A morning mix of news for the vinyl inclined

In rotation: 3/24/25

Godfrey, IL | Godfrey Business Spotlight: RiverBend Records Promises Rare Finds and Classic Spins: Whether you are looking to start a vinyl album collection, looking for that rare album not found on subscription services, or you just want to talk music with true fans, RiverBend Records is your record shop. Unlike subscription music services like Pandora and Spotify, you can get advice from true music professionals. RiverBend Records can help you start or upgrade your music collection. In addition, they help you find the best equipment to play your favorite music. The store opened in October of 2020. Owner Billy Hurst had a career in doing photo shoots for area schools and local sports teams. When the COVID scare brought about a cease of school activities, the need for taking pictures became mostly unnecessary. At that point, Mr. Hurst decided it was a good time to pursue his dream of owning a record shop.

You Can’t Just Sell Records: A Heartfelt Documentary Celebrating Music, Community, and Vinyl Records: Double Farley Creative Partners is thrilled to announce the release of You Can’t Just Sell Records, a captivating new documentary that delves into the heart of independent record store culture, timed perfectly for Record Store Day on April 12. The documentary tells the story of Ron, a passionate music lover who opens a vinyl record shop in his hometown of Whanganui, quickly transforming it from mere retail, into a vibrant hub for a diverse community of music enthusiasts and collectors. As Ron dreams of expanding his business and competing with larger retailers, he discovers that selling music is about more than just transactions; it’s about fostering connections and sharing the stories behind the records.

Owensboro, KY | Displaced Pages; new book & record store opening in Owensboro: I say a “new” book store is opening in Owensboro, but Virginia Hardesty has been slinging good reads for about a year now. With a former booth at a local vendor mall and pop ups all over town, she even created the first Adult Book Fair at Brew Bridge that was a HUGE hit. In between meetings of her Silent Book Club, Virginia has been searching for the perfect place to home a permanent location for Displaced Pages. “Its kinda been a long time coming…for as long as I can remember, my mother and I used to talk about opening our own store,” she told me. “It seemed unattainable, and one of those “meh. Maybe one day” type of things. But after opening at the vendor mall, doing pop-ups and book fairs, and meeting so many in the book community, it became apparent to me that I could make this happen. And why wait? I’m just gonna go for it.”

Raleigh, NC | Things to know before visiting The Pour House Music Hall & Record Shop: If you’re looking for a place that supports independent music, has craft beers on tap, vintage vinyl records for sale, and a stage where local and national touring artists can entertain an intimate crowd of 289 guests – you need only go to one place. The Pour House Music Hall and Record Shop is a local treasure for music lovers in Raleigh. It’s not just a live music venue, but a record store by day, a bar, and a vinyl record printer, all wrapped up in one. The Pour House isn’t just a place where music is heard—it’s celebrated. So whether you’re looking to flip through the records or dance along with Raleigh’s intimate indie music scene, this guide is everything you need to know about visiting The Pour House in Raleigh. The Pour House Music Hall is a music venue in downtown Raleigh in the historic Moore Square, which also serves as a record shop during the day.

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TVD’s The Idelic Hour with Jon Sidel

Greetings from Laurel Canyon!

Have you tasted the finest of trout oh no / Half-asleep in a log-burning house oh no / With your feet flopping over the couch oh no / Oh no

Like Mighty Joe Moon there is no controlling him / Drive off a bridge if he choose to swim / Mighty Joe Moon can’t prevent what is heaven sent / Joe can’t control where his money goes / He’s Mighty Joe

When asked if he hated white people, Miles Davis simply said, “Not all the time.” Dig it.

It’s springtime. Dodgers and Crespi Celts are crushing baseball and tonight I’m having dinner with some very old friends. For this “Idelic selector,” it’s a time to take in March madness with a bit of sunshine and a grin.

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TVD Radar: Carlos Santana: Love, Devotion, Surrender: The Illustrated Story of His Music Journey by Jeff Tamarkin in stores 5/27

VIA PRESS RELEASE | Take a visual journey through Carlos Santana’s legendary career with Carlos Santana: Love, Devotion, Surrender (Insight Editions; May 27, 2025), featuring never-before-seen and rare photography and ephemera from Santana’s archive, documenting more than fifty years of his one-of-a-kind artistry, and his impact on the world of music.

