Classic Vinyl Podcast

I’m Looking Through You — Part 2 Our deep dive into “I’m Looking Through You” continues as Justin, Austin, and Tyler head back into EMI Studios to explore how The Beatles finally turned Paul McCartney’s song into the version we know from Rubber Soul . We get into the November 1965 remake, the instruments and recording techniques behind the finished track, the little details worth listening for on headphones, and the differences between the mono and stereo versions. And then there are those famous false starts. Why did American listeners hear something at the beginning of “I’m Looking Through You” that British listeners didn’t? We look at one of the most memorable quirks of Capitol’s American Rubber Soul and how an apparent mistake became part of the song for a generation of Beatles fans. Finally, we step back and ask where “I’m Looking Through You” belongs in Paul McCartney’s development as a songwriter — and why this relatively unassuming album track tells us so much about where The Beatles were headed next. This is Part 2 of our deep dive into “I’m Looking Through You.”

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast, Justin and Austin take a look at The Who and their 1966 song “I’m a Boy.” We’ll dig into Pete Townshend’s unusual concept behind the song, how it fits into The Who’s rapidly evolving mid-’60s sound, and the mix of sharp pop hooks, powerful playing, and offbeat storytelling that made the band so distinctive. Along the way, we’ll talk about the recording, the meaning behind the lyrics, and why “I’m a Boy” remains one of The Who’s most fascinating early singles.

I’m Looking Through You — Part 1 This week on Revolution , Justin, Austin, and Tyler dig into Paul McCartney’s “I’m Looking Through You,” one of the great overlooked tracks from Rubber Soul . We explore the song’s connection to Paul’s increasingly strained relationship with Jane Asher, the surprisingly mature and direct lyrics, and how a catchy, upbeat recording disguises a song about realizing that someone you love has changed. We’ll also look at where the song fits into the remarkable creative leap The Beatles were making in 1965, Paul’s changing approach to songwriting, and the first version of “I’m Looking Through You” that The Beatles recorded — and ultimately abandoned. We’re not Beatles experts — just three fans digging into the music, history, and stories, seeing where they take us. And with Tyler experiencing much of the Beatles story with relatively fresh ears, there’s always a different perspective at the table. This is Part 1 of our deep dive into “I’m Looking Through You.”

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast, Justin and Austin take a look at The Grass Roots and their 1969 hit “I’d Wait a Million Years.” We’ll dig into the story behind the song, the band’s rise during the late ’60s, and the polished mix of pop, rock, and soul that helped make The Grass Roots one of the era’s most recognizable hitmakers. Along the way, we’ll talk about the recording, the musicians behind it, and why “I’d Wait a Million Years” remains such a great snapshot of late-’60s pop-rock.

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast, Justin and Tyler take a look at Chicago Transit Authority and their song “Beginnings.” We’ll dig into how Robert Lamm wrote the song, how it came together on the band’s 1969 debut album, and how Chicago’s mix of rock, jazz, soul, and horns helped give “Beginnings” its unmistakable sound. Along the way, we’ll talk about the early days of the band, the recording, and why this song still stands as one of the great examples of what made Chicago so different right from the start.

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast, Justin and Tyler crank up one of the most unmistakable hard-rock anthems of the early ’70s: Mountain’s “Mississippi Queen.” We dig into the band behind the song, Leslie West’s massive guitar sound, Felix Pappalardi’s production and musicianship, and the cowbell-driven groove that helped turn the track into a rock-radio staple. We’ll also look at how “Mississippi Queen” came together, what made Mountain such an important bridge between late-’60s blues rock and the heavier sound of the 1970s, and why this short, explosive track still hits just as hard more than five decades later.

Please check out our new Beatles Podcast titled Revolution. This is a podcast about the music, history, culture, and incredible story of The Beatles. Join Justin, Austin, and Tyler as we dig into the songs, albums, recording sessions, people, places, and moments that made The Beatles the most influential band in music history — and explore the culture that surrounded them, the world they helped change, and why their influence continues more than half a century later. We’re not Beatles historians or experts — we’re fans who love the music, love discovering the stories behind it, and enjoy seeing where those stories take us. And with Tyler coming to the show as a relative Beatles novice, we get to experience some of that music and history through fresh ears along the way. Whether you’ve been a Beatles fan your entire life, know a handful of songs, or are just beginning to discover what all the fuss is about, you’re welcome to come along. We’ll explore the Beatles story one piece at a time, have some fun, learn a few things, and see where it takes us. Welcome to Revolution.

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast and our Meet The Beatles series, Justin and Tyler listen to and review side two of the Beatles great album Revolver. Give it a listen and let us know what you think.

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast, Justin and Tyler return with their Meet The Beatles series and tackle the band's 7th studio album Revolver. Give it a listen and let us know what you think.

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast, Justin is once again joined by his son Austin to listen to and review Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers 1978 song Listen To Her Heart. Give it a listen and let us know what you think.

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast, Justin is joined by his son Austin to listen to and review Steely Dan and their popular 1973 hit song Reeling In The Years. Give it a listen and let us know what you think.

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast, Justin and Tyler listen to and review Ides of March and their 1970 hit song Vehicle. Give it a listen and let us know what you think.

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast, Justin and Tyler listen to and review The Velvet Underground and their controversial 1967 song Heroin. Give it a listen and let us know what you think of this song.

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast, Justin and Tyler travel back to 1962 to listen to and discuss The Beach Boys and one of their earliest hits, 409. Give it a listen and let us know what you think.

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast, Justin and Tyler take an actual Journey to 1978 to listen to and discuss Journey and their first hit song Wheel In The Sky. Give it a listen and let us know what you think.

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast, Justin and Tyler listen to and review The Kinks and their 1966 summer song Sunny Afternoon. Give it a listen and let us know what you think of it.

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast, Justin and Tyler listen to and review The Edgar Winter Group and Frankenstein. "Frankenstein" by The Edgar Winter Group is a groundbreaking 1973 instrumental rock single famous for its synthesizer riff and innovative tape-splicing construction. It was originally an extended jam session before being tightened into a 45 RPM edit that hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Give it a listen and let us know what you think.

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast and our Meet the Beatles series, Justin and Tyler listen to and review the band's 1966 singles Paperback Writer and Rain. Give them a listen and let us know what you think.

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast, Justin and Tyler listen to and review Donovan and his hit 1966 song Sunshine Superman. Give it a listen and let us know what you think.

This week on Classic Vinyl Podcast, Justin and Tyler listen to and review CCR and their song Effigy off of their 1969 album Willy and The Poor Boys. Give it a listen and let us know what you think.