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Outward Bound: Conversations in Jazz | The Greatest Jazz Saxophone Players Oct 30, 2024

Welcome to a new series here on Vinyl Community Podcasts focused on the world of Jazz! In this inaugural podcast, host Spinz Vinyl (Jason) is joined by Chris C. as they dive into the soulful world of jazz saxophone and explore the legacies of five monumental figures who shaped the sound of jazz and inspired generations that followed. From haunting melodies to electrifying improvisations, these artists have left an indelible mark on music history.

🌟 What to Expect: Engaging discussions about each saxophonist's unique style and contributions to jazz. Fun trivia and polls expanding the conversation further!

Grab your sax, your headphones, and let’s get ready to swing!

🎶 Tune in, participate, and let the music play!

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Northern Revolutions | Canadians Talking Canadian Music...AGAIN (EP2) Oct 28, 2024

Maybe these hosers have had too much maple syrup or Labatt's Blue! Whatever is is, they won't shut-up about all these great bands and artists that resonate locally but fail to break through the impenetrable force field that is the 49th parallel. Rest assured it's not all Habs & Leafs, polar bears, Letterkenny and Tim Horton's up there. There's some awesome music too! So grab your double-double, put on your toque and grab a seat on the chesterfield as these keeners just giver eh.

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https://www.youtube.com/@EmbryonicRobot

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Surface Noise (B-Side) | Record Store Day: Evolve or Go Away Oct 25, 2024

Welcome to another exciting episode of Surface Noise: B-Side Edition!

🔍 What's in Store:

Record Store Day - Evolve or Go Away: We’re kicking things off by discussing the future of Record Store Day. Is it time for a reinvention? We have some thoughts (and bet you do too)!

What Makes This Album Great: Next, each member of the pod will showcase a fantastic album and share the stories behind why it deserves a spot in your collection. From lyrical genius to unforgettable melodies, we’ll explore what makes these records truly shine!

Join the Conversation: Share your thoughts and experiences with our social media platforms! Let's get the conversation going!

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) Oct 21, 2024

After wrapping up arguably the worst segment in SURFACE NOISE history, we try to redeem ourselves with the FREESTYLE where we are joined by the latest member of the B-Side regulars - Chris C - to discuss the most overrated record shops and overrated cities for records (topic assist from PBTHAL) before trying to calm the chat gallery from the fever of that topic by sharing the latest additions to our collections of late. It's the all you can eat buffet that grandma never took you to....the FREESTYLE from SURFACE NOISE starts N.O.W!!

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https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | Bubble Bursting - Vinyl Record Sales Slowing or Growing? Oct 18, 2024

Are these the end times of the vinyl record renaissance/rebirth/revolution? Joined by newcomer Jason (Drop The Needle Records), our dais takes on that topic head-on. With new vinyl prices soaring and news sources debating whether sales are slowing or growing, how "new-new" vinyl is landing on our shelves these days? Also, a healthy round of "I Can't Believe I'm Saying This, But..." which reveals some deep, dark, secrets that our guests have about their collections...until now. Plus, a new segment called "Record Store or Vape Store"....it's a terrible idea, yes. All this ONLY on Surface Noise! Join us

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (B-Side Edition) Oct 14, 2024

Following the latest SURFACE NOISE podcast, the panel starts the FREESTYLE sharing the latest pickups in their respective vinyl pursuits, before some deeper thoughts on the legendary Frank Zappa (there may be books involved, you've been forewarned). Get a taste of the latest FREESTYLE - NOW!

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Surface Noise (B-Side) | Vinyl Horror Stories! Collecting vs. Curation Oct 11, 2024

Welcome to another spine-chilling episode of Surface Noise! This week, joined by long time + first time viewer Chris, we're diving into our most thrilling vinyl horror stories and the notorious scores that had us questioning how we made it out unscathed... or did we?? Then our panel tackles the age old debate: are you COLLECTING vinyl or CURATING a collection?

What's in Store: What are some of your most DREADFUL vinyl HORROR stories?? We all have them! And we share them right here! Then a thoughtful exchange on the point(s) when collecting vinyl evolves to curating a collection.

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) Oct 07, 2024

This FREESTYLE following the latest A-Side of SURFACE NOISE hits all the marks. Still joined by guest Steve Carlson, we share the tale of Arnaldo breaking up with Vinyl Me, Please, and hear some challenges Steve also had with the vinyl subscription service this year. The dais is soon joined by Wyoming Dave and Elliott Crews; the latte shares a box set of a lifetime that he recently brought into his collection. Rounding third, we go around the horn talking about what role (if any) Discogs reviews play in converting sales and buying from the site. This particular FREESTYLE touches all the bases, only on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | Boxed In? + Record Store Day Black Friday 2024 1st Impressions Oct 04, 2024

Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the water, SURFACE NOISE is back with another spin on the A-Side. Our group of enthused hobbyists will discuss the shelf life (literally) of box sets in today's hobby, and also touch on the freshly minted list for Record Store Day Black Friday 2024. A bunch of words or bunch of turds: YOU DECIDE! Only, on SURFACE NOISE!

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (B-Side Edition) Sep 30, 2024

Just when you put your fork down, we bring you the desert you didn't ask for from our latest SURFACE NOISE buffet - the FREESTYLE. The guys share some of the greatest trilogies in music, and it might get a little sideways - fast. What do you think are some of the greatest trilogies in music? Find out if yours make our lists only on this latest FREESTYLE!

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Surface Noise (B-Side) | Our Craziest Vinyl Record Scores!!! Sep 27, 2024

Welcome to another exciting episode of Surface Noise! This week we're sharing some of our biggest, most insane and incredible scores and stories! It's a miracle we weren't arrested... or were we??

What's in Store: What are some of your craziest or most memorable vinyl stories??

Join the Conversation: Share your thoughts and experiences with us on social media! Info below to connect!

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) Sep 23, 2024

Ready for some weekend leftovers? Grab a fork and get a taste of the latest FREESTYLE fresh of off the latest SURFACE NOISE (A-Side) presentation. Magistrate of the B-Side Spinz Vinyl (Jason) joins the dais to hear about record shop travels, the latest Beatles box set, Facebook record groups, and everyone's favorite topic: bad customer service. We sprinkle just a little bit more VMP talk to get the flavor just riiiiiight on this 2nd helping of SURFACE NOISE courtesy of the talk with little boundaries, the FREESTYLE. Dig in!

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | When Push Comes to Shove Sep 20, 2024

Another show sure to ruffle feathers, the latest SURFACE NOISE (A-Side) finds us searching for minty fresh vinyl in the Goodwill bins of life.

Topics for this 'sode include:

1) Are There Levels or Stages to Record Collecting? If so, what do they look like? Is there a "Final Boss"?

