Vinyl

Why Do You Need The Zombies’ Oddities & Extras On Vinyl?

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Mark Smotroff welcomes another British Invasion collection with open arms…

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A Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Grail And The Lost Art Of Special Editions

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Mark Smotroff revels in a rarity he discovered and wonders… ...

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Curtis Amy’s Kantanga! Vinyl Reissue, Rediscovery, Revelations

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Mark Smotroff finally gets that “ah-ha” info he’s always wanted about an artist…...

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What Did I Realize When Listening To Steely Dan’s New Record Store Day Vinyl Release?

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Mark Smotroff realizes it really doesn’t mean a thing without some swing… ...

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Flamin’ Groovies, Dave Edmunds, Rock ’n Roll & Record Store Day

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Mark Smotroff continues to revel in the joys of a legendary San Francisco band…

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Why Do You Need The Last American Frank Zappa Show On Vinyl?

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Mark Smotroff explores a much anticipated concert recording…

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Why Are The Violent Femmes An Important American Music Band?

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Mark Smotroff takes a trip thru post-teen college angst…...

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Record Store Day Triple Vinyl Treat: Chicago/The Blues/Today!

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Mark Smotroff digs into a deep dive on ‘60s electric blues… ...

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Record Store Day Preview: Jazz Dispensary’s Dank D-Funk Blend, Vol. 2

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Mark Smotroff thinks you probably need this although you probably don’t know it yet…

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Record Store Day Vinyl Preview: Harold Land’s Westward Bound!

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Mark Smotroff digs into an under appreciated jazz master’s archive… ...

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Do I Need To Be Collecting Original Pressings Of Old Records Anymore?

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Mark Smotroff reconsiders his initial reasons for collecting physical releases on vinyl…...

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Why Did I Almost Not Review A New Guided By Voices Album?

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Mark Smotroff realizes that some ear candy requires more time to digest…...

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