Tuesday Night Record Club

Monmouth University Center for the Arts•www.monmouth.edu

It’s just like book club but with albums! With new advances in technology, the way we consume music through our devices, apps and on demand streaming services like Pandora, Spotify and iTunes is making the idea of the “album” as an art form extinct. Get together with other music enthusiasts on Tuesday nights to discuss some of the greatest records of all-time! Hosted by Kenneth Womack, Ph.D. and featuring special guests!

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Episodes

Episode 13 - David Bowie -Low

Low is the 11th studio album by English musician David Bowie, released on January 14, 1977 through RCA Records. Grounded in art rock and experimental rock and influenced by German bands such as Tangerine Dream, Neu!, Harmonia and Kraftwerk, Low features Bowie's first explorations in electronic and ambient styles. Host Ken Womack, Ph.D. and guest host Andrew Womack take a closer look at the album some critics consider one of Bowie's best works. Originally held via Zoom on 4/5/22.

May 25, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 13

Episode 12 - Crosby, Stills and Nash: Self-titled

Crosby , Stills & Nash is the debut studio album by Crosby , Stills & Nash ( CSN ), released in 1969 on the Atlantic Records label. It spawned two Top 40 hit singles, Marrakesh Express and Suite: Judy Blue Eyes and the album itself peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Top Pop Albums chart.  Host Ken Womack, Ph.D. and guest host Kit O'Toole delve into the details of CSN's debut album. Originally held via Zoom on 1/12/21....

May 04, 2022•56 min

Episode 11- The Velvet Underground and Nico

The Velvet Underground and Nico's debut collaboration was released on March 12, 1967. As ubiquitous as their Warhol-designed album cover, their music has been an inspiration to a multitude of bands and continue to be an enigma in music history. Host Ken Womack, Ph.D. and guest host Aaron "Furg" Furgason, Ph.D. analyze this masterful record. Originally held via Zoom on 1/11/22.

Mar 30, 2022•59 min

Episode 10- The Who, Who's Next

In this episode, Ken Womack, Ph.D. breaks down one of the Who's biggest albums with assistance from local musician Joe Ricardello providing musical demonstrations. Originally held via Zoom on 7/6/21.

Mar 23, 2022•37 min

Episode 9- Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of The Moon

Released on March 1, 1973, The Dark Side of the Moon by Pink Floyd is one of the biggest albums in music history. With over 45 million copies sold worldwide and the current record holder of the album with the longest Billboard Chart run (over 950 weeks), it was only a matter of time before TNRC dissected it. We've gone into the archives to bring you this episode. Ken Womack, Ph.D. and Michael Thomas discuss it, with great conversation from the audience. Originally held in person on 9/25/2018....

Mar 09, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 9

Episode 8- Joni Mitchell's Blue

February is the season of love, and Joni Mitchell's Blue is one of the most renowned love and heartbreak albums of all time. Host Ken Womack, Ph.D. and frequent TNRC guest star Kit O'Toole discuss this emotive masterpiece. Originally held via Zoom on 11/10/20.

Feb 23, 2022•53 min

Episode 7- Simon and Garfunkel's Bridge over Troubled Water

Ken Womack, Ph.D. hosted this episode of TNRC from Lakehouse Recording Studio in Asbury Park, NJ. With him, are recording professor Mike Flannery and one of his production classes, Music and Theatre Department Chair Joe Rappolla, and professor Gary Wenstrup. Originally held 11/16/21 via Zoom.

Feb 09, 2022•54 min