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Recommending everything vinyl related
& enjoying craft beer during it

23/11/2025

Sábado de Spritz & Hits en📍Viñamor
Gracias a todos los que nos acompañaron y se unieron a la vibra. Nos vemos pronto 🤘🏼🫶🏻🍷

DEEP SPINS VOL. 7: | 🎧 Deftones - White PonyWelcome back! This series is about sharing the music that truly moves me—my ...
21/11/2025

DEEP SPINS VOL. 7: | 🎧 Deftones - White Pony
Welcome back! This series is about sharing the music that truly moves me—my personal, honest opinions and passions. I hope you enjoy the spin!

Today’s Deep Spin: Deftones - White Pony (2000).
Why it’s essential: I’ve been a fan since their first release, and this album is their undisputed masterpiece. After finally seeing them live at Corona Capital last weekend, this album hits different. I thought I’d be in the mosh pit, but the sheer sound, the crowd reaction, and the heavy guitar pounding my chest left me starstruck and overwhelmed. This album perfectly captures that raw power—where Chino Moreno’s haunting lyrics and vocals combine with crushing guitar riffs and dynamic drums.

MY FAVORITE LISTEN: The sheer sonic contrast. This album flips between crushing intensity and vast, atmospheric space. The dynamics are unreal, which is why it’s an essential, layered listen on vinyl. It brings me right back to that stage and that feeling of disbelief, marking off a serious bucket list item.
🤯 DEEP LORE (Significance):
* The Breakthrough: This was the album where the band actively pushed away from the Nu-Metal label, evolving into the complex, atmospheric Alt-Rock sound they are known for today.

* The Names: The title White Pony is slang for co***ne, but also refers to a fantasy of escaping the mundane—a key theme throughout the album’s lyrics.

* The Addition: The track “Passenger” is a legendary collaboration with Tool’s Maynard James Keenan, adding an unforgettable layer of dark atmosphere.

🔥 TRACK I CAN’T SKIP: “Digital Bath.” (A moody, beautiful track that perfectly showcases Chino Moreno’s stunning vocal range and the band’s atmospheric side).

NEXT SPINS (If you dug this):

* Atmospheric Metal? Try Tool - Lateralus.
* Concept Rock? Spin Queens of the Stone Age - Songs for the Deaf.
* Melodic Hardcore? Try Thrice - The Illusion of Safety.

HITS.N.HOPS: If you haven’t given this album a dedicated listen, you owe yourself the experience. What’s the one album you’ve found lately that you can’t stop spinning? 👇

La época de los mejores atardeceres está aquí! Que mejor que acompañarlos con buena música y unos buenos spritz y vinos ...
20/11/2025

La época de los mejores atardeceres está aquí! Que mejor que acompañarlos con buena música y unos buenos spritz y vinos al aire libre 🍷🍸

Este Sábado estaremos en 📍Cayala Zona 16 en A partir de las 4 pm hasta las 9 pm.

DEEP SPINS VOL. 6: | 🎧 Childish Gambino - Awaken, My Love!Welcome back! Sharing the music that truly moves me—my persona...
12/11/2025

DEEP SPINS VOL. 6: | 🎧 Childish Gambino - Awaken, My Love!
Welcome back! Sharing the music that truly moves me—my personal, honest passions.

Today’s Deep Spin: Childish Gambino - Awaken, My Love! (2016).
Why essential: This is a complete artistic rebirth. Donald Glover threw out his modern hip-hop persona, committing fully to a raw, psychedelic 70s Funk/Soul masterpiece. It marks a profound career shift and reminds us of analog music’s complex texture.

MY FAVORITE LISTEN: The sheer commitment to the groove. Vocals are distorted, guitars fuzzy, and bass impossibly deep. It rewards absorbing the full funk journey past the hit single.

