Albums Under The Radar

Think Rod Stewart is just hairspray, disco balls, and leopard print? Think again. In this episode, we dive deep into 1970’s Gasoline Alley—the rugged, acoustic-driven masterpiece recorded by Rod alongside his brothers-in-arms in The Faces. We break down the track-by-track brilliance, explore why this rustic folk-rock gem got overshadowed by "Maggie May," and celebrate a singular moment when pub hours and raw rock 'n' roll collided. Grab a pint and tune in!Listen to this album & songs we played on this episode on our Spotify channel hereEmail us at: [email protected] Under The Radar website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.comFollow us on:   X / Twitter  -  Instagram  -  Tik TokNew shows approximately twice a month.

What if The Clash’s biggest commercial album was actually meant to be a sprawling, dub-heavy double LP? In this episode of Albums Under the Radar, we step inside the sessions for Rat Patrol from Fort Bragg to unearth Mick Jones’ original vision for their new lp in 1982. We break down the unreleased 16-track master, explore session outtakes, untangle internal band strife, and trace how it was overhauled into the multi-platinum hit Combat Rock.Listen to this album & songs we played on this episode on our Spotify channel hereEmail us at: [email protected] Under The Radar website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.comFollow us on:   X / Twitter  -  Instagram  -  Tik TokNew shows approximately twice a month.

Welcome to the premiere of Albums Under The Radar: On The Fringe, a special series uncovering hidden gems and records on the outer edge.In this episode, we step away from sprawling records to explore a 1952 masterpiece hiding in plain sight: Billie Holiday Sings. Clocking in at just 8 songs and 26 minutes, this album delivers the ultimate sound of less saying more. Join us as we dive into Billie Holiday's overlooked 1950s album era, her legendary collaborations with Lester "Prez" Young, and why this specific record is a hidden treasure trove waiting to be discovered.Listen to this album & songs we played on this episode on our Spotify channel hereEmail us at: [email protected] Under The Radar website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.comFollow us on:   X / Twitter  -  Instagram  -  Tik TokNew shows approximately twice a month.

John Lennon’s Plastic Ono Band: Brutally Naked captures John on his first solo outing leaving nothing behind but the truth. Plastic Ono Band is raw, painful, fearless, and brutally honest. We go inside the making of Lennon’s landmark 1970 album, from primal scream therapy and the Beatles breakup to Ringo, Phil Spector, and songs that helped usher in the punk and grunge movements that changed rock forever.Listen to this album & songs we played on this episode on our Spotify channel hereEmail us at: [email protected] Under The Radar website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.comFollow us on:   X / Twitter  -  Instagram  -  Tik TokNew shows approximately twice a month.

What if Bob Dylan had shown Oh Mercy a little more mercy?In 1989, Dylan and producer Daniel Lanois recorded an album full of mystery, atmosphere—and a handful of songs that never made the final cut.So what happens when we put “Series of Dreams,” “Dignity,” “God Knows,” and “Born in Time” back where they might have belonged?Welcome to Have Mercy—the Oh Mercy that should have been.Listen to this album & songs we played on this episode on our Spotify channel hereEmail us at: [email protected] Under The Radar website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.comFollow us on:   X / Twitter  -  Instagram  -  Tik TokNew shows approximately twice a month.

After Harvest turned Neil Young into a superstar, he did something few artists would dare: he headed for the ditch.Recorded in the aftermath of the deaths of Danny Whitten and Bruce Berry, Tonight’s the Night is raw, ragged, intimate and unlike anything Neil had made before. We’ll follow the strange chronology from Harvest and Time Fades Away through Tonight’s the Night, On the Beach and the shelved Homegrown—and discover how one of Neil Young’s darkest albums became one of his most enduring.Listen to this album & songs we played on this episode on our Spotify channel hereEmail us at: [email protected] Under The Radar website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.comFollow us on:   X / Twitter  -  Instagram  -  Tik TokNew shows approximately twice a month.

Pink Floyd’s A Saucerful of Secrets captures a band in transition—and Syd Barrett’s final album with Pink Floyd. With David Gilmour arriving, experimental soundscapes emerging, and the seeds of the Floyd we know taking root, this strange and fascinating 1968 album deserves another listen.Listen to this album & songs we played on this episode on our Spotify channel hereEmail us at: [email protected] Under The Radar website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.comFollow us on:   X / Twitter  -  Instagram  -  Tik TokNew shows approximately twice a month.

What if the Rolling Stones had released an album built entirely from their Chess Studios recordings? In this episode of Albums Under the Radar, we imagine The Lost Stones Album: The Legendary Chess Sessions, exploring the band’s 1964 and ’65 recordings in Chicago and the blues roots that shaped their sound. It’s a fresh look at a remarkable chapter in Stones history.Listen to this album & songs we played on this episode on our Spotify channel hereEmail us at: [email protected] Under The Radar website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.comFollow us on:   X / Twitter  -  Instagram  -  Tik TokNew shows approximately twice a month.

Discover why Arvo Pärt’s Tabula Rasa became one of contemporary classical music’s most influential recordings. We explore its remarkable story, timeless beauty, and lasting impact on film, ambient, and alternative music—and why it’s still one of the greatest albums under the radar.Listen to this album & songs we played on this episode on our Spotify channel hereEmail us at: [email protected] Under The Radar website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.comFollow us on:   X / Twitter  -  Instagram  -  Tik TokNew shows approximately twice a month.

Before Tommy changed rock forever, The Who created one of the most inventive albums of the 1960s. Join me for a pirate radio-inspired deep dive into The Who Sell Out — its groundbreaking concept, unforgettable songs, hidden gems, bonus tracks, lasting influence, and why this psychedelic classic remains one of rock’s greatest under-the-radar albums.Listen to this album & songs we played on this episode on our Spotify channel hereEmail us at: [email protected] Under The Radar website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.comFollow us on:   X / Twitter  -  Instagram  -  Tik TokNew shows approximately twice a month.