TV series

Vinyl

Name: Vinyl
Released: 2016
Cast: Bobby Cannavale, Olivia Wilde, Ray Romano, Ato Essandoh, Max Casella

2016· 1 season· 60 min episodesTV-MA★ 7.0Canceled

On HBO — From HBO · Sikelia Productions

He didn't see the future. He heard it.

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Synopsis

In 1970s New York, jaded record exec Richie Finestra tries to resurrect his failing label and fractured personal life while keeping his finger on the pulse of the city's new sound.

Themes

new york city rock 'n' roll 1970s music business

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E1 PilotNext upFeb 14, 2016 · 113 min · ★ 7.0
Synopsis
New York City, 1973. Together with his partners, Richie Finestra, president of American Century Records, is on the verge of selling his struggling company to German Polygram, in a deal that includes an impending distribution agreement with Led Zeppelin. But after a disastrous meeting, it's clear that the sale is in jeopardy.
Guest stars: Andrew Dice Clay (Frank "Buck" Rogers), Ian Hart (Peter Grant), Susan Heyward (Cece), Emily Tremaine (Heather), Bo Dietl (Joe Corso), Armen Garo (Corrado Galasso), Ephraim Sykes (Marvin), Mackenzie Meehan (Penny)
E2 Yesterday Once MoreFeb 21, 2016 · 56 min · ★ 6.7
Synopsis
With German Polygram executives in town to complete the deal for American Century, Richie delivers a bombshell that shocks the prospective buyers, as well as his partners, Zak Yankovich, ACR's head of promotions, and Skip Fontaine, head of sales. When the dust settles, the Germans storm out of the ACR offices, leaving Richie to face the ire of Zak, Skip and company attorney Scott Levitt.
Guest stars: Susan Heyward (Cece), Emily Tremaine (Heather), Ephraim Sykes (Marvin), Mackenzie Meehan (Penny), Griffin Newman (Casper), Frank van Putten (Von Kinkel), John Cameron Mitchell (Andy Warhol), Jay Klaitz (Hal Underwood)
E3 Whispered SecretsFeb 28, 2016 · 56 min · ★ 6.2
Synopsis
At a record producers' banquet honoring Maury Gold, Richie is embarrassed when the emcee, rival record exec Jackie Jervis, makes a joke about the failed German Polygram deal. Later, Maury and mob cohort Corrado Galasso pay a visit to American Century to probe a detective's recent inquiry, and Joe Corso drops by to pitch Richie a demo by his banquet date, Nora.
Guest stars: Andrew Dice Clay (Frank "Buck" Rogers), Susan Heyward (Cece), Emily Tremaine (Heather), Bo Dietl (Joe Corso), Armen Garo (Corrado Galasso), Ephraim Sykes (Marvin), Mackenzie Meehan (Penny), Griffin Newman (Casper)
E4 The RacketMar 6, 2016 · 54 min · ★ 6.9
Synopsis
Richie feels embarrassed at a record producers' banquet whilst a junior A&R rep attempts to court Alice Cooper.
Guest stars: Susan Heyward (Cece), Emily Tremaine (Heather), Ephraim Sykes (Marvin), Mackenzie Meehan (Penny), Jay Klaitz (Hal Underwood), Ken Marino (Jackie Jervis), Annie Parisse (Andrea Zito), Daniel J. Watts (Hannibal)
E5 He in Racist FireMar 13, 2016 · 50 min · ★ 6.2
Synopsis
Richie manages to get on the good side of a funk superstar. Skip attempts to get rid of some Donny Osmond records.
Guest stars: Susan Heyward (Cece), Emily Tremaine (Heather), Ephraim Sykes (Marvin), Mackenzie Meehan (Penny), Jay Klaitz (Hal Underwood), Lena Olin (Mrs. Fineman), Ken Marino (Jackie Jervis), Annie Parisse (Andrea Zito)
E6 CycloneMar 20, 2016 · 54 min · ★ 6.6
Synopsis
Devon retreats to safety among old friends at the Chelsea Hotel as Richie continues to descend into a lifestyle of debauchery.
Guest stars: Susan Heyward (Cece), Emily Tremaine (Heather), Mackenzie Meehan (Penny), Griffin Newman (Casper), John Cameron Mitchell (Andy Warhol), Jay Klaitz (Hal Underwood), Leslie Kritzer (Moira), Orli Hersch (Karen)
E7 The King and IMar 27, 2016 · 57 min · ★ 7.8
Synopsis
Richie and Zak travel to Las Vegas with a plan to woo Elvis Presley and convince him to sign a contract with American Century.
Guest stars: Susan Heyward (Cece), Emily Tremaine (Heather), Bo Dietl (Joe Corso), Armen Garo (Corrado Galasso), Ephraim Sykes (Marvin), Mackenzie Meehan (Penny), Griffin Newman (Casper), Lena Olin (Mrs. Fineman)
E8 E.A.B.Apr 3, 2016 · 54 min · ★ 7.6
Synopsis
Richie reaches out to Galasso for a loan when he's desperate for cash. Lester gives Kip a lesson in the blues.
Guest stars: Susan Heyward (Cece), Emily Tremaine (Heather), Bo Dietl (Joe Corso), Armen Garo (Corrado Galasso), Ephraim Sykes (Marvin), Mackenzie Meehan (Penny), Griffin Newman (Casper), Jay Klaitz (Hal Underwood)
E9 Rock and Roll QueenApr 10, 2016 · 51 min · ★ 6.4
Synopsis
The Buck Rogers murder case creates a dangerous dilemma for Richie. At American Century, Maury Gold pitches a '50s compilation LP while Zak tries to fund a band for his wedding-singer Gary, a.k.a. "Xavier." Clark and Jorge bond over an Indigo tune.
E10 AlibiApr 17, 2016 · 49 min · ★ 7.7
Synopsis
Zak constructs a dangerous plan to bring down Richie. Kip's excesses threaten an important Nasty Bits gig. Clark and Jorge's efforts pay off. Richie is privy to the birth of a legendary music venue.
Guest stars: Douglas Smith (Gary / Xavier), Morgan Nichols (Tony Bennett)