2) Voice(s) From the Past - share thoughts on vocalists/musicians gone before their time that you'd love to hear again, either lost recordings, family member facsimiles, etc. (Inspired by the new Linkin Park singer announcement, Sublime using Brad Nowell's kid as the new vocalist, etc).

All that and some extra extras, only on SURFACE NOISE!

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (B-Side Edition) Sep 16, 2024

Labels, Licensing, and Autographs - oh my! Once the lights of SURFACE NOISE dimmed, the latest FREESTYLE touched on those topics and more. If you like a little spice, take a taste with this latest 'sode on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

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Surface Noise (B-Side) | Best Record Labels! How Have Labels Changed Over The Years? Sep 13, 2024

Welcome to another exciting episode of Surface Noise! This week on the B-Side our crew is joined by special guest Stunty (Stuntrock Confusion) to delve into the topic of record labels. We're sharing our favorite record labels, including our thoughts into the changing landscape of the record labels and whether it's good or bad for the community.

What's in Store: What are some of your favorite record labels?? Columbia? Atlantic? Capital? We share the what and the why or our favorites this week!

Join the Conversation: Are your favorite artists on Warner Brothers, Epic, or Motown? Let's get the conversation going!

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IG: https://www.instagram.com/stuntrockconfusion

Catch his Friday (US) afternoon livestreams weekly! Lots of great music played!

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) Sep 09, 2024

After the lights dim, the latest FREESTYLE following SURFACE NOISE touches on topics too counterculture for regularly programming. For instance, hear the tale of Jason Roxas reuniting his record collection in full for the first time in many years. Or, hear our dais give their thoughts on the latest MoFi atrocity offering - just in time for the holidays (hint). In between, we share a segment called "Press Me, Please" where you'll hear albums we think are long overdue for some vinyl love. All this (and MORE) only on the latest FREESTYLE!

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | Is Vinyl Me Please (VMP) DOOMED? Sep 06, 2024

It's been a tough week for the vinyl subscription service Vinyl Me, Please (VMP). A week so rough, that many are questioning their longevity + survival. Our panel talks about some of these latest hiccups, as well as visits the history of the company, their evolution to becoming the premiere vinyl subscription company in the marketplace, and will these latest missteps - coupled with ongoing litigation, declining subscription rates, and yet another price increase - seal their fate? Will they join former subscription competition like Qrates and Bandbox in the vinyl graveyard? Find out on this latest 'sode of SURFACE NOISE - only on VINYL COMMUNITY PODCASTS!

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Surface Noise (B-Side) | Must-Have Records! Who Has The Best Discography?? Aug 30, 2024

Welcome to another exciting episode of SURFACE NOISE! This time on the B-Side, we're diving into a hotly debated topic: who really has the best discography in vinyl? We're showcasing a curated list of must-have records that you won't want to miss!

What's in Store: a countdown of essential vinyl records that every collector should have in their collection. A comparison of some of the most iconic discographies in music history. Do the choices of our team line up with yours? Only one way to find out - listen NOW!

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) Aug 23, 2024

Madness - personified.

Following the latest SURFACE NOISE episode, the FREESTYLE portion of the program was a mashup of reveals including: a debut experience shopping in the Acoustic Sounds Vinyl Vault, first impressions of the latest UHQR of The Doors' L.A. Woman, and a spirited discussion on the potential costs involved in that audiophile series. Plus, special guest Stuntrock Confusion joins us from across the Atlantic to share some opinions + experiences in this complicated vinyl environment. All that - sprinkled with some nonsense - here on the latest FREESTYLE!

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | We Came, We Saw, We Waited for a Shipping Notification Aug 23, 2024

Coming at you on the A-Side, SURFACE NOISE is back for your weekly look at the bloodsport that is vinyl record collecting. Latest news, reviews, and escapes from the zoo documented here for all to hear. Topics for this presentation include:

(1) Repeal the Seal: lots of videos of late dealing with this topic, and discovering that deadstock/long sealed records have damage (foxing/ghosting/hazing, warps, paper/label deterioration/etc) inside. Where do our panelists land on this topic and any horror stories for opening long-sealed records purchased that way? (2) Trading Up: stories or scenarios where you traded records you owned (doubles? gifts?) for upgrades/grails/more desirable pieces. Where and who did you do the trading? Did it take some "nurturing" to get the deal across the finish line? etc (3) Records our vinylists own that may surprise other people/that they wouldn't normally associate your taste(s) with All that and MORE on the latest SURFACE NOISE: A-SIDE!

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (B-Side Edition) Aug 19, 2024

Strap in or strap on, the SURFACE NOISE gang is back with the latest FREESTYLE to their brand of vinyl mayhem. Joined by Elliott Crews to defend the legacy of Gary Stewart (see previous shows on this one), the panel touches on the new UHQR Doors announcement, the interesting amount of time spent in the announcement video about the new box, thoughts on the latest reissue of STP's "Purple" as part of the Atlantic 75 series, and intermingled with talk of our latest pickups, we discuss hearing loss and doctor visits. Grab your Metamucil and headphones as this latest FREESTYLE starts NOW!

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https://www.youtube.com/@elliottcrews4997

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Surface Noise (B-Side) | Are Reissues Destroying the Value of Your Records? Copyright Strikes?? Aug 16, 2024

Join us on this episode of SURFACE NOISE as we dive into the debate surrounding vinyl reissues and their impact on the value of original pressings. From the timeless classics of The Beatles to the rare gems of underground jazz, we’ll explore whether the resurgence of reissues is a blessing or a curse for collectors. Are these new pressings diluting the market, or are they breathing new life into the vinyl community? Tune in to find out! The we tackle the hot-button issue of copyright infringement on social media. With creators facing takedowns and strikes for using even a few seconds of a song, we ask the question: Is it fair? We'll discuss the balance between protecting artists' rights and allowing creative expression, examining real cases and the impact on the vinyl and music community. Don’t miss this deep dive into a topic that affects us all in the digital age!

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Concert Buddie | Mind of The Record Collector: Josh Norrid - CEO/Owner of Hi-Fidelity Records Aug 14, 2024

Buddies, Record Collectors, lend me your ears! For this latest 'sode on Vinyl Community Podcasts we resume my series "Mind of The Record Collector" which asks what we collect, why we collect it, and how we find it. Our guest today aims to touch all three tenets, and that is Josh Norrid - CEO/Owner of Hi-Fidelity Records in Tulsa, OK. Josh has a story familiar to many in the Vinyl Community: how a passion for this format and the music that comes from it lead him to work at record stores, for record companies, and eventually to open and operate his own business selling the best of the best Audiophile and high-end records available in the market today. Josh cut his teeth as a buyer at Josey Records, then learned directly from the pulpit (literally) of Chad Kassem's Acoustic Sounds/Analogue Productions operations in Salina, KS, before finally taking the leap in founding his own online business. Josh shares his personal journey as a collector along that road and shares his thoughts on the hobby today, how he sources his inventory, and even shares how he's added 21st century social marketing techniques to put the best pieces in the hands of the best collectors anywhere. Josh has a burgeoning presence on social media, including his own YouTube channel sharing information, tips, and details he's honed in his 20 years plus in the business. We know you'll enjoy this latest "Mind of The Record Collector" as much as we did!

