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Off the Beaten Clef172. Metal March Playlist with Jeremie LavigneWelcome to Off the Beaten Clef! This week, Jeremie Lavigne of the Vinyl Countdown Podcast joins the show to help us build the most metal playlist of 2024. We discuss audience submissions, Jeremie & Dillon’s picks, and so much more. Thanks to everyone that contributed to the playlists and links will be below!
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Audience Submissions: Louie - Feeding Frenzy by Within the Ruins // Ben - Are You Dead Yet? by Children of Bodom // Jacob Cleary - Gimme Cho...2024-03-2553 min
Off the Beaten ClefA Conversation with Jeremie Lavigne of the Vinyl Countdown PodcastWelcome to Off the Beaten Clef! This week, Dillon talks to Jeremie Lavigne of the Vinyl Countdown Podcast. Dillon and Jeremie discuss his podcast (The Vinyl Countdown Podcast), vinyl culture, our relationship with the emo-verse, and Jeremie gives his list of his Top Five Songs of 2021. Thank you so much to Jeremie for joining us this week and go check out The Vinyl Countdown Podcast!
Jeremie’s Top 5 Songs of 2021:
Angel of Death by Manchester Orchestra
/trust by Origami Angel
Blackout by Turnstile
Weights by Bartees Strange
Waiting by Pup
Honorable mentions:
8:7 by Division of Mind
Light at the End by Magnitu...2021-12-061h 01
The Vinyl Countdown91 - Set Your Goals - This Will Be the Death of Us w/ Matt WilsonWelcome back everyone! I cannot put into words how awesome the album “This Will Be the Death of Us” by Set Your Goals is…BUT, I had some help this week from one of the people who helped to create it, Matt Wilson! Matt was gracious enough to come on and chat with me about the record and a bunch of cool stories associated with it. So, grab your checkered Vans and skinny jeans and let’s take a trip back to 2009 shall we?2021-11-0559 min
The Vinyl Countdown90 - October Spooktacular 3D: Beyond the Gates of Hell - Friday the 13th: Jason Takes ManhattanWelcome back for the 5th and final installment of this year’s October Spooktacular! Jason Takes Manhattan is a movie I remember watching as a small child and being freaked out about but as an adult, boy howdy is baaaaad (but that’s what makes it great) lol come along with me as I dive into the score and all it’s campy-ness for the last week of Spooky content before going back to the regular format 🎃🎃🎃2021-10-3029 min
The Vinyl Countdown89 - October Spooktacular 3D: Beyond the Gates of Hell - The Fog (1980)Welcome back to week number 4 of this year’s October Spooktacular! This month has flown by but it has been so much fun rewatching these movies and getting to talk about them. The Fog is a cult classic and has a wonderful score to boot, thanks to one of the masters of horror and movie music, John Carpenter. Hope you all enjoy this week and come back next week as I close the month out with Friday the 13th VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan!2021-10-2227 min
The Vinyl Countdown88 - October Spooktacular 3D: Beyond the Gates of Hell - A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) w/ EanWelcome back to week 3 of The October Spooktacular 3D: Beyond the Gates of Hell! I had the pleasure of speaking with Ean Olsen of TappedHouse to discuss the classic 1984 release, “A Nightmare of Elm Street”! I had a blast talking about this with so I know you’ll have a blast listening! You can follow TappedHouse here: https://twitter.com/tappedhouse?s=212021-10-151h 24
The Vinyl Countdown87 - October Spooktacular 3D: Beyond the Gates of Hell - Maniac Cop w/ Richie from Super Media Bros!Welcome back for another week of spoooooky stuff! Who better to join me but the master of cult/shitty/awesome horror movies, Richie (aka Mdntagrw) from the Super Media Bros podcast! This movie is an absolute classic, if you like it then I think you’ll love this episode! Here is a link for all the Super Media Bros content you could ever dream of, you should click them all: https://www.supermediabrospodcast.com/ Catch them on Twitter as well at SuperMediaBros_ and on YouTube as the Super Media Bros Podcast!2021-10-081h 23
The Vinyl Countdown86 - October Spooktacular 3D: Beyond the Gates of Hell - Psycho Goreman w/ Martin MacPhailWelcome to the October Spooktacular 3D: Beyond the Gates of Hell! I’m starting off my 3rd annual Spooktacular this year by speaking with Martin MacPhail, 1/3 of the award winning group Blitz//Berlin who scored the film, Psycho Goreman! I had a blast speaking with him and I hope you all have a good time listening as well 🙌🏽🙌🏽2021-10-0140 minThe Vinyl Countdown85 - Blondie - Eat To The BeatWelcome back to ANOTHER surprise episode! Oh man, I’ve been wanting to cover Blondie for at least a year now and I finally got around to it with their classic 1979 album, “Eat To The Beat”. Blondie was going to have an episode dedicated to them for the ill-fated “Influencer Month” where I’d connect the dots with current bands and how A LOT of bands owe a lot to them etc etc…so, that will be discussed as well as this wonderful album so, I hope you all enjoy! I explain how to navigate this site in the episode so, here’s a l...2021-08-1432 minThe Vinyl Countdown84 - The Wonder Years - Suburbia I’ve Given You All and Now I’m NothingWelcome back for another “surprise” episode! This is another album I’ve been wanting to cover since starting the show I just never felt like the time was right. Well, that’s over now because here we are. I think this record is hard to discuss because Soupy’s writing is so good and relatable and depressing but also hopeful but ALSO a fucking bummer….it’s a rollercoaster of a listen but it’s a goddamn classic. I’m excited to discuss this week and hope you all are as excited to listen!2021-07-2342 minThe Vinyl Countdown83 - Mahna MahnaWell hello, and welcome back for a quick, surprise episode! This song is a household favorite but also has quite the interesting backstory so, come along with me as I discuss this week. Here are links to articles I used to research this episode: