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

Paul Riedl and Morris Kolontyrsky of Blood Incantation discuss the incredible 1st year of the album "Absolute Elsewhere", how it's transformed their lives and art, the creation of the record, the band's deep interest in vinyl collecting and lots more. Enter to win a signed vinyl copy of "Absolute Elsewhere" by becoming a sponsor at Patreon.com/VinylGuide Topics Include: High resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide https://tinyurl.com/tvg-ioshttps://tinyurl.com/tvg-spothttps://tinyurl.com/tvg-amazonPatreon.com/VinylGuide

Mastering Engineer Dave Gardner & Audio Archivist Catherine Vericolli discuss the preservation of the Westbound Records audio catalogue, including the masters of legendary recordings by Funkadelic, The Counts, Ohio Players & more. Topics Include: Dave Gardner (mastering engineer) and Catherine Vericoli (archivist) introduce their specialized roles Mastering serves as link between creative process and manufacturing standards Catherine transfers analog tapes to highest possible digital quality preservation Physical restoration work includes extensive mold and splice remediation tasks Much archival work involves "audio archaeology" detective work with clues Working backwards from incomplete information when documentation is missing completely Common assumption that old records were always done "the right way" Reality reveals beloved records often weren't made using proper methods Got rare access to examine entire Westbound Records collection together Westbound Records started late 1960s by distributor Armin Bolodian in Detroit Detroit-based independent label achieved regional success with multiple hit records Funkadelic, Ohio Players, Detroit Emeralds were among their major successful acts Complete catalog reissue approach rather than cherry-picking just popular hits Assets moved between multiple locations over decades, not everything returned Found various generations and copies of tapes for each release Maggot Brain original masters were believed to be permanently missing Discovery of missing masters hidden in completely unmarked white archive boxes Original tape playback speeds rarely match speeds of vinyl releases Spent entire week meticulously fine-tuning correct playback speeds for accuracy Academic ethnomusicologist confirmed musical key was wrong on commercial releases Many recent European reissues contain fundamentally inaccurate speed and sound Double 45 RPM format avoids sonic compromises required for long sides 27-minute album sides on 33 RPM required major audio quality sacrifices All-analog cutting process preserves original sound character without digital conversion Unreleased material exists primarily in unprocessed multitrack tape format only Dennis Coffey played guitar on many more Funkadelic recordings than known Analog tape degradation accelerating rapidly, especially problematic for digital formats Cultural preservation mission drives their passionate collaborative archival restoration work Asset paranoia and trust issues affect access to important historical recordings Primary motivation remains saving irreplaceable music for all future generations High resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide https://tinyurl.com/tvg-ioshttps://tinyurl.com/tvg-spothttps://tinyurl.com/tvg-amazonPatreon.com/VinylGuide

Kevin Smith and Josh Roush discuss punk cinema and share how the DIY ethos of punk rock influenced both their filmmaking careers and their lifelong love of music and vinyl records. September 20 at the Punk Rock Museum - book now! Topics Include: Wrong Reasons High resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide https://tinyurl.com/tvg-ioshttps://tinyurl.com/tvg-spothttps://tinyurl.com/tvg-amazonPatreon.com/VinylGuide

Hüsker Dü & UltraBomb bassist Greg Norton discusses the Miracle Year of 1985, vinyl rarities, the archive fire, Reflex records, the making of Zen Arcade, the Punk Rock Museum and more See Greg at the Punk Rock Museum Sept 9 | Preorder "Hüsker Dü - The Miracle Years" here Topics Include: Greg Norton announces September 9th Punk Rock Museum guided tour and performanceNorton discusses favorite museum pieces including Joe Strummer's guitar and burned DOA StratocasterBand's archive mostly intact despite Grant Hart's 2011 house fire destroying materialsNorton used to own 7,000 vinyl records but downsized after difficult movesHüsker Dü formed through Minneapolis record store connections at Melody Lane and CheapoBand members met when Bob Mould heard Grant Hart blasting Ramones musicNorthern Lights record store basement became their rehearsal space after hoursTwin Tone rejected their demo, leading to self-releasing on Reflex RecordsBand assembled and sold first singles themselves, no distribution deals initiallyBREAKING NEWS: Numero Group announces "Hüsker Dü 1985: The Miracle Year" box setPreviously unreleased First Avenue live recording from January 1985 finally gets release1985 was pivotal year with 150 shows, multiple album releases across continentsBand road-tested new songs before recording, sometimes writing during soundchecksMost basic tracks recorded in one or two takes maximumZen Arcade conceived as rock opera double album from the beginningMinutemen rushed Double Nickels release to match Zen Arcade's double formatProducer Spot mentored Hart and Mould while engineering at Total Access StudiosJello Biafra praised Zen Arcade as bringing "self-indulgence back to rock"Current band Ultra Bomb working on third album with rare vinyl issuesNorton hopes to finally tour Australia after decades of missed opportunities Extended and high resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Photos by @insomniac199 https://tinyurl.com/tvg-ioshttps://tinyurl.com/tvg-spothttps://tinyurl.com/tvg-amazonPatreon.com/VinylGuide

