Vinyl Resting Place

Today we are joined by producer/artist Randy B to discuss one of the forgotten mixtapes of the 2010's , Friday Night Lights by J Cole. Join us as we explore the intricate production, lyrical prowess, and cultural impact of this project that catapulted J. Cole into the spotlight. Randy B shares his insights on the mixtape's creation, its enduring legacy, and how it forecasts the creative...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the most captivating albums that 2024 has offered so far. We discuss the highs and lows, giving you our honest takes on the projects that have defined the year in music. Join us as we explore the evocative sounds of Berwyn's latest release, dissecting the emotional depth and lyrical prowess that have made it a standout. We chat about the brilliance of...

It’s Tuesday which can only mean another very special episode of Vinyl Resting Place! Today, the boys talked to the incredible George Manson of Adult DVD - a Leeds based 6 man group who are taking Europe by Storm! We discuss how the band works, what they’ve got going on, and George’s phenomenal VRP choice - Late of the Pier, Fantasy Black Channel.  Make sure you check out Adult DVD’s new EP, Next...

Join us on this episode of Vinyl Resting Place as we dive deep into the heart of the UK rap scene with Renelle 893. This week,its a Vinyl Countdown and we're counting down the best rappers in the UK, celebrating the artists who have not only shaped the genre but have also left an indelible mark on the global music landscape. From lyrical geniuses to trailblazing innovators, we'll explore...

Woaaaahhhhhhh it's July???? When did that happen am I right we're all just working for the weekend, huh? Well it's also Tuesday so there's another Vinyl Resting Place for you to have a little munch on. Today we are joined by Hannah and Emily to discuss - could there be another Michael Jackson? Could that man/woman/person/band walk among us? Who is it? These four crazy cats talk...

The boys are back in town! They take a second bite of the slightly rotten Apple Music apple as they talk through albums 75-50 on this bizarre list. With even more upset than first episode, the boys discuss The Arctic Monkeys, SZA, Nine Inch Nails, and Rihanna amongst many more! If you want to see more of Vinyl Resting Place you can find all of our previous episodes here: https://vinylrestingplace....

Welcome to another episode of the Vinyl Resting Place Podcast! On this episode we are joined by the one and only Renelle 893 to discuss the situation between UK and US rap! Which next generation of rappers is looking the best? Listen in for discussion on some of the best underground rap artists are, and who we think will dominate the scene in the years to come! If you enjoy this episode or wanna c...

Welcome to Vinyl Resting Place! This week, we're kicking off an exciting four-part series diving into Apple's 100 Best Albums of All Time list. In this first episode, join the boys as they break down albums ranked from 100 to 75.  From the country charm of Kacey Musgraves to the heights of noughties hip-hop with 50 Cent. From the ethereal pop of Lorde, to the timeless tunes of Elton John...

Another week, another Vinyl Resting Place! Today, the album we get into is Prince's "Purple Rain," and the boys are joined by Prince superfan, Michael Abraham. Singer Michael Abraham is trying to revolutionise the word Popstar with his own brand of Alt-RnB. Michael is a massive admirer of Prince's work and brings a takes a lot inspiration from Prince as he progresses in his jou...

Here at Vinyl Resting Place, we are international men with a variety of tastes! Today, we're celebrating the world of non-english language artists! From bigger stars you already know to Indie artists, from East to West - dare I say from Paris to Berlin - we're bringing you the most amazing musicians from around the globe!  Listen in to hear who we think are the international ones to watc...

We are back with another Vinyl Resting Place! Today we are diving in head first into the world of DIIV, and the boys are joined via video call by our editor and self proclaimed DIIV super fan Carlray Edwards.  As well as being the man that puts together the VRP video content and makes sense of our ramblings, Carlray is a talented musician fronting his own band and is very passionate about music. T...

Vinyl Resting Place presents - The lost tapes!  Due to technical issues, no video was recorded for this episode so it was shelved. However, we have done the audio regardlss, and present to you now, Kingsley Jones! Dapo and Barney had a great time chatting to Kingsley, a man from Manchester who knows lots about music and has awful taste in meal deals. We cover the mystery of William Onyeabor, the i...

We have been asked to do this episode so many times and it is finally here! At Vinyl Resting Place we answer the big questions in music, and does it get any bigger than Taylor Swift? What is her best album? What is her best era? All will be answered in this episode. Barney is a self proclaimed swiftie and Dapo hadn't even listened to most of the albums in full before. They are on the opposite...

