The Vinyl Guide - Artist Interviews for Record Collectors and Music Nerds

Guitarist and music-gear mega-collector Joe Bonamassa joins us to talk about his new record label, collecting gear, his appreciation and approach to the art of vinyl records, his new LP "Live at the Hollywood Bowl" on Journeyman records and more. Topic Include: Joe's record label "Journeyman Records" Joe likes mentoring other artists Balancing being a musician and a businessman Joe's appreciates music on vinyl Hearing music as designed by the artist Sequencing a record is like sequencing a live set The approach to Joe's record collection Seeing the record collection of Claude Nobs Hard to find many recordings on CD or streaming What will happen to Joe's music gear after he's gone American built guitars and amps How does Joe maintain his collection? Joe won't say which guitars he's save Who would Joe like to collaborate with? Putting himself in the zone for a live show Playing the Hollywood Bowl Working with an orchestra vs an 8 piece band Interview wrapup Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Managing the estate of a legend like Miles Davis requires tremendous coordination, detail and creativity. Vince Wilburn Jr, musician, collaborator and nephew of Miles and co-manager of the Miles Davis Estate discusses the contents, complexities and strategies of managing the Miles Davis Legacy. Topic Include: Uncle Miles – The Chief Reviewing offers / keeping quality high on Miles Davis legacy Good relationships of team and with former labels Are any tapes missing? How much unreleased material? Archiving films, stage clothing, instruments Miles Davis' record collection, getting records delivered Musicians he appreciated in the 80s Miles' thoughts on early hip hop Creating music on the fly, setting up recording sessions adhoc He went through many Sony Walkmans Where is Miles' record collection? Miles was very supportive of Vince playing music The story of "The Man With the Horn" Advice Miles gave Vince on being a musician Did Miles keep in touch with his Jazz contemporaries? Some rare Miles recordings found after his passing Recent RSD issues of new Miles recordings Ron Carter stories What is something people get wrong about Miles Davis? Did Miles give any guidance on his legacy? Zev Feldman, Kevin Donan connections Musicians would visit Miles – Prince would call frequently Does the album art exist? Upcoming Miles Davis legacy projects Memories of being young with Miles What's Vince's favourite Miles LP? UHQRs are the ultimate Kind of Blue pressings Test pressings and original acetates are part of the archive Interview wrap up Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Most record collectors use Discogs each day - so what does the data tell us about the state of record collecting? Founder & CEO Kevin Lewandowski and COO Lloyd Starr talk to us about the data and future of this pivotal platform. Topic Include: Introductions – CEO and COO roles A brief history of Discogs Original visions and business model of Discogs Dealing with users that have high expectations Classical music posed some challenges to catalogue Is Discogs built for non-physical media? Dealing with strange data points and entries What is the most expensive items sold through Discogs Data trends of record and music buyers The architecture of Discogs Early challenges supporting with website Recent focus on modernizing the Discogs architecture Planning new Discogs features Dark Side of the Moon is the most catalogued item in Discogs New features for the Discogs wantlist Events that create surges in purchasing activity What role will AI play in Discogs? Managing user feedback and priorities for features Helping new users become contributors Training new users to make edits Will Discogs do an IPO someday? What will Discogs look like in 5 years? Interview wrapup Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

The 1971 album "Moon Blood" by Fraction has fascinated record collectors for decades. The perfect intersection between great musicianship, intriguing backstory and supreme rarity, Fraction "Moon Blood" is now getting an official reissue through Riding Easy Records. Dillon Smith (Noble Records), Lance Barresi (Permanent Records) & Daniel Hall (Riding Easy) share the story of the legend. Topic Include: Fraction "Moon Blood" cover art challenges The origin story of Fraction Jim Beach of Fraction wants little to do with the reissue What do we know about Fraction before "Moon Blood" "Moon Blood" had Christian themes Only 200 copies were pressed in 1971 The Doors LA Woman may have influenced the packaging The challenge of duplicating the cover art in modern times Lack of information on Fraction just adds to the mystery Fraction "Moon Blood" musicians never had another public music credit What we know about the extra tracks The Mexican Summer reissue of "Moon Blood" When record collectors started seeking "Moon Blood" in the 80s and 90s The influence of Acid Archives The Doors heavily influenced Fraction The source of the new reissue – comparing to an original How Mexican Summer arranged for a reissue Dillon's journey with Fraction "Moon Blood" Lance's original copy of Fraction "Moon Blood" Daniel's experience getting Fraction reissue approved The breakdown of reissue vinyl pressings Interview wrap up Order Fraction "Moon Blood" vinyl at Riding Easy Records, Noble Records and Permanent Records. Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

9 years since the last album, CJ Ramone and Spike Slawson discuss the new album "Me First & the Gimme Gimmes ¡Blow It…at Madison's Quinceañera!" - the victories and challenges of the band, disgruntled audience members, picking annoying songs to cover and what's next for the band. Topic Include: What is a quinceañera? MFATGG music wasn't familiar to 15 year old girls Traditional Spanish songs in the album Making the live album at a quinceañera MFATGG is a live band – best way to capture them on record Spike and band enjoys the live awkward moments A nasty email from a disgruntled audience member Dealing with difficult audience members American schlager culture / antagonizing the audience The process of selecting Madison for the quinceañera The family struggled through parts of the show Comparing to MFATGG Ruin Johnny's Bar mitzvah album The quinceañera was filmed, when will we see it? MFATGG hearing back from artists they covered CJ comparing MFATGG to Ramones doing "Acid Eaters" Spike hates the original versions of songs MFATGG play How are the songs selected for a MFATGG project? Nate screws up the "Queen of Hearts" lyrics What other songs would Spike like to cover? They like covering songs that give them negative responses Folding in punk riffs into covers Memories of Steve Soto and Manic Hispanic Will there be more MFATGG albums in the near future? Interview wrap up Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Joe Nelson is co-founder of Trust Records, which specializes in preserving and extending classic punk and hardcore records for future generations including Circle Jerks, 7 Seconds, DFL, SSD and more. Topic Include: Interview kick off Origin & Mission of Trust Records Creating a legacy, giving back to community Adding materials to allow new listeners to understand the history Engaging Circle Jerks securing "Group Sex" and "Wild In The Streets" Building the trust for a new model of managing punk legacy Keith Morris is punk rock Yoda Gathering materials, tapes, pictures, artwork for reissues Brokering deals for various stakeholders Initial pressings often aren't the best the music can sound Using stems for remixing, listener participation Difficult projects to pull together Upcoming releases: SSD "Get It Away", Stalag 13 "In Control", SNFU "... And No One Else Wanted To Play", Royal Crown Review Hepcat – Greg Lee's special request, Aggression, 7 Seconds "New Wind" and extras The story of Descendents / Circle Jerks split – 1st non-reissue Trust Records sell out quick – any upcoming repressings? SSD "The Kids Will Have Their Say" reissue is true to the original – cover variations Pressing records during the pandemic Is Trust mainly vinyl? Any CDs or Cassettes, etc? 7" singles within some of the Trust releases – 7 Seconds, Agression Youth Brigade – Sound and Fury Deluxe Edition – original album Negotiating with multiple band members What does he think will happen with SST Records? The recent sale of Dead Kennedys catalogue Interview wrap up Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Steve Albini, musician, engineer and producer of some of the most memorable records of the 90s up through today. His ears and musical sensibilities were stellar and his wit and attitude made him appreciated and revered by most. RIP Steve Albini. Topic Include: Steve doesn't consider himself an audiophile Steve's turntable and home audio system Taking care