My David Bowie story
About the first time I heard Bowie.
Music
The Ohm — v1.0++
Dr. Marcus Chen has found something strange in the code. And he's here to tell us what we all are.
The Ohm — The View
Janna's silent voyage beyond Earth's illusions towards infinity. A captivating part of Paul Rosenberg's The Breaking Dawn; second track is in Slovak.
Free Fall Through the Ruliad Branch
Free-fall through the ruliad branch — autumn leaves fallen from the Merkle trees.
The Ohm — ...and then we merged with the stars
An artefact to tame entropy.
Playlist: Americana
A selection of punk rock to compliment the Offspring. Some of their influences and contemporaries, plus a few artists that likely drew some inspiration from them somewhere.
Playlist: Some Girls
Hopefully disco and post-punk isn't too jarring on the same playlist. We're confident you'll let us know if it sucks.
HWSC presents: Vinyl Buyer's Guide
Part 1: Club Vinyl Part 2: Vinyl in the Wild (TBD) https://fountain.fm/show/CO1lxw2tnqYM8e06mJpJ
Americana
Logues here, we're running episode 2. My theory is that deep down, every punk rock musician you know is a theater kid. This is the Offspring's "art" record, and it's arguably their best. Tune in for surprising (or not surprising) comparisons to thrash metal. Spin something.
Playlist: I'm New Here
Inspirations, contemporaries, and successors. Including but not limited to: Langston Hughes, Skip James, Billie Holiday, Howlin' Wolf, John Coltrane, Velvet Underground, Leadbelly, Robert Johnson, Bobby "Blue" Bland, Muddy Waters, Son House, Blind Willie Johnson...
Contributor Spotlight
Decorated member of the HWSC and host of the Hot Wax podcast.
Introducing: Hotwax
A podcast about value. We talk about music and vinyl records. Broadcasting from the Hot Wax Social Club.
Companion: I'm New Here
Extra information for the episode
I'm New Here
Doors are now open at the Hot Wax, and this is the maiden episode. We're talking about I'm New Here by Gil Scott-Heron. It seemed like a poetic start to the podcast. This thing is like watching a movie with your ears, and I think it's got something for everybody. This specific copy: XL Recordings gatefold (catalog XLLP471) .
Ep 3 "Some Girls" Now Playing on Fountain.fm and everywhere
Hey it's Logues here, and the Club is open again for episode 3. Today I want to talk about The Rolling Stones. There's a good chance you're thinking "Who?" or "Oh brother, must we continue to milk this poor chapped teat?" But listen, this band is important to the philosophy of the Club and this program and I'll tell you a little more about that. And their album Some Girls is a Rolling Stones starter pack if you're uninitiated. Let your hair down and maybe give this one a spin.... Extra info for this episode will be posted to Nostr (long form events) as well as to the club site at https://hotwax.club This specific copy (as far as I can tell): COC 39108 https://www.discogs.com/release/2399029-The-Rolling-Stones-Some-Girls LP, Album, 2nd Version (Faces Removed)
Companion: Some Girls
Extra information to go along with the podcast (continues below the photos). This specific copy (as far as I can tell): COC 39108 https://www.discogs.com/release/2399029-The-Rolling-Stones-Some-Girls LP, Album, 2nd Version (Faces Removed) Condition: Vinyl, sleeve, insert, and cover are all somewhere between Very Good Plus (VG+) and Very Good (VG). It sounds very good, with little to no surface noise.
The Sound Beneath the Static
SoundCloud started as a free and open music playground where anyone could upload and get heard. It helped launch SoundCloud rap and indie stars. Over time spam, legal fights, and Spotify competition weakened it. It still exists but lost much of its original underground magic.
What Happens After You Win The Voice?
TV talent shows sell instant stardom, but most winners fade fast. Contracts offer limited support, and labels move on quick. Only a few break through, often non-winners. Most shift to steady music work or leave. Real careers today come from independent, long-term, self-driven paths.
