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John and Jason are vinyl collectors, crate diggers, and music lovers. Each episode they share stories of vinyl discoveries, pressing details and record lore. Featuring guests who share their musical passion and beyond. It's a vinyl gold rush - stake your claim!

John Wheeler & Jason Rich


    • May 27, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Vinyl Ventures #85 - No Skips!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 63:08


    Howdy vinyl crew! You're gonna want to listen to this front to back because we're talking about NO SKIPS! We don't want to skip a single song off these albums, and neither should you!FanSite(Community, Merch, and more)https://vinylventurespod-shop.fourthwall.comListen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #84 - 1 Killer the rest Filler

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 49:14


    Take it or leave it! This week we're talking about albums with 1 reeeaalllllly good song, and the rest are... well, kind of filler. But you listen because of that one song!FanSite(Community, Merch, and more)https://vinylventurespod-shop.fourthwall.comListen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #83 - SCHIZOPHONIA with Michael Young

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 93:16


    We have an exciting episode this week, with our first guest in a long time! We're bringing back Track Dude Michael Young! Get ready because as the title implies, the discussing goes all over the place.Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #82 - Controversial Bands

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 94:01


    Watch out Vinyl crew, this week we're talking about controversy! These are bands that for better or worse attracted a lot of negative attention. So come along with us and settle in for a long one!CHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH STORE!Everything you purchase in this store helps us to bring more content.Vinyl-ventures-pod-gear.printify.meListen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #81 - Albums from 1981

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 99:52


    Hello vinyl gang, this time we're talking about our favorite records from 1981. As we continue into the 80's we see some emerging classics as well as some continued greatness from the bands we loved in the 70's. Take a look! CHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH STORE!Everything you purchase in this store helps us to bring more content.Vinyl-ventures-pod-gear.printify.meListen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #80 - Remakes!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 93:39


    You might have heard this one before, but we do it a little different. Join us as we talk about the finest remakes out there in the vinyl world!CHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH STORE!Everything you purchase in this store helps us to bring more content.Vinyl-ventures-pod-gear.printify.meListen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #79 - Unique New York

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 90:13


    We have a feeling Frank Sinatra would love this show, and we guarantee that you will. Check this one out vinyl friends, anything and everything to do with Unique New York!CHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH STORE!!!everything you purchase in thr store helps us to bring more content.Vinyl-ventures-pod-gear.printify.meListen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #78 - The Year 1975

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 93:19


    Sorry Matty Healy fans, Wheels got confused. We'll be talking about the YEAR 1975 and all the good music that came out then. Join us!CHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH STORE!!!everything you purchase in thr store helps us to bring more content.Vinyl-ventures-pod-gear.printify.meListen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #77 - Winter Wonderland!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 93:07


    Well Vinyl Listeners, it's been a year already! Come along with Jay and John to talk about some albums that remind us of Winter!Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #76 - Only 90's Kids Remember

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 88:29


    What's up Vinyl Nation, this week we have a show on the 90's! It wasn't all Nirvana and Grunge (although there was a lot of that too). Let's dive in together and see what the 90's have in store!Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #75 - Producers We Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 82:01


    Happy 75th! This marks our 75th episode here at Vinyl Ventures and we wanted to celebrate by talking about some underdogs! Producers don't always get the credit they deserve, so we wanted to give them a chance to shine. Comment below if we forgot anyone!Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #74 - Spook-tacular!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 63:06


    Did we scare you? This episode, John and Jay talk about some spooooky albums with downright TERRIFYING lyrics, covers, and much much more! Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #73 - Bands of Brothers (& Sisters)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 84:07


    Most of us can relate to what it's like having a sibling. Now imagine you have to work with them to create music. Well, these bands don't need to imagine because they did it. For better or for worse.Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #72 - Who's Hungry?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 93:23


    Do I smell eggs and bacon? Or maybe it's a nice cheese burger? No wait -- it's Vinyl Ventures! Here with another episode, this one's tasty, give it a listen. And maybe grab a snack or 2Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #71 - Underrated Favorites

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 89:47


    Overrated is overrated, let's take a look at the other side of things. We think these records need more play time, and you might think so too. Or you might not! Let us know your underrated favorites in the comments.Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #70 - 1984

