Vinyl Community Podcasts

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Beer & Vinyl | What's the Matter, M Ross? Ohio, Music, and More with M Ross Perkins May 07, 2025

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Back on the airwaves of Vinyl Community Podcasts, Alex (Beer & Vinyl) shares a recent interview with musician/songwriter M Ross Perkins. M Ross Perkins is currently a featured artist on the Colemine Records label, and has a new album that dropped on May 2nd (interview recorded prior) entitled "What's The Matter, M Ross?"

Composed, performed, and recorded completely by Perkins in his Dayton, OH studio, What’s the Matter… is both the most stripped down and expansive within his tryptic of albums ("Wrong, Wrong, Wrong", "E Pluribus M Ross", and Now "What's The Matter...").

The headphone symphonies move with a deliberate, composed sophistication while the lyrics explore fresh territory, turning the camera away from the “butterscotch revue” and pointing it into a mirror. "The touchstones of psych pop remain: flourishes of Nilsson are still here, but so are Gram Parsons and Jonathan Richman. If you want to assign geography to What’s the Matter, M Ross?, the album is equal parts Laurel Canyon and Big Pink, more Woodstock the town than the festival. Perkins is a self-contained (late-period) Teenage Fanclub with George Harrison’s spiritual sense of inner wanderlust.

Want a free copy? Available to anyone in lower 48 states head over to the Beer & Vinyl YouTube channel (specific video link below) and comment with some kind of musical connection to the state of Ohio. Deadline to enter is May 16th, 2025. And don't forget to check out thew new album "What's the Matter, M Ross" at your local independent record store or direct from Colemine Records (link also below). Bottoms up! 🍻🍻

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For more on M Ross Perkins:

https://www.mrossperkins.com

https://mrossperkins.bandcamp.com

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

To pick up the album from Colemine Records:

https://www.coleminerecords.com/collections/m-ross-perkins/products/m-ross-perkins-whats-the-matter-m-ross-release-date-05-02-2025

For more on host Alex (Beer & Vinyl):

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

Video to comment for chance to win:

https://youtu.be/mBCyNdQw-2E?si=aVtpZE1U-SLCANs0

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

Concert Buddie | Mini Austin Record Convention Recap + Surface Noise News May 05, 2025

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Back at it, Buddies! Here for a quick 'sode to share what happened when I went to the spring Austin Record Convention over the weekend.

Many records were acquired, many meats and eats were consumed, and many memories were made. And no, I did not get to meet Raekwon or Jack White there (yes, that happened). BUT....I still had a good time and will share a brief recap here!

Before that, I share some quick news on SURFACE NOISE and what to expect in the short term.

Let's start the week off right, and right now, here on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

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For more on Concert Buddie:

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

https://concertbuddie.com

IG: @concertbuddie

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

Don't forget to visit FOTS (friends of the show) Vinyl Storage Solutions for the BEST sleeves to protect your best records (and your worst).

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle Apr 28, 2025

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Apologies to Britney, but ooops we did it again....we found another way to chime in with even MORE Record Store Day talk. 😬

On the latest FREESTYLE following SURFACE NOISE, we are discussing some of the fresh SoundScan data behind the sales to learn which titles/releases were the biggest of the RSD25 bunch.

Following the first segment moving through spreadsheet purgatory, we have a hearty conversation/game for the biggest record collector pet peeves - RANKED. Are corner dings "annoying AF"? Is dirty brand new vinyl simply the worst? Hear where our band ranks some of these more tiresome aspects of this hobby we enjoy, ONLY on the latest FREESTYLE from SURFACE NOISE!

