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TVD Radar: Brian
Eno, Holger Czukay & J.Peter Schwalm, Sushi! Roti! Reibekuchen! in stores 5/24

VIA PRESS RELEASE | Below are the full liner notes written by Wyndham Wallace in Berlin with grateful thanks to J.Peter Schwalm for his recollections and time:

By the late 1990s, Brian Eno was to all intents and purposes a studio-bound musician. Performance it seemed, was not for him. He famously left Roxy Music in 1973 after he found himself “thinking about the laundry on stage” and since then he made only sporadic forays into the live arena, even then merely as a member of short-lived ensembles.

Indeed, once the 1970s had ended he appeared more enthused about concepts like “Quiet Clubs” or “Quiet Rooms,” site-specific installations—ongoing to this day—in which his light sculptures, ambient sound and especially selected furnishings provide a refuge from everyday stress and noise. These couldn’t be more different to the flamboyant outings with which he originally made his name and which had threatened to upstage Bryan Ferry.

Instead he spent this time creating similarly inclined art in addition to working on solo releases, which continued to explore often ambient realms and increasingly self-generating music. There’d also been collaborative endeavours of one sort or another, including albums like 1983’s Apollo: Atmospheres and Soundtracks with his brother Roger and Daniel Lanois, and 1990’s Wrong Way Up, recorded with John Cale.

That’s not to mention high profile production duties for the likes of U2 and James and he even found time to compose Microsoft’s Windows 95 startup theme. It’s no wonder then that in early 2023 he was still telling journalists that “I would rather drive nails into my scrotum than go on tour.” It’s not like there weren’t other things to do.

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In rotation: 2/28/24

Luton, UK | Iconic record store Vinyl Revelations to celebrate 30th anniversary at Luton’s Hat Factory: Entrepreneur and music promoter Andy Chesham is known and loved in Luton for his iconic Vinyl Revelations shop in Cheapside – soon to celebrate its 30th anniversary with an extravaganza at The Hat Factory. But what many of his fans may not know is that he was Luton Town Football Club’s youngest stadium manager while still a teenager. …But he was made redundant in 1994 and the proceeds gave him the wherewithal to open the record shop he’d always wanted. “I jumped at the opportunity,” Andy smiles. “My obsession with music and records had me buying and selling records while still at school – some to classmates at Stopsley High and others via mail order. My chance finally came when we opened on May 2, 1994, in Luton’s indoor market in the Arndale Centre – now The Mall.”

Glasgow, UK | Legendary rock band coming to Glasgow for intimate gig: A legendary rock band is coming to Glasgow to perform an intimate gig at a city record store. GUN will perform to crowds at Assai Records on Sauchiehall Street on April 12, 2024. The group is embarking on a whistle-stop ‘Record Store’ tour and will be visiting nine music shops in eight days with a ‘stripped back’ set. It comes after the release of their brand new single Boys Don’t Cry which is described as a “testimony to the glory of hard, loud rock.” The single is taken from the Glasgow band’s forthcoming new album, Hombres, which is set to be released on the same day as the Glasgow gig. We previously reported that GUN are already set to visit Glasgow on April 26 with a gig at iconic East End venue St Luke’s.

Louisville, KY | Kentuckiana’s Largest Record Show Strikes a Chord at Ten 20 Brewery: Explore the resurgence of vinyl records at the Fleur De Flea record show in Louisville. From rare finds to beloved classics, join over 300 attendees in celebrating the timeless allure of physical music formats. In the heart of Louisville, a melody of history and culture played out in an extraordinary gathering this Saturday. Over 300 music enthusiasts converged at Ten 20 Brewery, not just for the craft beer, but to immerse themselves in Kentuckiana’s largest record show, hosted by Fleur De Flea. Amidst the hum of conversation and the clinking of glasses, attendees found themselves in a haven of vinyl records, CDs, and music memorabilia, a testament to the enduring allure of physical music formats. The event highlighted not just the wide array of music genres available on vinyl but also the communal experience of music shopping.

