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

The Vinyl Guide
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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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Documentary producer & record collector Jeanne Elfant Festa has made films about The Beatles, Foo Fighters, Pavarotti, Bee Gees and more. Today she discusses her latest movie on Billy Preston — revealing rare archive footage, Olivia Harrison's key ro... more

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TV Smith joins Nate to discuss the 50th anniversary of The Adverts, an Australian tour backed by The Hard-Ons, and a career full of great songs and terrible label luck.

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• TV Smith is touring Australia in April with The Hard-Ons. more

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Swami John Reis of Rocket from the Crypt and Drive Like Jehu digs deep on record collecting, the thrill of the hunt, running Swami Records, and why the next release always matters most.

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Dr. Strange Records' Bill Plaster talks Summer Bash and the chaos of booking a festival, punk history, record collecting, Live Strange, and how punk rock can genuinely change lives.

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Recent Guests

Jeanne Elfant Festa
Producer of music documentaries including Foo Fighters Back and Forth, Pavarotti, Bee Gees documentary, Billy Preston project
Episode: Ep542: Music Documentary Producer Jeanne Elfant Festa
TV Smith
Frontman of The Adverts and solo artist
Episode: Ep541: TV Smith - 50 Years of The Adverts
Swami John Reis
Record collector, musician, and owner of Swami Records
Swami Records
Episode: Ep540: Swami John Reis - Record Collector
Bill Plaster
Owner/brainchild of Dr. Strange Records; organizer of Summer Bash
Dr. Strange Records
Episode: Ep539: Dr Strange Records' Summer Bash Festival
John Flansburgh
Musician, They Might Be Giants
They Might Be Giants
Episode: Ep538: John Flansburgh of They Might Be Giants Returns!
Joe Vaultmeister Travers
Friend of the show, Zappa vault custodian
Zappa Vault
Episode: Ep537: Bongo Fury at 50 – Zappa, Beefheart and the Vaultmeister
Danny Goldberg
Music business veteran and author, former publicist for Led Zeppelin and manager for Nirvana and Sonic Youth
Episode: Ep536: Danny Goldberg - Bumping Into Geniuses (Led Zeppelin, Nirvana, & more)
Chuck Negron
Former lead vocalist of Three Dog Night and author
Three Dog Night
Episode: Chuck Negron (1942-2026) - The Vinyl Guide interview
Steve Jordan
Legendary drummer and producer, known for his work with the Blues Brothers and The Rolling Stones.
Chess Records
Episode: Ep534: Celebrating Chess Records with Steve Jordan

Host

Nate Goyer
Host and passionate vinyl collector, dedicated to exploring all things related to vinyl records through engaging interviews with artists and industry professionals.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 992 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__
    Canada2 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 Kingdom3 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
    Spain5 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 States5 months ago
  • Awesome show!

    Love this podcast and Nate sounds super sexy

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heyebatsjs
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners praise the engaging and insightful interviews with various music figures, particularly appreciating Nate's laid-back style and thoughtful questions.
Many find the content educational, stating that they learn something new about vinyl records or music history with each episode.
Audience members express a strong connection to the host, noting his passion for vinyl and music culture, which resonates well with fans.
A few comments highlight occasional audio quality issues, suggesting that this could be improved for an even better listening experience.
The podcast is often recommended for vinyl enthusiasts and music nerds for its emphasis on personal stories and behind-the-scenes insights from the music industry.

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Ep540: Swami John Reis - Record Collector
Q: Which record shops or cities have had the strongest impact on your collecting and labeling work?
He highlights Detroit and Pittsburgh as prime sources for finds and explains how regional scenes influence his label and the music he releases, with Los Angeles and San Diego also playing roles in his early development.
Ep540: Swami John Reis - Record Collector
Q: How do you approach the challenges of pressing plants and production lead times?
He explains affordability and quality as primary concerns, notes how customs and dock delays can derail release timelines, and emphasizes the importance of relationships with smaller pressing plants to stay afloat.
Ep540: Swami John Reis - Record Collector
Q: What are your record collecting habits like these days?
John talks about selling some of his older, more valuable 45s to finance new, personally meaningful acquisitions, while still actively digging for fresh material and enjoying the hunt as a core part of collecting.
Ep542: Music Documentary Producer Jeanne Elfant Festa
Q: How do you choose the subjects for your documentaries, and what drives the arc of a film?
Jeanne explains that subject selection is about being in the right place at the right time, following organic storytelling opportunities, and assembling a team to shape the narrative rather than relying solely on a predefined script.
Ep537: Bongo Fury at 50 – Zappa, Beefheart and the Vaultmeister
Q: How well did Frank keep notes and documentation for the tapes, and how challenging is it to piece together itineraries from the vault?
It was a mixed bag; there were tour itineraries that help locate recordings, but production notes were sparse on tape boxes, so much of the archival work relies on memory, cross-referencing, and the careful transfer of materials to recreate the original context.

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This podcast is dedicated to the passionate community of vinyl enthusiasts, featuring insightful interviews with musicians, artists, and experts in the realm of record collecting. Episodes explore a wide range of topics, from personal stories and experiences of notable guests in the music industry to practical advice on vinyl care and maintenance. The discussions often highlight the evolution of music formats, with a strong emphasis on the growing resurgence of vinyl culture, making it a go-to resource for both seasoned collectors and newcomers alike.

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1. Jeanne Elfant Festa
2. TV Smith
3. Swami John Reis
4. Bill Plaster
5. John Flansburgh
6. Joe Vaultmeister Travers
7. Danny Goldberg
8. Chuck Negron

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