The Plural Of Vinyl (Joel De'ath, Gareth James)
Explore every episode of The Plural Of Vinyl
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| 19 Apr 2024 | The Plural Of Vinyl - A Quick Hello | 00:01:17 | |
Gareth and Joel are putting the finishing touches to their new podcast but it needs a name. Subscribe now to get the first full episode in your feed next Friday. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or via @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 25 Apr 2024 | It’s Ludwig’s Hot Mix and a trip to the Tortured Poets’ Department | 00:32:25 | |
For the first episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel begin by reflecting upon this year’s Record Store Day. There are reviews of fresh pressings from A Certain Ratio, Bobby Hutcherson and Taylor Swift. We dig into the world of second hand records and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week. Tom from Raves From The Grave gives us the inside track on life behind the counter during RSD and Tom (other names are available) from Cheap Indie Vinyl provides some top tips for bargain records this week.
Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866
Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Norman Records reduced items: https://www.normanrecords.com/promos/1058 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 03 May 2024 | New folk and Old Jazz. Fresh noise from the Pet Shop Boys. Rag-time variants. | 00:38:10 | |
For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel consider how and why we end up with multiple copies of the same album. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Kathryn Williams & Withered Hand, Portishead and the Pet Shop Boys. We dig into the world of second hand records and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week, including a corking bit of Northern Soul. Phil from Norman Records gives us the inside track on life at one of the vinyl community’s favourite online retailers and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl provides some top tips for bargain records this week. All that and your thoughts on Record Store Day.
Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866
Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Bear Tree reduced items: https://beartreerecords.com/collections/sale
Red House Records – RSD sale: https://redhouserecords.co.uk/collections/record-store-day-2024 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 10 May 2024 | Pricey Northern Soul. Beatles butcher still intact. Kamasi goes brief. | 00:41:23 | |
For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel wonder just how much any record can possibly be worth. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Camera Obscura, Holland-Dozier-Holland and Kamasi Washington. We dig into the world of second hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week, including The Beatles and little known Sixties act Davie Jones and The King Bees. Iain from Longwell Records gives us the inside track on eight years of business in Keynsham and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl provides some top tips for bargain records this week. All that and your thoughts on owning multiple copies of the same album.
Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866
Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Tasty Records sale: https://tastyrecords.co.uk/product-category/all-products/tasty-offers/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 17 May 2024 | Hopes and Fears and pysch. Baker auction reveals all. Unreal funky grooves. | 00:36:43 | |
For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel gaze in wonder at the auction listings for Danny Baker’s record collection. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Mick Harvey, Keane and Villagers. We dig into the world of second hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week, including Shadrack Chameleon and Frankie Seay & The Soul Riders. James from Slab Records gives us the inside track on life in Loughton and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl provides some top tips for bargain records this week. All that and we hear your most expensive musical purchases.
Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G RPM Special Offers: https://rpmmusiconline.com/collections/special-offers
Spun Out sale: http://www.spunout.net/index.php?route=product/category&path=79 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 24 May 2024 | Latin loveliness, Beth is finally back and Bright Lights all around | 00:42:23 | |
For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel explore HMV’s vinyl week list. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Beth Gibbons, Michael Head and The Red Elastic Band and Bright Light Bright Light. We dig into the world of second hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week, including Nirvana and a Latin delight. Manda and Moz give us the inside track on life at The Better Dog Records and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl provides some top tips for bargain discs this week in a somewhat extended form. All that and we hear about your grails.
Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Lowport Sale: https://lowportmusic.co.uk/ Nirvana's first single: https://www.lovebuzz7.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 31 May 2024 | Disco flying fish. Jazz folk coming up Turquoise. Your big shop stories. | 00:46:28 | |
For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel reflect upon Apple Music’s Top 100 albums list. There are reviews of fresh pressings from The Pearlfishers, Sean Khan presents The Modern Jazz & Folk Ensemble and Paul Weller. We dig into the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week, including a soul 7” from a band who only ever had one release and get into the specifics of Led Zep colouring. Paul from Strip Joint Records gives us the inside track on life in Glasgow and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl provides some top tips for bargain records this week. All that and we are delighted by your memories of the big high street record shops.
Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866
The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542
Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Low Port Music sale: https://lowportmusic.co.uk/?swoof=1&onsales=salesonly Lost In Vinyl sale: https://www.lostinvinyl.org/saletitles Paul Weller - An Orchestrated Songbook: https://assai.co.uk/products/paul-weller-an-orchestrated-songbook-vinyl-lp-due-out-03-12-21 Sticky Black Tarmac sale: https://www.stickyblacktarmac.com/collections/sale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 07 Jun 2024 | Take the Sun with you. Butler’s pipes and Noddy’s start. Plus, new Hawley, love | 00:45:36 | |
For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel react to the record shop video game, Wax Heads. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Crowded House, Bernard Butler and Richard Hawley. We dig into the world of second hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week, including a Sun Records rarity and the early days of a Seventies staple. Kenny from Kenny’s Vinyl Vault explains how a business naturally evolves and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl provides some top tips for bargain records this week. All that and we hear which albums you think deserved to be in Apple’s Top 100 list. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Slide sale: https://www.sliderecordshop.com/collections/sale
Limited Addition Records: https://www.limitedadditionrecords.com
Record Culture Mystery Discovery Packs: https://recordculture.com/collections/mystery-discovery-pack
Kenny’s Vinyl Vault: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 14 Jun 2024 | Ethereal pop. Scarce reggae and funk monsters. The GZ roulette. | 00:44:04 | |
For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel are considering issues with modern vinyl manufacturing and the novelty of artists admitting when there’s a problem. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Goat Girl, Margo Guryan and Aurora. We dig into the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week, including a corking reggae 7” and some psychedelic funk with a fascinating backstory. Danny from Union Music Store takes us behind the counter and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl provides some top tips for bargain records this week. All that and we hear your memories of striking video game soundtracks. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Resident bargains: https://www.resident-music.com/collection&path=56063
Family Store summer sale: https://familystorerecords.co.uk/collections/sale
Limited Addition sale: https://www.limitedadditionrecords.com/collections/sale
David’s Music sale: https://davids-music.co.uk/collections/s-a-l-e
Beyond sale: https://beyondvinyl.co.uk/sale/
Union Music Store: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 21 Jun 2024 | Very Green Days heard. Table talk. Wings go legit. Plus big news to end. | 00:41:48 | |
For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel are considering the growth in counterfeit records and the world of dubious bootlegs. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Paul McCartney & Wings, John Cale and Mike Lindsay. We dig into the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week, including some all-female garage rock and a 7” containing a superstar’s childhood warbling. Phil from Sister Ray explains issues around vinyl pricing and, following that, Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl provides some top tips for bargain records this week. All that and we hear your memories of dealing with faulty discs. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Red House sale: https://redhouserecords.co.uk/collections/sale-prices-on-brand-new-vinyl
Bear Tree Sale: https://beartreerecords.com/collections/june-sale
Lost In Vinyl sale: https://www.lostinvinyl.org/saletitles
£15 records at Vinyl Whistle: https://vinylwhistle.co.uk/collections/15-albums
Sister Ray Records: https://sisterray.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 28 Jun 2024 | Marc wrapped in Velvet. Water Still Flows and Cool Heads. Tom shares the knowledge | 00:40:02 | |
For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel are considering the growing trend of artists selling the rights to their whole catalogue for a massive lump sum. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Rich Ruth, Spiritualized and Georgia Ruth. We dig into the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week, including the thirteenth greatest album of all time according to Rolling Stone and some early dinosaur days. Nerys from Slide Records in Bedford explains the philosophy behind the shop and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl joins us with top tips for bargain record purchases. All that and we touch on a key listener query. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Raves From The Grave sale: https://ravesfromthegrave.com/sale/ Jacaranda: https://jacarandarecordstore.com Lost In Vinyl: https://www.lostinvinyl.org/saletitles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 05 Jul 2024 | Latin indie pop. Liquid discs and soundtrack joys. Nick Drake sells for lots. | 00:37:06 | |
For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel ponder liquid-filled discs and the latest ways of trying to make vinyl records appealing. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Stephen Pastel & Gavin Thomson, The Round Robin Monopoly and Ana Frango Elétrico. We delve into the world of second hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up recently, including some obscure, clattering garage rock and some bloke called Nick Drake. John-Paul from Record Plant in Farsley, Leeds talks us through how this new business was established and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl joins us with top tips for bargain records this week. All that and we hear about your catalogue quests. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Eclipse sale: https://eclipse-records.co.uk/collections/june-sale Vinilo sale: https://vinilo.co.uk/collections/summer-sale-24 Lost In Vinyl sale: https://www.lostinvinyl.org/saletitles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 12 Jul 2024 | Peace Sells for big bucks. Journey to jazz reissues. Who would have Fink'd it? | 00:39:40 | |
