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In rotation: 4/21/26

By TVD HQ | Published: April 21, 2026

Dickson City, PA | Fans of vinyl line up early for Record Store Day in Dickson City: Kim Stenlake arrived at Dickson City’s Gallery of Sound before sunrise on Saturday, with a list of vinyl albums she hoped to purchase, with Bruce Springsteen’s music topping the entries. Stenlake, like thousands of vinyl aficionados across the country and across the world, was participating in Record Store Day, an annual global celebration that sees hundreds of artists release special, limited-edition vinyl, CDs and promotional items exclusively for the day. For Stenlake, of Moosic, the day was not only about music, but about family. Her son Eric Scritchfield and granddaughter Khloé Scritchfield, 9, stood beside her in a line that spanned the entire walkway and overflowed into the shopping area’s parking lot. “Today was a big day,” Stenlake said. “My son called to remind me about it.”

Portland, ME | Record Store Day spins into Portland music stores: Music lovers shopped exclusive records and deals during Saturday’s event. Sam Harmon browsed records at Bull Moose in South Portland on Saturday morning, a squirrel-adorned tote bag from Boston’s Beacon Hill Books and Cafe swinging on her shoulder. She expertly thumbed her way through various records—though she is a Boston resident, attending Record Store Day in Maine is a tradition for Harmon and her friend, Wells resident Leanne Brennan. “We both love music,” Harmon said Saturday. …This year, Harmon browsed on Record Store Day simply for the fun of it. But when Brennan caught up to her in Bull Moose on Saturday, she was holding a couple of records: the soundtrack to George Clooney-fronted film “O Brother, Where Art Thou” and something by PeeWee Herman. Earlier in the day, Brennan had scored an exclusive record from Southern Gothic singer-songwriter Ethel Cain. “It was the last one left,” she said. “But I almost always find something.”

Huntsville, AL | Huntsville record store sees biggest turnout yet for Record Store Day: Vertical House Records at Lowe Mill drew large crowds for special vinyl releases. Music lovers lined up at Vertical House Records at Lowe Mill on Saturday for National Record Store Day. The store offered special records released to independent stores in honor of the day, in addition to their regular inventory. “Definitely popular, like Taylor Swift, Ethel Cain. There was like a Slipknot record. Sorry, I’m trying to think of all of them. But there was a lot, for sure. But Billy Strings was a popular one. Sturgill Simpson had something as well. But yeah, there was probably about like 200 releases. So there was definitely quite a few,” said Andy Vaughn, co-owner of Vertical House Records. The owners said they had a large line throughout the day. This was their biggest Record Store Day yet.

Stockton, UK | Vinyl fans queue for exclusive Record Day releases: Vinyl fans have queued throughout the night to get their hands on limited edition records made exclusively for independent shops celebrating Record Store Day (RSD) UK. Regency Records in Stockton was one of six independent shops in north-east England taking part in the event, and the only one outside Newcastle. The crowd began to gather at 20:30 BST on Friday night and Simon Pearson, who was first in line, said the event was good for the area because it was “like a community centre but with music”. The annual celebration of independent record shops was set up in the USA in 2007 with the first official event taking place the following year. RSD’s organisers said thousands of record shops across the world now took part, with more than 300 in the UK and Ireland.

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TVD Radar: Miles Davis, Miles ’56: The Prestige Recordings 4LP, 3CD sets in stores 6/19

By TVD HQ | Published: April 20, 2026

VIA PRESS RELEASE | Craft Recordings continues its year-long centennial celebration of one of the 20th century’s most important cultural icons—trumpeter, bandleader, and composer Miles Davis—with a brand-new box set, Miles ’56: The Prestige Recordings. Building upon Craft’s GRAMMY® Award-winning Miles ‘55 release, this latest collection focuses on Davis’ 1956 sessions for Prestige Records, which resulted in such landmark albums as Cookin’, Relaxin’, Workin’, and Steamin’, and features an all-star line-up of talent, including John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, Red Garland, Art Taylor, Paul Chambers, Tommy Flanagan, and Philly Joe Jones.

