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Essential Political Soul Albums
By Brandon Ousley The late 1960s and 1970s heralded significant possibilities in Black music. As the political and…
12 Essential Post-Punk Albums
Not long after punk exploded in 1977, there were artists who wanted to harness its energy and DIY…
Essential ’90s Alternative Albums
By Jim Allen Were the 1990s rock’s last stand as a dominant cultural force? Too soon to say,…
Collecting
Top 25 Most Expensive Items Sold on Discogs in April 2024
The most valuable releases sold in April 2024 include rare psychedelic rock LPs, soul 45s, and hard-to-find promo…
The Most Valuable Record Store Day Releases of All Time
Since 2008, Record Store Day’s limited-edition releases have created aftermarkets of seismic proportions. With Record Store Day fast…
The 25 Most Wanted RSD Releases
As Record Store Day rolls around each year, collectors prepare for a highly anticipated drop of limited-edition albums,…
Guides
A Guide to the Strokes
The Strokes first burst into the consciousness of cool spotters at the start of 2001. From the band’s…
A Personal Guide to Record Collecting for Beginners
So you want to be a record collector? You’ve come to the right place. For the past two…
9 New Year’s Resolutions for Every Record Collector
The start of a new year is a traditional time to make resolutions for the year to come,…
Audio Gear
How to Care for Cassette Tapes & Players
For some cassette collectors, the thrill of finding unreleased bedroom demos is what keeps them hooked. For others,…
10 Most Iconic Old-School Boomboxes of All Time
There are few things more iconic than the old-school boombox. The boombox bridged the gap between the home…
5 Hi-Fi Albums You Need to Hear With a New Cartridge
When it comes to building a stereo setup with exceptional sound, there are tons of factors to consider.…
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