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

In this episode - The Rutles, and a strong case for music as an educational tool of great depth and power. Featuring songs from the made-for-tv-movie All You Need Is Cash, this is a loving tribute to some music (and words) that very much mattered to me then, and now.

Thank goodness it still exists in the family archives.

Hosted by Alex Oliver (the "music man, record guy, host and curator") The Vinyl Playground Podcast, a series of "mix tape letters to family back home" which mixes equal parts classic popular music, history, education and critique.

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 Rutles :

1. Number One

2. I Must Be In Love

3. Love Life

4. Living In Hope

5. Piggy In The Middle

6. Another Day

7. Ouch!

All songs written by Neil Innes, and performed by The Rutles (Neil Innes, Ollie Hallsal; Ricky Fataar; and John Halsey).

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© ℗ 2025
Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl

Igor is in search of the "perfect set of love songs" to present to Friday, his girl friend, on Valentine's Day. Can Professor Music Man help his assistant with a little bit of ancient "mix-tape voodoo?" Featuring songs from the film Mad Monster Party, as well as Paul McCartney, The Four Tops, The Replacements, Minnie Riperton, Extreme, and Jefferson Airplane.

Happy Valentine's Day to you, and to Friday!

Alex (aka Professor Music Man is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:

https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profile

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 :

1. Never Was A Love Like Mine - Gail Garnett - 1966 - from the Mad Monster Party? soundtrack.

2. This One - Paul McCartney - 1989 - from Flowers In The Dirt

3. Today - Jefferson Airplane - 1967 - from Surrealistic Pillow

4. Kiss Me On The Bus - The Replacements - 1985 - from Tim

5. Ain't No Woman (Like The One I Got) - The Four Tops - 1972 - from Keeper of The Castle

6. Loving You - Minnie Riperton - 1974 - from Perfect Angel

7. More Than Words - Extreme - 1990 - from Pornograffiti


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© ℗ 2025
Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl

In this TVP - Christmas Eve - we "little terrors" of the family each receive the gift of opening only one present before Christmas Day . Plus, a beautiful rendition of O Holy Night by Trombone Shorty. Cheers from here and Happy Holidays!

Alex is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:

https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profile

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 :

1. "O Holy Night" - Trombone Shorty (lyrics by Placide Cappeau with music by Adolphe Adams) - song written in 1847.


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In this TVP - A short look (and listen) at 3 classic tunes from 3 classic animated Christmas specials . Plus childhood holiday memories of "picking and choosing" which cartoons to watch. Cheers from here and Happy Holidays!

Alex is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:

https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profile

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 :

1. "Christmas Time Is Here," from A Charlie Brown Christmas - The Vince Guaraldi Trio (written by V. Guaraldi and L. Mendelson ) - 1965

2. "You're A Mean One, Mr. Grinch," from How The Grinch Stole Christmas - Thurl Ravenscroft (written by A. Hague and T. Geisel) - 1966

3. "Heat Miser," from The Year Without A Santa Claus - George S. irving (written by Maury Laws) - 1974


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© ℗ 2024
Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl

In this TVP - A trip to Sears & Roebuck, some history on Eartha Kitt's holiday classic "Santa Baby," and of course, pictures with Santa Claus! Cheers from here and Happy Holidays!

Alex is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:

https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profile

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 :

1. Santa Baby · Eartha Kitt with Henri Rene and His Orchestra (written by Joan Javits and Philip Springer)

℗ Originally released 1953.
All rights reserved by RCA Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment


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© ℗ 2024
Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl

In this TVP - A Christmas road trip to Candy Cane Lane, singing dogs, and Uncle's flatulence make for a very difficult "read through" when the mic is on and "live." Apologies for the foul-ups, bleeps, blunders and giggles. Happy Holidays!

Alex is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at:

https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profile

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 :

1. Jingle Bells · Don Charles Presents The Singing Dogs (Composer, Lyricist: Traditional)

℗ Originally released 1955.
All rights reserved by RCA Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment

Released on: 2013-11-19

Associated Performer: Don Charles and the Singing Dogs
Composer, Lyricist: Traditional

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© ℗ 2024
Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl