Terrific video...trip down memory lane for the classic vinyl days! Haven't been able to spin Def Leppard since I found out I was allergic to gluten, gleeten, glauten, globen...

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness. You never disappoint. 😆😆😆

@likeitornotwithmichaellane4896

Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 Great one!!!

Even though I have been buying for 50 years & have around 2000 records I never considered myself as a collector. I do not have any multiple copies, special boxsets, Mo Fi's, limited copy etc. I buy records just to play them. I am so glad I bought 90% of my records in my youth where I paid between $3.99 & $7.99 all OG's. I still buy a couple of records every month. Mostly the $25 to $40 ones. I'm cheap!

@happyhippythevinylguy

Жыл бұрын

Bro that's great! I'm that way for the most part but I do buy box sets 🎶🎵✌️

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

It's wonderful that you kept the records of your childhood. No doubt, you are very happy about that. ♥️😀 I buy with the intention to play all of my records as well. Thank you and take care.

@vinylwood

Жыл бұрын

That's me exactly. See comment

@johnhegarty1761

Жыл бұрын

I have probably close to 1200 albums and 600 45's, and I am the same way I still have all of my old records and I will still look through the cheap sections of a store to find a gem. Because I find a lot of times that although the outer sleeve maybe rough the vinyl inside is immaculate and hell I'm not going to play the outer sleeve! I also love how when you are looking through these sections you've got some self-professed audiophile looking over your shoulder to see what you are looking at and then if you do choose something they give a condescending look their nose down glance. Surprise! people I don't know you nor will I probably care to, so your condescending looks don't bother me at all because I know that when I get home I am going to play that SOB, instead of putting all of my accumulation on a pedestal and bragging all over the internet I am enjoying what I have and not Lording over everyone which is why I bought it in the first place!

@RocknRonni

Жыл бұрын

Hello Melinda great video as per usual welcome to the veteran record collectors club watching your video I was thinking how enjoyable has been watching you through your record collecting journey and watching you making the same decisions that I did during my journey. On the blue note records I think at first collecting most of them was very good because they were all good records but now like you I'm just cherry picking the ones I really like. ❤ RocknRoni

My vinyl habits have changed a lot since the prices started their rise. I've actually started buying a lot more CDs, and saving vinyl purchases for just the really special occasions. I still have my vinyl Eliminator from '83. 😎 I too am no longer going to record stores. And I too am happy I got the vast majority of things I wanted before the prices rose! I think you are spot on, asking people not to send you things outside the YT platform. It's very reasonable to ask that. Cheers - Glenn

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I caught the tail end of the prices still being fair and thankfully, I got most of what I wanted as well. Thank you for your opinion about social media. That was an uncomfortable topic to bring up but it needed to be said. 🙂 Take care.

I stopped going to brick and mortar record stores mainly because of the rampant price gouging now compared to 4 or 5 years ago. Back then you could get some fair prices, but not anymore. What bugs me the most is that the store owners never consider condition of the record. They just say "I charge less that what they ask on Discogs." That gets old pretty fast.

@jem550

Жыл бұрын

That's the same thing that is happening at my local antique stores in my area. Seriously seeing record conditions that are honestly unplayable and seller is asking Discog pricing. Ridiculous.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I think some record stores are using Discogs as a way to price their records. I understand that it's convenient to do. It seems like they would take the price that they bought the record for and then have a certain percentage of mark up. That would be a fair formula for everyone and would keep the prices low at the small shops. That's just my opinion and I'm not an expert. Lol. Thank you and take care.

@rgudmundsson

Жыл бұрын

​@The underpants of doom. Here in the Us, both in NYC/ Boston/ Philadelphia/New Jersey, and Dallas/Houston thrifts no longer get records that are desireable or even playable.

@rabarebra

Жыл бұрын

They're on the gravy train.

@BboyCorrosive

Жыл бұрын

@The underpants of doom. Yep, I've eased back from the place I previously considered a gold mine that specialised in the type of Hip Hop I like. I can get 3x as much on Discogs for the same price, even with the postage.

Thanks for sharing that wonderful story about listening to your ZZ Top tape with your mum. Couldn't agree more that seeing an album you used to have or are familiar with after an absence is like seeing an old friend again.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

That ZZ Top record definitely holds a lot of memories for me. The nostalgia is part of what makes records so special. Thank you and take care.

I really liked what you said about not having to buy every release that comes out. And being able to pick and choose. I think that's important because it can get overwhelming sometimes with the amount of albums and reissues coming out all the time.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I do have to pick and choose now but that's a better problem than when vinyl was nearly extinct. I'm thankful for all of the choices. 😃 Thank you and take care.

This is great content; love how you evoke your excitement of discovery with personal history, talking about traveling adventures with your husband, etc. And you're reminding of inarguable classics both huge like Eliminator, and lost gems like Buckingham Nicks. Hooray for doing such a valuable channel both informative and very interesting.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! ♥️😀

I really love your videos, Melinda. Thank you for always sharing what's on your mind. You're such a blessing. Cheers! 🍻❤

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! ♥️😀

I really like your channel, and I don't remember you ever delving into the endless arguments over equipment that KZread seems to think I want to hear, now that they've figured out I like records. I have to agree that the world of hunting for vinyl has changed dramatically just in this past year. A few weeks ago I went to a "100 mile yard sale", and didn't see a single record anywhere. I absolutely feel like many of the places I used to look are "cleaned out" as you said. It would be a sad day if I couldn't find something to buy at my weekly visits to my local store, but I can see that on the horizon. I don't even feel like I'm seeking out things that are in high demand. Your videos keep me enthusiastic, even when the surprising finds are less frequent.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I'm with you. I'm still passionate about music and vinyl but the surprise finds have really dried up lately. Thank you and take care.

@rabarebra

Жыл бұрын

@@MelindaMurphy There's still tons of music to explore. Open your mind a little.

I remember the first album I bought myself, I was 9 (1974), Went to a local shop and bought Kiss - Hotter Than Hell for $4.99. I still have it and listen to it.

@isofixyh

Жыл бұрын

Nice 👍 Their greatest record

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

What a great memory. I'm glad you still have it. 🥰 Thank you and take care.

@dennisdittes4420

Жыл бұрын

Bought Hotter than Hell as my first album in 1974 at age nine as well at Two Guys. My copy is still in great shape. Love that album!

@kbrewski1

10 ай бұрын

You made an income when you were 9? Lemonade stand? 😮

@baybae92

6 ай бұрын

Honestly, record prices have gone down for the average buyer! Between all of the USD $22-30 regular pressings I see out these days. $4.99 in 1974 is like $32.10 in 2024. Also, banger of an album! You’ve inspired me to pull out my 1976 copy!

Always a thought provoking topic! Yes, my buying habits have changed because A) my collection has gotten bigger and at first I was buying to build a coll 21:15 ection B) the cost has gone up, so I need to be more discerning with my dollars. As far as the second part of your video, you expressed yourself in such a kind and gentle manner. I hope that no one gives you any grief!

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

So far, everyone has been kind. Thank you for the encouragement. ♥️ Have a great night!

Good video Melinda, glad that you shared your new habits/desires for collecting LPs. It just means that when you do stop and shop at a store, your purchases will mean much more to you. Also, I've said this for years, you give to get. You "get" the instant gratification of being online, researching, etc... in the name of curiosity OR connecting with a friend/family member; BUT (BIG BUT) you "give" up your privacy and expose yourself to scams/viruses/etc. Keep your videos coming, always enjoy them.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Yes, we do lose some privacy which is unfortunate. I have gained so much from having my channel though. I have the privilege of getting to know some amazing people that love vinyl and music as much as I do. It's definitely worth it. Thank you so much and have a great day. 😀

Hello Melinda ! Good points ! First : Your daughter comes waaaay ahead of records. I’m sure she loves having you visit every weekend. Second : Don’t worry what other people think if you’re responding or not. Third : Coming to your personal completion of an artist/band is only natural in my opinion. When you feel done , you’re done. Fourth : I focus my 45 collecting on my #1 : Mike Oldfield. I’ve got it ALL ! I also collects cheap , silly pop 7’s from my clubbing/disco/schooldance-days between -79 to -88.…….And fifth : You just keep them videos coming. We look forward to them. Take care /A&R

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

You're very sweet! Thank you for the kind words. Buying 45's has been a lot of fun but I have definitely slowed down. It's very cool that you are a completist with Mike Oldfield. ♥️ Take care.

