So, what initially inspired you to start your own record store?
Trying to shop for new releases on vinyl in 2010, there just wasn’t any store with a big enough range local to me. Combine that with being unemployed after recently quitting a job, and it seemed like a good idea.
What are the best and worst aspects of owning an independent record store?
Best: Listen to anything you want all day. 99% of customers are champions, just a lovely bunch of people.
Worst: Never-ending supply of work to be done.
How are you planning on celebrating Record Store Day?
The usual formula for us is to get in as much RSD stock as possible, swing the doors open and just survive until closing time. We’re opening a little earlier this year (9am) to try and spread out the rush a little, but still a good idea to get down before we open for your best chance to snag a copy of what you want. A live updating list of our RSD stock can be viewed on our website.
Why is it important for music enthusiasts to celebrate Record Store Day?
Given the changing way music is consumed, Record Store Day not only gives the physical stores a sales boost to help keep things afloat, but also a real moral boost for the owners. The love and support is so thick in the air on Record Store Day it makes working so hard the other 364 days totally worth it.
