In rotation: 5/25/22

CT | Connecticut record stores rekindle memories and resurrects record collecting: In this day and age of music apps and MP3s, there are some that have missed out on the magic of vinyl. Vinyl records give you a sense of classic nostalgia and bring back memories for many. It’s not just the sweet crackle of the analog you hear, it’s the feeling like you’re there in the recording studio hearing the music as if you were getting a personal concert from your favorite artist, these records can bring back memories for many. I am so glad I was a part of a generation who grew up collecting and listening to vinyl records and the recent resurgence in popularity has me looking at building back a collection. I searched for and found some cool record stores around the Greater Danbury area and here are a few that I found.

Cork, IE | 6 of the best record shops in Cork for a dig through the crates: For a music fan, there’s nothing quite like vinyl. Sometimes we have to try out all the new, cool, and shiny before we can appreciate what we had the first time around. Over the last few years, the vinyl revolution has dominated music lovers’ imaginations and increasingly, their collections. Vinyl has clawed its way back from near extinction; due in large part to the commitment of record collectors and DJs. Luckily for us, there are plenty of dedicated record shops in Cork that cater to every taste and budget. Whether you’re eager to get on the vinyl property ladder or just want to add to your collection, head on down to these record stores and flip through the bins

Portland, OR | Too Many Records opens brick-and-mortar Portland store: What started as a tribute to old vinyl records on YouTube has now become the newest music store in Portland. Too Many Records held their grand opening Sunday at their store, 1854 North Lombard. Owner Matt Kessler, who started the YouTube channel that has more than 5 million views, said the brick-and-mortar store will be more than just a place to buy records. “I want to have live performances so I want to give local artists a chance to play music in an intimate setting,” Kessler told KOIN 6 News. “I want to build a music community out here in Portland where people can come in and listen to music and (have) listening parties.” Kessler also started a record label that has released 14 albums. They show off his love for the analog style of listening to music.

Stockton-on-Tees, UK | Attention music lovers: Record Fair returns to Stockton: Records, CDs and music memorabilia will all be on offer when the Record Fair returns to Stockton High Street this weekend. The specialist market, organised by Garageland.org in partnership with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, will be held in Stockton town centre from 9.30am to 3pm on Saturday 28 May, in its new location on the High Street Car Park. Entry is free of charge. Music fans can pick up new and vintage vinyl, CDs and DVDs, as well as books, magazines and memorabilia from a wide range of genres. Councillor Jim Beall, Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Health, Leisure and Culture, said: “After two years away, the Record Fair will be back on Stockton High Street with plenty for music enthusiasts in the Borough to enjoy. “The marquee in the High Street Car Park space will jam-packed with traders selling new records as well as collectable rare vinyl and memorabilia that can’t be found anywhere else, but even if you’re not an avid collector it’s still a brilliant day out so come along and browse the stalls.”

Paris, FR | Despite DVD Replication Rebound, Technicolor Transitioning Biz to Include Vinyl Records: Paris-based packaged media replication giant Technicolor continues to diversify business strategies, including transitioning away from the DVD, Blu-ray Disc and music CD markets to focus on vinyl records. The “DVD Services” segment changes, which also include microfluidics (opening new lab/production facility in Poland) and supply chain fulfillment (i.e., transportation), now focus heavily on vinyl replication. Technicolor said it has contracts with three major U.S. record labels, and two independents. Indeed, for the first time since 1996, both music CDs and vinyl music records experienced revenue growth in the same year in 2021, according to year-end data from the Recording Industry Association of America. The resurgence in vinyl continued for the 15th consecutive year, as revenue grew 61% to $1 billion. The last time vinyl exceeded $1 billion was 1986. Vinyl accounted for 63% of revenue from physical formats, and 7% of total music revenue.

New Delhi, IN | Navy locates 48-year-old record of 1971 India-Pakistan war victory song: The album named ‘A Salute to Our Navy’ featured 14 songs, including “Vijay”, commemorating the decisive victory. Over two years after the 1971 India-Pakistan war, an album on martial music was released on the Republic Day in 1974 to mark the achievement of the Indian Navy. The album named “A Salute to Our Navy” featured 14 songs, including “Vijay”, commemorating the decisive victory. At that time, black vinyl “LP” records existed that went out of fashion as the cassette replaced them in early 1980s. The CD soon replaced cassette as a medium of storing and playing music. Five decades since the LP was released, information on its existence was almost lost, but was discovered — by chance. The herculean challenge to locate this vintage LP record spanned across various cities, antique shops, collectors, online queries and even with the copyright holding company that had released it. Finally, a copy of the record in mint condition was located in a vintage record shop situated in the recesses of Old Delhi. The next challenge was to ensure that the best quality of the authentic sound on record was retrieved and digitised.

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