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) Aug 12, 2024

Putting the FREE in FREESTYLE, hear how the latest SURFACE NOISE presentation went off script into a few topics including: (1) talk about the new Lou Reed/MoFi release, (2) answering the question: who really was Gary Stewart (and did he shoot himself in the neck), (3) dissecting the latest Jack White album drop "No Name" and the wisely calculated FOMO created upon it's release, and new FOTS (Friend of the Show) Brian (Tokyo Record Style) jumps on to share some of his observations of the record market in Japan where he recently celebrated living for 20 years now. All that and a couple other friendly faces jump into the mix in this latest SURFACE NOISE FREESTYLE!

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | There Once was a Man From Nantucket... Aug 09, 2024

A-Side is BACK in the building, Buddies (security clearance still pending). Get your vinyl kicks as our dais tackles any + all the goings on in the arena that is vinyl record collecting. Topics on the menu: (1) Next up on the Rhino HiFi boxset wishlist? (2) To give or not to give vinyl records as gifts, and are these must-have/go-to's our panelists like to share frequently? All this and MORE only on SURFACE NOISE (A-Side)!

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (B-Side Edition) Aug 05, 2024

The part of SURFACE NOISE that never fails to go off the rails, we present the latest FREESTYLE for your listening pleasure (or discomfort). Our panelists share some recent #fails in their collecting journeys, with tales of woe like replacement copies of the recent Rhino High Fidelity Black Sabbath release, and then the group engages in the old "great album, bad cover art" discussion as newcomers Dawson (Rampage Video) and Wyoming Dave step into the pit. You've been warned...

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For more on Felipe (Jazz Bums):

https://www.youtube.com/@JazzBums

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https://www.youtube.com/@spinzvinyl?sub_confirmation=1

Surface Noise (B-Side) | Acoustic Sounds' UHQR Series Report Card Aug 02, 2024

Dive into the world of Acoustic Sounds' UHQR with us in this episode of SURFACE NOISE! We explore the quality of UHQR pressings, featuring the most current releases from the smooth jazz of Bill Evans to the polished rock of Steely Dan. Did some titles easily achieve "A"-list status? Did others not make the grade at that price point? What titles would our panelists wish AS would tackle next? These questions (and more) answered with this episode of SURFACE NOISE: B-Side!

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For more on Felipe (Jazz Bums):

https://www.youtube.com/@JazzBums

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Concert Buddie | Gatekeeping, Gaslighting, Cavs in 7 Jul 29, 2024

Aloha Buddies! Back at the control deck here on Vinyl Community Podcasts to talk about a topic on my mind lately: why is there gatekeeping in this Vinyl Community of ours? For this convo I'm joined by Friend of the Show (FOS) Matt from the YouTube channel Vinyl Reckoning as we explore the whats and whys as to how record collecting is a hobby often prone to tactics, commentaries, and attitudes that can not be as inviting or inclusive as we'd hope it can be. Is this a generational thing? Does every hobby seem to have so-called "gatekeeping" to new entries young and old? Or is it just a bi-product of our internet culture run amok? We also extend the conversation to whether or not this attitude by the few affects the many in the form of gaslighting people who are simply wanting to share their vinyl journey with others online; be it on YouTube, forum boards, or social media platforms. Personally I've seen it push people out of the community (a real shame), and been on the receiving end of it from a small handful of people myself. A piece too hot for the local news, sit back and give your ears a taste of the latest 'sode here on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

For more information on Concert Buddie:

https://www.youtube.com/@vinylreckoning

For more on guest Matt (Vinyl Reckoning):

https://vinyl-reckoning.creator-spring.com

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://www.youtube.com/@samstjohn1994

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Sam St. John | Interview with Los Straitjackets' Gringo Starr Jul 24, 2024

For his first contribution to Vinyl Community Podcasts, Sam St. John presents an interview he conducted with Chris "Gringo Starr" Sprague, drummer of Los Straitjackets, the long time touring band of artist Nick Lowe. We discuss Chris' own background in music, playing with Nick and the Straitjackets respectively, as well as the road to the new album "Indoor Safari," the first Nick Lowe album in over a decade - out September 13 on YepRoc records. Now in year 30(!) of the band, hear all about that and how the Straitjackets set a record for most band appearances on Conan O'Brien back in the day. That and MORE here on the latest episode of Vinyl Community Podcasts!

For more information on Sam St. John:

Pre-Order the new album "Indoor Safari: here:

https://yeproc.11spot.com/nick-lowe-indoor-safari.html

Los Straitjackets Website: https://losstraitjackets.com/

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https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (B-Side Edition) Jul 22, 2024

After the big lights dim, the Surface Noise crew goes right into the patented FREESTYLE portion of the proceedings. The guys welcome newcomer Dawson to the dais and touch on Bob Dylan, The Grateful Dead, why Jose has a strong distaste for anything Foo Fighters, a small recap of the "King of Royalty: Dethroned?" convo from earlier in the podcast, what constitutes an "80's band", and finally Jason Roxas has enough and drops off from disgust (maybe). All that and MORE here on the latest SURFACE NOISE: FREESTYLE!

For more information on Jason (Spinz Vinyl):

https://www.youtube.com/@spinzvinyl?sub_confirmation=1

For more on Jason Roxas:

For more on Jose Moreno Rahn:

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://www.youtube.com/@spinzvinyl?sub_confirmation=1

Surface Noise (B-Side) | Has Music Royalty Been Dethroned?? Jul 19, 2024

Surface Noise is back again! This time on the B-Side we discuss whether the Kings and Queens, Princesses and Princes of the music game (artists) are still in control of the throne, or is their rein in jeopardy?! Did we miss the best, or hit the worst? Listen and decide! Join in the fun and shenanigans, here on the B-Side!

For more information on Jason (Spinz Vinyl):

For more on Jason Roxas:

For more on Jose Moreno Rahn:

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://www.youtube.com/@beerandvinyl

Beer & Vinyl | Interview with Frank Secich (Blue Ash, Stiv Bators, Deadbeat Poets) Jul 15, 2024

For his latest pour on Vinyl Community Podcasts, Alex (Beer & Vinyl) is back with an interview with musician Frank Secich.

Here's quick bio:

Frank Secich (born June 14, 1951) is an American rock musician, songwriter, author and record producer. He was the bass player and founding member of the group Blue Ash from 1969 to 1979 and guitarist and bassist for the Stiv Bators band from 1979 until 1981. He played in the Cleveland-based group Club Wow with Jimmy Zero of the Dead Boys from 1982 to 1985 and produced the Ohio band the Infidels from 1985 to 1990. He is currently the rhythm guitarist for the Deadbeat Poets who were formed in 2006 in Youngstown, Ohio. Frank Secich's autobiography "Circumstantial Evidence" was published by High Voltage Publishing of Australia in 2015. His second book "Not That Way Anymore" was published in November 2023 by High Voltage Publishing. His current band, The Deadbeat Poets are on Pop Detective Records, which is owned by Mark Hershberger.

