Kasper Collin has created a beautiful documentary on the life and tragedy of Blue Note Records recording sensation Lee Morgan. We discuss this film as well as a record nerd segment on some of the variations of the Blue Note record label.
Read MoreEp070: Blue Note Recording Artist Larry Ridley

Larry Ridley has played with some of the biggest names in music; John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, Thelonious Monk, Lee Morgan, Dizzy Gillespie, the list goes on and on. Larry sits down with us today to talk about his history, what is was like recording w Rudy Van Gelder & the Blue Note team, playing in NYC clubs in the 50s & 60s and his friend Lee Morgan, the subject of a new film "I Called Him Morgan", out this week.
Read MoreEp069: Dave Wyndorf of Monster Magnet
Okay, I'm a bit stunned today; my musical hero is on the show. Dave Wyndorf of Monster Magnet has a long chat with us on his youth, the records that inspired him, the records he made, thoughts on the record industry and the future is for Monster Magnet. It's a deep one folks, Dave is a guy with a considered opinion on everything, so enjoy this discussion with the Space Lord himself!
Read MoreEp068: Ralph Humphrey, Drummer for Frank Zappa & The Mothers of Invention
Vinyl enthusiasts, music fans and Zappaphiles rejoice! Today we talk with drumming legend and all-around good guy Ralph Humphrey, a man who kept the beat and set the pace for Frank Zappa's brilliant "Apostrophe (')", "Over-Nite Sensation" and "Roxy & Elsewhere" albums.
Read MoreEp067: Buzz Osborne of Melvins, Fantômas & Crystal Fairy
This week Buzz Osborne aka King Buzzo, most notably from The Melvins, talks about his early days, the records that inspired him, the collectible Melvins vinyl, how to make it in the music business and his new project Crystal Fairy, featuring Teri Gender Bender from Le Butcherettes on vocals and Omar Rodriguez-Lopez from The Mars Volta and At The Drive In, alongside himself and Dale Crover. It's an interview as only Buzz will give, full of sardonicism and entertaining as can be. Plus we share a track from Crystal Fairy, which can be picked up at Ipecac.com. Do it up!
Read MoreEp066: Off the Rails with Rudy Sarzo
Rudy Sarzo is living the American and Rock & Roll dream; he fled Communist Cuba, resettled into the United States and got his big break playing with Ozzy Osbourne, a referral from his friend and guitar legend Randy Rhoads. Rudy talks about this time of his life, his friendship with Ozzy and Randy, the good times, the tragic times and how he moved forward. Plus we talk with record collector Mike Vague on a recent Beatles discovery from their early years!
Read MoreEp065: The Amazing World of Steve Poltz
Steve Poltz grew up in Southern California, met Elvis, Sinatra & Liberace, learned guitar, wrote a #1 hit and continues to put in the work to hone his craft and grow as an artist. It hasn't always been easy but it sure looks like a lot of fun and today Steve tells his story, shares his songwriting process and plays a song just for the Vinyl Guide audience. Plus a record nerd news update, all in today's episode!
Read MoreEp064: Angelo Moore of Fishbone
Yes! Angelo Moore of Fishbone joins us to discuss his career, his records, their live show, his industry peers, his positive outlook, optimism and side projects including Brand New Step, Project N-fidelikah and more. It's a very honest interview from a guy who's seen it all and influenced many of the greats in your record collection. Listen in and enjoy!
Read MoreEp063: The Beatles Records on Vee Jay with Bruce Spizer
In 1963 The Beatles were unknown in the USA and couldn't secure a record deal until Vee-Jay Records, a nearly broke Chicago-based rhythm & blues label, agreed to take them on. The next two years was an adventure in legal backflips from various record labels who were clamouring to hold onto the world's most popular band.
Read MoreEp062: Vinny Appice of Black Sabbath, Dio, The Last in Line & More
Guess who's on the show today? It's Vinny Appice, the heavy metal drumming legend who's played with everyone from Black Sabbath to to Rick Derringer to Dio to John Lennon. Today he shares his history, how he got his start, how he came to share the stage with John Lennon while still in high school, the call to join Black Sabbath, the evolution to Dio, Heaven & Hell, The Last in Line and all things in between. Plus we review some of his vinyl record history and call out some collectibles you may want to keep an eye out for.
Read MoreEp061: George Clinton of Parliament, Funkadelic and More
George Clinton, architect of the P-Funk sound and the most sampled man on planet Earth, joins us today to discuss his career, his music, his legal battles, his recognition from the Smithsonian Institution, his vinyl records and yes....even his diapers. It's an episode filled with funk, plus a tutorial on some rare George Clinton records you want to keep an eye out for.
Read MoreEp060: Ben Blackwell of Third Man Records, 2016 Recap & Special Guest
Ben Blackwell is a chief at Third Man Records, Cass Records, Official Archivist of The White Stripes, drummer of the awesome band 'The Dirtbombs' and still finds time to be obsessive about his record collection. Today he shares the details on his approach to vinyl and some behind the scenes info from the most interesting record company in the world, including how the Jack White 'Lazaretto' Ultra LP came to be. Plus we recap 2016 and I have a special interview with someone who is a big fan of mine, and me of them.
Read MoreEp059: Blues Legend Charlie Musselwhite