Carlos Santana, named one of the 100 Greatest Guitarists and one of the 100 Greatest Artists by Rolling Stone, has been an influential musician since his start in 1965. With numerous awards, including nearly a dozen Grammy Awards, a Kennedy Center Honor, and his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998, Santana has cemented his name in rock and roll history. Now, fans can follow Santana through his musical journey with this oversized, slip-cased, deluxe retrospective book, featuring never-before-seen pieces from his personal archives such as rare backstage and onstage photography, tour memorabilia, personal art and correspondence, awards, and more.

In addition to the pieces from Santana’s personal archives, this extraordinary volume also features a foldout of his favorite guitars from his vast collection, facsimiles of his most important albums, an in-depth illustrated discography, and a complete catalogue of every Santana performance from 1968 to 2025. Jeff Tamarkin’s illuminating text is accompanied by brand-new interviews with key figures from Santana’s life, including producer Clive Davis, original band members Gregg Rollie, Michael Shrieve, and Michael Carabello, collaborators such as Rob Thomas, Narada Michael Walden, and John McLaughlin, as well as wife and current Santana drummer Cindy Blackman Santana.

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Graded on a Curve:
Jon Hassell, Dream Theory in Malaya: Fourth World Volume Two

Remembering Jon Hassell in advance of his birthdate tomorrow.
Ed.

Originally released in 1981 on Editions EG, Jon Hassell’s Dream Theory in Malaya: Fourth World Volume Two was a groundbreaker in its merger of ambient, experimental, and global sounds, but as the decades unfurled it came to be inexplicably overlooked, in part due to a lack of reissues since getting placed on compact disc in the late-’80s. Well, that scenario has changed, as it’s been given a LP and CD release courtesy of Glitterbeat Records’ new sub-label Tak:Til; that its often surreal yet meticulously crafted rewards are back in the bins is a fine circumstance indeed.

Regarding Jon Hassell’s early catalog, 1980’s Fourth World Vol. 1: Possible Musics is much better known, even before it was reissued by Glitterbeat in 2014, largely because it has Brain Eno’s name on the cover. Eno plays on and mixed Vol. Two as well, but co-billing eludes him, specifically due to Hassell’s distress over his partner running with the Fourth World musical ball and spiking it directly into David Byrne’s backyard.

Hassell apparently viewed Talking Heads’ Remain in Light (’80) and the Eno/ Byrne collab My Life in the Bush of Ghosts (’81) as part of “a full-scale appropriation.” This may sound like an atmosphere of hostility, but Hassell actually contributed to Remain in Light, and as said, ol’ Bri wasn’t locked out the studio for Vol. 2; in retrospect, Hassell has said he “probably under-credited him.”

If a bit harsh at the time, Hassell’s caution over the usurping-weakening of the Fourth World, a concept expanded upon by Hassell as “a viewpoint out of which evolves guidelines for finding balances between accumulated knowledge and the conditions created by new technologies,” wasn’t exactly unjustified, as a stated goal was to imagine a musical landscape where assorted global musics, with Hassell citing Javanese, Pygmy, and Aboriginal forms as examples, had been as influential as the Euro-classical tradition.

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TVD Radar: The Podcast with Dylan Hundley, Episode 175: Hellbender Vinyl

When two artists, a label manager, and a PhD in chemical engineering (who is also one of the artists) start a vinyl pressing plant in Pittsburgh and call it Hellbender, it’s pretty cool.

On this episode of Radar I sat down with Pittsburgh native Jeff Betten (Misra Records) and musician/ entrepreneur Matt Dowling (SWOLL, bassist of Burial Waves) who recently opened up a new vinyl plant in Pittsburgh, PA. They both have interesting backgrounds in music, business, and science which are uncommon combinations. They are keeping things artist-friendly at Hellbender by pressing smaller quantities of records and engaging the community by hosting events such as live shows, listening parties, film screenings, and more at the plant.

