Surface Noise | Bonus Trax: Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned

In this BONUS TRAX episode of Surface Noise, the conversation gets personal as the panel shares the biggest Mistakes Made and Lessons Learned throughout their vinyl collecting journey. Every collector has a story—and sometimes the most expensive education comes from experience. From buying the wrong pressings, overpaying for records, and selling albums we wish we'd kept, to trusting the wrong sellers, misjudging record grades, making impulse purchases, and letting once-in-a-lifetime opportunities slip away, we reflect on the successes, regrets, and hard-earned wisdom that shaped us into smarter collectors. Bringing it home, Concert Buddie shares some pickups from a quick run to the Windy City by way of Indy, and a couple of bonafide grails that he secured in his bag. Regardless if you're just starting your vinyl journey or have been collecting for decades, these stories offer practical advice, cautionary tales, and relatable experiences that can help you avoid common pitfalls while building a collection you'll truly enjoy. This BONUS TRAX conversation is packed with insights that every collector can appreciate! ⤵️⤵️⤵️⤵️⤵️⤵️ For more on host Concert Buddie: https://www.youtube.com/@ConcertBuddie https://concertbuddie.com IG: @concertbuddie For more on guest Michael (Clash City Rocker): https://www.youtube.com/@flahertymt65 For more guest Kendall (aka Spin Doctor and His Vinyl Mayhem): https://www.youtube.com/@spindoctorandhisvinylmayhem For more on the immortal Jose Moreno Rahn (aka John Bong, aka Al Pacino) returns: https://www.youtube.com/@josemorenorahn https://auroracentralrecords.bandcamp.com For more on Chris (Groove Seeker): https://www.youtube.com/@Groove_Seeker IG: @thegrooveseeker For more on Jason Roxas: https://www.youtube.com/@JasonRoxas For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts: https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com . . . . Don't forget to visit FOTS (friends of the show) Vinyl Storage Solutions for the BEST sleeves to protect your best records (and your worst). VCP10 For more information on the Spinz Vinyl App for IOS and taking your collecting game to the next level, get your free download here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/spinz-vinyl-record-scanner/id6758249212