Cheektowaga, NY | The Buffalo Record Riot! The Buffalo Record RIot! It’s a WONDERFUL vinyl record POP-UP sale at the Knights Hall in Cheektowaga! Over 15,000 vinyl records in ONE ROOM! Great music and amazing family fun. LPs, CDs and 45s. The Buffalo Record Riot returns! It’s a WONDERFUL vinyl record POP-UP sale at Knights Hall, 2735 Union Road in Cheektowaga! Over 15,000 vinyl records in ONE ROOM! Great music and amazing family fun. LPs, CDs and 45s. Dealers from far and wide converge for a giant music sale! 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. DOOR PRIZES TOO! Regular admission starts at 10 AM ($5) with early admission at 9 AM ($15). Don’t miss the BIG VINYL DIG!

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In rotation: 2/27/24

NJ | Stop by one of North Jersey’s local record stores to find your next hidden treasure: While analog copies of music were once thought to be a thing of the past for most, they have experienced a resurgence in recent years. In the age of online shopping, many people are missing out on the excitement that comes along with digging through bins of music to finally find that one hidden treasure and, instead, have grown accustomed to having everything delivered to their front doors. So, whether you’re a seasoned music lover or you’ve just gotten your first turntable and are looking to build your collection, take some time to explore local record stores in our area. Here are nine local record stores where you can browse records, CDs and cassette tapes to your hearts content.

Southport, UK | New Vinyl Finders shop opens in Southport with a vast collection of records and CDs: Had a little saunter down Wesley Street in Southport this week and found a newly-opened gem. It’s Vinyl Finders, located in the shop that many Southport people will know as J A Kelly’s… and it’s a magical emporium for vinyl lovers! It has a vast collection of vinyl and CDs, curated over half a century, and spanning all genres and including rock, jazz, blues, folk, country, soul, Motown, classical and a liberal smattering of favourite power-pop and alternative country. There’s lots of vintage and rare music memorabilia and many of the records are rare titles and pressings. It even has a jukebox! The owner, Paul Darwin, described his background: “Music is my passion. For over 50 years collecting it has been my time, money and space consuming obsession!”

Glasgow, UK | HUGE queue outside Glasgow music store as fans wait to meet MAJOR Scottish band: Dozens of music fans queued outside a Glasgow record shop this evening to meet a popular Scottish band. Punters were spotted waiting in a long line outside Assai Records on Sauchiehall Street where The Snuts are expected to perform live and sign records between 5pm and 7pm. The queue to meet the lads looked to start at the doors of the record shop and continued past the Mackintosh At The Willow, stationed further down the street. It comes as the West Lothian band’s third studio album, Millennials, dropped today. The 10-track record has been released via the band’s newly set up label, Happy Artist Records. It follows their break away from their previous label home, Parlophone.

Kuala Lumpur, MY | Tandang Records a blast from the past for music lovers: There was a time when record shops were a common sight and music lovers listened to albums instead of streaming content. To be fair, there are still some audiophiles around, but they’re almost like members of an exclusive club today, sharing news and secrets about where to find a good collection of LPs, CDs and music cassettes. One of those so-called secrets is Tandang Records Store, located close to the heart of Kuala Lumpur. The walls of the narrow staircase leading up to the store are plastered with posters of famous bands and when you push past the heavy door, that’s where the real magic happens – a treasure trove of cassettes, vinyl records and CDs to feed your nostalgia. This store is co-owned by Wan Hazril Hisham Kadri. “What I love about my store,” he told FMT Lifestyle, “is that I’m able to share my love for music with my customers. We can connect through our mutual love of music, even if our preferences are different.”

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TVD Radar: Who Can
See Forever: A Portrait of Iron & Wine
in theaters
in March

VIA PRESS RELEASE | Iron & Wine announce their film Who Can See Forever, A Portrait of Iron & Wine will be released theatrically throughout North America by Abramorama after a string of sold-out screenings in select markets. The film is both a documentary that follows Iron & Wine’s Sam Beam and a concert film recorded live in the round at the historic Haw River Ballroom in Saxapahaw, NC.

Directed by filmmaker Josh Sliffe, Who Can See Forever captures the notoriously private Beam in a series of interviews talking about his creative process and the past, present, and future of Iron & Wine. The live performance portion of the film was recorded during the window of his two Grammy-nominated albums—Beast Epic and Weed Garden—and features a band that includes Sebastian Steinberg (Fiona Apple/ Soul Coughing), Eliza Hardy Jones (War on Drugs/ Grace Potter), Beth Goodfellow (Julia Holter/ Allison Russell), and Edward Rankin Parker (Primus).

