Getting Heavy with Jeffrey Alexander

Greetings, Dead Freaks!

Back again with Jeffrey Alexander to talk about all the recent and upcoming Heavy Lidders activity along with my recap from Deep In The Valley fest. There's also a killer mix of tunes waiting for you after the interview so dig on in and enjoy!

You can keep track of all things Jeffrey Alexander at his aptly named website (remember websites?) JeffreyAlexanderLovesYou.com. His bandcamp page is here. And while you’re over there, be sure to follow Centripedal Force where you will be able to get the Spacious Minds LPs and Arrowhawk Records who still has some of the Spacious Minds tapes. And definitely do not forget to check out the Planet Lidder’s tape from Worried Songs.

Another hearty thanks goes out to Raven Sings The Blues for a wonderful weekend. Deep In The Valley is an expertly curated fest and, coupled with the good fortune of perfect weather, one could not ask for a better event. Be sure to head over to Raven Sings The Blues for insightful coverage of excellent music and follow the social media to keep up with what’s what.

My latest album, "So Below" remains available via streaming as well as (preferably) from my Bandcamp page: JMHart.bandcamp.com. If you would like a BrokedownPod t-shirt or sticker or other merch in that vein, please head over to my Redbubble virtual merch table. All proceeds go straight toward hosting costs and are much appreciated.

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Jeffrey Alexander & The Heavy Lidders

 

Greetings, Dead Freaks!

We return with another chat with Jeffrey Alexander. He's previously been on not once, but twice (eps. 32 & 61) and returns here to discuss his latest record, waiting out covid, the end of his Grateful Dead touring days, how he fell into the radio business and more.

The record, released under the name Jeffrey Alexander and The Heavy Lidders, is entitled, "Elixor of Life" and is out now on Centripedal Force Records. You can find it on Bandcamp, of course. You can find a wealth of other releases as well as the subscription link on Jeffrey Alexander's own Bandcamp page.

Also, don't sleep on the terrific reissue of Iditarod's "the Ghost, the Elf, the Cat and the Angel" available from Feeding Tube. 

Allow me to remind you that the Brokedown Podcast is part of the Osiris Media. Osiris is creating a community that connects people like you with podcasts and live experiences about artists and topics you love. Check out OsirisPod.com to stay in the loop.

Also, if you would like a BrokedownPod t-shirt or sticker or other merch in that vein, please head over to my Redbubble virtual merch table. All proceeds go straight toward hosting costs and are much appreciated.

Also please consider checking out my own music over at jmhart.bandcamp.com.

Don't forget to follow the @BrokedownPod twitter account for regular news, live tweetstorms of shows as I listen, and other minutiae. We also have an Instagram account with the same handle. If you like pictures of things, you can find that here: BrokedownPod Instagram. Also, if you use Apple Podcasts, please consider posting a review as it really help get the word out.

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David Nelson Band and Dire Wolves

Greetings, Dead Freaks!

This episode features two interviews and a new song from each artist. First up Barry Sless of the David Nelson Band chats with me about their new song, with lyrics by the late Robert Hunter: "Movin' Right Along." After we spin that great tune, I talk with Jeffrey Alexander of Dire Wolves (Just Exactly Perfect Sisters Band) and we play a new song from their forthcoming record, "I Just Wasn't Made For These Set Times." Jeffrey and I then talk Grateful Dead and spin some great tunes.

You can find info and news about the David Nelson Band at their website, www.nelsonband.com. The song, "Movin' Right Along" will be available on iTunes and all major digital music platforms, for purchase and streaming, on January 22nd. Please check that out and support this great band and their work.

Dire Wolves' new album is out on February 9 and can be found in physical and digital formats via Centripedal Force Records at Bandcamp. It's another great one and well your your time.

As always, I'd like to remind you that the Brokedown Podcast is part of the Osiris Media. Osiris is creating a community that connects people like you with podcasts and live experiences about artists and topics you love. Sign up for the newsletter at OsirisPod.com to stay in the loop. Also,  Osiris works in partnership with JamBase, which connects music fans with the music they love and empowers them to go see live music. Check them out at JamBase.com.

Don't forget to follow the @BrokedownPod twitter account for regular news, live tweetstorms of shows as I listen, and other minutiae. We also have an Instagram account with the same handle. If you like pictures of things, you can find that here: BrokedownPod Instagram. Also, if you use iTunes, please consider posting a review as it really help get the word out.

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032 - Dire Wolves

It's late November and the year is almost gone. In this episode we chat with Jeffrey Alexander of Dire Wolves. They've got a new album out called Paradisiacal Mind which you can grab from Bandcamp or on vinyl from Feeding Tube Records in the US or Cardinal Fuzz in the UK/EU. It's a great trip and worth your time.

We dig into the origins of the band and their unique sound before spinning a track from the new album. Then we tap into Jeffrey's past as a deadhead and taper. Naturally we get to talking about shows he saw and that leads us to spin some terrific Grateful Dead.

As mentioned on the show (for a change), you can still grab t-shirts, mugs (travel & otherwise), and stickers over on the Redbubble site.

Let me remind you that the Brokedown Podcast is part of the Osiris Podcast Network. Osiris is creating a community that connects people like you with podcasts and live experiences about artists and topics you love. Sign up for the newsletter at OsirisPod.com to stay in the loop.

Don't forget to follow the @BrokedownPod twitter account for regular news, live tweetstorms of shows as I listen, and other minutiae. We also have an Instagram account with the same handle. If you like pictures of things, you can find that here: BrokedownPod Instagram. Also, if you use iTunes, please consider posting a review as it really help get the word out.

Also, please keep sending your metaphorical cards and letters. Leave a comment on the blog or hit me up on any of the above social media. Let me know what I'm doing right, wrong, or horribly wrong.

Listen via iTunes, GooglePlay, Stitcher, and we're even up-to-date on Spotify now. You can also listen in the player below.