New Zealand Herald - Auckland,New Zealand
... There is no doubt, vinyl gives a warmer, more authentic sound because the needle
tracks one long continuous groove in the record. ...
Convert Your Vinyl Records to CD or MP3 Format
It really isn't difficult. Let us get you started with some of the things we learned by doing it ourselves. That music that is impossible to find on CD can be converted for use in your CD or MP3 player.
Cleaning your vinyl records -
Cleaning your vinyl records is important to preserve the vinyl records. Playing dirty vinyl records can cause the quality of the sound to degrade.
You asked, we answer -
Want to know how to handle, play and store your valuable vinyl record collection? After you have found them don't let your hard to find vinyl records become worthless - read this.
The vinyl record: a contemporary history
The vinyl record made it's mark on our culture and it hasn't disappeared. This medium continues to impact us through independent labels and DJ releases. If music speaks of our identity then so does the vinyl record; take a look at it's history.
Turntablism
Turntablism is a subgenre of pop music which emerged from hip hop - do you want to be a Turntabilist?
A short histroy of Rock and Roll
What do you know about Rock & Roll? Vinyl Records let us all share in this unique history.
What is Disco?
Vinyl records and Disco. It doesn't get any better than this. Also see Disco Artists and Musicians.
What is Funk?
Just like it says with Funk Musicians.
In the beginning phonographs were called Reproducers or Sound Boxes -
A great guide to those who are interested in vinyl record collecting or antiques. Great article for the curious or those thinking of buying a phonograph.
Our Featured Collectibles
Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr.
There are very few of these recordings and the history is quite unique. Right now it is not for sale but that might change if there were interest in it. Send me an email if you would like it on eBay and then register on our home page to get notifications of specials.
Scott Hamilton and his Jazz Sax - One of the best around
"Scott Hamilton is the premier 'mainstream' saxophonist of today...." Read about him, listen to his music and you will agree. His work belongs in any collection.
BILL HALEY'S CHICKS - Bill Haley and His Comets
"Wanna flip? Dig Bill Haley's chicks! There's Ida, Sweet As Apple Cider; Skinny Minnie and Lean Jean, on the slim side; Marie; Dinah and many many more..."
JAZZ AT STORYVILLE: The Dave Brubeck Trio and Quartet
"It was early Sunday afternoon, October 2, 1952, at George Wein's Storyville in Boston. Wyatt Ruther, who was then bassist for Brubeck, was unable to make the first set and Dave, Paul Desmond and drummer Lloyd Davis began to experiment in a mildly curious way..."
Songs By Tom Lehrer
"This recording of the imitable songs of Tom Lehrer has been issued, in spite of widespread popular demand for its suppression, primarily for the benefit of a small but diminishing group of admirers of his dubious talents..."
Glenn Miller Concert (Volume I)
"Released now for the first time, the eight numbers on this record, never previously recorded by Glenn Miller and his orchestra, represent one of the most important popular recording 'first editions' of the last several years..."
Reminiscing/Buddy Holly
"Does a person ever capture the wind...the world...just the right mood...a spirit? Many have tried and failed...but we know of one young man who just about did all of these things...our son, Buddy Holly..."
You'll Never Walk Alone
"The story of Roy Hamilton's rise from unknown singer to one of the most promising stars on the horizon is brief but heartening. With his first record, he created such a stir that fan clubs immediately developed..."
Runaround Sue
"What makes a Rock and Roll number a hit? A good tune? A solid beat? Sure. Catchy lyrics help, too. And many a song is given a boost by a solid arrangement. Anything else? You bet..."
Ella In Berlin -- Mack the Knife
"Norman Granz, president of Verve Records and personal manager for Ella Fitzgerald, introduces ELLA IN BERLIN -- MACK THE KNIFE..."
AROUND THE WORLD WITH BING!
"In this vocal world tour, Bing manages to hit some of the ports-of-call that linger lovingly in one's memory. From the Gaelic nostalgia of Galway Bay to the Gallic testimonial, I Love Paris, we have a parade of the world's enchanting tunes..."
THE REAL FOLK BLUES - Muddy Waters
"The soul of a man is the blues and Muddy Waters sings these songs with soul. As you listen to Muddy Waters, you will hear traces of the oldest forms in the blues field, and you can also hear traces of the changes that have taken place as these blues passed through time..."
THE FABULOUS FABIAN
"Here is America's boy-friend, presented to you in a special package, all done up in color, in black-and-white photos and (decidedly) 'in the groove...'"
JOHNNY MATHIS
"The five arrangers in this album have one other thing in common; all are keenly interested in contemporary serious music, and have done a certain amount of what might be called experimental writing. Under the circumstances, it is not surprising that these arrangements contain many elements seldom encountered in pop vocal accompaniments..."
BRIEFCASE FULL OF BLUES - Blues Brothers
"Jake had a vision. It was his, the only real one he'd ever had, and he clung to it. There had been too many messy gas station holdups with only some green stamps and a case of Valvoline to show for the risk. Joliet had always been full of schemes..."
Burl Ives
Actor, Singer, Writer
Vinyl Records In The News
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