The film is being distributed worldwide by industry-leading distributor Abramorama in conjunction with Sub Pop Records. The film will play in most markets Iron & Wine will be touring later this year.

Abramorama’s President & Head of International Distribution Evan Saxon stated, “Abramorama is honored to collaborate with Iron & Wine and Sub Pop Records to bring Josh Sliffe’s beautiful film Who Can See Forever to fans around the world. Thus far, Who Can See Forever screenings have sold out in every market, proving that fans are truly enjoying this insightful behind-the-scenes experience with the band on the road. As a cinema exclusive, audiences will get to experience frontman Sam Beam’s humorous side with an exclusive introduction, welcoming fans to the screening event!”

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In rotation: 2/26/24

Indianapolis, IN | Record Store Day 2024: Here’s everything you need to know to shop vinyl records in Indy: Record Store Day, the day where music lovers and vinyl record collectors line up outside their favorite record store for exclusive pressings of their favorite albums has been announced for 2024. Here’s everything you need to know if you’re shopping in Indy. Record Store Day (RSD) was started to celebrate the culture of independent record stores, not owned by corporations. By partnering with musicians to release exclusive pressings of records, it encourages record lovers to show up o support their favorite local record stores instead of shopping at big box stores. Record Store Day is celebrated at independently-owned brick-and-mortar record stores around the world. There are 23 participating record stores in Indiana. The full list of participating RSD stores can be found on their website at recordstoreday.com/Stores. You can find the stores closest to you by typing in your ZIP code.

Louisville, KY | Record Store Day 2024: Here’s everything you need to know to shop vinyl records in Louisville: Record Store Day—when music lovers and vinyl record collectors line up outside their favorite record stores for exclusive pressings of their favorite albums — has been announced for 2024. Here’s everything you need to know if you’re shopping in Louisville. Record Store Day (RSD) was started to celebrate the culture of independent record stores, not owned by corporations. By partnering with musicians to release exclusive pressings of records, it encourages record lovers to show up o support their favorite local record stores instead of shopping at big box stores. Record Store Day is celebrated at independently-owned brick-and-mortar record stores around the world. …There are 22 participating record stores in Kentucky. The full list of participating RSD stores can be found on their website at recordstoreday.com/Stores. You can find the stores closest to you by typing in your ZIP code.

Austin, TX | Waterloo Records looking to move to new location: This beloved old-school store will need a new address in coming years. Waterloo Records, a beloved bastion for record collectors, music fans and the artists they love, has weathered many challenges throughout its more than 40 years of doing business. From major shifts in consumer trends and media formats to ever-increasing real estate costs, the shop has been through it all. Now, Waterloo faces another hurdle—finding a new home for the years to come. John Kunz, Waterloo’s owner, said he is weighing his options following Endeavor Real Estate Group’s 2019 acquisition of the 600 N. Lamar Blvd. shopping center that the record store has called home since 1989. The 1-acre site at the northwest corner of West Sixth Street and North Lamar Boulevard is coveted as one of downtown’s most high-profile spots.

Stroud, UK | The Final Spin: How The Trading Post Records Became a Vinyl Sanctuary in Stroud: Imagine walking into a place where the air is thick with history, every corner crammed with stories spun from vinyl. For nearly half a century, The Trading Post Records has been that magical spot for the residents of Stroud. Nestled between the rolling hills of Gloucestershire, this small record shop has not only been a business but a community hub, a sanctuary for music lovers. Next month, however, the needle will lift from the record for the last time, as the shop closes its doors, marking the end of an era. …”I took over from Jo Walters in 2001, and it’s been an honor to keep the music playing,” Vincent shared, his voice heavy with nostalgia. Through the decades, the shop has seen the evolution of music, from the dominance of vinyl to the rise of CDs and DVDs, and back again to the vinyl resurgence. It’s been a witness to the changing times, yet its essence remained untouched – a haven for those seeking solace in music.

