5 Years Of Making Vinyl Record Videos - The Good & The Bad

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  • čas přidán 29. 12. 2023
  • In this video, I discuss and celebrate my 5 year anniversary of making vinyl videos. I discuss the good and the bad about being in the vinyl community and how I feel about my passion for vinyl after all of these years. I do bring up some negativity but the good far outweighs the bad.
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Komentáře • 667

  • @cygnus618
    @cygnus618 Před 7 měsíci +28

    I’m not a vinyl person but I love your channel because of your excitement and enthusiasm for the music. Not just the vinyl. I love your reviews. Keep strong.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +3

      Thank you so much. I really appreciate it. Happy New Year. 🤗♥️

    • @kngkrmson2179
      @kngkrmson2179 Před 7 měsíci +2

      Same here. She brings a lot of energy and excitement in her videos 😅

    • @Humb7757
      @Humb7757 Před 6 měsíci

      I am also not only vinyl, because Cd Technology has so much evolved… that it surpasses some records… definitely depends of your Cd player.. and processor/ preamp (Oppo are so much musical and missing) I rediscovered a lot of beautifully remastered audio.) but Vinyl is always beautiful… artistic work… the best simple affordable music format. Period!

  • @kgeo753
    @kgeo753 Před 6 měsíci +2

    I love how earnest and enthusiastic you are. You have a unique voice in the vinyl community. Congratulations on the book!

  • @patlampo9288
    @patlampo9288 Před 7 měsíci +1

    😀✨Happy 5th Anniversary ✨
    ✨Always a great conversation ✨

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you so much♥️ Have a wonderful 2024.

  • @markfoster4332
    @markfoster4332 Před 6 měsíci +2

    I don't think I'm well spoken enough to do videos on a regular basis. You do well enough for both of us. Keep up the great work!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci +1

      I bet you would do a great job. It certainly doesn't have to be perfect. ♥️🤗 Thank you and happy new year. 🤗♥️

    • @Pauldjreadman
      @Pauldjreadman Před 6 měsíci

      My advice is try it and put up subtitles as well as an experiment.

  • @sidvicious3129
    @sidvicious3129 Před 7 měsíci +9

    Very proud of you Melinda and you have earned it one subscriber at a time, with one great story at a time. Happy New Year to you and your family!!!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much! I appreciate it. Have a wonderful 2024.

  • @lauher21
    @lauher21 Před 7 měsíci

    Your the best Melinda, we love you God Bless you and Philip

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much! ♥️🤗 Have a blessed New year.

  • @michaeljacobson4844
    @michaeljacobson4844 Před 6 měsíci

    Melinda, congratulations on 5 amazing years, and especially for not kicking me off your channel for all the bad jokes! Got emotional seeing you highlighted in the book...I'm not crying, just something in my eye...

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Lol. It's hard to believe I am featured in that book with some truly famous people. 🤗♥️ Thank you and keep the jokes coming. They truly make my day. When I spoke of the viewers that comment often, you were definitely one of the viewers I had in mind. ♥️🤗 Thank you and take care.

  • @mariawesley7583
    @mariawesley7583 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Thanks for providing us with great content and sharing your enthusiasm for 5 years. Wishing you and your family all the best in 2024!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much Maria! 🤗♥️ Happy New Year!

  • @emwhatever5528
    @emwhatever5528 Před 7 měsíci

    Thank you, Melinda. I am so glad that you spoke up for yourself. I think the holier than thou people are just jealous of your success. Keep up the wonderful videos.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      I appreciate the kind words. 🤗♥️ Thank you so much. Take care.

  • @ELPCOTILLION-SD1970
    @ELPCOTILLION-SD1970 Před 7 měsíci +1

    That Was Splendid Of Him To Include U In His Book...

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      I agree. What an honor. ♥️ Thank you and take care.

  • @BlueSky...
    @BlueSky... Před 4 měsíci

    I can totally understand about vinyl collecting giving you something to look forward to.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 4 měsíci

      It's a fun hobby and there is always something fun to look forward to whether it be heading to a record store and putting a record on the turntable. ♥️ Thank you and take care.

  • @NickP333
    @NickP333 Před 7 měsíci +8

    Love this video, Melinda. I’ve met some great people through the vinyl community that I have no doubt will be friends for life. As much silly nonsense occurs, if someone in the VC has a problem, everyone seems to come together and help them out. It’s of course nice to have found other collectors, because my friends think I’m nuts. IMO, there’s nothing wrong with monetizing one’s channel, and just be kind to each other. It really is easier than being a jerk…lol. Congrats of 5 years, Melinda! 🥳🔊🎶

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +2

      Thank you so much Nick. I sure hope to grow old with all of these wonderful vinyl collectors. It feels like a happy (and sometimes dysfunctional) family. We do stick together when someone is in need. ♥️ Thank you and have a wonderful new year.

