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Walt's Vinyl Albums
Walt's Vinyl Albums is about vinyl albums from the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. I have rebranded and changed the name from Vinyl Bound. In it, I explore the creation of some of the most iconic albums ever created. Just like before, I dive deep into the passion behind the music. Welcome.
Episodes
10 episodes
George Strait, The King of Country Music's Most Pivotal Album
George Strait had already established himself as country music royalty by 1987, but what happened behind the scenes of his landmark "Oceanfront Property" album reveals a depth of character and resilience few artists have ever demonstrated.<...
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Why Maggie Bell's 1974 Masterpiece Deserves Your Attention Today
Dive into the fascinating story of Maggie Bell, Scotland's answer to Janis Joplin, and her criminally overlooked masterpiece "Queen of the Night" from 1974. This blues powerhouse emerged from Glasgow's notorious Maryhill Estate—a neighborhood w...
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Why I'm Abandoning Video for the Original Podcast Experience
What makes a podcast a podcast? After much consideration, I'm taking Waltz Vinyl Albums back to its audio roots. The decision to drop video wasn't made lightly, but came with the realization that true podcasting deserves to honor its heritage a...
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Fleetwood Mac's Rumors: The Album That Almost Never Happened
Some albums transcend mere musical collections to become cultural touchstones that define an era. Fleetwood Mac's "Rumors" stands tall among these rare masterpieces, and today I'm sharing my deeply personal 47-year journey with this revolutiona...
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How Brian Adams Shaped Rock History in One Album
Step into the world of Brian Adams as we explore the phenomenal journey of his seminal album, 'Reckless.' This episode chronicles how a young artist shaped by a nomadic childhood in various countries became a household name in rock music. With ...
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How Cyndi Lauper's Breakthrough Album Redefined Music
Step back into the vibrant world of the 1980s as we explore Cyndi Lauper's groundbreaking album, "She's So Unusual." This episode reveals not only the captivating stories that shaped her career but also how her struggles with identity and accep...
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Janis Joplin's Journey: From "Cheap Thrills" to Rock Icon, Artistic Genius, and Personal Battles
Unlock the raw energy and spirit of 1968 with an exploration of Janis Joplin's transformative journey and her seminal album, Cheap Thrills. Picture this: a young woman from Port Arthur, Texas, who hitchhiked to San Francisco, grappling with add...
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Uncovering "My Sharona": The Knack's Meteoric Rise, Musical Legacy, and Personal Stories
Unlock the secrets behind one of rock's most iconic hits, "My Sharona," as we uncover how The Knack shot to stardom in 1979. You'll hear the story of their rise to fame, the creative whirlwind that birthed their legendary debut single, and the ...
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Linda Ronstadt's Journey: Musical Legacy, Personal Challenges, and Cultural Impact
Unlock the secrets of musical greatness as we explore the extraordinary journey of Linda Ronstadt. From her humble beginnings in Tucson, Arizona, to becoming a musical powerhouse, this episode promises a deeper understanding of how intuition an...
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Rebranding to Walt's Vinyl Albums: A Journey through Music's Golden Eras and Industry Evolution
Rediscover the golden eras of music as I share my journey of rebranding to Walt's Vinyl Albums, a passion project born from the ashes of previous podcast ventures. After struggling to find my place amidst various podcast topics, I realized my h...
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