http://amuchdeeperlevel.blogspot.com/2011/08/definition-of-mahna-mahna.html https://slate.com/culture/2011/11/mahna-mahna-how-a-ditty-from-a-soft-core-italian-movie-became-the-muppets-catchiest-tune.html2021-06-2216 minThe Vinyl Countdown82 - Justin Martell and Aaron Hamel of Ship to Shore Phono Co.Hello, and welcome to the second installment of Record Label Month! This month, I’ll be sharing my conversations with a couple of different label owners who have cornered the market in different vinyl communities. This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Justin Martell and Aaron Hamel of Ship to Shore Phono Co. Their label runs the gamut from horror movie scores to video games vinyl as well. It was a fun time and I’m glad I got to have them on the show. Check it out! Also, take a look what the label has to offer as w...2021-03-2534 minThe Vinyl Countdown81 - Jake Sulzer of Counter Intuitive RecordsHello, and welcome to Record Label Month! This month, I’ll be speaking to a couple of different label owners who have cornered the market in different vinyl communities. This week, the DIY scene gets discussed with the owner of Counter Intuitive Records, which has Origami Angel, Hospital Bracelet, Mom Jeans and others signed to it. It was a good time and I’m glad I got to have him on the show. Check it out! Also, check out what the label has to offer as well here: http://counterintuitiverecords.com2021-03-1124 minThe Vinyl Countdown80 - LINGUA IGNOTA - CALIGULAOh man, yet another episode I’ve been pushing off for months! I’ll be diving into LINGUA IGNOTA’s 2019 masterpiece, “CALIGULA”. This record is just so hard to categorize but I know that it moves me emotionally and is also somewhat terrifying in the process? It’s an absolutely beautiful album though in that way, in that it definitely makes you feel *something*, whether that’s something is good or bad. Kristin Haytor is a force to be reckoned with for sure. Here is the article I mention in the show: https://www.loudersound.com/amp/features/lingua-ignotas-track-by-track-guide-to-new-album-caligula. I also pulled so...2021-02-2541 minThe Vinyl Countdown79 - The Mountain Goats - The Sunset TreeHello and welcome back everybody! This week I will be discussing The Mountain Goats, “The Sunset Tree”. I just want to say up top for this one, CW/TW: abuse (physical, substance and emotional) will be discussed in this episode so, I just want you all to be aware of that. “The Sunset Tree” is a dark, depressing and at times, hard to listen to record but it’s absolutely amazing. Let’s all get through this episode together and maybe have a drink after, yeah?2021-02-1829 minThe Vinyl Countdown78 - Hawthorne Heights - The Silence In Black and WhiteHey there! Welcome back to another episode of The Vinyl Countdown. On this week’s episode, I’ll be diving into another “scene” classic, a record that meant so much to me then and still does to this day, “The Silence in Black and White” by Hawthorne Heights! 2004 was an incredible year for music but this one stood head and shoulders above everything else for me. Let’s have some fun and go down memory lane together! Also, here’s the link to the Alternative Press article I mention on the show: https://www.altpress.com/features/backtracking_the_story_behind_ohio_is_f...2021-02-1136 minThe Vinyl Countdown77 - Kendrick Lamar - DAMN.Welcome back! Oh man, this record is one I’m so glad I finally was able to pick up. 2017’s Pulitzer Prize winning, “DAMN.” by Kendrick Lamar aka K. Dot aka Kung-Fu Kenny! I can’t wait to dive into this record and what it means to not only me, but to the culture as well.2021-02-0454 minThe Vinyl Countdown76 - My top 5 albums of 2020!As the title says, I’ll be diving into my top 5 releases of the year but also, the top 5 records I purchased regardless of when they originally released as well! It should be a good time!2020-12-3134 minThe Vinyl Countdown75 - Thursday - War All The TimeOh man, this week I will diving into what is probably my 2nd favorite album of all time, #1 favorite by Thursday...War All The Time, from 2003. This album changed my life in a few ways and opened my eyes to so many bands I otherwise would’ve missed...I can’t wait to get into it all for you all out there.2020-12-0347 minThe Vinyl Countdown74 - Chiodos - All’s Well That Ends WellHello, and welcome back for this very special “Thanksgiving” edition of the show! I mean, it’s not really but it just so happens to be releasing on Thanksgiving so just go with it lol I will say, I’m thankful for the represses of this album this year because the OG presses are super expensive. As the title says, I’ll be diving into 2005’s “All’s Well That Ends Well” by Chiodos!2020-11-2649 minThe Vinyl Countdown73 - Armor For Sleep - What To Do When You’re Dead (15th Anniversary Edition)I’m back this week with another one of my all time favorites, this time from a band that broke up waaaay before their time: Armor For Sleep and their second album, “What To Do When You’re Dead”. This album has so many things associated with it for me (both good and bad) and I’m excited to share it with you all!2020-11-1948 minThe Vinyl Countdown72 - Touché Amoré - LamentWelcome back everyone! I told you this month would be filled with classics both new and old and this week, I’m covering a new one. Touché Amoré latest, “Lament”! This album is just classic TA, from start to finish its incredible and I cannot wait to dive into it for you all!2020-11-1239 minThe Vinyl Countdown71 - Coheed and Cambria - In Keeping Secrets of Silent Earth: 3Oh man, I’m excited for this week! This whole month is going to be filled with classics (both new and old, but mostly old), albums that defined my music tastes for years to come. First up, 2003’s “IKSSE:3” by Coheed and Cambria, my favorite from them hands down. Come along with me as I dive deep into this huge album!2020-11-0543 min