  • @danielfuentes3226
    @danielfuentes3226 Před 6 měsíci

    Congratulations! Melinda for your five years on "You Tube".I hope you enjoy those years.Wish you well this year and your family.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci

      Time flies by and I have had so much fun. Thank you so much for the kind words. Happy New Year! 🤗♥️

    • @danielfuentes3226
      @danielfuentes3226 Před 6 měsíci

      @@MelindaMurphy Thank you Melinda.

  • @AndiCat14
    @AndiCat14 Před 7 měsíci +5

    I'll never understand why some in the vinyl community have an issue with someone else getting a free record.
    I'm a 60-year-old "classic rock chick" who has been collecting on and off for 45 years. You are a major part of why my enthusiasm for vinyl has been rekindled. CONGRATULATIONS on 5 years . . . keep doin' what you're doin'!!! HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +3

      I'm so thrilled that your spark for vinyl and music has been reignited. I can only imagine what good stuff a classic rock chick has in her collection. ♥️🔥🤗. Thank you and Happy New Year.

    • @AndiCat14
      @AndiCat14 Před 7 měsíci +3

      @@MelindaMurphy Thank you!

    • @ProfessorEchoMedia
      @ProfessorEchoMedia Před 7 měsíci

      Maybe because I'm 65, but that description of a "60-year-old classic rock chick" sounds so effing hot to me, I feel 25 again.

    • @AndiCat14
      @AndiCat14 Před 6 měsíci +1

      @@ProfessorEchoMedia 😄

  • @arturoalmazan5262
    @arturoalmazan5262 Před 7 měsíci

    im not a vinyl collector but i have ; respected; your love for ; being one . your videos are always entertaining and ; very informative beautiful melinda. congratulations on being on the youtube community. have a happy 2024 and ill be looking forward for more of your videos

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much! I appreciate your kind words. Have a very happy New year. 🤗♥️

  • @bobdenk6944
    @bobdenk6944 Před 7 měsíci

    Love your channel Melinda. Breath of fresh air. Full speed ahead and all the best in 2024.

  • @craigsandry6737
    @craigsandry6737 Před 7 měsíci

    Congratulations for 5 years Melinda . Keep up the great work

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much! Happy New Year! 🤗♥️

  • @happyhippythevinylguy
    @happyhippythevinylguy Před 7 měsíci +1

    A huge congratulations to you for being part of that book. You've been a wonderful part of this community for so long, melinda. I want to thank you so much for the shout-out. That meant so much to me. I could not believe it. I fell out of my chair...lol I remember when you came in like a month or so after I did. Much love and peace to you and your family

    • @memyselfmyvinyl894
      @memyselfmyvinyl894 Před 7 měsíci

      I thought I saw a video of yours like two days ago...🤔

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Those were the good old days, Rod and no one was more welcoming than you were.🤗 You're still very cool and I'm so glad you are still around. Not that many from our time is still left. ♥️🤗 Thank you and happy New Year.

  • @pollyhewitt5413
    @pollyhewitt5413 Před 6 měsíci

    Congratulations Melinda🤗 Well done. Watch your channel all the time. One of the best in the vinyl (record) community. Love both words. haha Thanks for being so honest, sincere and humble.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you very much for the kind words. It means a lot. ♥️🤗

  • @norrieclark5217
    @norrieclark5217 Před 7 měsíci

    Congratulations Melinda and all the best in 2024

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you so much! Happy New Year! 🤗♥️

  • @thegoodrumsshenanigans4653
    @thegoodrumsshenanigans4653 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Hi Melinda, My husband and I are big vinyl collectors. We don't comment much, but we do watch and love your videos. Wishing you a Happy New Year, and congratulations on your 5th anniversary!
    The Goodrum Family

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +2

      Thank you so much! I truly appreciate both of you. It must be very fun to both be in the hobby together. ♥️🤗 My husband isn't into records but he is very supportive. I hope you both have a wonderful and healthy 2024. Take care.

  • @hmetaljustin
    @hmetaljustin Před 6 měsíci

    Well said Melinda. And congrats on 5 years!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Thank you very much! ♥️🤗 Have a great 2024.

  • @Universityofvinyl
    @Universityofvinyl Před 7 měsíci +1

    Great one Melinda. Congratulations 🎉

  • @jimstarr9012
    @jimstarr9012 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Another CD collector here. I always love talking music with family, friends or co-workers. Your channel feels just like that. I do confess that I look for some of your LPs that you feature on CD (Bill Evans and Chet Baker come to mind). Thanks for sharing your passion Melinda. Wishing you and your family a happy and healthy 2024!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      I do love to discuss Bill Evans and Chet Baker. Jazz has become very special to me. I think CD's are wonderful too. ♥️ Thank you and have a wonderful new year.

  • @brianlewis5042
    @brianlewis5042 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Hi Melinda. As always congratulations on your 5 year anniversary. I can’t remember when I subscribed to your channel but I am happy that I did. What drew me to your channel is your honesty, sincerity and above all your passion for vinyl records. You and other people in the vinyl community have educated and opened up my ears to music that I was unfamiliar with. Just want to wish you and your family a Healthy, Prosperous, Happy and Blessed New Year. See ya in 24’

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much! That really means a lot. ♥️🤗 Have a happy and healthy new year. Take care.

