The Vinyl Guide - Podcast for Record Collectors

Van Halen were my Beatles. Growing up in California, they were the soundtrack to my youth and their music is fuel for good times. Today we talk band history, vinyl, legacy and future of the band with Van Halen historian, author and maniac, Greg Renoff. 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 Viny...

3rd generation Carter alum and son of Johnny & June, John Carter Cash joins us to talk family history, the records, the tapes, his father's record collection, the Rick Rubin recordings, the family legacy and the new 'Across Generations' LP which brings it all together. 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...

If you like heavy rock, you'll love Admiral Sir Cloudesley Shovell. Today discuss the band history, the rare records, the Rooster man and more with guitarist & vocalist Johnny Gorilla, PLUS a new track from the upcoming LP "Very Uncertain Times" on Rise Above Records. 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 G...

Bev Bevan has served wonderfully behind the drum kit for Electric Light Orchestra, The Move, Black Sabbath, Reign and more. Today he takes us through his history, talks vinyl, shares stories and much 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 reco...

Glen Matlock co-founded Sex Pistols and co-wrote most of their material, as well as songs for The Rich Kids and Iggy Pop. Today Glen shares his history with vinyl records, discusses the early days of his musical journey, shares some stories and a track from his new LP. 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...

Gene Hoglan has sat behind the drum kit for Dark Angel, Testament, Death, Fear Factory, Strapping Young Lad and more, and is the 'go-to guy' for many studio and live acts. Today Gene discusses his drumming history, the upcoming Dark Angel tour, tales from behind the kit, replacing drummers mid-tour and much more.  If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-ful...

Roger Joseph Manning Jr has a style all his own. As a founding member of Jellyfish, Imperial Drag, speed-dial recipient from Beck and arranger for hire and studio-gun for the likes of Adele, Roger Waters, P!nk & more, today Roger shares his recent solo work and his love of vinyl and analogue audio. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this...

Trey Spruance of Secret Chiefs 3 and Mr Bungle shares stories of making Disco Volante, mastering the vinyl with Bernie Grundman, forming Secret Chiefs 3, Web of Mimicry records and much more. 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...

Trey Spruance of Secret Chiefs 3 and Mr Bungle shares stories of his early years, finding eclectic music around the world, the Mr Bungle cassette tapes, the recording of the Mr Bungle self titled album and much more. 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...

Abbey Road is perhaps the Beatles finest hour, however it was a hard-fought path that unwittingly became their end. Today Beatles historian Bruce Spizer shares the journey of the Beatles down Abbey Road. 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...

Richard Patrick shares the history of Filter, the stories behind 'Short Bus', 'Title of Record', the vinyl catalogue of Filter, the early days of Nine Inch Nails, the satisfaction of his current soundtrack work 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 thing...

The 2008 UMG fire destroyed over 100,000 master tapes across hundreds of artists, including Y&T. Today Dave Meniketti discusses what the band lost, the process of finding out, dealing with the new reality and picking up the pieces. 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...

Scott Gorham shares about the music and success of Thin Lizzy, as well as the Black Star Riders and their new LP 'Another State of Grace', plus a 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...

It's been 20 years since we've heard from Mr Bungle. Today we speak with former manager Kristin Yee about the early days of this beloved band and how a group that sounded so different to anything else was given the freedom to create on their terms. 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 Gu...

Bracket is one of the better kept secrets of my record collection. Today we talk to bassist Zack Charlos on the history, recordings, twists, turns and ongoing persistence of this amazing group. Plus a coupla songs 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 thi...

Michael Cuscuna has spent several decades preserving record label archives and compiling rare recordings, sessions and 'vault material' through Mosaic Records. Today 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. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd wi...

Few artists have reached the level of controversy as The Geto Boys; Growing up rough, choosing a rap career, making a million-to-one shot achieving fame and vilification the likes that has rarely been seen. Today we talk with Geto Boys leader, artist and entrepreneur, Willie D about the highs and lows in the story of this legendary band. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an ub...

Matt Sullivan owns and manages 'Light In The Attic Records', an independent record label best known for reissuing material and 're-breaking' artists, including Betty Davis, Sixto 'Sugarman' Rodriguez, Serge Gainsbourg & more. Matt talks us through the history & future of this highly respected label. If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, thi...

Chad Kassem has built a small vinyl record and audiophile empire in Salina Kansas, which includes AcousticSounds.com, Analogue Productions, Quality Record Pressing & more. Hear his story today in part 2 of his 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 th...

Chad Kassem has built a small vinyl record and audiophile empire in Salina Kansas, which includes AcousticSounds.com, Analogue Productions, Quality Record Pressing & more. Hear his story today in part 1 of his 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 th...

Al Anderson was handed a guitar session that turned into a career with Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and more. Today he tours with The Original Wailers and shares his stories as an eye witness to Reggae history. 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 recor...

Ipecac Recordings was founded in 1999 by Mike Patton and Greg Werckman as a vehicle to release some of Mike's more eclectic projects. 20 years later Ipecac is thriving thanks in part to a loyal fan-base and their artist-friendly approach to releasing music. Greg joins us today to talk about the formation, growth and future of Ipecac Recordings. If you like records, just starting a collection or ar...

Frank Carter and the Rattlesnakes just released what may be their defining album "End of Suffering", and signals another level of growth and artistry for Frank. Today he discusses the many paths that led him to this moment and how he balances life with creativity. 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...

Punk rock legend Keith Morris (OFF!, Black Flag, Circle Jerks) returns to discuss the new project from OFF!: "Watermelon: The Movie" which sounds like a pretty ambitious and amazing project. Enjoy the conversation, Keith is in top 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 disc...

OFF! is my favourite band and they're making a movie. Today guitarist Dimitri Coats discusses his vinyl record collection, shares the history of OFF!, some rare records of their catalogue, plus an inside peek at their upcoming movie sci-fi punk-rockumentary 'Watermelon'. 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. Nat...