If you have a friend who buys and collects vinyl, then you must have heard about Music Store Day. This is an annual event that began in 2007. It is held on the third Saturday of April.
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What kind of holiday
Record Store Day aims to promote independent record stores as well as unite vinyl fans. The holiday originated in 2007 when independent shop owners got together to discuss the idea. In 2008 they were backed by big names like Metallica, Jack White and Ozzy Osbourne.
RCD began to be held annually on the third Saturday of April. As of 2012, there are only about 1,600 independent music stores in the US, according to the Almighty Institute of Music Retail. Today, it is becoming increasingly difficult for corporate and online retailers to compete with smaller independent outlets, which is why Record Store Day is committed to supporting these indie stores, not online retailers or corporate monsters.
On Record Store Day, you can purchase new releases or exclusive older recordings. Some large stores even host guest artists who sign autographs. Visit any of the Miami stores that we wrote about below on a holiday.
The best vinyl stores in Miami
Music store day is also important for local stores, as it helps keep them afloat and allows them to take part in events, invite local musicians and support other local companies.
We have prepared for you a list of stores that celebrate this festival in Miami.
Sweat records
The doors of the store open at 8:00. Anyone who will stand in line until 7 am, will receive the right to buy a record of their choice. During the day, DJs will work in the store, including Arthur Baker, DJ Hottpants, Gabe Kardashian and DJ Skidmark. There will also be a happy hour from 4 to 6 in the evening. And after — a big party.
The show at Churchill’s pub starts at 7 pm and in 2018 included Charlie Pickett, Seafoam Walls, Mo'Booty Band and Millionyoung. DJs Richie Hell and Javier Zucker will play between sets all night. If this is not enough, there will be a lot of gifts — for example, the Run The Jewels prize package, Fillmore Miami Beach tickets and the performance of an unexpected guest were previously played
Additional Information:
- Address: 5505 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137
- Phone number: +1-786-693-9309
- Website: sweatrecordsmiami.com
Brooklyn Vintage and Vinyl
In the store on a holiday are sales of a collection of exclusive vinyl records. The store collaborates with Vinyl Social Club and allows people to make 20-minute DJ sets, if they are registered ahead of time. From noon to 3 pm Moongazer, Myster Craig, Di Ivories and Salas will perform.
Additional Information:
- Address: 3454 NW 7th Ave, Miami, FL 33127
- Phone number: +1 305-575-9160
- Website: brooklynvintageandvinyl.tumblr.com
Lucky records
The ambassador of the holiday in 2018 was rapper Yarobi White from The Tribe Called Quest, who will sign his group's albums in the store. Also in this place lit Masta Killa, a member of the Wu-Tang Clan.
In the morning handed out free coffee and donuts. In addition, all special RSD recordings (albums released for the holiday) and other new releases are sold here.
Additional Information:
- Address: 143 NW 23rd St, Miami, FL 33127
- Website: luckyrecordsmiami.com
Technique Records
Here's a little story for you about how the Music Store Day was last time in Technique Records. DJ and producer Diplo has signed copies of his EP "California", and post-punk drummer Bauhaus Kevin Haskins signed an autograph on copies of the book "Bauhaus — Undead: The Visual History and Legacy of Bauhaus".
Sales are held throughout the day, and if you spend more than $100, you can participate in the prize draw. Try to get to the opening of the store on a holiday — if you get into the first hundred, get a free bag.
Additional Information:
- Address: 853 NE 79th St, Miami, FL 33138
- Phone: +1 786-717-6622
- Website: techniquerecords.com
Yesterday and Today Records
In this store, it is not customary to invite DJs and bands, but they will offer free drinks, sell records at competitive prices and hold draws throughout the day.
Additional Information:
- Address: 9274 SW 40th St, Miami, FL 33165
- Phone: +1-305-554-1020
- Website: vintagerecords.com
Terrestrial Funk Mobile Record Shop
The team behind this online store and the Miami Record Fair will stop in Winwood in an old Toyota truck. Holiday sales take place from 3 pm to 11 pm only on a holiday.
DJ plays all day, and you’ll have time to buy CDs with a 10% discount, T-shirts with symbols of your favorite groups at a 25% discount and get free Terrestrial Funk shirts for the first five customers or anyone who spends over $100.
Additional Information:
- Address: 176 NW 24th St, Miami, Florida 33127
- Phone: +1-305-699-2669
Visit any of these shops on the third Saturday of April. Will help to come to Miami and arrange a musical holiday American Butler — your guide to the USA!