  • @garysvinyldungeon2764
    @garysvinyldungeon2764 Před 6 měsíci

    Congratulations on your 5 year anniversary Melinda.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Thank you Gary. I hope 2024 is a good year for you in every way. 🤗♥️ Best wishes to you.

  • @vinylwood
    @vinylwood Před 7 měsíci

    Congrats Melinda on your half decade on the U Tubes. I agree 110% with making any money on your efforts and work on CZcams. If they are willing to pay you a little then never leave money laying on the table.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you! It seems silly to let a big company like CZcams make all of the money. This gives me a little bit of money to help support my hobby. If nothing else, I owe that to my husband and our finances. ♥️🤗 Thank you and take care.

  • @donaldallison
    @donaldallison Před 7 měsíci

    All the best for you and Philip and family in 2024.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much! Happy New Year. ♥️🤗

  • @Extremesam43
    @Extremesam43 Před 6 měsíci

    Time flies that's for sure keep doing what you're doing Malinda

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci

      Time does fly. I can't believe it's been five years. Thank you and take care. ♥️🤗

  • @steveallen489
    @steveallen489 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Congrats Melinda! 🎉 Well done. Your homey transparent style is refreshing. Hope you'll continue keeping us entertained and informed on all things vinyl.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much! Happy New Year. 🤗♥️

  • @rc2257
    @rc2257 Před 6 měsíci

    On this happy landmark for your channel, here's one of the ways I appreciate your work.
    Representation matters. Most youtube channels about vinyl and hi-fi are run by men, mostly middle-aged white guys (like me).
    My wife and I are super happy together. But she doesn't get my obsession with vinyl collecting and hi-fi gear (she accepts it, but doesn't get it or have any interest in it).
    A couple months ago, I was watching one of your videos and she was in the room. She saw & heard you in the video. She was interested, and stopped and watched the rest of the video with me. She asked if we could watch another of your videos, and we did.
    You didn't convert her into a vinyl enthusiast. But your video spoke to her. She started to understand my passion for vinyl, because she saw you, someone like her, who has this same passion and is super articulate and interesting and relatable.
    Over the years, she's also been in the room when I've watched videos by Michael 45rpm and other male youtube channels, and none of them ever caught her interest or spoke to her the way your videos did.
    Representation matters. Thanks for all you do.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Oh my goodness. What you shared really touched me. That means so much. ♥️ Thank you for the encouragement. My husband isn't into records either but it's so wonderful to have kind and supportive spouses. Thanks again for sharing that with me.♥️🤗 Happy New Year.

  • @allanjacks7147
    @allanjacks7147 Před 6 měsíci

    Here's to the next 5 years. Wishing you all the best on the channel and thanks for all you do. Keep up the good work. I have learned so much from your channel.

  • @therealglennthebaker
    @therealglennthebaker Před 7 měsíci

    HAPPY 5th Melinda. You're one of my faves 👍🏻😎

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much! Happy New Year! 🤗♥️

  • @carlsebastian3974
    @carlsebastian3974 Před 7 měsíci

    Congratulations! Here's to another five years!

  • @firstboyonthemoon8876
    @firstboyonthemoon8876 Před 6 měsíci

    Happy 5 years anniversary, Melinda!

  • @pawlie7694
    @pawlie7694 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Happy 5th anniversary! What an honor to be included in that beautiful book! It looks fantastic. Your husband is 100% correct regarding monetization😀. Thanks for all the great videos.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +2

      Thank you! The book is incredible. There are so many amazing stories on it and I'm so honored to be a part of it. ♥️🤗 Happy 2024!

  • @MrLeeBee
    @MrLeeBee Před 7 měsíci +1

    I would like to say if you're ever having a bad day just watch one of Melinda's videos , After seeing her passion for music and collecting it will make your day better !!!!!!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      That's very sweet! Thank you and Happy New Year! Take care.

  • @pencilsharpener2477
    @pencilsharpener2477 Před 6 měsíci

    Congratulations on 5 years of vinyl videos. You are #1 of only a couple of CZcamsrs I watch on a regular basis. I started watching for the content and topics of your videos; I keep watching because of your open honesty and it’s obvious you’re a genuinely nice person. I don’t know how you find the time to reply to everyone’s comments, but it appears that you do. You’ve truly made it a “vinyl community”. Thanks!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci +1

      You're so kind and I am humbled that I am one of the channels you continue to watch. Thank you so much for the encouragement. ♥️ Have a great week.

  • @BeatleRick84
    @BeatleRick84 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Happy 5th Anniversary wish you the best. I found you through Joe Mean Mr Mayo. Happy New Year!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Joe has a great channel and I appreciate his help. ♥️🤗 Thank you souch for giving my channel a chance. Happy New Year!

