today, I’m reviewing one of the most iconic and inspirational soul records of all time, not only the 1970s! Marvin Gaye’s What’s Going On is an incredible album, and I loved reviewing it today!

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EELS – End Times

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Today I am reviewing Eels’ 2010 album End Times. I loved listening to this record! It is completely different to anything else that I have ever heard. With a super cool feel, Eels are definitely one to look out for!

Eels – End Times
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Pink Floyd – Wish You Were Here

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Today I am reviewing a very strange, unique, surreal and experimental classic rock album that when I first heard rocked me to my core! This is not only emotionally thrilling, but the music itself entails a wild ride! And of course, it’s Pink Floyd.

Wish You Were Here
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The Scratch – Mind Yourself

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Today I am reviewing The Scratch’s Mind Yourself! It is great to review a great new Irish rock band! With a fresh tone, I was hooked on The Scratch from the minute I heard their single “Another Round”! It is amazing to see them with their third studio album getting such a great response!

The Scratch
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Dead Kennedy’s – Bedtime for Democracy Album Review

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Today I am reviewing one of the greatest (and one of my personal favourite) punk albums ever, Bedtime for Democracy, by Dead Kennedys!

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Miles Davis – Kind of Blue

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Today, I am reviewing one of the greatest Jazz albums ever, Kind of Blue, by Miles Davis!

I got a book from my aunt Gillian for Christmas which was called “The Greatest Albums to Own On Vinyl Ever!” and Miles Davis’ record Kind of Blue was featured! So I ended up picking it up in Tower Records.

The Greatest Albums to own on Vinyl Ever
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Ash – Nu-Clear Sounds

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Today, I am reviewing the album Nu-Clear Sounds from the Ash.

Earlier this year when I was MC at the Lily Sessions stage at The Playing Fields, I was delighted to see Ash who played on the first night of the festival.

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Cassia – Why You Lacking Energy

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Today, I am reviewing the latest album release from the Cassia – Why You Lacking Energy.

Cassia

Why You Lacking Energy was released on 2022 and I was delighted to get the album from Gilded ALM recently!

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Rolling Stones – Hackney Diamonds

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Today, I am reviewing the latest album release from the Rolling Stones – Hackney Diamonds.

Rolling Stones

Hackney Diamonds was released on 20th October 2023 and I was delighted to buy the album on the 22nd October 2023 as I have never bought a newly released album before so close to its release date!

Hackney Diamonds

This album includes musicians such as Stevie Wonder, Paul McCartney, Elton John and Lady Gaga.

The Rolling Stones – Hackney Diamonds

You can listen to my thoughts on the album here or via the YouTube video linked below!

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Rodrigo y Gabriela – In Between Thoughts…..A New World

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Today, I am reviewing Rodrigo y Gabriela’s new album, In Between Thoughts…A New World.

This is Rodrigo y Gabriela’s 7th studio album.

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Portishead – Roseland NYC Live

Today’s album I am reviewing is Portishead’s album, Roseland NYC Live which was Portishead’s third album, released in 1998.

Portishead

I have liked Portishead for a very long time, starting off with Sour Times, and continuing with Roseland NYC Live. They have always had a special place in my heart.

Roseland NYC Live

Have a listen to my thoughts about the album here or via the YouTube video linked below!

Portishead – Roseland NYC Live

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Thin Lizzy – Live and Dangerous

Today’s album I am reviewing Thin Lizzy’s album, Live and Dangerous which was Thin Lizzy’s ninth album, released in 1978.

Thin Lizzy

I have liked Thin Lizzy, starting off with Jailbreak, and continuing with Live and Dangerous, which I am reviewing today! My love of Thin Lizzy is ever growing.

Thin Lizzy – Live and Dangerous

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Rolling Stones – Exile on Main Street

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Today’s album I’m reviewing is The Rolling Stones – Exile on Main Street. Exile On Main Street is The Rolling Stones 10th Studio Album, released 12 of May 1972.

I have liked the Rolling Stones, starting off with Gimme Shelter, and continuing with Exile On Main Street, which I am reviewing today!

