Vinyl Community Podcasts | vinylcommunitypodcasts

Putting the COMMUNITY Back in the Vinyl Community

Listen to vinyl? So do we (a lot). We are members of the Vinyl Community ("VC") and we share our love of analog on YouTube, Instagram, and places in between. This consortium of content creators is pleased to offer this podcast channel as a gateway to take these conversations - wherever they may go - on the go, to listen on your favorite podcast platform. If you love music + record talk, you are in the right place. Dust off that turntable, cue the lever, and listen to a litany of podcast contributors now!

Episodes

9 hours ago

Pour One, Play One: The Beer & Vinyl Sessions

9 hours ago

Another Vinyl Community Podcasts first! Host Alex from Columbus (aka Beer & Vinyl) hosts a new monthly show discussing two of his favorite things: beer and...(wait for it....) vinyl. Joining him on this premiere episode are his co-hosts Americana Sam and Jason Arsenault. The theme of each show will have the boys share a distinct beverage selection along with an accompanying album, and why they chose them.

Questions not answered during this show -

- What is the show's actual name?

- Why is "Over The Top" Jason's favorite movie?

- Over under on minutes between laughs?

We hope you enjoy this initial offering and future episodes, ONLY on Vinyl Community Podcasts!

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For more on Alex from Columbus (Beer & Vinyl):

https://www.youtube.com/@beerandvinyl

For more information on Americana Sam:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Americanasam1994

IG: @americanasam94

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

3 days ago

Surface Noise | Bonus Trax: Greatest Concert Films of ALL TIME? Justice for Billy Joel

3 days ago

From near mutiny, to unsettled opinions: this helping of BONUS TRAX following SURFACE NOISE centers on a spirited debate of the greatest concert films of all time. From "Stop Making Sense" to "Woodstock", our panel of music fans attempt to properly rank the most important and entertaining concerts put to film. From legendary performances to iconic live recordings, we break down which concert films truly belong on the Mount Rushmore of music cinema. Sure to agitate, possibly motivate (to watch them), listen and discover if we did these rankings justice!

To close the proceedings, a discussion centered around a recent New York Times piece about the "30 Greatest Living American Songwriters" and their snub of the pride of Long Island, William Joel. Basically a disgrace, if you ask a few of the panelists. Perhaps you agree?

BONUS TRAX, for the win!

Info on the NY Times article:

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/magazine/greatest-american-songwriters-alive.html

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For more on host Concert Buddie:

https://www.youtube.com/@ConcertBuddie

https://concertbuddie.com

IG: @concertbuddie

For more on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

https://www.youtube.com/@fidelios_frequency

IG: @fidelios_frequency

For more on Chris (Groove Seeker):

https://www.youtube.com/@Groove_Seeker

IG: @thegrooveseeker

For more on the immortal Jose Moreno Rahn (aka John Bong):

https://www.youtube.com/@josemorenorahn

https://auroracentralrecords.bandcamp.com

For more on Jason Roxas:

https://www.youtube.com/@JasonRoxas

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

Don't forget to visit FOTS (friends of the show) Vinyl Storage Solutions for the BEST sleeves to protect your best records (and your worst).

Save 10% using the code(s) below:

VCP10

7 days ago

Surface Noise | Is the "Middle Class" of Vinyl Record Collecting Shrinking?

7 days ago

What’s really happening in the world of vinyl collecting right now—and where is it all headed? I

On this episode of SURFACE NOISE, we kick things off with our weekly vinyl record collecting current events segment, breaking down the latest trends, news, and conversations shaping the hobby. From market shifts to collector behavior, we’re covering what matters most to today’s vinyl community.

Then we tackle a topic that doesn’t get discussed enough in today’s hobby: the disappearing "middle class" of record collecting. With so much attention focused on ultra-expensive grails, rare pressings, and social media “big score” culture—and on the opposite end, cheap heat and dollar-bin finds—what happened to the collectors in the middle? The ones with budget/fiscal discipline, simply upgrading pieces they already have, or just looking for the best sounding version of their favorite albums - for them?

Expect real talk, strong opinions, and insights from passionate collectors who live and breathe vinyl records.

