A to Z Media

02/06/2025

We're excited to announce the launch of BESPOKEN, a podcast that delves into the world of independent music and physical media culture. In each episode, we'll speak with the industry experts and dedicated creators who bring music to life in every format imaginable.

In this episode of BESPOKEN, host Scott Pollack (President of A to Z Media) welcomes renowned Zoetrope animator and artist Drew Tetz. Drew, known for his mesmerizing zoetrope artwork for vinyl records and slipmats, shares his journey from graphic design to becoming an influential figure in the field of zoetropes.

The conversation delves into Drew's creative process, his notable projects, and his innovative experiments with animation and technology. Drew discusses collaborations with Sean Lennon (John Lennon's Grammy-winning Mind Games box set), Enjoy The Ride Records (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), and Sacred Bones Records (John Carpenter - The Master of Horror), and he offers insights into how the oldest form of motion pictures is being revitalized in modern art. Listen in to learn about Drew's unique approach to blending science and art to create visual magic.

Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel (linked below) or stream it wherever you get your podcasts (https://bespokenpodcast.podbean.com/)

https://youtu.be/EMRVhYskgZs?si=ENRqCQJLqMwTn7F1

In this episode of BESPOKEN, host Scott Pollack welcomes renowned Zoetrope animator and artist Drew Tetz. Drew, known for his mesmerizing zoetrope artwork fo...

02/05/2025

🚨 NEW COLOR BLENDS & EFFECTS 🚨

Our catalog of vinyl colors and effects has been updated for 2025. Choose from a wide selection of eye-catching color recipes to match your album’s packaging.

🌀 SWIRLS
Other color combinations may be possible, but it is recommended that new blends are tested first.
💨 SB BLENDS
Pre-defined ‘smoke’ recipes for a marble effect.
🥌 MB BLENDS
Pre-defined recipes for a marble effect.
⭐️ MD BLENDS
Deluxe marble effect recipes.
🩵 CB BLENDS
Pre-defined ‘cream’ recipes for a marble effect.

Does something catch your eye? Visit our website to download the 2025 color chart featuring all of the new and exclusive color vinyl options. https://www.atozmedia.com/vinyl-pressing/

02/04/2025

Have an upcoming tour, concert, or event? You need merch...fast! 🏃 We offer a range of custom merch that can be made in as few as 5 days, including:

✍️ Pens
👉 Wristbands
💦 Water Bottles
👺 Temporary Tattoos
⚪️ Pins/Badges
🧲 Magnets
🚗 Bumper Stickers
🗞️ Rolling Papers
🔥 Zippo Lighters
🍺 Koozies
👕 Tees
🥶 Hoodies
👜 Tote Bags

Get in touch with us:
www.atozmedia.com
[email protected]
(888) 912-1279

02/03/2025

Congratulations to all of the artists who won a Grammy last night at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards. 🌟 Here’s the list of Grammy-award-winning projects we worked on for our clients , , and . Give them a spin today!

🏆 Best Dance Pop Recording
“Von dutch” — Charli xcx

🏆 Best Progressive R&B Album
Why Lawd? — NxWorries (Anderson .Paak & Knxwledge)

🏆 Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical
i/o — Tchad Blake, Oli Jacobs, Katie May & Dom Shaw, engineers; Matt Colton, mastering engineer (Peter Gabriel)

🏆 Best Immersive Audio Album
i/o (In-Side Mix) — Hans-Martin Buff, immersive mix engineer; Brian Eno, Peter Gabriel & Richard Russell, immersive producers (Peter Gabriel)

01/30/2025

Bespoken — The A to Z Media Podcast 🎙️

Stay tuned for our first episode next week! ✨

01/29/2025

Alex Steinweiss created the first album cover using graphic design circa 1938, for Rodgers & Hart’s Richard Rodgers conducts Rodgers & Hart. 80+ years later, an album’s cover art endures as the first visual impression of an artist’s music. 🎨

“Steinweiss revolutionized how music was sold. After he redesigned Columbia's packaging for Rogers and Hart, sales went up almost 900 percent. His innovations didn't end there: In 1948, when LPs were introduced, Steinweiss designed the first LP jacket.” - Anastasia Tsioulcas (NPR)

Are you ready to make a lasting impression with your next album cover? Reach out today to discuss eye-catching finishes and effects for your album cover, including die-cuts, embossing, foils, specialty finishes, and more. ✨

https://www.atozmedia.com/

📸 Alex Steinweiss photographed for DownBeat Magazine at his home studio, 1947.
William P. Gottlieb/Library of Congress

01/28/2025

📣 CALLING ALL LABELS, BANDS & ARTISTS 📣

SXSW is right around the corner! If you’re performing or showcasing, now is the time to order merch. 🚨

Need ideas? Swipe through to see all the crucial merch you need to make an impact in Austin. Visit our website to get started today: https://www.atozmedia.com/

👕 Shirts
🧢 Hats
👜 Totes
🔥 Matches, lighters, rolling papers
🔑 Key chains, koozies, pins, water bottles, mugs & more

01/27/2025

"I Love My Mom" is Indigo De Souza's first album, originally released in 2018, reissued in 2021 by our friends at Saddle Creek Records, and repressed by A to Z Media in 2024.