🤯 DEEP LORE (Significance):
* The Rebirth: Glover stated the album was about killing Childish Gambino as a persona to make way for his truest artistic vision.
* Visual Vibe: The iconic cover and aesthetic were inspired by the Black Power movement of the late 60s/early 70s.
* Influences: It’s a tribute and fusion of Parliament/Funkadelic with smooth soul arrangements (Sly Stone).
* Analog Sound: Intentionally recorded using vintage gear for that authentic, warm, rich 70s vinyl texture.

🔥 TRACK I CAN’T SKIP: “Redbone.” (The hit, but the slow, smoldering groove and vocal falsetto embody the central aesthetic).

NEXT SPINS:

* 70s Psychedelic Funk? Try Funkadelic - Maggot Brain.
* Modern Soul/Groove? Spin D’Angelo - Voodoo.
* Atmospheric Rock? Try Tame Impala - Currents.

HITS.N.HOPS: If you haven’t given this album a dedicated listen, you owe yourself the experience. What’s the one album you’ve found lately that you can’t stop spinning? 👇

DEEP SPINS VOL. 5: | 🎧 Gorillaz - Demon DaysWelcome back! This series is about sharing the music that truly moves me—my ...
05/11/2025

DEEP SPINS VOL. 5: | 🎧 Gorillaz - Demon Days

Welcome back! This series is about sharing the music that truly moves me—my personal, honest opinions and passions. I hope you enjoy the spin!

Today’s Deep Spin: Gorillaz - Demon Days (2005).

Why it’s essential: This is more than a collection of global anthems—it’s a dark, sprawling concept album against media saturation and anxiety. If you’ve only heard the singles, we strongly recommend listening to the entire dystopian narrative from start to finish.

MY FAVORITE LISTEN: The masterful sequencing and how the deep cuts like “O Green World” build the narrative dread. On a good playback system (vinyl, high-quality stream, etc.), the dense, analog production and the contrast between the dark themes and the huge pop hooks hit with incredible force.

🤯 DEEP LORE:
* The Core Theme: Damon Albarn designed the record to reflect a world consumed by fear and constant information overload—the “demon days.”
* The Collaboration: The album features a massive cast, including De La Soul, Ike Turner, and Dennis Hopper, ensuring every track has a unique voice
* The Songwriting Leap: Albarn’s songwriting here is arguably his most effective, using the cartoon characters to deliver chilling, grown-up social commentary.

🔥 TRACK I CAN’T SKIP: “Dirty Harry.” (That perfect military-style percussion and the children’s choir create an immediate, chilling punch that epitomizes the album’s theme).

NEXT SPINS (If you dug this):
* Cinematic Trip-Hop? Try Massive Attack - Mezzanine.
* Alt-Rock Concept? Spin The Clash - London Calling.
* Eclectic Collaboration? Try Danger Mouse & Daniele Luppi - Rome

HITS.N.HOPS: This is an essential re-listen for every music fan. What’s the one album you’ve found lately that you can’t stop spinning? 👇

DEEP SPINS VOL. 4: | 🎧 The Seatbelts - Cowboy Bebop OSTWelcome back! This series is about sharing the music that truly m...
29/10/2025

DEEP SPINS VOL. 4: | 🎧 The Seatbelts - Cowboy Bebop OST

Welcome back! This series is about sharing the music that truly moves me—my personal, honest opinions and passions. I hope you enjoy the spin!

Today’s Deep Spin: The Seatbelts - Cowboy Bebop OST.
Why it’s essential: This is more than a soundtrack; it’s a genre-defining fusion masterpiece that stands alone as one of the most brilliant instrumental albums of the last 30 years. It’s the perfect blend of cool, cosmic chaos, and incredible musicianship.

MY FAVORITE LISTEN: The way composer Yoko Kanno gives the music complete freedom. I was thrilled to find this copy—a total surprise find while crate-digging at Rough Trade in London! That’s the beauty of finding vinyl in the wild. The band effortlessly jumps between bebop, blues, rock, and opera—it sounds like five different albums perfectly stitched together.

