Polyphonic Press: Classic Album Reviews
Claim This Podcastby Jeremy Boyd & Jon VanDyk
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<p><strong>1,000 essential albums. One random generator. Zero escape.</strong> Jeremy Boyd and Jon VanDyk take a deep dive into the records that shaped music history one randomly selected choice at a time. Whether it’s a 60s psychedelic masterpiece or a 90s alternative powerhouse, we break down the lore, drop 5 fast facts, and give you the tracks that actually matter so you can sound like the smartest person at the record store. New episodes every Tuesday.</p>
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<p><strong>1,000 essential albums. One random generator. Zero escape.</strong> Jeremy Boyd and Jon VanDyk take a deep dive into the records that shaped music history one randomly selected choice at a time. Whether it’s a 60s psychedelic masterpiece or a 90s alternative powerhouse, we break down the lore, drop 5 fast facts, and give you the tracks that actually matter so you can sound like the smartest person at the record store. New episodes every Tuesday.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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