The Vinyl Countdown70 - October Spooktacular: The Return - The Exorcist: Extended Director’s CutThis is it. The last week of the October Spooktacular and what a way to go out. “The Exorcist” is considered by many as the scariest movie of all time and for good reason: it’s still downright terrifying at times. I can’t wait to get into all this week!2020-10-2930 min
The Vinyl Countdown69 - October Spooktacular: The Return - Jacob’s Ladder“Jacob’s Ladder” is one of the creepiest, unsettling films I’ve ever seen and I cannot wait to discuss it and its equally disturbing score for all of you! This is probably the one no one wants spoiled for them so if you haven’t seen it, do not listen yet lol2020-10-2538 min
The Vinyl Countdown68 - October Spooktacular: The Return - Get OutOh boy, another classic one this week. 2017’s “Get Out”! This movie, my god. A movie so scary for me and other people of color (for obvious reasons) that’s still relevant and unfortunately will be for the foreseeable future. Come along with me as I break it down!2020-10-1745 min
The Vinyl Countdown67 - October Spooktacular: The Return - The OmenWelcome back to week 2 of the October Spooktacular! I’ll be discussing the super influential and downright creepy classic, 1976’s “The Omen”! I love this movie so much and the score is also great. “Look at me Damien! It’s all for you.” 💀💀💀2020-10-0827 min
The Vinyl Countdown66 - October Spooktacular: The Return - It FollowsOctober Spooktacular: The Return is here! And I’m back baybeeeeeeee!!! After Hurricane Laura blew in and uprooted our lives, I took a month off to regroup and get things settled and I’m so excited to be back. It’s even better that it’s Spooky Season too! First up, 2015’s “It Follows” and its score by Disasterpeace. Hope you all enjoy!2020-10-0130 min
The Vinyl CountdownSpanish Love Songs - Losers/(No) Reason To Believe - Mini-(EP)isode 06Welcome back to another mini-(EP)isode of the Vinyl Countdown! This week, I’ll be diving into the wonderfully upbeat and super depressing “Losers” 7” from Spanish Love Songs!2020-08-3107 min
The Vinyl CountdownModest Mouse - A Life of Arctic Sounds - Mini-(EP)isode 05Welcome back everybody! I’m really excited to talk about Modest Mouse again this week, this time discussing the single, “A Life of Arctic Sounds”! It’s fitting too that I discuss them on the mini-episode this week because the main show’s last episode was on the Pixies and they’re seemingly a pretty big influence on Modest Mouse, in particular early Modest Mouse. Also, next month will be Influencer Month, where I’ll be discussing artists and bands that have influenced generations of people after them. I figured a Modest Mouse episode following a Pixies episode would fit as a sort of s...2020-08-3007 minThe Vinyl Countdown65 - Pixies - DoolittleOh man, on this week’s episode...I’ll be diving one of the most influential indie rock albums of all time. 1989’s “Doolittle” by Pixies! From Nirvana to Radiohead, they’ve influenced tons of your favorite bands over the years. Hope you all enjoy this deep dive into an absolute classic album where I go from 1920s and 30s era surrealist silent films to current hip-hop and somehow, it all makes sense! Here is the link to the article I reference: https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/the-most-sampled-song-of-all-time/2020-08-2752 min
The Vinyl CountdownCoheed and Cambria - Welcome Home - Mini-(EP)isode 04On this week’s episode of the mini-(EP)isode, I’ll be diving into one of my favorite bands’ biggest songs, 2005’s “Welcome Home”, by Coheed and Cambria! I always love talking about them and I hope you love hearing it as well!2020-08-2410 minThe Vinyl Countdown64 - Jeff Rosenstock - NO DREAMOh man, this album here.....AOTY. Hands down. I called it back in May when it dropped and I stand firm by it. This is an incredible album, crafted in a way only Jeff Rosenstock could do it. It’s absolutely perfect and I can’t wait to discuss it for you all!2020-08-2037 min
The Vinyl CountdownInitiate - Lavender - Mini-(EP)isode 03On this week’s episode of the mini-(EP)isode, I’ll be diving into hardcore band Initiate’s newest EP, “Lavender”! Follow the link here to get your copy as well: https://triplebrecords.limitedrun.com/products/668742-initiate-lavender-12?view=f229072020-08-1709 minThe Vinyl Countdown63 - Modest Mouse - The Moon and AntarcticaHelloooo everyone! This week, I’ll be diving into what is close to my favorite MM album (The Lonesome Crowded West takes the crown), “The Moon and Antarctica”! It was the 20th anniversary of the record back in June so what better way to honor it than doing an episode on it?2020-08-1344 min
The Vinyl CountdownGiraffes? Giraffes!/Goddard Split EP - Mini-(EP)isode 02Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the mini-(EP)isode! I wanted to discuss this one on the first episode but had a mail mishap so, I’m bringing it to you all this week, Giraffes? Giraffes!/Goddard’s split 10” from 2013! Check out this article as well that i mention on the show about Goddard: https://www.worcestermag.com/article/20110710/NEWS/3071098782020-08-1014 minThe Vinyl Countdown62 - Odd Folks - Broozer (Interview w/ guitarist Nic Shields)Hello and welcome back! On this week’s episode, I got to speak with Nic Shields (guitarist for Odd Folks) about their 2017 release, “Broozer”! It was a ton of fun so, I hope you all enjoy hearing us dive into it.2020-08-0639 min
