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Wine, Wax, and Wanderlust: The Story of Stylus Wine & Vinyl Bar🍷✨What happens when you mix a world-traveling drummer with a veteran sommelier? You get Stylus Wine and Vinyl Bar, one of the most unique high-fidelity listening spaces in the Pacific Northwest.In this episode, we sit down with Robby French to discuss how he and his wife, Krista, turned a 14-country backpacking trip into a thriving business in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. From getting inspired by metal-heavy record bars in Amsterdam to curating a 5,500+ record library, Robby shares the blueprint for blending two distinct passions into a community-driven success story.Inside This Episode:The "Gap Year" Spark: How traveling the world (and a global pandemic) shaped their business vision.Curation is Key: A look at how Krista’s 20-year wine expertise meets Robby’s 25-year vinyl obsession.Breaking the "Quiet" Stereotype: Why they ditched the formal wine bar vibe for a lively, high-fidelity experience.The 7-Month Milestone: How Stylus became profitable almost overnight by focusing on community and quality.Visit Stylus Wine and Vinyl Bar:📍 Coeur d'Alene, Idaho🌐 https://styluswineandvinylbar.com📸 @styluswineandvinylbarIf you’re a music lover, a hospitality pro, or a budding entrepreneur, this conversation is packed with gems on how to build a brand that resonates.Don’t forget to:✅ Subscribe for more deep dives into records, people, and music.🔔 Hit the bell to never miss an episode.💬 Drop a comment: What’s the first record you’d request at a bar like Stylus?#VinylCommunity #WineAndVinyl #HighFidelity #Entrepreneurship #StylusCDA #RecordsPeopleMusic #wine #podcast

Reclaiming the soul of Philadelphia, one record at a time. In this episode, we sit down with Rashied Amon, owner of a standout vinyl shop in Mount Airy, Philly. What started as a discovery of his father’s hidden DJ stash in a grandmother’s attic turned into a mission to preserve and celebrate the rich legacy of Black music.From thrift store hunting across the country to amassing a curated collection of over 8,000 vintage albums, Rashied shares the highs and lows of running a niche record store in today's vinyl resurgence.In this video, we explore:The "Attic Find": How a family legacy sparked a business.Preserving the Culture: The importance of reclaiming vintage R&B, Soul, Funk, and Jazz.Philly’s Vinyl Scene: Navigating the neighborhood-centric world of record collecting.The Business of Vinyl: What it takes to stand out in a digital world.✨ Visit the Shop: If you’re in Philadelphia, make sure to stop by Rashied’s shop in Mount Airy to dig through some of the best vintage Black music in the country!#VinylCulture #Philadelphia #BlackMusicHistory #RecordStore #VinylCommunity #RashiedAmon #SupportLocal #hiphop #skatingrink

Join us as we explore the vibrant vinyl scene in Blue Ridge, Georgia, with store owner Steffen. Discover how a passion for music and community has transformed his life and business, and get insider tips on record collecting, store operations, and upcoming Record Store Day highlights.#vinylrecords #BlueRidge #recordstore #RSD #musiccollection #vinyltips #vinylcommunity #bigfoot What we cover:-The story behind opening Deaf Man Vinyl in Blue Ridge-Record Store Day preparations and strategies-The art of record collecting and finding grailsChapters:00:00 Exploring Blue Ridge, Georgia's Squatchy Mystique03:05 The Heart of Appalachian Music05:55 From Journalism to Vinyl: Steffen's Journey09:03 Navigating the Vinyl Market: New vs. Used11:57 Grails and Guilty Pleasures in Vinyl Collecting15:07 Customer Connections and Vinyl Discoveries17:54 Celebrity Sightings and Guerrilla Marketing for Vinyl20:58 The Stories Behind Vinyl Collections21:27 Rediscovering Vinyl Collections25:04 Negotiation Tactics in Vinyl Buying25:29 Record Store Day: A Celebration of Vinyl32:28 Hot Releases and Anticipated Albums39:03 The Local Vinyl Scene and Community EngagementResources:Website - https://deafmanvinyl.comYouTube - https://youtube.com/deafmanvinylInstagram - https://instagram.com/deafmanvinylRecord Store Day - https://recordstoreday.comRSD Market - https://rsdmrkt.com

From the Road to the Studio: Eddie Roberts on the Future of The New Mastersounds. After 26 years of defining modern funk, Eddie Roberts (guitarist and President of Color Red Records) joins the RPM Podcast to discuss a massive turning point for The New Mastersounds.Who is in his new band "The Breaks?" Just two of the funkiest musicians around. We take a look at their debut album...and will there be a second on the way?In this episode, we dive deep into why one of the hardest-working bands in soul-jazz is stepping away from the "minivan grind" of touring to focus on pure analog creativity and the future of the Color Red empire.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Band Update01:32 Why Master Sounds Ended Touring02:44 The Challenges of European-Based Bands03:48 Memorable Live Performances and Collaborations04:23 Musical Influences: Jazz, The Meters, and Funk05:46 Discovering Music Through Mixtapes and Record Stores07:01 The Evolution of Vinyl and Music Engagement08:46 Introducing The Breaks and Future Projects10:50 The Connection Between Musicians and Long-Term Collaborations13:01 The Role of Record Labels and Vinyl Clubs15:19 Making and Releasing Music During the Pandemic16:42 Supporting Artists and the Future of Physical Media18:52 The Significance of Record Pressing and Vinyl Reissues20:46 The Active Listening Experience of Vinyl21:58 Supporting Bands Through Physical Media23:59 Upcoming Releases and Denver Music SceneAbout Eddie Roberts & Color RedEddie Roberts isn't just a world-class guitarist; he is a visionary producer. Through his label, Color Red, he has captured the performances of over 2,000 musicians, preserving the warmth of analog sound for a new generation of vinyl collectors.Check out Color Red Records: www.color-red.comwww.newmastersounds.comFollow The New Mastersounds:  @newmastersounds   @ColorRedMusic  @wearethebreaks @theeddieroberts🎧 Support the RPM PodcastIf you love vinyl culture and deep-dive interviews with the legends of groove, please Subscribe and hit the bell icon! 🔔Follow us on Instagram:  @RecordsPeopleMusic  Video provided by Color Red Records PR team. #TheNewMastersounds #EddieRoberts #ColorRedRecords #ModernFunk #VinylCommunity #SoulJazz #GuitarInterview #RPMPodcast #TheMeters #AnalogRecording #FunkMusic #wearethebreaks