In The Name Of Wax

Send us Fan Mail This week, we revisit forgotten favorites, uncover exciting prog-rock discoveries, and celebrate the stories hiding behind our records. Jerry brings The Blues Project back into rotation and shares his newfound appreciation for Rare Bird, an underrated prog-rock band with a unique, organ-driven sound. We explore a classic Coliseum live album, dig into the dark atmosphere of Black Sabbath just in time for Halloween, and talk about introducing the next generation to the magic of...

Send us Fan Mail This week we dig into forgotten records, unexpected discoveries, and the joy of rediscovering albums hiding in our own collections. We talk Blackfoot’s No Reservations, Cat Mother, and the European psych-rock sounds of Savage Rose. We also dive into the legendary Vertigo label and uncover some surprising connections along the way, including Triumph and other heavy hitters. There’s plenty of talk about digging through old collections, discovering great records with family...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we dive into the different stages of record collecting and the thrill of discovering music outside our usual comfort zones. We explore new finds from Otis Redding, Al Green, Johnny Nash, and more while reflecting on how our musical tastes continue to evolve. Jerry takes us deep into the world of prog rock with Captain Beyond and Gentle Giant, including a surprising connection to Tool and King Crimson. We also revisit some personal vinyl memories, from high school r...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we dive into forgotten psych-rock gems, rare finds, and the excitement of rediscovering records hiding in our own collections. We uncover the story behind It’s a Beautiful Day, explore April Wine, and dig into two fascinating one-album bands: Little Boy Blues Band and The Corporation. Along the way, we talk about obscure records, strange album covers, Beatles covers, and the thrill of finding something rare in the wild. Jerry also pulls out a spontaneous combustion...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we dig into the joy—and occasional chaos—of taking care of a growing record collection. We uncover forgotten one-album bands, rediscover records hiding in our own collections, and talk about the little notes, skips, warps, and mysteries that come with collecting vinyl. Jerry brings us a killer thrift-store discovery with The Walker Brothers before revealing a legendary band that somehow remained a mystery to us until now: Status Quo. We also dive into obscure psych...