Vinyl Me Please (store, exclusives, swaps, etc)

[hatfieldpdx]

I don't think they are necessarily withholding but it's bad communication all around which has always been an issue with VMP.

I do think that withholding details has been part of their M.O. for some time now. Recognizing the "damned if you do, damned if you don't" conundrum, I think they view this approach as a way to minimize the damage. And given the various flaws in how they execute their business, possibly a wise plan...but also one of the primary reasons they have lost many customers. Shiny new objects can only carry you so far.

Buying records from VMP always involved a layer of uncertainty that I really disliked. I have no issue with others staying on board the VMP train...but for me, the thrill is long gone. Buying records should be fun, and I prefer supporting businesses that respect and value me as a customer.

 

[Rowan]

I do think that withholding details has been part of their M.O. for some time now. Recognizing the "damned if you do, damned if you don't" conundrum, I think they view this approach as a way to minimize the damage. And given the various flaws in how they execute their business, possibly a wise plan...but also one of the primary reasons they have lost many customers. Shiny new objects can only carry you so far.

Buying records from VMP always involved a layer of uncertainty that I really disliked. I have no issue with others staying on board the VMP train...but for me, the thrill is long gone. Buying records should be fun, and I prefer supporting businesses that respect and value me as a customer.

I quite enjoy the excitement of it. The whole when might I get my records? Will they be totally warped to shit? Was Bobby in the shower the whole time or did the dream actually only take the same length of time as the opening credits? Will snow in Nebraska mean I get one Chet or two? Is VMP just an elaborate social experiment being perpetrated by warners records/ the psych department of an ivy league college/ the Russians to see just how far obsessive vinyl collectors can be pushed? Is Peanuts Portraits REALLY sold out?

It's basically Russian roulette but with records instead of bullets. I love it!

 

[hatfieldpdx]

I quite enjoy the excitement of it. The whole when might I get my records? Will they be totally warped to shit? Was Bobby in the shower the whole time or did the dream actually only take the same length of time as the opening credits? Will snow in Nebraska mean I get one Chet or two? Is VMP just an elaborate social experiment being perpetrated by warners records/ the psych department of an ivy league college/ the Russians to see just how far obsessive vinyl collectors can be pushed? Is Peanuts Portraits REALLY sold out?

It's basically Russian roulette but with records instead of bullets. I love it!

You nailed it!

It was damn fun for a few years, especially when costs were low, swaps were on fire and Throwback Thursdays part of the mix....but once I left I realized it’s just as entertaining and even more enjoyable on the other side.

 

[TCell]

Wife just came home to me blasting Sonny Sharrock: "Have you been torturing the kids with this all day?"

 

[Joe Mac]

I don't think they are necessarily withholding but it's bad communication all around which has always been an issue with VMP.

As has been using their warehouse as a dead donkey to be flogged whenever they drop a ball...

 

[Turbo]

As has been using their warehouse as a dead donkey to be flogged whenever they drop a ball...

You can see right there how they could improve efficiency: drop the ball directly on the dead donkey. The flogging is superfluous.

 

[jamieanderson1968]

Wife just came home to me blasting Sonny Sharrock: "Have you been torturing the kids with this all day?"

When the wife's away, the free jazz skronk will play.

 

[Chris V]

I am looking forward to the "dear member, if you cancel your johnny cash we will offer you VMP cash in return" email

I also think this is the case. Have we had any delayed that don't have Cash coming?

I haven’t heard any more specific follow up about which albums were delayed. Seems like we have a few more days until we get the full answer (basically, what ships by Friday). In the meantime, I suggest OG Johnny Cash records, bourbon and basketball.

 

[punchy]

I got the "your records are delayed" message last week, and this morning got a shipping notification so it looks like they're working through the orders. Part of my order was Cash, Prine and The Nucleus.

 

[GritNGlitter]

So.. I asked for more specific info about the delays, and this is what I got:

Thanks for reaching out! Specifically, our warehouse was late in receiving stock of a few titles this month which caused delays across the board for our March ROTM shipments. This delay affects your March ROTM shipment alongside any titles queued to ship with that shipment, but you should see a shipping confirmation for those titles within the next few days here. Don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything at all we can help with moving forward.

Is it just me, or is this still pretty vague?

 

[bdrummond]

Got my shipping notification for Cash after getting the delayed email.

 

[Twentytwo]

Mood Valiant

'Mood Valiant' is the newest album from Australian neo-soul band Hiatus Kaiyote, and we have it here on Mint Green vinyl.

www.vinylmeplease.com

 

[Twentytwo]

The Three EPs

This is a compilation of the Nigerian singer’s 'Rema,' 'Freestyle,' and 'Bad Commando' EPs, and we have it here on Neon Pink vinyl.

www.vinylmeplease.com

 

[NewsFedora]

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Mood Valiant

'Mood Valiant' is the newest album from Australian neo-soul band Hiatus Kaiyote, and we have it here on Mint Green vinyl.

www.vinylmeplease.com

Ooh, this track with Arthur Verocai is legit fire and *sees $45 price tag for a single LP with some stickers* well ok time to go downstairs and start making lunch.

 

[Rowan]

Two and three from the vault in the store too

Two From The Vault

This curated pick is the second in the trilogy of Light In The Attic’s 'From The Vault' releases by The Grateful Dead.

www.vinylmeplease.com

Three From The Vault

This curated pick is the third in the trilogy of Light In The Attic’s 'From The Vault' releases by The Grateful Dead.

www.vinylmeplease.com

 

[Selaws]

Two and three from the vault in the store too

Two From The Vault

This curated pick is the second in the trilogy of Light In The Attic’s 'From The Vault' releases by The Grateful Dead.

www.vinylmeplease.com

Three From The Vault

This curated pick is the third in the trilogy of Light In The Attic’s 'From The Vault' releases by The Grateful Dead.

www.vinylmeplease.com

Am I right in thinking these are non-exclusive/standard releases.

 

[yukbon]

Am I right in thinking these are non-exclusive/standard releases.

yes

LITA had them for the same price months ago

They're good -- not as good as One From The Vault, but still good -- and until the recent reissue, a bit hard to find. Doesn't seem like anything special for American customers but for the EU folks you get the free shipping, so there's that.

 

[Rowan]

Am I right in thinking these are non-exclusive/standard releases.

Yup but I've had 3 pre-ordered from Amazon since October and they keep shifting the date. It's also £80 at Amazon and that was as cheap as I could find it. Think I saw two for about £65 somewhere.

Internationals should be all over them

Oh, and apparently VMP has them in stock... unless it rains that is

 

[duke86fan]

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[Andy]

Two and three from the vault in the store too

Two From The Vault

This curated pick is the second in the trilogy of Light In The Attic’s 'From The Vault' releases by The Grateful Dead.

www.vinylmeplease.com

Three From The Vault

This curated pick is the third in the trilogy of Light In The Attic’s 'From The Vault' releases by The Grateful Dead.

www.vinylmeplease.com

Already sold out! I missed out on the first one as well, why are these selling so quick? I would have that it's only a good option for international customers