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TVD Radar: Gene Clark, The Lost Studio Sessions: 1964–1982 in stores 4/20

VIA PRESS RELEASE | Beyond his achievements as a founding member of The Byrds, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Gene Clark was one of the most gifted and prolific singer-songwriters of the rock era.

The Lost Studio Sessions 1964–1982, which first surfaced on Sierra Records in 2016, is a connoisseur’s collection of lost recordings from pivotal points in Clark’s career, including: “She Darked the Sun,” first recorded by Dillard and Clark, represented here by a previously undocumented version cut in 1970 with the Flying Burrito Brothers (featuring Gram Parsons, ex-Byrds Chris Hillman and Michael Clarke, and future member of the Eagles, Bernie Leadon); tracks from the 1972 Roadmaster sessions (featuring Roger McGuinn); and five tracks from 1982’s Nyteflyte project which saw Clark reuniting with Hillman and Clarke.

Now Liberation Hall, in association with Sierra Global and the Gene Clark Estate, is re-releasing The Lost Studio Sessions 1964–1982 on CD, download, and limited-edition translucent tan, gatefold double vinyl. These historic recordings are presented with the best possible sound quality, mastered from the original analog monaural, stereo, and multitrack tapes.

Both LP and CD include a deluxe booklet with rare photos, production and recording information, and extensive liner notes by compilation producer John Delgatto and Clark experts Johnny Rogan, John Einarson, and Domenic Priore.

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TVD Radar: Big Sugar, 500 Pounds reissue in stores now

VIA PRESS RELEASE | Third Man Records, in partnership with Canadian-born and bred blues rocker, Gordie Johnson, and his group Big Sugar, has reissued the band’s classic 500 Pounds both digitally and on vinyl today. In Third Man Records’ founder, Jack White’s own words, 500 Pounds is “the best blues-based record to ever come out of Canada,” and an early inspiration and influence on his own approach to songwriting and guitar playing. The album is available now on black vinyl. Due to popular demand, they already are in their second pressing.

Big Sugar’s well-known record 500 Pounds, first released in the US in 1995, stands as a defining masterpiece in their discography. Produced by Gordie Johnson this album marked a pivotal moment for the band, showcasing their ability to seamlessly blend blues, rock, and reggae.

Gordie Johnson’s soulful vocals and masterful guitar work, combined with the talents of the original lineup created a sonic landscape that resonated with fans. 500 Pounds is not merely an album; it’s a musical journey exploring the complexities of life and love. Tracks like “All Over Now,” “Still Waitin’,” and “Ride Like Hell” exemplify the band’s dynamic range, from heartfelt ballads to energetic, blues-infused rock anthems.

The collaborative production efforts of Gordie Johnson, Peter Prilesnik, and Tom Treumuth played a crucial role in shaping the album’s distinctive sound. This record’s impact extended beyond Canadian borders, earning Big Sugar recognition on the international stage. With its release, the band cemented its reputation as pioneers in genre fusion, influencing subsequent generations of musicians.

500 Pounds remains a timeless testament to Big Sugar’s artistic brilliance, and its enduring popularity attests to the album’s lasting impact on the rock and blues landscape. The collaborative efforts of the producers, along with the distinctive performances, make this record a cornerstone in the legacy of both Big Sugar and Canadian rock. This is the first-ever US vinyl edition.

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In rotation: 2/23/24

Vinyl sales to hit $5.2B in 2024, highest since 1990: Vinyl sales expected to reach $5.2 Billion in 2024, nearly double the amount made in the past three years. The popularity of vinyl records is on the rise, and artists are predicted to make a whopping $5.2 billion from vinyl sales in 2024, nearly double the amount made in the past three years. This surge in vinyl sales is due to a number of factors, including a growing appreciation for the sound quality of vinyl and a desire to support artists directly. Streaming services have made music more accessible than ever before, but they also pay artists very little money. Many artists struggle to make a living from streaming alone, and vinyl sales provide a much-needed source of income. In addition, vinyl records are seen as a more tangible way to support artists, as fans can physically own the music they love. The predicted rise in vinyl sales is good news for both artists and music lovers. For artists, it means a more sustainable way to make a living from their music. For music lovers, it means having access to high-quality music that they can cherish for years to come.

