Vinyl Community Podcasts

But wait, there’s more? LET’S GO! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 On the latest FREESTYLE following the SURFACE NOISE: A-Side, our dedicated vinyl archivists discuss the big announcement from Acoustic Sounds and the extension of their UHQR library of Bob Marley's catalog. Plus, Jose finds more vinyl gold for cheap courtesy of his 🍅 lady. Get a taste, only here on Vinyl Community Podcasts! 🎙️   For more on Concert B...

Please join us for the latest foray into the wild world of vinyl record collecting: the one, the only SURFACE NOISE: A-Side! 💥 First things first, we tackle 🚨BREAKING NEWS 🚨 - the Record Store Day 2025 list leaked, then dropped (officially). So what are our first impressions of the list? 💸 Then, does the celebrity record collector do more harm than good? ie - do they project a level to collect...

Nestled into the latest FREESTYLE following the SURFACE NOISE B-Side, our vinyl adventures discussed color vinyl variants. Specifically, does the music sound better on anything other than black wax? With more choices than ever before of vinyl color treatments, splatters, or even liquid-filled records, is it better to just stay with tried & true black wax, or have manufacturers perfected the so...

Optimize Your Vinyl Collection! What if you had to cut your collection in half? How would you do it? Or worse, what if you had to start over? In this show we break down the best way to build, curate, and maximize your record collection—whether you're hunting for grails 🏆 or stacking up dollar-bin finds 📀. 🔥 What You’ll Learn: ✅ When to buy OG pressings vs. reissues 🎶 ✅ How to downsize withou...

Hold the ☎️ - there is more vinyl talk to be found post SURFACE NOISE proper, courtesy of the FREESTYLE. Listen to our panelists discuss collecting advice (buying or selling) in 2025, the rumor of Acoustic Sounds finally updating their website, Rick Beato is still alive and has been told that Jose is his biggest fan, and what (if any) effect possible tariffs could have on importing new vinyl from...

Join our tried and true group of vinyl scavengers for another episode of SURFACE NOISE from the A-Side! Topics on our minds: 🧠  Building the perfect vinyl subscription model/company - what do you think could make a successful vinyl subscription business? 🧠  Record collecting: the artifact or the sound? 🧠  Advice to Buying and/or Selling Vinyl in 2025 All this (and MORE) only on SURFACE NOISE!  ...

After a mega stuffed portion from the latest SURFACE NOISE B-Side, our pugnacious panelists finish up with the latest FREESTYLE talking positive moments in their collecting journey of late and 2024 as a whole. Did Jose visit his "Tomato Lady" for another hookup of cheap records? Find out NOW! Cue the kumbaya and good feelings in 3...2...1...   For more information on Jason (Spinz Vinyl): https://w...

Vinyl is BACK and it’s more exciting than ever! But what’s next for this iconic format? In the latest SURFACE NOISE B-Side, we’re diving into the big changes that could determine vinyl’s place in the future. It’s not just about pressing records—it's about preserving the magic of vinyl while adapting to the modern world. 💥 Preserving Vinyl's Legacy: Vinyl’s nostalgic appeal is undeniable, but can...

When the lights go low, the FREESTYLE goes all in. Following the latest A-Side edition of SURFACE NOISE, our dais of vinyl viceroys shares their top three (or more - cough, cough, Jose) albums they are looking to procure in the new year. Sprinkle in some other broadcast nonsense, and you have the latest FREESTYLE, coming to your ear holes NOWWWWWWW   For more on Concert Buddie: https://www.youtube...

Back in the building for 2025, this A-Side 'sode of SURFACE NOISE is one not to miss! Join our dais of doomsdayers as they look into their crystal balls and share their predictions for record collecting (their own and the hobby as a whole) for 2025. Then we get a segment called "Give Me a Break" (and no, this will not serve as a Nell Carter tribute). Don't be late, and don't be lame. SURFACE NOISE...

New year, new FREESTYLE, who dis? Listen to our committed collectors talk a little more Bob Dylan, then a detour into early hip-hop records, before parking the vinyl bus sharing latest pickups (some from the big 50% sales of late) and learning that Chris has a secret; he's a TPS member. What is a TPS member? Listen and find out only on the latest FREESTYLE, courtesy of the SURFACE NOISE B-Side!  ...

For the 1st SURFACE NOISE (B-Side) of 2025 we’re kicking the new year off with a lively discussion about music biopics—what's worked, what hasn't, and what we want to see next. From there we dive deep into the brand-new Bob Dylan film A Complete Unknown, unpacking its take on the legendary artist’s life and legacy. Then we'll share our very own biopic wish lists and ones they should do/could not d...