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 89:47


    Ghostbusters, MTV, Tetris, Space Shuttles and a famale Vice Presidential Candidate...1984 had it all!  And 84 was no slouch when it came to great music either!  Hop into the musical time machine as Jay and Wheels revisit a few of the albums that this amazing year served up.  Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Google -https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARADFollow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #69 - Parental Advisory

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 79:33


    Listen up Vinyl Peeps, this is the episode, you know the one. That's right, you're gonna want some headphones, don't let your momma catch you listening to this oneListen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Google -https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARADFollow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #68 - Road Trippin' Tunes - Music about Cars, Driving, and The Road

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 84:27


    Vinyl crew,  roll down those windows, fill up that gas tank, and enjoy this Vinyl Ventures episode as John and Jay discuss music about the road, driving cars, and everything in between!Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Google -https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARADFollow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #67 - Yo Momma! - Mother's Day Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 72:47


    To all you moms out there, this one's for you. (And everyone else, because if we had to harbor a guess, you have a Mom too)! Listen along as John and Jay discuss records about Mom, Mother, Momma, Mamma, Mommie, etc.   It's the Mother of All Shows!  Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Google -https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARADFollow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/

    Vinyl Ventures #66 - Covers!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 98:25


    Don't cover your ears, this week is about Covers! Listen to John and Jay talk about what they think are the best covers and why. Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -   / @vinylventures5943  YouTube Music -   • Vinyl Ventures  Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Google -https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...Follow us! Instagram   / vinylventures_podcast  Facebook   / vinylventurespodcast 

    Vinyl Ventures #65 - Gone Too Soon

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 98:40


    Many of the best and biggest names in music left us too soon.  This trip around the turntable, the Vinyl Ventures crew looks back on some of our favorite music from those artists who left us too soon.   There are more than just the members of the 27 Club here.  The list of Rock Stars and amazing musicians who died too soon is so much longer than we have time for in one show.  While these musicians left us early, they left an indelible mark on our music-loving hearts and live on forever in those records we love to play.  Rest In Power!Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Google -https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARADFollow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #64 - The Rolling Stones Albums Ranked!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 79:33


    No way are the Vinyl Ventures crew ranking every Rolling Stones album. They don't want to do a 3-hour show, so how about the top ten. The greatest band in the world are still putting out records in 2024, so there is a lot to choose from in their ranking albums. Narrowing the list to the top ten makes it an easier task, but ranking those 10 makes the task a bit more challenging. Faithful listeners you may not agree with the Vinyl Ventures crew, but lists are super fun.Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Google -https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARADFollow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #63 - Doubles! - Some Favorite Double Albums

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 100:49


    Hey vinyl crew, this week we take a look at some favorite double albums Jay and John have collected over the years. It could be Double Trouble or Double the Fun...Double albums became a thing in the late 60s, and since then, many pop artists have released DoubleAlbums.  They can be twice as nice or double bummers.    Let us know if any of these choices made you do a double take! (Or spit take...)Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Google -https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARADFollow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/

    Vinyl Ventures #62 - Days of the Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2024 81:59


    Days of the week is the theme for this spin on the the old Victrola. Join the Vinyl Ventures crew for songs in the key of a day of the week. Fun discoveries abound. Some days are more popular for artists and bands to sing about than others. Some days don't get much love, hump day, Wednesday is not the most popular day to sing about. Tune in and drop out while you count down the days to the weekend.Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our YouTube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Google -https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARADFollow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

    Vinyl Ventures #61 -1974 - A Year of Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 80:18


    1974 turns 50, along with some outstanding vinyl. After Rock and Roll took over the charts 10 years earlier when the Beatles hit the US, '74 was almost like a pause year. John and Jay explore what was happening with music in 1974 . Was it just a transitional year, or was music changing tune in to find out.Listen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Google -https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARADFollow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/

    Vinyl Ventures #60 - Cities, Towns & Other Places

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 87:18


    Are you ready to take a trip? John and Jay are all set for a musical journey. Songs, artists or album titles that are cities, towns and places will be the map for this dreamy episode. So hop in the passenger seat and sit back to enjoy this journey with the guys. Check out Vinyl Ventures on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Google - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARADFollow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/