of records Favourite record shops Liquidating his record collection Discovering the Stooges & Ramones in Montana Entering the punk scene of Chicago Big Black "Lungs" items and inserts Experimenting and making each record unique Quantities, repressings and collectability The Mentally Ill's "Gacy's Place" single Reverse shoplifting at a record store Collecting consignment money "Do you know what a hooker DOESN'T want to do on her night off?" Seeing bands, taking care of ears and hearing Still hearing most detail but aware of decline Never comfortable delegating critical tasks How does Steve protect his hearing? Shifting from "Engineer Steve" to "Creative Musician Steve" Balancing priorities, studio bookings and personal music What's the best rumour you've ever heard about yourself? Who is a band you haven't worked with that you'd like to? Working with The Stooges Slint spills tea across the recording console Interview wrap up Support our podcast at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen & Follow on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen & Follow on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Matt Pike (Sleep) and Coady Willis (Big Business, Melvins) discuss their latest High on Fire album "Cometh The Storm", the many vinyl variants, touring, winning a Grammy and much more. Topic Include: Coady and Matt fighting with Zoom Great response to the new album When is it time to do a new High on Fire album The process of writing a new album Lessons learnt with Melvins brought to High on Fire Any outtakes or over-recording? Involvement in the vinyl variants Quantities of vinyl pressings Forming and sequencing the album Where Matt keeps his Grammy Memories of Lemmy Reaction when the Grammy nomination was announced Busting Coady's chops Touring the new LP first in Europe Is post-Covid touring normalizing? Potential Australian tour dates to be announced? Integrating tours with various other bands What's up with Big Business? Balancing multiple bands Sleep Dopesmoker pot leaf vinyl from Third Man Al is great at marketing and merch ideas The Sleep Vault materials The recent reissue of "The Art of Self Defence" Interview wrap up Get High on Fire "Cometh The Storm" on vinyl here. Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

DEAD and We Empty Rooms regularly releases extremely ambitious vinyl packages and boxsets. Today we speak with proprietor Jem on the making of these collections, the recent "Burn Us Clean" 9-7" boxset, working with Hard-Ons, Melvins and what's next for this creative label. Topic Include: Zoom anxiety / interview start Jem's skills in manufacturing and music Keeping limits of record numbers Variations of "The Laughing Shadow" Using various record pressing plants and materials Manufacturing challenges Discovering records – much cheaper than CDs Zenith records made the "Burn Us Clean" records Deciding to make a boxset of 9 – 7" records Working with 9 other bands to have b-sides for each single The Melvins and Hard-Ons split – 70g 7" Hard-Ons 30 Years boxset Guidance from Hard-Ons for their boxset Recording the new album with all-analogue intentions Announcing their new Double Album The various versions of "Burn Us Clean" boxset The logistics of coordinating "Burn Us Clean" boxset Minimal guidance given to the other bands Packaging for the "Burn Us Clean" boxset The surprise flexi-disc Will DEAD consider another major boxset? Hand-silkscreened record sleeves Upcoming new double LP set Other projects with ambitiously underestimated complexities The endearing qualities of hand-crafted record packaging Interview wrap up Follow DEAD and We Empty Rooms' Bandcamp pages here. Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Dweezil Zappa returns to The Vinyl Guide to share stories of Frank, the recordings, Frank's record collection, an unreleased track with Eddie Van Halen, discuss his tour celebrating 50 years of "Roxy & Elsewhere", "Apostrophe'" and more! The changing world of touring 50 years since "Roxy & Elsewhere" & "Apostrophe" Memories of the making of Roxy and Apostrophe "Roxy and Elsewhere" arrangements and approach for live shows Frank's approach to being "in the moment" in a guitar solo Dweezil's live interaction with other band members The Rox(postroph)y touring band Did Dweezil recognize the uniqueness of his upbringing? Dweezil's history with playing guitar Seeing the guitar neck as shapes Working with his dad and musicians that were around the house Frank's response to Dweezil becoming a musician How did Frank look back on "Roxy & Elsewhere" and "Apostrophe"? Various entry points to Frank's music Does Dweezil have his father's archivist mentality Dweezil has had no involvement for Zappa Family Trust releases Thoughts on the recent Roxy box sets What Zappa music is Dweezil still aspiring to play? ROX(POSTROPH)Y tour plans, international tour dates? Dweezil's version of "Stayin' Alive" with Ozzy Osbourne Frank and Ozzy's interactions Frank's vinyl collection and listening habits When the Zappa family would receive Frank's latest album Did Dweezil have any time with Randy Rhoads? The unreleased "What The Hell Was I Thinking?" track w/ Eddie Van Halen, Brian May, Angus and Malcolm Young & lots more Dweezil is remixing projects for ATMOS (Deep Purple 'Machine Head' recent project) The history and future of "What The Hell Was I Thinking?" Working with Brian May, Joe Walsh and Eddie Van Halen Any special guests on the ROX(POSTROPH)Y tour Dweezil's podcast "Running with the Dweezil" Interview wrap up Check out Dweezil's tour dates here. Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Michael Cuscuna (1948-2024) spent several decades preserving record label archives and compiling rare recordings, sessions and 'vault material' through Mosaic Records. In theis 2019 interview he discusses this fascinating journey through the vaults of Blue Note, Atlantic, Impulse and more to make this material available to music lovers around the world. Starting his career, joining Atlantic Producer and A&R for Atlantic Records Working with the Atlantic Records tape warehouse Early tape finds – Mingus at Antibes Convincing Ahmet Ertegun to reissue lost material Unissued material lost in a building fire Starting to document and archive Blue Note tapes Joining Blue Note, organizing the archive Finding Alfred Lion's notes and files in Japan Obtaining the Francis Wolff photography negatives Improving the condition of the negatives and imagery Was Alfred aware of the legacy of Blue Note Records? Did Blue Note have the original artwork and cover layouts? Memories of the Blue Note Reissue Series Much of the Blue Note vault materials have been issued Trainwreck sessions that haven't been released Blue Note artwork in the 70s and 80s Listening to hours and hours of outtakes Idea for Mosaic Records boxsets Working with various labels and rights holders for reissues Columbia reissuing Miles Davis Mosaic shift from LP to CD Deciding what's next for Mosaic Records releases Challenges of developing boxsets Most rewarding Mosaic Releases Current pricing of Mosaic Records boxsets Story of the Monk/Coltrane at Carnagie Hall Story of the Charlie Parker / Dean Benedetti tapes Interview wrap up Support this podcast at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Buzz Osborne and Toshi Kasai have been musical collaborators for several decades of Melvins and related releases. They discuss their partnership, history, studio lessons and memories, recording "Tarantula Heart", future releases and more. Buzz and Toshi met at a Tool recording session Toshi and Buzz have similar humour and work ethic Melvins work on defined time schedules How "Tarantula Heart" was recorded Melvins have to re-learn the songs from Tarantula Heart Potential relation to "Plan D" recording approach Making the 20 minute track "Pain Equals Funny" How to approach playing "Tarantula Heart" tracks live Melvins activity during the pandemic Recording session with Melvins & Napalm Death Lots of Melvins unreleased material What has Buzz Learned from Toshi? Buzz would like to re-record the Atlantic albums What has Toshi learned from Buzz? How will Buzz approach the next album? Constraints during recording Trying to not overthink material Examples of sessions that were not successful Husker Du's "Data Control" was recorded multiple times before the Helms Alee version Upcoming HAZEXXL remix of "Pain Equals Funny" / Boris split Melvins recent vinyl reissues "(A) Senile Animal" vinyl screwup Any preparation for the end of Melvins? Upcoming projects, albums Interview wrap up Order "Tarantula Heart" at Ipecac or Blixt Merchandise Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Drumming legend Chester Thompson has played with many great artists including Frank Zappa, Wayne Shorter, Genesis and more. Today we discuss some career highlights, his new solo LP "Wake Up Call" and more. Chester's music collection Seeing Art Blakey, Elvis Jones and more Being a gigging drummer at 13 years old Recording with O'Donel Levy – 1st appearance on record Moving to California, playing for Frank Zappa Recording "Roxy & Elsewhere" w Ralph Humphrey Playing with multiple drummers Frank was very fair paying musicians for all output Steering clear of the Los Angeles lifestyle Joining Weather Report, working with Wayne Shorter Recording "Black Market" Playing with Jaco Pastorius / Columbia Records supportive of fusion Playing with a Broadway show, getting the gig with Genesis 1st tour with Genesis / evolving style to play Phil's tracks Chester's perspective of the evolving music of Genesis The growth of Genesis / expanding fanbase The recent discussions of Genesis reunions with Peter Gabriel The biggest shows / Memories of The Prince's Trust Approaching solo material Making the album "Wake Up Call" Writing with drums first before melody The reasons for title "Wake Up Call" Some drummers needing to relearn technique Upcoming plans for live gigs Getting involved in ProgRock.com label Is Chester surprised by the vinyl revival? Interview wrap up Get the vinyl version of "Wake Up Call" here. Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Keith Morris returns to discuss the new Circle Jerks & Descendents EP, new Circle Jerks recordings and vinyl reissues, OFF!'s "FREE LSD" movie, additional acting opportunities, movies & more! Keith is on tour – Circle Jerks, Descendents & Adolescents Growing up with The Descendents Circle Jerks & Descendents covering one another's songs Limited quantities of the EP – on tour Outtakes from the EP The story of Black Flag's "White Minority" "Hope" is Keith's favourite Descendents song Any special combination of bands on the tour? Potential FLAG performance? Keith has to pee – First time Balancing the various projects (OFF!, The Bronx, etc) What's happening with OFF! The impact of "The Sparks Brothers" documentary on the band Video of Sydney OFF! Show mixed by "Party Dozen" drummer Keith's preparation for acting in "FREE LSD" movie Upcoming acting opportunities / future movies and projects Keith's autobiography "My Damage" has been optioned for a movie Upcoming Circle Jerks recordings – D.O.A. and Gun Club covers New Circle Jerks album is going to happen Working with Trust Records Upcoming reissues of "Golden Shower of Hits", "Wonderful" and more Legal issues with older materials When will we see the new Circle Jerks album? What's happening with Keith's hat / Punk Rock Museum Interview wrap up Keith has to pee – again Circle Jerks announcement for Australia Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Charlie Benante of Anthrax shares the story of "Chafed GBI", an RSD2024 release with bandmate Scott Ian and rock icon Dave Grohl, along with sharing stories from his current Pantera tour, his love of Van Halen, his prized collectables and more. The story of "Chafed GBI" – Grohl, Benante, Ian Playing "Monkey Wrench" with the Foo Fighters What makes Studio 606 such a great recording studio? What other songs were considered aside from "The Regulator"? Making it a charity single for members of Bad Brains Arranging it for a Record Store Day release Description of the vinyl & etching Full record vs multiple EPs for new Anthrax Bringing Pantera's music back to live arena Did Vinnie ever talk about playing Pantera music again? Charlie and Vinnie and their love of Van Halen Meeting Eddie at Dimebag Darryl's funeral - Bumblebee guitar in Darryl's coffin Van Halen changed everything Playing songs the original Pantera didn't play live Potential live recordings of Pantera tour Any unfinished Pantera songs? Charlie is a collector of toys, movie memorabilia Getting a Beatles Butcher Cover The Jaws barrel Charlie loves the original Jaws – not the sequels Getting singed Funko characters Hunting for items around the world Keeping collectibles sealed Charlie's Charvel guitar he's written most Anthrax songs on Feeling the presence of Darryl and Vinnie on the Pantera Tour Taking items from Darryl and Vinnie to each show How the Pantera celebration came together Charlie got a Krusty the Clown tattoo in Australia Looking forward to the Australia shows Interview wrap up Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Jack Douglas shares memories of the production and recording of John Lennon & Yoko Ono's "Double Fantasy", John Lennon's last day and memorial, unheard studio recordings, the 2010 'Stripped Back' version, Cheap Trick's "Live at Budokan" and more. John Lennon's records Bringing in Cheap Trick for Double Fantasy Rick Nielsen gifts John Lennon a guitar John Lennon wanted to redo "Strawberry Fields Forever" Were there any elements of Double Fantasy John or Yoko wanted to redo? Making "Walking on Thin Ice" John Lennon's last day John wanted to create a musical platform for Yoko Recording the orgasm for "Kiss Kiss Kiss" The plans for a John Lennon / Yoko Ono World Tour The album name "Double Fantasy" The two "Beautiful Boy(s)" songs Records and video from the "Double Fantasy" sessions The recording of John's final day was destroyed The private memorial with John's studio tapes Yoko distanced herself from Jack The "Double Fantasy" royalty lawsuit The 2010 "Double Fantasy" stripped back version Revisiting the Record Plant for transferring "Double Fantasy" tapes Jack's thought watching John on "Get Back" series John was constantly drawing, making art Discovering Cheap Trick, early albums Making "Live at Budokan" – using Osaka tapes The overdub for "Live at Budokan" Making Aerosmith's "Live Bootleg" album The Record Plant radio station for mixdowns Jack produced Silverplanes' LP "Airbus", enjoy it here! Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Jack Douglas has worked with hundreds of artists including Aerosmith, Cheap Trick, The Who, Alice Cooper and produced John Lennon & Yoko Ono's "Double Fantasy". Today Jack shares stories and memories of those artists as well as his recent production of Silverplanes' "Airbus" album. Starting up w Jack Getting involved in Silverplanes Geoff Emerick's final album mix Silverplanes "Airbus" LP held back for 5 years New record labels – Make Records and Confidential Records Jack's production involvement with Silverplanes Jack's early career – working with The Who on "Who's Next" How Jack works with eccentric creative people Getting the best performance from creative people John Lennon was the easiest creative person Jack worked with Recollections of the "Fame" session with John Lennon and David Bowie John's reaction to the Aerosmith cover of "Come Together" Working with George Martin in London Working on "Grow Old With Me" with Ringo The John Lennon demo tapes for Double Fantasy What was John hoping to accomplish with Double Fantasy Cheap Trick was originally considered as the backup band for John Lennon Earl Slick was the wildcard of the "Double Fantasy" sessions The end segment and dreamscape on "Watching the Wheels" John tells Jack why he selected him to produce "Double Fantasy" Ensuring Yoko's tracks were more commercially viable than past works The secrecy around the "Double Fantasy" sessions What was John's record collection like in The Dakota? John listened to rap, reggae and was curious about punk The New York Dolls recording sessions Connecting up with Aerosmith John was aware of Aerosmith The recording of "Double Fantasy" Making Quadraphonic mixes of Aerosmith and other artists Sequencing records for the constraints of vinyl John's final session was the final mix of "Walking on Thin Ice" Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Boner Records never went away, they were just hibernating. Today founder Tom Flynn discusses the label history, early records, Melvins KISS parody EPs, the Lysol lawsuit, having his song covered by Nirvana, the imposter "DUH", the new release of "Antler Family" and more. Tom is not a record nerd Does Boner Records have a website? Creating the "Tapeworm" record – Hermaphrodite Records Forming "Fang" – Yukon Fang 45 Creating the "Boner Records" record label Fang's "Landshark" record Expanding Boner Records to take on additional bands Working with Alternative Tentacles on Maximum Rock n Roll compilation The song "The Money Will Roll Right In" Impact of Nirvana covering "The Money Will Roll Right In" Kurt Cobain really liked Fang and Melvins How Melvins came to Boner Records Recording "Ozma" with Mark Deutrom Tom's role in album artwork for Boner releases Melvins KISS parody solo albums Original artwork for modern reissues The activity of Boner Records in recent decades The Melvins "Lysol" fiasco – lawsuit, fixing album art How they fixed the album covers, cassettes and CDs of Lysol to comply Melvins & Steel Pole Bath Tub Sub-Pop parody Alberti and Rainbo pressing plants going out of business The story of the band "DUH" The imposter "DUH" Did any major labels approach Boner Records to purchase? Why did he pause Boner Records for so many years? Boner Records was largely a 1-man show Recent revival, making "Antler Family" album 250 Antler Family vinyl copies Playing live again – future of Antler Family Another band "Suboptics" Interview wrap up Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

