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

Earthless' 2018 album 'Black Heaven' was a tremendous game changer for the band who continue to tour and increase their fan base around the world. Today we chat with guitarist/vocalist and songwriter Isaiah Mitchell about the momentum of Earthless, buying vinyl records on tour and heaps more. Plus a track from the new live LP "From The West". If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Joe Harley is passionate about reissuing landmark jazz performances onto audiophile-quality vinyl records, which led him to develop the 'Tone Poet' series for Blue Note Records. Hear the stories of working for the legendary jazz label and the nuances that make these records special. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Coady Willis has played drums for many vinyl-friendly bands including Melvins, Murder City Devils and now Big Business, whose new LP, 'The Beast You Are', we share a track from today. Hear the stories and get the record, it's killer! If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Alongside his production work, touring and new Gang of Four LP "Happy Now", guitarist and songwriter Andy Gill sits with us to discuss the highly revered LP "Entertainment!" and its continued influence across the music industry 40 years on. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

In the 1970s, record collectors & music fans salivated over the latest Quadraphonic stereo systems. So why did it die out? Kamran V has recently pressed the first Quadraphonic vinyl record in over 30 years and shares the history, and possible future, of Quadraphonic audio. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Ethan P Miller of Howlin' Rain and Silver Current Records, shares a myriad of stories from his career and perspective only gained through focus and commitment to his craft. Enjoy this conversation as well as a new track from the latest Howlin' Rain LP 'The Alligator Bride'. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Vinyl records are currently a desirable audio format however this is after a serious decline in popularity and near death experience from the mid 80s to early 2000s. WEA VP Billy Fields discusses what this time period was like for the vinyl record manufacturing industry. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Daptone Records has a unique sound that reflects on great soul classics of another era, yet reaffirms that good music is timeless. Daptone co-founder Neal Sugarman discusses the label history, ethos, recording strategy, making vinyl records and recording some of the greats like Sharon Jones, Charles Bradley & Amy Winehouse. A very special guest for episode 150 of The Vinyl Guide podcast. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Royce da 5'9" is one of the world's most respected hip-hop artists and has a new highly personal album "Book of Ryan". Today he shares his story, the challenges of his youth, the methods he uses to write rhymes, his collaborations with Eminem and answers listener questions. Enjoy! If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Will Calhoun is best known as the drummer of Living Colour, however his musical building blocks were from jazz legends like Art Blakey & Elvin Jones. Today Will talks about his influences and the advice he had the pleasure of receiving from them first hand. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

The band Failure has witnessed major transitions within the world of analogue & digital recording and the re-ignition of the vinyl record format. With their new album, "In The Future Your Body Will Be The Furthest Thing From Your Mind", Chief Cosmonaut Ken Andrews takes us through the history of Failure recordings, their vinyl history and some of the interesting stories and rare-records of their past. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

50 years ago The Beatles formed Apple Records and recorded The White Album. Noted Beatles historian Bruce Spizer tells the tale of that amazing year with details that music fans and record collectors will enjoy. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Before Black Flag, Chuck Dukowski formed Würm, a highly revered & influential band to the Los Angeles punk scene. Now Chuck is re-releasing the Würm catalogue for Record Store Day Black Friday and today share tales of the band, stories from his music career and discusses the rare records of his time with Black Flag. Photos by Jerry Milton, more can be enjoyed here. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Today we get a 'State of the Vinyl' update from Eric Astor, the President & CEO of one of America's largest record pressing plants, Furnace Manufacturing. Eric addresses current pressing capacities, how Furnace selects raw materials for quality control, anecdotes on major box sets, advise and wisdom from a life of experience pressing records and heaps more. Enjoy! If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Mark Evans played bass for AC/DC through their formative years, across the albums "TNT", "Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap" and "Let There Be Rock". Today he shares stories of those albums, making those records, some wild tales of Bon Scott and his current gig with Rose Tattoo. It's our first video episode, enjoy, become a patron at Patreon.com/vinylguide and see it for yourself! If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

The Misfits have gone from cult band to legendary status and their early records are highly collectible. Today we discuss the singles, LPs and misc collectibles of The Misfits with uber-collector Fredrik, co-creator of the "On Earth As It Is In Hell" discography guides. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Klaus Voormann has lived the life of an artist, befriending the Beatles in Hamburg, creating the artwork for 'Revolver', then going on to become a collaborator on their many solo works and beyond. Enjoy a conversation full of stories, memories and insight from the epicentre of the greatest band in history during their most colourful times. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Kraftwerk is considered one of the most innovative and influential groups in music history, yet rarely give interviews. Today Wolfgang Flür shares stories of his time in the band, the recordings, the tours, the personalities and his solo career with Yamo and Musik Soldat. Plus a new track for the Vinyl Guide audience to enjoy. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