The Vinyl CountdownMotion City Soundtrack - Mary Without Sound/Capital H - Mini-(EP)isode 01Welcome to episode one of The Vinyl Countdown: Mini-(EP)isode! To kick the new show off, I’ll be diving into a 7” by one of my favorite bands, Motion City Soundtrack. They recorded this re-imagining of 2 of my favorite songs off of their debut album and released it as a VIP only extra for their “Don’t Call It A Comeback” tour and I’m super excited to dive into it!2020-08-0109 minThe Vinyl Countdown61 - La Dispute - Somewhere at the Bottom of the River Between Vega and AltairHey there everybody! Oh man, covering another incredible album this week...La Dispute’s classic debut album, “Somewhere at the Bottom of the River Between Vega and Altair”, from 2008! This is a record that holds sooooo much significance for me and a handful of people I know and I’m extremely excited to discuss it for you all this week!2020-07-3036 minThe Vinyl Countdown60 - My Chemical Romance - Three Cheers For Sweet RevengeHelloooooooooo and welcome back for another heavy hitter this week, MCR’s scene classic, 2004’s “Three Cheers For Sweet Revenge”! Grab your eyeliner and black skinny jeans and let’s all relive the summer of 2004!2020-07-2334 minThe Vinyl Countdown59 - Wheatus (Brendan B. Brown Interview)!Hello everyone! On this week’s episode, I will be diving into 2000’s self titled debut album from Wheatus! It should be a fun one as well because I got to speak with Brendan B. Brown (lead singer) about it turning 20 years old this year so, I hope you all enjoy!2020-07-161h 15The Vinyl Countdown58 - The Killers - Hot FussWelcome everybody! I put it up for a vote and the people spoke loud and clear: GIVE US AN EPISODE ON THE KILLERS 😂😂 So, I’ll be diving into their wonderful debut album “Hot Fuss” on this week’s episode.2020-07-0924 minThe Vinyl Countdown57 - Blink 182 - Self-Titled (W/ Midnight Agent Raw)This week, I’ll have my buddy Richie (aka MdntagntRAW) on (1/2 of the Super Media Bros) to discuss Blink 182’s self titled masterpiece from 2003! This is one of his favorite albums as is it is mine, so this should be a good one! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vinyl_countdown_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ Twitter: Https://Twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvB757PGjZEcvhI6CqeOwsA and you can find The Super Media Bros website here: http://supermediabrospodcast.com/ Support the show here, 100% of all support dollars will be donated to a...2020-07-021h 08The Vinyl Countdown56 - letlive. - Fake HistoryWelcome back everyone! I’m so excited to dive into this week’s record, letlive.’s incredible 2nd record, “Fake History” from 2010. This is gonna be a heavy one I think so, get ready to go to some dark places with me.2020-06-2528 minThe Vinyl Countdown55 - Between The Buried And Me - ColorsHey there everyone, after a month and a half of 90’s classics, I figured I’d dive into a bit newer of a record this week; 2007’s “Colors” by Between The Buried And Me! This album is all over the place (in a good way) and I can’t wait to discuss it for you all!2020-06-1819 minThe Vinyl Countdown54 - Third Eye Blind Part 2Welcome back to part 2 of my series on Third Eye Blind’s debut album! If you haven’t heard part 1, by all means go back and listen then come back lol On this week’s episode, I will dive into the second half of the album this week to wrap up this 2 parter. Check out this documentary on “Motorcycle Drive By” as well: https://youtu.be/wv3_9L6P62M2020-06-1123 minThe Vinyl Countdown53 - Third Eye Blind Part 1Hello everyone!!! In light of all that’s been going on this week, I want to share this link here that directs you to ways you can help with donating, signing petitions, and helping with the movement taking place in America right now: https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/# Take some time to educate yourself on everything and help out if at all possible.......now, the next 2 weeks are very special because it’s my 1 year anniversary! In light of that, I will be covering my FAVORITE album of all time, Third Eye Blind’s self-titled debut record! Come along with me this w...2020-06-0433 minThe Vinyl Countdown52 - Matchbox Twenty - Yourself or Someone Like YouFor the last week of 90’s Month, I’ll be diving into Matchbox Twenty’s “Yourself or Someone Like You”! I unironically love this record so I’m excited to share this episode with you. Follow me on Twitter: Https://Twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vinyl_countdown_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ and finally on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvB757PGjZEcvhI6CqeOwsA2020-05-2820 minThe Vinyl Countdown51 - Live - Throwing CopperWelcome to week number 3 of 90’s Month!!! Come along with me as I discuss an album that helped shaped my music sensibilities at the ripe old age of 11, Live’s 1994 release, “Throwing Copper”!2020-05-2126 minThe Vinyl Countdown50 - Ben Folds Five - Whatever and Ever, AmenThis week’s episode for 90’s Month, I am finally covering a record I’ve loved since middle school, Ben Folds Five “Whatever and Ever, Amen”! So grab your bad ass mother G.I. Joe’s and come along with me as I discuss this 90’s classic! Follow me on Twitter: Https://Twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vinyl_countdown_podcast/ and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvB757PGjZEcvhI6CqeOwsA2020-05-1430 minThe Vinyl Countdown49 - Weezer - The Blue AlbumWelcome to 90’s Month! This month, I’ll be discussing a different classic album from the 1990s. First up, “The Blue Album” by Weezer. Grab your Heines, put on your sweaters and get ready to get nostalgic!2020-05-0717 minThe Vinyl Countdown48 - Taking Back Sunday - Tell All Your FriendsHello everyone! On this week’s episode I will diving into one of the biggest records of the early 2000s emo scene, Taking Back Sunday’s 2002 debut album, “Tell All Your Friends”! So, come on, come on, come on let’s go....down an early 2000s rabbit hole! Follow me here: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_vinyl_countdown_podcast/ Twitter - Https://Twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 and YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvB757PGjZEcvhI6CqeOwsA2020-04-3025 minThe Vinyl Countdown47 - Rush - 2112Hey there everybody, I’m diving deep into the vault today to discuss a truly one of a kind, classic, career defining record. Rush and their 1976 opus, “2112”! Get ready as I discuss the first time I heard it and realized songs could be 20 minutes long and how that blew my mind lol hope you all enjoy! Follow me here: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vinyl_countdown_podcast/ Twitter: Https://Twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvB757PGjZEcvhI6CqeOwsA