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For more on Concert Buddie:

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

https://concertbuddie.com

IG: @concertbuddie

For more on Jason Roxas:

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

For more on Chris Chach (Groove Seeker):

https://www.instagram.com/thegrooveseeker

For more on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

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

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

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Surface Noise | What are the Hardest Records to Collect? Apr 24, 2025

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Surface Noise is B-A-C-K!! Our panel of dedicated vinyl enthusiasts present another spin around the turntable, where in this week's podcast proper we'll discuss the hardest records to collect, find, or track down - does it vary by label, by artist, or genre? How much of a pursuit is TOO much of a pursuit (limits, people, limits). Everybody's got a price, but somebody's gotta pay (shoutout to the Million Dollar Man Ted Dibiase) 💵

Then we discuss what is the the best "closing" song to see in concert from a band or artist. Not just the "play the hits" crowd, but THE hit - the one that sends the crowd happy, the biggest hit, the song synonymous with the artist/band. THAT is a song to close a show with! 🤩

All that and so much MORE, only on SURFACE NOISE! 🗣️

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For more on Concert Buddie:

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

https://concertbuddie.com

IG: @concertbuddie

For more on Jason Roxas:

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

For more on Chris Chach (Groove Seeker):

https://www.instagram.com/thegrooveseeker

For more on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

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

For more on Jose Moreno Rahn:

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

https://auroracentralrecords.bandcamp.com

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts: https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) Apr 21, 2025

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Just when you thought it was safe to get back in the water, we bring you another FREESTYLE courtesy of the latest episode of SURFACE NOISE: A-Side! 🦈

Our record collecting coalition shares "the one that got away" - a record that was attainable at one time, either when it first came out, or later at an affordable price - but (for whatever reason) will not be joining our collections any time soon (if ever) 🩸

From there, we discuss a topic on the internet of late regarding the recently concluded Record Store Day: should participating stores hold back product for themselves, including a tale of a store owner in some hot water for doing just that.

Sink or swim, this is the latest FREESTYLE! 🤿

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For more on Concert Buddie:

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

https://concertbuddie.com

IG: @concertbuddie

For more on Jason Roxas:

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

For more on Chris Chach (Groove Seeker):

https://www.instagram.com/thegrooveseeker

For more on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

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

For more on Jose Moreno Rahn:

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

https://auroracentralrecords.bandcamp.com

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts: https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | What Do We Talk About When Record Store Day is Over? Apr 17, 2025

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The title says it all. 🙊

(Don't worry, we have plenty to talk about).

After a busted attempt at a BRIEF RSD25 recap from our perches across the vinyl galaxy, we launch into our favorite best buys/scores from our record collecting careers. Were they records we found well, well, well under market rate? Maybe records we bought new when they first hit stores and now they are going for monopoly money? 💰💸

The show that is regularly out of ideas continues to wring the mop 'til the last drop, only on SURFACE NOISE! 🫵🏻

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For more on Concert Buddie:

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

https://concertbuddie.com

IG: @concertbuddie

For more on Jason Roxas:

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

For more on Chris Chach (Groove Seeker):

https://www.instagram.com/thegrooveseeker

For more on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

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

For more on Jose Moreno Rahn:

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

https://auroracentralrecords.bandcamp.com

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts: https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) Apr 14, 2025

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For a few more fixins' on our vinyl baked potato, in the FREESTYLE of the latest episode of SURFACE NOISE (A-Side) the panel discusses a few more topics:

Thoughts on the new Tracy Chapman (self titled) reissue, and how come other companies cannot figure out the pricing puzzle at $25(ish)?
Is MoFi back? With some more contemporary curation choices of late, is Mobile Fidelity reissuing titles other won't, can't, or should?
When will we finally get a vinyl issue of the infamous Doobie Brothers performance caught on tape from the immortal Fred "Rerun" Berry?

You think we are kidding....grab your red beret and listen to find out ONLY on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

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For more on Concert Buddie:

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

https://concertbuddie.com

IG: @concertbuddie

For more on Jason Roxas:

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

For more on Chris (Groove Seeker):

https://www.instagram.com/thegrooveseeker

For more on Alex (Beer & Vinyl):

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

🔔 For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

Don't forget to visit FOTS (friends of the show) Vinyl Storage Solutions for the BEST sleeves to protect your best records (and your worst).

