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The Vinyl Guide - Artist Interviews for Record Collectors and Music Nerds

The Vinyl Guide
Vinyl Records
Punk Rock
Australia
Record Store Day
Record Collecting
Music Production
Music Industry
Vinyl Collecting
Melvins
Punk Music
Punk Rock Museum
Black Flag
Nofx
Steve Albini
Nirvana
Jimi Hendrix
SSD
They Might Be Giants
Free Lsd
Miles Davis

Nate is a record collector, music lover and vinyl maniac. Join him on his journey to discuss, share and review all things related to vinyl records. We feature stories about and interviews with musicians, artists and people of knowledge in the area of vinyl records. Additionally we share information on desirable pressings of records, how to tell a $5 pressing from a $500 pressing and care and maint... more

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Black Flag vocalist Max Zanelly shares how she went from waitressing to fronting one of punk's most legendary bands and how the new lineup is carving their own space in legacy of the band.

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Max Zanelly
Vocalist of Black Flag
Black Flag
Episode: Ep550: Black Flag Vocalist Max Zanelly
Dave Markey
Filmmaker, documentarian, and guitarist in the scene
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Episode: Ep549: Dave Markey & The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell
Paul Leary
Guitarist of Butthole Surfers
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Episode: Ep548: After the Astronaut - Butthole Surfers' Lost Album w Paul Leary & King Coffey
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Drummer of Butthole Surfers
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Episode: Ep548: After the Astronaut - Butthole Surfers' Lost Album w Paul Leary & King Coffey
Greg Ginn
Founder of Black Flag and SST Records
Black Flag / SST Records
Episode: Ep547: Greg Ginn - Black Flag, SST Records
Tom Grover Biery
Vinyl industry veteran and founder of Slow Down Sounds, former Warner Bros. executive
Warner Bros. Records; Slow Down Sounds
Episode: Ep546: One-Step Audiophile Vinyl w Tom Grover Biery
Zev Feldman
Jazz detective and archive curator for Resonance/Elemental
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Episode: Ep545: Zev Feldman Returns for Record Store Day 2026
Zakk Wylde
Guitarist, Black Label Society
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Episode: Ep544: Zakk Wylde - Ozzy's Final Chapter, Pantera's Future, and Black Label Society
Rikk Agnew
Christian Death alumnus
Christian Death
Episode: Ep543: Remembering Rozz Williams & Christian Death

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Nate Goyer
Host of The Vinyl Guide; interviewer focused on vinyl culture, interviews with musicians, label heads, and archival stories within the vinyl ecosystem.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • One of the Best Rock Podcasts

    Been a listener for about 3 years now.

    Nate always had great guests and his interest/fandom comes from a real place

    Thanks Nate!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Modern_kicks__
    Canada4 months ago
  • He knows his stuff

    Great interviews, eschewing the normal tired questions. Good range of interviewees too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ian from øhrwürm band
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Nerd me, you nerd!

    Every episode is great. This dude asks what you would ask, if you are like this guy, or like me, a cool dude! Guests are a dream come true. The dive he takes is as real as the touch of vinyl.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunengr
    Spain7 months ago
  • Dabble On

    Heard you on the WATP voicemail. Love your podcast and the Dabbleverse. And now there’s another layer to hearing your shows. It was a BBQ restaurant.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alabamudclay
    United States7 months ago
  • Awesome show!

    Love this podcast and Nate sounds super sexy

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heyebatsjs
    United States8 months ago

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Audiences value the insider-access anecdotes and archival context that enrich the stories.
Fans appreciate the authentic passion for vinyl and the avoidance of generic interview questions.
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Ep549: Dave Markey & The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell
Q: What do you think Bill would think of the film?
Dave suggests Bill would both love and hate the attention—appreciating that people are talking about him and that the film preserves his legacy, while resenting the revealing aspects of his tricks and disguises.
Ep549: Dave Markey & The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell
Q: So how would you describe Bill?
Dave portrays Bill as a complex, multi-layered individual who wore many personas and had a talent for ingratiating himself with people across the music world, often provoking with sharp, pointed commentary.
Ep549: Dave Markey & The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell
Q: Do you know much about the show, Dave?
Dave describes the interview as a deep dive into Bill Bartell's life and legacy, emphasizing the film's aim to introduce Bartell's multi-faceted persona to listeners who may not know him.
Ep550: Black Flag Vocalist Max Zanelly
Q: How did you handle the jump from waitressing to fronting such a historic band, and how did you prepare vocally?
She describes initial nerves about screaming into a mic, then a month of intensive rehearsals that built confidence, with rest between shows helping maintain vocal health on a demanding touring schedule.
Ep550: Black Flag Vocalist Max Zanelly
Q: Tell me a little bit about your origin story, how you joined Black Flag, and what you did beforehand.
Max explains that her prior involvement with music was minimal—mostly school bands—and that a backstage encounter watching the old lineup sparked her interest, leading Greg Ginn to reach out after a show and eventually invite her to join, supported by sending audition material from Texas.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Vinyl Guide

What is The Vinyl Guide about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show built around deep-dive conversations with musicians, producers, archivists, and industry insiders who live and breathe vinyl culture. Episodes commonly explore iconic bands, production stories, archival releases, and the tactile world of records—from one-step audiophile pressings to legendary catalog reissues—along with practical insights for collectors. A standout is its consistent focus on the physical medium, DIY labels, and the storytelling power of archival material, which makes it a compelling listen for vinyl enthusiasts, gear nerds, and music historians alike. Potential listeners can expect candid anecdotes, niche expertise, and a strong sense of community within the vinyl world, often tied to specific eras, labels, and press... more

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1. Max Zanelly
2. Dave Markey
3. Paul Leary
4. King Coffey
5. Greg Ginn
6. Tom Grover Biery
7. Zev Feldman
8. Zakk Wylde

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