This

SURFACE NOISE

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For more on host Concert Buddie:

https://www.youtube.com/@ConcertBuddie

https://concertbuddie.com

IG: @concertbuddie

For more on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

https://www.youtube.com/@fidelios_frequency

IG: @fidelios_frequency

For more on Chris (Groove Seeker):

https://www.youtube.com/@Groove_Seeker

IG: @thegrooveseeker

For more on the immortal Jose Moreno Rahn (aka John Bong):

https://www.youtube.com/@josemorenorahn

https://auroracentralrecords.bandcamp.com

For more on Jason Roxas:

https://www.youtube.com/@JasonRoxas

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

Don't forget to visit FOTS (friends of the show) Vinyl Storage Solutions for the BEST sleeves to protect your best records (and your worst).

Save 10% using the code(s) below:

VCP10

7 days ago

Chasing Better Sound | From Axpona & Beyond!

7 days ago

A few weeks removed from roaming the halls of listening rooms of AXPONA, David Bianco of Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion and Louie V from Vinyl Latte return with the newest installment of CHASING BETTER SOUND sharing their thoughts covering the systems, surprises, and sonic moments that truly stood out. This isn’t just a surface-level “best of” recap — it’s an honest conversation shaped by focused listening sessions, real-world impressions, and the ongoing pursuit of better sound.

The guys dive into which rooms delivered the most engaging experiences, what gear actually lived up to the hype, and which highly anticipated systems failed to connect once the music started playing. Along the way, the discussion explores emerging trends across the high-end audio world, including the continued strength of vinyl playback, the rise of hybrid analog/digital systems, and how setup, room acoustics, and system synergy often matter more than raw price tags.

From standout surprises to some questions from the live chat, this episode captures the energy, debate, and passion that make AXPONA one of the premier gatherings for music lovers and audio enthusiasts alike.

CHASING BETTER SOUND never stops. It only amplifies 🔈🔈🔈

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For more on David Bianco (Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion):

https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion

IG: @audio_excursion

For more on Louie V. (Vinyl Latte):

https://www.youtube.com/@VinylLatte

IG: @vinyllattecafe

shop: vinyl-latte-shop.fourthwall.com

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

Wednesday May 06, 2026

Beer & Vinyl | From Crates to Community: Thomas Stanley on Building Stanley's Records & Powering Columbus Record Fairs

Wednesday May 06, 2026

On tap for this episode of Vinyl Community Podcasts, Beer & Vinyl host Alex (from Columbus) sits down with local record store owner Thomas Stanley of Stanley's Records for a conversation rooted in passion, purpose, and community.

Thomas shares his journey into vinyl—how a deep love for records turned into opening his own shop—and what it really takes to build a record store in today’s evolving collecting landscape. Beyond the store, Thomas has become a driving force in the Columbus vinyl scene, leading the charge in organizing record fairs that bring collectors, diggers, and music fans together under one roof.

They also preview the upcoming May 16th record show at Ohio Brewing Company in Columbus, breaking down what attendees can expect (free parking, free admission, two rooms full of LP's, 45's, CD's, etc.), why these events matter more than ever, and how these shows continue to grow the local vinyl community in positive ways.

If you are a seasoned collector or just getting started, this episode is a great look at the people putting in the work to keep vinyl culture thriving at the local level.

🍺 Drop the needle, grab a frosty one, and tap into the Columbus, Ohio record scene!

For more on Thomas Stanley from Stanley's Records:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/stanleysrecords

E: stanleyrecords@gmail.com

For more on the Ohio Brewing Company, host to the May 16th Record Show:

https://ohiobrewingcolumbus.com

For more on host Alex (Beer & Vinyl):

https://www.youtube.com/@beerandvinyl

https://beerandvinyl.com

For more on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

Monday May 04, 2026

Surface Noise | Bonus Trax: How Do You Prefer to Track Down Big Ticket Records?

Monday May 04, 2026

One hour cannot contain the unbridled enthusiasm for record collecting that is SURFACE NOISE. Here with another helping of BONUS TRAX, we get off on unusual footing with some shade sent the way of the young pop star Lorde. 👑

After most of the panel comes to their senses, the dais discusses what they find to be the best way to track down their grail records these days. Is it better to lean more towards saving up for rare finds at record fairs? Keep a closer mind to online listings on Discogs or eBay? Or by leaning more on the eyes, locations, and travels of other collector friends?