    Vinyl Ventures #59 - Jay Jay French of Twisted Sister

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 90:39


    Jay Jay French is a connoisseur of music...a lot of different music. He's been there and done that.  From forming Twisted Sister 50 years ago, to becoming a highly sought-after producer and manager, to becoming a motivational speaker...he's done all of this one way...his.  Join the guys, as Jay Jay takes them on a wild ride through all the "twists" and turns in rock-n-roll that usually throw a lot of people off.  From his being a Grateful Dead devotee to playing in clubs owned by Mafia bosses, this is a fantastic and entertaining talk.  If you want brutally honest, unfiltered  thoughts on everything from the New York Dolls to the assassination of JFK, buckle-up, and keep your arms and legs inside the car at all times! Be sure to check out his podcast -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jay-jay-french-connection-beyond-the-music/id1541924407#twistedsister #vinylcommunity Check out Vinyl Ventures on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Google - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARADFollow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/

    Vinyl Ventures #58 - The Colors of Our Collection

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 80:09


    Vinyl Ventures #57- A Trip Down Under to Australia with a real Australian

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 107:21


    Australia is a unique country and one that has produced some amazing music. On this episode we celebrate the music of the magical land. Our special guest, a real Australian - Will Foster, talks about some of his favorite bands on the "Pub Rock" scene. If you are hoping to hear us talk about Men at Work, AC DC, or the Bee Gees your hopes will be dashed. Lots of great music to be discovered on this fabulous edition of Vinyl Ventures.

    Vinyl Ventures #56 - Don't Call It A Comeback!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 85:17


    John and Jay explore the records that brought bands back into the spotlight they used to bask in. Just... don't tell LL Cool J we used THAT word in the title, John lost our thesaurus and we couldn't think of another word. Listen to our podcast on other platforms—Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel:https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARADFollow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/

    A Chat with Roger Coletti

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 74:54


    John and Jay talk with Roger Coletti, the man behind SiriusXM's all music talk channel Volume! Turns out he's a vinyl (and KISS) nerd just like the rest of us.  From his beginnings in radio, to his time at MTV Radio, to producing a new interactive music podcast, Roger regales us with some fantastic stories from his colorful past in the music biz.  Listen to our podcast on other platforms—Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel:https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARADFollow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/

    Vinyl Ventures #54 - Led Zeppelin Albums Ranked

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 80:49


    We all have favorite bands and favorite records, and those favorites can change from time to time, depending on a lot of things.  This time around the horn the guys step out on a ledge and rank the studio releases from the mighty Led Zeppelin.  With only 9 albums, one might think that this would be an easy task.  Alas, no...it is not!Favorites or not, the crew manages to put Zeppelin's oeuvre in order of preference.  Song-to-song, artwork,  and many other details come into play as the guys try to agree on an order that does justice to one of the most respected catalogs in rock n' roll history.  Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and all of our other Video Content on Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@vinylventures5943?sub_confirmation=1Hear Our Podcasts on Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Listen on Google- https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARAFollow us on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/

    Vinyl Ventures #53 - O Canada - Some of Our Favorite Canadian Artists and Bands

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2023 92:22


    "O Canada" did not become the official Canadian national anthem until 1980 with the passage of the National Anthem Act. As National anthems go, it is a beautiful song. On O Canada the Vinyl Ventures crew share some of their favorite Canadian Artists. For this show Blame Canada like the parents of a juvenile character in the 1999 animated film South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut did. The film featured a satirical song "Blame Canada", the parents, decide to blame Canada for the trouble their children are getting into since watching a Canadian-made film. The song was nominated for an Oscar, it did not win. Or even better yet Blame Vinyl Ventures!Hear our podcasts and subscribe on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/.../vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Hear our podcasts and subscribe on Google Podcasts:https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c...Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel:https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943Follow us on Instagram:https://instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

    Vinyl Ventures #52 - Nice Package!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 100:51


    We sometimes take for granted the thought, inspiration, and investment that artists and their record companies put into how albums are presented.  The guys take it for granted no longer, and share some of their favorite album packages and artwork.  The album is an art form, in and of itself.  The package finally gets it's due in this first of what will likely be many Nice Package! episodes.  Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and all of our other Video Content on Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@vinylventures5943?sub_confirmation=1Hear Our Podcasts on Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Google- https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARAFollow us on Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/

    Vinyl Ventures #51 - Essential Albums 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2023 100:15


