Ep397: Neil Fallon of Clutch

The Vinyl Guide - Artist Interviews for Record Collectors and Music Nerds

Neil Fallon discusses the rare records of Clutch, the formation of "Weathermaker Music", the rewards and challenges of running a record label, the Clutch catalogue and the latest entry - "Sunrise on Slaughter Beach - The Complete Edition" 7" vinyl boxset.

Topics include:

• Sunrise on Slaughter Beach 7” set
• Boxset planning and supply chain
• Clutch benefitted from file sharing
• Weathermaker Music is another creative outlet
• The backstory of Weathermaker Music
• Learning curves of running a record company
• Owning the errors of the supply chain
• Designing The Obelisk box set
• Artwork of the Sunrise on Slaughter Beach 7” set
• Clutch and conceptual continuity
• How does a typical Clutch track come together?
• What did teenage Neil Fallon’s record collection look like?
• Early hardcore shows in the DC area
• Integrity and respect for the fanbase
• The work ethic of the band and label
• Which Clutch albums do and do not control
• The Pitchfork single and reissue
• Non-involvement in the Music on Vinyl reissues
• 1st recording of The Elephant Riders
• A hidden “Easter Egg” on Robot Hive / Exodus
• Sunrise on Slaughter Beach 7” hand pressed vinyl
• Interview wrap up

Order "Sunrise at Slaughter Beach - The Complete Edition" 7" boxset here.

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