For more information go to hellbendervinyl.com where you find out more about pressing with them and upcoming events.

Radar features discussions with artists and industry leaders who are creators and devotees of music and is produced by Dylan Hundley and The Vinyl District. Dylan Hundley is an artist and performer, and the co-creator and lead singer of Lulu Lewis and all things at Darling Black. She co-curates and hosts Salon Lulu which is a New York based multidisciplinary performance series. She is also a cast member of the iconic New York film Metropolitan.

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Graded on a Curve:
The Bonzo Dog Band, Tadpoles

Remembering Vivian Stanshall, born on this date in 1943.Ed.

I am tempted to call The Bonzo Dog Band (or the Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band, take your pick) the greatest group in the history of rock. And this despite the fact that they only occasionally got around to playing what could be called a rock song. They were too far too busy cracking themselves up with their hilarious, brilliantly surreal, and utterly deranged wit. If Monty Python had turned to music full-time, they might—although I honestly doubt it—have been as funny as The Bonzo Dog Band.

The genre-hopping mobile insane asylum that was The Bonzo Dog Band might throw anything at you: trad jazz, oldies covers, bizarre street interviews with perplexed normals, and parodies, heaps of parodies—of thirties songs, music hall songs, fifties songs, blues songs, hard-rock songs, psychedelic songs—you name it. And they were excellent musicians—when they wanted to be—with a genius for arranging songs. Your average Bonzo tune may sound anarchic, but you can be certain it was put together with an exacting eye for detail, and every detail is in its right place.

There’s really no one to compare The Bonzo Dog Band with except Frank Zappa, and the comparison is a poor one. Zappa’s humor was sneering and juvenile; his Brit counterparts favored an intelligent and good-natured Dadaism. Just check out “The Intro and the Outro,” a parody of a band introduction that grows stranger and stranger as it goes on, with the announcer snazzily saying, “And looking very relaxed on vibes, Adolf Hitler… niiiice” and “Representing the flower people, Quasimodo, on bells.” No yellow snow here.

Formed in London in 1962 as a trad jazz band, The Bonzo Dog Band’s core line-up included the mad and brilliant Vivian “Ginger Geezer” Stanshall on trumpet and lead vocals; the equally demented Neil Innes on piano, guitar, and lead vocals; Rodney “Rhino” Desborough Slater on saxophone; Roger Ruskin Spear on tenor saxophone and assorted mad sound-producing contraptions, including the trouser press and “Theremin leg”; Dennis Cowan on drums and vocals; and the legendary “Legs” Larry Smith—the tap dancer extraordinaire who played one of rock’s few tap solos on Elton John’s “I Think I’m Going to Kill Myself”—on drums.

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A morning mix of news for the vinyl inclined

In rotation: 3/21/25

UK | Generation Z is Driving Vinyl & CD Sales: Why This is Great News for Music Fans. For years, many of us wondered whether physical music—vinyl records, CDs, even cassettes—would slowly fade away, replaced entirely by streaming. But according to a new report from Music Week and the Vinyl Alliance, something incredible is happening: Generation Z is now the driving force behind the resurgence of vinyl and CDs. Yes, the same generation that grew up in a digital world, surrounded by streaming services and instant access to music, is now choosing physical formats in increasing numbers. This is something to celebrate—not just for the music industry, but for the sense of community and connection that comes with collecting physical music. Let’s take a closer look at the report and what this means for music lovers of all ages.

US | Vinyl record sales continue to rise amid music streaming’s dominance: The RIAA says vinyl revenue hit $1.4 billion in the US last year, the highest figure in four decades. Despite streaming services continuing to dominate the business of recorded music, there’s still very much a place for physical media in that sector. The Recording Industry of America said in an annual report [PDF] that sales of vinyl records rose for the 18th straight year in the US to $1.4 billion—the highest revenue for that format since 1984, when CDs started to emerge. …Many fans prefer to own physical copies of music for many reasons, such as their belief that vinyl offers better audio quality and an all-round superior listening experience to streaming services, as well as a way to perhaps better support artists.