Shooter Jennings reveals how he discovered hundreds of unreleased recordings his father Waylon made between 1974-1984, including stunning covers now being released as "Songbird" - plus more musical stories from the lives of the Jennings family. Order the new "Songbird" LP here. Topics Include: Extended and high resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide https://tinyurl.com/tvg-ioshttps://tinyurl.com/tvg-spothttps://tinyurl.com/tvg-amazonPatreon.com/VinylGuide

Australian guitarist Davey Lane discusses his new album 'Finally, a Party Record', joining You Am I at 18, meeting Paul McCartney & nerding out on vinyl! Listen to the new album here. Topics Include: Finally, a Party Record Extended and high resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide https://tinyurl.com/tvg-ioshttps://tinyurl.com/tvg-spothttps://tinyurl.com/tvg-amazonPatreon.com/VinylGuide

Lifelong Elvis collector Ian McQuillan discusses the rarest records of Elvis Presley - from Sun Records worth $10,000+, international rarities, even shares insider tips for spotting counterfeits, and explains why young collectors are driving a thriving market for the King's rarest vinyl. Topics Include: Ian McQuillan Extended and high resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide https://tinyurl.com/tvg-ioshttps://tinyurl.com/tvg-spothttps://tinyurl.com/tvg-amazonPatreon.com/VinylGuide

Nick Aguilar of Frankie and the Witch Fingers and Slaughterhouse is a vinyl maniac! Today we discuss his collection, his obsession, the rarities and a life of music & record collecting. Topics Include: See Frankie and the Witch Fingers and order their vinyl here. High resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide https://tinyurl.com/tvg-ioshttps://tinyurl.com/tvg-spothttps://tinyurl.com/tvg-amazonPatreon.com/VinylGuide

Obsessive vinyl collector and radio & MTV legend Matt Pinfield discusses his music collection, holy grails, music industry stories, his recent health scares and sharing stories at the Punk Rock Museum. The Punk Rock Museum info and tickets are here Matt's book "My Insane Improbable Rock Life" is here Topics Include: Cherry Slush 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

Gibby Haynes discusses his upcoming EU/UK tour, the completed Butthole Surfers documentary, early punk memories, near-death stage experiences, vinyl reissues and lots more. EU/UK Tour Tickets here Topics Include: European & UK tour 50+ Minutes Extra-Extended and 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

Chris Ashford of What Records? discusses releasing the first LA punk single "Forming" by the Germs, rarities, tapes, memories of Darby Crash and early punk scene stories. Topics Include: Extended and 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

Descendents have reclaimed their music catalog with pre-orders of 'Milo Goes To College' starting today - Bill and Milo give us updates on ALL, FLAG, new music and more. Topics Include: Org Music Pre-order the 'Milo Goes To College' vinyl reissue here 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

Comedian, Actor, Author Craig Ferguson discusses his early punk days, making music and comedy records, avoiding David Bowie and many musical moments that influenced his path. Topics Include: I'm So Happy Watch "I'm So Happy" on YouTube & order the vinyl here. 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

Melbourne band Umlaut discuss their upcoming heartbreak-themed album "Desolë”, inspirations and reflections on Mr Bungle memories and performances. Topics Include: Album took about year and half to complete Pre-order vinyl here and here. Watch the VIDEO version here 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

