"A Focal Press Book" -- from cover. Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Lacquer Cutting -- Electroplating -- Manufacturing -- Distribution -- Record Labels -- Record Stores -- Lathe Cutting -- DJing.
Summary:
"Women in Vinyl: The Art of Making Vinyl provides a comprehensive guide to the world of vinyl, with a focus on empowerment, diversity, and inclusion, designed to both demystify the vinyl community and highlight the vital role women and minority groups play in shaping the industry. Divided into each step of the process, the book provides a detailed overview of the vinyl manufacturing process, from lacquer cutting, electroplating, and record pressing, to the roles of record labels, distribution, DJs and more. With interviews and profiles from global professionals throughout, the book is a first-of-its-kind guide to the vinyl industry and the women who are blazing trails within it. Women in Vinyl is an essential resource for professionals, hobbyists, and students interested in the process of making vinyl, including those who want to deepen their understanding of the vinyl medium and its role in shaping the music industry, as well as for those interested in the work of the organisation Women in Vinyl"-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.