Guest Marissa Mele returns to the podcast as we discuss Nigerian jùjú musician King Sunny Adé. We look at the origins of his music and explore how this pioneering worldbeat figure found international acclaim in the 1980s.  

Guest Bailey Miller helps us finally pick a Neil Young album to feature. This country music album has an interesting backstory and a few trucks up its sleeve.  

Mark T. Weathersby aka DJ Mahogany is back with another all-time favorite album of his: Dusty Sprinfield's 1970 release, A Brand New Me. Recorded in Philadelphia following the critical success of Dusty in Memphis, this album received a lukewarm reception upon release and remains a hidden gem. Come celebrate the hits that should have been with us!  

Ike Turner returns for a long-overdue episode on Linda Ronstadt. While she was a titan of the 1970s, her musical journey went well beyond her time at the top of the charts, and much of it has been overlooked. We listen to cuts from her best-selling album while exploring the various genres to which she applied her incredible vocal range. 

Co-host Jeremy brings us a mid-1960s release by foundational jazz pianist, Earl "Fatha" Hines. Recorded during his comeback period, this is just one of over 100 releases from the legend.  

Co-host Sean spins selections from American singer-songwriter Danny O'Keefe's 1972 album. O'Keefe. The inclusion of his hit song "Good Time Charlie's Got the Blues" ensured this LP would become widely available and it turns out the entire album is worthwhile.  

Co-host Sean leads the way through a very New Age Christmas, with selections from Paul Horn, Brian Keane, John McCutcheon, and Mannheim Steamroller.  

Lola Kinks brings some holiday cheer to our season 7 Christmas episode. We unwrap albums from a wide array of genres: soul, country, funk, and easy listening.  

Taylor Rowley returns for a long-overdue album feature: singer Maria Muldaur’s 1973 self-titled solo debut. Recorded at a transitional point in her career, the album was a surprise hit due to its lead single “Midnight at the Oasis,” but a deep dive proves it an enjoyable and varied listen from beginning to end.  

In a now proud IBT tradition, co-host Jeremy brings a New Age album. This time he has selected a 1981 release by Japanese composer, arranger, and producer Kitarō. Known for his electronic instrumental music, we sample his sound as we learn his fascinating story.