Records & Bands
Records & Bands

Records & Bands

Rob Jones

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In which our hero talks nonsense about his favourite Records & Bands Full show with all the songs on Mixcloud https://www.mixcloud.com/recordsandbands/

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What d'ya mean 1994 was 30 Years Ago?
NOV 11, 2024
What d'ya mean 1994 was 30 Years Ago?
<p>In which our hero talks nonsense about his favourite records from 1994</p><p>I have absolutely no idea how 1994 is suddenly 30 years ago. I see 1994 as my default setting, the time when I woke up and became conscious....like Neo in The Matrix but less Jesus-y </p><p>Anyway, I have a theory that 1994 is the core year for where my record collection or musical tastes really become concrete....things I like I'll listen to forever and perhaps more importantly, the things I don't become more certain.</p><p>In today's show I go through 30 albums that turn 30 years old this year and try and explain why some of them have stuck for so long.</p><p>--------------------------</p><p>Find the Records & Band blog at Substack <a target="_blank" href="https://itsonlyrobjones.substack.com/">https://itsonlyrobjones.substack.com/</a></p><p>And see what I'm showing off from my record collection on Instagram <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/recordsandbandsradio/">https://www.instagram.com/recordsandbandsradio/</a></p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Records & Bands at <a href="https://itsonlyrobjones.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">itsonlyrobjones.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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19 MIN
"I Got A Problem....This Infernal Love"
NOV 4, 2024
"I Got A Problem....This Infernal Love"
<p>In which our hero talks nonsense about Infernal Love by Therapy?</p><p>I remember going to sixth form college in September 1995, I left less than a year later with no extra qualifications but a lasting love for this band that the were on the shirts of the tough boys in the year above...Therapy?</p><p>On the podcast today I speak about the 5th album from Northern Ireland band Therapy? and their follow up to the massive Troublegum....1995's Infernal Love</p><p>I'll be getting into my thoughts on the record as it approaches it's 30th anniversary, see how it stands against the other Therapy? albums and hear some thoughts from the band that I found kicking around the world wide web</p><p>Finally I'll go through a few categories to try and give it a "proper review", see where I left it in my "Greatest Albums of All Time Ever" list and choose the best track on the album</p><p>-------------------------------------------</p><p>Find the show including some track selections over on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.mixcloud.com/recordsandbands/">Mixcloud</a></p><p>Find the Records & Band blog at <a target="_blank" href="https://itsonlyrobjones.substack.com/">Substack</a></p><p>And see what I'm showing off from my record collection on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/recordsandbandsradio/">Instagram</a></p><p>-------------------------------------------</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Records & Bands at <a href="https://itsonlyrobjones.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">itsonlyrobjones.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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17 MIN
Ranked! Our Top 5* Bruce Springsteen Songs.
OCT 28, 2024
Ranked! Our Top 5* Bruce Springsteen Songs.
<p>In which our heroes talk nonsense about our favourite songs from Bruce Springsteen</p><p>As usual you can find the show over on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.mixcloud.com/recordsandbands/">Mixcloud</a> where we get to play some of our selections</p><p>As Born in the USA reaches 40 this year and we look to similar big birthdays for Born to Run (50), The Ghost of Tom Joad (30) and Devils & Dust (20) next year it seemed like a good idea to grab a hold of a Springsteen superfan and make a list of our favourite tracks.</p><p><strong>Spoiler Alert</strong>...Deep Cuts and Hipster Picks IncomingWe chat about how we came to finally get into Springsteen, touch on experiences of seeing him live and compare our selections to those from the music press.</p><p>We had a special contribution from Dino Corvino so please check out his piece on <a target="_blank" href="https://hereyouarewausau.substack.com/p/springsteen-and-my-rock-and-roll">Skateboarding On Their Altar</a></p><p>Get involved and add your favourite Bruce Springsteen tracks over on our <a target="_blank" href="https://itsonlyrobjones.substack.com/">Substack blog</a> and have a look at some of the Springsteen physical media in my collection over on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/recordsandbandsradio/">Instagram</a></p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Records & Bands at <a href="https://itsonlyrobjones.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">itsonlyrobjones.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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45 MIN
Let The Records Play...
OCT 21, 2024
Let The Records Play...
<p>In which our heroes talk nonsense about some of the records, bands and artists they've been listening to recently</p><p>Remember to checkout the show over on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.mixcloud.com/recordsandbands/">MIXCLOUD</a> where we can play a few songs from the albums we talk about.</p><p>In today's show Sam from Alvin and the Angry Barrels (and my baby brother) joins me for a bit of a catch up about some of the things we've been enjoying recently as well as some of the records, CDs and cassettes I've added to my collection over the last few months.</p><p>In the show we talk about...</p><p>REM, Beebadoobee, Morgan Wade, Zach Bryan, Jamie T and a few more besides.</p><p>Find the Records & Band blog at <a target="_blank" href="https://itsonlyrobjones.substack.com/">Substack</a></p><p>And see what I'm showing off from my record collection on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/recordsandbandsradio/">Instagram</a></p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Records & Bands at <a href="https://itsonlyrobjones.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">itsonlyrobjones.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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35 MIN
Ranked! My Top 5 Soundtracks
OCT 14, 2024
Ranked! My Top 5 Soundtracks
<p>In which our hero talks nonsense about his Top 5 Movie Soundtracks</p><p>Listen to the complete show with all the tunes over on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.mixcloud.com/recordsandbands/">MIXCLOUD</a></p><p>In today's show I've picked my 5 favourite soundtrack albums and compare my choices with those of people who get paid for their opinions.</p><p>Lots of nonsense on the Records & Band blog at<a target="_blank" href="https://itsonlyrobjones.substack.com/"> Substack</a></p><p>And see what I'm showing off from my record collection on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/recordsandbandsradio/">Instagram</a></p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Records & Bands at <a href="https://itsonlyrobjones.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">itsonlyrobjones.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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21 MIN