What is an essential album? How many albums are essential? Some may argue every album you own is essential, while others will say no that list can only be 20 essential albums. John and Jay begin this list with 10 essential albums each. Every definition of essential is different and for each collector the list will be different. Vinyl Ventures loves lists and this kicks off what we hope will be a great discussion and an on-going series.
Aug 25, 2021•1 hr 44 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Karma records, store manager Doug Bauerle pulls back the curtain and talks about the business behind RSD. The conversation moves to what record collectors and watchers want to see released on RSD and possibilities for the next RSD Black Friday. In a deep thought moment the talk moves to hidden messages on album covers. Doug is our first return guest on VV (and yes, there is KISS talk). Get your groove on.
Aug 05, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Music changed Pat's life and sent him on a trajectory as working musician. He worked the music circuit to New York in the 1970s, then to Nashville then back home to Cincinnati. After over a decade in the business Pat had a decision to make…then a chance meeting and fate took over and steered him down a different path to continue making music. Along the way he never stopped loving music and buying vinyl. And best of all, he still has all of those relics today.
Jul 06, 2021•1 hr 41 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In episode #13, we covered Sophomore albums but skipped over the obvious; Fantastic Freshman Favorites. In prepping for this show, our minds were blown realizing how many great first albums we own. Dig into your collection and you'll discover how many artists delivered essential albums on their first outing. We know we missed some, and would love to hear what you think. Get Your Groove On!
May 04, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Season 2Ep. 6
To keep things interesting and new for 2021, this episode is a crossover/collaboration with our friends at the RutPOP podcast. We team up with Zach and Brandon to talk formative soundtracks, scores (and the difference), big influences and everything else in-between. So many great soundtracks...so little time.
Apr 12, 2021•1 hr 55 min•Season 2Ep. 5
We're taking the show on the road to the Derby City Music Expo in Louisville, KY to sit down with Shayne Hiles, graphic designer, audiophile, and record dealer/collector. We enter uncharted territory, questioning the quality of sought-after Japanese vinyl pressings. Shayne shares his vinyl journey and delights us with many stories about collecting and dealing records. Join us on our first Road Show to the Derby City...we just may find some gems.
Mar 15, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Tony Philputt, an Indianapolis original Punk guy, record store owner, Hollywood actor, musician (yep, he is a drummer, but don't hold that against him) and tournament champ on the cussing circuit, dropping more F-bombs than Richard Pryor when his hair was on fire. Lots of stories; everything from buying a Sex Pistols picture disc 45 in NY to opening for the Replacements. Tune in and drop out.
Feb 23, 2021•1 hr 49 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Vinyl Ventures #19 - Kit Haymond - record collector, musician, and music lover, delights the guys with stories from playing around the U.S., meeting fabled musicians and amazing vinyl finds. From one-of-a-kind rarities to well-known classics, Kit takes us on a journey from Punk to classic country and everything in-between.
Feb 03, 2021•1 hr 47 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Vinyl Ventures #18 - Season #2 kicks off with John and Jay talking about some of the best finds in 2020 at record stores. Record stores are the lifeblood of Vinyl Ventures...that is the reason the show exists. This year the boys plan to branch out more to record stores throughout the state of Indiana and the Midwest.
Jan 20, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Vinyl Ventures #17 - WISH-TV Indy Style host Tracy Forner talks growing up in Michigan, the disadvantages for a vertical person at concerts and the art of collecting vinyl. An art, (okay addiction/sickness), he hopes to pass along to his children.
Dec 16, 2020•1 hr 42 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Indianapolis comedy legends Dave Dugan and Whitney Grayson talk vinyl and the long lost art of the deep listen. Going through Rolling Stones 500 best albums of all time and listening to every album.
Nov 17, 2020•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Rudy Sarzo shares his amazing journey from a Cuban refugee at 10, to a beloved and legendary rock musician the world over. From Ozzy and Randy Rhoads, to Quiet Riot, Whitesnake, Dio, Blue Oyster Cult, The Guess Who and beyond. It's an inspiring story of a rock & roll life lived to the fullest-the right way.
