Vinyl Revival - Warrick Brown with Denis Walter - Tue 31 Mar, 2026

Nights with Denis Walter21mApril 7, 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.

Key Takeaways
1

Melbourne is globally recognized as the best city for record stores, with a growing number of shops despite past declines.

2

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.

3

Independent record stores like Greville Records and Dixon’s Recycled Records are vital cultural hubs, especially in the face of urban and economic challenges.

4

Artists like Budgerah are gaining national and international attention, showing the continued relevance of live music and emerging talent.

5

Record Store Day and initiatives like 'Digging Melbourne' help promote local shops and connect music lovers across suburbs.

Chapters
0:00
5 min

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.

Highlight
5:00
5 min

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.

Highlight
10:00
5 min

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.

15:00
5 min

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.

20:00
2 min

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.

High-Impact Quotes
The Rolling Stones' Get Your Ya-Yas Out is the best version of just about every song on that record is the best version.
Warwick Brown18:34
Viral: 90.0
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.
Warwick Brown1:34
Viral: 85.0
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.
Denis Walter9:09
Viral: 85.0
Speakers

Host

Denis Walter

Guest

Warwick Brown
Topics Discussed
vinyl revival95%record stores90%live albums85%melbourne music culture80%indigenous music75%music nostalgia70%local music scenes65%music discovery60%
People & Brands

Denis Walter

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15xPositive

Warwick Brown

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12xPositive

Greville Records

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6xPositive

Sandy

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4xNeutral

Bruce

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4xPositive

The Rolling Stones

person

3xPositive

Budgerah

person

3xPositive

Basement Discs

organization

3xNeutral

Aretha Franklin

person

2xPositive

Midnight Oil

person

2xPositive

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