Before the lights go out we discover a new record has been set courtesy of Bong. John Bong. Long time listeners will know what to expect. For the rest of you...consider this parental discretion now advised.

Only on these BONUS TRAX. Don't say we didn't warn you. ⚠️

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For more on host Concert Buddie:

https://www.youtube.com/@ConcertBuddie

https://concertbuddie.com

IG: @concertbuddie

For more on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

https://www.youtube.com/@fidelios_frequency

IG: @fidelios_frequency

For more on Chris (Groove Seeker):

https://www.youtube.com/@Groove_Seeker

IG: @thegrooveseeker

For more on the immortal Jose Moreno Rahn (aka John Bong):

https://www.youtube.com/@josemorenorahn

https://auroracentralrecords.bandcamp.com

For more on Jason Roxas:

https://www.youtube.com/@JasonRoxas

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

Don't forget to visit FOTS (friends of the show) Vinyl Storage Solutions for the BEST sleeves to protect your best records (and your worst).

Save 10% using the code(s) below:

VCP10

Thursday Apr 30, 2026

Surface Noise | Has the Collector Mindset Changed Vinyl Record Collecting For The Better?

Thursday Apr 30, 2026

The conversation keeps spinning on SURFACE NOISE —the show of record, talking records. In this episode, the panel kicks things off with the latest current events in vinyl collecting, breaking down what’s happening across the hobby right now—from record store chatter to the latest releases and headlines shaping collectors’ conversations:

- A new ERC release of a reissue staple?

- Miles Davis returns in Salina, Kansas?

- And another musician has left this celestial plane (but had some baggage while they were amongst the living).

From there, we dig into a topic that might be too 🔥 to handle: has the “collector mindset” actually changed vinyl record collecting for the better? The panel explores how chasing variants, limited pressings, and high-dollar grails has reshaped the hobby—impacting everything from pricing to the way people discover and connect with music. Are we better record collectors for it? Has the over-saturation of information made this all less attractive? Answers will vary...

Whether you’re crate-digging every weekend or just getting started, this is vinyl talk you can take on-the-go, when you go, wherever you go. 🎧 This....is SURFACE NOISE

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For more on host Concert Buddie:

https://www.youtube.com/@ConcertBuddie

https://concertbuddie.com

IG: @concertbuddie

For more on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

https://www.youtube.com/@fidelios_frequency

IG: @fidelios_frequency

For more on Chris (Groove Seeker):

https://www.youtube.com/@Groove_Seeker

IG: @thegrooveseeker

For more on the immortal Jose Moreno Rahn (aka John Bong):

https://www.youtube.com/@josemorenorahn

https://auroracentralrecords.bandcamp.com

For more on Jason Roxas:

https://www.youtube.com/@JasonRoxas

For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts:

https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com

Don't forget to visit FOTS (friends of the show) Vinyl Storage Solutions for the BEST sleeves to protect your best records (and your worst).

Save 10% using the code(s) below:

VCP10

Monday Apr 27, 2026

Surface Noise | Bonus Trax: The Return of Overrated, Underrated, and Properly Rated

Monday Apr 27, 2026

After the mics cool down on SURFACE NOISE, the conversation keeps spinning on BONUS TRAX —and this time, it’s all about perspective. In this laid-back, off-the-cuff episode, the panel dives into a spirited round of Overrated, Underrated, or Properly Rated, taking a closer look at the careers of some of music’s most talked-about figures.

From legendary icons to polarizing hitmakers, we break down where these artists truly stand today—cutting through nostalgia, hype, and revisionist history to ask: are they getting too much credit, not enough, or just the right amount? Along the way, expect plenty of laughs, sharp takes, and a few surprising opinions that might challenge your own rankings.

It’s a fun, unfiltered extension of the SURFACE NOISE conversation—perfect for vinyl record collectors, music fans, and anyone who loves debating the legacy of the artists who shaped the soundtrack of our lives.

🎧 Drop the needle and join the debate!

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For more on our special guest Melinda Murphy:

https://www.youtube.com/@MelindaMurphy

For more on host Concert Buddie:

https://www.youtube.com/@ConcertBuddie

https://concertbuddie.com

IG: @concertbuddie

For more on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):

https://www.youtube.com/@fidelios_frequency

IG: @fidelios_frequency

For more on Chris (Groove Seeker):