In 1973, Youngstown, OH Band Blue Ash released their debut record "No More, No Less" to critical acclaim. (Alex note: not only do I critically acclaim it, I put it up there with one of the best Power Pop records of the 70s and all time!). We hope you enjoy this fun conversation here on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

For more on Alex (Beer & Vinyl):

To learn more about Frank's projects:

BOOKS:

Not That Way Anymore (2023): https://www.amazon.com/Not-That-Anymo...

Circumstantial Evidence (2018): https://www.amazon.com/Circumstantial...

MUSIC:

Deadbeat Poets (CD and Vinyl): https://gethip.com/?s=deadbeat+poets&...

Blue Ash (CDs and Vinyl): https://gethip.com/?s=blue+ash&post_t...

And for more on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://www.youtube.com/@spinzvinyl

Surface Noise (B-Side) | Are We in the "Junk Wax" era? Plus, Two Truths and a Lie! Jul 12, 2024

Surface Noise is back!!! And we are flipping the disc once again for another B-Side edition! Remember the so called "Junk Wax" era during the '90s sport's card boom? We do, and the current vinyl economy is beginning to look and quack a lot like a duck. But does that make it a duck? Plus we discover surprising facts about our panelists that you never knew you needed to know with Two Truths and a Lie, vinyl collector edition! Let's Gooooo, BABYYYYY!!!!!

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Concert Buddie | The Price to Be an Audiophile Jul 08, 2024

Welcome back, Buddies! Hitting the ground running here with a mini 'sode talking about my own walk in the premium reissue market - namely UHQR - and how that series and the aims of other labels under the "audiophile" banner are pushing our vinyl appetites (and wallets) into places that require some real examination about the long term viability of those efforts. Based on some smaller direct conversations I've had with others in the community at large, I'm not alone in wondering what some of these labels are thinking, and I share some thoughts here only on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

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Concert Buddie | Mind of The Record Collector: Ari Crane Jul 03, 2024

Buddies! I had the great fortune to befriend the latest guest on "Mind of The Record Collector' during my latest visit to the Austin Record Convention in May. Ari Crane has been collecting records for several decades, traversing the country in search of the obscure, the unusual, and the rare pieces of wax many of us only hear about. A fixture on the record show circuit, the stories Ari shares here are GOLD (just like the ones he shared in Austin with me during our first meeting). He's been a record store owner, served as Consignment Director of Vinyl Records and Music Memorabilia for Heritage Auctions, and now leads his latest endeavor - Vinyl4Vets.com - putting vinyl and means to listen to it into the hands of the heroes who serve this country. It's a wide-ranging talk, including why Ari believes encapsulation (ie "slabbing") will move a section of the hobby forward in a way similar to sports cards, comics, etc., and he may even pull out some mega rare records in his own collection that he's decided to archive in this fashion. All this and MORE, here on Vinyl Community Podcasts and "Mind of The Record Collector"!

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For more information on Vinyl4Vets:

https://vinyl4vets.com

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) Jul 01, 2024

Embark with us on the journey of sheer insanity that is the Surface Noise: FREESTYLE. After the lights dim, the panel discussed the IVC (Interscope Vinyl Collective), guests arrived with liquor and leather jackets, and sibilance was a big topic of contention. Well, some of that happened. Find out what, only on the latest FREESTYLE (A-Side Edition)!

For more on host Concert Buddie:

For more on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

For more on Jason Roxas:

(catch his Sunday morning - US - dj streams)

Returning from the void, Jose Moreno Rahn:

https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion

Returning from Colorado, David Bianco (Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion):

For more information on guest Kevin (Me, Myself, and My Vinyl):

https://www.youtube.com/@memyselfmyvinyl894

For more information on Depeche Commode (Chris):

https://www.youtube.com/@Depeche_Commode

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | Anyone Here Speak Karate? Jun 28, 2024

Join us for the latest in utter nonsense talking the hobby of record collecting for SURFACE NOISE! Topics include: (1) Do hype stickers add/hold value/mean anything when looking at used vinyl to buy? (2) Is VMP fatigue real? Curation snags/Pressing Plant woes/etc now seeing more and more VMP titles in the used sections of local stores (3) What are you mad about this week in record collecting?

All that and MORE on the latest SURFACE NOISE: A-Side Edition.

Join us back on the A-Side as SURFACE NOISE talks the latest/greatest/not-so greatest about the hobby of record collecting. Topics on the table include: (1) Easiest $20 (or less) record you'd recommend (2) Best (and worst) reissue release you've bought lately? (3) Reissue labels - Top Tier, Mid Tier, or Bring You to Tears (trademarks pending....kind of). All this and more, only on SURFACE NOISE!

For more on host Concert Buddie:

For more on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

For more on Jason Roxas:

(catch his Sunday morning - US - dj streams)

Returning from the void, Jose Moreno Rahn:

https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion

Returning from Colorado, David Bianco (Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion):

For more on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion

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Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion | Colorado's First Record Pressing Plant is Ready to Press! Jun 26, 2024

Join us for the latest Audio Excursion courtesy of David Bianco and his channel Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion. David recently traveled to Colorado to get some details behind the first vinyl pressing plant to open in Colorado - Paramount Pressing - and learn more about what's next for this brand new facility. Much of the Vinyl Community has been interested to hear about this project; namely after the recent news with the folks at Vinyl Me Please and their involvement in this project. David sits down with Jilliann Parker - Head of Operations - for the new plant and Gary Salstrom who has been literally on the ground floor of standing the new facility up. Get ready to learn about this terrific new pressing plant, only on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

For more about host David Bianco (Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion):

Video companion to this series of interviews:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZGMlWDo510

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://www.youtube.com/@spinzvinyl

Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (B-Side Edition) Jun 24, 2024

Wrapping up Surface Noise: B-Side Edition with the customary FREESTYLE. The fellas cover a few things (records to play for certain moods, is a famous band with a new singer still as good) before putting on their man jammies and calling it a day. Join us, won't you? This FREESTYLE starts NOW!

For more information on host Jason (Spinz Vinyl):

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For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://www.youtube.com/@spinzvinyl

Surface Noise (B-Side) | The Truck Keeps on Rollin' Jun 21, 2024

Welcome back to another edition of Surface Noise: B-Side. Host Jason (Spinz Vinyl) returns flanked by some familiar faces to tackle two different topics for this here episode:

(1) The Future of Physical Media (including our beloved vinyl)

(2) The Vinyl Industry Post-Pandemic (what are we learning, and where is it continuing to go)

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) Jun 17, 2024

The latest in free flowing conversation grounded in our passion for music on the vinyl medium. The panel shares more thoughts on the Rhino/Black Sabbath situation, their experiences shopping for records at Barnes & Noble bookstores, and a few guests drop by to add to the madness. It's the one, the only FREESTYLE that follows SURFACE NOISE. Take a taste, now!

