Best Vinyl Convention Podcasts (2025)

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Surface Noise | Is Vinyl Me, Please Back From The Dead? 54:40

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18h ago54:40

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Just when you think you have all the answers, SURFACE NOISE changes the questions! Join our squad of vinyl connoisseurs as we discuss the 11th hour news of a VMP lifeline - what do we know, what does it mean for open orders, and what do we feel are the biggest things to avoid for this next incarnation? Plus, why is our resident international phenom…

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle 53:47

4d ago53:47

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BOGO this week only on SURFACE NOISE! For your freebie, here is the latest FREESTYLE! 🤯 The dais briefly hits on Discogs having their own YouTube channel (who knew?) and all that entails, before launching into a blitzkrieg of other physical music formats, sponsored by the immortal John Bong himself. 🚭 Hear why cassettes never really went away (for …

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Surface Noise | Beatles, Interrupted...Plus "What If's" in Music History! 1:02:51

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The show of record on collecting records had a power-packed show lined up, but as fate would have it, The Beatles had other ideas (thanks Ringo). We kick off SURFACE NOISE talking about the sudden announcement of the Beatles + Mono boxset repress coming in a few weeks: who is picking it up, why repress this again (first since 2014), and what will t…

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Surface Noise | What Are Your "Lookout" Records? 1:10:38

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It's the show in the know about the music format that costs some dough - SURFACE NOISE! Getting ready for a long holiday weekend in the US, our panelists are sharing their "lookout" records - records that they'd ask other collectors in their orbit to look for in their travels to records shows and stores near, far, and anywhere they can't get to the…

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle 1:10:45

18d ago1:10:45

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The extras aren't extra here on SURFACE NOISE - case in point, the latest FREESTYLE following the podcast proper. Still filling in for the AWOL Jose, "John Bong" helps lead a spirited discussion on "unofficial European imports" and whether they are good (or bad) for today's hobby. Arnaldo shares some of the records he tried to unsuccessfully trade …

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Surface Noise | Why Are We Buying Returned Records? Plus VinylCon: Philly Thoughts 1:02:28

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The show of record talking about records is BACK: SURFACE NOISE! ⌨️ On our show this week the dais talks about MoFi selling their returned records back to customers (and others doing the same), and we hear from our correspondent on the ground about VinylCon in Philly. 📹🎤 Get in where you fit in, only on SURFACE NOISE! 👇 👇 👇 👇 👇 For more on Concert …

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle 44:25

25d ago44:25

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Where bad jokes, bad takes, and bad records go to die, the FREESTYLE of the latest 'sode of SURFACE NOISE follows in that esteemed tradition; a tradition like no other. The panel attempts a new segment on new releases called "Grip or Flip" where they discuss whether a title is worth the grip (keeping), or buying to level up on something else (flip)…

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Surface Noise | Austin Recap + Building The Perfect Record Store 1:08:00

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Join us for the latest installment of vinyl record collecting insanity courtesy of SURFACE NOISE‼️ Our panel of dedicated vinylists will discuss the recent spring Austin Record Convention, including observations from the tables, the crates, and the grail walls littered throughout the convention center. Some sold records there, others simply bought.…

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Beer & Vinyl | What's the Matter, M Ross? Ohio, Music, and More with M Ross Perkins 1:22:35

1M ago1:22:35

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Back on the airwaves of Vinyl Community Podcasts, Alex (Beer & Vinyl) shares a recent interview with musician/songwriter M Ross Perkins. M Ross Perkins is currently a featured artist on the Colemine Records label, and has a new album that dropped on May 2nd (interview recorded prior) entitled "What's The Matter, M Ross?" Composed, performed, and re…

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Concert Buddie | Mini Austin Record Convention Recap + Surface Noise News 26:31

1M ago26:31

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Back at it, Buddies! Here for a quick 'sode to share what happened when I went to the spring Austin Record Convention over the weekend. Many records were acquired, many meats and eats were consumed, and many memories were made. And no, I did not get to meet Raekwon or Jack White there (yes, that happened). BUT....I still had a good time and will sh…

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle 1:06:53

1M ago1:06:53

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Apologies to Britney, but ooops we did it again....we found another way to chime in with even MORE Record Store Day talk. 😬 On the latest FREESTYLE following SURFACE NOISE, we are discussing some of the fresh SoundScan data behind the sales to learn which titles/releases were the biggest of the RSD25 bunch. Following the first segment moving throug…

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Surface Noise | What are the Hardest Records to Collect? 52:34

1M ago52:34

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Surface Noise is B-A-C-K!! Our panel of dedicated vinyl enthusiasts present another spin around the turntable, where in this week's podcast proper we'll discuss the hardest records to collect, find, or track down - does it vary by label, by artist, or genre? How much of a pursuit is TOO much of a pursuit (limits, people, limits). Everybody's got a …

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) 57:57

2M ago57:57

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Just when you thought it was safe to get back in the water, we bring you another FREESTYLE courtesy of the latest episode of SURFACE NOISE: A-Side! 🦈 Our record collecting coalition shares "the one that got away" - a record that was attainable at one time, either when it first came out, or later at an affordable price - but (for whatever reason) wi…