  • @fordandk4840
    @fordandk4840 Před 3 měsíci

    Congrats on the milestone! You definitely deserve that space in the book much more than you think 😊 Your positivity and love for music is inspiring to me as a fellow vinyl enthusiast. I hope music continues to bring you as much happiness as your videos have brought me! 🫶🏻

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Wow! Thank you so much. You made my day. ♥️🤗

  • @MissEwe
    @MissEwe Před 7 měsíci +1

    Happy 5 year anniversary 🎉 what a wonderful milestone 😊 congratulations!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much and have a wonderful 2024. ♥️🤗

  • @jaymckishen7378
    @jaymckishen7378 Před 7 měsíci

    Congratulations Melinda! I never miss a new video since I found your channel last year and I love going back to the older ones too.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Wow! Thank you so much. 🤗♥️ Have a wonderful 2024.

  • @CraigLafferty
    @CraigLafferty Před 7 měsíci

    Congrats on the 5 years! I have been watching you for about 4.5 of those years. I now only follow 5 collectors of vinyl because my time-bandwidth is so limited. I love the honest style and approach to your channel. You definitely belong in that book!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much! I appreciate you so much! ♥️🤗 I hope you have an amazing new year. Take care.

  • @trevorsflatroundspun-vinyl9803
    @trevorsflatroundspun-vinyl9803 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Congratulations Melinda! Five years is definitely a major milestone! This CZcams vinyl community is amazing! Been doing (inconsistently) for three years myself. My favorite part is making friends through this community. Doing livestreams is one of the funnest parts of my week. I get to hangout with my friends, albeit digitally, for a while and talk our music passions. To close out, you and many others here in the CZcams vinyl community content creators are major inspirations and for that I thank you. Have a great new year!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      I enjoy Live Streams. Let me know when you do another one. I like to listen in. 😃 Thank you and have a wonderful new year.

  • @GStickle-uq1st
    @GStickle-uq1st Před 6 měsíci

    Congratulations on your 5 years of making videos! I enjoy watching them weekly and hope that you continue for many more years!

  • @jeffl915
    @jeffl915 Před 6 měsíci

    I love your channel, and while I do not watch every video, I do pop in and watch, when I have the time. Thank you for making the videos.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you so much! 🤗♥️ I hope you have a wonderful 2024. Take care.

  • @dennyringgenberg5288
    @dennyringgenberg5288 Před 6 měsíci

    I am so very glad I discovered your channel Melinda, you're such a beautiful well versed lady and I love listening to your passion and enthusiasm. I have been an audio equipment lover and vinyl lover for a very long time. however I learn so much from you and you make me love vinyl and appreciate vinyl more. Thank you Melinda for all you do and who you are.😊

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Wow! Thank you so much for the kind words. It really means a lot. 🤗♥️ Have a wonderful week!

  • @MikeKovalesky
    @MikeKovalesky Před 6 měsíci

    A much belated congratulations on your 5 year VC anniversary. You are one of many VC channels I regularly watch. Look forward to getting the book and many more videos!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you so much! I really appreciate it and I hope you enjoy the book. ♥️🤗 Take care.

  • @AnalogueOctober
    @AnalogueOctober Před 7 měsíci +1

    Thrilled to be a part of your amazing 5 year celebration. And what an amazing five years it’s been. Your channel deserves all the success and high praise it deserves. 27,000 plus followers is no easy feat!! Amazing.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much for the incredible record. I love it. ♥️🤗 I hope you have a wonderful and successful new year. Take care.

  • @christianallen3832
    @christianallen3832 Před 6 měsíci

    Congrats!!! I don’t even collect records but enjoy watching you discuss the hobby!!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci

      That's awesome! Thank you so much. You made my day! 🤗♥️

  • @heribertovalentin1563
    @heribertovalentin1563 Před 7 měsíci

    Congratulations !!!! Melinda all the best to you and your family, Happy Holidays 🎄🎁🙏🎶🎵🥂🍾 Ed in New York

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much! Have a happy and healthy new year. ♥️🤗 Take care.

  • @NorthernRevolutions
    @NorthernRevolutions Před 7 měsíci +1

    Happy CZcams Anniversary Melinda. I always enjoy your videos. Youre one of the people that do it best in the VC. Couldnt agree with you more about monetization. There are some snobs in our community. Ignore them. Keep up the great work.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much! I always enjoy your videos and live streams. ♥️🤗 I hope you have an amazing new year!

  • @MrFishfinatic
    @MrFishfinatic Před 6 měsíci

    Hi Melinda enjoy your Vinyl You Tube channel very much. I am the 83 year old vinyl guy. Who loves records mostly 45’s and 78’s . Congratulations on your 5 years. You do a great JOB. Keep up the good work. I’m still buying stuff to add to my collection. 😊😊❤

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci

      Wow! I'm so honored! Thank you very much! I hope you have an amazing new year. ♥️🤗 Take care.