With "The Algorithm", it's clear Richard Patrick of Filter is not mellowing with age. He discusses his history, smashing instruments, the 2022 reunion with Trent Reznor and NIN, his thoughts on AI music, outtakes and more. "The Algorithm" vinyl direct and in Australia Richard is a fully digital music listener Music around the Patrick house Impactful artists to Richard: The Clash, U2, Skinny Puppy, Ministry Dealing with unpredictable electronics onstage with NIN Abusing instruments with Nine Inch Nails – breaking keyboards and guitars The 2022 reunion with NIN in Cleveland Performing "Hey Man, Nice Shot" with NIN The relationship between Richard and Trent Reznor Richard's memories of Australia The lyrics and theme of The Algorithm Richard is not mellowing with age Louise Post of Veruca Salt called out Filter on stage telling them to get over themselves Richard's recollections of the Pledge Music debacle Richard's thoughts on AI and music The secret for keeping his voice strong The vinyl reissue of "The Amalgamut" The scrapping of Rebus Any more Filter outtakes? Interview wrap up Tickets for Filter's Australian dates here. Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Deniz Tek looks back on 50 years of Radio Birdman, the "Birdman FIVE-O" final tour, discusses vinyl reissues, tracking down master tapes, post Birdman projects "New Race", "The Visitors", solo projects, the Top Gun "Iceman" origins and more! Deniz appears not to be aging Looking back on 50 Years of Radio Birdman Sydney shows are likely the last Band lineup for the Five-O shows Prime Minister is a fan of Radio Birdman Memories of the 1977 Paddington Town Hall shows Paddo Town Hall being reissued on vinyl Reissuing the Radio Birdman catalogue on vinyl Obtaining the Birdman multitrack and master tapes John Foy located the multitrack tapes for "Living Eyes" Any regrets looking back? Anything left undone? The story of the "New Race" project Rob Younger re-recorded vocals for "The First and the Last" Original "New Race" tapes being bootlegged Reissuing "New Race" on vinyl Deniz' guitar once belonged to Fred "Sonic" Smith Fred Smith and Patti Smith tried to buy the guitar back Plans for the guitar, potentially a Punk Rock Museum item? The guitar needs work – maybe won't be at Five-O shows History with the Citadel record label Relationship with Wild Honey Records in Europe Various versions of solo albums – Nate's mistake Pressing vinyl with Wild Honey Memories of the "Soldiers of Rock and Roll" album and initial cover History of "The Visitors" The Visitors release with Phantom Records Finding lots of outtakes and rare recordings on Trafalgar tapes Next Deniz Tek LP with Ric Parnell Deniz is the original "Iceman" New books on the way Interview wrapup Tix for Radio Birdman's "BIRDMAN FIVE-O" final tour Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Dale Crover of Melvins discusses the new Melvins LP "Tarantula Heart", his recent surgery, touring update, solo albums, rare records , recent recordings and old tapes. Lots for the Melvins fan in your head. Dale ain't coming to Australia The new LP "Tarantula Heart" Melvins or The Melvins? The story of "Tarantula Heart" Different recording/writing process for new album Playing the new songs live Dale and Roy Mayorga double drumming Dale's surgery and recovery What caused his injury? Dale wrote a new LP while recovering Did he see Melvins as a spectator? Dale won't go to Japan either Working and touring with Redd Kross "Wood and Diamonds" lathe cut from Joyful Noise Strange limited records from Joyful Noise, Thunder Pinky Why only 127 made? What's special about 127? Any Melvins project turn out to be too ambitious? The KISS solo LPs on Boner Records Dale's dog has something to say Steven McDonald's solo LP Dale started playing guitar before drums Did Dale write the songs on his 1992 solo LP? What are Dale's thoughts on studio creativity and what's cheating? Will there be additional musicians to play "Tarantula Heart" live? Melvins "Throbbing Gristle Funk Hits" EP with Void Mains Melvins EP with Helms Alee The story of "Cabbage n Mash" EP Working in Toshi Kasai's studio The story of Matt Cameron's "Gory Scortch Cretins" Did Dale ever drum with Taylor Hawkins? Any Melvins material they cannot release? Any missing tapes? Melvins outtake from the "Houdini" sessions – "Gggibbbyy" Dale's early projects in mid 80s – Mentors cover band, Simplex 1, Society Skate Youth Patrol, The Stiff Woodies A Stiff Woodies song ended up as "Sky Pup" on Houdini Dale needs to digitize his old tapes Interview wrap up Preorder Melvins "Tarantula Heart" on vinyl here. Watch "Working The Ditch" video here. Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Swervedriver, a pivotal band in the shoegaze scene, is the focus of today's episode, with founder Adam Franklin discussing the band's vinyl legacy, reissues, tape archives, hurdles faced and future prospects for Swervedriver and his additional ventures. Getting involved with Outer Battery Records Releasing 2 records at once Band involvement in vinyl reissues of the Swervedriver catalog The new reissue/remaster of "99th Dream" The label saga of "Ejector Seat Reservations" and "99th Dream" Vinyl pressings on Zero Hour and Sonic Wave Discs Adam finding original vinyl copies The influence of Swervedriver Appreciation for Swervedriver being revealed by Myspace Will we ever see "Juggernaut Rides" on vinyl? Adam's reaction to the term "Shoegaze" Aspirations for playing live to support "99th Dream" The impact of Brexit on artists Thoughts & involvement on movie soundtracks Naming of songs Some recordings that haven't been rereleased on vinyl or streaming Vinyl records of his youth Discovering Hawkwind Being influenced by American Punk Melting a collection of Clash singles The physical barrier with records First appearance on record: "Shake Appeal" Getting signed to Creation Records Are there more outtakes yet to be released? The story of the censorship of "It's All Happening Now" Swervedriver vinyl rarities Interview wrap up Get "Swervedriver - 99th Dream" and "Bolts of Melody - Film Noir" on vinyl here. Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

A replay of our interview with Wayne Kramer (1948-2024) discussing the MC5, the recording, censorship and legacy of "Kick Out The Jams", making "Back In The USA" and "High Time", various controversies, "Jail Guitar Doors" and more. Which came first – the guitar or politics? Starting to play in local bands His mother's warning for going into music Forming the MC5 Original lineup of MC5 The ethos and radicalization of MC5 The music and message of MC5 The story of AMG records and early records of MC5 Reissue of music on AMG A-Square records "Borderline / Looking At You" Memories of the Chicago Democratic National Convention – 1968 Getting signed to Elektra records by Danny Fields The Stooges got signed as their "Little Brother Band" Recording "Kick Out The Jams" Recollections of the live sets for "Kick Out The Jams" The guitar went immediately out of tune Wayne singing "Ramblin' Rose" Rob Tyner and being censored for "Kick Out The Jams" The MC5 strategy for changing "brothers and sisters" to "Mother f*ckers" Reaction to being censored by their record label Calling out the "Hudson's Record Store" Getting dropped from Elektra while record is still in the charts Danny Fields got slapped and fired Wayne's reaction to the album "Kick Out The Jams" Album cover of "Kick Out The Jams" – art director put himself on cover Transitioning to Atlantic Records was painful Hard to record "Back In The USA" Jon Landau's wisdom and Wayne playing bass himself Critics disliked the spontaneity of MC5 Highlights of "Back in the USA" How did hard bop influence the MC5? Memories of "High Time" The fight with Bill Graham The end of the MC5 Last gasp of the MC5 in Europe The longevity and influence of MC5 The genesis of "Jail Guitar Doors" Playing for inmates with Chuck D The rehabilitation and other musicians Voyage Air Guitars donating to "Jail Guitar Doors" End of interview Help support our podcast: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

