New podcast episode: Phast Phreddie Patterson looks back at his '70s fanzine Back Door Man, his L.A. band Thee Precisions and his work for the ARChive of Contemporary Music. Plus he listens to clips from our audio interview with the Supremes' Mary Wilson. www.rocksbackpages.com/Podcast/Epis...
02.02.2026 21:19
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In the new episode of the Rockβs Backpages podcast, Fred Patterson, aka Phast Phreddie, speaks about his work at the ARC, plus his own magazine Back Door Man and his band Thee Precisions. Find it wherever you grab your podcasts.
@rocksbackpages.bsky.social
@arcnyc.bsky.social
03.02.2026 06:31
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HUGE BIG LARGE THANKS to all of our donors this year! Weβd be a few schmoes sitting around an empty room without you. Have a look at our year-end wrap up - LINK IN BIO.
Support physical music history preservation. Support the Archive of Contemporary Music - LINK IN BIO. Happy holidays one & all.
24.12.2025 09:38
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T-shirt with image of Dwight Eisenhower & Tina Turner on it
Just in time for Election Day - this crazy t-shirt from long time friend & donor, Nina B. As always, thank you, Nina!
#tinaturner
#dwightdeisenhower
#electionday
04.11.2025 20:00
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We wanted to highlight a fantastic recent donation from a Hudson Valley resident which you should know about. The photo below is the latest from donor William βWilburβ Houghtaling. Read all about it by clicking the link in the first comment below! And donβt forget to support the ARC!
08.10.2025 16:59
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Seven Days In May (1964) Official Trailer - Burt Lancaster, Kirk Douglas Conspiracy Movie HD
YouTube video by Rotten Tomatoes Classic Trailers
Yes, this message is from us, The Archive of Contemporary Music. "We urge everyone to watch Seven Days In May film this evening, in preparation for the meeting tomorrow of every high ranking officer in the American Armed Services.β
youtu.be/HWL06waOAGw?...
29.09.2025 19:53
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Blenheim Shots
YouTube video by Swell Maps - Topic
Now playing at the @arcmusicny.bsky.social
www.youtube.com/watch?v=hzRL...
19.08.2025 19:08
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Happy #nationalvinylday to all who celebrate! Which is really just an opportunity to share this customized copy of the Rufus Thomas all-timer, Walking The Dog. We love a good decorated record label. For more oddities, one-offs, and just good old works of art, visit the Galleries link on our website.
12.08.2025 15:25
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Booker T. Jones - "Representing Memphis"
YouTube video by ANTI- Records
Now playing at the @arcmusicny.bsky.social ...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMvy...
04.08.2025 15:37
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Weβve been there π
11.07.2025 22:47
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26.06.2025 17:59
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Your Daddy's Car (2020 remaster)
YouTube video by The Divine Comedy - Topic
Now playing at the @arcmusicny.bsky.social:
Can you feel the sadness in our love?
It's the only kind we're worthy of
Can you feel the madness in our hearts
As the key turns and the engine starts?
Engine starts
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6Qx...
02.06.2025 15:54
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The Ink Spots - I'll Never Smile Again
YouTube video by More than words can say
Now playing at the ARChive of Contemporary Music:
youtu.be/zYMdjMdpp8Y?...
27.05.2025 14:49
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Hi John. You saw the response on Facebook, right?
08.05.2025 23:33
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Another generous music book donation from our own archivist, @stupefaction.bsky.social.
What music related books & records are gathering dust on your shelves? When youβre ready, weβll be here!
08.05.2025 16:42
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Visit our blog (arcmusic.org/blog/17371) and read about our fearless leaderβs latest finds at his local recycling center & book sale. Itβs the stuff dreams are made ofβ¦or is it? π€ π
03.05.2025 21:38
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Thanks to Paul at the Clubhouse Recording Studio in Rhinebeck NY for the studio tour & support for the Archive of Contemporary Music! Weβre loving guitarist @earlslick.bsky.socialβs road case! π
24.04.2025 22:30
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For Record Store Day
12.04.2025 14:21
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Iggy and the Stooges - I Got A Right (Original Version)
YouTube video by mantishandz
Now playing at the @arcmusicny.bsky.social
www.youtube.com/watch?v=6YMe...
18.03.2025 15:45
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A Letter To Myself
YouTube video by The Chi-Lites - Topic
Now Playing at the @arcmusicny.bsky.social:
youtu.be/2jhHWa-JOds?...
17.03.2025 18:25
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Makinβ Irish stew with Lawrence Welk π
17.03.2025 14:54
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Two weeks from today! βΎοΈ π
13.03.2025 15:10
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Bob George on John Peel, July 21, 1982
YouTube video by The Archive of Contemporary Music
Lets go back in time 43 years: At the time, Archive founder Bob George, was making regular appearances on John Peel's BBC radio show. Here's a fascinating snapshot from July of 1982 giving us a "you are there" view of the post punk music scene of the time.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xr33...
18.02.2025 18:13
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What will happen to YOUR record collection when you're gone? Support ARC with YOUR tax deductible donation. Visit www.every.org/arcmusic.
11.02.2025 17:41
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Thank you. I'll link to the Peel Wiki page when I get a chance to post it. This is so cool.
10.02.2025 19:38
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