Vinyl-y

Vinyl-y

You ever wanted to talk to your favorite artist and ask them about the albums they love and why? Yeah, me too. I’m Annika Young. Welcome to Vinyl-y, a podcast where your favorite artists dissect the albums of their favorite artists.

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July 1, 2024 17 mins

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As we spin the final track on Vinyl-y Volume III, we look back on a season that transcended the boundaries of music. We've journeyed through conversations that inspired, challenged, and motivated listeners to become active participants in shaping their lives and communities. Good trouble needs a soundtrack. Until we spin again!

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Music maestro Patrick Leonard unplugged: From Madonna to solo stardom, hit-making to environmental advocacy. Tune in as this legendary producer-songwriter dishes on crafting pop classics, his new solo venture, and his passion for preserving our planet. It's an earful of insider stories and eco-consciousness you won't want to miss!

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June 17, 2024 13 mins

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Remember Rap City in the basement? Ever wonder whose basement they were in? Yeah, me too! 

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Singer, songwriter, social commentator and satirist, Dara Starr Tucker preaching the gospel of politics on a high note. 

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Juice is in the building! On this track of Vinyl-y Vol III, the NOLA native gets real about his freshman project "Be Intentional," going solo, and touring with the legendary Soul Rebels. We're talking big risks, big rewards, and the hustle it takes to make it. Tap in and get inspired!

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Ani DiFranco, the trailblazing singer-songwriter and activist left an indelible mark on the indie folk scene. In this mini podcast, we explore how DiFranco's powerful lyrics, genre-defying style, and unwavering commitment to social justice have shaped her groundbreaking career spanning over three decades.

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Legendary singer-songwriter Brenda Russell stopped by for conversation about her remarkable journey in the music industry. With a career spanning over four decades, Brenda shares candid stories and insights from her experiences working with iconic artists, creating timeless hits, and navigating the ever-changing landscape of the music business. 

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May 6, 2024 1 min

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Team Vinyl-y added a. duo to the squad. Rue & William, my favorite music and culture curators. They will help me pay homage to one of the greatest musicians, songwriterrs and vocalist. Can you guess who?


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This season, we're not just talking music; we're encouraging you to shape your life and activate change.Get ready for Vinyl-y Vol three! We're bringing you the conversations you love with artists, musicians, and more. 



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The best conversations always come with a side of music. We’re turning your playlist into a protest. Vol. III Spring 2024! 



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July 24, 2023 29 mins

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A audio book of a ride through the prose of Jeff Weiss for Pitchfork. A supreme album dissection of Supreme Clientele and Tony Stark. 

Music: Ghostface Killah, WuTang 
Voice of GFK: Qua
Produced By:  Aeon Reid, Jessica Sturgis
Production Assistant: Ajani Foster


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Issa wrap! Vinyl-y Vol II is in the archives! Shane, Rue, and Troy hung out Behind the Mic to chop about this season! 

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Urban radio juggernaut Maxx Myrick and Vinyl-y's Papa dropped by the studio to rap with me about his storied career in the industry and his adventures with the icon Prince. 

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It's part two of the chop up! Hip Hop turned 50 this year. Troy Pinckney is back behind the mic for the second half of our conversation with our co-host Dior Ashley Brown! Salute to the pioneer and trendsetter women who body the genre of Hip Hop! 

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Hip Hop turned 50 this year. I'm  chompin' at the roots of the culture with my friend and honorary professor of Hip Hop, Troy Pinckney. 

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My Mom and I chopped it up about a few of her faves featuring music by  Gregory Abbott, Earth Wind &  Fire and Marvin Gaye. 

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Perhaps best known as a founding member and bandleader of the genre bending artist collaborative "Black Folks Don’t Swim?", Sweet Corey-Bey (they/them/theirs), is a transgender musician and cultural organizer, based in West, Philly.  Music by:  Black Folks Don't Swim?, Janelle Monàe, Jill Scott,  Aeon Reid, and Sweet Corey-Bey.

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We bit into a  juicy piece of R & Beef at the kickback. Wanna taste?  🎧

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April is Jazz Appreciation Month and we appreciate the deeply rich vocals of artist/activist, Akua Allrich and her appreciate of the great Nina Simone. Music by:  Akua Allrich, Nina Simone' and Nancy Wilson and Aeon Reid. 

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