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | What Do We Talk About When Record Store Day is Over? 1:14:45

2M ago1:14:45

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The title says it all. 🙊 (Don't worry, we have plenty to talk about). After a busted attempt at a BRIEF RSD25 recap from our perches across the vinyl galaxy, we launch into our favorite best buys/scores from our record collecting careers. Were they records we found well, well, well under market rate? Maybe records we bought new when they first hit …

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) 40:57

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For a few more fixins' on our vinyl baked potato, in the FREESTYLE of the latest episode of SURFACE NOISE (A-Side) the panel discusses a few more topics: Thoughts on the new Tracy Chapman (self titled) reissue, and how come other companies cannot figure out the pricing puzzle at $25(ish)? Is MoFi back? With some more contemporary curation choices o…

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Surface Noise | Record Store Day 2025: Great? Late? Smoke? Joke? 1:08:54

2M ago1:08:54

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Record Store Day 2025 is almost upon us , and we've got everything you need to know! On this show we're diving into what makes RSD such a unique experience for vinyl lovers, highlighting the most exciting releases, and discussing why this event is a must for every record collector. What titles are MUST grabs for our panel of trusty vinyl enthusiast…

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Concert Buddie | Joie Calio of dada & THE vinyl "Puzzle" of Record Store Day 2025 59:42

2M ago59:42

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Happy Record Store Day Week Buddies! 🎉🍾 It's a great list this year, and one of those coveted selections is sure to be the 90's rock album "Puzzle" from dada. For this 'sode on Vinyl Community Podcasts we speak with Joie Calio from dada to celebrate this long overdue vinyl arrival! (1:11) The chat begins with learning about the origins of the band …

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Sam St. John | Interview with Seth Walker: Singer/Songwriter 23:20

2M ago23:20

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Guest spot here on the latest Vinyl Community Podcasts presentation. Sam St. John is back to share an interview he conducted with North Carolina singer/songwriter Seth Walker, who is on the eve of releasing his brand new record "Why the Worry" out 04/04/2025 on Royal Potato Family Records. Seth has collaborated with artists such as The Mavericks, T…

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (B-Side Edition) 51:49

2M ago51:49

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When the extras aren't just extra, we serve another FREESTYLE of the latest Surface Noise: B-Side. 🦃 Our vinylists put a bow on talk of the vinyl bubble, then share their latest pickups including a QC replacement you should be aware of. We wrap it up with another installment of SMASH OR PASS where the guys discuss which musicians would (or wouldn't…

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Surface Noise (B-Side) | Is the VINYL BUBBLE About to BURST? How to PREPARE yourself! 51:54

2M ago51:54

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Yo! What is shakin, everybody? The vinyl resurgence has taken the world by storm, but is it sustainable? Is the Vinyl Bubble about to BURST? In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the rise of vinyl records, what’s driving the boom, and the signs that could spell trouble for collectors. 🔍 Are we on the edge of another decline like the sports…

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) 59:25

2M ago59:25

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When the cup runneth over, SURFACE NOISE: A-Side gives you more than you asked for in the form of this latest FREESTYLE 🚰 Listen to our savvy group of vinylinguists discuss the best (and worst) producers in music in the form of "Mount Rushmore" (great) to "Mount Flushmore" (not so great). 🏔️ Where does your all-time favorite producers rank? Find ou…

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Surface Noise | Is The End Near for Vinyl Me, Please? 58:47

3M ago58:47

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Action packed and medium paced, SURFACE NOISE: A-Side is back for more news, reviews, and takes that will bruise inside the world of vinyl record collecting. 🎧 🚨 With some high-profile exits recently, is the end here + near for Vinyl Me, Please? We continue a conversation we had months ago following the news of the pressing plant fallout, but this …

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (B-Side Edition) 29:21

3M ago29:21

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Just a littttle bit more to squeeze out of the latest SURFACE NOISE: B-Side in the form of this here FREESTYLE! Our dais shares some recent trials, tribulations, and triumphs in the form reissues in our segment: the good, the bad, and the (kinda) ugly. We aim to spare you from parting with your well-earned dollars and cents. Right here, right now, …

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Surface Noise (B-Side) | Holy Grails vs Guilty Pleasures: The Ultimate Desert Island Debate! 58:30

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Yo, what is shakin' everybody? In this week’s Surface Noise: B-Side, we’re diving into the most iconic music conversation – Holy Grails vs Guilty Pleasures! Join us as we debate those perfect, must-have records and those secretly loved tunes we’re not ashamed to admit. Plus, we're taking it a step further – imagine being stranded on a desert island…

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) 1:04:00

3M ago1:04:00

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We are not done ringing out the towel here, folks! For the FREESTYLE after the latest SURFACE NOISE: A-Side, our panel discuss bands or artists that should have been bigger (but were not, for some reasons - known and unknown). They follow that by touching on a light week in current events in the record collecting sphere, then share their latest pic…

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | Why Are They Repressing That (Again) + Best Cheap Heat! 🔥🔥 57:00