For more on host Concert Buddie:

For more on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

For more on Jason Roxas:

https://www.youtube.com/@musictalkwithjohn

(catch his Sunday morning - US - dj streams)

For more on guest John (Music Talk with John):

For more on guest Patrick (pbthal):

https://www.youtube.com/@pbthal

For more on Wyoming Dave:

https://www.youtube.com/@mazzysmusic

For more on Norman Maslov (Mazzy):

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | Who Stole The Tip Jar? Jun 14, 2024

Join us back on the A-Side as SURFACE NOISE talks the latest/greatest/not-so greatest about the hobby of record collecting. Topics on the table include: (1) Easiest $20 (or less) record you'd recommend (2) Best (and worst) reissue release you've bought lately? (3) Reissue labels - Top Tier, Mid Tier, or Bring You to Tears (trademarks pending....kind of). All this and more, only on SURFACE NOISE!

For more on host Concert Buddie:

For more on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

For more on Jason Roxas:

https://www.youtube.com/@musictalkwithjohn

(catch his Sunday morning - US - dj streams)

For more on guest John (Music Talk with John):

For more on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion

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Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion | Jerome Sabbagh Details His Analog Tone Factory Jun 12, 2024

Welcome back everybody for this latest Audio Excursion! Saxophonist Jerome Sabbagh is my guest, and is the founder of Analog Tone Factory - a new record label that records exclusively to analog tape! Coming at this project as a musician himself, Jerome has taken up the mantle for high quality recording techniques to aid the purists among us for the highest quality audio reproduction. As their website states: "no computers were harmed in the making of our records:. Join us for the story of his journey in bringing this record label to life in 2024!

For more information on host David Bianco:

For more information on Jerome Sabbagh and Analog Tone Factory:

https://www.jeromesabbagh.com

https://www.analogtonefactory.com

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://www.youtube.com/@spinzvinyl?sub_confirmation=1

Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (B-Side Edition) Jun 10, 2024

Starting your week off with the FREESTYLE portion of SURFACE NOISE: B-Side. The guys kept the show going and touched on topics like DSD-Gate - where's my refund: updates on where the panelists are in their refund/return stages with MoFi/Music Direct, and also why curious mastering choices like omitting tracks on reissues are made. Hijinks ensues...kind of.

Thanks for tuning in!

For more information on host Jason (Spinz Vinyl):

For more information on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion

For more information on David Bianco (Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion):

For more information on Brandon (MrHoffame):

For more information on Jason Roxas:

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://www.youtube.com/@spinzvinyl?sub_confirmation=1

Surface Noise (B Side) | Sabbath Reissue - Hey, man... is that OG? - Smash Or Pass? Jun 07, 2024

Surface Noise on an off week??? Time to flip the record and check out the B-Side! Let's Gooooo!!!!! Host Jason (Spinz Vinyl) is here to touch on the following:

-What's up with the new Rhino Hi-Fidelity Black Sabbath reissue?

-Is That OG?? The question the often comes up immediately when finding good used vinyl in the wild

-Smash Or Pass?

It's all fun and games... and a few facts...on Surface Noise: B-Side. Here, only on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

For more information on host Jason (Spinz Vinyl):

For more information on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion

For more information on David Bianco (Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion):

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Northern Revolutions | Soundtracks on Vinyl Jun 03, 2024

Soundtracks - in this episode your host, Rob from Nothern Revolutions, is back and chatting with fellow vinyl enthusiast and now record store owner, Joe from Racer Records. They mull over the topic of soundtracks - are they really anything worthwhile, or do some of them actually stand on their own as a musical work? Rob and Joe take a dive into this often overlooked genre of the vinyl world and talk about some soundtracks that are essential to any collection. So grab your proton pack, jump into your DeLorean, and take the highway to the Danger Zone in this latest installment of the Vinyl Community Podcasts!

For more information on host Rob (Northern Revolutions):

For more information on guest Joe (Racer Records):

https://www.youtube.com/@Souldisco

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

Souldisco | Let's Talk VMP (Vinyl Me, Please) with Rocco (Pieces of Vinyl) May 29, 2024

Back on the dance floor of Vinyl Community Podcasts, Nadine (Souldisco) is joined by Rocco (Pieces of Vinyl) to talk about some of the latest releases from Vinyl Me, Please as well as touch on some of the recent challenges the company has faced with the pressing plant situation. Rumor has it there may even be some cassette talk mixed into the conversation; you'll just have to listen to find out!

For more information on Nadine (Souldisco):

https://souldisco.de/shop/

For more information on Rocco (Pieces of Vinyl):

https://www.youtube.com/@PiecesofVinyl

For more on the VMP Pressing Plant story:

https://businessden.com/2024/05/03/record-scratch-vinyl-company-fires-and-sues-ceo-cfo-over-rino-plant

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle May 27, 2024

A desert-sized portion of the latest freestyle from the SURFACE NOISE program. Warning - bad jokes, laughs, and commentaries ahead. To our friends in the states, have a safe Memorial Day - and greatest thanks to our veterans and servicemen and servicewomen who gave the ultimate gift.

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://www.jmirecordings.com/the-jmi-record-store/max-gerl-max-gerl-12-vinyl-lp

Surface Noise | Do You Validate Parking? May 24, 2024

Grab a napkin, because our panel is BACK to review, preview, and barbecue the latest news and headlines in record collecting - only on SURFACE NOISE! Plus, we have a couple late additions to the dais to discuss the following topics:

(1) Rhino + Sabbath release (and future of the series + plus ready to order but not ready to ship?) (2) Apple Top 100 Best Albums List (meh) (3) Today's Music Critic - do they even matter, where do they reside, and how can one criticize without being ostracized? Apple Top 100 Best Albums List: https://100best.music.apple.com/us For more information on host Concert Buddie: https://www.youtube.com/@ConcertBuddie For more information on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency): https://www.youtube.com/@fidelios_frequency For more information on Jason Roxas: https://www.youtube.com/@JasonRoxas For more information on Norman Maslov (Mazzy): https://www.youtube.com/@mazzysmusic For more information on Jazz Bums Chris: https://www.youtube.com/@JazzBums https://www.youtube.com/@jazzbumschris979 For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts: https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

Jazz Bums | Max Gerl Meets The Bums May 22, 2024

Join us for an interview with bassist Max Gerl. We dive into his latest projects with JMI Recordings, discover his musical origins, and much more!