For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel try to unpick what happened with the different LPs of the recent Beyoncé album and consider what still needs to be released on vinyl. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Fink, The John Wright Trio and Kiasmos. We explore the world of second hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up recently, including a remarkable school recording and a tale involving Metallica and a dog. David Wolfe, who operates as The White Dove, talks us through the world of selling at record fairs and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl joins us with top tips for bargain records this week. All that and we hear about what’s most likely to persuade you to stump up the cash for a new release. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Reflex 2 for £22: https://reflexrecordshop.com/catalogue?htag=2FOR22&nna Spinning Around sale: https://spinningaroundrecords.square.site/shop/spring-summer-sale/11 Assai summer offers: https://assai.co.uk/collections/new-summer-vinyl-offers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 19 Jul 2024 | Clairo and Scream-oh! Unplayed discs and sharp French jazz. Indie Minions sing. | 00:37:25 | |
For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel discuss some startling statistics about what happens to vinyl records once they’ve been purchased. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Clairo, Land Of Talk and Travis. We explore the world of second hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up recently, including a screamo seven inch with one hell of a story and a jazz album that caught Joel’s ear. Yes, you read that right. Luke from The Record Deck tells us about his unusual business model and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl is temporarily indisposed. All that and we hear about what you wish would get a release on our favourite format. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 26 Jul 2024 | The twins' cafe pop. Singing Durrun Durrun Blues. Free Jazz far from free. | 00:36:44 | |
For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel consider how important the artwork is for records and whether or not a good sleeve can be enough to prompt a vinyl purchase. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Duran Duran, Cocteau Twins and Dave Jackson. We explore the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up recently, including some vintage blues and a slice of nifty free jazz. Iwan from Noise Annoys in Abergele says hello from the shop floor and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl joins us with top tips for bargain records this week. All that and we hear from you about whether or not you leave records unplayed and the reasons why. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Raw Like Sushi 3LP boxset: https://www.headrecords.co.uk/rock/pop/raw-like-sushi-30th-anniversary-neneh-cherry/p-7767802 Mixed Up summer discounts: https://www.mixeduprecords.com/collections/summer-discounts
Lost In Vinyl sale: https://www.lostinvinyl.org/saletitles Reflex 2 for £10: https://reflexrecordshop.com/catalogue?htag=2for10240722&nna Vinyl Whistle 50% off £10 albums: https://vinylwhistle.co.uk/collections/10-albums Bear Tree sale: https://beartreerecords.com/collections/july24-sale Family Store reduced classics: https://familystorerecords.co.uk/collections/campaign Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 02 Aug 2024 | Blur and Bill are live. Tantric Synchronicity and punk royalty. | 00:29:48 | |
For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel provide each other some homework for the forthcoming special episode ‘From Me To You’. There are reviews of fresh pressings from The Police, Bill Callahan and Blur. We explore the world of second hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up recently, including US punk royalty and an Afrobeat corker. Mike from Vinyl Vanguard says Hello From The Shop Floor and we catch up on a tremendous Holy Grail quest. All that and we hear about which records lured you in with their artwork alone. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 09 Aug 2024 | Summer Special One. Best of the rest from this year! Prog, folk, mod, pop soup. | 00:18:52 | |
While Gareth and Joel take a little summer break, it’s time for some Plural Pod specials. First up, it’s The Rest Of 2024, covering releases and online sales that happened before we started at the end of April. There are reviews of pressings from Elbow, Katherine Priddy and Amelia Coburn. From the world of second hand sales, there’s a Fleur De Lys seven inch full of mod and freakbeat sounds and a Vertigo swirl title with a die-cut sleeve from Dr Z, ‘Three Parts To My Soul’. It’s short but sweet, so remember to check the Spotify playlist below to hear some of the music discussed. It’s a Q&A special next week! Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 If you’re missing Tom, remember to join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 16 Aug 2024 | Summer Special Two. Your questions and our answers. Pens, books and pressings. | 00:31:05 | |
For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel continue their holiday specials. It’s Questions and Answers this time around. What have you asked and what will they admit to? First records, pressing matters and all things biros. That and much more. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 23 Aug 2024 | Summer Special Three. No point crying over records. Our verdicts are in. | 00:32:18 | |
