Articles & Updates

Suitcase Records, Queensland’s only vinyl pressing plant is turning 1. To celebrate, we are creating our own compilation album of Australian independent artists and all profits are going back to...

June’s relationship with vinyl began as a child, when her Dad rigged up an old turntable to play in the shed during housework.   Her love of music grew exponentially...

An important part of getting great vinyl  is checking your test pressings. Here's some info about how to go about it.   Test pressings provide artists the opportunity to listen...

Throughout our journey, we’ve watched dozens of bands and artists create and launch their albums. We’ve learned a few things along the way too, and have some valuable insights to...

Offset printing and digital printing are two different methods of printing images or text on vinyl record covers. Offset printing is a traditional printing method that uses a printing plate,...

The process of pressing vinyl is just that - a process. From recording to mixing, to mastering, lacquer cutting and pressing, there are many steps, each playing a vital role...

If you didn't already know, Record Store Day is an annual event that 'celebrates the culture of the independently owned record store.' Each year since 2007, the event has brought...

One of our co-directors Neil Wilson was recently interviewed by host Branko on local radio station 4ZZZ. Check out the recording here! (Minutes: 1:07:30 - 1:20:07) Neil Wilson and Branko...

Director of Suitcase Records, record maker, music lover.  You could argue that Neil has been preparing for his gig at Suitcase Records since the age of 10 when he was given Suzi...

When Neil and Kathy decided to create Suitcase Records, the original plan was for Kathy to keep working her day job. After all, someone needed to be sensible right? Plus,...

When Neil and Kathy first approached Luna to fill the position of Suitcase Records Factory Dog, Luna had to ask for some time to make her decision. She had spent...