It's an Anthrax double-header! 1st we speak w Scott Ian, guitar hero of the legendary big 4 thrash band about everything from guitars and music to spoken word performances and beard maintenance. Then we chat w Shawn Franklin, audio restoration engineer and chief sculptor of the State of Euphoria 30 year reissue. Enjoy! If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Deniz Tek is the founder of Radio Birdman and, in the course of 2 albums, redefined music for the youth of Australia. Hear his stories of the early days, the DIY rare records, the breakup, his multiple careers and the return rise of popularity for Radio Birdman. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Tom Timony had held many roles in the music industry and, at one point, led the team at Ralph Records, home of the avant-garde act The Residents. Today Tom shares stories from inside Ralph Records, The Residents, the rare and legendary records and more. Plus a track from The Scallions to enjoy! If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

In part 2, Craig discusses his time working w Chuck Schuldiner of Death, working w Rick Rubin on Manmade God and his new band 'Dress The Dead', plus a new track to enjoy. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Craig Locicero was at ground zero during the early days of the Bay Area thrash metal scene. Today he shares his history and stories from those times, including the writing and recording of "Forbidden Evil" and "Twisted Into Form". If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

In Part 2, Brain tells of his time with Guns & Roses; from joining to nearly losing the gig, the indulgence of recording 'Chinese Democracy', to touring around the world and all that time waiting for shows to start. This is part 2 of a 2 part series. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

In Part 1, Brain shares his history and experience drumming for Primus, Limbomaniacs, Praxis, Tom Waits, Buckethead and more. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Greg Puciato, former frontman of the Dillinger Escape Plan, shares his history, approach and process on physical format media and how his band The Black Queen is making the release of 'Infinite Games' special for all vinyl fans. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Drumming legend Deen Castronovo shares his musical history, playing w Bad English, the reformation of Journey, playing w Ozzy Osbourne and more recently hard rock supergroup The Dead Daisies. PLUS a new track from their LP, enjoy! If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

This week we chat with the ever-optimistic Andrew W.K. about fighting depression with music, vinyl pressings, his new album 'You're Not Alone', summoning the energy for his athletic live performances and heaps more. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Keith Morris of OFF!, Circle Jerks and Black Flag joins us for a special live event at Creme Tangerine Records in Costa Mesa California. Keith shares heaps of stories, memories and takes questions from the live audience. Enjoy! If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Myles Kennedy steps away from fronting Alter Bridge and Slash & the Conspirators to deliver an incredible solo record. "Year of the Tiger" is a deeply personal story and today Myles talks about that journey as well as his many other adventures in rock and roll. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

James Williamson co-wrote and played on the Iggy & The Stooges landmark LP 'Raw Power', thus laying a cornerstone of modern music. Today he shares his story, joining The Stooges, the making & butchering of Raw Power, Kill City, Ready to Die & more, as well as his diversion into IT and corporate executive life in Silicon Valley. Topics Include: reflecting on his music career's twists and turns Williamson discusses balancing technology career with musical achievements Explains meeting Ron Asheton through The Chosen Few band Describes witnessing early Stooges formation and psychedelic phase Details joining Stooges after Funhouse album was recorded Discusses Stooges' transition from performance art to structured songs Describes band's drug problems leading to initial breakup Explains how Bowie and management discovered Iggy in New York Contrasts Detroit rock style with London's glam scene Details technical recording problems during Raw Power sessions Explains why Bowie's mix emphasized guitars over rhythm section Discusses management tensions and promotional issues after Raw Power Describes songwriting partnership with Iggy Pop over the years Explains transition from music to electronics and computing Details early Silicon Valley career at AMD and Sony Discusses keeping Stooges history private during tech career Explains receiving royalties through BMG publishing Comments on fan collecting of rare Stooges recordings Discusses Kill City remixing project with engineer Ed Cherney Explains origins of "I Got A Right" single release Details creation of Relict project using unreleased Stooges material Describes meeting Frank Meyer through Cheetah Chrome recommendation Outlines formation of Pink Hearts with Petra Hayden Dismisses possibility of future Stooges projects without original members How to listen to The Vinyl Guide Listen & follow on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! …or listen on Android or RSS …or download & listen on our free Apple & Android apps! You can also SUPPORT OUR PODCAST by becoming a patron at Patreon.com/vinylguide ! About The Vinyl Guide If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related.

