Jay Jay French is a connoisseur of music...a lot of different music. He's been there and done that. From forming Twisted Sister 50 years ago, to becoming a highly sought-after producer and manager, to becoming a motivational speaker...he's done all of this one way...his. Join the guys, as Jay Jay takes them on a wild ride through all the "twists" and turns in rock-n-roll that usually throw a lot of people off. From his being a Grateful Dead devotee to playing in clubs owned by Mafia bosses, this is a fantastic and entertaining talk. If you want brutally honest, unfiltered thoughts on everything from the New York Dolls to the assassination of JFK, buckle-up, and keep your arms and legs inside the car at all times! Be sure to check out his podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jay-jay-french-connection-beyond-the-music/id1541924407 #twistedsister #vinylcommunity Check out Vinyl Ventures on other platforms - Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel - https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943 YouTube Music - https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282 Google - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARAD Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/

In this trip around the turntable, the guys share some of their favorite colors...bands, songs or albums with colors in their name or title. As we curate our collections, it's easy to forget about everything we acquire and sometimes the simple act of figuring out what albums, artists or songs have colors in their title is a great way to re-familiarize yourself with what you have. There are more than you think. So hop on and take a spin with John and Jay as they explore the colors of their collections.

Australia is a unique country and one that has produced some amazing music. On this episode we celebrate the music of the magical land. Our special guest, a real Australian - Will Foster, talks about some of his favorite bands on the "Pub Rock" scene. If you are hoping to hear us talk about Men at Work, AC DC, or the Bee Gees your hopes will be dashed. Lots of great music to be discovered on this fabulous edition of Vinyl Ventures.

John and Jay explore the records that brought bands back into the spotlight they used to bask in. Just... don't tell LL Cool J we used THAT word in the title, John lost our thesaurus and we couldn't think of another word. Listen to our podcast on other platforms— Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943 YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282 Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARAD Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/

John and Jay talk with Roger Coletti, the man behind SiriusXM's all music talk channel Volume! Turns out he's a vinyl (and KISS) nerd just like the rest of us. From his beginnings in radio, to his time at MTV Radio, to producing a new interactive music podcast, Roger regales us with some fantastic stories from his colorful past in the music biz. Listen to our podcast on other platforms— Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943 YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282 Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARAD Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/

We all have favorite bands and favorite records, and those favorites can change from time to time, depending on a lot of things. This time around the horn the guys step out on a ledge and rank the studio releases from the mighty Led Zeppelin. With only 9 albums, one might think that this would be an easy task. Alas, no...it is not! Favorites or not, the crew manages to put Zeppelin's oeuvre in order of preference. Song-to-song, artwork, and many other details come into play as the guys try to agree on an order that does justice to one of the most respected catalogs in rock n' roll history. Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and all of our other Video Content on Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@vinylventures5943?sub_confirmation=1 Hear Our Podcasts on Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282 Listen on Google- https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARA Follow us on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/

"O Canada" did not become the official Canadian national anthem until 1980 with the passage of the National Anthem Act. As National anthems go, it is a beautiful song. On O Canada the Vinyl Ventures crew share some of their favorite Canadian Artists. For this show Blame Canada like the parents of a juvenile character in the 1999 animated film South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut did. The film featured a satirical song "Blame Canada", the parents, decide to blame Canada for the trouble their children are getting into since watching a Canadian-made film. The song was nominated for an Oscar, it did not win. Or even better yet Blame Vinyl Ventures! Hear our podcasts and subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../vinyl-ventures/id1495409282 Hear our podcasts and subscribe on Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c... Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943 Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

We sometimes take for granted the thought, inspiration, and investment that artists and their record companies put into how albums are presented. The guys take it for granted no longer, and share some of their favorite album packages and artwork. The album is an art form, in and of itself. The package finally gets it's due in this first of what will likely be many Nice Package! episodes. Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and all of our other Video Content on Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@vinylventures5943?sub_confirmation=1 Hear Our Podcasts on Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282 Google- https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS84MjE5NTMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi84sietJH-AhVFoYkEHeqcDocQ9sEGegQIARA Follow us on Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/

The Vinyl Ventures crew wraps up their Essential Album shows with the 10th installment. What started as a discussion list in the summer of 2021 has become some of the most popular shows on Vinyl Ventures. 100 albums each seems easy when you have a a few thousand in the collection. But in practice with each show it gets a little more challenging as some artists and bands get left off the list. It's a wrap on the Essential lists and this show is a great one. -Make sure to subscribe here on YouTube-- Here -Follow us on Facebook-- Here -Follow us on Instagram here-- Here