Arriving on June 19, Miles ‘56 will be available as a limited-edition 4-LP box set, a 3-CD set, and in Hi-Res digital. All audio was transferred from the original analog tapes and meticulously restored by Plangent Processes. The collection was remastered by GRAMMY Award-winning engineer Paul Blakemore and lacquers were cut for the 180-gram vinyl LP edition by Kevin Gray at Cohearent Audio. Produced by Nick Phillips, both physical editions include a new essay by GRAMMY Award-winning music historian Ashley Kahn.

Track notes by the late Dan Morgenstern, a GRAMMY Award-winning jazz historian and archivist, add additional insight into the 70-year-old recordings. Additionally, a limited run of merchandise featuring the iconic artwork from Workin’, Cookin’, Relaxin’, and Steamin’ with the Miles Davis Quintet will be available exclusively through the Craft store.

For trailblazing trumpeter, bandleader, and composer Miles Davis (1926–1991), 1956 was a pivotal year, centered around his first consistent group, The Miles Davis Quintet. Formed just a few months earlier, the band—known as the “First Great Quintet”—featured a who’s who of rising stars, including tenor saxophonist John Coltrane, pianist Red Garland, bassist Paul Chambers, and drummer Philly Joe Jones. Together, they would become a defining force of the hard bop era.

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TVD Radar: Local H,
As Good As Dead 30th anniversary reissue in stores summer 2026

By TVD HQ | Published: April 20, 2026

VIA PRESS RELEASE | Local H today have announced the 30th anniversary reissue of their iconic, breakthrough album As Good As Dead, out this summer via G&P Records. Originally released in 1996, the reissue is band-approved and features a brand new remaster. Featuring seminal tracks (“Bound For The Floor,” “Eddie Vedder,” “Hi-Fiving MF,” and more), exclusive artwork, and surprise extras—this is the ultimate edition of this essential classic. The As Good As Dead 30th Anniversary Edition is available now for pre-order.

On the heels of successful tours with Everclear and Filter, Local H will also be embarking on a full US tour with Toadies, including dates at NYC’s Webster Hall (5/21), Chicago’s Vic Theatre (5/31), LA’s The Belasco (6/13), and more.

Guitarist/vocalist Scott Lucas explains: “I never really used to care about the past. For me, it was always about moving forward. ‘Don’t look back’ and all that. And when it came to As Good As Dead, I had even more of a ‘fuck that’ attitude towards it.

Lately though, I’ve learned to relax about it. I’ve come to appreciate people’s personal affection for it. Especially the younger people who have been coming to the shows the last couple of years. They’re still excited about the record and their excitement is infectious.

But earlier this year, I was rather rudely awakened to how little respect others have for the record. And how little respect they have for our role in creating it. Big surprise! There’s a whole cottage industry of people—who have absolutely NO ties to the bands—putting out substandard releases of their records. And we’ve got no say in the matter.

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In rotation: 4/20/26

By TVD HQ | Published: April 20, 2026

Bel Air, MD | Fans camp out at Bel Air record store ahead of Record Store Day to buy rare and exclusive vinyl: Vinyl enthusiasts are lining up early at REB Records in Bel Air to secure rare releases as vinyl sales continue to top $1 billion annually. Music lovers are already camping out at REB Records in Bel Air ahead of Record Store Day to get their hands on rare vinyl releases. The unofficial holiday celebrates music on vinyl and the independent stores that sell it. Sales do not start until 8 a.m. Saturday, but dedicated fans are already waiting outside the store. Haley Holleman, who was third in line, said she is looking for specific rare releases. …Gerry Wills, who was second in line, explained why he prefers the sound of vinyl over digital formats.

Seattle, WA | Record Store Day 2026 sights at Easy Street: As we previewed last night (when music fans were already getting in line), doors opened at 7 am this morning at Easy Street Records for the biggest day of the year: Record Store Day. We stopped by at 7:40 am, when the line was still wrapped around the block past the Wells Fargo parking lot on 44th Ave SW. The weather was clear and pleasant and spirits were high. Many of those in line told us that their shopping list included the “Brandi Carlile Live at Easy Street Records Volume II” record (a followup to the Grammy winner’s first live album recorded at the store almost 20 years ago). The album contains recordings from her band’s performance at Easy Street last October. Yesterday, the band stopped by the store…

Buffalo, NY | Local shop celebrates Record Store Day 2026: Saturday was the biggest day of the year for vinyl collectors. Collectors lined up for exclusive drops at Revolver Records as the shop celebrated Record Day 2026. Eric Buchbinder, Revolver Records manager, said the day was all about encouraging collectors to shop local. “It’s an important day to help support local indie record stores, you know, that’s the whole point of the holiday,” Buchbinder said. “You know, we have exclusive titles that nobody else has, none of the big box stores have. You know it’s just a day to support us.” A few of the artists featured in today’s drops included Pink Floyd, Taylor Swift and Olivia Dean. Shoppers can expect more exclusive drops coming to the shop later this year on Black Friday.

