EPYSODE 56: "The New Hovering Dog" by B.J. Cole.
Guest: B.J. Cole.
Additional commentary by my twin brother Maurice.
This week we explore the adventurous 1972 solo album from legendary pedal steel guitarist BJ Cole. Known for his groundbreaking work with artists like Elton John, David Gilmour, and John Cale, he fused progressive rock, country, and experimental textures into one of the most unique records of the early ’70s.
With exclusive commentary from BJ himself, we uncover the inspirations, studio sessions, and collaborations that brought this cult classic to life. From its dazzling pedal steel work to its eclectic songwriting, this album remains a hidden gem for vinyl collectors and prog-country enthusiasts alike.
I hope you dig "The New Hovering Dog" as much as I do.
- Farmer John
===CONNECT & SUPPORT===
Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon using this link -->
patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic
Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/
Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/
Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast
Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social
And find us on X @VinylRelicsPod
Email me @ farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com
===LINKS===
Check out BJ's website here:
https://bjcole.co.uk
Brother Shaw’s YouTube video discussing lap steel vs. pedal steel guitars:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wgp2TfSU6_k
I used a portion of this clip from the “Read To Me” series. This installment is for Franz Kafka’s “Investigations Of A Dog”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GoSWBkb0tjc
I used a portion of Rick Beato’s video discussing “Tiny Dancer” from his “What Makes This Song Great” series:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dijrGXvSS-g&list=RDdijrGXvSS-g&start_radio=1
===THE MUSIC===
Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. There is no Spotify playlist for this Epysode as the featured album is not available.
WISHBONE ASH "The King Will Come"
BUCK OWENS "Together Again"
THE SHADOWS "Man Of Mystery"
THE SHADOWS "Apache"
BARNEY KESSEL "Heat Wave"
MERLE TRAVIS "Guitar Rag"
SANTO & JOHNNY "Sleep Walk"
PETE DRAKE "Forever"
MESSIAEN "Quartet For The End Of Time"
ALBERT LEE "Lay Lady Lay"
WILLIE NELSON "Night Life"
THE YARDBIRDS "Heart Full Of Soul"
THE FLYING BURRITO BROTHERS "Sin City"
COCHISE "Moment And The End"
COCHISE "Axiom Of Maria"
MICK GRABHAM "Let It All Down"
NICK DRAKE "Way To Blue"
BJ COLE "The Regal Progression"
BJ COLE "The Cold Mountain Mariner"
BJ COLE "Now You See Them, Now You Don't"
BJ COLE "Up On The Hill Where They Do Do The Boogie"
BJ COLE "You're Probably Lost"
BJ COLE "Five Pieces For Steel Guitar & Percussion"
BJ COLE "I Know Now"
BJ COLE "The East Winchley Tango"
ELTON JOHN "Tiny Dancer"
NAZARETH "Country Girl"
TRAPEZE "Coast To Coast"
JOAN ARMATRADING "Down To Zero"
THE VERVE "The Drugs Don't Work"
JERRY DAVID DeCICCA "Morning Locket"
BJ COLE "Window On The Deep"
TERRY REID "Faith To Arise"
??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out...
NEWPORT ELECTRIC "If Wishes Were Horses"
^ That's my band, this is shameless self-promotion!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices