Manchester, UK | Much-loved Manc music shop Tasty Records goes up for sale as owners calls on next custodians to take over local favourite. Who fancies being a hero? Much-loved Greater Manchester record and music store Tasty Records has officially closed, and the current custodian is putting the Trafford institution up for sale in hopes that someone will take over as worthy successors. What an opportunity for any budding entrepreneurs. The Alty record shop in its current brick-and-mortar form has stood for some time now, but popular owner Ben Molesworth has been selling physical media from 2012 onwards, and now his time at the helm of the hailed south Manchester spot has come to a somewhat bittersweet end.
Woodburn, OR | For the love of vinyl, new record store opens doors in Woodburn: Spinning vinyl on a turntable seemed like it might go the way of Dodo Bird, swept away in a tidal wave of technological advances. But that’s not what happened. Vinyl records are back, baby, and the proof of it is all around the musical landscape. Don’t believe it? Well, venture over to Frankie’s Records, a new used record store in Woodburn. They’ll fix you up. Opened the first of May at 2227 Country Club Road in a small space as part The Crossing mall behind Walgreens, the new venture offers that old record store vibe. And that’s just how owners Andy and Kerrie Lazenby like it. “We moved here about four years ago because we wanted to buy a house and this is where we could afford one,” said Kerrie. “We’ve both been vinyl collectors for a long time and it’s actually how we bonded when we were dating.”
Bangor, ME | Mumford & Sons visit Bangor record store ahead of show: It was a busy Tuesday night in Bangor as Waterfront Concerts hosted a show at Maine Savings Amphitheater. Mumford & Sons stopped in Bangor as they travel the U.S. and Canada on their Prizefighter tour. Supporting them on this stop is Dylan Gossett. The most notable support, though, can be seen in the droves of fans who have come out to see the band. …Before Mumford and Sons rocked the Amphitheater, they stopped by Bull Moose in Bangor. After waiting in the line that wrapped around the building, fans with tickets got to have some free face-to-face time with Mumford & Sons and get their records signed. Bull Moose employees say the turnout beat their Record Store Day numbers.
Albany, NY | Albany record store under new ownership after more than 36 years: The owner of a Capital Region staple for all things music is passing the torch to a fellow record collector. On June 1, Last Vestige Music Shop was sold to a long-time patron and on and off employee of the store. Jim Furlong, who opened the shop on Halloween in 1989, has sold the business to Jim Kaufman. Furlong describes him as a voracious record collector. Kaufman started shopping at Last Vestige when he was only 14 years old. He’s also a local drummer for the band Hot Cousin, and earned a music degree from The College of Saint Rose. He said he’s excited to step into the ownership role.
Philadelphia, PA | A piece of New York inside Echo Echo Records: Having recently moved to Philadelphia, I have spent the past week exploring neighborhoods that are new to me. One of my first stops was East Passyunk Avenue, a corridor known for its restaurants, boutiques and independent businesses. During a recent visit, one storefront caught my attention for an unexpected reason. At first glance, Echo Echo Records looks like exactly what its name suggests. Rows of vinyl records fill the space, drawing collectors and casual music fans alike. But beyond the record bins, large black-and-white photographs cover the walls, transforming the shop into something more than a place to buy music. …For a newcomer exploring Philadelphia, the discovery served as a reminder that some of the city’s most interesting creative spaces are often hidden in plain sight.
Runcorn, UK | The independent record shop drawing vinyl fans to Runcorn: Many of us have a passion for music, and there’s nothing better than being able to browse a record store and find new favourites. Here, in our latest Business of the Week feature, Chris, Lewis, and Zena tell us about Hot Frog Records. “…We are a family-run, independent shop specialising in pre-loved records, CDs, Cassettes and memorabilia at low prices. We buy, sell, and trade records and offer a professional ultrasonic cleaning service. …Chris has been a life-long record collector, and after closing a previous business to retire, decided to sell off his personal collection, having had a heart attack, and the business has grown from there.”
Urban Outfitters’ latest Pride Month vinyl collection features Robyn, Wet Leg, Slayyyter: The release, featuring 12 artists, is out now and includes exclusive vinyl pressings of singles and full-length albums. Urban Outfitters’ latest Pride Month vinyl collection is here, featuring artists like Robyn, Reneé Rapp, Wet Leg, Slayyyter, and more. The releases include singles, EPs, and full-length albums with exclusive colored vinyl pressings. The drop celebrates “LGBTQIA+ artists, allies, and emerging voices across pop, indie, and alternative music,” according to the retailer, and a total of 12 artists are included. The collection is available to shop online now and in select stores, with prices ranging from $17.98 for singles to $44.98 for a double LP.
Miami, FL | This Saturday, will A DJ save your social life? Amigos Meet and Jolt Radio are teaming up for another beginner-friendly Vinyl DJ Workshop social experience. …Well, it seems the classics really do never go out of style: Amigos Meet — the local community-building group designed to help adults forge real, lasting connections in fun, interactive environments — is holding another beginner-friendly Vinyl DJ Workshop at Jolt Radio this Saturday June 20 from 12 to 3:00 P.M. The small group, hands-on on class led by DJ Scotty Sobek promises to “guide participants through the fundamentals of vinyl DJing in a welcoming, beginner-friendly environment,” including everything from how to utilize vinyl turntables and DJ equipment to “the basics of mixing, cueing, and transitions.”
20 Vinyl Pressing Companies That Will Work Directly With Independent Artists, No Label Required: …The beauty of vinyl is that it’s a completely different experience than a stream, and fans treasure it for exactly that reason. Streaming costs the listener nothing per song, while a buyer paying $30 for an LP is purchasing the physical object, the artwork, and the gatefold experience. These two formats aren’t really competing. They’re different things that serve different moments, and your most devoted listeners happily want both. That devotion is what’s driving this whole resurgence, and it shows no sign of slowing. US vinyl sales grew for a 19th consecutive year in 2025, surpassing $1 billion in US sales and representing nearly half of the format’s global value.
Lisa Loeb’s ‘Tails’ Comes to Vinyl: Originally released in 1995, the singer-songwriter’s debut includes the No. 1 hit “Stay (I Missed You)” which appeared in the film ‘Reality Bites.’ Lisa Loeb’s first major label album, Tails, is coming to vinyl. Originally released in 1995 by Geffen, the record by Lisa Loeb & Nine Stories includes the hit “Stay (I Missed You).” Copies of this 1LP release of Tails come on pink vinyl. The singer-songwriter first found success when “Stay (I Missed You)” was included in the era-defining soundtrack for Ben Stiller’s 1994 film Reality Bites. The song went on to become a No. 1 hit, making Loeb the first unsigned artist to top the Billboard Hot 100. “When I wrote it, it was an expression of an argument I was going through at the time,” Loeb told People in 2024.
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