Billings, MT | Record Store Day spins success for Billings store amid vinyl revival: Music fans lined up before sunrise Saturday outside Cameron Records in Billings, some waiting overnight, as Record Store Day drew crowds eager for limited-edition vinyl releases. By the time the doors opened at 8 a.m., more than 200 people had gathered outside the independent shop, reflecting a growing demand for records that store owner TJ Goodwin said continues to build each year. “Record Store Day is a worldwide holiday,” Goodwin said. “It was established to celebrate the community of independent record stores and what they bring to their community.” The annual event, founded more than 15 years ago, now includes more than 1,200 participating stores nationwide. …At Cameron Records, nearly 200 exclusive titles were stocked this year, ranging from major artists like Bruno Mars and Madonna to niche and independent releases. Many sold out quickly.

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Happy Record Store Day!

By TVD HQ | Published: April 18, 2026

A look at events across the globe today.

Milton Keynes, UK | Biggest Record Store Day yet planned for Off the Record MK this Saturday: Willen Hospice’s independent music shop, Off the Record, is proud to be part of Record Store Day 2026 this Saturday (18 April), with more than 800 limited-edition albums on offer. Record Store Day is a global, annual event celebrating the culture, community and creativity that independent record shops bring to towns and cities. It features exclusive releases, live performances and special promotions that bring music fans together. Based in Midsummer Place, Off the Record will once again be opening early at 8am on Record Store Day to offer music fans exclusive, limited-edition vinyl releases on a first-come, first-served basis.

Madison, WI | How Madison’s record stores prepare for vinyl’s biggest day: Evan Woodward remembers rifling through crates of records at Strictly Discs during Record Store Day, before he started working there in 2010. “It wasn’t like what it is now,” he recalled. “There aren’t any other days like this.” Now Strictly Discs’ manager, Woodward pores over Excel spreadsheets listing thousands of records the store will receive in anticipation of the day, which takes place on April 18. He and the Strictly team need to catalog and alphabetize the anticipated 3,300 records they’ll receive, then set up and break down the staging area they’ll assemble on the block as people line up to nab exclusive releases. …Preparing for the day requires months of work. “It’s a big effort that just a small number of people are doing,” said Woodward. “It’s kind of like an extreme version of our job.” He estimates around 2,000 people will come through Strictly Discs’ doors on the 18th.

Phoenix, AZ | Record Store Day 2026 is almost here. How to celebrate in Phoenix: …The annual celebration is back for its 19th year on Saturday, April 18, taking place at independent brick-and-mortar record stores around the world, including many here in metro Phoenix. This year’s Global Record Store Day Ambassador is Bruno Mars, who happens to be playing two concerts in Glendale as we head into the weekend. In announcing his ambassadorship in a video shared on social media, shot at Moondog Records in Las Vegas, Mars shared some thoughts on what makes record stores so special. “Why record stores are so important is because you get the chance to immerse yourself, surround yourself with music,” he said. “I love being able to physically be surrounded by music. Not just staring at your phone and downloading something or listening to something on your phone, but to actually see all of this beautiful art around you. It inspires me.”

London, UK | All the London record shops taking part in Record Store Day 2026 (and the best deals): Time Out’s guide to the most unmissable Record Store Day events in London on Saturday April 18 2026, from free vinyl giveaways to club nights. When Record Store Day started out in 2007, it really did feel like vinyl might be on the way out: thousands of independent music traders were closing their doors as fans fled to cheaper (but less magical) digital ways of consuming their fave bands. These days, it’s more like a victory lap for the fantastic record shops that have created whole scenes around themselves, and become sites of pilgrimage for loyal customers. This year’s event falls on Saturday April 18, and as ever, it’ll be a stellar excuse to beat a path towards your local store for exclusive releases, and perks including free bevvies.

