"God Don't Like Ugly" in the Vinyl Community

[@SCjuisy]

Just don't watch Rachel's stream anymore. The who's and what's are important, because they are mostly the same who's and what's. Greetings

[@djtrishm]

So True Scott. My channel is a safe calm place to go!

[@crazyprayingmantis5596]

I think people have forgotten what the VC was all about, these livestreams aren't it.

[@djvinylvertigo]

Live streams have the potential to enhance the love of physical music appreciation experience. I have seen it happen. The petty stuff gets in the way.

[@crazyprayingmantis5596]

@@djvinylvertigo Every live stream I've seen is a bunch of bored old men arguing with each other for hours

[@vinylrichie007]

@@crazyprayingmantis5596I’m old but not bored. The livestreams are not the VC.

[@crazyprayingmantis5596]

@@vinylrichie007 You might be a woman Richie ☺️

[@franksmusic2880]

I agree, I sometimes just stay away from that morning show, it can get really toxic like this morning it went off the rails again. We should all be together as family of friends. This is one of the reasons I won’t make any videos. I have lots great R&B soul and funk records to show but I’m to nervous on camera. Let’s keep together people..✌️🎼🎸

[@djvinylvertigo]

Don't be. Come up!! Today was a surprise!!

[@IvanMusicMan]

Keep the Soul music alive ❤

[@daviddonley3978]

Well said ✌

[@vinylrichie007]

If you don’t like ugly don’t go to the livestreams. The livestreams and vc are not the same thing.

[@djvinylvertigo]

I respectfully disagree, Richie. The harsh, ironic talk is witty and done for fun. That's fine. It is the ugliness, like what occurred this morning, which has no place amongst grown ass people.

[@vinylrichie007]

@@djvinylvertigo The livestreams and the vc are two different things. I’m not saying one is good and the other is bad. I am saying that the vast amount of drama revolves around the livestreams. I don’t know what got ugly today but I’m sure it has happened before.

[@djvinylvertigo]

It got racist at one point. There was gaslighting. There were lies told. A shit show. I can handle a lot, but it was totally inappropriate. I won't be frightened away. I will continue to call it out. And the livestreams are a part of the VC experience.

[@vinylrichie007]

@@djvinylvertigo That is unfortunate. Take care my brother.

[@BD_MEDIA.]

I'm ashamed to say it, but there are trolls EVERYWHERE in media. Unhappy souls that want to bring down everyone to their level, and they don't care HOW good a person is, or how noble their intentions are, which is a loss for themselves. There are trolls on Facebook also, who just don't see the destructive nature of what they do. All I know is that I have to take my actions seriously enough to bring the world UP with me, because there are too many that need to be lifted up out of their state of blindness that they themselves are in. We should be celebrating each other, not tearing each other down. That's how I feel.

[@SupraWes]

I have never seen one of these rachel shows but all I hear is drama coming from them so I stay away.

[@djvinylvertigo]

It is actually pretty fun most times. It is definitely not for everyone. Recently, there have been some toxic behavior expressed, but it has gotten better controlled now. Good to hear from you, Wes!

[@elliottcrews4997]

Hey Scott, well said. People forget this should all just be for fun. Mean is mean, no place for it.

[@djvinylvertigo]

Absolutely, Elliott!!!

[@joecarrera1799]

I'd probably just echo what Vinyl Richie said. A while ago I started seeing these clips someone had (helpfully?) made showing a few of the more heated exchanges during some livestreams. Prior to that I was ignorant about this. The ones I watch are usually pretty low key. At the end of the day, we're just talking about records. Take it easy, guys.

[@garycornell6433]

Scott, thanks for speaking up. You had to courage to say that “hurtful speech” has no place among all of us Record lovers! Personally I love to stick to the music!

[@BD_MEDIA.]

Continue to call out the negativity, Scott, that's the best way to correct it. A wise person will reflect on their ways and consider what is being said.

[@djvinylvertigo]

Thank you so much!! I intend to. This is a great community. No reason for it to deteriorate into bad vibes.

[@BD_MEDIA.]

@@djvinylvertigo I agree 👍 💯

[@andygladwin2049]

Hi Scott, well said. I watched for short spells both yesterday and today and them switched as supposedly grown adult behaving like children holds no interest for me. Shame because at times Rachel’s show can be laugh out loud funny. Keep saying like it is. Andy

[@tokyorecordstyle]

I’ve been watching the VC from afar for a while, not the livestreams so much but the various creator videos and individual channels, and would have never guessed needing such a thick skin to hang. I get that people are so passionate about music but yeah, getting a little closer to the flame, seems a little like Lord of the Flies.

[@djvinylvertigo]

Sometimes it is that way!!

[@tokyorecordstyle]

Good to hear it’s just sometimes! I guess just like in the media, “If it bleeds, it leads” but I do hope to see more of and hear louder voices of positivity and reconciliation. Music is a chance to bring people together and not push them apart :-)

[@BeaSides]

You’re welcome to come chill with us on our streams any time.

[@matbasterson520]

Hey Scott, i wasn't around to see what happened this morning but your response to it shows a lot of grace and a prime example of taking the high road. Matt

[@Canadianbob60]

DJ Vinyl Vertigo, I've watched a few of your vids and find them very good. While I have no idea what this is all referring to, as a fellow collector, I'm sad to hear if you suffered at the hands of narrowminded rude collectors. Take care.

[@djvinylvertigo]

I haven't personally suffered. I am just calling out bad behavior that I have witnessed in general. Thank you!!

[@marcyfan-tz4wj]

i follow various figures in "community" you speak of and haven't watched situation of which you speak but i'll chime in to say that you are a voice of reason. i tried to reach an old friend in tampa by phone today but they weren't home. maybe that's why i thought of you and came across your briefest yet still worthy video.

[@marcyfan-tz4wj]

the waxed is hard to take but i discovered rachel's ghost and enjoyed your appearance there.

[@catherine6653]

Sorry to hear feelings were hurt. I like Racers Records live stream. It's structured and only lasts one hour. Take care. You are loved by many people in the VC ❤

[@djvinylvertigo]

You're the best, Catherine!! Yes, Racers Records is a wonderful stream!!!

[@vinyltalkwithtavis3145]

My space is safe. It wasn’t this controversial back in the day

[@djvinylvertigo]

Your channel is always a breath of fresh air!!! Great to finally meet you!!!

[@robbiedetroitstigermanviny8883]

Well said!

[@gajk041008]

Agreed Scott... The love of music shouldn't mean drama, attacks, trolling, insults etc... ✌️

[@djvinylvertigo]

Absolutely, Elliott!! Thanks!!

[@gajk041008]

Hey Scott, this is Glen

[@djvinylvertigo]

@@gajk041008 I was typing too fast, trying to answer everyone!! 🤣🤣 Thanks, Glen!!

[@gajk041008]

All good Scott! 👍