also, check out this article I mention in the show: https...2020-04-2422 minThe Vinyl Countdown46 - Super Mario Bros. 2 OST by Koji KondoHelloooooo everyone! On this week’s episode, I discuss the soundtrack from one of my favorite video games of all time, Super Mario Bros. 2! Koji Kondo is amazing and this soundtrack is no different. So, grab your overalls and come along with me while I discuss this classic. Follow me on Twitter: Https://Twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vinyl_countdown_podcast/ and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvB757PGjZEcvhI6CqeOwsA2020-04-1620 minThe Vinyl Countdown45 - Thursday - Five Stories FallingHey hey there! On this week’s sort of short episode, I’ll be discussing Thursday and their classic live album that spawned one of their most iconic songs ever, “Five Stories Falling”! Follow me here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ Twitter: Https://Twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vinyl_countdown_podcast/ and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvB757PGjZEcvhI6CqeOwsA2020-04-0922 minThe Vinyl Countdown44 - From First to Last - Dear Diary, My Teen Angst Has A Bodycount w/ the Reminiscent Podcast!Hello everybody! On this week’s episode, I not only got to talk about one of my favorite records but also, I got to do it with one of my favorite podcasts, the Reminiscent podcast. So, get your black eyeliner, skinny jeans and let’s get angsty! Check them out here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reminiscent-a-pop-punk-and-emo-indie-music-podcast/id1180700919 and follow them on Twitter: https://twitter.com/_ReminiscentFM and always, follow me on twitter as well here: Https://Twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vinyl_countdown_podcast/ and YouTube: https://www.yout...2020-04-0256 minThe Vinyl Countdown43 - Interview with Foxing’s Conor Murphy!Hello there everyone. I’m really excited to share this week’s episode because I got to speak with Conor Murphy (lead singer of Foxing) and discuss their beginnings as a band and their 3 albums so far along with some insight as to when their new album will drop. It was really fun and I hope you all enjoy it! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vinyl_countdown_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ Twitter: Https://Twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvB757PGjZEcvhI6CqeOwsA2020-03-2659 minThe Vinyl Countdown42 - Origami Angel - Somewhere CitySoooo happy to finally have my hands on this record, Somewhere City by Origami Angel! If it wouldn’t have been for PUP and their classic “Morbid Stuff”, this would’ve been my AOTY of the year for 2019, despite coming out at the very end of the year. It’s that good. So, grab a Happy Meal, check how much rollercoasters cost and come along with me as I dive into this incredible album! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vinyl_countdown_podcast/ Twitter: Https://Twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ and YouTube: https://www.youtub...2020-03-1928 minThe Vinyl Countdown41 - A Day to Remember - HomesickHey there everybody, I’m discussing one of my favorite records from the late 2000s/early 2010s, A Day to Remember’s “Homesick” from 2009! It can be heavy, light, sweet and downright brutal...this album wears many different hats but wears them all well. So, slide on your skinny jeans and Vans and break out the old “scene” t-shirts and come along with me as I break the album down! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vinyl_countdown_podcast/ Twitter: Https://Twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvB757PGjZEcvhI6CqeOwsA and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com...2020-03-1227 minThe Vinyl Countdown40 - PUP - The Dream is OverHello everyone! I’m super excited about this week’s episode because this is the record that got me into one of my current favorite bands! 2016’s “The Dream is Over” by PUP is a masterpiece and one that should be heard by everybody on the planet for sure. So, grab a friend, try not to speed on the Don Valley Parkway and listen as I discuss this album in all of its cynical, sarcastic, Canadian glory! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vinyl_countdown_podcast/ Twitter: Https://Twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ and YouTub...2020-03-0528 minThe Vinyl Countdown06 - Motion City Soundtrack - My Dinosaur LifeWith Motion City Soundtrack reuniting for a comeback tour in 2020 and the recent repressing of their 2010 classic, “My Dinosaur Life”, how could I NOT record an episode about it? Motion City Soundtrack have been one of the most important bands in my life and I would love to share my take on this album and maybe tell some interesting stories along the way. Huge shout out and thanks to Tony Thaxton (drummer) and Justin Pierre (lead singer) of (duh) Motion City Soundtrack for helping out with this episode by taking time out of their busy schedules to answer questions for me...2020-03-0534 minThe Vinyl Countdown39 - IT (1990) TV Miniseries Soundtrack by Richard BellisHey there everybody! On this week’s episode, I was so excited to finally get this record that I just HAD to talk about it. IT is one of my favorite movies so I had no choice but to gush about it for half an hour for you all lol so, sit back, turn the lights down and come with me as I discuss this classic film and score. Also, for God’s sake do NOT take boats from a clown in a drain either. Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_viny...2020-02-2734 minThe Vinyl Countdown38 - Brittany Howard - JaimeOn this week’s episode, I will be discussing one of my wife’s favorite releases of 2019, “Jaime” by Brittany Howard! So, grab a blanket, a warm cup of coffee and join me as I dive into the album and discuss it in all of its soulful glory. Follow me on all the social media stuff and whatnot: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_vinyl_countdown_podcast/ and Twitter - Https://Twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvB757PGjZEcvhI6CqeOwsA2020-02-2015 minThe Vinyl Countdown37 - Touché Amoré - Stage FourHello there everybody! This week I’ll be diving into what I consider to be the best album of 2010s, Touché Amore’s 2016 masterpiece, “Stage Four”. An incredible record from start to finish, come along with me on this cathartic journey and try not to cry (I can’t promise I won’t lol). Let’s keep the conversation going on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vinyl_countdown_podcast/ and Twitter: Https://Twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 and follow Variant Corner 2.0 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvB757PGjZEcvhI6CqeOwsA2020-02-1326 minThe Vinyl Countdown36 - Tiny Moving Parts - SwellHelloooo everyone! I’m excited this week to talk about Tiny Moving Parts’ incredible 2018 record, “Swell”! So sit back and relax as I dive deep into this wonderful album! Be sure to check out Variant Corner 2.0 here to see this awesome pressing for yourself too: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvB757PGjZEcvhI6CqeOwsA Also follow me here on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vinyl_countdown_podcast/ and Twitter: Https://Twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 also also, check out this guitar playthrough of “Feel Alive” I mention in the episode: https://youtu.be/JkH310X3I0w2020-02-0624 minThe Vinyl Countdown35 - Gabby’s World - Year of the RabbitWelcome everyone! This week, I’ll be diving into Gabby’s World (formerly known as Eskimeaux) and their 2016 EP, “Year of the Rabbit”! After the past two weeks of episodes that have kind of been bummers, I thought it’d be nice to liven things up a bit. So, grab some coffee, snuggle up in a warm blanket and come along with me as I discuss this EP in all it’s indie glory! Check out her NPR Tiny Desk concert here: https://youtu.be/Xmal7_hGOz0 and as always, follow me on the social medias lol Facebook: https://www.facebook.com...2020-01-3020 minThe Vinyl Countdown34 - Motion City Soundtrack - GoThis week, I am discussing my all time favorite Motion City Soundtrack album, “Go”! Released in 2012, it still hits me as hard as it ever did almost 8 years later (for better or worse). So, come along with me as I dive into this record and do my best not to openly sob on the podcast...should be a good time. Let’s keep the discussion going on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vinyl_countdown_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvB757PGjZEcvhI6CqeOwsA. Also, check out the Su...2020-01-2329 minThe Vinyl Countdown33 - Coheed and Cambria - The Color Before the SunHello there everybody! On this week’s episode, I’ll be discussing an artist from one of my first episodes ever, Coheed and Cambria and their 2015 release, “The Color Before the Sun” vinyl and the stellar box set as well. So, come along with me as I dive into this criminally underrated Coheed album and hopefully if you’re on the fence about it, make you love it like I do! Feel free to keep the discussion at any one of these places: Twitter - https://twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ Instagram - https://www.instagram...2020-01-1626 minThe Vinyl Countdown32 - Ghostbusters Original Motion Picture ScoreHello everyone and welcome to the first episode of the new year! With the newest Ghostbusters film coming later this year, I felt it was necessary to discuss the score to the original movie (and my all time favorite), Ghostbusters! Released for the first time on vinyl in 2019, I HAD to get my hands on a copy and of course, have to share my love for it with you all! So, grab your proton packs, zip up your coveralls and get ready to clean up the town and remember, we’re ready to believe you! Check out Variant Corner 2.0 here to...2020-01-0927 minThe Vinyl Countdown31 - My top 5 albums of 2019!Hello there everyone! I decided to do a quick episode to discuss my picks for the top 5 albums of the year. Join me on this special episode and also, feel free to continue the conversation on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vinylpodcast5 or Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lavinyl337/ and be sure to check out Variant Corner 2.0 as well: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvB757PGjZEcvhI6CqeOwsA2019-12-3117 minThe Vinyl Countdown30 - My Chemical Romance - The Black ParadeWith My Chemical Romance getting back together and playing some shows, I felt it was only right that I discuss one of my favorite albums from any band of all time: their 2006 classic “The Black Parade”! So gather ‘round piggies and kiss me goodbye as I dive deep into this incredible record and what it means to me...it should be a good time! Check out Variant Corner 2.0 on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/K-E2T4zGvAA2019-12-2631 minThe Vinyl Countdown29 - Have Heart - Songs to Scream at the SunOn this week’s episode, I’ll be discussing one of my favorite hardcore bands out of Massachusetts, Have Heart and their 2nd (and last) album, “Songs to Scream at the Sun”! I even have a bonus track to talk about as well 🤫...so, get your moshing shoes on and get ready to dive into this hardcore masterpiece with me! Check out my YouTube channel as well here to watch Variant Corner 2.0: https://youtu.be/sfuzD1y4bI82019-12-1927 minThe Vinyl Countdown28 - girl in red - beginningsHello all newcomers and regulars alike! On this week’s episode, I’ll be discussing Norway’s own Marie Ulven Ringheim (aka girl in red) and her wonderful debut album, “beginnings”! The entire album is endlessly danceable and also super depressing and who doesn’t love that? So come along with me as we dance and have existential breakdown...should be a good time!2019-12-1217 minThe Vinyl Countdown27 - Paramore - Brand New EyesOn this weeks episode, I will discuss arguably the best Paramore to exist, their 2009 release “Brand New Eyes”! I was able to snag the pressing I wanted and it’s the 10 year anniversary of the release soooooo, come along with me as I dive into it!2019-12-0531 min
