Episodes

  • Latin indie pop. Liquid discs and soundtrack joys. Nick Drake sells for lots.
    Jul 5 2024

    For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel ponder liquid-filled discs and the latest ways of trying to make vinyl records appealing. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Stephen Pastel & Gavin Thomson, The Round Robin Monopoly and Ana Frango Elétrico. We delve into the world of second hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up recently, including some obscure, clattering garage rock and some bloke called Nick Drake. John-Paul from Record Plant in Farsley, Leeds talks us through how this new business was established and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl joins us with top tips for bargain records this week. All that and we hear about your catalogue quests.


    Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866


    The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542


    Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel:

    https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G


    Eclipse sale: https://eclipse-records.co.uk/collections/june-sale


    Vinilo sale: https://vinilo.co.uk/collections/summer-sale-24


    Lost In Vinyl sale: https://www.lostinvinyl.org/saletitles


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    37 mins
  • Marc wrapped in Velvet. Water Still Flows and Cool Heads. Tom shares the knowledge
    Jun 28 2024

    For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel are considering the growing trend of artists selling the rights to their whole catalogue for a massive lump sum. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Rich Ruth, Spiritualized and Georgia Ruth. We dig into the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week, including the thirteenth greatest album of all time according to Rolling Stone and some early dinosaur days. Nerys from Slide Records in Bedford explains the philosophy behind the shop and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl joins us with top tips for bargain record purchases. All that and we touch on a key listener query.


    Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866


    The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542


    Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel:

    https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G


    Raves From The Grave sale: https://ravesfromthegrave.com/sale/


    Jacaranda: https://jacarandarecordstore.com


    Lost In Vinyl: https://www.lostinvinyl.org/saletitles


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    40 mins
  • Very Green Days heard. Table talk. Wings go legit. Plus big news to end.
    Jun 21 2024

    For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel are considering the growth in counterfeit records and the world of dubious bootlegs. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Paul McCartney & Wings, John Cale and Mike Lindsay. We dig into the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week, including some all-female garage rock and a 7” containing a superstar’s childhood warbling. Phil from Sister Ray explains issues around vinyl pricing and, following that, Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl provides some top tips for bargain records this week. All that and we hear your memories of dealing with faulty discs.


    Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866


    The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542


    Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel:

    https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G


    Red House sale: https://redhouserecords.co.uk/collections/sale-prices-on-brand-new-vinyl

    Bear Tree Sale: https://beartreerecords.com/collections/june-sale

    Lost In Vinyl sale: https://www.lostinvinyl.org/saletitles

    £15 records at Vinyl Whistle: https://vinylwhistle.co.uk/collections/15-albums

    Sister Ray Records: https://sisterray.co.uk/


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    42 mins
  • Ethereal pop. Scarce reggae and funk monsters. The GZ roulette.
    Jun 14 2024

    For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel are considering issues with modern vinyl manufacturing and the novelty of artists admitting when there’s a problem. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Goat Girl, Margo Guryan and Aurora. We dig into the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week, including a corking reggae 7” and some psychedelic funk with a fascinating backstory. Danny from Union Music Store takes us behind the counter and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl provides some top tips for bargain records this week. All that and we hear your memories of striking video game soundtracks.


    Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866


    The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542


    Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel:

    https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G


    Resident bargains: https://www.resident-music.com/collection&path=56063

    Family Store summer sale: https://familystorerecords.co.uk/collections/sale

    Limited Addition sale: https://www.limitedadditionrecords.com/collections/sale

    David’s Music sale: https://davids-music.co.uk/collections/s-a-l-e

    Beyond sale: https://beyondvinyl.co.uk/sale/

    Union Music Store:

    https://unionmusicstore.com/


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    44 mins
  • Take the Sun with you. Butler’s pipes and Noddy’s start. Plus, new Hawley, love
    Jun 7 2024

    For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel react to the record shop video game, Wax Heads. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Crowded House, Bernard Butler and Richard Hawley. We dig into the world of second hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week, including a Sun Records rarity and the early days of a Seventies staple. Kenny from Kenny’s Vinyl Vault explains how a business naturally evolves and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl provides some top tips for bargain records this week. All that and we hear which albums you think deserved to be in Apple’s Top 100 list.


    Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866


    The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542


    Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel:

    https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G


    Slide sale: https://www.sliderecordshop.com/collections/sale

    Limited Addition Records: https://www.limitedadditionrecords.com

    Record Culture Mystery Discovery Packs: https://recordculture.com/collections/mystery-discovery-pack

    Kenny’s Vinyl Vault:

    https://kennysvinylvault.com/


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    46 mins
  • Disco flying fish. Jazz folk coming up Turquoise. Your big shop stories.
    May 31 2024

    For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel reflect upon Apple Music’s Top 100 albums list. There are reviews of fresh pressings from The Pearlfishers, Sean Khan presents The Modern Jazz & Folk Ensemble and Paul Weller. We dig into the world of second-hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week, including a soul 7” from a band who only ever had one release and get into the specifics of Led Zep colouring. Paul from Strip Joint Records gives us the inside track on life in Glasgow and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl provides some top tips for bargain records this week. All that and we are delighted by your memories of the big high street record shops.

    Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866

    The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542

    Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel:

    https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G


    Low Port Music sale: https://lowportmusic.co.uk/?swoof=1&onsales=salesonly


    Lost In Vinyl sale: https://www.lostinvinyl.org/saletitles


    Paul Weller - An Orchestrated Songbook: https://assai.co.uk/products/paul-weller-an-orchestrated-songbook-vinyl-lp-due-out-03-12-21


    Sticky Black Tarmac sale: https://www.stickyblacktarmac.com/collections/sale


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    46 mins
  • Latin loveliness, Beth is finally back and Bright Lights all around
    May 24 2024

    For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel explore HMV’s vinyl week list. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Beth Gibbons, Michael Head and The Red Elastic Band and Bright Light Bright Light. We dig into the world of second hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week, including Nirvana and a Latin delight. Manda and Moz give us the inside track on life at The Better Dog Records and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl provides some top tips for bargain discs this week in a somewhat extended form. All that and we hear about your grails.

    Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com

    or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866

    The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542


    Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel:

    https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G


    Lowport Sale: https://lowportmusic.co.uk/


    Nirvana's first single: https://www.lovebuzz7.com/



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    42 mins
  • Hopes and Fears and pysch. Baker auction reveals all. Unreal funky grooves.
    May 17 2024

    For this week’s episode of the Plural Pod, Gareth and Joel gaze in wonder at the auction listings for Danny Baker’s record collection. There are reviews of fresh pressings from Mick Harvey, Keane and Villagers. We dig into the world of second hand sales and find out some of the highest value titles snapped up this week, including Shadrack Chameleon and Frankie Seay & The Soul Riders. James from Slab Records gives us the inside track on life in Loughton and Tom from Cheap Indie Vinyl provides some top tips for bargain records this week. All that and we hear your most expensive musical purchases.

    Get in touch with us via pluralofvinylpod@gmail.com

    or @PluralVinylPod on Twitter. You can also Whatsapp via 07455680866

    The Plural Of Playlist, featuring tracks discussed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5M566WI1NstJoQcZU0KRMR?si=8h8NUeaXR_acMIrYYQ-rDQ&pi=MBWJA5SvSUewV&nd=1&dlsi=2a5d31635f704542


    Join the Cheap Indie Vinyl WhatsApp channel:

    https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT9tnElagoIHB2ed1G


    RPM Special Offers: https://rpmmusiconline.com/collections/special-offers

    Spun Out sale: http://www.spunout.net/index.php?route=product/category&path=79


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    37 mins