This week we're honored to have Blues Legend Charlie Musselwhite, a man who has played with many of the great blues musicians in history. Charlie shares his history, his stories growing up in Memphis alongside Elvis & Johnny Cash, to moving to Chicago and playing in all the joints on the South-side with countless blues musicians.
Read MoreEp058: John Lennon News Reports Dec 8, 1980

Recently discovered tapes showcase news reports from the first hour of John Lennon's death, December 8, 1980.
Read MoreEp057: The Story of John Lennon's Butcher Cover w Dave Morrell

Dave Morrell has a fascinating tale about meeting John Lennon, trading records with him and taking custody of Lennon's very own Beatles 'Butcher-Cover'. Clearly the best record collecting story ever. PLUS we have a special episode coming up featuring new recordings from the night of Lennon's death, listen for more details.
Read MoreEp056: My Damage by Keith Morris (Black Flag, Circle Jerks, OFF!)

We don't throw the term "legend" around too much but today is very appropriate; Keith Morris, founder & former lead singer of Black Flag, Circle Jerks and OFF! joins us to talk about his career, his music, his life, his unique perspective and of course his record collection. We go deep on this one and share information on Keith's new autobiography "My Damage", a fascinating read through his life and the early days of punk rock. Plus a short record-nerd tutorial on Black Flag and SST's 1st record "Nervous Breakdown"; early pressings fetch several hundred dollars, today we share what you need to know to spot one.
Read MoreEp055: Chris Robinson & Record Store Day Black Friday

This week, we have Chris Robinson formerly of The Black Crowes and now with the Chris Robinson Brotherhood and we're talking about his history, his music and of course his massive record collection. Chris is quite the vinyl collector and can't seem to stay out of record stores while on tour. Check out the new LP "If You Lived Here, You Would Be Home By Now" available now, as well as the tour dates for the Chris Robinson Brotherhood. And this week we also plunder through the new Record Store Day 'Black Friday' release list. Lots of stuff there, mark your calendars for Friday November 25!
Read MoreEp054: Red Fang's Bryan Giles & LA Record Roadtrip Recap

Red Fang is a metal band, very heavy, catchy and never-compromising. Bryan Giles joins us to talk about the band history, their approach to making music, their new album 'Only Ghosts', their upcoming tour and of course, vinyl vinyl vinyl. Plus we just got back from Southern California with a few suitcases full of rekkids!
Read MoreEp053: Holiday Gift Guide for Vinyl Collectors & Frank Sinatra Acetates

This week we discuss some great options for vinyl record enthusiasts on your gift list; rather than buying them another record which they may or may not enjoy, how about getting them an accessory that will go well with their hobby? We discuss a few options plus we talk to a record collector who recently ran across some rare Frank Sinatra acetates that once belong to Ava Gardner. A great story on finding a piece of music history that can be yours for the right price!
Read MoreEp052: Mike Doughty: The Heart Watches While the Brain Burns

Mike Doughty is one of my favourite artists; beautiful songs, striking lyrics, melodies that stick in the head for days and he's prolific, so there's more of him to enjoy. Today he stops by The Vinyl Guide and discusses his craft as well as his new LP "The Heart Watches While the Brain Burns" available now. Plus we feature a special track for listeners of The Vinyl Guide!
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