Logan Sounds Off

Chatting to John Francis Flynn of Skipper's Alley and solo musician Since I heard "Mole In The Ground" by John Francis Flynn, I have been captivated by John Francis' incredible musicianship, especially on his new experimental folk album "Look Over The Wall, See The Sky". I was delighted to have the chance to chat to John Francis Flynn about his love of Folk music, his album Look Over The Wall, See...

Reviewing Zenyatta Mondatta by The Police In this episode of Logan Sounds Off, I discuss my favourite song on this album, why I love the album, the album's amazing collection of tones and textures, as well as the fantastic styles of each of the musicians on this album here. Some useful links for The Police: Website: https://thepolice.com/#/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5NGO30tJxFlKixkP...

Chatting to Seán Mulrooney, solo artist and of TAU & the Drones of Praise In this episode of Logan Sounds Off I speak to Seán Mulrooney about his upcoming debut album as a solo artist, his extensive career with TAU & the Drones of Praise, and his musical inspirations. My review of Hunky Dory by David Bowie: https://youtu.be/iLsQia6cQJs?si=hUwrTk7zffUyajIW Albums and artists mentioned in th...

Reviewing Careful of Your Keepers by This Is The Kit Careful of Your Keepers is This Is The Kit's most stunning, captivating and abnormally larger than life record thats vastness and utter tranquility is inspiring in it's simplest form. Some episodes previously mentioned in this video: Interview with Gary Kehoe: https://youtu.be/1QY7vCpIwL0?si=HGPtX2fkrqnr-bsT Interview with Kate Stables: https://...

Reviewing Waterslide, Diving Board, Ladder To The Sky I loved listening to this amazing indie album by Porridge Radio. It was really cool, and was so dynamic, with it being indie and alternative, as well as transitioning between multiple textures, such as warmth, vulnerability and a brutal rawness that is just unheard in other albums. Thanks to Gilded ALM for sending me this album. Here are the sh...

Reviewing A Walk Across The Rooftops by The Blue Nile Today I reviewed the classic rock / pop extravaganza that is The Blue Nile. No words can describe their music. But I'll still try. Some previous episodes mentioned in this episode : Pink Floyd - Dark Side Of The Moon Album Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBSobKdQ2-ghttps:// Interview with Gary Kehoe: www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QY7vCpIwL0...

Reviewing Boom! Dynamite by The Courettes Boom! Dynamite is a true credit to The Courettes. The album has a soft warm tone that is playful and fun and yet cosy as well. The Courettes are not just dynamic in their music, but their lyrics are great and entertaining too! All I can say is... The Courettes are fabulous. Some links mentioned in this podcast: Rollercoaster Records Website: https://roller...

Reviewing Hunky Dory by David Bowie  @davidbowie   @rcarecords  #albumreview #albumratings Today I reviewed the incredible album Hunky Dory by David Bowie. With its intense tones, amazing lyrics and mind blowing concepts, this is an amazingly dynamic record. Previous episodes mentioned in this episode: https://youtu.be/3ACFZbvH0Vw?si=opZ5k86cDcBJ0ElO Some useful links for David Bowie: Website: htt...

Reviewing April In Paris by Count Basie and his Orchestra April In Paris. Unknown to me, until thanks to Alan Hush (thanks Alan!!), I discovered something I had never heard before. I took it out of the sleeve, popped it on the turntable, and dropped the needle. 36 minutes later I found out it was one of my favourite jazz albums EVER. Some previous episodes mentioned in this album review: https://y...

Reviewing Giant Steps by John Coltrane Giant Steps is one of the most iconic jazz albums ever recorded, as it has an amazing lineup of musicians, a man with a dangerously amazing way of playing the sax, and a music scare that terrifies those who dare study it... Previous episodes mentioned in this review: John Coltrane - A Love Supreme Album Review: https://youtu.be/R45TBvqtp6E Some Useful Links f...

Chatting to Chris Cuffaro! Chris was a really interesting guest to have on my podcast and we had a fascinating conversation about music, photos and the Greatest Hits project, and where it is going to lead him in the future. Some links mentioned in this video: Chris' gigs blog post: https://cuffarophoto.com/high-school-concerts/ Some Useful Links for Chris Cuffaro: Website: https://cuffarophoto.com...

Reviewing Changing Light by The Ironsides https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCgZw7GL1us9j0y5jurGnqrA #cinematic #classical #albumreview Thanks to https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCEodN3NUqY7DJvw9HTNwqeQ for sending me this record! Today I am reviewing the debut album of The Ironsides: Changing Light. Changing Light is a really powerful album, as it has both relaxing and blissful moments such a...

