Tales Vinyl Tells-”stories record albums convey”

Tales Vinyl Tells is my podcast that evolved into my radio show that airs weekly on RadioFreeNashville. I had quite a few LPs that I collected in the late 60s and 70s and I always knew the magic of the albums of that era of album-oriented rock brought back memories of times, people, smells, tastes and feelings. I hope it does for you too. Back-stories and album liner notes tie the tunes together. I’m your host Brian Hallgren and you should hear the Tales Vinyl Tells!

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Tales Vinyl Tells

You should hear the Tales a Vinyl record Tells.

Episodes

Friday Jun 30, 2023


Here’s a salute to America with Yes, Steppenwolf, Karla Bonoff, Linda Ronstadt with one of Bonoff’s tunes and an encouragement to be registered to vote and to be aware of ballot issues everytime the polls are open. Vote with your head and heart. I also encourage you to even consider working the polls, getting involved in letter writing (it’s easy!) There is voting going on much of the time and some don’t want “you people” to know about it. Be informed! Check with your local election board or commission. I know you might think this is early but we’ve got another very important election coming up in 2024 and if we, the people, want change so we can look forward and not backward, we need to vote and get others to vote. There! I said it. Enjoy this episode!
You can hear Tales Vinyl Tells live at 5 Central Wednesdays by streaming it on RadioFreeNashville.org, tune it in on FM radio at 103.7 and 107.1 and catch the replay here and at your favorite podcast app.
Great Thanks to you, our supporters, to this project intended to present and preserve the music of the 60s and 70s, sharing with some who were brought up in a different time and are discovering the gems of the real rock n rollers who made album rock what is really is. The Vinyl Discs, The Stories, The History, The FUN! These are the Tales Vinyl Tells.
Details to support this podcast are at https://patron.podbean.com/talesvinyltellssupport.

Friday Jun 23, 2023

Help yourself to all day music, any time, any day! Time is so precious. Every second is a diamond. Make each one count. I play some Sunday songs, while I tend my garden. There’s some foreplay because it’s been such a long time and Joni sings her favorite song, based on a poem. And more, of course. (Do I get points off for starting the sentence with “And”, Laura?)
I give big thanks to you all who have reached out through the patron program to support this podcast that you like, because you keep listening to it. It’s a program full of the heart of rock n roll. Each hour is put together with the hopes of stimulating your senses and evoking something from the past. I hope it’s good stuff. More about the patron program is at https://patron.podbean.com/talesvinyltellssupport.
Thanks for checking it out and for your generosity.
If you just can’t wait and want to hear Tales Vinyl Tells as it airs (anything goes-it’s usually live radio), tune in at 5 PM Central time Wednesdays on RadioFreeNashville.org and stream (best option) and you can tune in on FM to 103.7&107.1 around Nashville. Playbacks are here and on many of the podcast apps.

Friday Jun 16, 2023


Originally heard in May of 2022, we start out of the gate with Bonnie Raitt and hear The Dead, Laura Nyro, Alison Krauss, Taj Mahal, Jesse Ed Davis and yes, there are more artists this hour.
Before we get rocking, I want to ask for your support.  Will you take a moment and surf to support Brian and this podcast, Tales Vinyl Tells?  My story is there, so is my ask.  Thanks for checking it out and supporting this podcast. And thank you to those who have already shown their support.
Tales Vinyl Tells can be heard Wednesdays at 5 central time at RadioFreeNashville.org. There’s a play button up on the right. We are a low power station so the best way to listen is either live or catch the replay here or on the podcast app of your choice. We’re on a bunch of them! I’d love to get email from you at TalesVinylTells@gmail.com.

Friday Jun 09, 2023


I’ve finally got a show together following my double knee replacement and there’s a surprise or two. The Band by another name. Joe Walsh in another group. And a cool production from the Mamas and Papas.
How long have you been listening to Tales Vinyl Tells? I hope you know that I really put my all into getting some great music and good info and stories for each one. Whether I produce the show in my home studio or do it live in RadioFreeNashville’s studio, I want the listener experience to be as good as it can be. And I want to improve a few things and preserve and spread the great music of the 60s and 70s to a wider audience. I have hopes to upgrade my mixing board, purchase more music for the library and help defray expenses I already have for software, subscriptions, hosting, etc. I personally support causes I believe in and hope that you’ll check out my invitation to support Tales Vinyl Tells. As little as $1 a month would be so great. $5 a month is even better. Support what you dig. My story is at https://patron.podbean.com/talesvinyltellssupport. I hope you’ll take a moment and help me out. Thanks in advance.

