The must have records for Record Store Day 2025: Record Store Day is a day for celebrating iconic records. Exclusive releases will be available, anywhere from classic albums to unreleased demos from your favorite artists. There are over 100 limited editions this year, but these are the must haves for vinyl collectors in 2025. Three time GRAMMY-winner, Charli XCX, will be releasing 10,000 units of Number 1 Angel, a collection of 10 tracks that were recorded over the span of a month at her residence in LA and in the UK. 10,000 units of a 7″ vinyl for “Guess (feat. Billie Eilish)” will also be available. The Cure will be releasing their 6th studio album, The Head on the Door, on a picture disc for the very first time. The album was originally released in 1985 and was produced by Robert Smith and Dave Allen at Abbey Road Studios in London. The LP features tracks like “The Blood,” “Close To Me,” and “A Night Like This.”
Millcreek, UT | Groove on: Vinyl Revival returning to Millcreek Common. Vinyl record collectors may want to swing by the Millcreek Common soon for some good old-fashioned crate digging. Vinyl Revival will spin at the Public Market at Millcreek Common from Feb. 27 through March 30, seven days a week, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. For even more record fun, the event is expanding from two weeks last year to a whole month. A grand opening will be held on March 1 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., with activities such as record bowl making, screen printing, live DJs, and a Utah Lowriders car show. In addition to hundreds of records, the pop-up market will also feature CDs, cassettes, concert memorabilia, rock ‘n roll clothing, accessories, and more. “Vinyl records are making a comeback. I think people are drawn to the nostalgia of their youth with vinyls. Listening to vinyl can be a more engaging experience that connects people with each other and the music.
Minneapolis, MN | Famed Minneapolis record store name-dropped on FOX’s new show: The longtime record store wasn’t aware ahead of its mention. FOX’s new TV drama, “Doc,” name-dropped a famed Minneapolis record store in its latest episode. The mention of Electric Fetus, which has sold records in Minnesota since 1968, came during the episode that air Tuesday evening. A patient in the show mentioned how much of a fan he was of Prince, naming albums like Dirty Mind, Controversy, 1999, and of course, Purple Rain “Controversy,” “1999” and “Purple Rain.” Actor Scott Wolf (playing the remarkably well-informed Dr. Richard Miller) later said this to the patient: “I’ll tell you what, once you heal you can hit up the Electric Fetus for some vinyl. Prince practically lived there.” The beloved local record store quoted the line, adding: “Just what the #DocOnFOX ordered!!” An Instagram user asked the store if they knew about the mention ahead of time, and Electric Fetus replied that they had “no clue.”
Pittsburgh, PA | Pittsburgh Has A New Artist-Run Vinyl Pressing Plant—Hellbender Vinyl: A new artist-run vinyl pressing plant is operational in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, catering to artists of all career levels. Hellbender Vinyl is co-founded by Jeff Betten and Matt Dowling and based in the Lawrenceville neighborhood in the East End. Hellbender is a relatively new company, but it has quickly become one of the most trusted vinyl processing plants. It manufactures 7”, 10”, and 12” vinyl records with a commitment to delivering award-winning customer service. Hellbender is a member of the American Association of Independent Music (A2IM) and aims to support artists at every stage—from emerging talents to well-established names. It is one of only 40 vinyl pressing plants in the United States, offering artists a chance to have their music available to fans in a sought after physical format.
San Antonio, TX | Vinyl Record Show of San Antonio, TX/Schertz, TX: Find the Music You Love and the Memories It Holds at the Vinyl Record Show of San Antonio! Step into a world of nostalgia and discovery at the Schertz Civic Center, where vinyl enthusiasts gather to celebrate the timeless charm of analog sound. With over 50 vendors from Texas and surrounding states, you’ll find an incredible selection spread across 100 tables. What Awaits You: Vinyl LP Records: Tens of thousands, from budget-friendly $1.00 LPs to rare collectibles worth hundreds of dollars. There’s something for every music lover. More Treasures: Dig through a variety of music memorabilia, 45’s, CDs, T-shirts, posters, cassettes, and even a few 78s. Exciting Door Prizes: Every attendee has a chance to win a free record, a cool T-shirt, or even tickets to future shows! Join us for your shot at some fantastic goodies.
Nashville, TN | First Bite: 888. The vinyl listening room at the JW Marriott is a vibey addition to the local sushi scene: This First Bite is coming along a little later than usual — 888 opened at 800 Clark Place back in September — but with the recent sushi boom around town, my planned visit kind of fell through the cracks of my calendar. Plus, 888 is intentionally a little difficult to find. …I was already aware of the vinyl-listening-lounge element of the restaurant/bar, with its collection of more than 2,000 albums and state-of-the-art sound system. But when I walked in the door and realized the DJ was spinning one of my favorite Tower of Power LPs, I knew I was going to like this place! The wheels of steel spin behind a long sushi bar with two talented swordsmen working their knives to create nigiri, sashimi and maki rolls.
Bloomington, IN | Bring your favorite vinyl records for Fossilized Frequencies show and tell: Fossilized Frequencies hosted its monthly Record Show & Tell event Saturday at the McCalla School. The events are informal; attendees typically get together and play different records every time they attend. Guests enjoy talking about genres, album covers, where they obtained the records they bring and what the records mean to them. Jack Kilby, who prepares galleries for University Collections at McCalla, hosts the free, all-ages event every third Saturday of the month, welcoming anyone to stop by to learn about all genres of music — even if they do not have records of their own to share. “Even if they don’t have records, we have a crate of records that they can dig through and find something they might like,” Kilby said. “It’s a good place for community and just record nerds in general.”
Chicago, IL | Chicago Vintage Stores Launch National Vintage Store Day: More than 75 vintage shops nationwide will join Chicago stores for a day of special releases and promotions on May 17. First there was Record Store Day, then Independent Bookstore Day and Stationery Store Day. Now, vintage lovers can mark their calendars for a shopping celebration of their own: National Vintage Store Day is coming May 17, and it all started in Chicago. Two beloved local vintage shops—Lost Girls Vintage and Rare Form—are taking the lead, transforming what started as a Chicago idea into a nationwide movement that’s already attracted more than 75 independent vintage stores across 25 states, according to Rare Form’s website. The celebration extends beyond vintage clothing to include all kinds of pre-loved pieces from the past. “It’s vintage of all kind—clothing, housewares, records,” said Sarah Azzouzi, co-owner of Lost Girls Vintage.
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