One of the great attractions in Nashville, TN is the United Record Pressing plant. They give tours on Tuesdays at 2pm and Fridays at 11am. If you're a vinyl lover, a music fan or just simply interested in how things are made, this is a fun and inexpensive tour to do ($5). United Record Pressing began in Nashville in 1949 when it was known as Southern Plastics. One of their clients was Vee Jay Records out of Chicago. Vee Jay first released The Beatles in America before the band signed to Capitol. Those Vee Jay singles of The Beatles were pressed at this plant! The plant continues to crank out both major label and indie releases. Jack White's Third Man Records is just down the street and uses URP for their vinyl pressing needs.