Side note on that Def Leppard album. The last couple of years it was pretty rare to find a copy in the wild. But this year I’m seeing them all over the place. One store had three copies last week! I loved that album when it came out. I remember going to a friend’s birthday party in 3rd grade, and he got a couple copies of that as gifts, and also a couple copies of “High n’ Dry”. It was like that for my birthday when Van Halen’s 1984 came out. I got a couple vinyl albums of that as gifts.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

That's pretty interesting. Did a good reissue or box set come out? 🤔

@mlblue5355

Жыл бұрын

@@MelindaMurphy I think they did a box set, but I didn’t hear about the quality of it. But just been seeing more of the originals out there now.

My collecting habits started with getting whatever artists, albums and songs I was interested in. When compact discs came to town, it was great to finally obtain material that was at times mega-rare. Nowadays, I definitely find myself wanting only obscure oldies and rare label compilations. Like many have stated, I have much of what I was initially seeking, and the material remaining I’d like to find is just not easy to come by. It happens with many of us sooner or later. Good video, Melinda. There are times when you simply have to lay it out in terms of things that are bothering you. Keep up the great work…ENJOY WHAT YOU HAVE!🥳😊

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I definitely agree with your sentiment. I am grateful for what I have. Take care. ♥️

Hey Melinda! I remember going to Matt's every weekend especially when I first got my license, and even during COVID. But like you said prices have gone way up! It is hard to go every weekend and spend the money. I have never had any luck at antique stores in the area. They always seemed to be damaged and overpriced. My habits have definitely changed over the years in some of the same ways you have. Girl I 100% agree, there is no need in clogging up your DM's with a ton of links. I also think you handled the situation in a great way. You are very reasonable and have reservations that I completely understand. I would have those same reservations. I don't think you have a mean bone in your body Melinda, you are the sweetest! Have a great week, and an even better weekend! 💕

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Marichen! ♥️ You're so sweet! I hope you're having an awesome week. Take care.

I love the Beatles, for me they are a standout in my life. 1964 i was eight years young. So they are very special to me.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

That must have been a magical time. You grew up in an amazing time for music. No other band will ever be like The Beatles. ♥️

Great video Melinda. I stopped collecting 45’s as well. I have 50+ or so singles. I only have the one or two hit wonders of the 80’s hits that I didn’t want the entire album of. It’s just an opinion but one of my favorite KZreadrs made a good point… we all know about “Like, Subscribe and Notification Bell” by now, and I must agree with him that it’s actually kind of annoying to hear a KZreadr say it. It comes off desperate and just seems unnecessary to say anymore. Myself, I’ve Never Liked, Subscribed or hit the Notification bell Just because a KZreadr asked me to. Anyway, just my opinion. Have a great day :)

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I still like 45's but I have really slowed down on purchasing them. I understand the mixed feelings about bringing up the "subscribe" KZread stuff. Many successful KZreadrs say it helps but I'm not really sure. Thank you and take care.

I love how your videos mirror a lot of the journey we lifelong collectors go through. The “stop buying so much Jazz” point really hit home… I’ve scoured thrift stores for decades, and I got to enjoy the boom of cheap awesomeness, but now the pickings are always slim and every time I see an obscure Jazz album I’ve tempted to buy it. YES, it will be a great listen. But then it becomes yet another jazz album by some random artist that sits in my collection. And 45s for me are just too much work with not enough reward. If I explore a record store I probably won’t even look at their 45s because I simply don’t find them engaging enough. Interestingly enough, my best friend (another record collector) has had a career in radio, so 45s are always on his radar, and he’s always looking for single mixes and edits. Every collector is different!

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

It's great that we all have our special preferences. I enjoy 45's and jazz. Lol. 😃 Thank you and take care.

Love that you did Pyromania! I still have my album after all these years. I got it when it came out and I was a sophomore in college. It's still one of my all time favorites.😻🏆🔥

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I love that record and I remember how happy I was to see it at an antique store. ♥️ The early days of buying vinyl were wonderful. Thank you and take care.

So funny M. Just this past Saturday I was cleaning out my garage and I have some old shelves I bought when first started collecting vinyl like 18 yeas ago. I looked at them and literally said out loud "Those were some fun times" LOL My collection is 1000 times more complete today, 10,000 times more valuable, 100 times more music to listen to...yet NOTHING will ever compare to those first days of dollar bin hopping and just buying and digging without a care in the world lol. You went into a record store with $40 and came out with 25-30 FANTASTIC records that literally will cost you $350 today lol.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

The first year of vinyl collecting is magical. 🥰 I wish I had started collecting even sooner. Thank you and take care.

@ConcertBuddie

Жыл бұрын

Preach! Those were some good ‘ol days of collection building 😁

Hello Melinda, very interesting video. Although I love vinyls, especially for the great cover art, I mostly buy CDs mainly for economic reasons. I live in France and the prices of vinyls are crazy. Even in yard sales, people are selling poorly interesting records, sometimes in bad shape for ridiculous prices. I love music but I simply cannot afford to buy these fancy audiophile reissues. Now the real bargain are CDs, they are sometimes very cheap and you can even find some rarities for a reasonable price. And honestly, most of the time, I find that the sound quality of CDs is awesome. Overall, my personal feeling is that the supposedly superior sound quality of vinyls is exaggerated and more a fantasy than a reality.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

So many people are switching to CD's. I wonder if they will make a big comeback soon? Thank you and take care.

@kbrewski1

10 ай бұрын

We call them "records".

@thierrydefrance7220

10 ай бұрын

excuse my french 😁@@kbrewski1

@florianm3170

10 ай бұрын

Hah, sans lire vôtre commentaire j'ai écrit exactement la même chose.I wrote the same thing

@kbrewski1

10 ай бұрын

@@thierrydefrance7220 I actually coined the phrase "pardon my French".

Great video as always. Your thoughts at the end were very well explained. And I’m sure those people behind the Instagram messages know you have no ill will, only good intentions. You always carry yourself with great dignity. Keep the quality coming Melinda.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words. Some great channels do it and I agree, they mean no harm. Thanks again and have a great day.

Always look forward to your videos and your connection to younger days and your mother touch our hearts......a true genuine heart and honest collector reviews. Take care .

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! ♥️

I'm not even going to comment on the social media aspect of your vid, social media has become a nightmare, even when your just trying to share with like minded people. That said, I stopped "crate digging" a long time ago, everyone thinks they're sitting on a gold mine. I'm down to 1 or 2 albums a month, on line, only the ones I really want and at the price I'm willing to pay. That's just what the market has become. In the mean time, CDs are filling the holes until when, and if, I can add the vinyl version. It's a shame because I've been a "Vinyl First" collector, but things are getting out of hand.

@jayvalentine2046

Жыл бұрын

Words out of my mouth I'm with you 100 percent

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I understand completely. I'm still only buying vinyl but I have definitely slowed down. Thank you and take care.

Good that you visit your daughter. Sounds like the right choice over record stores.

@JimmyV1530

Жыл бұрын

Great video Melinda, I agree on some of your points, I also do not go to antique stores anymore, mostly because they over inflate the price for every day albums that are not in good condition. I was alai never a Jazz guy until covid and all the you tube videos that I watched would always talk about them and once I dove in with Blue Note, I just loved them all but I have drastically cut back, I just can't listen & afford them all but I do love what I have. Have a great rest of the week.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

The choices we are getting for jazz are incredible but there are too many to be able to buy them all. Thank you and take care.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I agree. She may not always live this close to us so we are spending as much time with her as we can. ♥️ Thank you and take care.

Hi Melinda. Interesting video, especially the 5 ways you no longer buy vinyl. As collectors I assume we all evolve and refine our tastes over time, so your points about the Beatles (who ultimately produced a finite amount of music!) and jazz are relatable. More regrettable perhaps is that you no longer have many opportunities to visit record shops. That one could be worth looking into a bit further, it is one of the true pleasures of our hobby! Greetings from London.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I agree. There is nothing better than record digging.♥️ I do miss it but I no longer have a record store where I live. Thank you and take care.