Exile on Main Street

Last year I had some vouchers for Tower Records which I got for my birthday and I asked my followers on social media for their vinyl recommendations and one album that kept coming up for me to buy was Exile on Main Street…….so I did!

The Rolling Stones

You can check out my thoughts on the album here or via the YouTube video linked below!

I shared Exile on Main Street along with many other albums which I bought in 2022 which you can listen back to here or linked via the YouTube video below!

My 2022 vinyl purchase round-up

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Beastie Boys – Check Your Head

This is the first cassette that I have done an album review of and it is Beastie Boys – Check Your Head

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Cassettes are making a comeback and thanks to my dad I have a great selection of tapes to choose from and I even know what to do with a tape and pencil!

Check Your Head was released in 1992 and it was Beastie Boys 3rd album.

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Check Your Head

You can listen to my review of the album here of via the YouTube video linked below.

Beastie Boys – Check Your Head

Paul Weller – On Sunset

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I have been a fan of Paul Weller since I was 6 years old and today I am reviewing his album, On Sunset.

On Sunset

On Sunset is Paul’s 15th Studio Album and was released in June 2020.

Paul Weller
Paul Weller – On Sunset
On Sunset – Paul Weller

Led Zeppelin – Houses of Holy

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This is my second Led Zeppelin album review. I recently reviewed Led Zeppelin III which you can listen back to here.

Led Zeppelin

And like Led Zeppelin III, this album, Houses of Holy was also gifted to me at Christmas by my Aunt Gillian and Uncle Graham…….you may remember I interviewed Graham which you can listen back to here!

Houses of Holy

To hear my thoughts on Led Zeppelin’s – Houses of Holy, you can listen to it here or via the video below.

The Clash – The Clash Christmas Special with my dad!

For this week’s review it’s a Christmas Special and I am doing my album review with my dad!

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Today we are reviewing The Clash’s debut album, The Clash.

My dad first had this album when he was about 8 years old and I’ve enjoyed listening to the album since I was 6 years old!

The Clash
The Clash

You can listen to how we got on here or via the video below.

Something Happens – Stuck Together with God’s Glue

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On Saturday 3rd December 2022, I went to my first gig (11yrs old) at the Riverbank Theatre to see Tom Dunne and Alan Connor.

At the end of the gig, Tom kindly took the time to meet with me and also signed the vinyl which I brought with me and which today’s album review is all about!

Meeting with Tom Dunne

So, today’s album review is of Something Happens – Stuck Together with God’s Glue.

Something Happens

To listen to my thoughts on Stuck Together with God’s Glue you can listen here or via the YouTube link below

Something Happens – Stuck Together with God’s Glue

U2 – The Joshua Tree

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Today’s album review is of U2s album The Joshua Tree. This was their 5th album and was released in 1987. It was a great success for U2 and reached number 1 in number 1 in over 20 countries and was the best selling album in the US.

U2

Have a listen to my review of the album here or via the YouTube video below.

The Joshua Tree

Led Zeppelin – Led Zeppelin III

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I was kindly gifted this Led Zeppelin vinyl from follower and dad of my sisters school pal, Tony Arthur’s.

Led Zeppelin III is an iconic album and it has some amazing songs on it and I gave it a lengthy review!

Led Zeppelin
Led Zeppelin III

I’d forgotten to add my star rating but I think it will be obvious from my review what my star rating is for this classic album.

To hear my review of the album, you can listen here or via the YouTube video below.

Fleetwood Mac – Rumours

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Amongst a selection of vinyl’s that my Uncle gave me recently was the classic Fleetwood Mac album, Rumours.

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Rumours

Released in 1977 it includes the iconic tracks Go Your Own Way and Dreams and you hear my thoughts on the album here or via the YouTube video linked below.

Amy Winehouse – Frank

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After my first show “Logan Takes Over” on KFM Radio, Paul Power kindly gifted me this Amy Winehouse Album, Frank, her debut album which was released in October 2003.

Amy Winehouse
Frank

If you were listening to my second show on Kildares KFM (Thursday 10th November 2022), you will know that I played Amy’s song Rehab and I gave a little fun fact too after playing it……if you missed the show and my fun fact, fear not as you can listen back here or via the YouTube video below.

