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Vertigo Records

Mentioned in 2 analyzed podcast episodes across 1 show

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A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs

A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs · Jul 23, 2025

PLEDGE WEEK: “Pictures of Matchstick Men” by The Status Quo

Subsidiary of Phonogram that signed Status Quo in early 1970s; label housed heavy rock acts like Black Sabbath and progressive acts like Gentle Giant.

Band formation and early lineup changesRecord label dynamics and singles-oriented strategyPsychedelic rock production techniques (phasing effects, wah pedals)
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A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs

A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs · Jun 23, 2025

Song 178: “Who Knows Where the Time Goes?” by Fairport Convention, Part Two: “I Have no Thought of Time”

Released Fairport Convention's final two albums before 1979 split.

British Folk-Rock Genre DevelopmentRecord Label Economics and Artist DevelopmentSubstance Abuse in Music Industry
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