
Vinyl Resting Place
Each week Barney and Dapo listen to a new guest's Vinyl Resting Place Album. Not their favourite album, or the album they think is best, but the one that means the most to them, and that they'll take to the grave. New episodes every Tuesday.
Episodes
80 episodes
Vinyl Word - Festivals 2025
In this episode of Vinyl Resting Place, we’re diving headfirst into festival season 2025, breaking down the best lineups, the must-see acts, and all the chaotic joy that comes with live music in the sun (and sometimes rain). From Lost Village a...
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33A - Akhali Albomi - Anman
In this episode of Vinyl Resting Place, we’re joined by Anman, a Georgian-British musician and multi-medium artist who brings a deeply personal pick to the show: Akhali Albomi by Georgian band 33a and Niaz Diasamidze.Anman opens up abou...
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D'Angelo - Voodoo - Guami
In this episode of Vinyl Resting Place, we’re joined by Guami—drummer, producer, DJ, and co-founder of cultdeep. As a producer who makes soul music for rappers, Guami brings on an all-time great album that sits in the intersection of neo-soul a...
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1:14:12

Mobb Deep - The Infamous - Kieran Dotwav
In this episode of Vinyl Resting Place, we're joined by Kieran Dotwav—a London-based DJ known for his genre-spanning sets and deep love for music in all its forms. As a founder of Dotwavnotwave, Kieran has become a real champion for up-and-comi...
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Spoon - Transference - Steven Bamidele
In this episode of Vinyl Resting Place, we're joined by soulful singer-songwriter Steven Bamidele as he reflects on a formative album in his musical journey—Spoon’s Transference. Steven shares how the band’s raw sound and songwriting shaped his...
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Vinyl Word - The Vinyl Resting Place Sounds of 2025
In this episode of Vinyl Resting Place, we look ahead to the future and run through our list of artists set to have a huge 2025. Using the BBC Sound of 2025 longlist as our jumping-off point, we spotlight some of the most exciting names you nee...
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59:56

Salvador - Sega Bodega - Tzusan
Scottish rapper Tzusan joins Vinyl Resting Place fresh off the release party for his new album Ponzu. He brings along Sega Bodega’s experimental hyperpop banger Salvador as his vinyl resting place album, and we also dive into the utterly bizarr...
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Vinyl Word - Live Shows 2024
Some gigs stay with you forever, and in this episode of Vinyl Resting Place, Dapo and Hannah relive their most unforgettable live music experiences from the past year. They break down the magic of Raye’s stunning 21st Century Symphony show at T...
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Radiohead - In Rainbows / Plan B - Who Needs Actions When You Have Words - Good Health Good Wealth
Fresh from their sold-out London headline show, Good Health Good Wealth join Vinyl Resting Place to talk about their journey, the state of modern music compared to years gone by, and two albums that shaped their sound. Bruce dives into Plan B’s...
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Vinyl Countdown - Best of Albums of 2024
In this episode of Vinyl Resting Place, we’re counting down the best albums of 2024, celebrating a year packed with incredible music. From blockbuster releases by Billie Eilish, Charli XCX, and J. Cole to some more hidden gems from the far reac...
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Rosalía - El Mal Querer - Edible
In this episode of Vinyl Resting Place, Dapo is joined by Ed (aka Edible), a DJ with an expansive taste and a passion for music from across the globe. Together, they dive into Rosalía's groundbreaking album El Mal Querer. From the rich myth and...
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Vinyl Countdown - Best Songs of 2024
In this episode of Vinyl Resting Place, we’re counting down the best songs of 2024, featuring standout tracks from artists like Skepta, Fontaines D.C., mk.gee, Joy Orbison, Elmiene, and many more. From grime to soul, indie gems to electronic ba...
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Vinyl Countdown - US Top 5 Rappers
In this episode of Vinyl Resting Place, Dapo and Randy take on the ultimate challenge: ranking the best American rappers of all time. From the legendary Big 3 to artists taken too soon, like Mac Miller and Pop Smoke, and timeless hip-hop heavyw...
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The Prodigy - The Fat of the Land - James Doe
Relive the adrenaline-fueled chaos of The Fat of the Land, the iconic album that propelled The Prodigy into global superstardom and redefined electronic music in the 1990s. In this electrifying episode of the Vinyl Resting Place podcast, we bre...
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Charly García - Clics Modernos - Lauti Sapienza
Discover the genius of Charly García, the undisputed king of Argentinian rock, in this special episode of the Vinyl Resting Place podcast. Superfan Lauti delivers a passionate and comprehensive deep dive into García’s revolutionary alb...
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Amy Winehouse - Frank - Freya
In this must-listen episode of Vinyl Resting Place, we’re joined by Freya, a London-based singer-songwriter for an in-depth exploration of Amy Winehouse’s iconic debut album, Frank. Discover how Winehouse’s raw, jazz-infused tracks influenced o...
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Vinyl Countdown - Best J Hus Songs
In this episode of Vinyl Resting Place, host Dapo teams up with Renelle 893 for a heated "Vinyl Countdown," ranking the best J Hus songs ever. The debate gets intense as they struggle to agree on the top 10, diving deep into J Hus' mos...
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Apple’s Top 100 Albums Countdown (Part 3)
Vinyl Resting Place Podcast: Apple’s Top 100 Albums Countdown (Part 3) Join us on Vinyl Resting Place as we continue our epic journey through Apple’s Top 100 Albums of All Time! In this third installment, we’re counting down from #...
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Doja Cat - Hot Pink - Alex Osborne
On this episode of Vinyl Resting Place, Alex Osborne, aka DJ Lixxy, joins the show to break down Doja Cat’s iconic album Hot Pink. Expect a laughter filled discussion on the evolution of her sound, standout tracks, and how thi...
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56:36

Vinyl Countdown - Best Oasis Album
This week on Vinyl Resting Place, it's a Vinyl Countdown episode! The boys dive into the highs and lows of one of the UK's most iconic bands, Oasis. From epic anthems to tracks that have not aged well, they rank the band's albums, sharing their...
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Vinyl Word: 2024 Mercury Prize Nominees
In this episode of Vinyl Resting Place, Charles and Dapo dive into the highly anticipated 2024 Mercury Prize shortlist. They break down the standout nominees, discussing who they think could take home the coveted prize and who they're per...
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Elujay & J.Robb - Gems in the Cornerstore - Frazier the 3rd
In this episode of Vinyl Resting Place, we're joined by the talented producer and instrumentalist Frazier the 3rd for an exploration of his musical influences and listening taste. We dive deep into Frazier's love for the Soulection banger "Gems...
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J Cole - Friday Night Lights - Randy B
Today we are joined by producer/artist Randy B to discuss one of the forgotten mixtapes of the 2010's , Friday Night Lights by J Cole. Join us as we explore the intricate production, lyrical prowess, and cultural impact of this project ...
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Vinyl Countdown - Best of 2024 (So Far)
In this episode, we take a deep dive into the most captivating albums that 2024 has offered so far. We discuss the highs and lows, giving you our honest takes on the projects that have defined the year in music. Join us as we explore the evocat...
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Late of the Pier - Fantasy Black Channel - George Manson
It’s Tuesday which can only mean another very special episode of Vinyl Resting Place!Today, the boys talked to the incredible George Manson of Adult DVD - a Leeds based 6 man group who are taking Europe by Storm! We discuss how the band ...
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Season 3
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Episode 26
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