Mention of Request puts me in mind of a live act I heard say 'we don't normally do requests, only when asked'. Made me smile. Nice post Melinda.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Haha! I like that. Thank you! 😃♥️

Hey Melinda, I've been catching up on some of your videos over the last few weeks and enjoying them and just wanted to say hi. I've been in the ICU for a couple of weeks and in the hospital/recovery and probably will be up through the beginning of mid-June. Believe it or not, it appears I got bit by a mosquito and got encephalitis a little over 3 weeks ago. I went to the hospital with a severe headache and everything's been pretty strange since then but I'm back to feeling normal but being stuck in a rehab until I can get something medically done soon. Anyhow, I just wanted to reply to one of the videos I've been watching and let you know I will be back hopefully sooner than later. I've got about 15 LPs that have arrived at home since I've been in the hospital waiting on me to get home :-) I think by the time I get home and maybe closer to 30. Just on a side note too, I don't know if it was a reissue or what but a great album came out again a couple of weeks ago and I pre-ordered it from Amazon. It's called King's X - Gretchen Goes to Nebraska. I've spent about $100 for my first 2 LP repurchase of it about 2 years ago. It sounded spectacular and then some. But I thought I'd mention it to you because I'm sure you'd recognize some of the songs and I think it's a rocking great album. It's actually a 2 LP but I even bought myself a backup one so now I have three. The last two that were released I can't remember but they might have been a little bit higher class pressings? I can't see good here in the hospital so if you look on Amazon you'll probably find them. I paid $50 a piece for them and I just wanted to recommend them, or at least one of them, in case you got a chance to check it out and see what you thought. King's X is a very underrated band from the 1980s and on it through today. But their first few albums were their bests back in the 1980s. I can't really proofread anything here now so hopefully Google got it right. Thanks for the videos and hopefully I'll be back home and can say hello again soon... Man I miss my ,🎶music and kicking back at home 👍🎶👍 Brian in Fort Worth

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Hi Brian! First off, I wish you a very speedy recovery. What happened to you is terrible. I hope you can go home with a clean bill of health very soon. Thank you for the suggestion. It sounds like you are very passionate. Best wishes to you. Take care.

@Bootradr

Жыл бұрын

@@MelindaMurphy Thanks Melinda. Yeah it's not like they're one of my top favorite bands or anything like that. It's just that that specific album, and the one before it really, or masterpieces I think. They're not heavy metal but they have a good, hard rocking to them as well as some incredible harmony and musical talent. Just glad to see that both of mine arrived while I was in the hospital and should be there at the house when I get home :-) Thanks for the reply back and keep up the great work!

@ConcertBuddie

Жыл бұрын

Brian! Get well soon Buddie! Sounds like you got a bad beat of late. Heal soon my friend! 🙏🏻

@Bootradr

Жыл бұрын

@@ConcertBuddie Chance, thank you and I'm trying. These are SOBs are trying to drain every penny they can out of me so it'll probably be about the 2nd of the next month when I get to finally go home. But I appreciate the comment and I should be home soon. I've got a stack of new records waiting to be played and they're still piling up as they arrive from pre-orders haha. Can't wait to get back home 👍

The ‘habit’ I’ve stopped is buying albums that I like but won’t likely listen to more than once or twice. As my collection has grown I’ve found it’s better to have less and really enjoy them. That Buckingham Nicks is definitely one of the ‘grails’ in my collection. It’s an amazing piece and to me fits perfectly along with FM, Rumours & Tusk.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Buckingham Nicks is a terrific album. I wish I had realized how good it was the first time I saw it. ☹️ Lol. Oh well. Thank you and take care.

Hi Melinda. Excellent changes in your buying habits. I think we all have taken a different approach when purchasing records. I know I have. Having all of the albums of a particular artist or group, is cool but I feel it is a never ending story. As far as not clicking on links and limiting yourself to those who are close is paramount. I can’t go on to tell you how many people and businesses who have been effect by people with bad intentions just by clicking on a link. Kudos. One thing I will not do is…. Stop watching your videos. Although I may not be able to watch them when they drop, I generally find the time at a latter day. Cheers

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words. I appreciate it greatly. Unfortunately, clicking on links is too risky at this time. I know most people are well intentioned but all it takes is one bad guy to mess it all up. Thank you and take care. 😃

Hi Melinda, Great video! I miss the early days of vinyl collecting. Prices were low to where you could amass a huge amount of records. That's what I did back in 1988 when I started buying records again. I'm selective in my purchases these days. As the saying goes...you can't have everything. I always enjoy your videos and appreciate your friendship!

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

You were so smart to buy records when you did. 😃 That must have been so much fun. I started out much later but we are probably at the same point in buying. I have slowed down quite a bit. Thank you and take care.

@jmfloyd23

Жыл бұрын

@@MelindaMurphy You’re welcome! Yes! It was a blast when I started buying records back then. There was a used record store in my city. Got to know the owner really well. He let his best customers have a tab as long as you paid something on it each time you visited the store. Plus he would let me look through the new arrivals before he cleaned and priced them. His prices were unheard of. $3.00 for a very good plus $2.00 if it was below VG and $1.00 if it was rough but playable. He priced sealed records at $6.99 Sadly he closed up in the mid 2,000’s

Melinda. Lifelong collector here and couldn't agree more. There's no need to feel guilty or sad about what you're saying. There comes a time when your collection is filled in and in my case, due to space limitations I no longer go to record shows or thifts and buy a stack of records just for the sake of buying more stuff- plus add to the fact my local record shop closed down last year. My wife and I had a day out today and while downtown I purchased one... just one CD--- from The Rapture at Good Will. Nowadays 95% of my purchases are on Discogs. Specific titles I really want and not just more "stuff". All the best.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I agree! My collection is getting pretty complete. There will always be something I want but probably not much I really need. Lol. Thank you and have a great day.

Thanks Melinda Enjoy your take on vinyl. I’m a female collector as well, since 1969, after my first purchase I was hooked. Although we grew up in different generations, we share similar stories. Great channel

@MelindaMurphy

11 ай бұрын

Very cool! I can only imagine what your collection looks like. ♥️ I'm so impressed that you kept your records this entire time. Way to go! 🤗 Thank you so much! Take care.

Super video, and great advice, I remember rediscovering all my "old friends" for $5 maybe $10 a piece, but times have changed, I still love, and buy records, but I don't crate dig much anymore, I tend to look for records that will spend a lot of time on the turntable. Thank you for sharing, have a great week.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I remember those $5 - $10 days fondly. 🥰 Thank you and take care.

Great video. I started buying records a little over 40 years ago when I was ten or so. I kept buying them until the format more or less died. When I bought my house in 2015 I decided I wanted my turntable in the living room (at my condo it was in the finished basement). Around that same time I started seeing albums popping up in newly opened thrift stores. I thought this was great because suddenly people had a place to get rid of their albums rather than at the town dump. The stores would sell these for as little as 50 cents, but usually not more than $1. I got tons of albums in a very short amount of time and didn’t have to spend much. Albums that I had on CD but could now have on vinyl. In the past few years though even local yard sales are trying to sell their records for $20 each. So I’ve stopped checking out every antique store or yard sale. As far as the videos go, I watch a handful, but only have three that I’ve subscribed to, three that I look forward to, yours, Mike at The In Groove and Nick at Toad Hall. The rest I watch if it happens to pop up in my suggestions and the topic looks interesting. I just don’t have the time otherwise. I’ve been buying records practically my whole life, but the hobby has blown up so much that it can become a bit overwhelming.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

First off, I'm honored to be among the three you choose to subscribe to. I'm a big fan of Mike and Nick so I am in great company. Thank you for that. The hobby has gotten so expensive but you bought a huge amount of your collection when the prices were extremely low. That's wonderful. I hope things calm down but if they don't, at least I did get some great deals on what I do have. I'm sure you would agree. Thank you and have a great night!

