Franklin, TN | New Kendal record shop opens with business already booming: A new record shop has opened in the centre of Kendal and business has been booming. More than a decade ago, sisters Calvert Gentry McMahan and Brenna Gentry set out to bring vinyl back to Franklin, opening Luna Record Shop together. The fourth-generation Franklin natives, who had spent more than 15 years working in retail, had long dreamed of running a record store of their own, turning their shared love of music shopping into a business. Now, the sisters are expanding with a second Luna Record Shop location at Nashville Yards in Nashville, reports the Nashville Business Journal. The new space is expected to be twice the size of their current Franklin store, with an opening targeted for late 2026.
Sale, UK | From the ashes of a legend, the cosy Sale record shop keeping the spirit of a vinyl haven alive: When the decision to close Tasty Records in Altrincham was made earlier this year, music fans were devastated. At the time of its closure, owner Ben Molesworth said the store deserved ‘more than’ he could give after eight years. And upon announcing the decision to shut down, he also offered out the store’s remaining stock for sale, which spanned across genres from rock to reggaeton. It was former Tasty manager Jess Campbell who took on the treasure trove of hundreds of 7″ singles and 12″ albums. For Jess and her partner Billy Goodwin, the purchase accelerated their dreams of opening their own store together—which became a reality last week.
Corona, CA | DBZ Books ‘N’ Records builds community one vinyl at a time: When Dilver Lizama, owner of DBZ Books ‘N’ Records, toured a second location for his business, he knew right away that a unit in The Union in Downtown Pomona, now open to the community, was the perfect place for them. Although they weren’t originally looking for a second location at the time, Lizama said they had to jump at the opportunity. According to Lizama, DBZ first opened as a bookstore and over time integrated music and vinyls after the Corona community suggested that’s what they wanted to see more of. Only after making that transition did the store change its name to DBZ Books ‘N’ Records.
Doral, FL | Miami record shop Crazy Vinyl Record launches its own label: The Doral vinyl shop just pressed a limited 7-inch single from South Florida reggae-dub band RasPunk under its new imprint. Miami’s local vinyl industry shows no signs of slowing down, with not only new record stores opening across the Magic City, but some also expanding their businesses and launching labels. At least that’s the case with Crazy Vinyl Record. Founded by Marcos Mirabal, Crazy Vinyl Record opened in January, offering new and used vinyl, with a selection leaning into soul, funk, jazz, Latin, salsa, disco, hip-hop, and rare grooves, plus a healthy dose of classic rock and contemporary releases. “…This release means a lot to Crazy Vinyl Record because it represents what we always want to offer our customers and community: supporting independent artists, bringing people together, and turning music into a physical experience that people can keep forever…”
Shrewsbury, UK | Independent bookshop and record store moves to new home in Shrewsbury town centre: An independent book shop and record store is on the move to a new home in Shrewsbury town centre. Left for Dead is relocating to newly refurbished retail premises at 58 Wyle Cop, just a short hop from its previous base at 14 Wyle Cop where it had been trading for more than a decade. Left for Dead’s new ground floor premises extends to 362 sq ft. The unit was marketed and let by Shrewsbury-based property agency Towler Shaw Roberts. Josh Hyde, apprentice surveyor who handled the letting, said: “The property occupies a sought-after location on the popular and busy Wyle Cop.
Ennis, IE | Imelda May rocks up to support Ennis record store: A campaign to save Ennis’ only vinyl record store and cafe The Record Break has been given the backing of globally renowned singer Imelda May among other high profile musicians. Shop owner Sinéad Nic Síoda says she is “over the moon” to have the support of Imelda, describing her as “absolute Irish music royalty” after she shared details of the campaign on her Instagram account which has over 220,000 followers with the caption “Just saw this?!?!”. Sinéad is hopeful that this will boost fundraising efforts to keep doors of the The Record Break open. Last month The Clare Champion reported how the future of the store in the Upper Market Street Carpark is now in doubt as the building it has been operating from for more than a decade is to go on the market.
Cottage Grove, IN | Wild Geese Books to take over where Cottage Groove Books & Music left off: While the name has changed at 637 E. Main St. in Cottage Grove, the tradition of selling books at the address will continue. The spot, first known as Kalapuya Books and then Cottage Groove Books & Music, will soon open as Wild Geese Books. New owners Julia and Bil Morrill took over the business this month, and plan to continue selling used books, new and used vinyl records and some small music accessories such as guitar strings and drum sticks. But they’ll be adding new books and some other book-related goods to the shelves. The Morrills were longtime Cottage Grove residents and raised their three daughters there, though they now call Eugene home.
Philadelphia, PA | With Barnes & Noble returning to Jenkintown, a nearby indie bookstore hopes ‘we can just coexist.’ For Capricorn Books, the chain’s opening means building a supportive community is more important than ever. Barnes & Noble will open a new store in Jenkintown on Sept. 16, returning to the small borough 13 years after the bookseller closed a longstanding location that had been there since the early 1990s. Capricorn Books, an independent shop that’s been embraced in Jenkintown since opening four years ago, is bracing for the chain’s return but confident in its growth. “It’s hard,” said co-owner Jackie Botto, who runs Capricorn Books with her husband, Chris. “It’s hard not to be worried. We’re still young. I’m hoping that we can just coexist.”
Newtown, CT | The Newtown Record Riot! Over 10,000 vinyl records in one room! Sun October 4th. A giant record store lands in Newtown! Dealers from far and wide converge for a giant music sale! LPs and 45s and CDs too. All types of music from punk to funk to country to classic rock, hip hop, soul/jazz and more. Dust off that turntable and come on down. Regular admission starts at 9:00 AM ($5) with early admission at 8 AM ($10). Don’t miss the BIG VINYL DIG! (Food and drink available too!)
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