The Record Spinner Podcast

TRS Episode 26: Freedom Jazz

Episode 26, Noel tells of his journey into understanding and appreciating Free (or avant garde) Jazz and how a wise neighbor helped him get into the subgenre. He also gives his "vinyl getting technical fact of the week" brought to you by the Vinyl Eyez YouTube channel. As always give us your questions and feedback by emailing therecordspinnerpodcast@gmail.com or following us @rebirthofthecool on IG and twitter.
 
Lastly, what artist introduced you to an entire new genre or subgenre? 

TRS Episode 25: More Questions

Episode 25 we get into more listener questions, vinyl recommendations, and an interesting vinyl technical fact of the week. Join us every Sunday (at some point) and get your weekly dose of all things black, vinyl, [DC] and music. Email Noel at therecordspinnerpodcast@gmail.com and follow him at Rebirthofthecool on IG and twitter.

TRS Episode 24: A Conversation with RubyGld Smoke

Episode 24 Noel sits down with pop/soul music duo, RudyGld Smoke. The Chicago based, married duo stopped by the Record Spinner Podcast to discuss everything music and relationship with Noel. Thanks to Dani Jo and TL Williams for the awesome conversation. You both are welcomed back anytime. Check out their upcoming virtual show (today, February 28 at 8:00pm) and all things RubyGld on their website. As usual, email Noel at therecordspinnerpodcast@gmail.com.

TRS Episode 23: My Name Is My Name...

The Record Spinner Podcast Episode 23, “My Name is My Name,” Noel discusses some cool updates on the Digging for Weldon Documentary, a guest host spot, and some outstanding records that have made it through US customs clearance. Finally, he talks about his alias and why he must cover his legal identity in the day and age of “black radical extremism” and misunderstanding of black pride and black liberation. Feel free to share your thoughts with us at therecordspinnerpodcast@gmail.com and follow us @rebirthofthecool on Twitter and Instagram.

TRS Episode 22: An Honorable Trend

In episode 22, Noel goes at audiophiles and turntable elitists who discourage new collectors by saying that record players and inexpensive turntables ruin records and fail to deliver decent sound quality. He also gives some general updates, a brief recap of his review of HR Records, and of course, offers listeners a long-awaited vinyl recommendation.
Noel then discusses a trend of reissues that he believes has some good and bad consequences for collectors and black music fans. Lastly, Noel highlights how to spot an original release versus a reissue in the getting technical segment. Tell us what you think about anything we touched on and as always, feel free to email at therecordspinnerpodcast@gmail.com.

TRS Episode 21: Black History Surprise

Episode 21 Noel discovers a hidden gem inside the DC vinyl community, just in time for Black History Month, too. He also gives some thoughts on BHM and its tie into what the Record Spinner Podcast is all about. Lastly, he discusses the idea of a new segment, “Getting Technical,” where instead of talking about the technical side of vinyl for an entire episode, he’ll speak on one or two things each episode moving forward. Please let us know what questions you have around the techy side of vinyl by emailing at therecordspinnerpodcast@gmail.com or DM us at rebirthofthecool on IG and twitter. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this with your music people!
Happy Black History Month, folks!

TRS Episode 20 part 2: A Conversation with G, the Rebel

Part 2 of Episode 20, Noel and G, the Rebel switch topics and get on to more lighthearted matters like favorite music genres, mental health, and tips on how to stay fit during this pandemic. The Record Spinner Podcast will return on Sunday with more talk about records, black music, and other rants. In the meantime, holla at your boy at therecordspinnerpodcast@gmail.com or on IG and Twitter @rebirthofthecoolBig thanks to G, the Rebel for stopping through!

TRS Episode 20:A Conversation with G, the Rebel

In episode 20, we get political with the homie, G, the Rebel of the Millennial Logic podcast. This interview is part 1 of a two-part series exploring some of the recent happenings in American politics and how it affects black folk. Thanks to G for stopping by. Please let us know what you think about our discussion. As always, feedback is STRONGLY encouraged, and submit any questions, topics, compliments, and complaints to therecordspinnerpodcast@gmail.com and don’t forget to visit the website and SIGN UP for the forum on therecordspinner.com