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TVD Radar: Drowning Pool, Sinner 25th anniversary reissues in stores 6/5

By TVD HQ | Published: April 17, 2026

VIA PRESS RELEASE | Craft Recordings celebrates the 25th anniversary of Drowning Pool’s Platinum-selling debut, Sinner, with a limited-edition vinyl reissue and expanded digital release.

The 2001 album—the band’s only record to feature their original frontman, Dave Williams—includes such favorites as “Tear Away,” “Sinner,” and their signature hit, “Bodies.” Arriving June 5th and available for pre-order today, this special anniversary edition of Sinner is pressed on Sea Ink Swirl vinyl, while fans can also find exclusive pressings via Revolver (Clear Smoke vinyl) and through the band’s official website (Purple Smoke vinyl). The expanded digital release will be available on streaming sites, featuring “Bodies (Chris Vrenna’s XXX Tweaker Mix),” “The Man Without Fear (feat. Rob Zombie),” and “Break You (Demo),” the former of which is available to stream now.

Bestselling nu-metal band Drowning Pool was formed in Dallas in 1996 by guitarist C.J. Pierce, drummer Mike Luce, and bassist Stevie Benton—originally as an instrumental trio. Three years later, with the addition of singer Dave Williams, the band solidified their signature blend of hard-hitting guitar riffs, searing drums, and moody lyricism. As a four-piece, the band found immediate success, and, after touring alongside the likes of Sevendust, Kittie, and (hed)pe, they signed to Wind-up Records.

There, they entered the studio with producer Jay Baumgardner (Slipknot, Papa Roach, Godsmack) to work on their debut album. Focusing their songwriting around relationships and religion, the band found inspiration from the album’s lively opener and title track, “Sinner.” In an interview with MTV at the time, Williams shared, “It was just a natural progression that became the whole theme of the record. There are a lot of religious issues on the record and a lot of relationship issues. It just seemed like it would fit….We wanted to start with ‘Sinner’ and end with ‘Sermon.’ We covered all the bases….”

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TVD Radar: My Morning Jacket, Z MoFi reissue in stores now

By TVD HQ | Published: April 17, 2026

VIA PRESS RELEASE | Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab (MoFi), the leader in high-fidelity audio reissues, is proud to announce the first-ever audiophile edition of My Morning Jacket’s critically revered 2005 album, Z, available in two formats.

Ranked by Rolling Stone as one of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time and by Pitchfork as one of the Top 200 Albums of the 2000s, Z arrives in two definitive formats. The UltraDisc One-Step 180g 45RPM 2LP Box Set is strictly limited to 2,500 numbered copies and features custom art developed in collaboration with the band. The numbered Hybrid SACD, also limited to 2,500 copies, is housed in mini-LP-style gatefold packaging. Both editions include the bonus track “Where to Begin.”

Both reissues are sourced from the original 1/2” / 15 IPS / Dolby SR analog master tapes, presenting John Leckie’s outstanding 2005 production with previously unheard openness and presence. By tamping down the group’s then-signature reverb, Leckie helped the ensemble (Jim James, Tom Blankenship, Patrick Hallahan, and then-newcomers Carl Broemel and Bo Koster) push beyond Southern-styled rock and rustic balladry of its earlier LPs into a realm of cosmic textures and organic warmth. These artistic shifts, captured over two decades ago, are now rendered with a transparency that allows the near-infinite tonality of the guitars and the subtle nuances of James’ falsetto to shine.

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In rotation: 4/17/26

By TVD HQ | Published: April 17, 2026

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TVD Radar: The Monkees, Good Times! (10th Anniversary Deluxe Edition) LP, 2CD reissue in stores 5/29

By TVD HQ | Published: April 16, 2026

VIA PRESS RELEASE | The Monkees’ 60th anniversary shifted into high gear this week as Micky Dolenz kicked off his “60 Years of The Monkees” tour, a 27-date run through the US that headlines a year-long celebration of the band’s enduring legacy. Grab tickets here.

