When the shelf space was clear, almost 1000 vinyl LPs were donated to Goodwill and Salvation Army, or traded for credit at my favorite record store.

This left a LOT of empty space to fill on my record shelves. Meaning? A trip to the record shop, and 3 new additions to help reconstruct The Vinyl Playground.

Hosted by Alex Oliver (the "music man, record guy, host and curator"), The Vinyl Playground Podcast is equal parts education and "coming of age" stories guided by the host's visits to his local vinyl record store.

For music fans both young and older, music is the softest shoulder. Tune in, and let's discover some music together.

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Question? Comments? Insults? Please, feel free to contact me at:
musicmanalex@cox.net
as well as https://www.facebook.com/alexoliver68/

Trimordial Studio Las Vegas - comfortable space, excellent talent on staff, reasonable prices. Please find them here at:

https://www.facebook.com/trimordial

The name Southwest Sabor reflects their goal of featuring not only New Mexico's cuisine but also the signature dishes of other Southwest states. Plus they deliver! Check out their menu of delicious dishes at:

https://www.facebook.com/southwestsabor

Knowledgeable and friendly, you will remember the name Michelle Spivey – Realtor.A new home is just a contact away – FIND Michelle Spivey, Realtor at (702)205-5598, or at the following:

http://www.MichelleSpivey.realtor/
MichelleSpiveyLV@gmail.com

No copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.

Includes portions of the following songs from the following albums :

From American Beauty, Grateful Dead, (1970)

1. "Truckin'" (written by Garcia, Hunter, Weir, Lesh)

2. "Sugar Magnolia" (written by Garcia, Hunter, Weir, Lesh)

From Toys In The Attic, Aerosmith, (1975)

3. "Walk This Way" (written by Steven Tyler, Joe Perry)

4. "Toys In The Attic" (written by Steven Tyler, Joe Perry)

From Moondance, Van Morrison, (1970)

5. "Moondance" (song written and performed by Van Morrison)

6. "Caravan" (song written and performed by Van Morrison)

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Background music includes small portions of the following songs:

"Helicopter" by Poppermost.
"Melancholy Serenade" by King Curtis
"Annoula" by Poppermost
"Space Rhumba" by Hoyt Curtain

This podcast
© ℗ 2026
Written by Alex Oliver

Dedicated to my mentor of 40 plus years, this special episode answers the question "How am I important to you" with great musical tracks from The Band; Cream; Crosby Stills & Nash; Todd Rundgren and The Steve Miller Band.

Question? Comments? Insults? Please, feel free to contact me at:

musicmanalex@cox.net
as well as https://www.facebook.com/alexoliver68/

Trimordial Studio Las Vegas - comfortable space, excellent talent on staff, reasonable prices. Please find them here at:

https://www.facebook.com/trimordial

The name Southwest Sabor reflects their goal of featuring not only New Mexico's cuisine but also the signature dishes of other Southwest states. Plus they deliver! Check out their menu of delicious dishes at:

https://www.facebook.com/southwestsabor

No copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.

Includes portions of the following songs by the following artists :

1. "Up On Cripple Creek" (written by Jaime Robbie Robertson) performed by The Band

2. "Look Out Cleveland" (written by Jamime Robbie Robertson) performed by The Band

3. "Sunshine of Your Love" (written by Jack Bruce and Peter Brown) performed by Cream

4. "SWLABR" (written by Jack Bruce and Peter Brown) performed by Cream

5. "Suite: Judy Blue Eyes (song written by Stephen Stills) performed by Crosby Stills & Nash

6. "Long Time Gone (written by David Crosby) performed by Crosby Stills & Nash

7. "I Saw The Light" (written by Todd Rundgren) performed by Todd Rundgren (quite literally)

8. "Wolfman Jack" (written by Todd Rundgren) Todd Rundgren (again, quite literally)

9. "Living In The USA" (written by Steve Miller) performed by The Steve Miller Band

10. "My Friend" (written by Boz Scaggs and Jim Peterman) performed by The Steve Miller Band


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Background music: "Helicopter" by Poppermost.
© ℗ 2018

This podcast
© ℗ 2026
Written by Alex Oliver

Through Mark Volman, and the music of The Turtles, I learned how to grow, and “grow past myself.”

It took years, but I learned to stop worrying about my physical appearance, get out of my own way, be a musician, and play for “love of the song.”

I owe a lot to Mark Volman. My confidence boosted when I found out about him, and his history even past the Turtles.

And I will miss him walking around on this Earth.

Cheers and salud, Mr. Volman.

Hosted by Alex Oliver (the "music man, record guy, host and curator"), The Vinyl Playground Podcast is a series of "mix tape letters to family back home." Also known as "TVP," this podcast is equal parts classic popular music, history, education and "coming of age" stories guided by music and education.

For music fans both young and older, music is the softest shoulder. Tune in, and let's discover some music together.

Question? Comments? Insults? Please, feel free to contact me at:

musicmanalex@cox.net
as well as https://www.facebook.com/alexoliver68/

Trimordial Studio Las Vegas - comfortable space, excellent talent on staff, reasonable prices. Please find them here at:

https://www.facebook.com/trimordial

The name Southwest Sabor reflects their goal of featuring not only New Mexico's cuisine but also the signature dishes of other Southwest states. Plus they deliver! Check out their menu of delicious dishes at:

https://www.facebook.com/southwestsabor

No copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.

Includes portions of the following songs by the Turtles :

1. "You Baby" (written by P.F. Sloan and Steve Barri)

2. "Happy Together" (written by Garry Bonner and Alan Gordon)

3. "Elenore" (written by Howard Kaylan, Mark Volman, Al Nichol, Jim Pons, and John Barbata)

4. "She'd Rather Be with Me" (written by Garry Bonner and Alan Gordon)

5. Outside Chance (song written by Glenn Crocker and Warren Zevon)

6. You Showed Me (written by Gene Clark and Roger McGuinn)


All sound recordings owned by Flo & Eddie Inc.

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Background music: "Animal" by Poppermost.
© ℗ 2018

This podcast
© ℗ 2025
Written by Alex Oliver