     The Vinyl Ventures crew wraps up their Essential Album shows with the 10th installment. What started as a discussion list in the summer of 2021 has become some of the most popular shows on Vinyl Ventures. 100 albums each seems easy when you have a a few thousand in the collection. But in practice with each show it gets a little more challenging as some artists and bands get left off the list. It's a wrap on the Essential lists and this show is a great one.-Make sure to subscribe here on YouTube-- Here-Follow us on Facebook-- Here-Follow us on Instagram here-- Here

    Vinyl Ventures #50 - On The Road (Crossroads Music Show)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2023 76:58


    Crossroads Music show is the best vinyl community gathering in Indiana. The best One Day Shop in the state for vinyl records, 45s, CDs, DVDs, Cassettes, Posters, Stereo Equipment, and Music. In this special 50th episode the Vinyl Ventures crew takes the show on the road and talks with some of the colorful characters that make the Crossroads Music Show fantastic.Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943Make sure to follow us here on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast?mibextid=LQQJ4dFollow us on Instagram:https://instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

    Vinyl Ventures #49 - Greatest Greatest Hits

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 88:37


    Greatest hits albums are sometimes snubbed by the vinyl community.  And often these collections are a cash grab by record companies and artists can be left out of the decision  making in the process.   Occasionally an artist sees their sales, presence and notoriety grow from Greatest Hits releases.  It's a mixed bag across the industry for sure.  For the Vinyl Ventures crew, when to buy a Greatest Hits album versus albums in an artist's catalog comes down to how they feel about the group.  Some albums are essential, even if it is an artist that doesn't fully resonate with a listener. Picking which ones to buy Best Ofs from and and which ones to do a deep catalog dive into is in the ears of the beholder. On this episode the guys recommend some of their favorite Greatest Hits Collections.

    Vinyl Ventures #48-She Sides-Some of our Favorite Female Bands and Performers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2023 105:41


    She Sides is the long-overdue show the Vinyl Ventures crew admittedly should have already done...many episodes ago.  This time we're honoring and recognizing great female performers and bands who have made a mark on our musical tastes.  We may have left some off but we'll undoubtedly re-visit this topic and do more shows that celebrate our favorite "She Sides". It just may be one small step for women and one giant leap for womankind.Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943Make sure to follow us here on Facebookfacebook.com/vinylventurespodcastFollow us on Instagram:https://instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

    Vinyl Ventures #47-Essential Albums #9, #9, #9, #9...

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2023 100:55


    Nine is the fourth composite number, and the first composite number that is odd. 9 is the highest single-digit number in the decimal system.  By Mihăilescu's theorem, 9 is the only positive perfect power that is one more than another positive perfect power, since the square of 3 is one more than the cube of 2. The Beatles created a sound collage with Revolution 9. For the band, saying number nine in songs was an inside joke. For the Vinyl Ventures crew Essential #9 means light at the end of the essential tunnel. Tune in and drop out, you will dig it.

    Vinyl Ventures #46-A Tribute to V.D.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023 78:34


    This time around the turntable, we offer a love letter to vinyl enthusiasts. Okay...maybe not a love letter, but a celebration of love songs and/or non-love songs. This can be music that creates an ambiance, music that makes your little heart go pitter-patter, or music to express those heart-felt emotions we celebrate on the Hallmark-created Valentine's Day. The guys discuss a few records that are out of their typical wheelhouse and come up with some suggestions to celebrate the annual day of love. Happy V.D.!

    Vinyl Ventures #45-1973-DIG IT!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2023 90:36


    A 50 year anniversary for some vintage releases. Singer songwriters were starting to make big waves in music, reggae was busting onto the scene and the Beatles 3 years post breakup were still relevant. MASH was a hit show on TV and the Miami Dolphins won the Super Bowl. A new album was under $5 and most concerts were under $10 to see future legends.

    Vinyl Ventures #44 - 2022 Wrap-Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2022 75:47


    The Vinyl Ventures crew wraps up 2022 in our world. Highlighting some notable 2022 releases and paying tribute to some music greats the world lost. Live music came roaring back after the Covid years and vinyl continued its spectacular rebirth, with increased sales again. Most of all, the guys appreciate all the downloads and listens and look forward to a great 2023.