  • @TKRVideoCentral
    @TKRVideoCentral Před 7 měsíci +3

    Happy 5th anniversary, Melinda! One of the reasons I try never to miss your videos is because of who you are - a fan of all different types of music. I also think you're pretty unique in the way you can speak with candor and clarity about some of the negative things about collecting and the VC and yet come across as totally cool and kind in your stances - you don't find that very often. Your ability to always keep the joy of music in your heart, even with dealing with the negative, is virtually unheard of, and that's a breath of fresh air where it is often needed! Here's to many more years of your channel, take care! - TC

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you! Yes, some parts of this video were a little hard hitting. Lol. I do hope that overall, watching my channel is a positive experience. I always appreciate hearing from you. Take care and HAPPY New Year! 🤗♥️

  • @audiophileman7047
    @audiophileman7047 Před 7 měsíci

    I remember the first time that I saw one of your videos during the early days of your channel. 🤔 The topic of the video was about how to clean vinyl records. As you've noticed by watching your first video, you're no longer that person. As I've watched you grow as a music and vinyl records enthusiast, it reminds me of a rose. During the early years, you were like a rose bud. Now you're in full bloom.🌹🌹🌹 You bring a lot of heart, kindness, and joy to the hobby, and I always see the honesty in your videos. ❤ It's so nice to know that I've been along for the ride in a small way as you've grown to have this really nice YT channel. ❤ I hope that some of my comments along the way helped you to become the music fan you've wanted to be. Seeing you discover jazz, other music genres, and bands has been like watching someone open a gift on Christmas morning. Believe me, I value you as much as you value us. 👍👍👍 Thank you for the years of really good video content and for your friendship. You are a true VINYL SISTER, and I look forward to seeing more of your videos in the future. 👍💖🎸😎

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you for the kind and humbling words. Where do I even begin? You are the heart and soul of why I make videos. When I mentioned that I am blessed to hear from some viewers every single week, you were the first person I thought of. Thank you for your wisdom, kindness and friendship. I have learned so much from you and even though we have never met, I cherish you and what you share with me every week. ♥️ From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much. I hope you have a wonderful and healthy new year. It is such an honor that you gave my channel a chance and have come back through this time. Bless you and take care. ♥️🤗

    • @audiophileman7047
      @audiophileman7047 Před 7 měsíci

      You're most certainly welcome, Melinda, and I've very much enjoyed seeing and commenting on your videos. It warms me to think that I've helped you with the hobby in some way. 😊 God bless and have a very Happy New Year and may 2024 bring good things to you and your family. 🎇✨ @@MelindaMurphy​

  • @66drog
    @66drog Před 6 měsíci

    You receive any free records or anything from your channel it’s because you have good quality takes on your collection. Congrats on your five year anniversary.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci

      I appreciate your kind words. Thank you! 🤗♥️

  • @mikesgotthespins5894
    @mikesgotthespins5894 Před 7 měsíci

    Congratulations Melinda, you deserve all the good things that come your way, you earned them, it seems you do everything with class and a smile, here's to five more great years, starting with 2024, Happy New Year!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Wow! Thank you so much! I always enjoy hearing from you. You have a wonderful channel and you speak of the albums you love with passion and sincerity. I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and the new year is the best yet. Thank you and take care. 🤗♥️

    • @mikesgotthespins5894
      @mikesgotthespins5894 Před 7 měsíci

      @@MelindaMurphy Thank you Melinda, Happy 2024!

  • @TheVinylVoyage-ud3uf
    @TheVinylVoyage-ud3uf Před 6 měsíci

    Hi Melinda, congratulations on 5 years… always like your videos! Just did my first vinyl tag. Hopefully, get to 5 years myself! Cheers, Jack

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you so much and best wishes to you. I hope you have a great time. 🤗♥️ Take care.

  • @johndelavina3335
    @johndelavina3335 Před 7 měsíci

    Congratulations on 5 fun years, Melinda. I enjoy your videos so much and always look forward to the next one dropping. Happy new year! Cheers and here’s to the next five years! 🥂

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much! Happy New Year! ♥️🤗

  • @mortenaastad796
    @mortenaastad796 Před 7 měsíci

    Thank you for sharing your thoughts and enthusiasm Melinda! Godt Nytt År from over here in Scandinavia 😊

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Wow! Thank you so much for watching in Scandinavia. ♥️ I appreciate you so much. Take care.

