Record Store Day 2022

We're big fans of Record Store Day. To those not in the know, Record Store Day is an annual event when independent record shops throw their doors open to celebrate their local music scene and the art of buying records from artists and labels from around the world. At Gents of London HQ, music is the foundation of our culture.

Have you ever wondered why vinyl is so popular again? There are many reasons why it's grown in popularity, but one of the most exciting evolutions is the number of special one-off releases of new and classic albums. We've been fans of Record Store Day since they began and have been an active participant for a few years now. As the years have gone by, some bands are scheduling special projects around Record Store Day — having new vinyl releases come out just for this event.

So think about this the next time you see someone standing in line at a record store. Perhaps it's not simply nostalgia, the thrill of the hunt, or even a desire for better sound quality that draws us back to records. Maybe we like holding albums, reading lyrics and liner notes, and sharing an album cover with others. Or perhaps we just can't let go.

Click the link below to find record shops participating in your area, and visit be sure to support and visit them this Saturday.

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