Let The Music Oracles Speak: The January Vinyl Spin Challenge Thread

[Fleetwood-Matt]

Day 10 - David Bowie



St Vincent - St Vincent

“Never lower your mask until you have another ready beneath it” and “Cultivate strangeness and beauty will follow”

 

[Turbo]

January 12: Patti Smith

Blondie "Eat To The Beat" (1979 Chrysalis; 2022 box set reissue)
Going with another 70's CBGB artist for this prompt, part of the early new wave rebellion.

 

[LeeVing]

January 12: Patti Smith

I know some of you have the Speakers Corner pressings of Horses - so I'll leave that one still available.

Patti Smith Group ‎– Easter
Arista ‎– AB4171, 1978

White Label Promo

Cut at Sterling
Pressed at Columbia, Santa Maria

 

[Fleetwood-Matt]

Day 11 - Kendrick Lamar



Beyoncé - RENAISSANCE

“Don’t demand respect, command it”

 

[LeSamourai]

January 11: Kendrick Lamar

BADBADNOTGOOD & Ghostface Killah - Sour Soul

Going for an album where hip-hop and jazz connect in more than just samples, like on a lot of Kendrick Lamar's stuff.

 

[Matt M]

January 11: Kendrick Lamar
The D.O.C. - No One Can Do It Better

 

[Matt M]

January 12: Patti Smith

Patti Smith - Curated by Record Store Day

This actually sounds really good.

 

[avecigrec]

January 11: Kendrick Lamar
The D.O.C. - No One Can Do It Better

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Almost went with this one!

 

[scotthilk]

Weekend Oracle incoming...

January 13: Bruce Springsteen



Bruce Springsteen, renowned for his unparalleled contributions to rock music and his role as a prominent singer-songwriter, has left an indelible mark as a global icon. His distinctive voice and dynamic performances, coupled with poignant lyrics, have garnered him fame that soared with albums like "Born to Run" and "Born in the U.S.A.," addressing themes of working-class struggles and the American experience. Beyond his musical prowess, Springsteen's legacy extends to activism, where he champions social causes and inspires a sense of unity through his art.

His influence extends far beyond the stage, earning him the title of "The Boss" and solidifying his status as a cultural icon. Springsteen's enduring legacy is not only in chart-topping hits but also in the profound connection he establishes with people through his art, fostering a sense of unity and shared experience. As he continues to create and perform, Bruce Springsteen remains a beacon in the world of music, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of his fans.

It's the weekend. Let's pay homage to The Boss! Spin whatever does that for you, or whatever this card reminds you of.

 

[scotthilk]

Weekend Oracle incoming...

January 13: Bruce Springsteen

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Bruce Springsteen, renowned for his unparalleled contributions to rock music and his role as a prominent singer-songwriter, has left an indelible mark as a global icon. His distinctive voice and dynamic performances, coupled with poignant lyrics, have garnered him fame that soared with albums like "Born to Run" and "Born in the U.S.A.," addressing themes of working-class struggles and the American experience. Beyond his musical prowess, Springsteen's legacy extends to activism, where he champions social causes and inspires a sense of unity through his art.

His influence extends far beyond the stage, earning him the title of "The Boss" and solidifying his status as a cultural icon. Springsteen's enduring legacy is not only in chart-topping hits but also in the profound connection he establishes with people through his art, fostering a sense of unity and shared experience. As he continues to create and perform, Bruce Springsteen remains a beacon in the world of music, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of his fans.

It's the weekend. Let's pay homage to The Boss! Spin whatever does that for you, or whatever this card reminds you of.

Now the cards are just messing with me…

I was tidying up up my office / music room for the day and realized I forgot to change my music chord calendar. Went over to do it, and…

 

[jfitzy]

January 12: Patti Smith

“explore music by an artist you're less acquainted with but eager to discover.”

Paul Chambers - Bass on Top

I let my girlfriend pick for this category. Since we’ve been dating she’s been enjoying listening to a lot more jazz. So she picked one of my many jazz records.

 

[LeeVing]

January 13: Bruce Springsteen

Getting this is a little early - just in case we lose power. We're supposed to get some bad weather and we lose power with ice frequently.

Bruce Springsteen – Born To Run
Columbia – PC 33795, 1975

White Label Promo

Cut at Master Cutting Room
Pressed at Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Santa Maria

 

[Jan]

January 13: Bruce Springsteen


I am a huge springsteen Fan and have a lot of his records but came to appreciate him pretty late and the album that I first had of him and that triggered me to go back through his discography was Ghost of tom joad that I Fell in love with when it came out on 95. Fun fast. Saw bruce live only once about 10 years ago in may a week after my wedding and me mentioning jokingly to many people that I'm so excited about may because we are finally seeing springsteen.

 

[Nee Lewman]

January 13: Bruce Springsteen

Getting this is a little early - just in case we lose power. We're supposed to get some bad weather and we lose power with ice frequently.

Bruce Springsteen – Born To Run
Columbia – PC 33795, 1975

White Label Promo

Cut at Master Cutting Room
Pressed at Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Santa Maria

Godspeed and good luck!

 

[Nee Lewman]

Day 13

Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band - Hammersmith Odeon, London ‘75

 

[Jan]

Day 13
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Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band - Hammersmith Odeon, London ‘75

How do you like that one. That might be one i need as well

 

[Wes C. Attle]

January 11: Kendrick Lamar

Anderson Paak - Oxnard



Sometimes I’ll get Kendrick and Anderson mixed up because their voices can sound similar. Kendrick is featured on “Tints” on this record

 

[gafacaode]

January 6: James Brown

Little Beaver - Party Down

 

[Nee Lewman]

How do you like that one. That might be one i need as well

It’s very good. Well worth the $25 I spent on four discs. Would pay retail.

 

[Wes C. Attle]

January 12: Patti Smith

R.E.M. - New Adventures In Hi-Fi



Well, since I can’t play Horses or Easter, this is the next best thing. Patti Smith was known to be a huge influence on R.E.M. She was featured on “E-Bow the Letter” on this record and she even helped them close out their career by appearing on the last song on their final album