50+ years after the passing of Jim Morrison, John Densmore of The Doors continues to honour the wishes of his bandmate when it comes to the commercialism of the music of The Doors. John discusses that journey and many other fascinating memories of the legacy of The Doors. Meet Mr Blue Hair A moment with John Coltrane & Elvin Jones Not selling out the Doors legacy Defending the wishes of Jim Morrison Visiting Jim Morrison's grave Was there a funeral for Jim? Being aware of the "Jim is Alive" rumours Evolving perspective of substance abuse Last conversation with Jim and his state All Doors except Jim participated in mixdowns Jim's behaviour in the studio John's impression of punk early on Did Jim dabble in hard drugs? How much of LA Woman was played live? Multiple live Doors shows being made available The live performance that best represents The Doors at their peak Memories and recordings of the final Doors show Recording of Jimbo and Jimi Hendrix John's upcoming projects with Chuck D and Adam Holzman Memories of the original Doors demo acetates Signing to Columbia – appearing on the "drop list" Arrangements for Doors music after John passes Involvement with Jim's family after his passing The journey of Jim's father John's comparison of political environment then and now Did John get negative PR from the trial? The story of the Buick commercial What circumstance or situation would John consider approving Doors music to be made available commercially? John was uncomfortable being the centrepiece of the band? Bands reforming and touring in the modern era Jim's relationship with money After Jim passes, was there any closure? Names that were floated as potential replacements for Jim Is John comfortable with The Doors music so closely associated with Vietnam? Preparing for a potential draft and conflict We need to find moments and try to be grateful when you can Interview wrap up The book "The Doors Unhinged" available here. Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

After 40 years NOFX is on their final tour. Guitarist Eric Melvin shares his thoughts on the band's history, legacy and poignant moments on their emotional victory lap. NOFX will still be making albums Information on the final NOFX show Preparing for this final tour Is there a backlog of songs for upcoming NOFX recordings? Eric is most proud of "The Decline" "The Decline" is such a unique project Any regrets Eric has about the conclusion of NOFX Deciding to no longer tour The reaction of people along the tour – final opportunity to see the band The Life Coach training helping shape his next steps Is there anything different they are doing on the final tour? The band managing emotions in the final shows How will the band manage the brotherhood of NOFX after the tour? Eric's thoughts on the legacy of NOFX Plans to stay creative in the future Managing his health and awareness Does Eric have a record collection? The huge shelves of NOFX vinyl The unique NOFX gig posters Making the music for Melvinator Thoughts on post NOFX touring projects How NOFX songs are written Interview wrap up, info on final Australian shows & side shows Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Pat Finnerty is the creator of the hilarious YouTube series "What Makes This Song Stink?", which comments and critiques songs and artists for lousy music. We discuss the creation of the show, Pat's history with music, parodies, records and more. Popularity of WMTSS #8 Have you ever heard back from any artists? Chad Smith / Red Hot Chili Peppers Major reasons for bad songs How he picks the songs for WMTSS Challenges of being an elitist music nerd Practising patience – focusing on Genesis this week Putting music into context – Big Star example Pat is a huge Tom Petty guy Lou Reed is the cool Don Henley Clams and out of tune guitars everywhere Guitar tuners are a relatively new invention Records of Pat's youth Building a record collection these days The "cool" Air BNB Early days of his YouTube channel Respectful parody of Rick Beato Tropes of YouTube creators Timing of a parody / commentary on a song Avoiding the tropes, going with your gut Response of his audience / 3 Doors Down signed guitar Ideas/hints for future WMTSS episodes How Pat creates the scripts and storyline for his videos Creating the gags, extra animations, alternate endings on his Patreon I got nervous with Dave Meniketti of Y&T Time spent on research, prep and editing Pat's appearances on vinyl Interview wrap up Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

YouTube music guru Rick Beato shares his thoughts on vinyl, analog recording and a future with virtual reality, deep fakes and AI. Topics include; What role does vinyl play in Rick's life? Rick still has all his records, CDs and tapes The obligatory analogue and digital discussion Bad remasters for CDs Is Rick surprised by the resurgence of vinyl? The challenge of making an all-analogue record Why do many people prefer music on vinyl? Mixing engineers interpreting audio Possible future audio formats – surround video Is Rick hopeful or wary of AI? Some people will prefer AI to human crafted music Rick's AI Senate Testimony Using AI for mixing and audio editing The Beatles "Now and Then" was more EQ than AI Future challenges due to deep fakes AI and Deep Fakes challenge our assumption of authenticity Deep fakes licensed by the official artist Staying positive in an industry with lots of scepticism Rick can disassociate music listening with analysis Making "What Makes This Song Great" with A Perfect Circle Rick's wish list for future interviews Dislike of the term "YouTube Influencer" Interacting with other YouTubers – Anthony Fantano Pat Finnerty of "What Makes This Song Stink" series The album Rick equates to perfection Ron Carter's recollections of Rudy Van Gelder Interview wrap up Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Eddie Kramer, engineer, producer and reknown audio guru, shares some memories of Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, KISS, discusses vinyl records, analogue recordings, use of AI in music, the latest recordings of the Hendrix archive & more. Topics include; Interview start New Jimi Hendrix recording from 1967 Will Eddie use AI for Hendrix recordings? Continually mining the Hendrix archive The story of Hendrix at the Hollywood Bowl Does Eddie still listen to records? Why does vinyl sound better than digital formats? The story of the Led Zeppelin II RL Ludwig master Memories of "Band of Gypsies" album Jimi bringing Eddie over to New York The partnership of Eddie Kramer and Jimi Hendrix Rumoured tapes of Jimi Hendrix and Frank Zappa Working with Zappa family and archive Rumoured recording of Jimi, Jim Morrison and Janis Joplin Continually finding new Hendrix recordings Projects Eddie unfortunately missed Working with KISS on "Alive" Working with AC/DC for "Highway to Hell" demos The story of Led Zeppelin into to "Black Country Woman" Interview wrapup Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Fat Mike, founder and curator of The Punk Rock Museum in Las Vegas gave me a personal tour of the displays and vinyl records within the Punk Rock Museum. And man is it friggen cool, pls enjoy our walkthrough! Video is available at Patreon.com/VinylGuide! Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Adam Ian Sykes & Matthew Baty of Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs (or Pigsx7) joins us to discuss the records and collectibles of their career, their acclaimed live shows, their upcoming trip to Australia, the history and impact of their peculiar band name and much more! Topics Include: Matt is bang on time 1st time coming to Australia Matt's stage outfits Adam joins – Australia tour dates Live from New York on vinyl The story of the band name Bands of influence on PigsX7 1st release – split with Cosmic Dead "The Old Noise" record label Remixing "The Wizard & the 7 Swines" for reissue Do Matt & Adam collect records? Artwork on PigsX7 albums Psychopomp cassette release on Box records Matt switching from drums to vocals Stage wear for PigsX7 live shows Writing/recording "Feed the Rats" & "King of Cowards" Recognizing the legs the band was developing "Viscerals" and "Offcuts" recordings Single with The Lovely Eggs "Land of Sleeper" recording & artwork Australian tour, spiders & 2024 plans Interview wrap up See PigsX7 on their upcoming Australian tour! Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Alain Johannes is celebrating the 1st vinyl release of the final Eleven album "Howling Book". Today we discuss this record, the early days, recording with Chris Cornell, missing tapes, incomplete tracks, future vinyl & more. Inicio de la entrevista Where's Alain's record collection? "Howling Book"'s first time on vinyl Alain used to work at a record store Going to early punk shows – Fear, Germs, etc Early Flea forming his bass style Alain's 1st appearance on vinyl Early years, moving to Los Angeles "Recorded by Alain Johannes" Does Alain hear music before recording or large exploration? Making "Spark" after Natasha's passing Outtakes for "Howling Book" reissue Getting recording gear for "AvantgardeDog" Incomplete final recordings with Natasha Chris Cornell – Euphoria Morning / Mourning Alain finding masters for "Euphoria Mourning" for reissue Memories of Chris' state of creativity during "Euphoria Morning" Eleven album catalogue and challenges of vinyl reissues No multitrack tapes of the early Eleven albums San Andreas Records / Todd Rundgren & Master tapes Alain may have connected XTC & Todd Rundgren Declining projects – Metallica & Christina Agulera Memories of Silverchair – Touring & Young Modern What is This? On "The Wild Life" soundtrack Bonding with Eddie Van Halen over Alan Holdsworth Impact of Eleven and continuing to inspire musicians What's next / 2024 / coming to Australia Interview wrap up Order the "Howling Book" vinyl at OrgMusic.com or from your local record store. Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Matt Cameron (Pearl Jam, Soundgarden) and I nerd out on Melvins while discussing his new limited RSD vinyl release "Gory Scorch Cretins", a project developed with Melvins & team. Connecting with Melvins after Chris Cornell tribute show Melvins version of Spoonman Working at Toshi Kasai's studio Early memories of Melvins The art and evolution of Melvins Matt's favourite period/albums of Melvins Work ethic of Melvins Working in the studio on Matt's songs Sharing drums between Matt & Dale Doing a Melvins parody of "Gluey Porch Treatments" Working with Taylor Hawkins Plans for "Nighttime Boogie Association" So many people loved Taylor Hawkins The way Taylor listened to music Unreleased tracks Melvins & Tom Hazelmyer artwork Only 2500 "Gory Scorch Cretins" pressed on white vinyl "Keep it Trippy Records" is an homage to Taylor Matt's sessions with Tony Iommi Who else would Matt like to play/collaborate with? New album from Pearl Jam / possible 2024 shows Status of final 7 Soundgarden songs KISS parodies and memories "KISS Meets The Phantom of the Park" Interview wrap up Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

ONYX Record Press in one of the newest record plants in the world. Opening in 2023 and based in Los Angeles, founders Moe Espinosa (aka Drumcell) and Gil Tamazyan talk to use about the vision of ONYX records and help educate us on the art of vinyl production. Interview start Why open a vinyl pressing plant in 2023? What does ONYX do different? What are common mistakes that ONYX is addressing? People can visit the pressing plant Where does the pressing waste end up? ONYX's approach to stampers Materials, black & coloured pellet talk Are we still seeing growth in vinyl numbers? Is sound compromised by various colours and variants? Increase in warped and scuffed records What's lead time for records at the moment? Developing new talent for pressing records Wild mastering jobs – locked grooves, vinyl tricks Making a $7,000 record out of hashish Pressing records with items inside What's in the future for vinyl records? Impact of record weight (180g) What are the recommended sleeves for vinyl? Sequencing music for the vinyl format Interview wrap up Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

David Lowy may be Australia's busiest rockstar, but it's not all music related. As founder of The Dead Daisies, David also balances a full schedule of leading a private equity organization for the Lowy Family Group, as well as a keen interest in aviation and philanthropy. Today David talks about his history with The Dead Daisies and balancing it alongside his other interests. Interview start How does David balance his various interests Early interest in music 1st record was the Easybeats Parental expectations and personal desires Rediscovering music, spontaneously buying a guitar Connecting with Doc Neeson Origin of the name "The Dead Daisies" Creating the band, the rotating cast of musicians Joining with some Guns & Roses tour musicians Why release a "Best of" album now? David's involvement and contribution to band decisions What would he like to see the Dead Daisies do next? What thrills David these days? History with aerobatics What does David collect? David's record collection and listening habits 1st band to play in Cuba Did David ever get into the Sydney punk scene? Has his father, Frank Lowy, ever seen a Dead Daisies show? Will we see The Dead Daisies in Australia next year? Does David fly the band on tour? Ever spent time with Malcolm Young? Interview wrap up Check out the "Best of The Dead Daisies" vinyl here. Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Psychedelic Porn Crumpets' founder Jack McEwan discusses the band's stunning vinyl records, early and collectible releases, running a private record label, the origin, challenges and benefits of the band name, the new LP 'Fronzoli' and lots more. Interview start What is "Fronzoli"? The cover of new LP Operations at "What Reality? Records" Autographing and doodling on records 1st Aussie press of Fronzoli Pressed at Zenith records How did Jack get into records? Jack loves making record packaging & art Progression of popularity of PPC Evolving the band to be a profession Investing in recording gear, learning to operate it "High Visceral" Pts 1 & 2 reissues? Who is "Rhubarb Records"? "People Taking Pictures" on What Reality? Records Highly collectible PPC records The origin of the name "Psychedelic Porn Crumpets" Challenges/benefits of that band name PPC has large fanbases where weed is legal Story of the "Levitation Sessions" LP Being disappointed by some vinyl represses PPC products and ideas for merch The Fronzoli cassettes are sold out Interview wrap up Pick up a vinyl copy of 'Fronzoli' here. Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Pete Stahl and Scream are cornerstones of the DC punk scene and are releasing the ambitous "DC Special" in honour of their music community. Today Pete shares the journey of the band, the album and the characters that make it special. Interview start Melvins / vinyl trivia question The records of the Stahl household Hanging with musicians as a kid When did Pete become aware of punk? Early gigs of Scream Connecting with Dischord records Recording at Inner Ear Studio Locations of the DC scene Is the new Scream album a reboot, a finale or other? The passing of Kent Stax Did the band know Kent's time was limited? How did "Still Screaming" sell when it first came out? Dischord is pricing the album and CD quite reasonably Was he at the SNL "Fear" taping in NYC? Was the band happy with the "Still Screaming" album? What did a Scream tour look like in the early days? Other labels after Dischord The cover art of the "Still Screaming" record Memories of DIY / record stuffing parties in the early days at Dischord How did Dave Grohl join the band? Was Dave contributing beyond the drums in the early days? How did Dave break the news he was joining Nirvana? Kurt Cobain seeing Scream, noting Dave on drums Dave cited Pete as one of the inspirations for the Foo Fighters song "My Hero" How did Pete start to pull in various contributors for the new album? Where are all the Scream tapes? Ian Mackaye is a long term thinker Pete's record collection A "Random Box of 5" Records Going about creating the album "DC Special" Pressing the records at Furnace Final trivia question for Pete Interview wrap up Order the new Scream LP "DC Special" on vinyl here. Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Daniel Hall of Riding Easy Records celebrates episode 420 with some amazing stories of rare records, starting the "Brown Acid" series, seeking and reissuing private press collectibles and a lot more. Happy Episode 420 How did Riding Easy make it through the pandemic? Depleted stock, 2year+ vinyl wait times Getting his start at "American Recordings" Labels dumping vinyl in the 90s Grabbing vinyl records in the 90s Daniel's rare record collection Value of rare records going up through Brown Acid exposure Origin Story of the Brown Acid series 70s reissues by Riding Easy Fraction – Moon Blood Reissue Transferring audio via Needle-drop Sneak-peek of private press Southern Rock releases The Max Creek Band, Mammoth, Southern Steel Putting out records from bands that aren't active Stonewall, Master Danse, Maximillion Dillon at Noble Records Release schedules for 2024 and beyond Vinyl pressing wait times are way down What is Riding Easy's biggest selling record to date? Monolord releases / Managing the band Riding Easy Records started as "Easy Rider Records" What is the most collectible Riding Easy Records release? How will Riding Easy evolve over coming years? Have we hit peak vinyl revival? Current music/releases – Mondo Drag, Psychic Trash Interview wrap up Visit RidingEasyRecs.com and get 15% off with discount code "VINYLGUIDE" Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Joey Cape joins us to talk Lagwagon history, Section 8 and Nardcore scene, helping shape the Fat Wreck sound, forming Me First & the Gimme Gimmes, numerous side projects, record labels, vinyl collections, touring Australia and more. Joey's large coffee Joey had to put his records in storage Growing up with Rush and AC/DC Musical family, studying music Living in Socal area / Nardcore scene Forming/recording "Section 8" Fat Mike hated the name "Section 8" The challenges of naming the band "Lagwagon" Lagwagon shaping the Fat Wreck sound Writing songs on acoustic guitar Forming "Me First & the Gimme Gimmes" Recruiting Spike to MFATGG The surprise of the success of Me First & the Gimme Gimmes Any more recordings of MFATGG? Rotating members of MFATGG – Chris Shiflett? Lagwagon touring and recording schedule Joey and his many side projects Starting his record label "My Records" Joey despises managing a record label Forming "One Week Records" Other self-released records Moving his catalogue to Fat Wreck Nothing is missing from the tape catalogue The one time Lagwagon was approached by a major label The story of the cover of "Hoss" and the Dan Blocker estate Interview wrap up See Lagwagon in a town near you, Australia and New Zealand check here. Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Billy Gould (Faith No More, Talking Book, Koolarrow Records) and Jared Blum (Talking Book, Gigante Sound) discuss composing the soundtrack to "The Eclipse", Koolarrow Records, Talking Book, Sleepbomb, "Shandi's Addiction" and more. Launch of "The Eclipse" soundtrack on vinyl How did the soundtrack opportunity come together? Composing to film segments Where can we see "The Eclipse" film? Personal story with Director's family in Serbia Billy's attraction/connections to Serbia Writing soundtracks are very different than songs Soundtracks can create a movie in the mind 3 members of Faith No More are movie composers Was there pressure for creating the soundtrack Sleepbomb – The Cabinet of Dr Caligari The challenges of making soundtracks to silent movies Koolarrow's evolution as a label The story of "Shandi's Addiction" – Billy, Tom Morello, Brad Wilk & Maynard James Keenan Recording "Calling Dr Love" for the "Kiss My Ass" tribute album Recollections of initial hearing the Mr Bungle demo tape Making demo for "From Out of Nowhere" with Mike Faith No More's original demo tapes Interview wrap up Order "The Eclipse OST" on vinyl here. Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Justin Chancellor of Tool & MTVoid talks recordings, vinyl, record shops, collectibles, setlists, show posters & more. Interview start MTVoid "Matters Knot Pt 1" – is there a part 2? Forming songs for MTVoid Collaborating with electronic musicians Justin once owned a record store – Lobal Orning Visiting record shops on tour Record shop neighborhoods & artistic people When will we see Tool catalogue on vinyl? Trading communities for Tool collectibles The band's involvement in show posters and merch Band seeks out young fans for giveaways Danny no longer throws drum sticks into the crowd The band plans for changes in their setlist Peach "Giving Birth To a Stone" vinyl is collectible The process for joining Tool The song creation process of Tool Justin hears many of the lyrics when they are mostly completed Protecting Tool audio from leaks The 3 songs that fold together in 10,000 Days Salival is not available on streaming Ideas for "Fear Inoculum" followup Any unreleased recordings / outtakes? Interview wrapup Order MTVoid - "Matters Knot Vol 1" vinyl here and here. Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Bill Stevenson of Descendents returns to give updates on Descendents music, Milo's health, Australian tour & discuss more music stories from his glorious punk rock past. Previous interview with Bill Descendents coming to Australia Milo's heart attack Milo's increased performance since the heart attack How's Billy doing on the drums? New Descendents songs / upcoming album Bill's song writing process 50 hooks with no way to connect them Possibility of playing new songs on tour Billy really likes The Chats The cover of "Milo Goes to College" Bill's favourite Milo character appearances Did Descendents ever consider using Raymond Pettibone art? Bill and the Black Flag & SST Alumni Chuck Biscuits & Spot Descendents tapes FLAG was the only project he's done with Keith Morris No recordings of FLAG Does Billy prefer Side 1 or 2 of "My War"? Recording sequence of his Black Flag contributions Was Bill involved in Black Flag album artwork or flyers? Descendents "Enjoy/Wendy" 7" promotional record Billy doesn't get record collecting The story behind "9th & Walnut" album Interview wrapup Descendents Australian tour dates & tickets here! Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Gaz Whelan of Happy Mondays shares memories of early records, recordings, Manchester, Factory Records, The Hacienda, Martin Hannett, John Cale, Paul McCartney, the upcoming Aus/NZ tour & lots more. Welcome Gaz to the show Touring after Paul Ryder passed away The Paul Ryder Tapes Podcast Picking up drums after watching the Beatles on TV Paul McCartney commenting on Happy Mondays Sex Pistols and 1st wave punk in Manchester Soul and Northern Soul records Talking to Noel Gallagher about the "Get Back" Television series Earlier Manchester bands – Joy Division, The Smiths, etc Forming Happy Mondays, early band names Getting the attention of Factory Records Memories of The Hacienda – FAC51 The story of the "Forty Five EP" Tony Wilson testing Happy Mondays before making an album "Freaky Dancing" single Working with John Cale on the 1st album Gaz has some original tapes from Tony Wilson Making up the album title for the 1st album The track "Desmond" was removed from the 1st album 24 Hour Party People single creating opportunity for 2nd album Bez joining the band Memories of Martin Hannett as producer Rumours of Happy Mondays selling pills The design of Happy Mondays products and the Factory Records aesthetic Northen Soul records turning up in UK Does Paul have many records? Did "Yes Please" bankrupt Factory Records? Post Happy Mondays activity, Black Grape, etc Will there ever be another Happy Mondays album? Many Happy Mondays tapes were likely destroyed with the Hacienda Interview wrap up Happy Mondays Aus/NZ 2023 tour tix & info Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Turntable designer John Stratton founded Pure Fidelity with the aim of creating "heirloom quality" turntables for audio enthusiasts. John discusses his design choices and how we can make the most of our existing turntables and audio systems. How John started making turntables Materials for turntables make a huge difference Determining woods for turntable plinths Comparing wood and stone for turntables Variations in turntables with same woods Tips for all turntable owners to improve sound Keep vibrations away from turntables What impact does the turntable matt have? How do record weights impact record audio? Do record weights cause stress on turntable belts? Why have a 2nd belt on a turntable? Humans can discern variations in speed Comparing belts to direct drive and idler wheels Moving magnet v moving coil Impact of tone arms to the audio signal Straight v s-shaped tone arms Does tone arm length matter much? Proper turntable setup can improve sound dramatically Do we need to invest in expensive cables? The variation and inconsistency of records Records that John tests turntables with How would John improve his turntable with unlimited budget? Speed control outside the plinth but motor is in The ruby bearing of Pure Fidelity Interview wrap up Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Mike Love of The Beach Boys shares memories of the early records of the band, recording "Pet Sounds", crafting those beloved harmonies, memories with The Beatles & much more. Intro & Australia talk Stagecoach 2024 announcement What records does Mike Love have? "Surfin' / Luau" Beach Boys single on Candix Memories of the 1st single Signing to Capitol Recording "Surfin' Safari" album The shift from singles to albums Is "All Summer Long" a concept album? Friendly rivalry between The Beatles & The Beach Boys Being with The Beatles in India, collaborating on music Creating process of the Beach Boys harmony parts Capitol's response to early listens of "Pet Sounds" Working on vocal takes hour after hour, seeking perfection Calling Brian "Dog Ears", origin of "Pet Sounds" album title Writing lyrics to acetates Margot Robbie and The Beach Boys Does Mike still have acetates & old records? Keith Moon shared a "Pet Sounds" acetate with The Beatles The Beach Boys and bootlegs Master tapes and The Beach Boys archive team Crafting the set list for current live shows Most collectable record/vinyl from The Beach Boys Paul McCartney on The Beach Boys album artwork "Summer In Paradise" Interview wrap up, a bit more Australia talk Stagecoach 2024 info and tickets can be had here. Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Replay of Tom Davies - Nebula - Interview from May 8, 2021. RIP Tom.

