Vinyl Record Labels That Look Like Works of Art
We want our vinyl record and vinyl record labels to look rad. We think we can do this by choosing pretty colors, putting glitters and splatter and making awesome packaging but sometimes we forget that we can do many creative things with the label. Yes, that’s the one in the middle near the center hole. […]
Record Labels: Know the Basic Terms
Do you know what a 360 deal means? What about mechanical royalties? It’s time to know the basic terms record labels use so you won’t look stupid and you won’t make stupid mistakes. This list comes from two great sources- The Unsigned Guide, a great site for DIY musicians with tips and marvelous tools; and Record Label Resource, […]
Independent Record Labels and the Changing Times
A lot has been written about the record labels and independent record labels over the last few years and if you’re like me who’s passionate about these topics, chances are we’ve heard the same thing: That the music industry is doomed for extinction. They show us statistics of poor CD sales and tell us that […]
Wondering why your vinyl records are taking so long?
If you’ve never had a vinyl pressed until now, you might get shocked by how long the turnaround time is—usually it’s 8-12 weeks. And there are even times when the pressing plants ship your vinyl records later than the expected time. This might frustrate you, especially if you’re close to your album release date… so […]
Reddit’s Top 25 Unique Vinyl Records
We checked Reddit for unique vinyl records and it did not fail us! Vinyl records have become one of the most customizable physical audio formats available today. It has gained lots of buzz during the pandemic and since then, musicians have been releasing on the format along with usual digital and CD formats. This article […]
Vinyl Record News: Vinyl sales has risen by 22%
There is no denying that the most popular physical album around the world for this year and the past two years have been vinyl records. Vinyl sales in the US, according to the Recording Industry Association of America’s (RIAA) 2022 mid-year music revenue report, have risen by 22% in the first half of 2022. The […]
A very brief history of vinyl records (from invention to recent comeback)
Vinyl record is one of the most beloved physical audio formats to ever grace the Earth with its presence. Many people have been collecting them for decades while more are falling in love with them. Enough that a so-called “comeback” of the format occurred as its sales increased year by year. But what is the […]
21 of the Most Valuable Vinyl Records That Might Be Hiding In Your Grandma’s Attic
All vinyl records are valuable but some are more valuable than others. You know one of the many good reasons why people are buying vinyl records again? Well, it’s because vinyl can be worth a thousand bucks…even millions! No kidding. A pharma guy bought Wu Tang Clan’s only vinyl record for $ 2 million! Screw that, […]
What You Need to Know About Catalog Numbers on Vinyl Records
If it’s your first time to have vinyl records pressed, one of the things that you will have to think about is the catalog number. You might get a little overwhelmed by the many things vinyl record pressing plants ask from you but it should not be because of the catalog number. What is it […]
How Do I Know if I’m Getting Quality Vinyl Record Pressing?
To say vinyl is making a comeback isn’t correct anymore. Vinyl is well and truly back. Collectors and audiophiles everywhere prefer to listen to music on record and immerse themselves in the full “album” experience. To enjoy the rich sound of vinyl, you need to start with the best possible source file, mastered for vinyl. […]