Have to put one more FREESTYLE log on the fire as we close 2024! Following the latest SURFACE NOISE A-Side, our vinyl enthusiasts got an update on Arnaldo's difficulties with a recent Discogs situation from the seller POV, we talked about Beyonce's performance on Christmas Day during Netflix's foray into the NFL, and a few more vinyl tidbits before the year closes. Thank you for your continued sup...

Come get a taste of the latest SURFACE NOISE (A-Side) as our cunning vinylsts share what they learned in 2024 record collecting versus how they walk into 2025 viewing the hobby, their collecting goals/tactics/observations and MORE!   (1) Vinyl Rewind: Learnings from 2024 (2) Vinyl Resolutions: New approaches for 2025 (3) Any Vinyl Targets or Areas of Focus in 2025?   For more on Concert Buddie: ht...

Join us for a special Surface Noise (B-Side) episode as we dive into the Best Vinyl Records of 2024! 🎶 In this pod we're spinning the Wheel of Fate to showcase the top vinyl picks of the year based on the personal collections of our panel. 🎧 From rare gems to must-have albums, we’ll explore what made 2024 unforgettable in the world of vinyl. Listen up, won't you? Thank you for all your support t...

Et tu Buttrock?  Learn all about this topic de jour - it's origins, it's innovators, and it's imitators. Feel free to join us and bust out your bedazzled jeans, Affliction tee, that rusty chain attached to your wallet, and rub the soul patch on your chin as you listen to the latest FREESTYLE (A-Side) from SURFACE NOISE!    For more on Concert Buddie: https://www.youtube.com/@ConcertBuddie https://...

It's a bird, a plane, it's SURFACE NOISE - A Side! Joined by newcomer Jeff (Vinyl Record Info) our daring group of savvy record collectors weigh in on some albums from their collections under the following umbrellas: No Skips - albums that do not possess a single track worth skipping/missing So Many Firsts - First Song, First Album, First Impression: what are some of the greatest 1st song/1st albu...

A show so big we had to come back for seconds, SURFACE NOISE has more B-Side for your earholes. On this 'sode the panel shares their own Black Friday Record Store Day (24) exploits, including feverish visits to their local indy stores, online shopping for others while waiting in lines, and perhaps the most controversial take ever - how Target had the most desired (and hard to find) album on that d...

Join us for another high-energy episode of Surface Noise Live as we dive into The Doors Rhino Hi-Fidelity Box Set! 🥁🎸 What do our vinylists think of the set? How does it sound? Should they jump into the re-sell pool knowing the release of the individual titles are looming? 🎤💥 Expect vinyl collector insights, exclusive releases, and a whole lot of music talk that’ll have you on the edge of your...

Just in time for the holiday weekend 🦃, this episode of OUTWARD BOUND features Jason and Chris as they dive into the rich legacy of jazz trumpet, highlighting 10 of the greatest trumpet players in jazz history! In this podcast, we shine a spotlight on the legendary Miles Davis, whose groundbreaking work redefined the sound of jazz from cool to modal to fusion. His revolutionary style, innovative...

Join Jason and Chris as they explore the world of jazz through the beats of the 10 greatest jazz drummers! In this podcast, we spotlight the legendary Art Blakey, whose drumming revolutionized the sound of jazz. From his iconic work with the Jazz Messengers to his unforgettable rhythms that powered countless jazz classics, Art Blakey’s impact on the genre is undeniable. We’ll dig into our own jazz...

Our panel still had some gas in the tank for the latest FREESTYLE following SURFACE NOISE B-Side. Hear these distinct vinylists engage on some hearty vinyl topics (thoughts on the new Cure album, the upcoming "Birth of Blue" release from Analogue Productions, and any affinity to Christmas albums) on the segment "Rate It or Hate It". When the sweat stops, the conversation shifts to a VINYL SHOWDOWN...

Welcome to this week's SURFACE NOISE – the ultimate Vinyl Community discussion where we dive deep into the latest in the world of records! Whether you're a vinyl enthusiast or just getting into the groove, this show is packed with bold opinions, trending topics, and interactive fun. 🙌 🔴 Segment 1: Hot Take/Cold Take We’re kicking things off with two bold statements that’ll spark some heated deba...

Buddies, you know how important quality and good sounding vinyl are to record collectors everywhere. Today on the pod I speak with Jeff Betten, founder of Hellbender Vinyl in Pittsburgh, PA who gives us a peak behind the curtain of their facility. Open for just under two years now, Hellbender has quickly developed a reputation for quality and creative solutions. As Jeff says "if you can dream it u...

Ever had a terrible experience with an online record buyer? A guy (or gal) that was simply the WORST to deal with? Put on a warm fire, sit back in a good chair, pour a beverage of choice and listen as Arnaldo (Fidelios_Frequency) shares a tale following the latest SURFACE NOISE (A-Side) that would irritate any person trying to sell records. Following some discussion on the latest Rhino Hi-Fi relea...