“Working on Good Times! was an extraordinary experience. None of us could have imagined that nearly 50 years after our last Top 20 record, we’d be back there again with a new Monkees album. That meant a lot. It was also a joy to work with the incredibly talented Adam Schlesinger, who understood exactly how to honor our history while still making something fresh. Mike, Peter, and I had a wonderful time making that record, and I have no doubt Davy’s spirit was right there with us. We really did have a good time.” —Micky Dolenz

To help celebrate, Rhino is releasing Good Times! (10th Anniversary Deluxe Edition), a new 2CD version of the band’s acclaimed 2016 studio album. The set arrives on May 29 and includes unreleased instrumental versions of every album track, plus four rare session outtakes. The album will also be made available digitally for the first time. The collection joins the growing list of Rhino’s special releases honoring The Monkees’ diamond anniversary, with more to come soon. Available now for the first time digitally is “A Better World,” released previously on the EP physically called “Good Times! Plus!”

Also on May 29, an audiophile vinyl edition of the original album will be released through the Rhino Reserve series. The 180-gram pressing was cut from the original analog masters by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab and pressed at Fidelity Record Pressing in Oxnard, California. The LP will be available exclusively through indie retailers in the US and via Rhino.com.

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TVD Radar: Barnes & Barnes, Zabagabee: The Best of Barnes & Barnes in stores 6/19

By TVD HQ | Published: April 16, 2026

VIA PRESS RELEASE | The early years of the enigmatic musical duo Barnes & Barnes will be celebrated with the June 19 release of Zabagabee: The Best of Barnes & Barnes. Originally released in 1987 by Rhino Records, this 16-track compilation—featuring the early MTV hit “Fish Heads”—will be available again on LP and CD, and for the first time on DVD. All formats are released by Liberation Hall and distributed by MVD Entertainment Group (USA) and Wienerworld (UK).

Barnes & Barnes was formed in 1970 by Los Angeles high school classmates Robert Haimer (1954–2023) and Bill Mumy. Mumy was already an established actor known for his work in the popular television series Lost in Space and The Twilight Zone, among other credits. By 1978, the pair had become darlings of the musical underground with “Fish Heads,” a novelty tune which went on to become the #1 most requested song in the history of the Dr. Demento Radio Show. A video for “Fish Heads,” directed by and starring actor Bill Paxton, aired on NBC-TV’s Saturday Night Live in December 1980. Eight months later it was in rotation on the newly launched MTV cable channel.

When recording or performing as Barnes & Barnes, Haimer and Mumy adopted the pseudonyms of Art Barnes and Artie Barnes, respectively—supposed twin brothers from the fictional civilization of Lumania. The names were derived from the “Art Films” they had created as teenagers with a Super 8 motion picture camera.

Zabagabee: The Best of Barnes & Barnes was the duo’s first full-length compilation of their music recorded 1978–1987. It includes five tracks from debut album Voobaha (1980), two from Spazchow (1981), four from Amazing Adult Fantasy (1984), two from Sicks (1986), and three additional non-LP cuts.

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In rotation: 4/16/26

By TVD HQ | Published: April 16, 2026

Boston, MA | Countdown to the fab finds of Record Store Day: Last year vinyl record sales hit $1 billion in the US. With LP sales up about 10% from 2024 and indications that upswing will continue this year, vinyl is no longer a fad. It’s a way of life. Join the lifestyle on Record Store Day. On Saturday, April 18, record collectors celebrate a chance to hunt down rare and exclusive releases put out especially for the holiday. Here are a few of the best exclusives for 2026. This tribute to Mac is shockingly delightful. Looking at the label, you might go, “OK, cool, a bunch of covers by obvious-but-fun indie acts from Haim to New Pornographers to Best Coast.”

St Albans, UK | Counting down to this year’s Record Store Day: There are just a few days to go until the biggest weekend of the year for St Albans’ house of vinyl, the independent Empire Records in Heritage Close. National Record Store Day originated in the United States in 2007 after a group of independent record shop owners came together to celebrate and spread the word about the unique culture of their stores. Now every year hundreds of record shops across the UK participate in the celebrations. A staggering 500 exclusive records are released on Record Store Day and these are only available from these independent stores on Saturday April 18. Owner Marina De Sclavis said: “We’re very excited to be hosting our 12th Record Store Day this year. We feel we’ve got the best selection we’ve ever had, literally hundreds of exclusive vinyl records!