Oct 21, 2020•1 hr 54 min•Season 1Ep. 15
John and Jason talk with Rob Coyle, an Indianapolis-based record show promoter (Crossroads Music Show), dealer and lifelong collector. Vinyl was in Rob's blood, his father had thousands of records in the garage and dragged Rob along to weekend garage sales to find thousands more. Did you ever wonder what it takes to promote a record show, where dealers get the records, and who has the biggest show in the US? Tune in to find out.
Sep 29, 2020•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 14
John and Jay dive into second albums and discuss whether or not the sophomore album is a slump or a bigger hit. From Meatloaf to Oasis, to Cinderella to the Doors. What are the hits and what are the misses? A show first Point/Counterpoint with Weezer's Pinkerton is sure to entertain.
Sep 15, 2020•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 13
1970-the start of a new decade and the biggest band in the world, the Beatles break up. Protest songs, Heavy Metal takes a hold, and music takes center stage. Hop in the time machine with John and Jay and take a trip in the way back machine to 1970.
Sep 01, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 12
On this 3D (Deep Disc Dive) episode friend of the show Bill Hayse's incredibly deep research into The Dark Side of the Moon is like 6 Degrees of Kevin Bacon with the album playing the role of Kevin Bacon. So many insane rabbit holes with connections to Nazi Germany and Hollywood actors. It's a wild ride that's sure to spark discussion.
Aug 18, 2020•1 hr 44 min•Season 1Ep. 11
IndyCar Announcer, Radio DJ and Music Afficianado Michael Young shares his encyclopedic vinyl knowledge, and discusses the interconnectedness we all have with music. Starting in Radio in 1987 at WIOT in Toledo Ohio, his journey has taken him on an amazing ride through music, broadcasting, and a lifetime of record collecting. Listen through the end for the premiere of the new Vinyl Ventures Theme Song, by long-time friends of the show Bill Hayse, and Dolph Cheney!
Jul 28, 2020•1 hr 52 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Dean Metcalf began as an intern on the Bob & Tom Show in 1988. Since then, the show has gone from local phenomenon to national syndication. Dean shares some great stories about growing up in central Indiana and how vinyl, music and concerts shaped his persona, and career.
Jun 30, 2020•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Part 2 - Seph Hatley grew up in the South, in North Carolina before ending up in Indiana. His family always listened to music and had a multi generational vinyl collection. Seph was the next one in line to inherit the collection. At first Seph didn't even have a turntable, then gradually the vinyl became a part of life again. "These are my books, they speak to me." - Seph Hatley
Jun 19, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Seph Hatley grew up in the South, in North Carolina before ending up in Indiana. His family always listened to music and had a multi generational vinyl collection. Seph was the next one in line to inherit the collection. At first Seph didn't even have a turntable, then gradually the vinyl became a part of life again. "These are my books, they speak to me." - Seph Hatley
Jun 11, 2020•1 hr 37 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Jason and John stay 6 feet apart and talk about the albums and music getting them thru the pandemic. Weird times indeed.
Apr 20, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Jason and John visit with a fellow collector, Don Garner, who brings in some very interesting vinyl to chat about, everything from celebrity albums to forgotten singers from the pre-Beatles era to scented vinyl (a real thing) to picture discs. Each discovery has a story.
Mar 21, 2020•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Jason and John interview a collector Kevin Stout, who also sells records. Kevin's favorite album of all time is Dark Side of the Moon. His love of Pink Floyd runs deep. A Police Synchronicity pressing discovery and the varied cover designs take the guys by surprise.
Feb 23, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 4
One of Indianapolis's oldest surviving record stores is Karma records, longtime store manager Doug Bauerle talks about where the record store business has been and where it is going in the future. Along the way the gang gets derailed plenty of times to talk about concerts and other music tidbits.
Feb 17, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 3
John and Jay are vinyl record collectors, crate diggers and overall music fanatics. Each episode they share record lore, little known vinyl discoveries, and collecting stories from past and present, featuring weekly guests who share their musical passions in the midst of this vinyl gold rush.
Jan 23, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 2
John and Jay are vinyl record collectors, crate diggers and overall music fanatics. Each episode they share record lore, little known vinyl discoveries, and collecting stories from past and present, featuring weekly guests who share their musical passions in the midst of this vinyl gold rush.
Jan 17, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 1