Peter Hook shares stories & anecdotes about the rare records & recordings of Joy Division, the artwork of "Unknown Pleasures", unheard Joy Division tapes, Sex Pistols Manchester Free Trade Hall show & more. Peter is recovering from Covid New Order Substance was made for Tony Wilson's car Burying grief immediately after Ian Curtis' death Band-financing "An Ideal for Living" record The 45 single sounded dreadful New Order didn't want to play Joy Division The popularity of Joy Division so many years later What could have been on Joy Division's 3rd LP Did Ian hear or see the "Closer" album package? The band's music activity in the days after Ian's death What was the plan for "An Ideal for Living"? Changes for "An Ideal For Living" 12" repress Band changing name from "Warsaw" to "Joy Division" FAC-02 compilation & other early records "Licht Und Blindheit" single from France Band involvement with record artwork The image for "Unknown Pleasures" artwork The popularity of "Unknown Pleasures" artwork / Disney The fractures within the band members in later years Status of Joy Division master tapes Additional/unheard Joy Division music Ian Curtis' daughter & personal mementos Ticket stubs from the Sex Pistols Manchester show Memories of the Sex Pistols Free Trade Hall show Buying his 1st bass guitar When the Sex Pistols returned to Manchester Did Peter's parents ever see him play live? The runout groove of FAC-40 – Joy Division "Still" Interview wrapup Peter Hook & the Light play Joy Division & New Order "Substance" Albums - Tour Dates Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

John Corabi of The Dead Daisies discusses his history with records, the collectibility of his music catalogue on vinyl, his recent book "Horseshoes & Hand Grenades", moments of with the likes of Nirvana, Eddie Van Halen & more. Returning to The Dead Daisies Relationship with former members Is The Dead Daisies the best gig in rock and roll? Why did he leave TDD originally? Can he balance The Dead Daisies with his solo work? John's sorted past, growing up with records John is buying records again but doesn't have a turntable The collectability of John's vinyl history – Motley Crue, Brides of Destruction, solo work Writing his book "Horseshoes & Hand Grenades" Blowback because of the book Audition for Quiet Riot in the late 80s Meeting up with Kurt Cobain and Dave Grohl Nirvana helped clear out the copy-cat bands John's memories of the shift in musical tastes John's favourite 15 years of music Multiple genres on radio Memories of Eddie Van Halen, backyard party The Howard Hughes of rock and roll The tape library in 5150 studio Interview wrap up Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Doug Martsch of Built To Spill discusses stories behind the rare records, recordings, record label challenges, successes of Built To Spill, Treepeople, upcoming tour of Australia & more. Vinyl is a primary form for "Built to Spill" Reissues of "Built to Spill" & "Treepeople" music Working with Warner Brothers on licensing and reissues Awareness of master and multitrack tapes "Built to Spill" reissues generally happen without Doug's participation Some highly collectable "Built to Spill" LPs Joining his favourite band "State of Confusion", transforming to "Treepeople" Memories of making "No Mouth Pipetting" Memories of making "Important Things" 7" Message in the runout groove "Silence" records & zine Working with Jack Endino In the Sub-Pop orbit but not on the label "Guilt Regret Embarrassment" record label Issues with CZ Records Locked groove on "Just Kidding" record Recording "Ultimate Alternative Wavers" in the early 90s "Ultimate Alternative Wavers" vinyl hasn't been reissues in nearly a decade Rights reverting back to Doug Reception of the album in 1993 The album cover of "Ultimate Alternative Wavers" Hand-made singles of "Car/Girl" 3 early singles of "Built to Spill" Signing to Warner Brothers / Health care The recording mishaps of "Perfect From Now On" Original pressings of "Perfect From Now On" sold by Up Records Modern reissues are usually done without Doug knowing "You Were Right" lyrical rights "Built to Spill Play the Songs of Daniel Johnson" The packaging and extras with "Built to Spill" albums Recording cadence for Built to Spill albums Upcoming tour of Australia Unique setlists for each show Interview wrap up Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Romanus Records is known for producing beautiful and extrodinarily innovative vinyl records. Chris Banta, founder of Romanus, shares how he approaches his craft and continues push the boundaries and assumptions of the vinyl record format. Emmy Award winning Video of "My Weird Life" featuring Chris & Romanus Records. Topics include: Is Romanus Records a label? The early experimentation of Romanus Stuff he's put into records – bullets, glitter, blood/fluid, real scorpions, shredded money, razor blades, etc Making a working guitar pedal in a record Chris' skillset and background – Vinyl Jawa Typical Romanus release bundles Special limited records are all hand made Who presses the records? The recent challenges of vinyl supply chain King Gizzard bootleg model The community around King Gizzard Polygondawanaland paid for his son's surgery Creating the Holographic effect on vinyl Balancing the visual effects and sound quality Green glow in the dark records seem to have more quality issues How does he create Romanus' hand-made filled records Focused on innovation and high quality How do we care for liquid-filled records? Early liquid-filled records – Disney was the first Jay Millar's blood records w The Flaming Lips Making records for well known artists – Fall Out Boy –'tear-infused records', Slime Language Importance of getting credit for doing special records for other artists What lead time do you need for creating a special hand-made record? The largest order he had to fulfill – challenging logistics Thoughts from Chris on how to find the right career path Persistence is required for doing anything you're passionate about If you're being adventurous, you're going to suck for awhile Salty Dog Records, Private Function Interview wrap up Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

In memory of Sixto "Sugar Man" Rodriguez, here is the full Vinyl Guide interview from 2018 discussing music, records, recordings and more. Rest in Peace Mr Rodriguez. Topics include: Interview start / greetings Music on vinyl and digital Memories of Australia and New Zealand Rodriguez was surprised by a large fanbase in Australia Writing the songs on "Cold Fact" & "Coming From Reality" The accident that took part of his finger The "I'll Slip Away" single on Impact records What the "Sugarman" character someone he knew? Did his style change between the two LPs? Fighting injustice in the music industry What is the one message Sixto would like to give the world? Will we see another Rodriguez album? Honorary PhD / Dr Rodriguez Did Sixto continue to play music during the years after he made his records? Is he familiar with Blue Goose record label out of Australia? Do you know where the master tapes of "Cold Fact" and "Coming From Reality" are? Touring the world with local musicians Taking inspiration from his family who served in military How did you choose the path of being an artist? What does he want to accomplish in his remaining years? The King of Thailand came to his show Rodriguez still studies music Social commentary on global cultures What music, lyrics does he feel are still relevant today? End of interview Pls support our podcast at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8