UK | New documentary explores impact of record shops that specialise in Black music: The documentary will feature appearances from Jazzie B, Trevor Nelson MBE, DJ Rap and many more. …The Record Store & Black Music: England’s Tastemakers documentary features appearances from Jazzie B, Trevor Nelson MBE, Marcia Carr, Claudia Wilson, Ammo Talwar MBE, DJ SS, DJ Rap, DJ Spoony, Wookie, Jeff Smith, Simon Dunmore and Carol Leeming MBE. Made with funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the documentary and website are a collaboration between Leicester’s 2Funky Arts alongside London’s Sound/Image Research Centre (University of Greenwich) and Manchester’s Brighter Sound and music:defined. “This film and website are the culmination of research from across the South, North and Midlands,” says Vijay Mistry. “It’s a unique opportunity to experience this aspect of Black history in all its vibrancy.”

Salina, KS | Gryphon’s Wing Records Ready to Open: A new record store about to open is the result of a Salina couple’s hard work, and love of music. Jonathan Hess and Olivia Hamilton Saturday will open the doors for the first time to Gryphon’s Wing Records in Downtown Salina. Jonathan tells KSAL News he has had a love of music his whole life. He played in the orchestra in elementary school, and jazz band in high school. In high school he started working at Acoustic Sounds in Salina, a world leader in audiophile music. He started in the pressing plant, later worked in the warehouse, and he currently manages the vinyl vault, which is the pre-owned section. Jonathan says while there is an online market for vinyl, there is also opportunity for vinyl sales in a brick and mortar store. He believes the music sales market in Salina right now is untapped, and he’s excited to be come part of downtown.

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TVD Live Shots: Nessa Barrett at the Wiltern, 3/15 & 3/16

Wrapping up the US leg of the Aftercare World Tour, Nessa Barrett graced The Wiltern with two sold-out nights of heartfelt lyrics, angelic vocals, and an unforgettable connection with her fans.

Bathed in a white light, the ethereal vibes were in full effect as the 22-year-old singer took to the stage, met with deafening screams from her youthful fans and a parade of raised phones to capture her entrance. With many audience members even dressed in similar outfits to Barrett, it was clear that her influence went beyond just the music—she’s quickly become a style and cultural icon to her devoted following. The energy in the room was electric, with fans singing along to every word, completely immersed in the emotional journey Barrett took them on throughout the night.

Bringing themes of empowerment, heartache, and accountability to the spotlight, the rising artist poured her soul into every performance, delivering each note with a raw vulnerability that resonated deeply with the crowd. From anthems of resilience like “dying on the inside” to haunting ballads of lost love “i hope ur miserable until ur dead,” her setlist took fans on an emotional rollercoaster, seamlessly blending moments of pain and healing into a captivating narrative.

Rising to fame on TikTok—and quickly garnering over 500 million likes on the platform—Barrett has successfully transitioned from social media sensation to bona fide pop star. Her ability to channel personal struggles into relatable, heartfelt music has truly cemented her place as a voice for her generation.

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TVD Radar: Meiko Kaji, Yadokari reissue + 7-inch in stores 5/2

VIA PRESS RELEASE | Wewantsounds continues its extensive Meiko Kaji reissue program—in partnership with Teichiku Records and Kaji herself—with the release of Yadokari, her third album from 1973. This marks the first time the album has been reissued on vinyl, featuring its original artwork and newly remastered audio.

Renowned for her iconic 1970s films (Lady Snowblood, the Stray Cat Rock series) and admired by Quentin Tarantino, Meiko Kaji also released a string of outstanding albums on Teichiku, blending Japanese pop with cinematic grooves. Yadokari, is reissued here with its original deluxe gatefold sleeve and OBI plus a two-page insert featuring new liner notes by Hashim Kotaro Bharoocha. As a special bonus, this edition includes a 7″ EP single featuring “Shura No Hana,” famously featured on the Kill Bill soundtrack.

Japanese actress Meiko Kaji, born in Tokyo, has become a worldwide cult icon, partly thanks to Quentin Tarantino, who heavily based his Kill Bill films on the 1973 revenge classic Lady Snowblood, one of Kaji’s most famous roles. Renowned for her performances in the acclaimed Stray Cat Rock and Female Prisoner Scorpion film series, Kaji was one of Japan’s most iconic exploitation film actresses of the early 1970s.

