The Record Spinner Podcast

Check out the latest two-part episode of TRS as we are joined by Ryan Clarin to discuss reissue outfits in the vinyl arena. Feel free to tell us your thoughts and email therecordspinnerpodcast@gmail.com Also follow TRS at Rebirthofthecool on IG and The Record Spinner Podcast page on Facebook.  

Preview what's to come on episode 33 of the Record Spinner Podcast as we welcome back resident audiophile, Ryan C. of AnalogPlanet.com . Tell us what you think by emailing us at therecordspinnerpodcast@gmail.com Full episode premieres Sunday (sometime) May, 30th where ever you listen to podcast!

New episode of TRS! Noel has exciting updates and a new segment of the Record Spinner podcast debuting; hit play and enjoy! Let us know your thoughts and any questions you may have by emailing  therecordspinnerpodcast@gmail.com  or dm/follow us at  Rebirthofthecool  on IG and Twitter and joining the  TRS Facebook page .   Until next time! Peace...

Happy Mother’s Day! New episode of the Record Spinner Podcast discussing the legendary composer, trumpeter, and activist Calvin Massey. Press play! As always, follow Noel on IG and Twitter at Rebirthofthecool and follow the podcast on Facebook, The Record Spinner Podcast. Please email us at  therecordspinnerpodcast@gmail.com Article referenced: http://3dmusicfilms.com/csc/storycm.html  

Over the past few seasons, Noel has taken shots at the audiophile fan for their obsessions with the ultimate sound that may turn off new physical music collectors and fans. In episode 30, he sits down with Ryan Clarin of Analogplanet.com to see what the audiophile world is all about. Framed to be a debate, it turns into a great discussion between two sects of the vinyl world. Press play and enjoy....

New Episode... late but better than never! In this ep Noel gives some general updates and discusses the heated topic of flippers. Email Noel at therecordspinnerpodcast@gmail.com or follow/dm at rebirthofthecool Don't forget the Record Spinner Podcast airs every Sunday, at some point...   Peace

All moved in and settled-ish, Noel returns to the Record Spinner Podcast with many updates and an awesome new surprise for the first episode of season three. He then focuses his attention on audiophiles (again... ugh) while discussing the pros and cons of his latest surprise. Tune in every Sunday (at some time) for new episodes of the Record Spinner Podcast. Thanks for all the questions and notes;...

In the final episode of season 2, Noel chops it up with Charvis Campbell, owner of the DC record shop, HR Records on his shop, the vinyl community in the nation's capital, and music's importance in black life in general. A big THANK YOU to Charvis for stopping by the show and sharing his thoughts around everything music. Check out the HR Records at 702 Kennedy St NW, Washington, DC 20011 or on Dis...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 @rebirt...

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, comp...

In episode 19, Noel celebrates some download achievements (thanks to all the listeners!) and gives some general updates for the show and his record collection. He also gives a brief film review. Noel then goes on to recommend five dope records to use for " Deep Listening ." According to the LA Times writer, Randall Roberts is “The late experimental composer and teacher Pauline Oliveros coined the...

Episode 18 of the Record Spinner Podcast covers some general updates from Noel. Topics range from political commentary produced by his friend and fellow podcaster,  G the Rebel , to equipment upgrades (shoutout  Sweetwater audio ). Noel touches on all the latest happenings in his corner of the nation's capital. He then answers some emailed questions from listeners and ends reading an email from a...

In Episode 17 of the Record Spinner Podcast, Noel celebrates his first "fan email," recaps his comments on the usage of hooks in rap music, and of course, gives his vinyl recommendation of the week (you can find that album here ). Noel then explores the work of the legendary Weldon Irvine. Irvine was a musician, poet, playwright, and black activist who took his own life in his later years. Noel th...

Episode 16 is a special update about the passing of hip hop legend and pioneer of rap music, MF DOOM. Rest easy to the legend! This episode explores the personal inspiration that the Illest Villain provided to Noel early on in his musical journey. Noel goes on to rank DOOMs top ten LPs. What do you think about Noel's ranking? (Noel didn't add the Danger Doom Collab stuff!!?) Tell us at therecordsp...

In Episode 15, Noel discusses holiday happenings, some vinyl news, and a fantastic movie about jazz that he watched. The Record Spinner's topic explores some of Jazz music's key figures who helped usher in the Hip Hop genre for the younger generation of black artists. Noel discusses the impact of jazz giants such as Donald Byrd, Herbie Hancock , and Weldon Irvine (and a few others). Hit play and t...

Episode 003 (15) features an interview with Noel's long time musician pal, Jonathan , in part 1 of a four-part series discussing the impact of the Rock/Rap group, Rage Against the Machine. Noel prefaces this interview with some thoughts on the group's societal impact and some thoughts on the late great poet, songwriter, and artist Gil-Scott Heron. As always, please give me a shout at therecordspin...

In this special update of the Record Spinner Podcast, Noel discusses the passing of black jazz giant, pianist, and part-founder of the Strata East record label, Stanley Cowell. Noel speaks on the importance of the artist's work, both spiritually and politically. Noel also dives into jazz's black consciousness movement of the 60s and the 70s and draws some interesting parallels between the post rec...

In the final episode leading into season two, Noel discusses his second trip to Byrdland Records in NOMA, DC. Noel also gives some general updates on the status of some recently purchased records (from Germany) and plans for the Record Spinner podcast website . Lastly, Noel questions white audiences support of black conscious music. Please give us your thought and let us know what you think! --- T...

The Record Spinner Podcast episode zero covers Noel's recent trip to Byrdland Record Shop , recent grabs from Germany, as well as some goals for the upcoming season of TRS. Noel also discusses his music credentials and gives listeners a brief overview of his love affair with music. Please let us know what artist you would like to hear more about and what artist you are currently listening to. WE W...