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Vinyl Relics

Farmer John
Psychedelic Rock
Psychedelic Music
Garage Rock
Emitt Rhodes
Killing Floor
Bull Angus
Vinyl Records
British Blues Scene
California
The Rose Garden
Back In the HCA
Zior
Blues Rock
Howlin' Wolf
The Electric Prunes
Next Plane To London
Dragonfly
Moby Grape
Jan & Lorraine
Underground (album)

Vinyl Relics is a storytelling-driven music podcast dedicated to uncovering the forgotten, overlooked, and unfairly ignored albums hiding in the corners of rock, psych, folk, and beyond. Each “Epysode” spotlights a single record - often a lost gem or cult favourite, and dives deep into its creation. Hosted by Farmer John, the show blends rich historical research with track-by-track commentary, per... more

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Latest Episodes

EPYSODE 87: Where Did The Sunshine Go by The Glass Cage.

Guests: Norm Roth, Marcus Pollard and Jason Flower.

Additional commentary by my twin brother Maurice.

This week we explore Where Did the Sunshine Go, a long-lost psychedelic and garage rock ... more

EPYSODE 86: It's All Meat by It's All Meat.

Guests: Band members Jed MacKay and Rick McKim.

Additional commentary by Uncle Herff.

This week we spin the self-titled debut from It’s All Meat, a 1970 release that blends heavy psychedelic rock with ra... more

EPYSODE 85: Guts by Jodo.

Guest: Jodo guitarist Rod Alexander.

Additional commentary by Uncle Herff.

This week we dive into Guts, the explosive and overlooked debut from British hard-rock band Jodo. Recorded in 1971, Guts blends blues-infused riff... more

EPYSODE 84: Crimson & Clover by Tommy James & The Shondells.

Guest: Tommy James.

Additional commentary by Uncle Herff.

This week we step into the psychedelic swirl of 1969 as we explore Crimson & Clover, the groundbreaking album by Tommy James & T... more

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Norm Roth
Guitarist/vocalist of The Glass Cage
The Glass Cage
Episode: 2026’s Where Did the Sunshine Go: The Glass Cage’s 1968 Time-Capsule Psychedelia
Marcus Pollard
Vancouver Island promoter and thrift-store collector
Thrift Shopper / promoter
Episode: 2026’s Where Did the Sunshine Go: The Glass Cage’s 1968 Time-Capsule Psychedelia
Jason Flower
Owner of Supreme Echo, archival label
Supreme Echo
Episode: 2026’s Where Did the Sunshine Go: The Glass Cage’s 1968 Time-Capsule Psychedelia
Wayne Harbord
Guitarist in The Glass Cage (later Lemon)
The Glass Cage / Lemon
Episode: 2026’s Where Did the Sunshine Go: The Glass Cage’s 1968 Time-Capsule Psychedelia
Pat Carpenter
Original guitarist of The Glass Cage
The Glass Cage
Episode: 2026’s Where Did the Sunshine Go: The Glass Cage’s 1968 Time-Capsule Psychedelia
Clay Millen
Bass player in The Glass Cage
The Glass Cage
Episode: 2026’s Where Did the Sunshine Go: The Glass Cage’s 1968 Time-Capsule Psychedelia
Jack Taylor
Owner of Nanaimo Sewing and Sound, recorded acetates
Nanaimo Sewing and Sound
Episode: 2026’s Where Did the Sunshine Go: The Glass Cage’s 1968 Time-Capsule Psychedelia
Jed MacKay
Member of It's All Meat
It's All Meat
Episode: 1970’s It’s All Meat: The Lost Canadian Self-Titled Psych Classic
Rick McKim
Member of It's All Meat
It's All Meat
Episode: 1970’s It’s All Meat: The Lost Canadian Self-Titled Psych Classic

Host

Farmer John
Host focused on uncovering forgotten albums with deep research, track-by-track analysis, and interviews with artists and industry people.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • A rare find just like a gem psych LP

    Great production, excellent content and length, interviews with key band members. If you like psych records there’s no better source than this! And it was crazy that when I first listened I recognized the voice of Uncle Herff - and it turned out it really was a friend of mine and John I knew from sharing stages. Small world. Big podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlizarinCelosia
    Canada2 months ago
  • Top !

    Great podcast !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PeterKaspi
    France6 months ago
  • The only podcast for me!

    I never miss an epysode about the psychedelic records. I’m not even a podcast person but these speak right to me!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jameskille
    Spain9 months ago
  • All

    I’ve learned a lot about albums I already knew, and even more about some that I wasn’t aware of but should have been.

    Well researched with great interviews with original members of bands. Fun and informative stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    =75&&**&
    Canada10 months ago
  • A great listen

    Each episode is a deep dive into a performer or band you may not be that familiar with. By the end of the podcast though, you realize how impactful they were as the foundational building blocks of the musicians you have heard of. I’m sure each episode requires a mountain of research and interviews with either the artists or the people standing next to them. Very well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Quarter chicken
    Canadaa year ago

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- Positive reception for in-depth, well-researched episodes and strong interviews with original band members.
- Fans note the show's reverent yet candid approach appeals to both casual listeners and serious collectors.
- Feedback highlights production quality and the host's ability to connect stories to the music.
- Listeners appreciate the archival depth, track analyses, and discovery of lesser-known albums.
- Many praise the show as a reliable resource for discovering influential yet underappreciated records.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

1970's The American Dream: Philadelphia's Underground Rock Gem
Q: If there was a petition to induct The American Dream into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, would you sign it?
Yes, it would be great to recognize their influence and the story behind the album.
1970's The American Dream: Philadelphia's Underground Rock Gem
Q: If you could listen to only one album for the rest of your life, which would it be?
The Beatles' Revolver.
1970's The American Dream: Philadelphia's Underground Rock Gem
Q: What's the last album you listened to start to finish?
Otis Rush's Sonnet Blues Connection.
1969's If Only for a Moment: Blossom Toes and Their British Psychedelic Rock Exploration
Q: What would the third Blossom Toes album have sounded like if the band had continued?
Jim said it would have been less aggressive, more musical, with adventurous harmony work and strong, melodic passages—leaning toward a more experimental yet accessible style.
2025's The Nest: The West Coast Folk-Psych Archival Release by Jeannie Piersol
Q: What makes The Nest stand out among archival releases?
The combination of studio and live material, the presence of early performances, the involvement of Minnie Riperton and Maurice White on Cadet Concept material, and the strong narrative surrounding Jeannie's career create a distinct, mood-rich Gesamtkunstwerk.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vinyl Relics

What is Vinyl Relics about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on deep investigations of overlooked or forgotten rock, psych, and folk records. Episodes typically blend historical context, track-by-track analysis, and first-person anecdotes from artists, producers, and people connected to the music. Listeners get a mix of archival stories, behind-the-scenes studio tales, and passionate assessments of how these albums shaped scenes and inspired later artists. A standout trait is the host's talent for weaving archival interviews and vivid storytelling into a cohesive portrait of a record's creation and legacy, making it a compelling listen for crate-diggers, music historians, and anyone curious about how influential albums came to be. The format often features guests with direct ties to... more

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1. Norm Roth
2. Marcus Pollard
3. Jason Flower
4. Wayne Harbord
5. Pat Carpenter
6. Clay Millen
7. Jack Taylor
8. Jed MacKay

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