Oak Park, IL | Val’s halla Records Celebrates Record Store Day as Vinyl Sales Surge Nationwide: Val’s halla Records will mark Record Store Day on Saturday, April 18, 2026, opening at 8:00 a.m. for a full day of exclusive vinyl releases, live music, and in-store programming that draws collectors, artists, and fans into the shop from early morning through the evening. At 239 Harrison Ave in Oak Park’s Arts District, customers begin lining up the night before Record Store Day, with early demand driven by limited releases available only through independent record stores. The store sees sustained foot traffic throughout the day, with customers moving through the aisles to access new inventory and exclusive pressings. “Record Store Day at Val’s halla brings people together around a shared connection to music,” said Trevor Toppen, proprietor of Val’s halla Records.

Northampton, UK | Vinyl arrives at Northampton shops ready for annual Record Store Day: Vinyl by the likes of Taylor Swift, CMAT, Lil Peep and Charli XCX are among a host of releases which will be up for grabs at two Northampton shops this weekend when Record Store Day returns. Spun Out in Gold Street and Vinyl Underground in Abington Street will be selling a selection of this year’s records and in recent days have been receiving this year’s stock. Both shops will open at 8am on Saturday, April 18, with queues expected from the early hours of the morning. Spun Out owner Chris Kent, pictured with releases by CMAT, Lil Peep, Taylor Swift, Charli XCX and Elvis Presley, said: “It’s a big list this year and I’ve had lots of people coming in to request different titles. I’ve ordered a lot and this time around there’s a lot of interesting titles.”

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TVD Radar: Rough Trade Records announces 50th anniversary celebration, 7/17–7/19

By TVD HQ | Published: April 15, 2026

VIA PRESS RELEASE | Rough Trade Records is set to mark 50 years since its beginnings with a one-off, special series of concerts and events at London’s Southbank Centre, which will take place between July 17–19, 2026.

The weekend will see Pulp play the Royal Festival Hall on Saturday July 18, performing their latest album More in full before exploring their back catalogue. On the same day, Scritti Politti will make a welcome return to the stage, playing two shows in Queen Elizabeth Hall—a matinee set at 3pm, and an evening show at 8pm.

On Sunday, July 19, caroline will play a show in the Queen Elizabeth Hall with special guests My New Band Believe, while on the same afternoon Jarvis Cocker will introduce Ken Loach’s classic 1969 film Kes in the Royal Festival Hall. The unique screening will feature the soundtrack being performed live by an orchestra.

Rough Trade Books will also present two events during the weekend, hosting an evening of one-off performances and readings with their writers, artists, and collaborators on Friday, July 17, in Queen Elizabeth Hall, before producing a new staging of Hannah Patterson’s debut novel Ungone in the Purcell Rooms on Saturday 18 July.

For all events except Pulp, a presale for Southbank Centre Members starts on Wednesday, 15 April at 2pm (all times BST), before tickets go on general sale at 2pm on Thursday, April 16.

A Pulp presale for Southbank Centre Members will take place from 10am on Friday, April 17, with a presale for Pulp’s mailing list subscribers starting at 10am on Monday, April 20. Tickets for the show will then go on general sale from 2pm on Monday, April 20.

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TVD Radar: John Mellencamp: The Songbook: 50 Years of Song and Poetry in
stores 9/29

By TVD HQ | Published: April 15, 2026

VIA PRESS RELEASE | John Mellencamp is set to release a new lyric book via Rizzoli New York. Due on September 29, John Mellencamp: The Songbook: 50 Years of Song and Poetry finds Mellencamp opening his archives and tracing his evolution as both a songwriter and poet—spanning every era of his storied career. Pre-order the book HERE.

With a foreword by Stephen King, the book pairs lyrics from Mellencamp’s most beloved anthems with previously unpublished personal photographs, handwritten drafts, notes, and much more. For fans, musicians, and collectors alike, this is the essential volume on one of America’s most iconic voices and songwriters.

To celebrate the book’s release—and to give back in return—Mellencamp and Rizzoli are partnering to support Farm Aid by donating a portion of the pre-sales sold through the Rizzoli Bookstore during the month of April. In addition, pre-sale purchasers during the month of April will be automatically entered into a raffle to win a signed copy of the book.

Mellencamp is gearing up to embark on his much-anticipated summer tour. The Dancing Words Tour—The Greatest Hits will take place across 19 US cities beginning July 10. Produced by Live Nation, the tour marks the first time Mellencamp will be performing all his most beloved songs in a single night, some of which haven’t been played live in many years.