Order Max Gerl’s self titled solo bass record here:

For more on Max Gerl:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/maxgerlbass

For more on The Jazz Bums:

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@JazzBums

IG: https://www.instagram.com/jazzbums

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Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion | VMP Pressing Plant Future and Why All The New Pressing Plant Challenges? May 20, 2024

The recent legal strife between Vinyl Me Please and Vinyl Media Pressings as a startup vinyl record pressing plant remind us of the long delays which have become the norm for new plants. Host David Bianco discusses what might be causing these delays based on his experience in manufacturing and seeing the realities vs. the hype.

The good news is: more capacity helps keep titles stocked and promise dates be met. But it's not without some ongoing challenges. Listen to this detailed analysis, here on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

For more information on host David Bianco (Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion):

https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion

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Northern Revolutions | Canadians Talking Canadian Music May 15, 2024

Fresh from grabbing some tastiness from his local Tim Horton's, host Rob (Northern Revolutions) is joined by guests Jason Arsenault, Joe (Racer Records), Brian (Embryonic Robot), and Peter (Music is a Journey) to talk about music central to their core; namely, the music, artists, and bands of their homeland: Canada. What it means to us, what is it really, who do we think the world needs to hear and much more, much more. Put on your favorite hockey sweater and join us for this latest chat on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

For more information on host Rob (Northern Revolutions):

https://www.youtube.com/@jasonarsenault3791

For more information on Jason Arsenault:

For more information on Joe (Racer Records):

https://www.youtube.com/@EmbryonicRobot

For more information on Brian (Embryonic Robot):

For more information on Peter (Music is a Journey):

https://www.youtube.com/@musicisajourney

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://www.youtube.com/@junesmusiccorner

Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle May 13, 2024

The after hours, after Austin afterglow continues on the SURFACE NOISE FREESTYLE. The panel (minus Jason Roxas, DNP - power outage), recaps an interstate record transaction that took place in Austin, the passing of the late Steve Albini, and even some Shaun Cassidy commentary (really). Why else would we make this crap up? All this and MORE on the latest SURFACE NOISE FREESTYLE!

For more information on guest June (June's Music Corner):

For more information on host Concert Buddie:

For more information on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

For more information on Jason Roxas:

For more information on Jose Moreno Rahn:

https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion

For more information on David Bianco (Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion):

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Surface Noise | Marked Safe From The Austin Record Convention May 10, 2024

After loading up on sweet, sweet black wax at the Austin Record Show, SURFACE NOISE recaps the event, talks the VMP dramedy, and talks to special guest June's Music Corner about the plight of digging in the dollar bins (and if it's still a good option for collection building, today). All this and MORE, on SURFACE NOISE! Here exclusively on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

For more information on guest June (June's Music Corner):

For more information on host Concert Buddie:

For more information on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

For more information on Jason Roxas:

For more information on Jose Moreno Rahn:

https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion

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Concert Buddie | Mind of The Record Collector: Steve Herold May 08, 2024

Love it or leave it, the series Mind of The Record (er, Music) Collector is back on the airwaves of Vinyl Community Podcasts! This spin around the turntable features our guest Steve Herold, a lifelong collector of music in the physical form. His pursuit of music extends beyond our beloved vinyl - of late he's been feverishly pursuing compact discs for many of the same reasons we got back into vinyl 10-15 years ago. You'll hear about how his collection(s) started in earnest back in the day, the origins of his YouTube channel, touch on where are some of the best places to find cd's and vinyl present themselves during his work travels, and a few references to some Van Halen collectibles (of which he has a few). So many questions, so many answers, all coming up here on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

For more information on host Concert Buddie:

https://www.youtube.com/@STEVEHEROLD

For more information on guest Steve Herold:

https://jointfilms.com

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Northern Revolutions | Collecting Used Vinyl Records in 2024 May 06, 2024

While the Vinyl Community is all abuzz about the thrill, adventures, and treasures of the recent Record Store Day 2024 event, your host Rob from Northern Revolutions is joined by Joe from Racer Records to talk about used vinyl. Rob and Joe chat about the "other side", the "less pretty" side of the record hobby and that being used vinyl. The resurgence of the last 15 years has seen a massive deluge of new vinyl but the side benefit is that used vinyl is coming out of the woodwork. Everyone has rare and expensive records (or so they think). There are collections aplenty making their way into the used market. Ebay and Discogs has made it so that there are no rare records anymore, only expensive ones. Rob and Joe tackle these topics and more here on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

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Concert Buddie | Mind of The Record Collector: Vinyl Rewind (Eric Callero) May 01, 2024

Can you feel it? A seismic shift under our feet, Buddies! For the latest edition of Mind of The Record Collector, I'm joined by the Vinyl Geek himself - Eric Callero - from the popular YouTube channel Vinyl Rewind. Eric is no stranger to YouTube nor our obsession collecting our favorite music on vinyl (and other formats). Vinyl Rewind is a channel that touches on many fun and interesting points of not just our vinyl collection obsession, but deep dives into bands and albums we all love, interviews with artists and creators alike, and does it all with a great presentation style that keeps us coming back for more! Recently crossing the 253k subscriber plateau, and closing in on 500 videos to boot, Eric's channel influences many in the Vinyl Community across our various collecting journeys, and often shares information new to fans old and young alike. In this 'sode we cover what started Eric's journey on YouTube + making videos, trace his fondness for music on the physical format back many moons ago, and why all these years later how finding great music on vinyl is STILL tough to beat. It's a chat you don't want to miss, and can only find here on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

For more information on host Concert Buddie:

https://www.youtube.com/@VinylRewind

For more information on Eric Callero (Vinyl Rewind):

https://vinylrewind.tv

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle Apr 29, 2024

As the saying goes, "you get what you paid for". Set your expectations on low, as our dais continues the chatter from the latest SURFACE NOISE program into the FREESTYLE here for your ears. The boys touched on topic not yet discussed on these particular airwaves: The Beatles. While that lead to a steady viewer drop, we try to pull the plane up with more record talk and some preliminary thoughts on the Austin Record Convention coming next week, and the experiences and Vinyl Community personalities waiting there.

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For more the latest YouTube livestream sensation, Jose Moreno Rahn:

https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion

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For more information on Wyoming Dave:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5xF0La83bcBF69uMrCYl2w

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For more information on Johnny L:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL-Jj-sjxgvxiq7qyRiebKw

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Surface Noise | Without Record Store Day, What's Left? Apr 26, 2024

As we struggle to adjust to this post Record Store Day '24 world, join our SURFACE NOISE crew as we put one foot in front of the other and pick up the pieces towards making our vinyl collections great again. Or something like that. Join us, won't you?

Topics Covered:

(1) RSD Hangover: Do the plethora of "haul" videos hurt/help?

(2) Moving Records: Worst Thing Ever?