    Vinyl Ventures #43-The Beatles and the Album

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 114:30


    For over a year, the guys have wanted to sit with Keith Toombs for a Beatles-themed show.  Well, it's here!In this episode, Keith discusses the origins of the album (as opposed to singles) and just how much at the forefront of the album the Beatles were.  They broke ground in countless ways, and were one of the first bands to consider the album an art form.  If that weren't enough, they were also one of the first groups to experiment within the art form to introduce the world to the Concept Album.  The world owes a lot of the way we all think of an album to the Fab Four.  So sit back, relax, have a spot of tea and enjoy this fantastic journey through the history of the Beatles and the album.  

    Vinyl Ventures #42-Essential Albums 8: No, We Haven't Finished This Yet

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2022 96:35


    As the year winds down, the guys are walking the gravelly confines of the end of the Essential Albums road.  This time, another 20 are revealed according to our fearless Venturers.  Will the dark horses win out?  Will the hits keep on coming?  Tune in now and listen for the beginning...of the conclusion of our Essential Albums list.  Don't Cost Nuthin'.  

    Vinyl Ventures #41 - Essential Albums 7: The Episode that Loved Me

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2022 87:53


    The 7th installment of the essential album list is like a James Bond film, change the characters (albums) and keep the same story-line resulting in a brilliant production. Maybe, just maybe, the Vinyl Ventures crew is creating a comparison that is a bit outlandish. But, on the essential show the boys break out some surprises to keep the list  interesting. 

    Vinyl Ventures #40-New Sh!t!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 80:51


    The Urban Dictionary says - New Sh!t is a phrase that indicates a person has made some sort of significant change or has obtained something new. This could be anything from a relationship status change to obtaining something new/fresh or even suddenly bringing in a lot of money. It could pretty much be used to reference the recent purchase of fresh new anything such as weed or drugs. Or even a new job. Well, none of this sh!t applies, the VV guys are talking about releases from the last 20 years...that is the best a couple of old guys can do. Enjoy the show.

    Vinyl Ventures #39-Vinyl Ventures ALIVE! - Some of our Favorite Live Albums

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2022 118:35


    How is it not possible in doing 39 shows that the Vinyl Ventures crew had not done a live vinyl show is a crime. We are not sending the guys to jail, well at least not yet, but we are rectifying the crime. Thanks to a suggestion from a listener in Montreal, Canada , Kevin Groulx for the suggestion. “Live music is the most primal form of energy release you can share with other people besides having sex or taking drugs.” ~ Kurt Cobain

    Vinyl Ventures #38 - Essential Albums 6: Revenge of the Sixth

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 97:24


    At the beginning of this 100 Essential Album shows John and Jason thought - "No problem, we have thousands to choose from, this will be easy". While it is not hard picking an album, it gets tougher picking the right album that the guys deem essential. Along the way discovering hidden gems in their collections or picking up that missing wax, this journey has been a treat. Thanks for joining the Vinyl Ventures Team for the ride.

    Vinyl Ventures #37 - 1971! And the 50th anniversary of some monumental albums.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2022 87:33


    1971, somehow Vinyl Ventures overlooked an incredible year for new releases from some Monsters of rock. Pink Floyd, The Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin to name a few. Never forget 1971 it was a wonderful year for music and classic vinyl.

    Vinyl Ventures #36 - Essential Albums 5: The Fifth Element

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 89:05


    Essential Albums 5: The Fifth Element. In the twenty-first century, the universe is threatened by evil. The only hope for mankind is the Fifth Element-Vinyl Ventures' 5th installment of their essential albums list. The guys have embarked on a seemingly impossible journey to list 100 essential albums each.  With the fate of mankind hanging in the balance, the journey is only half complete. Music is the only hope and every listener strengthens the cause.  Vinyl Venturers...UNITE!

    Vinyl Ventures #35 - The Underdogs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2022 80:45


    Speed of lightning, roar of thunder, fighting all who rob or plunder...Underdog, Underdog, Underdog. No, Vinyl Ventures is not doing a cartoon episode.  The guys are talking about records that may not fit into other shows and records the guys don't get a chance to talk about often...the Underdog records.(And, lest we forget Mr. Russell, Jay scratched the hell out of his Mom's Beatles records).  

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