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
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New vinyl cutting machine to be released and aimed at home-use
Ever fancied cutting your own vinyl? This new device brings creating your own records and mix-tapes to consumers in possibly the easiest way yet. Some of you will remember the days of yesteryear and having fun with blank cassette tapes. Days could be spent making music mixes for your loved ones or recording chart music from the radio - hand steadily balanced over the ‘stop’ … [Read more...] about New vinyl cutting machine to be released and aimed at home-use
Madonna to reissue first four albums on clear vinyl
Madonna’s first four studio albums are to be released on completely clear vinyl, it has been announced. This is the start of a ‘re-issuing project’ by Rhino Records, whilst it still remains unclear which future records by the artist are likely to be rereleased. The records slated to be reissued are Madonna, Like A Virgin, True Blue and Who’s That Girl. All four will be … [Read more...] about Madonna to reissue first four albums on clear vinyl
Prince estate to reissue ‘1999’ on vinyl with 35 previously unreleased tracks
The Prince estate has announced a reissue of the seminal 1982 released album 1999 featuring new bonus material including a humongous 35 previously unreleased tracks. Now, some of you may see this as a quick cash grab for the estate, but it’s been well documented that there’s a ridiculous amount of unreleased bonus material out there in the ‘Prince Vaults’ so, for many, this … [Read more...] about Prince estate to reissue ‘1999’ on vinyl with 35 previously unreleased tracks
Boyz n the Hood soundtrack to be released on vinyl
Classic 90s movie Boyz n the Hood is having its soundtrack released on vinyl for the very first time. Released in 1991, the movie centres around three young men living in the Crenshaw ghetto of Los Angeles as it brings up questions of race, violence, politics and relationships. The soundtrack will be a limited release as a 2LP set through UMe. It will be pressed on … [Read more...] about Boyz n the Hood soundtrack to be released on vinyl
The White Stripes debut album to be reissued as vinyl box set
Jack White’s label Third Man Records is reissuing The White Stripes debut album as part of its 20th anniversary. The White Stripes XX will be released as part of Third Man Records’ ‘Vault Subscription Service’ with special features aplenty. Featuring two discs of red and white (of course), not only do you get the debut album mixed by Jack White, but you’re also treated to … [Read more...] about The White Stripes debut album to be reissued as vinyl box set