Tuesday Jun 06, 2023

Here… Have another hit… of Fresh Air is how we start this one with Quicksilver Messenger Service – Dino Valenti and John Cipollina. There's one song titled "2 songs for the Señorita”; how about some SRC? All I want for you is Love, Peace and Happiness. And I remember hearing Season of the Witch on my Craig eight track tape player written and performed by Donovan and we also have Al Kooper with Stephen Stills. There's a story about a Firefall and we hear a live radio version from them too. This and all the TVT episodes are downloadable here and wherever you get your podcasts, and the live radio version of Tales Vinyl Tells can be heard most Wednesdays on RadioFreeNashville.org and at 103.7 and 107.1 FM at 5 Central.

Friday May 26, 2023

 
You may have missed this little gem full of goodies from the 60s and 70s. A refresher I find very uplifting as it reminds me of a time when…….you can fill in the blank. There are a few Mose Allison tunes, one by The Who and Jimmy Spheeris sings so sweetly. Tales Vinyl Tells is now on most podcast apps and sites so you can pick and choose. With over 1,000 downloads and listeners from over 19 countries, it’s my honor to refresh your memory of that great album music. “Share”, “like”, “comment”, do all you want to promote the music you love. Thanks!
From the Squarespace AI (Beta). I asked it to write about the album music of the 60s and 70s. Here the paragraph: ”The 60s and 70s were a phenomenal era for music. The artists of that generation created soulful and honest work that still resonates with listeners today. From Bob Dylan and The Beatles to The Rolling Stones and Pink Floyd, many iconic artists produced music that reflected the political and social changes of the time. The music of the 60s and 70s was characterized by its lyrical depth and emotional range. The soundscape was varied, including rock, folk, and disco. The era produced many unforgettable hits such as "Stairway to Heaven," "Bohemian Rhapsody," "Hotel California," and "Imagine". The great album music of the 60s and 70s continues to inspire contemporary musicians and remains a crucial part of the music world.”
I couldn’t have said it better myself.

Sunday May 07, 2023

This show was heard on June 22, 2022 on WRFN-LP and since I'm having some minor surgery and will be gone for a few weeks, I thought it'd be good to hear some things you may have missed and we can keep the music rocking' on.  I've got Hendrix, Seals and Crofts, some stormy songs and more.  Hope you enjoy!  Email me, like, comment, share the episodes.  Nice to hear from you faithful listeners.  We're now reaching our podcasts into 19 countries, including the Philippines, Albania, New Zealand, India and are approaching the 1,000 downloads mark.  Catch us on your preferred podcast player. 

Friday May 05, 2023


Do you ever wonder how some bands of the 60s and 70s came up with their names? Naw, I don’t either. But, there were The Zombies, Mothers of Invention, Beatles (what?). Today you’ll get a good mix of some of the best LPs cuts from the age of Aquarius.

Friday Apr 28, 2023


There are a lot of episodes that are wanting to be heard. Is that an “ego” desire? I don’t think so because the music of those decades speaks for itself. It’s unique (no boom boom boom), not repeating, its not about guns or crime. The music of the 60s and 70s is about peace, love, feeling good, money, Otis Redding (?). Just listen!
A couple things: First-you can now listen to Tales Vinyl Tells on StudioMillsWellness.com, Apple, Google and Spotify podcasts (whoohoo), anytime, anywhere; Second- Podbean is where the podcast is hosted and pushed to Apple etc. Their metrics (?) tell me that over 850 downloads of TVT have happened and that the leading country downloading is New Zealand. Whhaatt? Hello, New Zealand!! And thanks for listening! And Apple podcasts is where the majority of listeners go to hear Tales Vinyl Tells. This is an adventure and I’m glad you’re on it with me. Please subscribe where you can, email me at TalesVinylTells@gmail.com and share this! Let’s see those numbers rise! I am glad your tuned in.

Friday Apr 21, 2023


Since this podcast is a replay of the live radio show on RadioFreeNashville, some have already heard it, listening live at 5 Wednesdays here and here. Thanks for the feedback! By the time I get to edit the archived version, most of the misfires and booboos are gone. Let me know if you find one. HaHa!
In this episode you’ll hear some Randy Newman (thanks Matthew), Spirit, Gerry Rafferty and some Marley and Marijah with two reggae tunes. Feel freee to share this page/link/fun.

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