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5 Records that Defined Atlanta Hip-Hop
Atlanta’s hip-hop scene reflects the brilliant diversity of the South’s musical styles, with its artists drawing inspiration from…
Essential 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Albums
The 2024 inductees into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame include an eclectic mix of artists spanning…
Record Store Day 2024 Must-Haves
Record Store Day 2024 is almost here and collectors from all over the world are getting ready to…
Collecting
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,…
The Most Expensive Single Sold on Discogs
In mid-April 1966, the collective members of the Velvet Underground convened at Manhattan’s Scepter Studios alongside German singer…
Guides
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,…
How to Navigate the 16 Million Releases in the Discogs Database
Discogs is the world’s largest online music database and marketplace for physical releases, but that type of reputation…
Audio Gear
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.…
What to Do When a New Record Is Skipping
It’s one of the worst feelings for a music fan — you put a brand-new record on your…
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