Beyond acting, she was invited by film studios to perform theme songs for many of her films leading to revered music career. Between 1972 and 1974, she recorded five albums for Teichiku, which have since become highly sought after.

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Graded on a Curve:
Jerry Reed,
Jerry Reed Visits
Hit Row

Remembering Jerry Reed, born on this day in 1937.Ed.

A guitar picker extraordinaire and redneck comedian whose songs could almost be called funky, the late Jerry “Alabama Wild Man” Reed is one of my favorite country artists. Me, I’d love him if he’d never cut anything but “East Bound and Down” (the theme song of Smokey and the Bandit!), “Amos Moses,” and “The Preacher and the Bear,” a hilarious tale of an unfortunate meeting in the woods between a preacher hunting on the Sabbath and a grizzly bear that ends with the preacher up a tree and praying to his Lord, “I mean/Look at how he’s lookin’ at me/Does the word ‘fast food’ mean anything to you, Lord?/Oh, he’s hairy/And he’s still thinkin’/And he’s lookin’ at me like I… smell good!”

The man’s usual mode was high-spirited, and he had a knack for what you could call novelty tunes, but he was also capable of singing about the more lugubrious aspects of life; you know, broken hearts and all that. But I much preferred him at his wildest and woolliest, as did Robert Christgau, who called him “a great crazy,” and said apropos his more saccharine tunes, “He couldn’t sell soap to a hippie’s mother” and “RCA should ban the ballad.” Me, I hadn’t listened to him for years when my girlfriend gave me a truly terrible ‘70s compilation CD redeemed only by R. Dean Taylor’s great “Indiana Wants Me” and Reed’s fantastic swamp tall tale, “Amos Moses,” which is one of the songs on the 2000 best-of compilation, Jerry Reed Visits Hit Row.

Fiddle-driven opener “East Bound and Down” is a bootlegger’s anthem and smooth as Jim Beam Single Barrel bourbon, and includes a great solo by Reed. It speeds along like an 18-wheeler on the run from Smokey, and if you think it’s a bit slick, well, all I can say is all those thirsty boys in Atlanta don’t agree. “Amos Moses” is a funky tune about a Cajun alligator poacher, mean as a snake on account of his old man, who used the young Moses as alligator bait. He’s got one arm on account of a hungry gator, most likely killed a sheriff trying to track him down in the bayou, and the only thing cooler than his biography are Reed’s righteous guitar picking and distinctive voice, which are as good old boy as you can get.

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TVD Radar: Heartbreaker: A Memoir by Mike Campbell in stores now

VIA PRESS RELEASE | Celebrated guitarist and songwriter Mike Campbell’s (Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers, Fleetwood Mac) highly anticipated new memoir Heartbreaker, written with Ari Surdoval, is out now via Grand Central Publishing. The book is already the subject of extensive critical acclaim from Rolling Stone, the Los Angeles Times, Publishers Weekly, Guitar Player and many more; order Heartbreaker HERE.

In celebration of the book’s release, Campbell is appearing at a number of events including the powerHouse Arena in Brooklyn on March 20 and The Strand in New York on March 21. Additional events will be announced shortly. Campbell is also on tour with his band The Dirty Knobs this summer, playing a pair of dates with Chris Stapleton before heading out on a co-headlining tour with Blackberry Smoke and opener Shannon McNally.

Mike Campbell was the lead guitarist for Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers from the band’s inception in 1976 until Petty’s tragic death in 2017. Campbell’s iconic, melodic playing helped form the foundation of the band’s sound, as heard on definitive classics like “American Girl,” “Breakdown,” “Don’t Come Around Here No More,” “Mary Jane’s Last Dance,” “Learning to Fly” and “Into the Great Wide Open.” Together, Petty and Campbell wrote countless songs, including some of the band’s biggest hits: “Refugee,” “Here Comes My Girl,” “You Got Lucky” and “Runnin’ Down a Dream” among them.

