The Adams Journal
Dig through the crates with us – honest reviews, rare finds, and sonic treasures. Whether you're a crate-digger or a casual spinner, we've got your groove.
Featured Reviews
Standout albums of the moment
If You Want It - Niteflyte
The album that changed the game.
Feel My Pain - Lil' Phat
A deep dive into Lil' Phat's latest masterpiece.
Can't Relate - Gunna
An exploration of Gunna’s evolution.
Look What You've Done - Drake
A retrospective on Drake's career.
NOT FAIR - Leon Thomas
A soulful journey through heartbreak and healing.
Top 3 Picks This Month
Our current obsessions – carefully spun and selected.
Spread
Spread
Outkast’s 'Spread' is a standout track from their acclaimed double album 'Speakerboxxx/The Love Below.' André 3000’s playful delivery and the song’s funky groove make it a fan favorite, celebrated for its infectious energy and genre-blending style.
Sweet Leaf
Sweet Leaf
'Sweet Leaf' by Black Sabbath appears on their groundbreaking 1971 album 'Master of Reality.' The song’s heavy riffs and raw vocals helped define the sound of early heavy metal, and it remains beloved for its powerful energy and influence on generations of rock musicians.
MUTT
MUTT
Leon Thomas’s 'MUTT' comes from his album 'Electric Dusk.' The track showcases his soulful vocals and innovative production, resonating with listeners for its emotional depth and unique blend of R&B and jazz influences.
Author - Matthew Adams
Welcome to the Vinyl Vault (not the original name). Vinyl Vault was started to share my love for music with the masses. It includes in-depth reviews, articles on the musical landscape, and a myriad of other mediums.
The goal of this publication is to enrich readers with knowledge they may not have had before and provide information they can share with others.
The Blog
Tips, stories, and behind-the-scenes from the music world.
Look What You've Done - Drake
A retrospective on Drake's career.
NOT FAIR - Leon Thomas
A soulful journey through heartbreak and healing.
Read Our Latest Vinyl Articles
Deep dives into classic albums, hidden gems, and fresh spins from today's artists.
What is a 'Classic' album
The definition of classic is “judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality and outstanding of its kind”. Many call every other album a classic, but what are the criteria for a “classic” album? What makes a classic album classic...
Read More →ATLiens by Outkast (1996)
Let me explain this only child style”. This is a bar that, throughout the whole album, kept me hooked and gave me insight as to what the two ATL legends have in store for me as the listener....
Read More →5 Albums One Man
1969 was the year that continued to show the industry how fast Stevie Wonder was transforming into a star. With “My Cherie Amour,” releasing this album would send him closer to superstar status...
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