Why JJ Cale's 'Okie' Is a Minimalist Masterclass, with Dylan LeBlanc Plus The Family's 'Delusions of Grandeur'

How do a Muscle Shoals upbringing, Glastonbury backstage magic, and a need for music transportation as escapism shape an artist?

This week, Jamie sits down with singer-songwriter Dylan LeBlanc to trace the thread from his own music to the minimalist groove of JJ Cale’s 1974 album, Okie, and the story behind his new family album, Delusions of Grandeur.

Inside the Episode:

• Musical Origins: Growing up with the radio before moving to Muscle Shoals at age nine, absorbing his mother's 80s rock, his father's obsessive country songwriting, and his grandfather's love for Bob Dylan.

• The Power of Connection: Reflecting on the deeply therapeutic role of music, and how meaningful it is when listeners find comfort, escape, and healing in the songs he writes.

• Glastonbury Magic: Watching Radiohead's legendary surprise Park Stage set from backstage in 2011 and experiencing the raw power of true live entertainment.

• The Vinyl Engine: How a shelved pandemic record finally saw the light of day thanks to his brother-in-law's wild success selling used vinyl on Whatnot and launching Big Black Cow Records.

• The 'Okie' Deep-Dive: Exploring JJ Cale's understated guitar genius, the unique vocal effects on "Starbound," the groove of "Cajun Moon," and the quiet drama of "Precious Memories".

The Friday Spin Feature:We spotlight The Family's stunning new LP, Delusions of Grandeur. Check out standout tracks "The End," "The History of Things to Come," "Everybody Loves You Now," and "The Dealer".

Connect with the Club:

• Listen to Dylan & The Family: Look out for physical vinyl copies of Delusions of Grandeur on Big Black Cow Records and their upcoming autumn tour dates.

• Instagram: See our latest visual spins @jamieb1NINE73

• Email Us: Share your vinyl stories and record collection memories at TheFridayVinylClub@hotmail.com