Tag Archives: LP

Born To Run Day: A Celebration

“We got one last chance to make it real, to trade in these wings on some wheels” – “Thunder Road” 36 years ago today, Born To Run, the third album by then 25-year-old singer-songwriter Bruce Springsteen, was released by Columbia … Continue reading

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What’s So Wrong About Staying Home With Your Record Collection?

“Is it so wrong, wanting to be at home with your record collection? It’s not like collecting records is like collecting stamps, or beermats, or antique thimbles.” – Nick Hornby You may not remember, but writer Nick Hornby wrote that line … Continue reading

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Hey! Look What I found. Where Do You Buy Records?

Yesterday, I found a copy of one of my favorite albums at a local antique mall/indoor flea market. You never know what you’re going to stumble upon at one of these places. I didn’t have a lot of time so … Continue reading

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My Record Store Day 2011

Another Record Store Day has come and gone and although there are still festivities including live performances at Euclid Records today, I decided it was better to get back to real life. You know – spend time with family, cut the … Continue reading

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Checking Records Off The List

    I am lucky enough to work within driving distance for a trip to Euclid Records over my lunch break. The store is one of the best independent record stores in the area and stocks thousands of albums on vinyl … Continue reading

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The O’s – Between The Two [Album Review]

The O’s, a Dallas based duo comprising Taylor Young and John Pedigo, continue the recent trend of blurring the lines between country, folk and rock ‘n roll with a sound reminiscent of the Avett Brothers without the occasional screaming vocals. … Continue reading

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January Record Collectors Show Today

Are you ready to find some rare and hard to find records? The gentlemen who organize the St. Louis Record and CD Shows host their first show of 2011 today. If you love vinyl (45′s and LP’s), compact discs, 78 RPM … Continue reading

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