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Sorry to bang on about Brian but he really meant the world to me. This clip is wonderful, and while he's obviously not well, the music lifts him. That smile and dance at 2m 44s is beautiful to see. Also, Carl and Dennis together..just lovely. #BrianWilson #TheBeachboys youtu.be/nFeMd3HRtTg?...

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The past few hours on here have allowed me to pay tribute to an old friend. So, travel well Brian. I hope that you have finally found the peace that has eluded you for so many years. And thank you from the bottom of my soul for sharing your gift. Love & Mercy.x #VinylCommunity #Vinylsky #BrianWilson

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I saw Brian live 3 times, the first of those a sunny Sunday afternoon at Glastonbury clouded by tears of absolute joy. Backed by Wondermints, the respectful arrangements of those beautiful songs proved irresistible.Here's some others with their interpretations. #VinylCommunity #Vinylsky #BrianWilson

submitted 20 hours ago • 1 comment

A switch to #CD for this box set from '93. An absolute treasure trove with outtakes, rarities and radio spots. I paid half a week's wages for it in Tower Records, Piccadilly. I couldn't get up the M1 quick enough to devour it and spent months picking it apart. #VinylCommunity #Vinylsky #BrianWilson

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I've mentioned before that '77's 'Love You' left me cold on first listen, I suppose my teen brain wasn't ready for the gear shift. It was a few years before I revisited and it stuck. One of Brian's favourites, I now share his enthusiasm for it. It's wonderful. #VinylCommunity #VinylSky #BrianWilson

submitted 22 hours ago • 1 comment

From the age of around 16-21, no other band meant as much to me as The Beach Boys did. Obsessed, I devoured everything and anything associated with the erstwhile Pendletones. Brian's passing hits hard. A large part of my youth goes with him. Time for a wallow. #Vinylcommunity #Vinylsky #BrianWilson

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Post @stuartmaconie.bsky.social #Freakzone listening this week is a 2019 reissue of the debut LP from #SunRaAndHisArkestra accompanied by an Islay single malt or two. Slàinte! Have a great week brothers and sisters.x #VinylCommunity #VinylSky #NowPlaying #Jazz

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This week's pre @stuartmaconie.bsky.social #Freakzone listening is #SilverApples and their second album, 1969's "Contact". #VinylCommunity #Vinylsky #NowPlaying #Vinyl

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Pair of Radges..Anyway, As he does every week with #Fridayvinyl, #TheIncredibleJimmySmith closes #Thursdayvinyl. This week, our B-3 Brahmin is found in '68 and he's playing the standards. 'til next time then, stay safe, stay loose and stay lovely.x #VinylCommunity #Vinylsky #NowPlaying #Jazz

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I was all set to post my usual Jimmy Smith closer and call it a night, but this. This is box office stuff. U.S.A..U.S.A...etc... #Thursdayvinyl #VinylCommunity #Vinylsky #NowPlaying #AmericanGraffiti #Musk #Trump

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If ever there was a moment to post that Michael Jackson eating popcorn meme, it's now. Don't though.

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There are certain styles that go hand in glove with the seasons and, as the light nights approach their zenith, I try and cram in as much #Bossa as I can. Here's one of the progenitors of the '62 US Bossa craze. #Thursdayvinyl #VinylCommunity #Vinylsky #NowPlaying #StanGetz #CharlieByrd #Jazz

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Speaking of ace sticks-men, Ahmed Gallab (aka Sinkane) was the live drummer for #Caribou when I saw Dan Snaith & Co tour this LP at a legendary gig at Leeds Brudenell in 2007. One that lives long in the memory, it easily makes my top 5 all timers. #Thursdayvinyl #Vinylcommunity #Vinylsky

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I first heard Dungen offshoot #TheAmazing in 2010 shortly after the release of this, their second outing. I was instantly hooked on its folky-psych-shuffle groove, thanks in no small part to the jazz chops of drummer Moussa Fadera. #Thursdayvinyl #VinylCommunity #Vinylsky #NowPlaying

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I was hoping the new LP from #Pulp would arrive a day early but no dice. Never mind, I'll save it for next week. Instead, here's 1994's "His 'n' Hers". This record is indelibly tied to that Summer and is a massive evocation of 20/21 year old me. #Thursdayvinyl #VinylCommunity #Vinylsky #NowPlaying

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No #Fridayvinyl this week as I'm off to see the stage show "Something About Lennon" with the ol' bread-knife tomorrow evening. So once again, we have some #Thursdayvinyl. Appropriately, we begin with this. #Vinylcommunity #Vinylsky #NowPlaying #JohnLennon