The Vinyl Countdown26 - American Football - LP 2On this week’s episode, I’m discussing Sad Dad superstars “American Football” and their second album, LP 2! I’ll get into on the episode but this record means a lot to me and I’m really excited to share with you all. So, grab a beer (or any drink you want), grab a box of tissues and try not to cry as I go down this emotional road. I will do my best to keep it all together but I’m not making any promises lol2019-11-2820 minThe Vinyl Countdown25 - Jeff Rosenstock- POST-On this week’s episode, I will be diving into an album that I discovered with zero expectations and ended up absolutely loving! Jeff Rosenstock and his instant classic, POST- from 2018.2019-11-2122 minThe Vinyl Countdown24 - Thursday - Kill the House Lights (W/ Geoff Rickly.....sort of)For this week’s episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Geoff Rickly (lead singer of Thursday, No Devotion and United Nations) about Thursday’s 2007 release, “Kill the House Lights”! I had a blast interviewing him but unfortunately the audio was lost 😕😕. That said though, I will do my best to recount the answers he gave and make this a good episode nonetheless!2019-11-1436 minThe Vinyl Countdown23 - AJJ - Only God Can Judge MeWelcome back everybody! On this week’s episode, I’ll be discussing folk-punk legends AJJ and the absolutely wonderful “Only God Can Judge Me”! So, grab your flannel shirts, grow out your beards, and get ready to get weird (and philosophical!) as I dive into this classic EP.2019-11-0715 min
The Vinyl Countdown22 - AFI - All Hallows’ Eve EP/JAWS OST with Chuck MorgueHappy Halloween! This week for the last episode of my October Spooktacular (RIP), me and my buddy Chuck sit down and discuss one of AFI’s best releases, the All Hallows’ Eve EP and the JAWS original score! Join us as we have some fun discussing these two wonderful works of art. Check out The Vinyl Countdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/2019-10-3132 min
The Vinyl Countdown21 - DarlingWell, we are nearing the end of my October Spooktacular but not before I cover what is maybe my favorite movie of the four I’ve done this month, Darling! Come along as I “jump” into this classic, released in 2015 and as always, dim the lights, get under of the covers and try not to lose your mind as I dive into the film! You can watch it here (with an Amazon Prime subscription): https://watch.amazon.com/detail?asin=B01DTMH81O&territory=US&ref_=share_ios_movie&r=web2019-10-2417 min
The Vinyl Countdown20 - The Eyes of my MotherWelcome back everybody for week 3 of my October Spooktacular! This week I’ll be covering “The Eyes of my Mother”....I love this film and this score so I’ll do my best to try and make you all love it too lol so, dim the lights and get ready to go down a long, twisted hole of depravity with me! Order the score on vinyl here: https://waxworkrecords.com/products/the-eyes-of-my-mother2019-10-1722 min
The Vinyl Countdown19 - The ProwlerWeek 2 of my October Spooktacular is underway with the cult classic, “The Prowler”! Sit back and relax as I discuss the movie, the score and a whole bunch of other fun facts as well. You can get your hands on this record here: https://waxworkrecords.com/products/the-prowler2019-10-1014 min
The Vinyl Countdown18 - The BabadookFor episode 1 of my October Spooktacular special, I will be covering the soundtrack for the classic 2014 release, “The Babadook”! This is one of my favorite horror films and I’m excited to share my thoughts on the score and the movie itself. So, turn out the lights, lock the doors, get under the covers and get ready as we descend into madness...together!!!2019-10-0326 minThe Vinyl Countdown17 - MGMT - Oracular SpectacularOn this week’s episode, I’ll be diving into MGMT’s excellent debut album, “Oracular Spectacular”! I feel like I’ve been doing a lot of debut albums lately but man, they’re all sooooo good! Come along with me as a breakdown this album and also how they sued the French government and won (seriously). Here is the link to the episode of Song Exploder I mention: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/song-exploder/id788236947?i=1000360942706 And here is the link to the insane video for “Time to Pretend”: https://youtu.be/B9dSYgd5Elk2019-09-2616 minThe Vinyl Countdown16 - Vampire Weekend - Father of the BrideOn this week’s episode, I’m going mainstream baby! I’ll be discussing what I feel is their best record to date, Vampire Weekend’s “Father of the Bride”! So, break out your Sperry’s, pastel polo shirts and the Rosé and let’s have a good time.2019-09-1926 minThe Vinyl Countdown15 - Cinematic Sunrise - A Coloring Storybook and Long Playing RecordOn this week’s episode, I will be covering an EP (don’t let the name of the album confuse you) that is near and dear to my heart. The one and only release from one of Craig Owens’ (of Chiodos fame) many, many side projects: Cinematic Sunrise’s “A Coloring Storybook and Long Playing Record! Released in 2008, I’ve loved this EP since the moment I heard it and honestly, nothing has changed. So, grab your undersized band t-shirt, skinny jeans and eye liner as I go back to the emo/pop-punk wasteland that was 2008!2019-09-1217 minThe Vinyl Countdown14 - Leon Bridges - Coming HomeOn this week’s episode, I will be discussing the excellent debut record from Leon Bridges, “Coming Home”! It’s a great throwback to the soul singers of the 60’s this week so, slide on your plaid pants, ill-fitting button up shirts and get your fro blown out and come along with me, ya dig? Follow me on Facebook too if you want, I’d appreciate it...do that right here: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/2019-09-0517 minThe Vinyl Countdown13 - Touché Amoré - Dead Horse XOn this week’s episode, I’ll be diving into one of the best (if not THE best) hardcore record of the past 10 years, Touché Amoré’s debut LP “.....to the beat of a dead horse” and the 10th anniversary edition, “Dead Horse X”! So, get those