Portland, OR | Iconic record shop in Portland shuts down amid skyrocketing crime: “It was finally after the third break-in, I had just said, ‘If this happens again, I can’t do it anymore.’” On Thursday, Exiled Records closed its location at Southeast Hawthorne and 47th Ave in Portland, OR after 15 years in business due to multiple break-ins and a decline in foot traffic at the location. In a post on Instagram, the store wrote, “To say we are sad to leave the Hawthorne community is an understatement.” The post continued, “We are hopeful that those who visited will come dig at EXILED WEST, where we will continue to have an incredible selection of new and used vinyl as well as CD’s and tapes!” According to KATU, the move comes after the location experienced three break-ins and vandalism in the last year and a half. The most recent incident occurred less than two weeks ago when a man experiencing a mental health crisis smashed store windows with a skateboard.
Philadelphia, PA | Latchkey celebrates anniversary with tunes and treats: If you haven’t made it out to Latchkey, the vintage and vinyl boasting East Passyunk hotspot, this weekend holds the perfect opportunity to check it out. On Saturday, June 10, from noon to 6 p.m., Latchkey is throwing their First Anniversary Karaoke Blowout, which will be packed full of refreshments (from Otto Distilling Co. starting at 3 p.m.), games, prizes and the main event of karaoke, hosted by DJ Pat Pharari. Those who pipe out the best performances also will have a chance to win $20 Latchkey gift cards. Then, Philadelphians are also invited to join in on an afterparty celebration called the “Afterparty Like It’s 1999.” The ticketed 90s-themed bash will kick off at 7 p.m. and run until 10 p.m. and will feature more karaoke, burlesque and drag performances, a best-dressed contest, complimentary cocktails and light bites, and other surprises.
Jacksonville, IL | Local Record Store to Host Outdoor Music Festival: Local record store Pizza Records have announced they’ve organized their first outdoor musical event. The first ever Pizzapalooza will be held Saturday, June 10th in the Gilham House parking lot, located at 326 West State Street, at 4PM. The line up of musical acts include local talents Sean Taylor starting things off at 4, followed by Scratching the Surface at 5:30, and Robinia Groove closing the night 7. Food vendors Coatney’s BBQ and That’s My Jam! A Sandwich Company will be serving from 4-9PM. Shopping will also be available inside Gilham House during the event. Pizza Records has been in business since October and have been hosting monthly music shows inside Gilham House since January. Owners Devin & Heather Smock said in a press release that they are starting the event small, with plans to grow the event each year.
Manchester, TN | Upcoming vinyl album sale to benefit Historical Society: From classic rock staples by Fleetwood Mac and the Eagles to the folk stylings of Bob Dylan and Peter, Paul and Mary, more than 300 vintage vinyl albums will be available for purchase during the Manchester Community Market Saturday, June 10. The albums are being sold by The Coffee County Historical Society. “The albums were donated by Button Dale and she was one of the founders of the museum,” Historical Society volunteer Bonnie Gamble said. …While a collection of vinyl albums was started for the Coffee County Historical Society Museum, located in the historic Coffee County Courthouse on the Manchester town square, the museum is trying to refocus its collection on items more directly related to Manchester and Coffee County. “She started the collection of the albums, but at this point, now that we have so many items we need to weed out a little bit,” Gamble said.