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

Metal vocalist Tim "Ripper" Owens shares his remarkable journey from tribute band singer to Judas Priest frontman, discussing rare vinyl, relationships with metal legends, and his upcoming Australian tour while revealing the humble attitude that helped him succeed in the world of heavy metal. Topics Include: Interview start, connections to Australia Valentine's Day show announcement for Melbourne 2025 tour Discussion of Australian touring band lineup Added new songs to setlist including KK's Priest material Memories of friendship and touring with Ronnie James Dio Early musical influences from father's rock record collection First exposure to Judas Priest through Screaming for Vengeance Early band experiences with Brainicide and Winter's Bane Formation of British Steel tribute band in 1990s How video of tribute performance reached Judas Priest Quick audition process with Judas Priest - got job after one line Recording “Jugulator” album with Judas Priest in 1997 Dealing with fan expectations replacing Rob Halford Relationship with Rob Halford over the years Discussion of rare Jugulator and Demolition vinyl releases Experience working with Yngwie Malmsteen, including "Beat It" cover Formation and recording of Charred Walls of the Damned Meeting Navy SEALs at charity events - feeling starstruck Working with various metal vocalists throughout career Dream collaboration wish: Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler Names Heaven and Hell as ultimate desert island album Current recording setup at home for various projects Details about upcoming 2025 Australian tour dates Discussion of potential merchandise for Australian shows Closing remarks about KK's Priest possible Australia tour lookie here for tickets for Tim "Ripper" Owens' 2025 Australian tour  Pictures by Jeremy Belinfante Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Daniel House of CZ Records had a pivotal role in the Seattle music scene of the 1980s and early 1990s, including his work with Skin Yard, his time as a key employee at Sub Pop Records, and working with influential bands like Nirvana, Melvins, Soundgarden, the "Deep Six" compilation and lots more. Topics Include: Introduction of Daniel House and CZ Records New Skin Yard seven-inch box set announced History of Ten Minute Warning band Formation of Skin Yard with Jack Endino Forming the seven-inch box set idea Deep Six compilation's initial release discussed UMen added to Deep Six compilation Chris Hanzsek starts CZ Records then transitions out Deep Six compilation initially sells poorly Daniel House takes over CZ Records operations A&M Records purchases Deep Six compilation masters Working simultaneously at Sub Pop and CZ Records Creation of Sub Pop's direct-to-retail store network House builds Sub Pop's international distribution connections Nirvana's Mexican Seafood track on Teriyaki Asthma Confrontation with Geffen Records over Nirvana tracks Missing songs on Bleach cassette recall story Sub Pop focusing marketing efforts on Mudhoney Early Seattle scene was small and intimate Current Skin Yard Select box set details Pink and red vinyl pressing information Production quality control issues at pressing plant Discussion of box set pricing and production costs Interview wrap up Order "Skin Yard Select" box set here. Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

Jeff & Steven McDonald join us to discuss the new documentary "Born Innocent - The Redd Kross Story", learnings from their lifelong musical partnership, memories of early punk days, David Bowie, Germs and more. Topics Include: Possible talk of touring Asia and the Pacific Rim Steven and Dale are road dogs Jeff more of a homebody than Steven Adjustment from touring back to home Steven and Mario seeing King Gizzard in early days Playing the L7 Fast & Frightening Festival Challenges of making the “Born Innocent” documentary Keeping the documentary to 90 minutes The dynamics of the brothers – getting under each other’s skin Earlier attempts to tell the story of Redd Kross What parts of the Redd Kross story were under-represented? Leveraging “devices” to tell the story and manage viewer expectations What did you learn about yourselves watching the documentary? Ability to view the unique partnership of the brothers Taking away learnings from the movie – relatable learnings from the brothers Brothers within a band – comparisons with Oasis Are the brothers enjoying the current state of their band Grateful for the movie and the book – most proud of the REDD KROSS album How did David Bowie show up for their 1st club gig? Punk in LA in late 70s was a small community The bill was UXA, Black Flag and Redd Kross Memories and experiences with Darby Crash The impact of Darby Crash’s death People who may misinterpret Germs Video of Germs performance for “Up In Smoke” The humour and comedy of punk Interview wrap-up Watch the "Born Innocent - The Redd Kross Story" Trailer here Check for a "Born Innocent" screening near you Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

A chaotic dive into the world of Kevin Rutmanis, Gina Skwoz, and Trevor Dunn as they discuss the new Lords & Lady Kevin + Trevor Dunn LP “Last Days at Hot Slit”, their experimental music-making process, the liberating unpredictability of their collaborations, the Cows "Peacetika" vinyl reissue and more. Topics Include: Kevin, Gina & Trevor log in Discussion about virtual backgrounds and Kevin’s creative experiments. Nostalgia about childhood posters, including Kiss and Farrah Fawcett. The importance of album releases aligning with other projects. Reflections on “Last Days at Hot Slit” album Kevin, Gina & Trevor sending tracks back and forth Collaboration during the pandemic sparks their experimental projects. How Jim Goodwin, aka Pseudo Beast, became their mixer. Alphabetical track sequencing  Gina’s return to music and transition to drumming. Tribute to Dave Livingston in their musical process. Use of spirituals and blues lyrics in the album. Challenges of performing complex studio-created tracks live. Trevor’s saxophone debut Kevin’s experiments with unconventional sound recording techniques. Inspiration for titles, including Andrea Dworkin and old films. Discussion of upcoming vinyl releases and special editions. “Peacetika” reissue, Cows albums and their provocative themes. "Sick New World" festival cancellation Exhaustion with large festivals versus intimacy of smaller shows. Nostalgia for early 90s Cows tours and wild experiences. Contributions to “Burn Us Clean" box set. Multiple purchase links and other Bandcamp releases. Interview wrap up Get "Last Days at Hot Slit" vinyl here Get the Cows "Peacetika" vinyl reissue here Extended, Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8