V&V Ep. 138 Rainer Fronz (Learning Curve Records & Caterwaul Fest)

Do you know Rainer Fronz? In some way you probably do, but it's the plight of the person behind the curtain that few people ever seem to see or notice the efforts of a guy like Rainer. As it is for most record label owners. Fans notice the artists and albums a label puts out more than the guy that's making it happen. Sometimes that's just the way they want it to be. And it's my opinion that only after having had this short conversation with him, he seems to be the type that isn't looking for credit. Knowing you're doing good work and bring joy into people's lives is all one should need in this world, and that's the way I see Rainer. So why have this conversation? Well, for a few of reasons. First, the dude owns Learning Curve Records which has been putting out great music from bands like Hey Colossus, Bronson Arm, Intercourse, Bummer, Gay Witch Abortion, Vaz and even The Hold Steady for the past 25 years. Second, he has co founded Caterwaul Fest which is in its 5th year and is coming up quick! If you haven't got tickets yet, do that now here:https://ticketstripe.com/caterwaul2026Third, as a label owner and fest promoter, getting the word out about these things is part of the job! Fourth, Rainer's not doing so great health wise. He's actually first in line for a heart transplant at the moment and this conversation came to you directly from his hospital room. All of this being said, there are clearly many way in which you can help support Rainer, but if buying all the records from Learning Curve is maybe a little too much to ask, or attending all three nights of Caterwaul there is one more way you can help and that's the GoFundMe set up for Rainer which you can find here:https://gofund.me/833b024e1or buy the records here:https://lcrdistro.com/Thank you in advance. And if you'd like to find out more about us and what we do, please visit www.psychic-static.comTheme song written and performed by Jeff Robbins of 123 Astronaut and Orbit.