(3) Rock N Roll Hall of Fame 2024 Inductee Announcement: Thoughts and Comments

For more on host Concert Buddie:

https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion

For more info on David Bianco (Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion):

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Concert Buddie | Mind of The Record Collector: Harris Pilton Apr 24, 2024

Taking you straight across the pond for this one, Buddies! For the latest in the Vinyl Community Podcasts series Mind of The Record Collector, I'm joined by a buddie from the UK - Harris Pilton. I've had some great exchanges with him since I began making content in the community, and we share some similar (and different) experiences and approaches to the hobby that make for a different take in this series. Over the course of the episode we learn about his experiences collecting most of his life, what music shaped the records he gathered over the years, and we touch on inherent (and obvious) differences between record collectors in the states and overseas. Get a nice order of fish and chips and a tasty pint as this conversation is one not to miss here on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

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https://www.youtube.com/@Harrispilton22

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Surface Noise | Record Store Day 2024 Recap Apr 22, 2024

Exhausted from Record Store Day 2024 content yet? Let us slip this little ditty in before you are. Hear about our experiences, trials, and (perhaps) tribulations on the biggest record shopping day of the year! This emergency PODstream drops now, on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

For more information on host Concert Buddie:

For more information on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

For more information on Jason Roxas:

https://www.youtube.com/@punkrockshowoff

For more information on Brandon (PunkrockShowoff):

https://www.punkrockshowoff.com/

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Beer & Vinyl | A Conversation with Plaid Room Records + Colemine Records Owner Terry Cole Apr 17, 2024

Fresh from the seat at the end of the bar, we'd like to welcome Alex (Beer & Vinyl) joining the airwaves of Vinyl Community Podcasts fresh off his recent sit down with the owner of of Plaid Room Records and Coleman Records of Loveland, Ohio - Terry Cole. Colemine is a label home to some of the best indie + soul music out today, featuring artists like Durand Jones, Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio (DLO3), The Jive Turkeys, and Kendra Morris (to name a few), and home to others on sub-labels Karma Chief Records, Remined Records, etc.

The conversation touches many points in the history of both the Colemine label and the Plaid Room Records shop itself. Arguably one of the best shops (and labels) in the country, it's a great walk from the origins to present day, and you'll find it (and future conversations) from Alex here on Vinyl Community Podcasts going forward!

For more information on host Alex (Beer & Vinyl):

For more information on Plaid Room Records & Colemine Record Label:

https://www.plaidroomrecords.com

https://www.coleminerecords.com

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https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle Apr 15, 2024

The point where vinyl record madness, mayhem, and mischief intersect - join us for the latest Surface Noise - FREESTYLE at your own risk (the lawyers made us say that).

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https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion

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Surface Noise | Paved Paradise, Put Up a Parking Lot Edition Apr 12, 2024

You know you cannot get enough vinyl record talk, and here on Surface Noise, we got you covered! Lots of record talk plus an update on the future of the show. Don't miss it!

Topics covered include:

(1) Too Many Variants - what makes you buy multiples if variants are in play

(2) Is the Rhino Audiophile Series a success so far? ex. The Jazz buy 3 get 1 free sale

(3) How important are record shows today?

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For more information on host Concert Buddie:

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For more information on Jason Roxas:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aWCKypIZ7fk

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https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

Concert Buddie | Too Many Color Variants? Apr 08, 2024

Back in the building Buddies with another pod-exclusive presentation here on Vinyl Community Podcasts! Touching on a topic that's recently been in the news with Billie Eilish and her recent Billboard interview talking about the cash grab that persists with the overproduction of vinyl color and cover variants. Sure, there's a free market component to this topic, but she was also talking about the environmental effects that producing so many different vinyl variations is having from a sustainability perspective. Spurred in part by a recent Melinda Murphy video touching on it (link below), I give my thoughts on the topic, share some poor man's Mr. Science behind vinyl, and share some examples of albums & artists mayyyyybe not needing to make so many copies of their works (yes, Taylor Swift comes up). All that and MORE from this latest 'sode on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

For more information on host Concert Buddie:

https://www.youtube.com/@ConcertBuddie

Link to Melinda Murphy's video that spurred this podcast:

Billie Eilish Interview with Billboard:

https://www.billboard.com/music/pop/billie-eilish-sustainability-eco-friendly-initiatives-mom-1235642455

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Jazz Bums | Blue Note 2024 Classic Series Announced! Apr 03, 2024

Welcome back fellow Jazz Bums! For this latest installment of Vinyl Community Podcasts, the guys discuss the recent announcement of the 2024 Blue Note Classic Series titles!

For more information on the Jazz Bums:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JazzBums

Discord: https://discord.com/invite/yy4n2x8UnZ

IG: https://www.instagram.com/jazzbums

Official Announcement: https://www.bluenote.com/classic-vinyl-reissue-series-2024

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Surface Noise | Latest Freesyle Apr 01, 2024

Just when you didn't think it could get any worse, we test that by putting forth the latest FREESTYLE at the end of the SURFACE NOISE livestream. More Pablo talk? Check. John Mayer as a world-class stickman? Check. Tasting a couple of records that no one asked for? Check - check - check.

All that and more, on the latest SURFACE NOISE - FREESTYLE - NOW!

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For more on Jose Moreno Rahn:

https://www.youtube.com/@mazzysmusic

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For more information on Wyoming Dave:

https://www.youtube.com/@ghborden

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Surface Noise | Digging For Loose Change Mar 29, 2024

Back with the least rewatchable livestream in the Vinyl Community, we bring you once again SURFACE NOISE for your earholes. Our dais was comprised of host Concert Buddie, Jason Roxas, Jose Moreno Rahn, and Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency) to talk about some hot topics and current events in the volatile world of vinyl record collecting. This spin around the turntable we discussed the following topics:

(-) Are the Acoustic Sounds Pablo jazz reissues necessary? (-) Anniversary Vinyl Reissues: cash grab (or not)? (-) In the "Golden Age" of vinyl reissues, will reissues hold any value?

For more on host Concert Buddie:

https://www.youtube.com/@ConcertBuddie

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Concert Buddie | I Sold On Whatnot (Now What) with Spinz Vinyl Mar 27, 2024

The record keeps spinning, Buddies! Another brief pod-only show here on Vinyl Community Podcasts, this time joined by friend of the pod Jason (Spinz Vinyl) who recently took the plunge to selling records on the ecommerce platform Whatnot. If you are unfamiliar, Whatnot is an application/website that is hosted by individual sellers (sometimes including brick & mortar shop owners) selling their wares through the medium. It extends beyond vinyl records and includes sports cards, video games, clothing, shoes (and a ton more). Jason recently tried his hand at selling records in conjunction with his partnership with MION Records, and held two auctions right out of the gate. Here he shares he thoughts on the platform, why he is selling records there, how he chooses titles to sell there, and (most importantly) would he do it again (SPOILER: he is on March 30th at 12pm PST/3pm EST). Learn all about it here on this latest 'sode on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

For more information on host Concert Buddie:

https://www.youtube.com/@spinzvinyl?sub_confirmation=1

For more information on Jason (Spinz Vinyl):

Direct link to his next auction on Whatnot (including a $15 credit for new buyers on the platform):

https://whatnot.com/invite/spinz_vinyl

For more information on MION Records:

https://mion.tokyo

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Concert Buddie | Subscribe Me, Please? Mar 25, 2024

Aloha Buddies! With the recent announcement that subscription-based vinyl service BANDBOX was closing up shop amidst bankruptcy proceedings, it led me to consider what the vinyl subscription + service space looks like past, present, and future. Vinyl Me, Please is the lion in the vinyl-curation/subscription business, but there are several smaller businesses that are putting exclusive and distinct records in the hands of their customers through this business model, and adding their own unique "spin" (#dadjoke) to how they go about it. This pod will walk through that and also identify other potential threats to this distinct business model out in the greater vinyl landscape. Join me for this latest mini 'sode here only on VINYL COMMUNITY PODCASTS!

