
Brian and Sarah are your hosts for this look back at albums from the New Wave and Classic Rock genres-- albums which have earned a permanent spot in their record collection. The hosts start the discussion with a history of the album, followed by their personal history with it. Over the course of two episodes, they do a track-by-track review of the album and the videos that accompany the singles. T... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 241 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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Episode 207: In Conversation with Colours of Ever (Jason Beil and Brian Linnen)
Permanent Record Podcast is happy to welcome Colours of Ever to the program. Jason Beil and Brian Linnen have been making music together since....wait a second! Did we ... more
Episode 206: Concert Memories Roundtable (with Mr. K's Super Show and I'm In Love With That Song Podcast)
Recently, Brian and Sarah took a trip up north to the state of New Hampshire. They met up with some podcasting friends to watch Gary Mullen & ... more
Episode 205: Pet Shop Boys – Please (1986) – Part 3
Brian and Sarah are back at their microphones to continue their discussion of Please, the debut album by the Pet Shop Boys.
In Part 2, our hosts discussed the first two songs on the album. The n... more
How to listen to Brian & Sarah talk about David Bowie for 4 Hours with their friend Sly Dog
Are you going through Brian & Sarah withdrawal? Well, there's really no need for it! Did you know that your favorite hosts recorded almost FOUR HOURS of Dav... more
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Sarah and Brian do an excellent job breaking down the cool albums of yesteryear! Essential listening for any music fan.
Brilliantly informative podcast
As a lifelong fan of the Pet Shop Boys and other bands from the 80s - this podcast is one not to be missed.
Informative, funny and well presented, Sarah and Brian do the deepest dives into all the music we grew up with.
They have looked back at so many great albums over the years and hopefully many more to come.
Definitely 5 stars (I would give it 6 if I could)
As a child growing up in the 80s this podcast is essential listening for anyone of my generation or anyone who wants a deeper understanding of the classic albums from the best decade of music ever.
Brian and Sarah present in a brilliant way with good humour and a level of research that puts others to shame.
They don’t ever rush things and despite the usual episode being 2 hours or so, I always want more when it comes to an end.
Having recently celebrated the 200th episode of you haven’t hear... more
If you are into classic popmusic and like rambling discussions this is the podcast for you.
I share Brians and Sarah’s love for DM and A-ha and I do agree that Tipping point is the best Tears for Fears album. But I can’t understand why they like Erasure so much. Please make me understand.
I was having a debate with my girlfriend about “the greatest album of all time”. The conversation helped me find this amazing podcast. Informative, entertaining, and very well done… I’m psyched I found Brian and Sarah treasure trove of knowledge; providing trips down memory lane, an appreciation for the 80s, and a chance to learn a whole lot new.
Now about the question that led me here… I would love to see their overall rankings of albums after nearly 10 years of doing this awesome podcast. Th... more
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Two music-focused hosts explore classic albums from the 70s and 80s with deep-track analysis, production context, and personal memories, often weaving in listener voicemails and cross-genre references. Episodes pair track-by-track breakdowns with era-specific pop culture notes, videos, and production histories, delivering a warm, research-forward yet approachable conversation. Notably, the show blends careful scholarship with fandom, highlighting synth-pop and new wave's enduring impact while inviting guests and fans to share their memories and insights. This mix of meticulous analysis, personal storytelling, and community engagement makes it a likely hub for long-form music nerds and 80s synth-pop enthusiasts seeking thorough, nostalgic ex... more
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