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Time to hit the hay, but room for one more. You can listen to some albums at any time of day, but this requires, nay, demands, the sweet spot of the witching hour and a stiff one. (Fnarr). Have a great week, go canny.x #DonaldFagen #Vinylcommunity #Vinylsky #Nowplaying #NowSpinning

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Moondog leads me to #PrefabSprout and 1990's "Jordan:The Comeback". Just one of the most underrated albums ever in my book. It's Paddy at the top of his game. (I'm aware "Moondog" is about Presley and has no connection to Moondog himself btw). #Vinylcommunity #Vinylsky #Nowplaying #NowSpinning

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Another ace @stuartmaconie.bsky.social #Freakzone this week, the Espen Berg track in particular was beautiful. Some post listening then. The Viking of Sixth Avenue and the 1969 s/t LP which brought him to a wider audience. A true one-off. #Vinylcommunity #Vinylsky #NowPlaying #NowSpinning #Moondog

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Pre @stuartmaconie.bsky.social #Freakzone listening this week is #Radiophonic genius and #KPM royalty, #PaddyKingsland and his 1974 LP "Supercharged!". If I could have my own personal theme tune, it would be "The Earthmen" featured here. #Vinylcommunity #Vinylsky #NowPlaying #Nowspinning

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Once again, #TheIncredibleJimmySmith closes proceedings. This week, our Hammond Hercules is found on Blue Note in '59 and his cut featuring two live performances "The Sermon!". Have a smashing weekend and remember, stay safe, stay loose and stay lovely.x #Vinylcommunity #Vinylaky #Fridayvinyl #Jazz

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Hearing Louis Allen Rawls' baritone is one of my earliest musical memories. I can distinctly recall his '76 smash "You'll Never Find Another Love Like Mine" playing out at my local Odeon on my first ever cinema visit at age 4. (Pete's Dragon). #Fridayvinyl #VinylCommunity #Vinylsky #LouRawls

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Carrying on the Teenage Fanclub connection. Next up is their biggest influence. #BigStar and their second LP, '73's "Radio City". "I'm In Love With A Girl" vies for top spot in my favourite songs ever list. 1m 45s, just Alex and his guitar. Drop dead gorgeous. #Fridayvinyl #VinylCommunity #Vinylsky

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I'm staying in Glasgow for my next pick. After The Vaselines dissolved and Inspired by the Fannies early gigs, Eugene Kelly formed Captain America. Marvel came knocking and after a quick name change to #Eugenius, he released this, their ace debut, in '92. #Fridayvinyl #Vinylcommunity #Vinylsky

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#Fridayvinyl time! Here's an LP that turned 30 years old yesterday. When lead single "Sparky's Dream" was released the week previously, we knew we were in for something special. This went on to soundtrack that glorious summer (the third warmest on record). #Vinylcommunity #Vinylsky #TeenageFanclub

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..and all roads lead back to #TheBeatles Rubber Soul inspired Wilson to forge forward and create his next studio album (discounting the knocked off covers effort "Party!") "Pet Sounds". Well. That's been a thoroughly enjoyable couple of hours. Ta ta! #Vinylcommunity #Vinylsky #Nowplaying

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It's well known that Karen was a superb drummer, however the legend that is #HalBlaine was behind the kit for many of their studio recordings. Here he is as part of the wrecking crew on the record that truly began to confirm Brian Wilson's genius. #VinylCommunity #Vinylsky #NowPlaying #TheBeachBoys

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Might as well carry on with this six degrees of separation lark...Williams famously wrote some of #TheCarpenters biggest hits. As it's currently a rainy day and a Monday, this is proving irresistible. Perfect pop performed immaculately. #VinylCommunity #Vinylsky #NowPlaying

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#PaulWilliams shares similarities and sensibilities with Nilsson and indeed, wrote a short tribute to Harry on his '74 LP "Here Comes Inspiration". Here he is with his short lived band #TheHolyMackerel and their debut, and only release from 1968. #VinylCommunity #Vinylsky #NowPlaying

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The appearance of Nilsson's "Cuddly Toy" on my previous pick has influenced my next choice. His fourth, 1969's "Harry" is a mish mash of styles and contains one of my favourite fabs covers in the shape of McCartney's "Mother Nature's Son". #VinylCommunity #Vinylsky #NowPlaying #HarryNilsson

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