

Ep490: Saving Vinyl - Rescuing Australia's Last Record Press
Mar 24, 2025
Nick Phillips, a musician from The Breadmakers and owner of Corduroy Records, shares his remarkable journey of rescuing Australia’s last vinyl pressing plant. He impulsively bought the equipment without manufacturing experience, creating a unique legacy. Nick discusses the labor-intensive process of making vinyl, including direct-to-acetate recordings with notable artists like Sonic Youth and The White Stripes. He also highlights the challenges of maintaining vintage machinery and the passion behind preserving the art of vinyl production.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Reviving Vinyl: A Passionate Journey
03:25 • 11min
The Art of Vinyl Production
14:31 • 14min
Behind the Scenes of Iconic Music History
28:28 • 4min
Vinyl Journeys: From Creation to Preservation
32:44 • 8min
Whimsical Origins of a Vinyl Detective Agency
40:43 • 2min
Challenges and Triumphs in the Vinyl Industry
42:33 • 19min