The tour includes major markets and iconic venues across the country, including the Hollywood Bowl, Northwell at Jones Beach Theater, Indianapolis’ Ruoff Music Center and more. See additional info HERE.

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In rotation: 4/15/26

By TVD HQ | Published: April 15, 2026

Cornwall, UK | ‘I am no longer scared of a record shop’—how a vinyl hub in Cornwall is uniting the community: Record Store Day is coming to seven shops in Cornwall, where a vinyl hub run by an indie legend is uniting the community. “I am no longer scared of a record shop.” That’s the view of a woman in Redruth who, like so many in her town, has found a community hub in their local vinyl emporium. Lucky’s Record Bar on Fore Street is one of seven shops in Cornwall which will take part in Record Store Day (RSD) on Saturday, April 18. The annual event celebrates independent record shops across the UK with exclusive, limited-edition vinyl releases where music fans queue—sometimes overnight—for special pressings. Shops sign up to a code of conduct with specific rules like “first come, first served.”

Melbourne, AU | Your guide to Record Store Day 2026’s huge list of live music instores across Melbourne: Record Store Day 2026 is descending on indie record stores across Melbourne and Australia on Saturday, 18 April. Packed with live instores, artist appearances and special events spanning city and regional communities, including Melbourne, Record Store Day Australia’s 2026 calendar is shaping up to be huuuuuge. From the Blue Mountains to Bondi, Geelong to Queensland, there’s barely a corner of the country that won’t feel the ripple of vinyl-flipping, community-building energy this year, hell yeah. Victoria is absolutely stacked. Country diva Queenie performs at Desert Highways, while Rocksteady Records brings sounds from Nat Pavlovic, Merpire and more.

Edinburgh, UK | Record Store Day is here again to keep us in a spin: Record Store Day is next Saturday and fingers crossed so far there have been no major hiccups. It did look like there was going to be a major problem when Taylor Swift announced she would be releasing a seven-inch single but nobody had told her UK record company. So as the news broke in the States not only were shops taken by surprise but for several days even her record company here didn’t know any more than the title and format. However, all has ended well and the single Elizabeth Taylor is described as being on Cry My Eyes Violet Glitter vinyl. The good news is we are receiving a good number of the single, meaning we are confident anybody who turns up on the day will be able to buy one.

Kelowna, BC | Kelowna plays host to music collectors and album sellers: The annual Vinyl in the Valley record sale returns to Kelowna on Saturday, April 18. There will be some 30,000 record albums, CDs and cassettes available for sale. Everything from rock and jazz to blues and country music genres will be represented for sale. John Gowland, organizer of Vinyl in the Valley, says the event offers those wanting to begin a record collection or expand on what they already have an excellent opportunity. “Our event is the place to be,” Gowland said. “Turntables, amplifiers and speakers will also be for sale from vendors if you wish to upgrade your existing stereo system an inexpensive prices.”

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TVD Radar: John Lennon, Love (Meditation Mixes) 3LP in stores 4/18

By TVD HQ | Published: April 14, 2026

VIA PRESS RELEASE | John Lennon’s classic 1970 ballad, “Love,” from his debut album, John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band, has been radically remixed and reimagined by producer Sean Ono Lennon as a series of nine Meditation Mixes.

The Love (Meditation Mixes) will be available as a limited edition 3LP set on 180-gram Pearl Arctic vinyl, housed in a triple gatefold mirrorboard sleeve, exclusively for Record Store Day on April 18 via Capitol/UMe. The RSD First release is limited to 4,500 copies. The remixes are currently available to experience on the consciousness-expanding phone app, Lumenate, where they exclusively debuted.

“After the surprising success of the Mind Games (Meditation Mixes), and our collaboration with Lumenate the Meditation App, we are very pleased to bring you Volume Two—a collection of ambient reimaginings of John Lennon’s classic song, to create a meditation of ‘Love,” says Sean Ono Lennon.

Love (Meditation Mixes) follows the release of nine reimagined Meditation Mixes of John Lennon’s classic 1973 peace-and-love anthem, “Mind Games” on vinyl and Lumenate, released on John’s birthday, October 9, 2024.