“It isn’t luck, it’s tenacity. It’s going to as many sales as you can, and always asking if there are records.”

In this episode of For the Love of Vinyl, Scott chats with Jay Clarke, owner of Time Capsule, a small collectibles shop in southern Ontario and the face of a beloved vinyl-hunting YouTube channel.

Presented by A to Z Media [atozmedia.com]

Jay shares his decades of experience digging through thrift stores, garage sales, yard sales, church bazaars, antique shops, and even Facebook Marketplace in search of hidden vinyl gems.

They explore how the golden age of cheap records in the 1990s has given way to a more competitive, knowledge-driven hunt today. From “bread and butter” classics like Thriller and Rumours to the thrill of stumbling on rare reggae and prog records, Jay explains why persistence, curiosity, and a bit of luck are the real keys to finding great vinyl.

Along the way, he offers practical tips for collectors, reflects on the cultural comeback of records in the 2000s, and shares some of his wildest finds—including grabbing three boxes of avant-garde LPs off a street curb on garbage day.

Check out Jay's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@timecapsuledunnville5133

Follow Jay on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timecapsuledunnville/?hl=en

Submitting your music to blogs, playlists, or radio can be overwhelming... and often discouraging. In this episode, Scott shares five essential steps to take before you pitch your music to press, curators, and influencers.

Learn how to stay organized, build the right list, craft simple pitches, and avoid common mistakes that keep your music from being heard.

Presented by LANDR - landr.com/otherrecordlabels

"You’re not gonna stop, are you? This isn’t just a career — it’s in your DNA."

Burned out? Cynical? Ready to give up on music? In this episode, I’m sharing five real-world truths that might change your mind — or at least give you a healthier perspective before you walk away. We’ll talk about why record labels are like trumpets, the surprising power of yet (just like the meme), how hiatuses can actually be healthy, why the industry has always been hard, and the real reason most of us can’t quit even when we try.

Presented by LANR - [landr.com/otherrecordlabels]