Eric Astor, Founder of Furnace Record Pressing
On this episode of One Step Beyond, we are joined by Eric Astor, Founder of Furnace Record Pressing.
In this conversation, Aram and Eric chat about coming up in punk and hardcore, and the positive impact of the DIY ethos. Eric recounts the challenges and eventual success in establishing a record pressing plant at a time when automated record presses were no longer being manufactured. Eric emphasizes the importance of taking risks and making educated decisions in business. He describes how by acquiring and maintaining old machines, his team gained an in-depth understanding of their mechanics that’s proven to be invaluable.
In this episode, Eric delves how he built his workforce and retains talent. He describes his philosophy of emphasizing employee genius and fostering mutual respect by rewarding hard work and good ideas.
Aram and Eric discuss the partnership between Furnace Record Pressing and Metallica. This acquisition highlights Metallica’s long-standing relationship with Furnace Record Pressing, and their mutual respect for each other’s work. Eric shares a positive experience of a business acquisition that defies common expectations. The shared philosophy with Metallica has made them ideal partners and post-transaction, they’ve maintained a strong, mutually beneficial relationship.
ON THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT
- Taking risks and making educated decisions in business
- The partnership between Furnace Record Pressing and Metallica
- Lessons learned from having an investor
- The tangible and collectible appeal of vinyl records
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