Delhi, IN | New Delhi record store Digging In India opens: Specialising in old Indian music and rare groove, the store plans to host listening sessions and workshops. Indian music archivist Nishant Mittal, who DJs as Digging In India, has opened a record shop in New Delhi. Named after his alias, the one-room store opened its doors on February 18th and is primarily stocked with Mittal’s vast personal collection. It includes Indian music of various genres and languages, including Bollywood, Tamil film soundtracks, disco, ghazals, qawwali, Hindustani classical, Carnatic and Bengali folk. A section of Indian spoken word, comedy and film dialogues is specially curated for sample heads and beatmakers. Rare groove records from Japan, the Middle East, Africa and Singapore are also available, plus rock, disco and pop. The store eventually plans to host intimate listening sessions and workshops, as well as artist meet and greets. “We want to promote vinyl culture and make vinyl more accessible and less intimidating for newcomers…”

Cambridge, WI | Strictly Discs to hold off on Record Store Day in Cambridge: The Strictly Discs location at 101 W. Main Street Cambridge will hold off on participating in Record Store Day (RSD) this April 20, according to owner Rick Stoner. Stoner, who acquired the company last fall and has been mostly working out of the Madison Strictly Discs location, has been making steady progress at establishing the Cambridge location with a projected opening in June. That June date is still set as an anticipated opening, which will fall in the same month as Make Music Day on June 21, in which Cambridge will participate with cities around the world who fill the streets with music. …Historically, RSD sees record stores organizing special sales or other sales incentives. Vinyl aficionados often treat the day like a music-focused Black Friday event, lining up outside stores from the early hours of the morning until opening in order to secure high-value items.

Winsford, UK | Call for community to help save record store after owner involved in crash: Owners of a record store and café are calling on the Winsford community to help save the high street shop. The Electric Church on Over Square had announced it was intending to close for good earlier this month. However, following a flood of support the store, it has managed to turn the tables and is continuing to open for business. This comes despite owner Jimi Ray Coppack and his wife being involved in a crash on Friday night (February 16), after a fox ran out in front of their car, which has been written off. Jimi and his wife were left ‘bruised and a bit shaken up’ after the collision, but now he is calling on their customers to help them save The Electric Church. He said: “We need the local community that has supported us so far to continue doing so and I hope the support that has been directed our way is a reflection of people’s appreciation of The Electric Church and not just because people thought we would be closing.

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TVD Radar: Harmonia, Musik von Harmonia 50th anniversary 2LP edition in stores 4/20

VIA PRESS RELEASE | Groenland Records is set to release the first Harmonia album entitled Musik von Harmonia available exclusively at participating record stores as part of Record Store Day. The release will be on double LP and contains versatile reworks and remixes by internationally renowned artists and Harmonia companions to mark the album’s 50th anniversary.

Harmonia consisted of German supergroup Dieter Moebius, Hans-Joachim Roedelius, and Michael Rother. Moebius and Roedelius were in the band Cluter while Rother had just left Kraftwerk to form the duo Neu! with legendary drummer Klaus Dinger. In the mid-1970s, Harmonia blew up everything that spanned the German sound corset and were so alone in the field that their innovative work received hardly any attention in Germany. Yet what emerged there in the mid-1970s represented a real momentum. Without Harmonia and groups like Kraftwerk, Can, and Tangerine Dream, entire genres would hardly be conceivable today.

Brian Eno who was already one of the most respected music artists (and biggest Harmonia fans) at the time prompted the trio to unite for the legendary recording session that became their debut LP. The trio’s sound became an inspiration for his work with David Bowie, Devo, and Ultravox in those years. Though the band was only together from ’73-’76, their work continues to have an impact to this day and is an integral part of the intricate chain that led to ambient and techno.

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TVD Radar: Flowered
Up, A Life With Brian
2LP color vinyl reissue
in stores 4/19

VIA PRESS RELEASE | London Records are to reissue Flowered Up’s debut album A Life With Brian for the first time since its original release in 1991, newly remastered and available on double LP and CD, extended digital, and limited coloured double LP on 19th April. Pre-order here.

Including new sleevenotes by Heavenly’s Robin Turner, the reissue adds their seminal 1992 single “Weekender” to the album package plus a host of previously unreleased tracks and remixes, including newly commissioned remixes by Everyone You Know and Beyond The Wizards Sleeve.