Wow! 22K subscribers!... I haven't done any VC related videos in a couple of years, but logged into this old channel to see what's going on 😁 Fun video, Melinda 👍

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I'll never forget how kind you were to me when I first started out. Thank you! I sure miss Peaches as well. ♥️

Great video. I saw this drying up of the well. I miss the thrift store dollars days. I remember leaving one thrift store with thirty lovely records. Today I might leave with one or two. In some places those dollar records are now 3, 4, or 5 dollars. I can’t understand your last frustration. Your channel is so big I can imagine the number of links you get. Hopefully people will honor your request. I just do videos for the shear fun of it. That’s the same reason I watch VC member’s videos, I love them. Please keep making the great content that you do. Thanks.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate your understanding about links. It's a shame but I can't take the chance of clicking on them. It's been a few years since I have found anything at antique stores. Like you said, the well is dry. Thank you and take care.

Melinda, that was a very thoughtful way to broach a possibly sensitive subject. I hope the msg was received in good faith.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! I hope so too. Take care.

Hi melinda, brings me back to the old days when i would get paid on friday and run to the record on the way home and spend usually 100 dollars ,still own alot of the lps i purchased back them , and thanks really love your channel

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I do miss going to the record stores every Saturday and picking up some treasures but I also love the memories I'm creating with our daughter. ♥️ You have good memories as well. Thank you and take care.

Great video Melinda!❤I was wondering if you actually had TIME to listen to all those records - I had the same problem - I worked in retail for Musicland selling vinyl, cassettes and CDS and sadly those stores are gone but at 40% Employee Discount I bought so many records I simply didn't have the time - I'm glad you addressed that very well to all of us who have similar habits - I would only buy Beatles stuff like Anthology & BBC but again a few of those German Odeon releases - they sound so great compared to the Parlophone & Capitol releases especially "MAGICAL MYSTERY TOUR" and "YELLOW SUBMARINE" - I wasn't aware of the DMS and Instagram issues I guess it's like getting 100 phone messages a day! So glad you're here for all os us!❤

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the sweet comments. Yes, you can compare it to getting several phone messages. I have started missing important messages that I needed to see. I would have a hard time passing up a 40% discount as well. That would be awesome! ♥️ Thank you and have a great day.

Hi Melinda, great video once again. I've been collecting since the early 80's and it's been a roller coaster ride. During the 90's I didn't do much because I was raising a young family. So if we were out at swap meets or garage sales I would pick up records but box them and get to them years later. Then around 2005 I was buying and selling records in the classifieds and doing well at it. But after 2010 it all stopped after my wife passed away and I had to concentrate on my children. At that time I would get on Ebay late at night and satisfy my vinyl needs. Today I might hit the odd record store if I'm in the neighborhood. And a lot of the times I'd leave empty handed. I mostly keep an eye on new releases. Being Canadian and ordering from the US, we have to deal with exchange rates, shipping, duty and taxes. My real love is garage and estate sales. I've gotten some real gems for next to nothing over the years. Take care.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry for your loss. I applaud you for being there for your children.♥️ I agree that finding records at garage sales is the way to go. Thank you and take care.

Great Video Melinda! I bought all the Beatles I need all of the US mono and Stereo albums plus I have most of the German prints and the Canadian plus all of the 45 and the EP box set and the UK albums from 2009 remastered. And everything else I have 600 albums but it’s stuff I listen too on a regular basis. Plus my Cd collection so there is no overlap. Plus vinyl has gone up so much I been buying the CD counterpart! Plus CD sounds good still! Have a wonderful day!

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

What an amazing collection and I'm so glad you play and enjoy it all. ♥️😃 Thank you and take care.

Nicely done video! That's one of my FAV Aerosmith albums ever. And in pink! What find! Looks great on ya!

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. 😃

I have not bought records lately. I have been buying concert tickets! It is so fun to see my favorite artists live. I feel I have alot of albums, and can't think of anything I want that I already have. I think I will save for concerts. I ❤ meeting other fans at the concerts. Buying tee shirts is fun too. 😊

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I completely understand. Concerts are a wonderful experience and some of these bands won't be touring for very much longer. Thank you and take care.

Hey Melinda, you’ve come a long way in your evolution since 2017. You are so knowledgeable thanks to the 5 reasons you covered in this vid. Money, time and saturation of your collection, reminds me of me. I too have dramatically slowed down buying LPs for similar reasons. Visiting record stores is not as much fun nor productive in terms of time and finding LPs. This goes along with cutting back on record fairs and swap meets. Antique stores were ok as a newbie. It’s nice to know someone who has spent more on Analog Productions that me (ha-ha). So I think a #6 for me is cutting back on PRE-ORDERS from AQ. I think I waited 1 1/2 years to finally receive Oscar Peterson’s - We Get Requests. I did buy the new stereo Revolver LP, one for me and another as a gift. It was reviewed in Stereophile and The Absolute Sound. Glad I bought it. I diversified into digital buying CDs, ripping them into FLAC files, and using a CD player & hi-end DAC and setting up a ROON system. LPs, CDs, streaming, cassettes, but analog is still#1 for me. Great video Melinda! PS - how many LPs do you think you now own? Me, only 600😳

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I have over 2,000 records now. I really went all in from the beginning. I still love vinyl but I am a lot more selective now. I have so much of what I was wanting. Revolver was a great release. Thank you for watching from the beginning. ♥️ I really appreciate it. Take care.

I agree, and have similarly done a lot of this, myself. I went to a record show recently, and left without buying anything. Partly, because there was nothing I found I was truly interested in, but also because the pricing has gone up so much that I just didn’t want to pay what some people were asking. Records that I know I could have gotten for a 1/3rd or 1/4 of the price just a few years ago. It was the first record show in my area that we’ve had since the Pandemic hit (which was also a big contributing factor in prices becoming what they are these days), and even though I went and left empty handed, I was just excited to actually be able to go to a record show again.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Record shows are fun. If you bring cash, they will usually work with you on price. They may even have higher prices on the stickers knowing that a lot of people will want to negotiate. Thank you and take care.

@johnhegarty1761

Жыл бұрын

I recently went to my first Record show, The place was packed, could hardly move ended up going to the back as it was the only place iI could find a spot to look. This gentleman was very personable, willing to work on price with everybody and very reasonable on his prices, bought probably 80% of what I bought that day from him. As the crowd thinned I made it to a couple of the more popular dealers and as I looked through their selections everything they had that I had just purchased from this gentleman from his $5.00 boxes these barons wanted three times that, they had records that I personally own in worse shape than mine priced at a point I would be embarrassed to ask anyone for. Needless to say I quickly thumbed through maybe a 1/3rd of a box and then walked away.

Love your channel. That's a great ZZTop record. My habits are about the same as they always have been...I stop in record stores and antique malls when I see them and I do shop online too. I make sure I put everything in discogs now to stay caught up and listen to everything before I file it away. I don't know anything about Instagram or links for that matter! Great video and take care!

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Putting every record in Discogs and listening to it before filing it away is an important step. I need to do better with that. Thank you and take care.

@billphelps5611

Жыл бұрын

@@MelindaMurphy My sister and I have been working on putting my entire collection in discogs for a little over 3 years now and we are almost done. I really want to make sure I don't file something away without listing it!

Hi Melinda, really enjoy your channel. I'm getting back into vinyl again. Your collection is amazing. Anyway thanks gor what you do. Regards from Sweden

@MelindaMurphy

3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I hope you really enjoy getting back into vinyl. It's like seeing old friends again. ♥️ Take care.

Hey Melinda, your video struck a chord with me. I've reached a point where I've had to really slow down on buying vinyl. The last couple of years have taken a personal toll on me and buying vinyl was an escape. However I got into a habit of buying big hauls of classical vinyl & CD's, mainly on FB Marketplace plus some given to me, to boost that section. While I picked up a lot of really nice items, the sheer volume became overwhelming. I've had to add shelving to accommodate it and then I reached a stage where I couldn't face the task of cataloguing it all and amalgating it into my existing collection. That task is something I would normally jump into. I've finally completed it after pushing myself to do it. But it's a sign. So now I'm avoiding hauls. Money has been tight too so I have to watch that. I'm back to being selective. My CD buying had dried up a while ago now barely a trickle. I don't go to record stores specifically unless I make a special trip and even then I have to budget for it. Record Fairs the same. I understand your need to stop buying Beatles records. It's ok. 😊 Me personally you can't have too many lol. But that's me lol. 🙂 Finally I apologise if I've ever been guilty of what you described at the end of your video. It's ok to say what you said. Your wishes are noted with much love and respect.😊❤ Love your work as always. Take care sweetheart 😘

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I do love The Beatles but I do think I have plenty of their albums. This is a good time for me to slow down and enjoy what I have and slowly bring new things in and maybe even let go of some. I'm thankful for those wonderful weekends we spent digging though. I'm glad music and vinyl helped you through the hard times. ♥️ Thank you and take care.