vocals chords warmed up and get ready to scream along as I discuss this classic album! While you’re at it, check out the Facebook page as well here: https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/2019-08-2923 minThe Vinyl Countdown12 - Ghost Cat - Weathered LightThis week I will be discussing one of my favorite EPs of the last 5 years, the spectacular 2014 release “Weathered Light” by Ghost Cat! I had the pleasure of randomly stumbling onto this record and I’m so glad I did. So, grab a drink, sit back and let’s have some fun while I break the record down! Check out all of their other releases and merch here: ghostcat.bandcamp.com Here’s the link to the artists’ website who designed the cover and did the artwork for the jacket as well: https://www.kellanandersen.net2019-08-2319 minThe Vinyl Countdown11 - Fuming Mouth - The Grand DescentOn this week’s episode, I’ll be discussing the awesome and brutal debut album from Massachusetts’ own, Fuming Mouth! So, find the blackest clothes you own (to match your black soul of course) and come along with me while I break the album down. Rate and review on iTunes or listen anywhere you listen to podcasts! Also, check out my buddies Richie and Cody’s podcast, the Super Media Bros podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/super-media-bros-podcast/id1163469320 Swing by Facebook as well if you don’t mind, maybe drop me a comment and/or like the page?? ht...2019-08-1517 minThe Vinyl Countdown10 - (500) Days of Summer (Music from the Motion Picture)This week’s episode is really special to me....(500) Days of Summer is one of my favorite movies of all time and the soundtrack is too! I’ll be discussing the soundtrack for the movie just in time for it’s 10th anniversary. So, get ready to break out your skinny ties, slim fit button ups and cool vintage vests my fellow 2009 hipsters and come along with me as I take a trip down memory lane with this classic album. Also, it’s my 10th episode! Time flies doesn’t it??? Don’t forget to rate and review on iTunes please and i...2019-08-0841 minThe Vinyl Countdown09 - Giraffes? Giraffes! - More Skin with Milk-MouthOn this week‘s episode, another instrumental record except this time it’s way more weird and a lot louder! Giraffes? Giraffes! have been turning out great experimental, instrumental metal/whatever the hell you wanna call it music for a while now and their second album, More Skin for Milk-Mouth, is no exception. So gather ‘round ladies and gentlemen, and let’s have some spooky fun together! I talk about Emilie Sagée in the episode, here is a link to the story I reference: https://www.darkhistories.com/emilie-sagee-the-woman-who-wasnt-there/. If you want to hear the full talk from Alan Watts (a...2019-08-0118 minThe Vinyl Countdown08 - Super Mario World OST by Koji KondoOn this week’s rather short episode (wanted to get it in before vacation lol), I’ll be discussing one of my favorite soundtracks from my favorite game of all time, Super Mario World! Sit back, relax and let the nostalgia take you back to the early 90s! Also, correction: I mentioned that the Wizard and the Bruiser did an episode on Koji Kondo and I was incorrect about that. My bad 😬😬😬2019-07-2512 minThe Vinyl Countdown07 - Manchester Orchestra - HOPEThis week I will be diving into Manchester Orchestra’s 2014 acoustic re-imagining of their COPE album, HOPE! Come along with me as I discuss the heavy themes, the metaphors throughout the record and some real life stories thrown in for good measure. So, grab a cup of coffee (or a glass of wine, I won’t judge) and sit back and have a good time! Check out the Facebook page here https://www.facebook.com/thevinylcountdownpodcast/ and you can also follow me on Instagram at Lavinyl337. Thanks for listening everyone!2019-07-1825 minThe Vinyl Countdown05 - Joy Division - Unknown PleasuresOn this week’s episode I will be discussing Joy Division’s groundbreaking debut album “Unknown Pleasures” just in time for its 40th birthday! Also, by dumb luck, this episode will be released on America’s 243rd birthday....fun stuff. So sit back, dim the lights, grab a drink and take a journey with me as I dive into one of rock/punk/postpunk’s most important albums and do my best not to mess it up! Credit to Mattia Bonasia and his very good article over at Aurelcrave.com for providing me with research for this episode. https://auralcrave.com/en/2017...2019-07-0427 minThe Vinyl Countdown04 - PUP - Morbid StuffToday I will be diving into “Morbid Stuff”, Canadian punk rockers PUP’s third and arguably, best album (so far). So, pull up a chair, grab a drink and let’s have some fun shall we? I mention this video in the episode so check it out as well! https://youtu.be/s5bj7jI0KBA2019-06-2734 minThe Vinyl Countdown03 - Coheed and Cambria - The Second Stage Turbine BladeOn this week’s episode, I am going to discuss the myths, the men, the legends that are....Coheed and Cambria! I will be breaking down their iconic debut album, The Second Stage Turbine Blade, the vinyl release and much more! So, sit back and relax and prepare to learn much more than you ever wanted to about the band and about this album.2019-06-2035 minThe Vinyl Countdown02 - Brand New - The Devil and God are Raging Inside MeOn this week’s episode, I will be discussing Brand New’s groundbreaking third album, “The Devil and God are raging inside me” so, pull up a chair, grab some tissues and prepare to go along with me down a dark hole of super depressing music! I promise I will to try to make it as fun as humanly possible lol2019-06-1336 minThe Vinyl Countdown01 - Thursday/Envy split EPEpisode 1! I’ll be reviewing the 2008 split EP from Thursday and Envy. Rate, review and subscribe wherever it is you listen to podcasts!2019-06-0622 minThe Vinyl CountdownEpisode 0.00Episode 0? This is an introduction to my new podcast “The Vinyl Countdown” where I’ll be discussing my favorite vinyl releases (both new and old) ranging from every genre you can think of and hopefully having some fun along the way.2019-06-0206 min