  • @adsph
    @adsph Před 7 měsíci

    Thank you for sharing your passion

  • @zeppearl
    @zeppearl Před 7 měsíci +1

    Hi Melinda !! It goes by quick doesn't it? I have been in the VC for 12 years and it feels like time just flown by. Your channel has been so successful which is just amazing but you put out quality content and have great items. What a great honor to be included in that book How cool is that !!!!! Oh my first video is funny to watch even though I was being creative I was not comfortable being on camera. Don mind the haters they been around just as long as the VC. I would like to thank you again for Japan HOTH LP that was very kind of you. What great gifts , Harry rocks!!!! Congratulations on 5 years the next 5 years will come fast. Thank you for all you do to keep the channel going !! Cheers -VK

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Hi Vance! Time sure does fly when we're having fun. ♥️🤗 You are an early member of the VC. Congrats! I'm so glad you are enjoying the Led Zeppelin record. Thank you for the kind words. Have a very happy and healthy new year. Take care. 🤗♥️

  • @TRamone01
    @TRamone01 Před 7 měsíci

    Been along for 3 years! I've added a quite a few McCartney records thanks to you! Best Wishes!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much and I'm sure Paul appreciates it too. 😉 Have a happy new year!

  • @JustinLuey
    @JustinLuey Před 7 měsíci

    Congratulations, you do a great job. I watch even when I don't care about the records you're talking about, because your enthusiasm comes through. It's also nice to hear someone talk more about the journey and the music than the pressing details.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Thank you for the kind words. I appreciate you so much! Have a great 2024. Take care.

  • @ELPCOTILLION-SD1970
    @ELPCOTILLION-SD1970 Před 7 měsíci

    Happy Anniversary...I Didn't Realize That Till Just Now Finally Having To Chance To Watch This Video...Congratulations On 5 Splendid Years Indeed...

  • @chuckmaddison2924
    @chuckmaddison2924 Před 7 měsíci

    Good Morning and Happy New Year from Western Australia. I know it's still 5 . 40 pm in Minnesota . Thought I wish you and all America the best for the new year a tad early .

  • @Rick_Schott
    @Rick_Schott Před 7 měsíci

    Hey Melinda, being included in that book sure is a nice honor and highly deserved! Thanks for all you do.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Yes, I'm very honored to be included in that book. 🤗♥️ Thank you and happy New Year.

  • @billirby2541
    @billirby2541 Před 7 měsíci

    Happy Anniversary. Appreciate what you do.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much! Happy New Year! ♥️🤗

  • @rocnred
    @rocnred Před 6 měsíci

    So happy for you, Melinda. Watching your vinyl and hardware journey has been so fun. Everything you say always comes from the heart. I wish I knew more people like you. How do I get a signed copy of “The Book”? Never apologize for doing the hard work it takes to make videos consistently. People have NO IDEA how time-consuming and costly it is. I know it is your passion and worth every minute and every penny (especially if you can talk about EVH). I'm afraid I have to disagree with one thing you said. You are not over 50!
    I am looking forward to another five years.
    P.S. I love it when Phillip shows up.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Oh wow! You're too kind. 🤗♥️ I appreciate your kind words. There is a link in the details where you can order the book if you wish. Unfortunately, it wouldn't be signed. It would have to ship to me after the purchase so I could sign it. Thank you and take care. ♥️🤗

  • @FrankieLovesElvis
    @FrankieLovesElvis Před 7 měsíci

    Melinda, you’re a treasure, your enthusiasm and love for our hobby is infectious and you’re definitely one of the reasons I’ve tried to make my own content as well. I would love to get your feedback and thoughts on what I’m gonna try and do. Thank You for always being there. Happy New Year 🎊 😊

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you! Let me know (in a new comment so I will be assured to see it) when you put a video out and I will gladly watch it. Thank you so much. Have a wonderful new year. 🤗♥️

    • @FrankieLovesElvis
      @FrankieLovesElvis Před 7 měsíci

      @@MelindaMurphy Thank You so very much Melinda. Your support means everything to me!!! 😊 about to post one as of now. Frankie Loves Elvis. 😎

  • @londonrecordlover965
    @londonrecordlover965 Před 6 měsíci

    Hi Melinda, I just caught up with this video, just a quick comment to say congratulations on reaching the 5 year milestone and thanks for all the entertainment. I love your videos and really appreciate the fact that you read and acknowledge my comments! Happy New Year from London

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you so much for being a part of my channel. 🤗♥️ I really appreciate your comments and the time you spend with me discussing this fun hobby. Take care.

  • @johns126
    @johns126 Před 7 měsíci

    I always look forward to your videos and your replies to my comments. It’s a positive experience all round ! I really do admire greatly what you have done and where you are now.
    I just hope you have the energy and desire to keep going
    - I learn so much from your presentations.
    Above all, you are so wonderfully authentic-I respect that aspect of your approach the most 😊

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Wow! Thank you so much! I never dreamed I would still be making videos dice years later but I'm still having a great time. ♥️🤗 I appreciate your kind words. Have a wonderful 2024. Take care.

  • @dano-jafo
    @dano-jafo Před 7 měsíci

    Congrats, on your 5 year anniversary!🎉 You were talking about your background s, I miss the fireplace with the lazy dog. Cheers!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Haha! She is laying by the fireplace as I write this. Maybe she can make an appearance again soon. Thank you and Happy New Year! ♥️🤗

  • @ELPCOTILLION-SD1970
    @ELPCOTILLION-SD1970 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Around The Time I First Subscribed To Ur Channel~I Binge Watched All Ur Past Videos To Try And Catch Up...Overall They Were Splendid...Like Venturing Down Memory Lane...