For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel continue their holiday specials. With all due respect to both The Beatles and The Chuckle Brothers, this one is entitled ‘From Me To You’. Gareth picked an album for Joel to hear for the first time and Joel returned the favour for Gareth. If you’d like to listen first so that you know what is being talked about, it’s Tracey Thorn’s ‘Record’ and Jellyfish’s ‘Spilt Milk’. They each explain their reasons for nominating their respective album before hearing what those initial listens were like. Expect opinions. Lots of them. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 30 Aug 2024 | Espresso and talc. Unspun gold now spun with joy. Mad for Floyd and it. | 00:30:03 | |
It’s the first episode of the Plural Pod since the summer specials and Gareth and Joel find themselves swept up in the news of Oasis’ reunion. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Patrice Rushen, Sabrina Carpenter and Golden Shoulders. We explore the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up recently, including a magnificent burst of Northern Soul and a very particular copy of an early Pink Floyd album. Kev from Jelly Records in East London gives us the lowdown on his shop and there’s sale news that’s got nothing to do with your Vorsprung durch Technik. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 08 Sep 2024 | Ritual to Mod. It's not easy sounding green. Worst band in the world? | 00:32:40 | |
In this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel take a look at the growing prominence of ecovinyl. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Eddie Piller, Jon Hopkins and Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds. We explore the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up recently, including white label nascent Britpop and something truly, unforgivably awful. Daniel from Stowaway Records in Gloucester gives us the lowdown on his endeavours and we hear your thoughts on the Oasis reunion. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel before Tom returns soon: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 13 Sep 2024 | Sugary icebergs. Odyssey to Swift business. Special ensemble. | 00:31:47 | |
In this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel are mulling over the purpose of the Mercury Prize and reflecting on this year’s winner. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Ultravox, The Lightning Seeds and Ishmael Ensemble. We explore the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up recently, including an RSD rarity that’s still actually worth something and a Sixties treat with a curious cover. Kenny from 101 Collectors Records in Farnham tells us all about life behind the counter and we hear your views on the topic of ecovinyl. Keep listening to the end for a couple of extra musical tips. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel before Tom returns soon: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 20 Sep 2024 | Dance and classical. Via psych from Hobbiton. Tom's back with bargains | 00:43:00 | |
In this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel take a look at the list of releases for National Album Day. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Floating Points, Nancy Sinatra and Tindersticks. We explore the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up recently, including something from the top of the classical pops and a one-and-done with some interesting vocals. Dani from Applestump Records in Nantwich gives us a view from the shop floor, plus we hear your views on the Mercury Prize and winners English Teacher. All this and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl is not only back, but with us for the second half! Keep listening to the end for a few extra musical tips. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel before Tom returns soon: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Resident Bargains page: https://www.resident-music.com/collection&path=57135 Revived Vinyl Records reductions: https://www.revivedvinylrecords.co.uk/february-reductions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 27 Sep 2024 | Short but sweet Blue Note. Top notch second hand psych-folk. Tom’s in a wet car. | 00:12:01 | |
It’s an abbreviated episode of the Plural Pod this week. As a result of what we’ll call ‘factors’, it wasn’t possible to review a full range of titles. So, you get a Blue Note Classic from Gareth and a belting bit of vintage British psych-folk from Joel. Thankfully, Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl is on hand with bargains, reporting from a rain-soaked car park in the north. All your usual favourite features will return next week, with a new Hello From The Shop Floor, listener correspondence and a normal sized set of reviews. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel before Tom returns soon: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Flashback sale: https://flashback.co.uk/collections/end-of-summer-new-vinyl-sale A Slice Of Vinyl sale: https://asliceofvinyl.co.uk/shop/ols/categories/sale-records Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 04 Oct 2024 | Rough Trade and Jazz Harp. Rare Iranian records. Sophie remembered. | 00:35:38 | |
In this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel take a look at the continuing expansion of Rough Trade. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Dorothy Ashby, Therapy? and Sophie. We explore the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up recently, including something almost impossible to hear and a legendary heavy metal debut on Vertigo. Richard from South Records in Southend gives us a view from the shop floor, plus we hear your views on which albums are crying out for a repress. All this and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl has an exclusive discount code for Plural Pod listeners! Keep listening to the end for a few extra musical tips. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel before Tom returns soon: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Alcopop Records: https://ilovealcopop.co.uk/collections/all Limited Addition Records: https://www.limitedadditionrecords.com/ Capsule Records Sale: https://capsulerecords.co.uk/collections/summer-sale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 11 Oct 2024 | Rollin’ and punches. Eco moon music and jazz. Dublin dialling in. | 00:29:34 | |