From their early days in Florida to their dizzying rise to superstardom to Petty’s acclaimed solo albums Full Moon Fever and Wildflowers, Petty never made a record without Campbell. Their work together is timeless, as are the career-defining hits Campbell co-wrote with Don Henley (“The Boys of Summer”) and with Petty for Stevie Nicks (“Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around”).

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Graded on a Curve:
Lee Scratch Perry,
Rainford

Remembering Lee Scratch Perry, born on this date in 1936.Ed.

Of records, legendary Jamaican producer Lee “Scratch” Perry has released a ton; setting aside the singles and EPs, his non-compilation album total is hovering near 100, and for an artist outside the jazz realm, that’s a considerable achievement. Of course, the number of individuals who own a copy of every one of those full-lengths might fit comfortably into a four-door sedan, a possibility illuminating that Perry’s prolificacy doesn’t equate to his prime. 

When you make as many records as Lee Perry has, they can’t all be brilliant. Hell, the majority of them are unlikely to resonate with more than moderate levels of personal investment. I say unlikely because I’ll confess that haven’t listened to more than half of his output; Discogs lists 87 full-length albums and 97 comps, and I’ve a sneaking suspicion there are scads of releases that haven’t been logged, plus beaucoup stray singles and EPs (to say nothing of the dodgy gray-market stuff).

Succinctly, after hearing a fair portion of Perry’s later material I realized I should cease investigating those more recent progressions and just hang with the canonical stuff. If all this seems poised to besmirch the guy’s rep as a dub innovator-auteur, I will counter that fluctuating personal investment isn’t the same as lacking a recognizable stamp; if the majority of his post-’70s work is far from essential, I’ve never heard anything that faltered into anonymous hackery.

Lee Perry very much fits in with certain cineastes from the early days of auteurism. Specifically, like numerous directors who worked under studio contracts and would begin another film almost immediately after their last one was finished, Perry has created, if not incessantly, then at a clip that has insured a diminishment in his masterpiece percentage, a downward plummet to what some folks might consider journeyman levels had the man’s achievements not been integral to the growth and longevity of Jamaican music.

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A morning mix of news for the vinyl inclined

In rotation: 3/20/25

US | US Reaches 100 Million Paid Music-Streaming Subscribers for the First Time, Vinyl Sales Hit $1.4 Billion: RIAA 2024 Year-End Report. For the first time, paid streaming subscriptions hit the 100 million mark in the U.S. last year, while vinyl sales continued their nearly two-decade resurgence with $1.4 billion in sales, according to Recording Industry Association of America’s annual recorded-music revenue report. Despite that milestone, streaming growth continues to slow — it was up just 4 million for the year, continuing a slowing trend over the past five years. Streaming numbers grew by nearly 9 million between 2020 and 2021. This trend has led music companies to seek other sources of growth, including such tactics as Universal’s “Streaming 2.0” and a focus on “superfans.” The U.S. recorded music business is now valued at $17.7 billion retail and $11.3 billion wholesale, according to the report, adding adding half a billion dollars in revenue since last year.

Boulder, CO | New Music Venue and Studio Opens in Boulder With Intimate Events: Stone Cottage Studios is the city’s latest music venue that will host intimate concerts, vinyl listening events and so much more. Jamie and Davis Maynard know how to throw a house show. But what the father-son duo is doing at the new Stone Cottage Studios space along Boulder’s Pearl Street is much more than hosting typical DIY gigs in a room full of well-worn furniture and a keg in the corner. Instead, the Maynards offer a highly curated listening experience that welcomes local and touring acts alike for an intimate evening of live music, complete with professional audio and videography. While seats are limited to forty people, all the sessions are livestreamed, too. Between the wall of vintage vinyl, the black-and-white photos of legendary musicians and the antique audio equipment throughout the venue, it’s easy to see that Stone Cottage could put on the most cozy concert you’ll ever experience.

