Local Fidelity

Although Tom couldn't broadcast this episode live, he pre-recorded an episode featuring some tasty 7-inch singles, both new and old! This edition of Look At My Records! features music by Jane Church, The Meltaways, Alex Macfarlane, Parsnip, Flasher, False Tracks, The dB's, Wire, Ariel Pink, Jawbox, Spowder, Joy Cleaner, The Go-Betweens, and East River Pipe!

Full playlist: https://spinitron.com/export/rfb286-pl8556-CyxgpymN.html

On the July 21st edition of Look At My Records!, Tom chats with Brooklyn based singer-songwriter Rachel Angel. Rachel just released an incredible new EP entitled "Not Enough" on Human Noise Records in late April, and she stopped by the Radio Free Brooklyn studios to chat all about it! Tune in to hear all about the development of Rachel's sound, her recent tour with Fruit & Flowers, and the recording process behind "Not Enough." Rachel also played two songs live in studio, including a never before heard track from her next EP, which is scheduled for release later this year. Plus, Rachel made some great record picks, including classic songs by Silver Jews, Bob Dylan, Juan Wauters, and Chastity Belt. You can see Rachel performing live at The Glove on August 21st!

Full playlist: https://spinitron.com/export/rfb286-pl7330-R8IZNOXO.html

On the July 14th, 2018 edition of Look At My Records!, Tom welcomes Tasha and Zack of No Swoon to the RFB studio. This Brooklyn based dream-pop trio recently released two mesmerizing singles, "Still" and "Gold He Said." Tom and NS chatted about their formation, the development of their current sound, and their plans for the remainder of 2018. Plus, Tasha and Zack made some super excellent record selections from Beach House, Cocteau Twins, The Beatles, and Duke Ellington!

Stay tuned, No Swoon's next single drops in the next few weeks. You can also see them live on the Elsewhere Rooftop on Wednesday, August 8th with Rodes Rollins!

Full playlist: https://spinitron.com/export/rfb286-pl7254-A3b8xAa4.html

The first July episode of Look At My Records! pays tribute to the late Richard Swift, who sadly passed away on July 3rd at the age of 41. The July 7th edition also features new songs from Space Guest, Triptides, Salad Boys, Girl Ray, Renata Zeiguer, Wilder Maker, Mock Identity, and Young Scum! The program wraps up by jumping back in time with some classics from The Smithereens and Marshall Crenshaw. Tom closes the episode with well wishes for Elvis Costello as he battles his recent cancer diagnosis.

Full playlist: https://spinitron.com/export/rfb286-pl7170-nSqdzsjx.html

The June 30th, 2018 edition of Look At My Records! features songs from The Sadies and C.R. & The Degenerates, who blew Tom away during their June 29th gig at Monty Hall. Plus, more summertime-y tracks from Sarah Records veterans Another Sunny Day and The Sea Urchins, and Tom's all-time favorites The Feelies. Plus, brand new songs from The Essex Green, The Stroppies, Anna Burch, Say Sue Me, and Rachel Angel. Tom also sprinkled in some classics from The Dream Syndicate, The Golden Palominos, and a holiday-themed song from Galaxie 500.

Full playlist: https://spinitron.com/export/rfb286-pl7158-SBavxTba.html

On the June 23rd, 2018 edition of Look At My Records!, Tom plays a slew of new tunes from artists both near and far to Brooklyn. This episode features brand new songs from The Goon Sax, BOYTOY, Wild Pink, Trü, The RocknRoll HiFives, Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever, Resounding NO, Dentist, THICK, Hot Curl, DUSK, Las Rosas, and Champagne Superchillin'!

Full playlist: https://spinitron.com/export/rfb286-pl7167-pA1K9tHU.html

Tom previews day two and three of the Color Me Bushwick Festival with songs from No Swoon, Belle Mare, Jackie Mendoza, Hnry Flwr, Treads, Looms, and Grim Streaker. The second half of the episode features the infectious new single from New Zealand's The Beths, plus other summertime feel good jams from Velocity Girl, Triptides, Beaches, Bleached, and Twerps!

Full playlist: https://spinitron.com/export/rfb286-pl8558-CQe6TnI7.html

Tom chats with Sheen Marina about their 2017 album, "Travel Lightly," recent lineup changes, and their plans for 2018. The Brooklyn based math rock group has plans to release an EP in the coming months, and are playing Pianos on June 21st with Kyle Forrester. Plus, the group made some excellent picks, including XTC, Q And Not U, and Elvis Costello! Full playlist: https://spinitron.com/export/rfb286-pl8472-4QRPN6GF.html