I told myself several times I need to stop spending money during all this greedlfation. I stopped going to stores way back in 2010. Last month I spent almost $1000 on vinyl not walking into stores. This month $60 for a release in June. I finally broke my habit (I hope) I don't generally buy duplicates unless it is an anniversary edition that deem worthy to spend money on. Many people (that have the time) are doing shorts now and sending those through IG as well. I certainly wouldn't take offence to being asked to stop. Social Media is not a green light to invade anyone else's social media space. Always appreciate your videos Melinda and your straight talk. Have a great week

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

The video notifications have been clogging up my Instagram messenger and I have actually missed a couple of important messages because of it. I also understand how easy it is to order records online. 😀 Thank you and take care.

Hi Melinda - you are rationalising your collecting habits which is critical. I think the beauty with vinyl is that there will be future titles come up, reissues etc that will attract your attention. Things you never thought possible will be released and because you have pulled the reigns on continuous buying - these yet to be released gems will in theory be in financial reach. In the meantime you get to play your extensive well curated beautiful collection. Good on you - it’s smart !

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I agree. I do know that there is a lot to look forward to. ♥️Some of the upcoming releases are going to be epic. Thank you and take care.

Another Awesome Awesome video and I agree abut the record stores they are just getting to greedy and yes I understand about stores paying rent etc but stil , however I plan to go to a record show next Sunday and like last time I will buy one or two and no more.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I completely understand. Record stores are having to charge more because buying collections is getting pricier for them. Everybody knows that vinyl is valuable and they are demanding more money from the stores. At least that's my theory. Lol. Thank you and take y.

Hello Melinda Love the video. welcome to the veteran record collectors club. while watching the video I couldn't help think about how much I enjoyed watching you in your record collecting journey and the decisions that you've made that are the same ones I did in my journey. Also concerning the blue note records buying most of the titles that came out at the beginning was about the same thing I did there was so many great titles but lately I have been cherry picking because I don't like all the records that come out and like you said there's so many choices.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Hi Ron! I always love hearing from you and I have so much respect for you and your opinions. You have taught us all well. I am moving on to a different phase in my record collecting journey but am still enjoying it all. Thank you and I hope you have an amazing weekend.😀♥️

@RocknRonni

Жыл бұрын

@@MelindaMurphy ❤️

Great video. I have been changing my habits as well. No more 45s unless there is cool artwork or colored releases from Colemine. I was buying duplicates of Prince, one to spin and one to stay sealed. They are too expensive to do that now. I also am trying my very best not to purchase an album on vinyl that I already have on CD unless it’s different (or Prince!) When I started collecting vinyl in 2016 I never would have believed I would have too many records but here we are!

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Me too. I have a lot more than I would have ever dreamed of. I'm so grateful but I have slowed down now. Thank you and take care.

Hi Melinda Everything well said. I agree with the way buying records has changed. And at least your honest with yourself of what you want. For myself I have stopped for now. But that's ok. I'm grateful for what I have. And yes you have to be careful nowadays. And I really don't feel anyone will take it the wrong way. I love when you talk about your mom. I miss my mom too. Take care...hugs for Lucy....❤

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

So much of my childhood memories and music are connected to my mom. I can't help not to think of her. I'm sure you feel the same way about your mom. Thankfully, I have come to a place where I can think of her with a smile. ♥️ Lucy is sitting right beside me on this beautiful night. I will give her a hug. Thank you and take care.

@barb6552

Жыл бұрын

@@MelindaMurphy Melinda you are so right. I remember when mom took me to see The Sound of Music! Soon after that she bought the Album.. And I still remember dancing in the living room...❤ I will be 63 next Saturday and it seems like yesterday... Thanks for sharing your mom and for me being able to share mine...❤🙂

Hi Melinda, I smiled broadly when you mentioned The Beatles Rabbit Hole. Yes, I been in there for more than 30 years. Now limiting myself to one title per month. Had I not done so, a bigger house would have been required. Love the channel. Keep up the great work.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I agree. The space for the records goes hand in hand with the price. Both are an issue. 😃♥️ Thank you and take care.

Love your videos and probably live vicariously through your love for vinyl. I have not bought any vinyl since 1987. I love cds and boxed sets. Still love that physical format and I do not pay for any streaming service.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

CD's are very cool. I am so honored that you watch my channel without being big into vinyl. Thank you so much! Take care.

Hi its Avi From Israel "Like seeing old friend again" Melinda you're a rock!!!! you have the amazing gift to put into words what I feel collecting vinyl, off course our buying habits changed through the years so ???? However the basic fundamental passion to go through the vinyl ritual / experience still there AND HERE TO STAY! and in the end of the day that's what counts :) LOVE YOUR VIDEOS. Thanks for being there. B.T.W I'm 100% support the safety measure you took not opening every single link you get. its the right thing to do!!!! you have no reason to apologies.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words. I really appreciate it. I'm so glad you said hello. ♥️😃 Take care.

Great video! We recently found an awesome store in Geneva, Illinois. Found some great blues albums there.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

That's wonderful! ♥️😃 Take care.

Appreciate what you do, keep up the great work. 💚

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 😃

another great video..yeah, i am also giving up on antique malls..and almost flea markets and garage sales too.. people just are asking way too much for old-common classic rock records these days.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

It's a shame. I used to love going to antique stores and digging through the bins. Thank you and take care.

I can relate to a few of your points, Melinda. Concerning not visiting stores much anymore, I don't much either. One benefit is that it gives younger record buyers a slightly better chance of finding a treasure. Concerning antique stores, I can also relate. Once found the Englands Newest Hitmakers Rolling Stones LP, with the 12x12 bonus photo for $12. Stuff like that hasn't happened for me in a long, long time. Decades. One thing that would be really cool is to figure out a way for us older folks to get hard to find, duplicate LPs we have in the hands of some of the younger KZreadrs in an anonymous way that would be safe for them. It's hard not to feel sorry for some of them knowing they won't have the opportunities that we had.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I do feel bad for younger collectors just starting out. The prices are so high for them on top of the cost of living. We were able to buy at a great time and I am incredibly grateful. Thank you and take care.

For me what’s changed the most is free time. I just don’t have it like I used to. My electrical business has just been crazy busy with calls. And I’m with you on the prices of viynl as of late. It’s getting ridiculous. I don’t click links either unless I know them or have communicated with them before. To many weirdos out there. I don’t do any other social media sites so I don’t have that notification issue I remember subscribing your channel when you only had 3 digit subs. You really have done well and remember the main thing have fun with it 😊😊😊😊

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! You subbed to my channel pretty early on. I remember some of my early videos. Thank you for hanging in there. 😀 Lol. I hope life slows down for you but having a lot of work is also a good thing. Balance is key. Thank you and have a great day.

I enjoyed your video very much and I really miss about buying vinyl back in the day of record booths where you could try to record out before you bought it I remember shopping for used in the u-district of Seattle the Bay area in California down to Los Angeles I spent a lot of time on the road and I would pick up choice vinyl state-to-state later I would work record swap meets in Pasadena not forgetting the Rose bowl swap meet but those days are long gone but now live my life with your amazing finds

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

It sounds like you have some wonderful memories shopping for vinyl. I'm sure those stores are pretty amazing. ♥️ Thank you for the kind words. Have a great night!

Hi Melinda. Good to catch this video. I have every once in a while if I have an itch to head down to the local record store also to antique shop there in the district as while some records are put out on the street to entice for those to come in and look at records at real low price of $2. And you see what condition and such a used record is, Inside check what they have and prices being different with stuff with the plastic sleeves. I miss the days of a lot of vinyl buying and cd getting. ZZ TOP Eliminator had the vinyl. I had recently got the cd as wanted to have it and include to talking about it on a channel. I As so loved the album then and now. I haven't bought any 45's in ages. Not that I wouldn't want to but happy with the ones I have and well maybe if I visit a Goodwill I might get lucky with some. Otherwise $2 for a 45 I have to really want it at a record store I check when I have the itch and money to do it. Though I would tend to leave with vinyl albums under my arm or bag. I watch what I can of peoples channels. Don't use Instagram. Using you tube is enough for me with each day of what I do look at and comment to. I consider you a good social media friend on here. Someday maybe we would meet if wiling. Love your discussions each and every day. Thanks Melinda. 🤟

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words. 😃♥️ Eliminator was a wonderful record and it carries terrific memories for me. Have a great night!

