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That Record Got Me High Podcast

Rob Elba
Cardiacs
Music
Twisted Love Songs
Drumming
Laurie Anderson
A Little Man and A House and the Whole World Window
Punk Rock
Les Savy Fav
Tim Smith
Cocteau Twins
The Tube
Superchunk
Underwater Moonlight
The Soft Boys
Spoon
Kill the Moonlight
Kate Bush
The Dreaming
Big Science
Lush

Are you a music obsessive? Can you sit down for an hour or so poring over an album you love, digging deep into the lyrics, musical references and 'secret sauce' that makes it so special to you? Then this just MIGHT be your podcast! Each week your host - rock-n-roll lifer and recovering punk Rob Elba - sits down with a special guest to dissect a record that - metaphorically - got them high.

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Writer, comedian, musician Aug Stone joins us this week to unpack The Afghan Whigs and their stunning 1996 release: 'Black Love'. Leader Greg Dulli and company mine themes of vengeance, remorse and self-loathing on a record that manages to be both fe... more

This week, returning guest - and founder of Rochester New York's Carbon Records, Joe Tunis - brings us a subject near-and-dear to his heart: the music of the New Zealand underground. This essential compilation, 'Xpressway Pile=Up', is a great snapsho... more

What more can be said about the much maligned 1978 musical film 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' that hasn't been said already (11% on Rotten Tomatoes)? But this week's guest, multi-instrumentalist, artist and songwriter Robbie Gennet, contend... more

For our first episode of 2026, we talked the New York Dolls and their eponymous 1973 debut with special guest Jerid O'Connell. As a Connecticut teen sneaking into New York City to see the Dolls play places like Club 82 and Max's Kansas City, Jerid - ... more

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Aug Stone
Writer, comedian, and musician
Episode: S9E445 - The Afghan Whigs 'Black Love' with Aug Stone
Joe Tunis
Founder of Carbon Records
Carbon Records
Episode: S9E444 - Xpressway Pile=Up (A Compilation of NZ Music) with Joe Tunis
Robbie Gennet
Musician, multi-instrumentalist, artist, and songwriter
Episode: S9E443 - Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) with Robbie Gennet
Jerid O'Connell
Former drummer for the Rousers, discussing his musical career and experiences in the New York Dolls scene
Left 4 Dead Records
Episode: S9E442 - New York Dolls 'Debut' with Jerid O'Connell
Corey Ledet
Louisiana Zydeco musician and two-time Grammy nominee.
Episode: S8E440 - Bruno Mars '24K Magic' with Corey Ledet Zydeco
Josh Hight
Detroit born, now East Sussex, UK based musician and artist
Pines
Episode: S8E439 - The Cure 'Faith' with Josh Hight
Sara Mae Henke
Front person of the band The Noisy and poet-songwriter
The Noisy
Episode: S8E438 - Japanese Breakfast 'Jubilee' with Sara Mae Henke (The Noisy)
Larry Crane
Record producer, magazine editor, and founder of Tape Op Magazine
Tape Op Magazine
Episode: S8E437 - Wire '154' with Larry Crane
Shelley Novak
Miami Drek icon, performer, and drag artist
Episode: S8E436 - The Pretenders 'Learning To Crawl with Shelley Novak aka Tommy Strangie

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Rob Elba
Host of a music commentary podcast that dives deep into albums, exploring their layers and the stories behind them with various guests.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 196 ratings
  • 🌎🌍🌏🌍🌎🌍🌏🌏🌍🌎🌍🌏🌍🌍🌏

    Without music, life would be a mistake and without TRGMH podcasts would be as well.

    Thanks to Rob and friends for the healthy reminder

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Absolutely Aha
    United States2 years ago
  • Devoted to the cause

    Thoroughly impressed with how devoted Rob Alba is in his mission to discuss vital albums of our times. It’s not easy to continue to do a weekly podcast, but he’s in it ~ for over six years. Kudos to Rob & TRGMH!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    summeryhummery
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent episode.

    Big Science is amazing.

    Shoutout to Ken Nordine/Word Jazz.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dr memory 62
    United States2 years ago
  • Loving the Sam Fogarino episodes

    Next time you chat with him give him our love from the Verna family in Overbrook West Philly. Lisa says β€œHi!”

    -Gino Verna (the youngest brother)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gino’s Reviews.
    United States2 years ago
  • Many diff albums and goes in depth

    I like this music podcasts best as it does not stick to one artists or one genre and goes through the whole album. The back catalogue is worth checking out. I’ve discovered and rediscovered artists or albums and look forward to every week’s new one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Radiophonic Oddity
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep dives into album discussions and the diverse range of guests featured, which enriches the content.
The authenticity and emotional depth of the episodes resonate well with listeners, often leading to insightful reflections on their musical preferences.
Many highlight the passionate and knowledgeable approach of the host, Rob Elba, which fosters an enjoyable atmosphere for music conversations.

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S9E442 - New York Dolls 'Debut' with Jerid O'Connell
Q: So when did you start like participating like playing, you know, getting bands together and playing at these clubs?
We were in high school, but there was no sense you were going to ever graduate to where Bowie or The Stones were. We weren't going to play Max's Kansas City.
S8E440 - Bruno Mars '24K Magic' with Corey Ledet Zydeco
Q: What was it about Bruno Mars' album that grabbed you?
Corey Ledet discussed the upbeat feel and 80s and 90s influences that resonated with him.
S8E437 - Wire '154' with Larry Crane
Q: How did you get involved in archiving Elliott Smith's work?
Crane recounts being asked by Smith's family to help archive his recordings, leading to his role as an archivist for Smith's estate after his passing.
S8E437 - Wire '154' with Larry Crane
Q: What's it like to have a recording studio today compared to the past?
Crane explains that the perception of studios has changed; today's musicians often think they can record themselves without understanding the intricacies of studio work.
S8E431 - Bauhaus 'In The Flat Field' with Oscar Herrera
Q: What's the historical significance of Bauhaus in your musical journey?
Oscar discusses Bauhaus' influence on his music, acknowledging their gothic undertones and theatrical style as inspirations in his own artistic development.

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2. Joe Tunis
3. Robbie Gennet
4. Jerid O'Connell
5. Corey Ledet
6. Josh Hight
7. Sara Mae Henke
8. Larry Crane

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