Record Store Day

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Jon Clifford, owner of Dreamhouse Records in London, in his store surrounded by shelves of vinyl records.
"It's not just a transaction, it's a conversation" – how vinyl record shops are thriving in the digital age The digital threat might be greater than ever, but record shops are doing a roaring trade – here's how
Wilson Benesch Full Circle
Forgotten gems: 8 unsung turntables that deserve to be celebrated They may be lost in the mists of time, but these record players deserve recognition
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Brothers In Arms: vinyl vs CD
This album was the 1980s poster-boy for CD – but I massively prefer it on vinyl A digital masterpiece intended to be heard on compact disc; but how does Dire Straits' Brothers In Arms compare to vinyl forty years on?
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Record Store Day 2024: dates, guides, and the full list of releases

By Joe Svetlik last updated

Today is Record Store Day 2024! Here's everything you need to know.

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Record Store Day returns! RSD 2024's exclusive vinyl releases include Blur, Gorillaz, Pixies and more

By Harry McKerrell published

Record Store Day returns to celebrate the UK's independent record stores, with 100s of exclusive and limited edition vinyl releases nationwide.

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National Album Day's exclusive release list – including Blur and Jeff Buckley – celebrates the glorious 90s

By Harry McKerrell published

National Album Day announces its exclusive list of limited edition 90s albums dropping on Saturday 14th October in selected stores.

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Fire up your turntable! Record Store Day reveals vinyl releases for Black Friday, including Joni Mitchell and Prince

By Harry McKerrell published

RSD's exclusive vinyl titles will be available in participating stores on 24th November on a first come, first served basis.

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Record Store Day 2023: dates, full vinyl release list and our top picks

By Harry McKerrell last updated

Record Store Day 2023 Record Store Day 2023 returns tomorrow with a blockbuster list of exclusive releases, and we're here to help with tips and guides on getting the best out of your new vinyl.

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Vinyl Week

Welcome to What Hi-Fi?'s Vinyl Week!

By Becky Roberts published

A week of special vinyl and turntable news, reviews and features in the build-up to Record Store Day this weekend...

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11 of the best Record Store Day 2022 releases

By Becky Roberts published

As part of our Vinyl Week, team What Hi-Fi? has curated a list of the best RSD 2022 releases ahead of Saturday's event.

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