Chris Keena, Commercial Manager of Anthem Vinyl – Ireland's only vinyl pressing factory – described vinyç’s enduring appeal: “It’s taking up most of the space in record stores all over the world. It’s the format that survived everything. People will always go back to vinyls.”

The factory will produce records for a wide range of Irish artists, from ‘80s veteran Cry Before Dawn, releasing their first vinyl EP since 1989, to Dublin indie band Delush, pressing their debut vinyl release.

Founder Brian Kenny highlighted the plant’s capacity: “Each machine can produce a record every 30 seconds, allowing us to reliably press sound 8,000 records per week.”

Delush recently visited the facility to watch their bright pink EP, Famous, come off the line. Band co-founder Scott Leigh explained the importance of vinyl: “It’s about the connection – physically holding the music, seeing the artwork and style unique to the band. It’s a piece of memorabilia you can keep.” Leigh added that vinyl offers a way to enjoy music without digital distractions: “When you listen on your phone, it’s easy to get sidetracked by Instagram or something else.”

Back in Dublin, the love of vinyl spans generations at Spindizzy Records in the Market Arcade. Shop manager Enda Gogarty said, “There’s been a constant and enduring interest in vinyl.”

Collector Paul McDermott, who frequents the shop on Fridays, observed, “Even my kids are suddenly interested in my record collection, something they never showed before.”