Forecast

  • Why We Couldn't Offer Bulk Discounts (Until Now)

    · By Dan Marter

    One of the most common questions we've gotten over the years is: "Can I order 50 records?" Or 100. Or 500. The answer has always been... kind of. The challenge is that we make records differently than a traditional pressing plant. Every record we make is cut one at a time, in real time. If your album is 30 minutes long, it takes about 30 minutes to make a copy. Order 100 records, and suddenly we're spending days listening to the same album over and over again. That's part of what makes custom vinyl possible. No minimums. No waiting for...

  • A Better Way to Build Your Record

    · By Dan Marter

    The new design tool is faster, cleaner, and a whole lot easier to use.

  • How to Make a Custom Record: A Beginner’s Guide with INTHECLOUDS

    · By Dan Marter

    Dreaming of making your own Record? .. yeah, me too. Whether you’re an indie artist, a hopeless romantic, or just someone who thinks playlists deserve a little more oomph, custom records are the ultimate flex. And the best part? You don’t need to be a tech wizard or an audio engineer to make one—we’ve got you covered. Welcome to the ultimate guide to creating your own custom vinyl, starring our very own Custom Vinyl Builder BUT FIRST!  I know some people hate reading... I'm actually one of those people. Here's a video too.   Why Make a Custom Vinyl? Because Spotify...

  • The Clock’s Ticking: Make This Valentine’s Day Unforgettable with a Custom Record

    · By Dan Marter

    Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and this year it’s on a Friday! Avoid last-minute panic and give the most thoughtful gift ever—a Custom Record. But hurry, these vinyl masterpieces take time to craft, and rush fees aren’t as romantic as you think. 💘

  • New Custom Picture Disc Records

    · By Dan Marter

    Since we started INTHECLOUDS as "part record label, part art project," creating Custom Picture Disc Records seemed inevitable. Back in November, I found a second-hand printer on Marketplace and thought a bit of TLC and elbow grease would get it up and running quickly. Seven months later, it's finally working again! I'm happy to say after seeing how these come out, it was worth the effort. This is a pretty cool milestone that celebrates our roots and sets the stage for future innovations. We're excited to keep exploring new ways to blend these creative worlds, pushing the envelope and redefining...

  • 💧 Drip. Drop. Ya Don't Stop - New Music Mixtape

    · By Dan Marter

    Throughout the month of March we will be including a new music mixtape as a gift with purchase of every custom vinyl record made on our website. Not only does this CD LOOK 👀 like vinyl, but also includes 4 songs carefully curated to showcase the diverse sounds and styles of our local talent.