I don't think i've ever subscribed, liked and definitely never used the notification button for a vinyl user video but yet, they still appear in my feed. LOL

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

If you watch any channel on a consistent basis, KZread recommends that channel's videos anyway. 😀 It's all good. Thank you and take care.

Great show as always! Vinylprices is becoming crazy. Even at charityshops, it’s now hard to find bargains. Actually, I have started to pick up som CD’s again. And that’s still a real bargain 😎 Especially blue note and verve recordings. Not the same feeling as vinyl though.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

So many other viewers have also said that the cost of vinyl has become too much and they are now going back to CD's. There's nothing wrong with that but I am saddened to see others leaving vinyl behind. Thank you and take care.

Thanks Melinda. I also have stopped buying records from antique shops ect. This year I've only brought the Revolver 50th anv box set.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Wow! Only one purchase? That was definitely a good one. ♥️ Thank you and take care.

Loved what you said about listening to Eliminator in the car - a favourite of my dad’s on car rides too. True what you said about conversations in the car. There is nowhere else to go and you have to talk things out. It’s these memories that make physical media so much more than just the music on them. Hear you on antique stores too. I’ve put energy into it, but it’s not rewarding any more. They have been picked over to the point it’s just miserable to trudge through all the junk now. Very sad!

@MelindaMurphy

10 ай бұрын

I just made a video today about what antique stores are doing with their records these days. 🤔 A lot of my favorite albums are ones I listened to in the car with my mom. She's gone now but when I hear these songs, I can almost feel her sitting there beside me. 🤗♥️ Thank you and take care.

Good comment about people sending you things outside YT! And nice vinyl-memories too. Take care!

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! 😃♥️

Hi, Melinda. I, too, have stopped automatically buying vinyl. My main aim was to try to replace as many of my favourite records from the sixties/seventies. Things like, the Beatles and Wings, Bob Dylan, The Byrds etc. Now that I have most of what I want, anything I want from this century, I'll buy on cd. Mainly because modern stuff is produced digitally anyway. My most recent vinyl was an early press of Pink Floyd's, 'Animals' but I have also just bought 'Another Brick in the Wall' on cd. Vinyl is getting too expensive. Cheers and keep up the good work.😊

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I understand your thinking on records that were recorded digitally. Great Pink Floyd pick ups btw! 😃 Thank you and take care.

Hi Melinda, I know I’ve changed my habits as well. Luckily I’ve been collecting pretty seriously since 2010 and started picking up records I wanted at good prices. I miss the great scores for 1-5 bucks. They still happen but not as frequently. I still love going to antique shops, flea markets, indie shops, etc.. but I don’t buy nearly as much. I used to buy quite a bit of vintage used records but I have most of the records that I want so I’ve been mostly buying grails and new artists records that come out. I have a small crate and booth at an antique shop which helps me cull my collection as well. It’s nice to trim the fat to make room and money for new arrivals in my collection. Sorry about that Instagram crap. I got off of Instagram and Face book about 6 months ago. I just didn’t like the constant scrolling I found myself doing and I hated a lot of posts on there. I miss having relationships with several people but it works better for me to just stay away. Hope all is well, Brian☘️

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Hi Brian! Having your own vinyl booth at an antique store is a great idea. That helps fund your new purchases. 😃 You started collecting at an amazing time when records were incredibly cheap. I wish I had started earlier. If I knew how much time I spend on social media, I would probably be depressed. Lol. You have the right idea. Thank you and take care.

Hello Melinda. Hope you’re doing well. I just watched this video. I have to say after 14 years of collecting vinyl records I’m in a position to where I’m no longer motivated to buy a lot of vinyl anymore. I feel I’ve brought enough already to keep me happy as a collector. One of the big reasons that’s ruining my motivation to buy a lot more vinyl records is not money and not space in my collection. It’s the Beatles autographs. I’m just too proud of my Beatles autographs. Despite this I’m not going to stop buying vinyl completely. I’ll buy some more when I find something interesting. Well said about receiving link notifications from other people about a new KZread video. That gets annoying. I’ve had people tell me “Check out this video or link” or “Come join my live chat right now”. I can either check out the links or kindly ignore them. You Take care Melinda.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Hey! I would be especially proud of those Beatles autographs! What a treasure. ♥️ Finding room for all of the records is definitely a challenge. Thank you and take care.

Hi Melinda: I totally understand what you said and I agree!!! It is a absolute pleasure to watch your videos and you do a wonderful job and you are very appreciated. Fist of all, let me say, I assume you are a subscriber of Joe's channel, (Mean mr. mayo)? He is purging his vinyl and I have done the same thing. I am 61 and I hopefully have about 25-30 years before heaven, Joe, said the same. There comes a time when you have to slim down the collection and stop buying so much music. I am sure you maybe feel the same that there are records in my collection I have not played in 10 years, so it makes sense to me to purge. I don't buy as many records as I used to either, most are just too expensive, but I have got a few bargains online. I understand your reasons, as everything is so insanely expensive, like the cost of just buying food. I am very weary about clicking links also, Something I rarely do. Like you said it is not safe, God knows where the link goes? It my be a harmful website, you never know in 2023. Stay well and take care!!

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I really like Joe and I did hear him talking about letting go of some of his collection. It's definitely a good time money wise. I'm not ready to purge but I am no longer constantly on the hunt either. As a collector I am in the fat and happy phase. 😃 Thank you and take care.

I’m with you on slowing down my record purchases recently. The increased prices turns what was a passionate hobby into a stressful ordeal. I went to a concert a few hours away Saturday so I went to a record store while I was there. They had a second pressing of a Coltrane album for $600 and a Lee Morgan album for $300. Both albums are now available in all analog reissue series for under $40 each. I can’t see spending that much money for something when there’s flawless newer versions available. For me the vinyl experience is about the music primarily. I also enjoy having something physical that connects me with the artist. There’s no reason for me to spend that much money on an OG when everything I love about the vinyl experience can be achieved with a reissue. The hunt used to be fun when I could find older records at fair prices but I think those days are over. I live in a very small town and guys from bigger cities come in and pick everything clean to resell online. Flea markets, garage sales, consignment shops, estate sales, etc.. all get bought out by dealers coming in from 3 states away. I understand it’s how they make a living but it ruins the experience for us treasure hunters hoping to score some good music for reasonable prices.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I agree with you. I would pick up the $40 release. The originals are very cool though and I can understand people wanting them. Thank you and take care.

@brandyl2183

Жыл бұрын

I 100% agree. The online reselling folks that do that for a living have made the fun of thrifting non existent anymore. Everything worth anything is gone right away and sold for stupid prices online.

I love that Buckingham Nicks album too. I finally picked it up a few years ago but I remember when it originally came out in the UK they couldn’t give it away. It was in the bargain bins for years. As you said, if only we had a Time Machine!

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

It's cool that you still remember when that album first came out. It's hard to believe it was in the bins for years. 😮 Thank you and enjoy your weekend.

@ralex3697

11 ай бұрын

@@MelindaMurphy I bought from a cheapie bin 1.99

Aloha Melinda, Great Subject! I too have too much Record Albums & no space again to put them. But I still buy...it's an addiction 😫 I'm having I hard time to control. I need to take small steps to control my spending. Thanks for the tips. Fortunately next month on the 17th of June here in Honolulu they will be a film camera and vinyl swap meet , which I'll be selling at. Hopefully I can get rid of the record albums I no longer listen too and or have double copies of. Looking forward to watching your next video. Mahalo Ed

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

It's definitely a fun hobby that at times feels like a full blown addiction. Lol. I am glad I went all out in the beginning but I am slowing down for a while. I will still pick up must haves but not much else. Have fun at the swap meet. It sounds like fun. Thank you and take care.