Adelaide, AU | Yorke Peninsula’s new hidden gem sells vinyl records and books: Tucked away in Stansbury on the Yorke Peninsula and only open on select days, Peninsula Records and Books offers an eclectic mix of Australian authors and global vinyl. “We just wanted to provide a place where people could come and buy a brand-new or second-hand book or a record, because there wasn’t really anything like that in the area,” owner Kate explains. The idea grew from the online store, which was already gaining traction for Aussie authors before the couple decided to open a physical location. “We had it online for a while, and it was doing quite well. Then we thought, why don’t we open it up down in Stansbury since we had the space?” says Kate. Less a shop and more a passion project where visitors can come in and rummage through the collection that runs from a small garage space—like a friend’s collection, but one that focuses exclusively on Australian authors.

Fort Myers, FL | Beach Records hosts benefit concert for mother with thyroid cancer: Beach Records hosted a benefit concert for the mother of a 5-year-old battling thyroid cancer in Fort Myers on Friday night. The event, titled “Dude Where’s my Thyroid?” featured five local bands and proceeds from the event went to Emily Meacham, a mother who was diagnosed with thyroid cancer in January. Last October, her doctor noticed a lump on her neck. After more appointments, her doctor discovered that there was a large cancerous tumor on her thyroid. Due to the size and placement of the tumor, doctors had to act fast, and on Feb. 14, Emily Meacham had a total thyroidectomy and had one of her neck muscles removed. One month removed from surgery, Meacham said that she was not prepared for how the cancer diagnosis would affect her life. “My life whole life switched to a matter of 180. I wasn’t expecting any of this,” Meacham said.

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TVD Radar: Chris Rea, Shamrock Diaries 40th anniversary recycled green vinyl in stores 5/16

VIA PRESS RELEASE | Legendary singer-songwriter Chris Rea is marking the 40th anniversary of his acclaimed album Shamrock Diaries with a special reissue on 1LP green recycled vinyl set for release on 16th May 2025. Released in 1985, the album remains a fan favourite and a testament to Chris’ enduring musical legacy.

Shamrock Diaries was a deeply personal and introspective work, drawing inspiration from Chris’ Irish heritage and his own life experiences. The album’s raw honesty and emotional depth resonated with listeners, solidifying Rea’s reputation as a master storyteller.

Chris Rea’s time in Ireland inspired the material for Shamrock Diaries. In a recent interview included in the 2019 deluxe version, Rea noted the similarities between Dublin and his hometown of Middlesbrough, which had a significant Irish population. Further, Chris has familial connections to Ireland. Two of the album’s most popular songs, “Stainsby Girls” and “Josephine,” were written for his wife Joan and daughter Josephine, respectively.

After his mother passed away, Chris returned to his hometown of Middlesbrough. He told Q magazine that upon his return, he found his childhood home had been demolished. The experience of finding his childhood home missing, after three years of extensive touring in Europe, was so disorienting that it felt like a scene out of a science fiction movie, and inspired him to write “Steel River.”

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TVD Radar: Hozier, Hozier 10th anniversary 2LP reissues in stores 5/16

VIA PRESS RELEASE | Following a spectacular 2024 that saw him reach the top of Billboard Hot 100 with his single “Too Sweet,” 2025 sees world-renowned singer-songwriter Hozier celebrate 10 years of his 4x Platinum certified self-titled debut album with a very special vinyl repack. The release will come May 16th on Legacy/Columbia Records.

Featuring his landmark breakthrough mega hit “Take Me To Church,” which is RIAA certified Diamond in the US, the critically-acclaimed record also includes fan favourites “Work Song,” “From Eden,” and “Someone New.” One of the most impactful debut albums of the last 10 years, the record put Hozier on the map as one of the most exciting artists in the world and saw him pick up a GRAMMY nomination for Song of the Year for “Take Me To Church.”

The anniversary reissue will arrive on a selection of vinyl variants including x2 LP custard vinyl, a limited edition x2 LP baby blue vinyl—only available from Hozier’s store, a US Amazon exclusive x2 LP on olive green, and a very special x2 LP evergreen vinyl exclusively available in Ireland. As well as presenting the album in its glorious original form, the release will feature bonus tracks “In The Woods Somewhere,” “Run,” “Arsonist’s Lullabye,” and “My Love Will Never Die” on vinyl for the very first time. The standard album will also be reissued on cassette.

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