Dapo Agiri AKA the music master and Barney Howe AKA the pop princess are joined once again by the phenomenal Charles Ricketts to get down to the Vinyl Word! This week, they're talking everything festivals. These three musketeers will be breaking down their thoughts on the line ups of the biggest festivals this summer, as well as talking about their favourite festival experiences. Listen in fo...

Join Dapo as he sits down with the amazing Millie Mountain, fresh from her dynamic performance at Band on the Wall in Manchester. Together, they delve deep into Kelis' sixth studio album, 'Food.' Millie is a eclectic neo-soul and jazz artist from South London who is making a name for herself with her incredible vocal talent. She has worked with The Mouse Outfit and has gained a lot...

Today on Vinyl Resting Place, the boys are joined by the amazing Charles Ricketts! They've gathered with this creative genius to discuss the other side of the music question - away from albums, what are the best gigs they've ever been to? Talking about their best sitting, standing, and miscellaneous gigs of all time, Barney, Dapo and Charles get down into the nitty gritty of what makes l...

Sometimes, the Vinyl Resting Place boys have to get down to business. Have to tell their truth, speak their hearts' desire. No one said the podcast game was easy, that you can get through it without making a few enemies. Yes, in this special VRP minisode, Dapo and Barney are discussing Cowboy Carter, Beyonce's latest work. Listen along to hear our thoughts and feelings on what is already...

In this episode, the boys are thrilled to be joined by the talented neo-soul artist, Kate Bond. A distinctive and admittedly aggressive style coupled with an endearing and unapologetic attitude, Kate defines her genre as F U Soul. Kate chose Grey Area by Little Simz as her VRP Album. We dissect the themes of the album, unravel the layers of lyricism, emotion, and creativity that made it the piece...

In this episode, we sit down with up-and-coming rapper and producer, Dre Ishmail, as he delves into his musical journey and shares his insights on an album that has significantly influenced his craft. Dre's Vinyl Resting Place album is To What End by Oddisee. From the soulful melodies to the positive message and intelligent lyricism, Dre Ishmail offers up his interesting personal perspective...

Welcome to another episode of Vinyl Resting Place! In this episode, our esteemed guest is none other than Ferrenzo, an award winning mix engineer, rapper, and producer renowned for his work with top-tier talents like Central Cee and Tion Wayne. Ferrenzo focuses on the captivating album "The Amanda Tape" by THEY. This album is a unique blend of contemporary R&B and alternative influen...

Rapper, poet and author and all round creative Ben Nuga aka J3TSY joins the boys for this week's episode. The album he's brought to the table is the majestic Dead & Born & Grown by The Staves. He gives us a insight into how the album helped him when he found it and how the music has stuck with him since.  Ben is a man of eclectic tastes and in the episode we discuss the Justin Ti...

This week the boys are joined by rapper, podcaster, event organiser, and patron of the culture Lemzi. He's objectively the coolest person Barney has ever met, but he Barney did a good job of being chill about it. Lemzi talks to us about the work he has been doing to merge music and mindfulness with SPOKE as well as the outstanding In-Facts events that he co-founded. We also discuss Lemzi&apos...

Tuesday? More like Vinyl Resting Day! It's about time we had a Drake album on this show. Love him or hate him the man is a force of nature. Actor Ethan Hazzard returns to Vinyl Resting Place to discuss his VRP album, Drake's fourth mixtape "If you're reading this it's too late". Ethan tells a deeply personal and compelling story of the impact the tape had on him, how...

Who will be the next big artist of 2024? Who os the new name you'll fall in love with? Wake up, it's Tuesday and that means new Vinyl Resting Place! Have you ever wondered what came first - orange the colour or orange the fruit? Well wonder no more because in this week's episode we answer the questions you've all been asking! Dapo and Barney are joined by Hannah and Kingsley th...

Kung-Fu Kenny might be the G.O.A.T and we can all agree he is one of the most influential artists of our generation. This week's episode is a Vinyl Countdown attempting to definitively rank the best Kendrick Lamar album ever! Joining the Barney and Dapo for this near impossible task is actor Ethan Hazzard. Best known for his performance as Hunter in Raised by Wolves on HBO, Ethan has worked o...