🤯 DEEP LORE:
* The Composer’s Vision: The Seatbelts were a massive, rotating collective led by the genius Yoko Kanno.
* The Music as a Character: Kanno famously wrote the music before the show’s animation, making the music a central, irreplaceable character.
* The Scale: The album covers over 20 unique genres of music, making it the ultimate record to explore on vinyl.

🔥 TRACK I CAN’T SKIP: “Tank!” (That explosive opening horn riff and walking bass line is the most recognizable groove in modern music).

NEXT SPINS (If you dug this):
* Essential Jazz Fusion? Try Weather Report - Heavy Weather.
* Cinematic Sound? Spin The Cinematic Orchestra -Ma Fleur.
* Funky Soundtrack? Try Curtis Mayfield - Super Fly.

HITS.N.HOPS: If you haven’t heard this album, you owe yourself the listening experience. What’s the one album you’ve found lately that you can’t stop spinning? 👇

DEEP SPINS VOL. 3: | 🎧 Herbie Hancock - Head Hunters Welcome back! This series is about sharing the music that truly mo...
22/10/2025

DEEP SPINS VOL. 3: | 🎧 Herbie Hancock - Head Hunters

Welcome back! This series is about sharing the music that truly moves me—my personal, honest opinions and passions. I hope you enjoy the spin!

Today’s Deep Spin: Herbie Hancock - Head Hunters (1973).
Why it’s essential: This is the perfect fusion of jazz sophistication and irresistible funk. It’s the record that introduced electric jazz to the mainstream and is an essential item for any serious collector.

MY FAVORITE LISTEN: The legendary “Chameleon” groove. 15 minutes of pure sonic pleasure; it’s the album that unlocked jazz for a new generation.

🤯 DEEP LORE:
* The Goal: Herbie wanted music people could dance to again.
* The Cover: The mask blends ancient Goli culture with futuristic funk.
* The Secret: The whistle on “Watermelon Man” is literally percussionist Bill Summers blowing into a beer bottle.

🔥 TRACK I CAN’T SKIP: “Sly.” (A slow-burn funk journey dedicated to Sly Stone).

NEXT SPINS (If you dug this):
* Jazz-Funk Groove? Try Miles Davis - Bi***es Brew.
* Analogue Funk? Spin The New Mastersounds - Renewed.
* Keyboard Legends? Try Chick Corea - Return to Forever.

This is the kind of stuff that makes discovering music (even old) so unique. If you haven’t heard this album, you owe yourself the listening experience. What’s the one album you’ve found lately that you can’t stop spinning? 👇
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> NMF: Essential Listening Is Here! 🎧> Every Friday, we’re diving deep into the new releases to find the essential music...
10/10/2025

> NMF: Essential Listening Is Here! 🎧

> Every Friday, we’re diving deep into the new releases to find the essential music that needs to be on your turntable.

> This week’s drop is packed with variety. Which of these picks are you spinning first?

> This Week’s Essential Four for Discovery:

> 🎵 The Crossover Hit (Khalid): Late-night R&B vibes are here. A huge release for the charts—is this album a keeper?

> 🎸 The Comeback (Yellowcard): Major nostalgia and massive riffs! A powerful alt-rock return that’s essential listening for the Vinyl Knockout crowd.

> ✨ The Dreamy Indie (Jay Som): Critically-acclaimed, dreamy guitars perfect for a chill spin. This one is high on our pre-order list!

> 🥁 The Modern Groove (Makaya McCraven): Hip-hop influenced jazz that the Tom Misch crowd will eat up. Essential listening for the audiophiles!

> WANT IT ON VINYL? If you love any of these, let us know in the comments! We can pre-order or source any album for your collection.

> Head over to our Stories RIGHT NOW to see all four essential picks and let us know if any of them made your playlist! Then, share your own discovery in the question box! 👇

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Poll: Did you discover something new to add to your playlist?

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