Brian's Vinyl Records
By Brian Thomas
Brian's Vinyl RecordsSep 16, 2019
Vinyl Collecting and Vices
Brian is back with a new episode. Today Brian talks about his collecting habits and if they are vices for him. Check it out.
Let's Talk About Vinyl Variants
In this episode, Brian looks at the trend of vinyl variants from colors to covers to exclusive pressings. With all the "exclusive" pressings, has the indie exclusive been made irrelevant?
Looking At Some of the Latest Trends and More
In this episode, Brian talks about the latest trends in vinyl collecting and the price of records. Plus his view on collecting versus having records.
Tracks: The Death, Resurrection, and Reformation of Motley Crue Episode 3 - Generation Swine
Join Brian and Jay as they revisit the pivotal years in Motley Crue history where Vince leaves the band, Corabi enters and then leaves, and Vince returns. Episode two looks at the Generation Swine album, and Vince Neils triumphant return?
Tracks: The Death, Resurrection, and Reformation of Motley Crue Episode 2 - Motley Crue
Join Brian and Jay as they revisit the pivotal years in Motley Crue history where Vince leaves the band, Corabi enters and then leaves, and Vince returns. Episode two looks at the self-titled album, Motley Crue.
Tracks: The Death, Resurrection, and Reformation of Motley Crue Episode 1 - Exposed
Join Brian and Jay as they revisit the pivotal years in Motley Crue history where Vince leaves the band, Corabi enters and then leaves, and Vince returns. Episode one looks at Vince Neil's solo album, Exposed.
Changing My Vinyl Buying Habits
During the course of this pandemic, I purchased a lot of albums. So many that it has made me run out of room and rethink my purchasing habits. In this episode I talk about my thoughts on what to do going forward for myself and my collection.
A Look Back At Record Store Day 2020
This year's Record Store Day was unlike any other in history. After postponing it twice, it was finally decided to split it into three separate drops. In this episode I take a look at what worked, what didn't, and what I hope to see in the future for Record Store Day. Join me, will you?
Tracks - Recovering the Satellites
On the latest episode of Tracks, Jay and Brian look at sophomore release from Counting Crows, Recovering the Satellites. After the massive success of August and Everything After, could Counting Crows meet the expectations of the fans? Jay and Brian take a track by track look at their attempt to do just that.
Vinyl On A Budget: My Tips For Finding Deals
Saving money is important to me and many people. With the price of vinyl continuing to rise, it's important to know where and how to find good deals on both new and used albums. In this episode, I share with you some of my money-saving tips, where I find great deals, and how I don't get stuck paying tons of money to enjoy the music I love on the media I love.
High School Spins and This Weeks Wins
One of the groups I'm a member of had a theme of albums you listened to in high school. It was fun to grab albums that were a big part of my high school years. I share with you which albums made the weekend cut, and tell you about some cool recent pickups from my local record stores.
Tracks: Automatic For The People
Brian and Jay look at R.E.M.’s smash album Automatic For The People track by track. Find out Brian's history with R.E.M. and hear his thoughts as he listens to the album for the first time.
Tracks: Slave To The Grind
In 1991, Skid Row was at the top of the metal world. After a smash debut album, they returned with Slave to the Grind. Brian and Jay take a track-by-track look at what many consider their best work, and give their opinion on if it holds up.
Tracks: ...Baby One More Time
It's an album that changed the landscape of pop music and ushered in a new era, but does it still hold up 20 years later? Brian and Jay take a track by track look at the multiplatinum debut album from Britney Spears.
Tracks: Van Halen III
It's considered to be the worst thing Van Halen ever did, but should it be? After 21 years, should fans give it another listen? Brian and Jay take a track by track look at Van Halen III and let you know what they think about the Gary Cherone experiment 21 years later.
Tracks: Load
Brian and Jay take a track by track look at the contentious Metallica album known as Load.
Deciding Which Albums To Buy
In this episode, Brian talks about how he chooses which albums to buy or not to buy from artists, and what factors he considers when buying a used album.
Vinyl in a Digital World
We live in a digital world, but that doesn't mean streaming and vinyl can't be enjoyed together. Brian talks about how both can complement each other in today's digital environment.
Reissues These On Vinyl Please
Video Blog version available on YouTube. Brian shares his top albums he would love to see reissued on vinyl. Albums that are only available on the used market and most come with high price tags.
Record Store Day... Why It's Important
Record Store Day is right around the corner, and it's a day that seems to split the vinyl community. Brian explains why he thinks it's important that the community support the event instead of shaming it.
Tracks: Dr. Feelgood
Brian and Jay take a track by track look at Motley Crue's smash hit, Dr. Feelgood.
Vinyl Storage and Cleaning Tips
Essential Soundtracks
Brian welcomes Jay from Timeout, Need More Popcorn to talk about what soundtracks are essential for everyone's collection.
Brian's Story
Episode one is an introduction to your host, Brian. How did he get into vinyl records, what he collects, and more.