The great Quincy Jones – Series 2 of The Vinyl Countdown is here!



Quincy Jones is one of the greatest musicians of his generation and we launch Series 2 of The Vinyl Countdown by looking at his career. We’ll be playing his music and examining his collaboration with Michael Jackson and many others. Also, my memories of interviewing ‘Q’ fifteen years ago for the BBC. Join us for 15 minutes of vinyl fun and facts.


The Vinyl Countdown Episode 5



What do the fabulous Gladys Knight and the eclectic Ray Davies of the Kinks have in common? We find out in episode 5 of the Vinyl Countdown Podcast. Also, we look at another one hit wonder from three and a half decades ago. All that and more during 15 minutes of fun, facts and music on vinyl. Join me, Jonathan Charles, as I share my love of music with you and my son, Max.


The Vinyl Countdown Episode 4



What links ABBA to a pop record with a hidden political message? How did ABBA’s chauffeur have a big part in one of their hits? And a lost disco classic. All that and more in episode 4 of The Vinyl Countdown. Former BBC Presenter and Foreign Correspondent, Jonathan Charles, shares his love of vinyl with you and his son, Max. 15 minutes of fun, facts and music.


Vinyl Countdown Podcast Episode 3



Why did Bob Marley work in a car factory even after having his first number one single? Also, a lost disco classic from Rose Royce. All that and more in episode three of the Vinyl Countdown Podcast as I share some great music with you and my son, Max. Join us for 15 minutes of fun and music on vinyl.


The Vinyl Countdown is here



Welcome to the Vinyl Countdown. I am Jonathan Charles, a former BBC presenter and foreign correspondent. I love music and especially vinyl. I want to share my collection with you and my son, Max. We’ll play some great records, talk about them and have a lot of fun. 15 minutes of entertainment. In Season 1, Episode 1, we chat about the links between Billy Joel and Elton John, and we also have a special surprise artist. Join us to find out more.