The Vinyl Revival: Why Gen X and Z are driving the trend: …Aged 16 to 25, Generation Z grew up in a world where music was instantly accessible via streaming platforms. Yet, despite the ease of digital access, many in this group report feeling disconnected from the music they consume online. Vinyl offers a way to build a more meaningful relationship with the music they love, allowing them to physically own and engage with their favourite albums. For these younger listeners, vinyl is more than just a medium for music — it’s a form of self-expression. Limited-edition releases, coloured vinyl, and exclusive albums provide a sense of individuality. The retro appeal of vinyl also resonates with their love for vintage culture, blending old-school style with modern sensibilities.
Makati, PH | One Stop Record Fair spins into September with vinyl and art: Already feeling the cold breeze of “-ber” months? The quarterly music event “One Stop Record Fair 2024: Vinyl x Art” held at Ayala Malls The 30th on September 28 just made the air warmer with the rich sound that only vinyl can offer. From nostalgic collectors to exploring newbies, this gathering attracted music enthusiasts of all ages, scouring a treasure trove of endless music. Sari Osorio, the event organizer, said the occasion went well as usual with collectors flocking Ayala Malls The 30th as early as 10 in the morning. “We kicked off ‘ber’ months by giving them the best and rare vinyl from our featured sellers,” Osorio said. With 30 vinyl vendors offering an impressive array of records across genres, such as rock, jazz, soul, electronic and pop. Vinyl enthusiasts digged through crates filled with rare finds, limited editions and classics that spanned through decades.
Richmond, VA | The Richmond Record Riot! Over 15,000 LPs in one room! Sat October 19th at Stony Point Fashion Park: The Richmond Record RIot! It’s a MASSIVE vinyl record POP-UP sale at Stony Point Fashion Park! Sat October 19th. Over 15,000 vinyl records in ONE ROOM! Great music and family fun. LPs, CDs and 45s. A giant record store lands in Richmond VA! Dealers from far and wide converge for a giant music sale! Sat October 19th at Stony Point Fashion Park! 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 10 AM ($5) with early admission at 9 AM ($15). Don’t miss the BIG VINYL DIG!
Middletown, CT | WESU FM Brings Music Lovers Together at Fall Record Fair: I find it extremely hard to control myself around large amounts of vinyl records. It’s something about the moment of seeing a record I love, knowing it could be mine to take home and listen to on loudspeakers in the clearest quality possible, to stare at and read and play and replay, to scan for little differences from the version I may know from streaming (happens more than you’d think)…it’s impossible to pass up. As you can imagine, I was thrilled to hear that WESU 88.1 FM, the University’s radio station, would be hosting its annual Fall Record Fair in Fayerweather Hall on Saturday, Oct. 5. WESU Community Volunteer Liaison Chaim O’Brien-Blumenthal explained the process of publicizing the event to get the largest possible turnout from both students and the community.
Los Angeles, CA | Save the Date: VinylFest at The Original Farmers Market: Join us for the inaugural VinylFest at the iconic Original Farmers Market (3rd & Fairfax in Los Angeles) on Saturday, December 7th, 2024. This exciting event will celebrate the past, present, and future of vinyl music, DJ culture, and classic rock & roll by bringing together music lovers and music brands for a day filled with discovery, creativity, shopping, and a touch of holiday magic. VinylFest features a curated mix of LA music institutions, major and indie record labels, old-school record retailers, limited-edition album releases, DJ products, rock-themed pinball machines, and rock photography. The event will take place at the Clock Tower Plaza, right next to The Grove Shopping Center. …Save the date and stay tuned for more exciting details as we get closer to this must-attend event for vinyl lovers and music aficionados!
Harrow, OK | Harrow author shares vinyl-collecting journey and details of new book: Graham Sharpe, a Harrow resident and lifelong vinyl enthusiast, has recently published his latest book, On The Record(s), exploring the world of vinyl record collecting. Graham, who grew up in Wealdstone and attended Harrow County school, has a deep-rooted connection to the area. He began his career as a journalist at Weekly Post Newspapers and later worked with William Hill, where he eventually became Media Relations Director. “I am pretty much born (Edgware) and bred (Wealdstone) in Harrow,” Graham shared. “I left school in 1968 and began working as a rookie reporter at Weekly Post Newspapers, based in Ickenham. We had about ten editions locally—Harrow, Ruislip, Wembley, Ealing, etc. Married Sheila in 1974 (still together despite her regular complaints that either I or the vinyl (preferably both) should leave to free up space in the house!), and we set up home in Headstone, before moving to Harrow Weald, then Hatch End, where we live now.”
Interscope Geffen A&M Records Kicks Off Year-Long HBCU Initiative With ‘Homecoming SZN’ Album: Label brings Homecoming SZN campaign to Howard University, Tennessee State University & Texas Southern University for first phase. Interscope Geffen A&M Records is preparing to launch a year-long initiative to provide support for HBCU institutions (Historically Black Colleges and Universities), which have played important roles in the careers of the company’s various artists and executives. For the initiative’s first phase, Interscope Records will partner with three universities—Howard University, Tennessee State University and Texas Southern University—to kick off its fall Homecoming SZN campaign. The campaign’s centerpiece is the new Interscope album, Homecoming SZN Compilation Vol. 1. The vinyl-only project is comprised of Interscope catalog songs that evoke the spirit of HBCU homecoming celebrations plus two new tracks from rising artists.
11 Cool New Turntables to Keep on Your Radar: Pro-Ject, Technics, Audio-Technica and Victrola all have new models, ranging from $150 to $3,300. So far, the fall has been chock-full of new turntable releases, from Goldring announcing its first turntable in 20 years to Victrola announcing its most expensive turntable that “Works with Sonos.” Also, Pro-Ject, the popular Austrian turntable maker, has just been on a heater, seemingly releasing new models every other week. Below, we round up the latest turntable releases from the last two months. Pro-Ject T1 Evo: The Pro-Ject T1 Evo is an upgraded version of its entry-level T1 turntable (which was released in late 2019 and is seemingly being phased out). It looks similar to its predecessor—including the signature high-mass tempered glass platter—but boasts a higher-end cartridge, new electronic speed change and a larger sub-platter.
A limited edition set of Mitsubishi pill-shaped record weights have dropped: The essential vinyl stabilisers for any ’90s raver. A limited edition set of record weights shaped like Mitsubishi ecstasy pills have landed on shelves, courtesy of H.A.N.D.HiFi. Created by the custom hi-fi gear company, the record weights clock in at 523 grams promising to apply “firm pressure on the record to the platter lessening unwanted vibration coming off the record.” The pressure applied results in a “smoother and richer tonal balance with vast improvement in soundstage clarity”, H.A.N.D.HiFi explained on Instagram. According to the hi-fi company, the weights also offer “instrumental definition, increased dynamic range, improved bass response and substantial reduction in vinyl noise floor.” H.A.N.D.HiFi are encouraging users to Make Dancefloor Magic Again (MDMA) with their latest design, which is released by Berlin-based record shop and label Sound Metaphors.