Upcoming duo Everyone We Know’s thrilling contemporary take on “Crackerjack” is available now. They comment: “Taking inspiration from some late ’90s Ibiza tunes and early rave stuff, this is our remix of “Crackerjack.” We were honoured when Flowered Up reached out to us for the remix. At first we weren’t sure what direction to take it in but the longer we sat with the stems it became obvious it needed something for the clubs and DJs.”

Beyond The Wizards Sleeve remix “Weekender,” the first remix in seven years from DJ/Producer duo of Erol Alkan and Richard Norris. They comment: “Flowered Up’s ‘Weekender’ is a work of a very special magic, of a particular time, place, feeling that you can hear busting out of the speakers. It was a challenge to take on such an iconic work, but we attacked it and pulled it into a few new shapes which nod to the original while taking it someplace else. Do you believe in magic?”

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In rotation: 2/22/24

UK | Q1 snapshot: Vinyl growth in double digits as major releases achieve significant physical sales: It’s been another significant week for physical music sales with a chart contest between Idles and Paloma Faith. Based on the Midweek Sales flash, combined physical sales for Idles’ Tangk (Partisan) and Paloma Faith’s The Glorification Of Sadness (RCA) were around 25,000. Crawlers are chasing a Top 10 finish with 4,515 sales by the end of Sunday (February 18). While Noah Kahan’s Stick Season album reached No.1 on Friday (February 16) with streaming making up the majority of consumption (59.5%), chart-topping albums so far this year by The Last Dinner Party, James Arthur, Green Day, D-Block Europe, Shed Seven and Lewis Capaldi have all been powered by physical sales. While streaming now accounts for the vast majority of the market, physical continues to dominate the top of the albums chart. Out of the 44 albums that debuted at No.1 in 2023, 86% of them had more than half their chart-eligible sales made up of physical sales.

Shibuya, JP | Tower Records Shibuya is expanding its vinyl record collection by about 50 percent: The popular music megastore in Shibuya is currently closed for renovations and will reopen at the end of February. Shibuya’s iconic Tower Records flagship store is currently undergoing a revamp, with a grand reopening set for February 29. Aside from reshuffling a few sections in the nine-storey building, the renovated store will see a notable expansion in its range of merchandise. This is especially true of the Tower Vinyl Shibuya section on the sixth floor, which will soon feature an additional 30,000 vinyl records in its inventory to meet the demand of nostalgic music aficionados (we are in our Eclectic Grandpa Era, after all). Post-renovation, this floor will boast roughly 100,000 records in total, 40,000 of which are either vintage or second-hand. In a bid to create Japan’s largest retail space dedicated to classical music, Tower Records will introduce an additional 7,000 classical music goods to its inventory.

Lowell, MA | Vinyl Destination, a staple of Mill No. 5, to close by end of February: A few months beyond its 10-year anniversary, Vinyl Destination will soon close its doors for the last time as father-son owners Dave and Dan Perry look to their next chapters in life. As he sat behind the cash register of his small store, with records for everything from The Grateful Dead to Bob Dylan still filling the shelves and the walls, Dave Perry, 67, recalled when a friend of his had approached him asking if he would be interested in starting a business to sell vinyl records out of a storefront in the new small business space being set up in Mill No. 5. “I was not really a business person at all, but I went to look at it,” said Dave Perry, a former longtime reporter for The Sun. “I had always sold records at record shows or record fairs, something I had been doing for about 30 years. Every couple months I would go and sell some stuff, and it would maybe pay my bills, but it was never serious at all.”

UK | Behind The Counter Aims To Profile Your Local Record Shop: Record shops are a key important of the music eco-system. Hubs for free-thinkers and devoted music fans, conversations in vinyl hubs have led fans to jack in their day jobs and pursue their passions – sometimes even opening shops of their very own. Behind The Counter aims to profile these souls. Returning for a new season, the documentary strand travels across the country, celebrating the people behind independent record shops. Constructed by Record Store Day, Classic Album Sundays and Bowers & Wilkins, Behind the Counter highlights the passion, and the sense of community, that keeps these shops moving forwards. The new season kicks off with the wonderfully titled Van Vinyl in Dorchester, before moving to Hey Joe Music and Coffee in Essex, and the mighty Tough Love in St Leonards on Sea.