Crossroads Music show is the best vinyl community gathering in Indiana. The best One Day Shop in the state for vinyl records, 45s, CDs, DVDs, Cassettes, Posters, Stereo Equipment, and Music. In this special 50th episode the Vinyl Ventures crew takes the show on the road and talks with some of the colorful characters that make the Crossroads Music Show fantastic. Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943 Make sure to follow us here on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast?mibextid=LQQJ4d Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Greatest hits albums are sometimes snubbed by the vinyl community. Often these collections are a cash grab by record companies, and artists can be left out of the decision making process. Occasionally an artist sees their sales, presence and notoriety grow from Greatest Hits releases. It’s a mixed bag across the industry for sure. For the Vinyl Ventures crew, when to buy a Greatest Hits album versus albums in an artist’s catalog comes down to how they feel about the group. Some albums are essential, even if it is an artist that doesn't fully resonate with a listener. Picking which ones to buy Best-Ofs from and and which ones to do a deep catalog dive into is in the ears of the beholder. On this episode the guys recommend some of their favorite Greatest Hits Collections. Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other Video Content on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vinylventures5943?sub_confirmation=1 Make sure to follow us here on Facebook: facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

She Sides is the long-overdue show the Vinyl Ventures crew admittedly should have already done...many episodes ago. This time we're honoring and recognizing great female performers and bands who have made a mark on our musical tastes. We may have left some off but we'll undoubtedly re-visit this topic and do more shows that celebrate our favorite "She Sides". It just may be one small step for women and one giant leap for womankind. Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943 Make sure to follow us here on Facebook facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Nine is the fourth composite number, and the first composite number that is odd. 9 is the highest single-digit number in the decimal system. By Mihăilescu's theorem, 9 is the only positive perfect power that is one more than another positive perfect power, since the square of 3 is one more than the cube of 2. The Beatles created a sound collage with Revolution 9. For the band, saying number nine in songs was an inside joke. For the Vinyl Ventures crew Essential #9 means light at the end of the essential tunnel. Tune in and drop out, you will dig it.

This time around the turntable, we offer a love letter to vinyl enthusiasts. Okay...maybe not a love letter, but a celebration of love songs and/or non-love songs. This can be music that creates an ambiance, music that makes your little heart go pitter-patter, or music to express those heart-felt emotions we celebrate on the Hallmark-created Valentine's Day. The guys discuss a few records that are out of their typical wheelhouse and come up with some suggestions to celebrate the annual day of love. Happy V.D.!

A 50 year anniversary for some vintage releases. Singer songwriters were starting to make big waves in music, reggae was busting onto the scene and the Beatles 3 years post breakup were still relevant. MASH was a hit show on TV and the Miami Dolphins won the Super Bowl. A new album was under $5 and most concerts were under $10 to see future legends.

The Vinyl Ventures crew wraps up 2022 in our world. Highlighting some notable 2022 releases and paying tribute to some music greats the world lost. Live music came roaring back after the Covid years and vinyl continued its spectacular rebirth, with increased sales again. Most of all, the guys appreciate all the downloads and listens and look forward to a great 2023.

For over a year, the guys have wanted to sit with Keith Toombs for a Beatles-themed show. Well, it's here! In this episode, Keith discusses the origins of the album (as opposed to singles) and just how much at the forefront of the album the Beatles were. They broke ground in countless ways, and were one of the first bands to consider the album an art form. If that weren't enough, they were also one of the first groups to experiment within the art form to introduce the world to the Concept Album. The world owes a lot of the way we all think of an album to the Fab Four. So sit back, relax, have a spot of tea and enjoy this fantastic journey through the history of the Beatles and the album.

As the year winds down, the guys are walking the gravelly confines of the end of the Essential Albums road. This time, another 20 are revealed according to our fearless Venturers. Will the dark horses win out? Will the hits keep on coming? Tune in now and listen for the beginning...of the conclusion of our Essential Albums list. Don't Cost Nuthin'.

The 7th installment of the essential album list is like a James Bond film, change the characters (albums) and keep the same story-line resulting in a brilliant production. Maybe, just maybe, the Vinyl Ventures crew is creating a comparison that is a bit outlandish. But, on the essential show the boys break out some surprises to keep the list interesting.

The Urban Dictionary says - New Sh!t is a phrase that indicates a person has made some sort of significant change or has obtained something new. This could be anything from a relationship status change to obtaining something new/fresh or even suddenly bringing in a lot of money. It could pretty much be used to reference the recent purchase of fresh new anything such as weed or drugs. Or even a new job. Well, none of this sh!t applies, the VV guys are talking about releases from the last 20 years...that is the best a couple of old guys can do. Enjoy the show.