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John Logsdon

@johnlogsdon.bsky.social

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I study sex, evolution & genes. Frequently all three. I also love music, food & dogs. Other interests include bikes (pedals & motors), books & travel. I’m paleo-adjacent. See #johnsvinyl @discogs: john-logsdon **ALL OPINIONS STATED ARE MINE ALONE**

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John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 4h

Sorry. That sounded snarky and condescending. I’m also appalled at the lack of critical thinking. I just meant that you might be surprised how little those things matter to getting a degree.

John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 4h

I was betting on the Descendents.

John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 4h

Ha! TBH my top five is probably fairly locked up. I’m trying to have on hand whatever others vote for in the top 20. And fill some obvious holes.

John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 5h

Yes that is a suprising highlight.

John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 5h

I think you assume too much about what it takes to earn a university degree. (I’m a prof)

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John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 5h

One of these on your list? @indashadoz.bsky.social

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John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 6h

Filed. But also filled.

John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 7h

I haven’t listened to this 1984 slab for a long time. I guess I usually choose another JC or Teardrop record. Glad to be reminded of how good it is for #5debutalbums8084 #johnsvinyl #nowplaying

Outer sleeve and spinning vinyl record. Julian Cope “World Shut Your Mouth”

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John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 7h

I don’t have the debut, but I do have Ice Cream Castles. They are quite fun.

John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 7h

Next up for #5debutalbums8084 is Phil Collins’ 1981 solo debut. The lead track (In the air tonight) is iconic, but most of the album is less interesting imo. #johnsvinyl #nowplaying

Outer sleeve and spinning vinyl record. Phil Collins “Face Value”

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John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 9h

Cool!

John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 10h

I’d say it qualifies! It won’t make the top 20, but it’s worth a spin!
<digging mine out…forgot about it because it’s filled with the Cure>

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John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 10h

Back from record shopping. Next up for #5debutalbums8084 is this 1984 slab. Definitely in the top 25% of these debuts, but won’t be a contender for me. Note different US outer sleeve. #johnsvinyl #nowplaying

Outer sleeve and spinning vinyl record. Lloyd Cole and the Commotions “Rattlesnakes”

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John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 10h

Saturday is “visit my local record stores day”. I filled some holes in #johnsvinyl for #5debutalbums8084. Most are from Zzz @zzzrecords.bsky.social but the rest are from Rogue Planet and Jays.

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John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 13h

That’s a good one!!

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John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 13h

14 songs in 15 minutes! #5debutalbums8084 This 1980 slab definitely packs a punch! #johnsvinyl #nowplaying.

Outer sleeve and spinning vinyl record. Circle Jerks “Group Sex”

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John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 14h

Woah! George in the Speedo!

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John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 14h

No surprise it was your show of the year. I saw Marty and the Fabs recently and it was amazing.

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John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 14h

30/60 with 53 total for me.

John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 14h

They had little to no penetrance in the US, unlike my faves EatB. Looks like their US label situation was weird at best. And the “Chameleons UK” thing probably didn’t help.

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The Chameleons - Wikipedia

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John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 15h

Great idea! Partially fills a gaping hole left by the demise of NESCENT.

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John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 15h

Continuing with the C’s for #5debutalbums8084. Released in ‘81 in their Oz home and in ‘82 elsewhere. A solid first showing for a band that then took a few years to really hit for the masses 1987’s Starfish (their 5th record). #johnsvinyl #nowplaying

Outer sleeve and spinning vinyl record. The Church s/t

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John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 16h

Next up for #5debutalbums8084. Released in 1983, but undiscovered by me until recently. Doh! #johnsvinyl #nowplaying

Outer sleeve and spinning vinyl record. The Chameleons “Script of the Bridge”

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John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 17h

This 1980 debut was a staple in my college days, thanks to a roommate’s collection #5debutalbums8084 #johnsvinyl #nowplaying

Outer sleeve and spinning vinyl record. The Jim Carroll Band “Catholic Boy”

John Logsdon @johnlogsdon.bsky.social · 18h

Into the Cs for #5debutalbums8084 with this 1982 slab. Their hit “The Walls Came Down” didn’t come until their 2nd album, but this is a solid introduction to a good band. #johnsvinyl #nowplaying

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