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      You're so sweet! Thank you! I always enjoy hearing from you. ♥️🤗

    • @ELPCOTILLION-SD1970
      @ELPCOTILLION-SD1970 Před 7 měsíci +1

      ​​​@@MelindaMurphy Splendid...Ur Quite Welcome...Hope U Had A Splendid Christmas...It's Not Over Yet As Far As I'm Concerned... There's Still The 12 Days Of Christmas...I'm Not Going To Take My Christmas Tree Down Yet...I'm Quite Sentimental...Especially About The Christmas Holiday Season...

  • @booieaguilar4792
    @booieaguilar4792 Před 7 měsíci

    Agreed, support your favorite vinyl content creator. My favorite channel is "Pieces Of Vinyl". A lot of channels that I have found speak more on Rock, but Rocco Richardson has a abundance of information on great soul, modern soul, funk that I love, and his collection is top notch as well. This is a great community and I believe we learn new things every day from each other.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci

      I agree. I am always learning something new from other vinyl CZcams channels. ♥️🤗 Pieces of Vinyl sounds like a wonderful channel. Thank you and happy New Year!

  • @treyhutchison
    @treyhutchison Před 6 měsíci

    What a nice video Malinda. I hope you and your husband have a wonderful new year and I look forward to your upcoming videos.
    Trey

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you very much! Happy New Year. ♥️🤗

  • @seanjones618
    @seanjones618 Před 7 měsíci

    You’re are very welcome Melinda

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci

      I'm so glad you watched this. I love this version of Bookends. Thank you so much! ♥️🤗 I hope you have a wonderful 2024 filled with incredible record finds. Take care.

    • @seanjones618
      @seanjones618 Před 6 měsíci

      @@MelindaMurphy Melinda I watch all your videos 😆😆😆

  • @richardlloyd5519
    @richardlloyd5519 Před 7 měsíci

    Five Years: Great Job Melinda! And the thing is, you are enjoying the hobby, and helping so many others enjoy it, as well. Thanks so much!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      I appreciate your sweet comment so much. Thank you and happy New Year. 🤗♥️

  • @26Jorgeb
    @26Jorgeb Před 7 měsíci

    Happy New Year to you and the whole family! Always looking forward to your videos!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much! Happy New Year! ♥️🤗

  • @richardwhite2344
    @richardwhite2344 Před 7 měsíci

    Haooy 5th Anniversary and I wish you and your husband and family a Safe, very happy and healthy New Year-2024. I so appreciate all your hard work to make videos for your channel and I turly enjoy every video. That is so wonderful that your included in that book. Take care

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much for the kind words. I really appreciate it. I'm honored to be a part of the book. ♥️🤗 I hope you have a wonderful new year. Take care.

  • @msingh1932
    @msingh1932 Před 7 měsíci +1

    The enthusiasm, the excitement...you have no idea how much you make your humble fans gurgle with joy. Have a Happy New Year!...Phil too!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      You're very sweet! Thank you so much. ♥️🤗 Happy New Year!

  • @ianemery4355
    @ianemery4355 Před 7 měsíci

    I enjoy the channels I subscribe to! Mostly in the US I do enjoy your Channel Melinda ! It's the enthusias!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Wow! Thank you so much! Happy Year! ♥️🤗

  • @dimebagdave77
    @dimebagdave77 Před 7 měsíci

    Manythnx, congratulations and Happy new year Melinda!🤘 your videos are ones i always look forward to

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Happy new year! Thank you so much! 🤗♥️ I am always happy to hear from you.

  • @DarkSideOfThePepper
    @DarkSideOfThePepper Před 7 měsíci

    I may not always comment but I always watch your videos Melinda. You are a real person and what you talk about is always from the heart. I hope you have a great 2024. Happy New Year to you and your Family. **Revised These people that are against monetizing, CZcams is going to make money from your channel *with or without you*. If you have reached the status to monetize, everyone should do it. Hats off to you for mentioning it. HAVE FUN, block/ignore the keyboard warriors who want to rule the world.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much for the kind words and I appreciate you so much.
      You are right, CZcams puts out commercials on everyone's videos whether they are monitored or not. Why let CZcams make all of the money? 🤔
      I hope you have an amazing new year. 🤗♥️ Take care.

  • @scottmackenzie6699
    @scottmackenzie6699 Před 7 měsíci

    How you share your discovery of music, records, gear, pressings, etc with utter enthusiasm is contagious. You provide an effervescence to this world that’s irreplaceable. So I follow your channel and I am the better for it. Thank you!! Many blessings to you and your family in 2024 and beyond.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Blessings to you as well. ♥️🤗 Thank you for the kind words. I hope you have an amazing new year. Take care.