Ed Colver discusses his iconic punk rock photography career, including shooting legendary album covers like Black Flag's "Damaged" and Circle Jerks' "Group Sex," as well as his passion for collecting strange "crackpot records". Topics Include: Ed Colver Extended and 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

Fred Schneider of The B-52s discusses his massive 10,000+ record collection while sharing stories about the B-52's early days, the original "Rock Lobster" single, vinyl reissues and new boxset. Topics Include: Enter to win a record from us to celebrate Ep500 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

Epitaph founder Brett Gurewitz discusses rare records, early Bad Religion releases, the lasting impact of "Suffer", format transitions, and staying relevant through punk's evolution and vinyl's revival. Topics Include: Enter to win a record from us to celebrate Ep500 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 Gibbons shares his lifelong passion for collecting vinyl records and vintage guitars, from his first Jimmy Reed single to his legendary "Pearly Gates" Les Paul, revealing the stories behind iconic instruments and rare recordings. Topics Include: Billy GibbonsWaterloo Austin Enter to win a record from us to celebrate Ep500 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 Corgan discusses his unconventional record collecting philosophy while revealing the complex saga behind the Machina albums, the 25 legendary vinyl copies, the upcoming Machines of God boxset, Mellon Collie vinyl releases and more. Topics Include: Billy working on book for 10 years, restarted multiple timesBilly buys lots of records but isn't fussy collectorPrioritizes clean vinyl condition over perfect covers or variantsWorked at record store in 80s, understands collector mindsetCollects obscure major label releases from 60s and 70sSearches for forgotten bands with no online information traceLoves jazz on 10-inch records from late 50s/early 60sRecord collection has no organization, total mess at homeBought thousand records on last tour, resells someMachina originally sprawling concept record about band breaking upVirgin Records treated band poorly despite massive previous salesNever finished complete Machina vision during original 2000 sessionsReleased truncated 15-song Machina I album through Virgin/EMIBand toured 11 months knowing they'd break up afterwardThree weeks before breakup, Billy rushed to finish leftover recordingsRecord company rejected finished Machina IIBilly dumped complete Machina II free on internet in 2000First major band to release album free online, predating RadioheadMachina II became viral sensation, fans loved the recordProduced only 25 hand-cut vinyl copies of Machina IIEach copy uniquely wrapped in printed tape, all differentSent copies to Robert Smith, fans; now worth thousandsYears of legal battles with Universal over complete releaseInitial "Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness" vinyl releaseAlterations for Mellon Collie running orderNew Machina box set finally coming through Madame ZuZu'sBox contains 80 songs: complete vision plus extra tracksUniversal separately reissuing original Machina I album remasteredZWAN vinyl reissue underwayArchive contains over 60,000 pieces of physical mediaHundreds of live concert recordings from 90s tours availableBilly passionate about rewarding dedicated fans who dig crates Enter to win a record from us to celebrate Ep500 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

Punk legends Alice Bag and Kid Congo Powers discuss their collaborative lounge project "Juanita and Juan", reflect on the diverse, inclusive LA punk scene, discussing moments like the first Germs show, the "Up in Smoke" filming, and the tight-knit community that reshaped music forever. Topics Include: Alice Bag and Kid Congo Powers introduce collaborative projectKnown each other for decades from LA punk sceneProject started with mysterious Hollywood call for Latin songCharacters Juanita and Juan have elaborate fictional backstorySound described as "loud lounge, punk folk" styleUses electronic music, keyboards, minimal guitar, tropical beatsAlbum titled "Jungle Cruise" released on In the RedSongs are autobiographical, including "Here Comes the Prez"Originally planned for book readings with musical interludesBoth authors used music to ease reading nervousnessLA punk scene was incredibly diverse and inclusiveLasted only 18 months but reshaped music foreverEveryone contributed something to the tight-knit communityAlice witnessed first chaotic Germs performance with groceriesBoth attended "Up in Smoke" Battle of Bands filmingKid visible in background of unreleased Germs footageDarby Crash's death discussed - overdose versus suicide debateBags single "Survive" now worth $1000 to collectorsBoth still actively collecting and occasionally selling recordsPlanning more Juanita and Juan material, considering Australia tour Order Juanita and Juan's "Jungle Cruise" 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