In the space of one year, Les McKeown went from being an unknown kid in Scotland to selling millions of records and having his own TV show. Today we talk about what was happening inside the Rollermania cocoon, the dodgy characters along the way and how Les still brings Bay City Rollers music to the masses. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Last year the world nearly lost YOB's Mike Scheidt. Today he shares the story of his near-death experience, how he emerged and rallied back to create the new LP "Our Raw Heart". Plus we share a track from the album, enjoy! If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Steven Wilson continues to push the bounds of musical artistry. Today he shares on his history, philosophy and approach to making music, as well as his memories, appreciation and love of the vinyl record format. Plus a track from his new LP 'To The Bone'. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Phil Lewis has lived a pirate's life fronting L.A. Guns. Today he tells some amazing tales of life on the road, takes listener questions and makes me a member of L.A. Guns for about 30 minutes. Still, I think I lasted longer than others. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

A Perfect Circle recently released their first album in over a decade. Today Billy Howerdel shares the history of the band and breaks down the methods of his songwriting partnership with Maynard James Keenan. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Dave Meniketti and Y&T are Bay Area legends. They've shaped the sound of heavy rock while inspiring some of music's biggest names and today, Dave Meniketti shares the story of one of rock's most beloved and enduring bands. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Steven Shane McDonald has been in punk rock bands since age 10, opening for Black Flag before he was old enough to drive. Today he shares those early stories, the formation and evolution of Redd Kross, his virtual collaboration with the White Stripes, playing w Melvins, their new LP & what's next for his other bands. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

For over 50 years Jethro Tull have honed a unique, instantly recognizable style of music. Ian Anderson has led Jethro Tull from day one and, 5 decades and 60 million albums later, he shares his thoughts and memories on a career unlike any other. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Bill Stevenson is punk rock royalty, playing in Descendents, ALL, Black Flag and more. Today we talk about his history, the records he recorded, the rare items in the catalogue, living hard on punk rock tours, Filmage, the comeback, coffee and what's next for Descendents. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

From skate ramps to drum kits, Mario Rubalcaba shares his journey, his records, his bands as well as a killer new track from the recent Earthless LP 'Black Heaven'. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Drummer Mike Portnoy is one of the masters of his craft. Today he shares with us his history with music, the records that inspired him, the making of his career, his discipline and the new LP of the supergroup Sons of Apollo. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Jimi Hendrix was extraordinarily prolific right up until the end of his life. Hear the story of what happened afterward from John McDermott, archivist and co-producer for the Experience Hendrix organization, and how their team ensures Jimi's music and legacy continue to inspire. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

This week BLS and Ozzy guitarist Zakk Wylde joins us to talk music, touring, his new LP, answers listener questions and shares his alternative uses for sharpie markers. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Running Discogs is no easy task; the prime audience of record and music collectors are among the pickiest people on the planet. Today Discogs CEO Chad Dahlstrom bravely sits in the hot seat, discusses the focus areas of the biggest online music community, talks about the challenges and answers listener questions. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Jakko M Jakszyk is living his dream, playing with his musical heroes King Crimson. Today Jakko discusses his studio work and current remixing projects for Emerson Lake & Palmer, Jethro Tull & more, plus a heap of great stories as only Jakko can tell them. This is part 2 of a 2 part series. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Jakko M Jakszyk is living his dream, playing with his musical heroes King Crimson. Today Jakko shares the journey and gives us a peek into working with Robert Fripp and team and continuing the King Crimson legacy. This is part 1 of a 2 part series. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

The Ramones defined the sound of popular music for decades, influencing countless bands in their wake. Yet, at the time, their success was limited. Ed Stasium was in the studio for most of their classic recordings and tells the tales of the Ramones; the music, the records, the people. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

This week we speak to Moon Unit Zappa about her musical moments with her father Frank, what it was like growing up in the Zappa home, the music they shared, the music they didn't, the unexpected hit 'Valley Girl' and her ongoing quest for normality. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Prog Rock legends Gentle Giant have an extensive history and catalogue of rare records. Founder Derek Shulman discusses the band, Simon Dupree & The Big Sound, the missing multitrack tapes, the latest remix release with Steven Wilson, and heaps more. Plus a Gentle Giant track for listeners of The Vinyl Guide to enjoy! If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related. Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube