Vinyl Revival - Warrick Brown with Denis Walter - Tue 31 Mar, 2026
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In this episode of 'Nights with Denis Walter,' host Denis Walter welcomes Warwick Brown from Greville Records in Melbourne for the 'Vinyl Revival' segment, celebrating the resurgence of vinyl records and independent record stores. The conversation explores the thriving record shop scene in Melbourne, recently named the world's best city for record stores, and highlights the importance of local shops despite challenges like the pandemic and urban decline. Warwick shares stories of iconic live albums—from Aretha Franklin’s 'Live at the Fillmore 1971' to The Rolling Stones’ 'Get Yer Ya-Yas Out'—and listeners contribute their own favorites, including Thin Lizzy’s 'Live and Dangerous' and Midnight Oil’s 'Screaming Blue Murder.' The segment also features heartfelt calls from fans like Sandy in Warwick-Nabeel, who longs for a local record store, and Rose, who shares her discovery of rising Indigenous artist Budgerah, praised by Elton John. The episode closes with a warm Easter greeting and a preview of the upcoming quiz segment.
Melbourne is globally recognized as the best city for record stores, with a growing number of shops despite past declines.
Live albums remain a cherished genre, with classics like Aretha Franklin’s 'Live at the Fillmore' and The Rolling Stones’ 'Get Yer Ya-Yas Out' celebrated as definitive performances.
Independent record stores like Greville Records and Dixon’s Recycled Records are vital cultural hubs, especially in the face of urban and economic challenges.
Artists like Budgerah are gaining national and international attention, showing the continued relevance of live music and emerging talent.
Record Store Day and initiatives like 'Digging Melbourne' help promote local shops and connect music lovers across suburbs.
The Vinyl Renaissance in Melbourne
“Melbourne has a plethora of really great, great record shops and it was recently named the best city in the world for record stores and justifiably so too I think.”
Iconic Live Albums and Listener Nominations
“The Rolling Stones' Get Your Ya-Yas Out is the best version of just about every song on that record is the best version.”
The Human Side of Record Stores
Personal stories emerge, including the closure of Basement Discs due to COVID, the longing of a listener from Warwick-Nabeel, and the joy of discovering new artists like Budgerah.
From Sunbury to Sydney Harbour: Live Music Legacy
Listeners reflect on historic Australian concerts, including Billy Thorpe at Sunbury Live and Midnight Oil’s Sydney Harbour performance, underscoring the cultural significance of live music in Australia.
Easter Greetings and the Future of Record Culture
The episode closes with warm Easter wishes, a preview of the upcoming quiz, and a reaffirmation of the enduring love for vinyl and live music in Australia.
“The Rolling Stones' Get Your Ya-Yas Out is the best version of just about every song on that record is the best version.”
“Melbourne has a plethora of really great, great record shops and it was recently named the best city in the world for record stores and justifiably so too I think.”
“There's too much noise in the building next door. Who is it? Oh, it's The Beatles. I'll tell them to be quiet.”
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Denis Walter
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Warwick Brown
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Greville Records
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Sandy
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Bruce
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The Rolling Stones
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Budgerah
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Basement Discs
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Aretha Franklin
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Midnight Oil
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