LEGENDS: A Podcast by All Day Vinyl

• Interview: Lee Michaels - Jamming with Hendrix, Zeppelin & Wild Tales - In Depth Career Retrospective

  In this episode of the LEGENDS: Podcast by All Day Vinyl, host Scott Dudelson sits down with singer-songwriter Lee Michaels, writer/performer of the 1971 hit “Do You Know What I Mean.” Beyond that blue-eyed soul classic, Michaels built one of the most unconventional careers in music history. A bona fide late-’60s/early-’70s rockstar, Michaels sold out major venues, scored chart success, jammed with Jimi Hendrix, shared bills with Led Zeppelin, and played a key role in the development of the San Francisco scene alongside bands like Jefferson Airplane and Moby Grape. Burned out creatively, he walked away from the industry in the mid-’70s and reinvented himself—finding new success as a world class boxing manager, restaurateur and AI innovator, with stories from these times just as wild as his music years.   Cameron Crowe devotes a full chapter to Michaels in The Uncool; this conversation digs deeper into a singular, surprising legacy that Crowe praised so heavily in his book.  This episode contains personal stories and recollections shared by Lee Michaels and the views and accounts are based on his own historical remembrances.  If you enjoy the episode, please follow, subscribe, rate, and join us on Instagram and YouTube @alldayvinyl.

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• Interview: Steve Wynn of Dream Syndicate - Medicine Show at 40, Early Band History & Future Plans

  In this episode of LEGENDS: Podcast by All Day Vinyl, host Scott Dudelson sits down with Steve Wynn — singer-songwriter and founding member of The Dream Syndicate — to celebrate the 40th anniversary deluxe edition of their sophmore album Medicine Show. Wynn revisits the band’s origins in early-1980s Los Angeles, tracing how punk energy and the Paisley Underground scene shaped their sound and the band’s first rehearsal at Dennis Duck’s house in 1982, which set the creative direction leading to their classic debut The Days of Wine & Roses. The conversation dives deep into the making of Medicine Show after signing with A&M Records — from working with producer Sandy Pearlman and experimenting with slower, more dynamic arrangements to enduring five grueling months of recording that strained band relationships. Wynn reflects on the record’s darker, Southern-Gothic-inspired lyrics born from life on the road. They also explore the band’s major tours (opening for U2 and touring with R.E.M.), lineup changes, near breakups, and eventual reunions that produced new albums and a revitalized modern lineup. Wynn opens up about the long legal battle to reclaim the Medicine Show masters, the 35-year reversion process that made this reissue possible, and what fans can expect from the deluxe box set — including remasters, live shows, rehearsal tapes, and rarities. He also explains why the original album remains unavailable on streaming despite the reissue. Thank you for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and follow All Day Vinyl on Instagram and YouTube for more conversations with rock legends.

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• Interview: Lee Jaffe of The Wailers on Bob Marley, Producing "Legalize It" & The Rise of Reggae in the 1970's

  In this episode of LEGENDS: Podcast by All Day Vinyl, host Scott Dudelson sits down with multifaceted artist Lee Jaffe — close friend & former member of Bob Marley & The Wailers, producer of Peter Tosh’s groundbreaking album "Legalize It" and renowned visual artist. Lee Jaffe takes us from his roots growing up in New York and the path that led him to a close friendship and working relationship with Bob Marley. Our chat dives into this incredible journey  — attending the premiere of Jimmy Cliff's "Harder They Come" with Chris Blackwell, traveling the USA and Jamaica with The Wailers, recording harmonica on Bob Marley's Natty Dread album, taking iconic photos of the reggae legends of the 1970's and witnessing firsthand the creative magic and global rise of Reggae. He shares rare, behind-the-scenes stories from the studio, on the stage and unforgettable moments on the road with Bob Marley & The Wailers.  Lee Jaffe also reveals how his close friendship with Marley and Tosh led to his role producing and taking the cover photo for Peter Tosh's legendary Legalize It album— and the unbelievable marijuana smuggling operation that helped fund the album’s creation. Beyond reggae, he reflects on working with visionary artist Jean-Michel Basquiat and his latest book, Hit Me With Music: Roots, Rock, and Reggae, which captures these legendary moments through art and photography. Lee Jaffee is an incredible storyteller with incredible stories and I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it. 

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• Interview: Andy McCluskey of Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) - In Depth 'Crush' 40th Anniversary Convo & More

  In this episode of the LEGENDS: Podcast by All Day Vinyl, host Scott Dudelson sits down with Andy McCluskey, singer and co-founder of Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD), for a conversation that blends history, creativity, and reflection. Speaking on the heels of OMD’s recent 2025 U.S. tour and the 40th anniversary reissue of Crush, Andy offers an inside look at what it took for the band to break into the American market after years of reinvention. Andy recalls the intense late nights recording Crush with producer Stephen Hague, and how the experimental chaos of Dazzle Ships led OMD to regroup and redefine their sound through Junk Culture and Crush. He details the band’s distinctive creative process—from tape loops and early samplers like the Emulator and Fairlight to the unique textures that shaped tracks like “Secret” and the Japanese-inspired title song. Throughout the episode, Andy shares behind-the-scenes moments that shaped OMD’s legacy: writing “If You Leave” at the last minute for Pretty in Pink, the bittersweet radio life of “Secret,” and the political spark behind “88 Seconds in Greensboro.” He also reflects on OMD’s roots—early Liverpool gigs, lifelong friendships, and the art and imagery (including Edward Hopper’s influence on the Crush cover) that helped define their identity. The conversation closes with a look ahead at OMD’s plans for future touring and new music—proof that even after four decades, Andy’s passion for innovation and melody remains as sharp as ever. If you enjoyed this episode please rate and subscribe and follow us on YouTube and Instagram @alldayvinyl 

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• Interview: Bernie Leadon - Eagles Co-Founder Talks Country-Rock History, New Album, Flying Burrito Brothers, Dillard & Clark + More

  In this episode of the LEGENDS: Podcast by All Day Vinyl, host Scott Dudelson sits down with Rock and Roll Hall of Famer inductee and Eagles co-founder Bernie Leadon for a rare conversation about his experience laying the ground-work for the country rock genre and his first solo album in over 20 years, Too Late to Be Cool, produced by the legendary Glyn Johns. Bernie opens up about how rejoining the Eagles on tour reignited his creativity, the years he spent building his own home studio, and the disciplined songwriting routine that led to this long-awaited record. In this episode we also go deep into Bernie’s formative years — from San Diego and Gainesville to Los Angeles — with a focus on exploring his time in Hearts and Flowers, Dillard & Clark, and the Flying Burrito Brothers. Along the way, Bernie recalls collaborations with Gene Clark, Chris Hillman, and Gram Parsons that helped lay the foundation for country rock. He also shares the story behind re-using a 45-year-old Henry Diltz photo for the album cover and why working again with Glyn Johns felt like coming full circle. The episode is packed with behind-the-scenes stories: wild nights at the Troubadour, the Dillard & Clark's infamous onstage meltdown, the formation and early days with The Eagles and how Bernie’s own songs ultimately became Eagles classics. He reflects on the meaning behind “Too Many Memories,” the influential people who shaped his path, and why — after decades in music — he has no regrets. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, rate, and follow us on Instagram and YouTube at All Day Vinyl.

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