The Vinyl Guide - Artist Interviews for Record Collectors and Music Nerds
Nate is a record collector, music lover and vinyl maniac. Join him on his journey to discuss, share and review all things related to vinyl records. We feature stories about and interviews with musicians, artists and people of knowledge in the area of vinyl records. Additionally we share information on desirable pressings of records, how to tell a $5 pressing from a $500 pressing and care and maintenance for your cratedigging hobby. Subscribe and share with your record-nerd friends. Cheers!
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 56 minutes
- Episodes
- 530
- Years Active
- 2015 - 2025
Ep222: The Story of the Beatles Butcher Cover
On June 10, 1966, Capitol Records launched "Operation Retrieve", meant to recall nearly 250,000 vinyl records from across the USA. The record was The Beatles' "Yesterday & Today", a record now known…
Ep221: Van Halen Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records with Mike Kassis
Van Halen is one of the most important American rock bands in history. Today we talk through some of the most desired vinyl collectibles with Michael Kassis, author of "Underground Van Halen Vinyl" …
Ep220: Tom Hazelmyer - Amphetamine Reptile Records
Tom Hazelmyer started Amphetamine Reptile to release his own music, however he soon learned the craft and art of vinyl was what he really loved. Today Tom shares the AmRep story through the history …
Ep219: Matt Cameron - Pearl Jam, Soundgarden and more
Matt Cameron has worked hard at his craft and the reward has been an amazing life of adventures and music with Soundgarden, Pearl Jam and more. We explore Matt's musical history, his personal drive,…
Ep218: Jared Blum - Conceptual Artist, Experimental Musician
Jared Blum is a conceptual artist who features in the "Talking Book" project with Billy Gould and Dominic Cramp. Today Jared takes us through the creative process of how the approaches his unique bl…
Ep217: Billy Gould of Faith No More, Talking Book
Billy Gould has always charted an unconventional direction. Today he shares about his vinyl history, his label Koolarrow Records and his experimental project "Talking Book" whose new LP is getting t…
Ep216: Page Hamilton of Helmet
After 30 years, Helmet is still going from strength to strength; their music is tighter, their tours are larger and their influence is celebrated. Helmet founder and mastermind Page Hamilton joins u…
Ep215: The Mystery Record That Influenced Elvis
Like all artists, Elvis Presley drew influence from other singers. Legend has it that one mystery record had a tremendous impact, yet the artist on the record remained a mystery for decades. Chris K…
Ep214: Chuck Billy of Testament
Thrash metal legend Chuck Billy of Testament discusses his recent bout of Corona Virus / Covid19, fleeing Europe amidst a pandemic, the genesis of Testament, the vinyl history, the new LP 'Titans of…
Ep213: Nick DiSalvo of Elder
Okay I admit I'm a bit late to the Elder party, but goddamit I'm here now and really enjoying this band. Founder, singer, songwriter, guitarist Nick DiSalvo joins us to talk about Elder history, son…
Ep212: Toshi Kasai & The Art of Music Production
Toshi Kasai is a much respected music producer who has earned a great reputation with artists like Melvins, Tool, Foo Fighters and now Plan D, his drum / synth project which is unique and amazing. J…
Ep211: Social Distancing with King Buzzo
Buzz Osborne, aka King Buzzo, joins us from self isolation in Los Angeles to discuss his new LP 'Gift of Sacrifice' w Trevor Dunn, as well as the impact of world events on the life and business of a…
Ep210: Jaz Coleman of Killing Joke
Musician, artist, conductor and founder of Killing Joke, Jaz Coleman joins us to talk records, band history, stories, music on vinyl and global thoughts, as well as discuss his new album 'Magna Invoc…
Ep209: Wattie Buchan of The Exploited
Wattie Buchan of The Exploited is a living legend and we're lucky to still have him. After suffering a heart attack on stage and having multiple operations, today he shares some wild stories of his …
Ep208: Don Jamieson - Rock n Roll Comedian & Record Collector
Emmy winning comedian and host of VH1's 'That Metal Show' Don Jamieson talks vinyl, record collecting, comedy, metal crowds, his new album 'Denim & Laughter' and more.
If you like records, just sta…
Ep207: Jenn D'Eugenio - Vinyl Industry Evangelist
As a record collector, music fan and founder of WomenInVinyl.com, Jenn D'Eugenio has dedicated her life to the promotion and quality enhancement of the vinyl record experience. Today she shares her …
Ep206: Bruce Pavitt Founder of Sub Pop
Few people have influenced music & popular culture as much as Bruce Pavitt. As founder of Sub Pop fanzine & record label, as well as participant, financier and witness to music history, Bruce shares…
Ep205: Derrick Green of Sepultura
Legendary heavy metal band Sepultura recently released the LP 'Quadra' to globally favourable reviews and enthusiastic fan response. Vocalist Derrick Green talks about the making of the album and ho…
Ep204: Caspian's Philip Jamieson On Circles
After years of hiatus, Caspian has released the extraordinary LP "On Circles". Founder, guitarist Philip Jamieson talks us through their journey, their challenges, their vinyl records and more.
If y…
Ep203: JJ Burnel of The Stranglers
On the eve of their Australian tour, Jean-Jacques Burnel, bassist of The Stranglers, joins us today to talk music, band history, vinyl records, the end of the world and more. Enjoy!
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