Fake movie bands are a big deal. You go to the movies wanting to be entertained, so if you watch a film with a fictional band, you want them to do a number of things: You want them to entertain you, have great songs, be able to play their instruments, and sometimes provide comedy relief. Hell, that’s more than you ask from some real bands! We feel these fake movie bands … [Read more...] about Top 10 Fake Movie Bands You’d Love To See Perform Live
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Looking For Vinyl In Colombia
I recently booked a trip to Colombia to take in its vast heritage, beautiful sights, and exciting sounds. It was also the perfect chance to discover what the country had to offer, vinyl-wise. With flight ticket in hand, I was off to Colombia. It might not be the first travel destination on everyone's list, but for me, it’s a land of mystery and beauty. Many people believe it’s … [Read more...] about Looking For Vinyl In Colombia
Vinyl And Video Games: An Unlikely Joining Of Forces
We take a look at the recent phenomenon of video game soundtracks on vinyl and why this fun and interesting mix is great for both industries. Who would have thought that vinyl and video games would form an unlikely partnership? One is a technology that was invented as far back as 1877, the other only came into being in the early 1970s - almost 100 years apart. If you step … [Read more...] about Vinyl And Video Games: An Unlikely Joining Of Forces
Abbey Road Album Playback: Brian Eno’s Early Works
Vinyl Chapters gets an invite to the legendary Abbey Road Studios to listen to the new half-speed remastered recordings of Brian Eno’s early works. Of course we said yes! As I walk past the myriad of tourists waltzing along the zebra crossing trying to recreate the classic Beatles album cover, and then look over to music fans scrawling their band names and love messages onto … [Read more...] about Abbey Road Album Playback: Brian Eno’s Early Works
5 Ways To Transform Your Unwanted Vinyl
Vinyl Chapters writer Poppy Scarlett takes an unconventional look at different ways to transform your unwanted vinyl that you never thought possible. Dig out those damaged records or the ones you don't listen to anymore and give these a go! Now, we all know that vinyl is an incredible way to listen to our most treasured artist or genre of music. But what if there … [Read more...] about 5 Ways To Transform Your Unwanted Vinyl
I haven’t been listening to any music lately. What’s up?
Have you been struggling to listen to music lately? Read on to hear about one of our writer's thoughts on this, and ways you can get back to your happy place! Have you been asking yourself recently, "what's been inspiring me?" Are you struggling to think of many artists, or instantly think of your 'go to' artists that you've known for years? You may feel like listening to … [Read more...] about I haven’t been listening to any music lately. What’s up?