Listen "Wilco for Audiophiles: A Conversation with Steve Westman"
Episode Synopsis
On this episode of Shoving Wilco, Todd welcomes YouTube creator Steve Westman. Known for his channel The Audiophiles, Westman has built a reputation for his deep dives into vinyl pressings, mastering engineers, and the joy of record collecting. Together, they unpack what it means to experience Wilco on vinyl—why pressing quality matters, which engineers have shaped the sound we love, and how the physical medium continues to bring listeners closer to the band’s music. They also discuss their favorite Wilco albums ON VINYL. The list is below, with links to Discogs! Steve's Picks (in no order):AM, 2025 Rhino HiFiBeing There, 2017 DeluxeSummerteeth, 2020 DeluxeYankee Hotel Foxtrot, 2022 Deluxe. Todd's choice: for YHF: 2002 European PressingA Ghost is Born, 2025 ReissueSky Blue Sky, 2007 MasterKicking Television, 2010 RSD ReleaseTodd's Picks (in no order):Cruel Country, 2023 OGThe Whole Love, 2024 Reissue Schmilco, 2016 OG (do not sleep on the Schmilco release)
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