In this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel discuss on-stage bust-ups after the recent plight of Jane’s Addiction. There are reviews of fresh pressings from McKowski & Nick Power, New Street Adventure and Coldplay. We explore the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up recently, including a Northern Soul scarcity and a Blue Note corker. Enda from Spindizzy Records in Dublin gives us a view from the shop floor, plus we hear your memories of Rough Trade down the years. All this and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl has all the news about the latest discounts! Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel before Tom returns soon: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Resident bargains: https://www.resident-music.com/collection&path=57135 Raves From The Grave RSD sale: https://ravesfromthegrave.com/product-tag/rsd24/ Limited Addition Records sale: https://www.limitedadditionrecords.com/collections/sale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 18 Oct 2024 | Field and folk music. Soundtrack for the underworld. Jazz free episode. | 00:29:47 | |
In this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel consider the ways in which our favourite music gets used in the wider world, following Rufus Wainwright’s reaction to his version of ‘Hallelujah’ being played at a Trump rally. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Gemma Hayes, Art Block and Field Music. We explore the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up recently, including a dubiously labelled heavy metal album and a vintage freakbeat seven from a short-lived UK group. Richard from Logo Fiasco Records in Carshalton gives us a view from the shop floor, plus we hear your recollections of gigs where things went horribly wrong. All this and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl has all the news about the latest discounts! Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel before Tom returns soon: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Logo Fiasco: Stranger Than Paradise Records sale: https://www.strangerthanparadiserecords.com/sale-11812994/
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| 25 Oct 2024 | Patterns In Repeat. An audio essay on Laura Marling’s work. | 00:38:34 | |
This week’s episode of the Plural Pod is a little different. Joel is out in Japan, so Gareth flies solo with a special episode on the career of Laura Marling. There’s a consideration of her releases to date and a more in-depth look at her brand new album, ‘Patterns In Repeat’. Keep an ear for a few crate-digging voicenotes from Joel too, who checks in from his travels. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel before Tom returns soon: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Gareth’s Laura Marling playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Eq6ayTsLXM9EnPGz5JIxw?si=pu_1JD22RdK8TFkn1QNgFg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 01 Nov 2024 | Pumpkins still smashing? A Sunhouse trip for autumn. From Me To You Two. | 00:26:20 | |
In this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, it’s the latest instalment of ‘From Me To You’. The format is nice and straightforward: Joel picks an album for Gareth that he’s never heard before and Gareth picks an album for Joel that he’s never heard before. After some intensive listening, they reconvene to share their thoughts. That conversation is what you can hear in today’s podcast. Gareth’s been listening to The Smashing Pumpkins’ ‘Siamese Dream’, while Joel has wrapped his ears around Sunhouse’s ‘Crazy On The Weekend’. But how did they find them? Hit play to find out. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel before Tom returns soon: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G https://www.limitedadditionrecords.com/collections/sale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 09 Nov 2024 | Voulez vous reggae? Or perhaps you need The Cure? Rare psych to season. | 00:33:15 | |
In this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel reflect on the remarkable legacy of Quincy Jones. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Abba, Songs: Ohia and The Cure. We explore the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up recently, including a magical reggae white label and some sought after psych. Iain from Longwell Records in Keynsham gives us a view from the shop floor and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl has all the news about the latest discounts! All that and there’s a chance to check on the current price of a Britpop classic. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Longwell Records: https://www.longwellrecords.com Revived Records’ latest reductions: https://www.revivedvinylrecords.co.uk/february-reductions Vinilo Sale: https://vinilo.co.uk/collections/sale-24 The LP Café Sale: https://www.thelpcafe.com/sale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 16 Nov 2024 | Please Scream for Margo Season one ends. Joel says bye. Plural of Haiku. | 00:35:51 | |
This week’s episode of the Plural Pod marks the end of season one and Gareth and Joel reflect on their experiences over the last eight months. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Primal Scream, The Charlatans and a host of artists paying tribute to Margo Guryan. We explore the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up recently, including a very Sweet 7” and some potent jangle from some Liverpudlian upstarts. James from SLAB Records in Loughton gives us our final view from the shop floor of 2024 and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl has all the news about how to stay on top of the latest discounts! All that and there’s one last trip to HMV. Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866 The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542 Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G Cheap Indie Vinyl on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cheapindievinyl.bsky.social SLAB Records: https://www.slabrecords.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||