ANTHEM VINYL, Dublin – New state of the art Vinyl Pressing Facility
Kildare, Ireland – Anthem Vinyl, a state-of-the-art vinyl pressing facility located just 30 minutes from Dublin, is proud to announce its official launch, setting a new benchmark for high-quality, sustainable vinyl production across the UK, Europe, and North America.
Anthem Vinyl arrives as a transformative force in the global music and creative industries, offering premium vinyl manufacturing that blends traditional craftsmanship with cutting edge technology and sustainability. The facility’s strategic location can provide seamless fulfilment across the UK, European Union, and US markets, ensuring efficient delivery, competitive pricing and hassle-free production experience.
Founded in 2024 by a team of music industry and business professionals united by their passion for vinyl, Anthem Vinyl was built with a clear mission: to honour vinyl’s timeless legacy while embracing innovation, sustainability, and global accessibility. “Our vision is simple: to serve artists, labels, and fans worldwide with beautiful, sustainable records crafted with care and precision,” said founder Brian Kenny. “Whether you’re an independent artist, a boutique label, or a global distributor, we’re here to support your journey, offering high-quality vinyl with fewer barriers, faster turnarounds, and a deep respect for the art form.”
A Hybrid of Craftsmanship and Technology
Anthem Vinyl’s facility merges traditional record-pressing techniques with modern engineering, ensuring each record is crafted to the highest sonic and aesthetic standards. With each press capable of producing a new record every 30 seconds, the plant maintains efficiency without compromising quality, positioning Anthem Vinyl as a reliable partner for small runs and large-scale projects alike.
Additional equipment is already on order to expand capacity, reinforcing the company’s commitment to meeting rising global demand, while maintaining exceptional standards.
An International Fulfilment Advantage
From its Irish base, Anthem Vinyl offers a unique fulfilment advantage for UK, EU, and US clients:
• Competitive pricing and fulfilment
• Proximity to the UK with rapid shipping solutions
• Streamlined export to North America via established logistics partners
This ensures faster lead times, lower costs, and a simplified production process for clients operating across multiple territories.
Introducing Smart Vinyl: The Future of Physical Music
In addition to traditional pressing services, Anthem Vinyl is pioneering “Smart Vinyl”, records embedded with discreet technology such as NFC chips or QR-enabled packaging. This innovation allows fans to unlock exclusive digital content, fostering deeper artist-fan connections, while keeping vinyl’s tactile magic at the core. “Smart Vinyl represents a bridge between the physical and digital worlds,” added Kenny. “It offers artists and labels exciting new ways to engage their audience, without sacrificing the beauty and authenticity of a vinyl record.”
A Global Commitment to Sustainability
Sustainability sits at the heart of Anthem Vinyl’s operations. The facility meets Green Approved standards and takes meaningful steps to reduce its environmental impact:
• 100% of waste PVC is recycled
• Processes are being implemented to reuse up to 100% of in-use ‘flash’ material
• Partnership with Anglo Printers, Ireland’s first carbon-balanced printer, FSC and PEFC certified, who manage all print, packaging, and surplus waste
“While the world faces urgent sustainability challenges, we are taking purposeful action to ensure our production is responsible, efficient, and future-focused,” said Kenny. “We’re proud to deliver records that honour the music and the planet.”
Supporting Record Stores and Retailers Worldwide
Anthem Vinyl is committed to working with independent record shops, major retailers, and global distributors alike, offering reliable supply and tailored solutions for stores across the UK, EU, US, and the greater international market.
“We encourage artists and labels to support the global independent retail network,” said Chris Keena, Commercial Manager. “These shops remain vital to the music ecosystem, providing platforms for new artists, hosting live events, and keeping music culture alive.”
Whether supplying a beloved local shop, or fulfilling orders for a global retail chain, Anthem Vinyl delivers with precision, care, and a shared dedication to keeping vinyl culture thriving worldwide.
Trusted by Artists and Industry Leaders
Since its inception, Anthem Vinyl has garnered support from artists, managers, and industry professionals…
Anthem Vinyl invites independent artists, record labels, and vinyl enthusiasts to discover
how Ireland’s only vinyl pressing plant can bring their music to life with unmatched quality,
care, and commitment to sustainability.
“We’re thrilled to see vinyl manufacturing return to Ireland and look forward to
collaborating with the entire team at Anthem” – Stephen Fitzgerald CEO Golden Discs
“The opening of Anthem Vinyl record pressing is such a positive development for Irish
music industry, particularly in a time when the musical landscape is constantly evolving.
As vinyl continues its resurgence, having a local Irish pressing facility offers a crucial
resource for artists, labels and the retailers across Ireland. For emerging talent, this plant
represents not just access to high-quality physical releases, but also an opportunity to
compete on a global stage without the prohibitive delays of overseas production.
More importantly, supporting homegrown music infrastructure and supply chains like Anthem Vinyl is essential to nurturing Irish creative voices and ensuring that their work can be more effectively shared and celebrated and will help reinforces Ireland’s music cultural export power worldwide. Collective would like to wish Brian, Chris and the rest of the Anthem Vinyl team the very best with the launch and we look forward to working with them on future releases” – Edison Waters, Collective Management (Gavin James)
“Working with Anthem Vinyl on Declan’s latest project has been exciting and exhilarating.
Their dedication to quality, innovation, and support of Irish artists is truly inspiring.
Knowing that Declan’s creation will be pressed with care and precision right here in Ireland
is a tremendous step in keeping the tradition of vinyl pressing alive closer to home”, said
Donard Duffy, manager for acclaimed Irish singer-songwriter Declan O’Rourke.
“Anthem Vinyl represents a shift for Irish artists and labels,” added Neville Wright, owner
of All Wright Media. “Having a state-of-the-art pressing facility on home soil not only cuts
costs and lead times but also provides unparalleled opportunities for creative
collaboration. This is a game-changer for the Irish music industry”.
Sean Preston, Head of Production at Ninja Tune, shared: “Ninja Tune believes it is in our
interest, as well as the general vinyl manufacturing ecosystem, that a vinyl plant in Ireland
can thrive, and we will endeavour to support through our business.”
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