Thanks Melinda. Great points ! lots of food for thought.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 😀

You’re a good person, Melinda…I’ve been wary of buying records at the record stores, although once in a while, I still go in one and buy a few…I do go into the thrift stores, flea markets and antique malls, too…But, this is what I’ve found…If you’re looking to save money, and find some really good treasures on the cheap, sometimes you have to go deeper…I’ve got four tips for you and they’ve brought me luck…1. Buy your rock albums in places where country or jazz sells well, or vice versa…The records you want may not be their “bread and butter”, so to speak, and you just might find some surprises at good prices…Also, 2. Go to thrift stores, flea markets and antique shops not in the urban areas, but out in the boondocks, the sticks, the countryside, the places where you have to pass a Family Dollar or Dollar General on your way into town and where the smell of cow dung is thick in the air! Go to the thrift stores on a weekday afternoon, rather than the weekend…Find out when their special sale or discount days are…Go to flea markets that are held in a stockyard or county fairground…I found some turntable accessories at one such place that go for much more than what I paid! Related to that is 3. Look in every box…Sometimes, good stuff can be hiding in those little boxes…I bought a cassette case filled with some very desirable turntable cartridges, but didn’t know what I had until I came home…Got everything for very cheap, too…And 4., and this is a big one…Forget the regular yard sales…Estate sales are where it’s at! I’ve picked up quite a number of items through estate sales…I will also say that Craigslist and/or EBay can yield some surprising results, if you catch something at the right time…I’ve bought audio equipment and records that way, and I’ve had some luck! Sure, some of the equipment may have needed a bit of work, but I do have a good repair shop in my area for that…Sometimes, for what you pay for the turntable or receiver, plus the labor and parts that go into it, the value is still better than a lot of mass-produced stuff made today…Especially if you’re buying quality equipment from the golden age of stereo (late 60’s-early 80’s)…Just a few thoughts to keep in mind…And also, keep in mind that when you shop a record store, you’re keeping another mom-and-pop business afloat…And I always check out the dollar racks…If the dollar rack section isn’t’t decent or nonexistent, I’ll probably avoid the rest of the store…A good dollar rack shows they care about even the smallest details…Anyway, take those tips for what they’re worth…But, they’ve served me well in the past and continue to serve me well!

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the wonderful tips. I did find a great haul of records a couple of years ago in an antique store out in the middle of nowhere. That's great advice. 😃 I also enjoy shopping during the week instead of weekends when possible. Thank you and take care.

A very good video. I agree on many of your opinions. 10 years ago i went to the local 2nd hand book and record store when i was on my way to my home Island. Then 3 records cost 15$. Dylan, Deep Purple or The Doors... now it is 15+ a piece... I can buy one record a month. So now it is more about finding the right one on the internet... not as fun, but more convienient. Keep up the good work. Love your videos.... Mikael, Denmark

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I agree. It was more fun when you could buy them for the low prices. Those days are gone but I still love vinyl. Thank you and take care.

I changed my ways too. Don't have as many LP's as you but, I'm finding less that I really want. just orders a few of the old/new blue note from amazon. Also stopped going to record store as much, maybe once a month. looking forward to Art Blakey witch doctor. Great video!

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Witch Doctor is an incredible record and one of my favorite jazz albums. ♥️ Thank you and take care.

Great video - I am at a place your at, I mostly have everything I ever wanted. I don't need every variant of a particular album. I think I am happy. There are a handful of artists I would like to dabble more into from the past and really beginning to forge more toward the newer music and those special box sets or releases - examples being The Rolling Stones in Mono, Tom Petty Live At The Fillmore 1997, or Joe Strummer - 002. I also save for Record Store Day and just splurge on those days. I don't go anymore because the records that were $5 to $10 dollars are now $10 to $20. I never got into the antique store/Goodwill game I get there are gems there but I am good. I think my future is going to be way more selective and potentially diving more back into CDs.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I agree completely! I won't be buying CD's but so many of my viewers are. Thank you and take care.

Hi Melinda. Didn’t watch KZread for awhile and today see your video. Great input of thinks you no longer do. I can recognize myself in many of them. One more on my side. I don’t go as often anymore to record shop as I have a big collection and just don’t find anything I don’t have or like in most shops. Since few years a lot of new shop opened and quality is not always there.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I'm with you. I don't usually find something that I truly want. The good stuff is hard to get these days. Thank you and take care.

Happy 10th Anniversary! 2013 - 2023 Congrats on your meteoric rise in the Vinyl Community. All the best.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! ♥️

Thx for the vid!! Pretty early on in my collecting I decided not to buy audiophile reissues. Most times they sound kinda meh to me and I end up buying an old copy anyway.😊

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

It's hard to beat an original. 😀 Thank you and take care.

Hello Melinda. Like this video. I think with collecting, be it vinyl records, postage stamps, pottery etc you have to learn the a 21:20 rt of compromise. Years ago I collected 45’s, had loads. I left them behind when my marriage crashed and burnt some years ago. Now I just go for the albums. Again I’ve decided to only collect certain genre’s, that’s Jazz, The Blues and certain Soul. Again I realise I can’t collect everything within those genre’s, basically the financial cost, which at the moment is crazy, plus storage room, I only live in a small flat so space is a premium. I will continue to visit my local HMV Store when it re-opens after being badly flooded earlier this year, and will also continue to visit the small independent record store, 5 miles down the coast from where I live. This way it keeps me happy and I can handle what I buy. I live alone so there is only me to consider. I understand your comments about getting e mails etc relating to “click this and that” links. You have to be so careful and am in total agreement with what you said. I hope you continue your Vinyl videos Melinda, I have found the very interesting with very useful tips etc. Take care.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words. 😃♥️ I agree that we can't have it all. I don't have the room or budget to keep at the pace I was going. Have a great night!

You're extremely fortunate to have found Kiss Darklight and A world without Heroes on 45 RPM. I have a few 45 RPMs from Kiss and the last 45 RPM I bought brand-new from Kiss was from their extremely underrated "Unmasked" album, Shandi with She's so European on the flip side. I bought it in summer of 1980 and it still is in M condition! Good for you!

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

That's an awesome single as well. Thank you and take care.

Collecting for almost 40 years. I've amassed a wonderful collection throughout my journey. I still buy new pressings, not too many older ones I need. Although there are some 45's I've searched for for years and can't seem to get due to that they just don't pop up for sell anymore. But searching is still fun!

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

The hunt is the best part. ♥️ Thank you and take care.

Great video Melinda!! I love your passion for vinyl it’s so awesome… For me music in general but vinyl for sure is like a Time Machine. I mean it never fails, someone on a video is showing OG pressings of 80’s Rock or Metal and instantly I’m back in Germany 13 yrs old back before German movers stole all of my 300 something albums and cassettes… But none the less I started collecting vinyl again hen I turned 50yrs old I am now 54… I love vinyl and I love the VC.. Take care and keep on keeping on🤘🏻 Craig A-Z Music Haven

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry that someone stole your records. That is more common than I would have ever dreamed. I'm so glad you moved past it and am back to building your collection. Best wishes to you. ♥️😀

@Craig_KCfan

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Melinda For your kind words.. I would like to think I have moved passed the shock of my albums being stolen yrs ago😂 But there are times when I watch videos or look on discogs and I see something I once had, and I look at the price and I can’t believe how much it is😬🙄.. But you know what in a way with my vinyl being stolen it led me to other artists and bands I would have other wise passed on like ‘The Beatles’ or Jackson Browne, Rory Gallagher hell Jazz even😂

😃👍. Hi Melinda: I have definitely slowed my roll on buying vinyl to listen more. It is only natural for one's collecting habits to change over time. I just finished logging my 45s into Discogs. I truly did not know what I had since they were all gathered over decades from all kinds of places. It was interesting to see what I had. This time consuming process allowed to me listen as I logged. It kept my buying need at bay. But I have not given up on local auctions, thrift stores and flea markets in my area. I do go there for more than music. I call it "junk hunting" when I am looking for music, books, art and European porcelain. ☀🌴🌊. I just bought some jewel cases since I know that I will find great CDs for $1.00 next time I am out and about. I completely understand your issues expressed at the end of your video. Your earnest reluctant expression hit a kind note. No one could be offended. You are very wise to treasure your personal space online and to value your security. Rock Always! - Heather

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

Putting records on Discogs can be very time consuming but it sounds like you made it a fun task. 😃 Thank you for the encouragement. Unfortunately, we all have to be more careful about what we click on. It's just the way it is now. Have a great night!