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In rotation: 2/21/24

NY | 18 top vinyl record store destinations in Upstate New York: As the Baby Boomers will rightly recall, our lives changed when we bought our first record player and spent our chore money on records, both 45s and albums. Music freedom at last!! Vinyl records are huge right now. New ones are out there in big numbers, and at big prices. In fact, too big in my opinion. So, we settle for the used vinyl that we had, loved, through away, and now yearn for back. They are much cheaper than new vinyl re-issues, and are far more enjoyable to listen to, even with the errant pop, hiss, and dust moozy clogging things up a bit. Where just a few years ago a vinyl record store was a rare and much appreciated thing, today they are in almost every town, village, and shopping mall. In this gallery we find 18 great places to get your vinyl groove on. Sure most of these places sell the new vinyl releases, but they also have plenty of nostalgic gems to discover (or re-discover).

Murfreesboro, TN | LRB Skate and Record Shop’s grand opening in conjunction with celebration: …Gage Doran, 16, has been skateboarding for Volatile skateboards for nearly a year and they recently released his first-ever signature skate deck. The deck was designed by an illustrious artist who has done work for Powell Peralta, Bones Brigade Skateboards and for Jeese James from West Coast Choppers. Gage also has another smaller sponsor, JaxWax. Gage Doran began skating in Charleston, South Carolina. He said he really found his passion for it when he stated skating at Fred Deadman Skate Park in Manchester, Tennessee. Phil Doran has been encouraging of his son’s passion for skateboarding and has been a collaborator in his son’s achievements. “I would post a lot of videos, we’d go all day at different places: Nashville, Florida, South Carolina. Where ever we were I was shooting videos really to see how he was moving along in skating. A proud dad kind of thing.”

Manchester, UK | Rae Donaldson: Tributes paid to popular Manchester music shop boss: Tributes have been paid to a popular Manchester record shop owner whose store was frequented by stars of the city’s music scene. Rae Donaldson worked at Vinyl Exchange in the city’s Northern Quarter for almost 30 years. The store said he died while on his way to work on Friday, his 64th birthday. Among the tributes, former Hacienda DJ Dave Haslam said: “Music fans get attached to their favourite record shop staff. I loved him.” He described Mr Donaldson as “so interested, so sussed” and “a beautiful soul”. The store said his death had “knocked us sideways” and Mr Donaldson would be “a hard act to follow.” “We hope to mirror his passion, enthusiasm, musical knowledge and recommendations,” it added.

Ringo Starr “Really Excited” to Be Releasing New EP ‘Crooked Boy’ as a Record Store Day Vinyl Exclusive: Ringo Starr recently revealed details about a new EP titled Crooked Boy on which he collaborated with songwriter/producer Linda Perry. Now the former Beatles drummer has announced that the four-song collection will be released as a limited-edition colored-vinyl disc as part of the 2024 Record Store Day event on April 20. The EP will be available on black-and-white marble vinyl exclusively at independent record stores. Only 2000 copies of the vinyl disc will be sold. “I’m really excited to be releasing an exclusive edition of my EP Crooked Boy for Record Store Day this year,” Starr wrote in a message on his social media sites. “I’ve always loved record stores from 81 Renshaw or Brian’s North End Music Store in Liverpool to Tower Records and Amoeba Records in [Los Angeles] and I support them with Peace and Love.”

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TVD Radar: Pete Jolly, Seasons clear amber and clear light green reissues in stores 3/29

VIA PRESS RELEASE | Future Days Recordings, an imprint of acclaimed archival label Light in the Attic, proudly announces the long-awaited reissue of Pete Jolly’s 1970 masterpiece, Seasons, on vinyl for the first time in over 50 years.

Sought after by crate-diggers, DJs, and jazz aficionados alike, as well as sampled by everyone from Jay Dee and Cypress Hill to Busta Rhymes, the album was far ahead of its time and a stylistic departure for Jolly, full of atmospheric grooves and soulful vignettes like “Springs,” “Leaves,” “Sand Storm,” and “Plummer Park.” Produced by Herb Alpert (who originally released the album on his label A&M Records), Seasons also features a who’s who of session musicians, including the Wrecking Crew’s Chuck Berghofer and Milt Holland, plus Emil Richards, Paul Humphrey, and John Pisano.

