The Vinyl Guide - Artist Interviews for Record Collectors and Music Nerds

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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