OMG I really can't believe how much I'm exactly like you with all of the things that you touched base on in this video. I've been collecting Records now since I was fourteen years old and I've gotten away from buying them too. The last album I bought was RUSH Live in Rio. I paid $79.99 for it. It's a four record set. But now with the prices of Records I quit buying them. I will never get to listen to all of the Records that I have but they still are a treasure to me. I started buying Comic Books three years ago mostly DC Comics. They are alot cheaper to buy. You are so lucky to have all of the great albums that you have. I feel the same way about mine.🥰🤩😍

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I still buy and enjoy records but not anything like the pace when I started out. The prices are a factor but our priorities have changed now that our daughter lives close to us. That Rush album was definitely a great one to get. I treasure everything I have and like you, I'm very grateful. Thank you and take care.

Good morning. We used to go garage sailing every Saturday morining, bright and early, for years. I haven't done that in a very long time. Amazon is where I go for albums. Ah, the good old days. Fortunate to have Budkingham Nicks in my collection. Probably found it at a garage sale, back when people didn't know the value of their albums. My kids may iinherit a gold mine. After my wife passed away, fourteen years ago, things changed . But if I happen to drive by one some Saturday morning, I might stop. For now, I'm dealing with my collection that has been ignored for a long time. Great show, thanks for sharing.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I bet the garage sale finds were very cool back in the day. Thank you and take care.

I did the same with the Jazz albums. I’m super picky now. Plus there’s a lot of magical jazz albums that are not being reissued and there’s no plans to reissue them. Also, I’ve stopped buying older Japanese pressings. I was having one or two of them coming in the mail each week. It was getting crazy. So I picked one that I really wanted to buy before stopping. It was Ozzy’s “Diary of a Madman” original Japanese release with a beautiful obi strip. Just the shipping alone on those was pretty hefty. Oh, yes, you have to be super careful with clicking on links, plus you have a lot of subscribers on your channel. I don’t think you would have the time to watch everything that people send you. That’s great that you’re spending time with your daughter more. I hope that you and your family have an amazing summer.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

That Ozzy album would be a beauty to own. ♥️ We all have to be careful with links and I'm sorry it has come to that. ☹️ We do enjoy Saturday's with our girl. Thank you and take care.

I agree with much of what you say, Melinda, and have also have cut back on buying records from stores - prices have just got too high, so I mainly buy second-hand from Discogs. Even there, some sellers are really trying it on, asking silly prices for second-hand records - at least it is easy to price-compare on the internet, but it's not as much fun as flipping through album covers! At some point, we're going to hit 'peak vinyl' and prices should get lower again - my guess is that in the next couple of years virtually every vinyl collector will have replenished the records they cherished from back in the day and bought every set of outtakes from their favourite artists. Regarding You Tube, I have never hit the notification bell - I just scroll through my subscriptions and see who has put out a new video, it's easy enough. Thank for your video, Melinda - always interesting and thought provoking!

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

There is nothing better than digging through records for a gem. ♥️ I do get notifications, but I rely on my KZread feed as well. My favorites pop up there. Thank you and take care.

Great video. Like you I started in 2017 and have around 1600 records. Me and my wife would also travel For vinyl. Now I rarely go vinyl shopping because of price unless I a missing record for a artist

@MelindaMurphy

10 ай бұрын

The prices have changed a lot. I'm glad I started before the prices got too crazy. Thank you and take care.

Fascinating Melinda Started collecting in 2012_and much of your issues reflect my own Prices in England for vinyl have gone crazy and I refuse to pay £45 in store. for a Bowie album that Amazon will sell me for half that price My most extreme example was purchasing the Ray Charles album, "New Sounds In Country and Western Music" a dealer wanted £50 for it which I refused to pay and I eventually got a mint copy from a market for £8!!!! Buyer beware! Agree with you being a completist in regards to any artist or genre of music is a waste of time and money.....buy what you love for a price you are comfortable with Another great show from a lovely American lady...e.thanks Melinda

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

It's great that you have patience and wait for the right price. 😃 Thank you and take care.

Yes, I experienced that collecting vinyl magic twice, once when I was about 8 years old and then in the 80s I took a "CD hiatus" and then around 2000, I came back to vinyl again and it was good times. I too still have a passion about vinyl records, but currently with what is happening in the "community" which includes everything, if it keeps up, vinyl records and the related equipment and everything will be gone. I stopped going to record stores as well about two years ago. It isn't worth it anymore, but the larger reason is that I no longer have any reasonably local record stores. Yes, gone are the days when a friend and I used to go to our favorite record stores every weekend. One store I miss in particular. Ironically, I just started buying jazz LPs about a year ago. I am very particular about jazz though, I like bebop and groove and jazz drummers are my go to. Sadly, good deals on jazz records are now gone for the most part for reasons unknown and likely the same as what we are seeing on all records now, there is no reason other than greed. I also think the original pressings or early reissues (sometimes also considered original if done within one year), are better than the MoFi or Analog Productions ones or what have you in my opinion. I have some original pressings in jazz and some not. Unfortunately, I only have maybe 12 jazz LPs, but as for monetary value, they are worth about $1 each in my mind. Of course, I do not place any monetary value on records, so I could research that all day and still come up with nothing. I stopped buying 45s decades ago. I have enough Beatles records as well. I don't have different pressings and all I have are US pressings, just standard ones. It is next to impossible to find UK pressings and the like that don't require the sale of a ton of real estate or million dollar loans or something. I grew up with The Beatles though and have my favorite tunes. I don't play them often, but once in a great while I get into this mood where I have to hear an album side or something. Unfortunately, as of over a month ago I have stopped buying vinyl completely because what is happening right now is going to destroy the whole analog industry if it doesn't stop soon and that is the worst part of it for me, to imagine seeing everything go away from records to turntables, etc. because nobody except maybe two people can afford any of it. If what I am seeing currently keeps up, manufactures will stop making turntables record plants will close, etc. and will never be able to pick up again. I don't want to see that happen, but it is not up to me. I never see "notification bells" on any channels I watch from time to time. (Maybe they show after clicking "subscribe")? However, I also don't need more email spam and I don't have all day to watch KZread channels. I also do not do social media (facebooks, instagrams, twitters, etc.) and never will. I also have a different take on it personally (and I mean strictly personally). I do not understand KZread algorithm. I do understand that in making an inquiry to KZread that they will not allow me to even have a channel right now because while I would certainly follow all the legal rules, I personally want no part of the algorithm and because I am not willing or able to commit to marketing my channel (they make you agree to do that now) and not even wanting like buttons and such on it (or at least hiding or disabling them, which one can do on videos one puts up individually ), they will not allow me to have a channel at this time. (I will never market my channel. I did not market my audio magazine at all and I had about 300 reader subscribers from all over the world, which for me is enough). However, KZread rules change with the wind, so maybe someday soon I will be able to have a channel. I suspect KZread makes money off everyone's channel so they want that money and whoever can't provided it get's deleted or nasty letters or something. Your problem with your Instagram is one of a million reasons I don't do social media. I wonder if many of the notifications you get may be bots and those can't be stopped unfortunately. Totally agree: Safety is number one!

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

It's a shame there are so many rules regarding having a channel on KZread. I had no idea their rules had changed so much. I hope you do have a channel someday. I agree, safety comes first. Thank you and take care.

@ericelliott227

Жыл бұрын

@@MelindaMurphy Yeah, it's all about revenue of course. KZread rules seem to change often, so perhaps someday I can have a channel....at least for a few days perhaps until the rules change again.

Melinda, I totally agree. I only buy records and CDs at yard sales, estate sales and swap meets. Everywhere else is too much money. I also collect only certain artists...I'm too old to start collecting everything like I did when I was younger.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

I'm with you! Going record shopping every Saturday was a lot of fun but no longer sustainable. I have plenty of records now. Lol. Thank you and take care.

😊Thank you so much for the great reviews and all. The first album I bought, I was 14 got paid from my first job washing dishes (🤣) was David Bowie Station to Station.

@MelindaMurphy

Жыл бұрын

What a great record. That was a wonderful start. Thank you and take care.