3M ago57:00

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We are BACK with another adventure into the curious world of vinyl record collecting as SURFACE NOISE: A-Side is in full effect! 💥 Our power panel is back to touch on a delicate part of the vinyl renaissance - reissues - and specifically titles that make us scratch our heads why they are repressing them: over and over, titles still easily accessibl…

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Concert Buddie x Spinz Vinyl | Collecting Like You've Never Seen: Wayne Johnson of Rockaway Records 50:26

3M ago50:26

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Welcome back Buddies! For this latest 'sode on Vinyl Community Podcasts, we have a guest and a conversation so rare, so valuable, so unique, that we had to enlist another host to reign in this collecting madness! Joined in the co-pilot seat by Spinz Vinyl (Jason), we speak with Wayne Johnson: co-owner and co-founder of Rockaway Records in Silver La…

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Surface Noise (B-Side) | Are Expensive Pressings Really Worth It? Luxury vs. Budget Vinyl Showdown! 58:26

3M ago58:26

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Vinyl collectors - are you the customer for luxury records? In this episode of SURFACE NOISE: B-Side, we break down the booming market for high-end audiophile pressings: those super deluxe, ultra-limited, $100+ vinyl releases that sell out instantly. Are they actually worth it, or are we just falling for the hype? The latest in this trend - the ann…

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) 1:07:52

3M ago1:07:52

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Oh. Hey. You've caught us clearing up the crumbs in the cookie jar from the latest episode SURFACE NOISE: A-Side FREESTYLE. Coming up, the panel discusses the recent SNL50 concert and where it ranks on the pantheon of greatest live tv concerts. And after touching on the actual SNL50 broadcast itself, the guys share their latest pickups and finds th…

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | Shady Vinyl Record Sellers? 56:15

4M ago56:15

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Back in the building, SURFACE NOISE is bringing the A-Side front AND center! For this trip around the turntable we will be focusing on bad experiences with shady vinyl record sellers - online, in store, at record shows - anywhere and everywhere. What practices have we experienced that are out of bounds, shady, and downright off-putting? Have you ru…

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The Waxed | Thursday Record Talk with Craig from Analogue October Records 1:46:54

4M ago1:46:54

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The Waxed is back on Vinyl Community Podcasts to share a new interview from his Thursday morning livestream with Craig Crane, the owner of Analogue October Records in Chichester, England. Craig is a self-described crusader for the warmth of analog in a sea of digital detachment. "With a steadfast dedication to vinyl records, cassette tapes, and the…

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (B-Side Edition) 1:14:27

4M ago1:14:27

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Not to be confused with crop circles or aliens 👽, following the latest episode of SURFACE NOISE: B-Side, our rough and tumble crew of recordhounds discussed (or debated) the list of finalists for the 2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in another version of "This or That". Who is worthy of being immortalized? Or who isn't? Hear the flying 🔥 takes NEXT,…

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Surface Noise (B-Side) | Let's "Talk About Pop Muzik"! - Defining the Greatest Pop Song Ever! 58:27

4M ago58:27

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Get ready for a cannonball dive into the world of POP music on Surface Noise: B-Side! In this episode we’ll define what makes a pop song POP💥...and no, it's not just catchy tunes and killer hooks! From timeless classics to modern hits, our panel will share their favorite pop songs of all time 🔥. Don’t miss the conversation that will elicit moans, g…

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) 41:52

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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 Com…

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | Record Store Day 2025 List Reveal + Celebrities Buy Records Too? 1:12:58

4M ago1:12:58

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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…

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (B-Side Edition) 47:51

4M ago47:51

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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 bla…

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Surface Noise (B-Side) | Min/Max Your Vinyl Collection! What Stays & What Goes? 1:03:18

4M ago1:03:18

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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 press…

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) 52:50

4M ago52:50

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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 possib…

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | Rain, Sleet, Sickness or Snow 59:49

4M ago59:49

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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 …

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (B-Side Edition) 26:31

5M ago26:31

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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 mo…

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Surface Noise (B-Side) | Why The Future of Vinyl Depends on THESE Changes 1:01:58

5M ago1:01:58

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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:…

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) 51:46

5M ago51:46

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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…

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | 2025 Record Collecting Predictions + Give Me a Break 1:04:44

5M ago1:04:44

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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…

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (B-Side Edition) 56:34

5M ago56:34

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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 F…

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Surface Noise (B-Side) | Dylan: "A Complete Unknown" + Other Music Biopics & Wish Lists 59:43

5M ago59:43

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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 bio…

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) 54:31

5M ago54:31

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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…

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | Vinyl Rewind 2024 x Vinyl Resolutions 2025 59:54

5M ago59:54

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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…

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Surface Noise (B-Side) | Best Vinyl Records of 2024 1:29:28

6M ago1:29:28

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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…

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Surface Noise | Latest Freestyle (A-Side Edition) - Viva la Buttrock! 51:05

6M ago51:05

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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: h…

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Surface Noise (A-Side) | No Skips, No Buttrock, No Problems? 53:54

6M ago53:54

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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 Impressio…