Vinyl really is fascinating. Now deemed as one of the longest surviving music formats still regularly used, we thought you might enjoy five vinyl facts you may never have known that will make you love records even more. From the interesting to the insane, read below to be enlightened! The First Record Ever Made The First vinyl record ever created was by RCA Victor … [Read more...] about 5 Facts You Didn’t Know About Vinyl Records
New Watchmen series soundtrack coming to vinyl first
It has now been confirmed that the soundtrack to HBO’s new Watchmen series will be released first on vinyl before any other format. The new Watchmen series started on 20th October 2019, with a new episode available each week. The first season is currently enjoying a barrage of high-scoring reviews from critics who have already seen advance previews of every episode. The … [Read more...] about New Watchmen series soundtrack coming to vinyl first
Happy Freuds: Echo of Sounds – Review
Happy Freuds’ album Echo of Sounds manages to mix high energy tracks with stripped-back pieces amongst a combined 70s and 90s rock sound. Spain-based quartet Happy Freuds have no problem in gently tipping their caps to their musical heroes. From Sabbath to The Who, or moving forward a couple of decades to Rage Against the Machine and Smashing Pumpkins, the influences are … [Read more...] about Happy Freuds: Echo of Sounds – Review
New Music Fridays – 18th October 2019
Another working week is almost over, so kick off your shoes, take a seat and listen to our four chosen tracks for this week's New Music Fridays. From dreamy country-rock to ambient drone bluegrass we've got a real eclectic mix for you to enjoy today. As always, 'click the pics' to listen. Basement Revolver - Have I Been Deceived As vocalist and guitarist Chrisy … [Read more...] about New Music Fridays – 18th October 2019
Eva Schubert: Hot Damn Romance EP – Review
Eva Schubert releases new EP Hot Damn Romance, focussing on a live, vintage jazz sounds amongst flourishes of the contemporary. Vancouver Jazz artist Eva Schubert has always been inspired by the live, unkempt ability for vintage jazz to evoke emotions and melodies. New EP Hot Damn Romance reaffirms the artist’s love for this style, managing to tie in a mix of sultry … [Read more...] about Eva Schubert: Hot Damn Romance EP – Review
HMV opens largest store in Europe stocking 25,000 records
Going against the streaming generation, HMV has bravely opened a massive new store in Birmingham featuring 25,000 square feet of music, movies and merchandise. Named ‘HMV Vault’, the venue opened its doors on Friday 11th October and celebrated with live performances from Liam Payne, James Arthur and The Murder Capital. As well as stocking 25,000 records, the shop will also … [Read more...] about HMV opens largest store in Europe stocking 25,000 records