  • @robison5396
    @robison5396 Před 7 měsíci

    Congratulations Melinda..how time flies!.
    Happy new year to you.🎉

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Can you believe it? Time does fly. Thank you and have a wonderful new year. ♥️🤗

  • @OutOnTheTiles
    @OutOnTheTiles Před 7 měsíci

    Watching from Canada! Love your channel and congrats on the five years.
    All the best in the New Year. Cheers 🥂

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much my Canadian friend. Happy New Year. 🤗♥️

  • @jeffcooley7577
    @jeffcooley7577 Před 7 měsíci

    Hi Melinda. I live in Illinois and I watch and subscribe to your channel-enjoy it too! Despite not living too far from Riverbend Records...I only found out about them because I watch your channel. I recently made a trip to Riverbed, treated myself to a superb original copy of Pet Sounds-bought it directly from Billy at Riverbend...and I told Billy I found his store...because of you. I just wanted to say I appreciate you and your channel. Thank you!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Wow! That's so cool! Billy is a fantastic guy and I'm so glad you have such a great record store nearby. Thank you for mentioning my name. He has been incredibly good to me and I am so happy that talking about him on my channel has made a difference. The original Pet Sounds was a tremendous score too. 🤗🔥 Thank you and Happy New Year.

  • @seand67
    @seand67 Před 7 měsíci

    Congratulations and Happy New Year

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much! Happy New Year! ♥️♥️

  • @madteam3parents773
    @madteam3parents773 Před 7 měsíci

    Congratulations Melinda! And Happy and healthy New Year to you and your family

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much! Happy New Year! 🤗♥️

  • @dazaaw
    @dazaaw Před 7 měsíci

    Happy 5th anniversary Melinda. And a happy New Year 🎉 to you too..

  • @brewt1mer
    @brewt1mer Před 7 měsíci

    Loved watching your channel since the beginning…you have definitely come a long way in your presentation….heres to a wonderful new year🎉🎉

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you! Yes, the first videos were very rough. Lol. 😃 Have a wonderful new year!

  • @harrysmusicroom
    @harrysmusicroom Před 7 měsíci

    Great video! I agree with you on trolls and such, and thanks for the shout out! Bookends is my favorite S&G album. Happy New Year to you and Phillip (I hope Santa brought him some Kiss records)

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Haha! He would prefer a lump of coal over a Kiss record. 😃 Thanks again for the cool painting. That was an awesome gift. I hope you and your wife have a wonderful new year. ♥️ Take care.

  • @averagejoe8187
    @averagejoe8187 Před 7 měsíci

    Congratulations on your 5 year anniversary! I enjoy the content, passion and messages of your videos. Happy New Year.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you and have a wonderful new year. 🤗♥️

  • @josephfrager9325
    @josephfrager9325 Před 7 měsíci

    Congratulations on 5 year anniversary. Love and enjoy your videos. Can’t wait to see more in 2024. Have a great weekend and a happy new year 🎉🎶🍾

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much! 🤗♥️ Happy New Year!

  • @michaelt2469
    @michaelt2469 Před 7 měsíci

    This is a perfect video!!! Congrats on everything, and being totally upfront. Keep up the good work.

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much! Happy New Year! ♥️🤗

  • @northernvinylguy
    @northernvinylguy Před 6 měsíci

    Hi Melinda, I recently started my own vinyl channel and have been excited to get things going. The VC is great and has taught me a lot about vinyl records and the hobby. I appreciate your videos as they've been very enjoyable. Congrats on your inclusion in the book publication, I'll have to check it out. Cheers from Canada!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you! I will have to check out your channel. Best wishes and have fun. 🤗♥️

  • @coleccionistapr7630
    @coleccionistapr7630 Před 7 měsíci

    Happy New Year. I love your videos. Happy 5th anniversary

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you very much! Have a wonderful new year. ♥️🤗

  • @Bootradr
    @Bootradr Před 7 měsíci

    I look forward to your videos Melinda. Just like you appreciate us, the viewers, we appreciate you for your great videos and positive attitude 👍
    One of the things I enjoy the most about your channel is that you are down to earth and seem like a person that would make a great friend to anyone. You keep the content clean, you have a positive attitude, you have interesting content, and I enjoy the occasional nostalgia I can relate to from hearing some of your occasional stories on how an album or song takes you back to a specific incident or time. It's personal and it's something I think we all can relate to. You do a great job and I'm really glad you started making videos in the vinyl community!
    I hope that you and your husband have a Happy New Year and thank you for the time and work you put into the VC :-)
    Brian in Fort Worth 🎶

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much for the kind words. I really appreciate you and I always look forward to hearing from you in the comments. ♥️🤗 Happy New Year!

  • @dmichaelelkins1
    @dmichaelelkins1 Před 7 měsíci

    Congratulations on your Anniversary! Looking forward to the next five years!

    • @MelindaMurphy
      @MelindaMurphy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much! Have a happy and healthy new year. 🤗♥️