Chatting with singer, Sebastian Murphy! In this interview, Sebastian and I spoke about upcoming gigs, recommendations and tips, inspirations, how he got involved with the alternative rock and possibly the release of a new album? Website: https://www.vboysstockholm.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/viagraboys/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viagraboys/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/...

Reviewing by One In A Million by Rock Paper Sisters I loved reviewing the debut album of the incredible band Rock Paper Sisters; One In A Million, which has amazing lyricism, fantastic vocals, great bass and guitar, and some pounding drums that drives it all! Thanks to the band for sending me this incredible album! Some Useful Links for Rock Paper Sisters: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/...

Reviewing Romance by Fontaines D.C. This exciting new album was long anticipated, and for good reason. With Starburster, Favourite, Here's The Thing and In The Modern World being the 4 teaser singles and videos we got, we then were gifted with Romance, the 4th studio album from the alternative rock band from Ireland, Fontaines D.C., on the 23rd of August, 2024. Stream and buy Romance by Fontaines...

Reviewing The Velvet Underground & Nico The classic avant-rock album that we all love, that was originally outcast, and yet today it is an inspiration to millions. Hidden behind a playful drawing of a banana, of course it's The Velvet Underground & Nico. Some Useful Links for The Velvet Underground: Website: https://www.velvetundergroundmusic.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheVelv...

This week I am sharing my review of Kraftwerk's Autobahn album. https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCkVewSfjK_M059iV88kYgiw #electronic #germany This album is incredibly insane with crazy songs, amazing instruments, and... motorways? This album has so much to offer, as an electronic masterpiece, an experimental release and as an art form. Some Useful Links: Website: https://kraftwerk.com/ YouTube:...

Chatting with alternative folk singer and musician Kate Stables of This Is The Kit! In this episode Kate and I discussed This Is The Kit's latest studio album, latest live album, recommendations, tips, books and so much more! Some Useful Links for This Is The Kit: Website: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCup_Ji4JJr3kNNNui9zhj0Q YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCup_Ji4JJr3kNNNui9zhj0Q Spo...

Celebrating my 60th interview with a bonus episode of a behind the scene chat with Lankum! This was recorded before the original interview, and contained very interesting nuggets, that I thought people would love! So here it is, celebrating 60 chats shared on LSO, this is the behind the scenes chats with Lankum! For those of you who don't know me, I am Logan Kelly and I began my podcast, Logan Sou...

Chatting with Irish musician David Kitt! In this interview David and I discussed New Jackson, his latest release, upcoming gigs, tips and recommendations, as well as so much more! For those of you who don't know me, I am Logan Kelly and I began my podcast, Logan Sounds Off, aged 10 in January 2022. I love music, radio and reading and on my podcast, I will share interviews, album reviews, book revi...

Reviewing Come As You Are by Niamh Regan Today I reviewed the class second album of Niamh Regan called Come As You Are. This folk album is incredible, and I am so glad that Gary Keogh at Rollercoaster Records gifted this to me on vinyl. Some previous episodes mentioned in this episode: Interview with Gary Keogh: https://youtu.be/1QY7vCpIwL0?si=bgoB7YoN3qIlFor9 Some Useful Links for Niamh Regan: We...

Reviewing The Blue Album by Weezer The Blue Album by Weezer is the debut and incredibly iconic, influential and interesting rock albums. The Blue Album has raw distortion, prominent basslines and destructive drums, which are all demonstrated in amazing tracks such as Buddy Holly, Holiday, Surf Wax America as well as my favourite... In The Garage. Some Useful Links for Weezer: Website: https://weez...

Album Review of Nevermind by Nirvana Nevermind, the second album by grunge superstars Nirvana was not only a crucial point in grunge music, Nevermind has revolutionised music forever. In this episode I discuss Neverminds subtle and powerful tones, spanning from the distortion of the opening track Smells Like Teen Spirit, to the dark acoustic sounds of Polly and Something In The Way, which both fin...

Reviewing Cave World by Viagra Boys Today I reviewed the third studio album by the incredible alternative rock outfit Viagra Boys, that consist of awesome synth, big drums, blazing guitars, fantastic vocals & lyrics and, a saxaphone too! Some Useful Links for Viagra Boys: Website: https://www.vboysstockholm.com/ Instagram:   / viagraboys   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2nAKP... Face...

Chatting with Irish Folk Duo Lemoncello! In this episode I interviewed Lemoncello and we discussed their debut EP, their latest album, songwriting, gigs, tips, recommendations and much more! Some Useful Links for Lemoncello: Website: https://www.lemoncelloireland.com/#/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqJMLFwShP8iXWPO8ugn5Ow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3TzSVg2vePWnfYCTNo3Mx6...