Amy Winehouse – Frank

Pink Floyd – Dark Side of the Moon

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This is the second Pink Floyd album which I bought, the first being The Wall.

I finally purchased the album after chatting with Thomas Walsh about it in our interview, with a birthday voucher I got from my Uncle for Tower Records.

Pink Floyd
Dark Side of the Moon

You can listen to my review here or via the YouTube Video below.

Pink Floyd – Dark Side of the Moon

Gorrillaz- Song Machine, Season 1: Strange Timez

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I have been a fan of Gorrillaz for a few years and I got this album Christmas 2020 the year it was released. Song Machine, Season 1: Strange Timez is their seventh album.

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Song machine: Strange Timez

You can listen to my review here or via the YouTube video linked below

Gorrillaz – Song Machine: Strange Timez

Nirvana – Unplugged in New York

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Nirvana– Unplugged in New York (MTV) was the second vinyl I had ever bought (The first was Pink Floyd – The Wall) to add to my vinyl collection.

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Unplugged in New York

This is an album that I really enjoy listening to and you can listen to my review here or watch via YouTube below.

Kate Bush – The Kick Inside

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For a number or years I have loved Kate Bush’s music……..long before Stranger Things which I haven’t watched!

And with my live for her music, I recently purchased The Kick Inside on vinyl at a local Vinyl & CD sale and I am reviewing it today.

Kate Bush
The Kick Inside
Kate Bush – The Kick Inside

You can listen to my review here or via the video linked below.

Big Country – The Crossing

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My dad has been a big fan of Big Country from a young age and thanks to him, he introduced them to me from an even younger age!

Big Country
The Crossing

Recently I bought with the last of my birthday voucher for Tower Records the Deluxe edition of the Big Country album The Crossing on vinyl which I’m reviewing today.

The star rating is a first for me for an album review and I would highly recommend you get this album!

Have a listen to my review here or via the video below

Big Country Album Review

Dire Straits – Money for Nothing

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Todays album review is of Dire Straits – Money for Nothing.

Dire Staits formed in 1977 – 1988 and reunited again in 1990 – 1995.

Money for Nothing is a greatest hits album and was released in October 1998.

You can listen to my review here I’m sure you’ll know a lot of the songs on it!

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Money for Nothing

Foo Fighters – Foo Fighters

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Since their formation in 1994, the Foo Fighters have released ten albums and today I am reviewing their album ‘Foo Fighters’ which was their debut album in 1995.

Foo Fighters – Foo Fighters

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Paul McCartney – Give my regards to Broadstreet

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For today’s album review I don’t think there is any introduction needed as to who the singer is, Paul McCartney and his album Give my regards to Broadstreet.

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Give my regards to Broadstreet

You can listen back on my thoughts of the album here

Chris de Burgh – The Getaway

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Recently I went to a local car-boot sale and went on the hunt for some vinyl while I was there one of the albums I picked up was this Chris de Burgh album, The Getaway.

As you can see from the images, the cover is not in the best condition but the vinyl inside is perfect.

I knew some of the songs on the album through my mam, as she had grown up listening to Chris de Burgh with her older brothers, so it was great to listen to the album on vinyl like she did!

You can listen to my review of the album here

Tom Waits – Closing Time

Tom Waits – Closing Time

This album is made up of 12 tracks was released in 1973 by Asylum Records (Elektra/Asylum/Nonesuch Records)

For some Tom Waits can be “Marmite” but I am hoping after my review of this album that you will give it a listen and judge for yourself. 

Tom Waits is an American musician with a career spanning 5 decades. To date Tom Waits has released 17 studio albums, 3 live albums, 7 compilation albums, 23 singles, 2 soundtracks and 1 box set!  His debut single was “Ol’ ‘55” which was released in 1973 and was the lead single for the album I am reviewing today, Closing Time .  

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Dr. Feelgood – Singles the U.A. Years

Singles U.A years is made up of 24 singles from previous albums and was released in 1989 by EMI Records.  For those of you who are familiar with Dr. Feelgood you will know many of them if not all of them listed in the track list below and if you don’t know Dr. Feelgood, I think this compilation album is a great introduction to their tunes and will leave you wanting more!  

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Review date February 2022, when I was 10 years old