The release features 140g vinyl, pressed in two variants including black and "Rose Quarts" color vinyl, and housed in a full-color jacket. Kimberly Oberhammer, Indigo De Souza's mom, created the cover art for this album. ❤️

Are you ready to get started on your next vinyl project? Get in touch today! https://www.atozmedia.com/

01/24/2025

In 2020, Vinyl Me, Please released the first-ever vinyl edition of John Cale’s legendary lost mix of The Stooges. 🫠

In an interview published on the VMP blog, reissue producer Jason Jones (A&R, Rhino) said the Cale mix was originally shelved because it was “too quiet and did not have the power Holzman [original producer] had in mind. However, in my opinion, I relish the John Cale mix because it’s even more cavemen-like than Holzman’s!“ Jones continues: “In working with Rhino’s production team, we decided to go with glossy tip-on sleeves, and I chose a rarely used Elektra design for the labels. I took every piece of the design to heart.“ ❤️

The release features 180g vinyl pressed with a transparent red and black Galaxy effect, housed in a 12" disco bag and full-color case-wrapped jacket sporting red foil stamping.

Are you ready to get started on your next vinyl project? Get in touch today! 📧📲

📸 by Vinyl, Me Please

01/22/2025

The Vinyl Alliance blog recently interviewed Scott Pollack, President of A to Z Media, along with several other industry leaders. In the article, Scott shares how A to Z Media helps labels (both major and independent) and artists bring their music to vinyl through comprehensive services including design consultation, technical expertise, and project management.

Read the full article:

https://vinylalliance.org/physical-media-brokers-turning-visions-into-vinyl/

01/17/2025

RIP to an absolute legend. So fortunate to have worked on many David Lynch albums and soundtracks over the years, especially for our dear friends at .

David Lynch created worlds of complexity and mystery, where dreams and nightmares were often one and the same. We’ll have his films, music, books, and art forever! 💫💔

01/15/2025

Here's a recent repress we manufactured for our friends at , ' Do Hollywood!

Originally released in 2016, Do Hollywood is the debut album by Brian and Michael D'Addario. This pressing features 140g black vinyl and a full-color jacket, inner sleeve, and labels.

Are you seeing your original (and now out-of-print) releases go for $$$ on the second-hand market? Consider repressing! If you’re manufacturing it with A to Z for the first time, we make the transition seamless. Have you pressed it with us before? Getting a reorder going is quick and easy—and with speedy turn times, you’ll have the product in hand fast! 🚀

01/09/2025

The devastation caused to the community by the fires in Los Angeles is unimaginable. Many clients, friends, vendors, and A to Z staff are directly affected by the Eaton and Palisades fires.

Check our Stories for links to resources and info for those who need support.

If you are in Los Angeles, please stay safe. 🙏

01/06/2025

We recently completed production on a repress of ’s 2016 album, Deluxe! Originally released by and manufactured for , the LP features metallic silver vinyl, a full-color jacket and center labels, a black paper inner sleeve, and a Pantone silver marketing sticker. 🩶

Are you seeing your original (and now out-of-print) releases go for $$$ on the second-hand market? Consider repressing! If you’re manufacturing it with A to Z for the first time, we make the transition seamless. Have you pressed it with us before? Getting a reorder going is quick and easy—and with speedy turn times, you’ll have the product in hand fast! 🚀

12/30/2024

As 2024 comes to an end, we're filled with gratitude. Thirty years ago, A to Z Media began in Sarah Robertson's NYC apartment with a simple dream of providing the overlooked sector of underground record labels and recording artists greater guidance in their manufacturing and packaging choices. We're humbled to reflect on the journey that's brought us here.

This month, we've taken moments to pause and remember–dusting off old photographs, revisiting early projects, and sharing snippets of our history that remind us how far we've come. Each memory is a testament to the incredible clients, partners, and staff members who have been part of our story.

We're proud of how we've continued to grow, adapt, and serve our clients with the same commitment we started with three decades ago while continuing to innovate and create value.

As we look toward 2025, we're excited about the possibilities ahead. Thank you for being part of our journey–your trust and partnership mean everything to us.

12/29/2024

Over the years, we've attended many conferences, concerts, panels, pop-ups, industry meet-ups, award ceremonies, and client parties. Here are some photos from recent years, attending events, Label Hang, , and more! We look forward to seeing you more in 2025 and beyond.

Join us each day this month as we journey through three decades of our story, uncovering hidden gems from our archives and sharing memorable moments. ✨

12/28/2024

In 2020, A to Z Media was spotted in a article featuring our client . Writer addressed the history of fan-supported unique merch drops. It's a good read, with photos by !

Join us each day this month as we journey through three decades of our story, uncovering hidden gems from our archives and sharing memorable moments. ✨

12/27/2024

In 2020 we started production on the incredible "Original Broadway Cast of Hamilton" 4LP box set. The release features black vinyl, each housed in a 12" Discobag & Jacket, with a 16-page book, collected in a two-piece rigid box. The set came out beautifully and we're proud to have worked on several represses.

But wait there's more! A few years before this in 2016 we made the "Hamilton Mixtape" which is now out of print and commanding high prices on the second-hand market.

Join us each day this month as we journey through three decades of our story, uncovering hidden gems from our archives and sharing memorable moments. ✨