Due out March 29th and available to pre-order, Seasons has been remastered from its original analog tapes by Kevin Gray at Cohearent Audio and pressed at RTI on two special color variants: clear amber and clear light green (both seen below and are available exclusively at LightintheAttic.net). Rounding out the album are insightful new liner notes by music journalist Dave Segal (The Stranger, Pitchfork, Aquarium Drunkard), who interviewed Alpert and Berghofer about their memories of Jolly.

Two-time GRAMMY®-nominee Pete Jolly (1932–2004) was a virtuosic multi-instrumentalist whose work on the piano, organ, and accordion, in particular, could be heard on classic West Coast jazz albums, as well as on countless TV and film scores–including M*A*S*H, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, and Clint Eastwood’s Charlie Parker biopic Bird, during which he faithfully recreated Bud Powell’s piano performances with the legendary horn player.

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Berlin, MD | Berlin Record Store Day set April 20: Town council votes 3-1 to approve new event. Berlin town officials have added Record Store Day to the 2024 events calendar. On Monday, town councilmembers voted 3-1 to approve the event, a collaborative effort between the town and several downtown businesses, for April 20. “Sound Storm Records celebrates this every year, they just wanted to do something a little more this year,” said Ivy Wells, the town’s economic and community development director. Wells told the council that during the last merchant meeting, the connections of Sound Storm Records suggested the idea of celebrating Record Store Day in Berlin. Wells said the concept has grown in recent years and the day is marked by record stores around the country. “We really liked the idea,” she said. Wells said the event, which will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and would include closures on Pitts and Gay streets.

Vancouver, CA | Record Store Day Canada 2024 unveils its picks and participating stores: Music buffs and record bin hunters—it’s the day you’ve been waiting for. Record Store Day Canada has unveiled its list for 2024, promising limited-edition releases, B-sides, and special albums that you can’t get anywhere else. Take that, Amazon. The annual celebration is marking its 17th year, bringing attention to independent record stores globally by stocking the limited-release vinyls and other goodies. In Canada this year, Record Store Day takes place on April 20 with a bevy of releases from homegrown and international musical outfits. Arrive early, as there are usually lineups! Among this year’s releases is a live album from iconic Canadian alt-rockers The Tragically Hip (who are the Canadian ambassadors for this year’s event) from their 1993 performance at CBGB’s—the famed NYC venue and record shop that kickstarted the careers of bands like The Ramones and Blondie.

Dubai, UAE | Crate Digging in UAE: Dubai’s Best Vinyl Stores. With a universe of digital streaming platforms at our fingerprints, accessibility to music has never been easier. Despite this overwhelming supply of algorithmically-curated content however, our desire for analog hardware remains fixed in our DNA. The crate digging expeditions, the pop and crackle of the needle, and even the spine-curling sound of a scratched LP contribute to the overall tactility of the vinyl experience; the nostalgia emanating from a record is deeply ingrained in the interaction between the listener and equipment. With a growing demand for retro sound systems, the crisp and warm imperfections of spinning discs have become a physical manifestation of history in its sonic form. Hopping on this trend, vinyl advocates across Dubai strive to recreate this authentic experience with various spaces catering to this growing demand.

Stroud, UK | Stroud’s oldest record store to close: Popular record shop owner Simon Vincent has announced the closure of a record shop that has been part of the Stroud music scene for four decades. Trading Post on Kendrick Street is to close next month after 47 years of trading, but will operate online through its eBay Shop, Facebook page and www.tradingpostrecords.com. Simon also plans to have a presence at The Subscription Rooms. Popular record shop owner Simon Vincent has announced the closure of a record shop that has been part of the Stroud music scene for four decades. Trading Post on Kendrick Street is to close next month after 47 years of trading, but will operate online through its eBay Shop, Facebook page and www.tradingpostrecords.com. Simon also plans to have a presence at The Subscription Rooms. “The Trading Post has been part of Stroud for 47 years and I know that so many of us have grown up with it and, like me, have many fond memories of it.”

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