Radar Hair and Records is definitely one of the most unique record stores you will ever visit, and lucky for us, it happens to be in Seattle. By combining two good things (hair and music) Johnny and Betsy were able to start something great: Radar Hair and Records. I had the chance to ask them some questions about their business and why they are passionate about having a record store. Check it out:
TVD: What is the story behind Radar Hair and Records?
RHR: My wife, (Betsy) has been dreaming this up for about 15 years now. She wanted a place where she could do what she loves, (hairdressing) and mix it with her love of music and collecting other peoples junk. She has been stockpiling vintage clothing since the 90’s just for this purpose. She told me I would be able to have a record store of my own, but in exchange , I would have to start out as the receptionist for the salon as well. It is actually a pretty sweet deal! We have both been in the music scene for many years and wanted a place to have shows, not as a venue but as a fun place where everyone feels at home. After some fenagiling of money, we made it a reality! We support a lot of small independent labels, we only sell vinyl and tapes.
TVD: What is the best part about having Radar Hair and Records?
RHR: We can have our favorite interests and work at what we love at the same time in one place, and we can have our dogs with us all day!
TVD: What was your first record?
RHR: Johnny-AC/DC Dirty Deeds. Betsy-Sean Cassidy
TVD: What was the most memorable concert you ever attended?
RHR: Johnny-Little Stevens GarageFest! Betsy- Devo in 1982
TVD: If you could have any musician, dead or alive, come into your salon who would you want to see?
RHR: Johnny-Marc Bolan. Betsy- David Bowie
TVD: If you could have a band play live all day at Radar Hair and Records, who would you want to provide the soudtrack?
RHR: Johnny-Thee Oh Sees. Betsy-Ty Segal
Don’t miss out on the fun, head to Radar Hair and Records, get a new hair style, listen to some good music, and support local record stores! They are located at 2724 1st. Avenue South, Suite in Seattle and visit their website for more information.