Save 10% using the code(s) below:

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Surface Noise | Record Store Day 2025: Great? Late? Smoke? Joke? Apr 10, 2025

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Record Store Day 2025 is almost upon us , and we've got everything you need to know! On this show we're diving into what makes RSD such a unique experience for vinyl lovers, highlighting the most exciting releases, and discussing why this event is a must for every record collector.

What titles are MUST grabs for our panel of trusty vinyl enthusiasts? (2:15)
What titles could they be talked into adding to their stacks? (39:17)
And what titles give off the "come on, man" vibe with their inclusion on an otherwise super solid list? (51:41)

Whether you're a seasoned RSD veteran or a first-timer, we've got insider tips and some major FOMO-worthy picks you won't want to miss. 🔥

Don't forget, RSD is THIS Saturday, April 12th—are you ready? 📅

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For more on Concert Buddie:

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

https://concertbuddie.com

IG: @concertbuddie

For more on Jason Roxas:

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

For more on Chris Chach (Groove Seeker):

https://www.instagram.com/thegrooveseeker

For more on Alex (Beer & Vinyl):

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

🔔 For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

Don't forget to visit FOTS (friends of the show) Vinyl Storage Solutions for the BEST sleeves to protect your best records (and your worst).

Save 10% using the code(s) below:

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https://vinylstoragesolutions.ca

Concert Buddie | Joie Calio of dada & THE vinyl "Puzzle" of Record Store Day 2025 Apr 07, 2025

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Happy Record Store Day Week Buddies! 🎉🍾 It's a great list this year, and one of those coveted selections is sure to be the 90's rock album "Puzzle" from dada. For this 'sode on Vinyl Community Podcasts we speak with Joie Calio from dada to celebrate this long overdue vinyl arrival! (1:11)

The chat begins with learning about the origins of the band and how the boys crafted their sound in the early days before connecting with famed producer Ken Scott (The Beatles, David Bowie, Elton John, Lou Reed) to record their debut for I.R.S. records - 1992's debut "Puzzle". (2:04)

From there Joie reflects on last year's "Return to Dizz Knee Land" tour (including some clutch assistance from a certain Concert Buddie at one fateful gig) (16:17) before we learn how "Puzzle" got the long overdue vinyl pressing she deserves (26:53).

A lot of miles to cover (literally) on this latest spin on the turntable, but with Record Store Day in sight, this vinyl "puzzle" is fixing to be solved. Hear all about it only on Vinyl Community Podcasts! 🧩

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For more on guest Joie Calio (dada, 7Horse):

https://www.joiecalio.com

www.dadaforever.com

https://www.7horsemusic.com

IG: @joiecalio

For more on Concert Buddie:

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

https://concertbuddie.com

IG: @concertbuddie

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

Don't forget to visit FOTS (friends of the show) Vinyl Storage Solutions for the BEST sleeves to protect your best records (and your worst).

Save 10% using the code(s) below:

VCP10

https://vinylstoragesolutions.ca

Sam St. John | Interview with Seth Walker: Singer/Songwriter Apr 04, 2025

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Guest spot here on the latest Vinyl Community Podcasts presentation. Sam St. John is back to share an interview he conducted with North Carolina singer/songwriter Seth Walker, who is on the eve of releasing his brand new record "Why the Worry" out 04/04/2025 on Royal Potato Family Records.

Seth has collaborated with artists such as The Mavericks, The Wood Brothers, Paul Thorn, Ruthie Foster, Oliver Wood, Raul Malo, and many more. In this chat they discuss the new record, his touring plans, and Hurricane Helene relief efforts in North Carolina.

To purchase the new record or to find a tour date near you, please go to www.sethwalker.com

If you would like to contribute to Hurricane Helene relief efforts, please visit the links below:

https://www.belovedasheville.com

https://americansongcatcher.com/restringappalachia

https://riverviewstation.com

For more information on host Sam St. John:

https://www.youtube.com/@Americanasam1994

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com