Welcome back to the Puget Sounds Podcast! In our seventh episode, hosts Ryan Leaf and Gary Nakanelua dive into a variety of engaging topics, perfect for music enthusiasts and pop culture fans.

1. Record Store Day Highlights:

   • Discussing the treasures found during the two recent Record Store Days, including vinyl releases from Tyler Childers, Post Malone, Art Tatum, Brother Jack McDuff, and Pearl Jam.
   • Ryan Leaf shares his jazz collection additions and the unique Record Store Day experience in Spokane.

2. Local and Live Music Events:

   • Exciting upcoming concerts in the Pacific Northwest, including the Avett Brothers, Cage the Elephant, and Gregory Alan Isakov.
   • Ryan Leaf and Gary Nakanelua reminisce about memorable concert experiences at iconic venues like Red Rocks and the Ryman Auditorium.

3. In Memoriam:

   • Paying tribute to the late Steve Albini, the legendary engineer behind iconic albums from Nirvana, Pixies, and more.

4. Music Industry News:

   • Analyzing the heated Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake rap battle, discussing the implications and lyrical prowess on display.
   • Reflecting on the crossover of artists into country music, featuring Post Malone’s Stagecoach performance and Beyonce’s foray into country.

5. Personal Stories and Insights:

   • Ryan Leaf's impromptu Hawaiian jam session with Weird Al Yankovic's guitarist.
   • The importance of supporting local artists through physical media purchases in the streaming age.

Join us for a lively discussion on the latest in music, local events, and cultural insights. Don’t miss out on the passionate banter and deep dives into the world of music.

Catch us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. For show notes and more, visit our website.

Hosts Ryan Leaf and Gary Nakanelua discuss the 50th anniversary of hip-hop in this episode of the Puget Sounds Podcast. They share their recent crate-digging finds, including records from Don Shirley, Public Enemy, and James Brown. The hosts also discuss the recent 50th-anniversary concert, highlighting Lauryn Hill, Common, T.I., Snoop Dogg, Slick Rick, and Run DMC performances. They discuss artists for those exploring hip-hop, including Jurassic 5, A Tribe Called Quest, DJ Premier, Outkast, and Wu-Tang Clan. Ryan shares an interesting experience with Redman.

Catch the playlist with all the songs mentioned in this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6CQYkyh4PsFaqKqrbP8FMH?si=8fa5663202444454

You can watch the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop concert on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgGyYGPTXCg&ab_channel=MassAppeal.

Shout outs

KEXP's 50 Years of Hip-Hop podcast - https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/50-years-of-hip-hop/

Flying Spiders - http://www.theflyingspiders.com/

Richard Bravo - https://www.instagram.com/richbravoart/?hl=en

In this episode of the Puget Sounds Podcast, hosts Ryan Leaf and Gary Nakanelua continue their interview with Andy Orozco, an internationally recognized multi-instrumentalist from the Puget Sound area. Andy discusses his journey in the music industry, including his success on mp3.com and collaborating with a producer for international licensing. He shares his creative process and passion for scoring movies, finding inspiration in composers like Danny Elfman. The conversation also explores the therapeutic aspect of music and its ability to connect with people. The hosts then shift the discussion to their experiences with the grunge music scene in the Puget Sound area, reminiscing about favorite bands and memorable concerts.

You can listen to Andy's music on Spotify here.