For more information on host Concert Buddie:

https://www.vinylmeplease.com

For more information on Vinyl Me, Please:

For more information on Magnolia Record Club:

https://magnoliarecord.store

For more information on VNYL:

https://vnyl.org

For more information on Tipitina's Record Club:

https://tipitinasrecordclub.com

For more information on Black Box Record Club:

https://blackboxrecordclub.com

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion

Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion | Southwest Audio Fest 2024 Recap Mar 20, 2024

Adjust your tray tables to their full upright and locked positions and please join David Bianco (Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion) for his latest installment on Vinyl Community Podcasts recapping his experiences at the recent Southwest Audio Fest. This show was held in the Dallas + Fort Worth area, and was the first year the event was held. He'll share his thoughts on the event, as well as an on-site interview with show organizers Gary Gill & Lou Hinkley. Join us, won't you, for this latest Audio Excursion!

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For more information on the Southwest Audio Fest:

https://www.southwestaudiofest.com

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle Mar 18, 2024

Just when you think the SURFACE NOISE show is over, that's when the FREESTYLE hits you! Topics include: disappointment with a recent Atlantic 75 title (record good, jacket....switched?), talk of the recent John Coltrane record that sold for $12,600, updates on the VMP and MoFi pressing plants, recent pickups, and we get a "David" double header when Wyoming Dave and David Bianco drop by to share some goings on in their record collecting worlds. What are you waiting for? The SURFACE NOISE - FREESTYLE starts NOW!

For more on host Concert Buddie:

https://www.youtube.com/@ConcertBuddie

For more on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

For more on Jason Roxas:

https://www.youtube.com/@beerandvinyl

For more on Jason Arsenault:

https://www.youtube.com/@jasonarsenault3791

For more on Alex (Beer and Vinyl):

For more information on Wyoming Dave:

https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion

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Surface Noise | The Return, Baby! Overrated, Underrated, or Properly Rated (Albums) Mar 15, 2024

Been a long time since we rock 'n rolled! SURFACE NOISE returns with a vengeance (kind of). Flanked by mainstays Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency) and Jason Roxas, we welcome a couple first timers to the dais in hopes of freshening up the joint: Jason Arsenault and Alex (Beer and Vinyl). We tackle the fun topic of "Overrated, Underrated, or Properly Rated" albums (shoutout to the Podfather, Bill Simmons there), and there were several selections that upset the masses (maybe). Find out what they were, and MORE, here on SURFACE NOISE!

For more on host Concert Buddie:

https://www.youtube.com/@ConcertBuddie

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For more on Jason Roxas:

For more on Jason Arsenault:

https://www.youtube.com/@jasonarsenault3791

For more on Alex (Beer and Vinyl):

https://www.youtube.com/@beerandvinyl

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Concert Buddie | Mind of The Record Collector: Brandon (MrHoffame) Mar 13, 2024

In one of the most overdue 'sodes in Vinyl Community Podcasts history, we finally - FINALLY - get the OG of the Vinyl Community - Brandon (MrHoffame) in the hot seat of the VCP exclusive series: Mind of The Record Collector. Brandon was literally one of the first in the community to begin sharing his collecting journey on YouTube and taking us along for the ride. Like many, I've learned a great deal from Brandon over the years: first through his videos themselves, then as I've been fortunate to get to know him personally, outside of the "VC". In fact, I've definitely "borrowed" several practices + approaches to how he's built and shaped his collection over the years. In a word, his collection is INSANE. Not only that, he has one of the best listening + collection rooms out there. We touch on that, plus talk about those quiet early days of slowing finding others online to share the collecting journey with, discuss the different "levels" to collecting we've both experienced, and share another bi-product of his collection prowess: his new curation venture of building collections for others (Sounds of You). All that plus some lighting round questions to put some cool water on the hot seat, NOW on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

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Concert Buddie | Discogs World Tour: What is Discogs Cooking Up? Mar 11, 2024

Aloha Buddies! One constant in the ever changing record collecting hobby of ours is the pre-imminent tool we use to grow and develop our collections: Discogs. Unquestionably the largest vinyl record database out there, it has made it easier and more accessible to collect our favorite pieces of music, predominantly on vinyl. Likewise, the marketplace aspect of the platform has helped to bridge the divide from the rare and limited releases to collectors across the globe. In the past few weeks, the head leadership at Discogs has popped up on a couple Vinyl Community channels to discuss their business, and the timing of these chats without any high level launch/product change/etc. is curious (to me). Another channel in the community (Tom c/o High Rant District) also noticed this and recently shared some takes that pushed my curiosity into overdrive. This 'sode talks about those confluences, my own thoughts on Discogs in it's current state, and things that I strongly feel need to be addressed to continue to give buyers and sellers alike confidence in using the platform (even in the face of next to no competition in this space; a space they have essentially created themselves). Would love to hear your thoughts on this, and Discogs in general, so don't be shy and reach out to my social media channels and share away!

For more information on host Concert Buddie:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/concertbuddie

Videos mentioned in this episode:

Tom (High Rant District):

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KukaN3FwalU&t=12s

Steve Westman interview with Discogs Leadership:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mg7tA0biIfM

G.I. Sanders (NTX Vinyl) interview with Discogs Leadership:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imRmfxOjNz8

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Northern Revolutions | The Necessity or Extravagance of Vinyl Box Sets Mar 06, 2024

We’ve all seen them tantalizingly promoted across the internet. Many of us have spent more than we should on them. Most of us have debated if we really need them or if we’ll get in trouble from our significant others for buying them: Box Sets. Super Deluxe Box Sets. Album compilation box sets. Whichever the flavor, these expensive records are becoming more and more prevalent. Host Rob from Northern Revolutions is joined this time around by Racer Joe from Racer Records on YouTube to discuss box sets: what makes a good one, are they really worth the big price tag, are they essential (or a luxury) and a whole lot more. Listen up!

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