Record Store Day 2023 is set to take place on Saturday, April 22, and vinyl enthusiasts all over the country are anticipating this annual celebration of independent record stores. Approximately 1,400 stores across the United States will offer exclusive vinyl LP releases on this day, including some highly-anticipated albums. Billboard (https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/record-store-day/9956275/record-store-day-2023-exclusives-worth-digging-for) has listed ten of the most-wanted RSD 2023 exclusives, such as Pearl Jam, Elton John, and Taylor Swift’s Long Pond Sessions.
Taylor Swift is expected to rule the day with her in-demand album. According to Variety (https://variety.com/2023/music/news/record-store-day-2023-taylor-swift-long-pond-sessions-1235252081/), Swift’s album is one of the most sought-after releases of the day. Moreover, Rolling Stone is set to release a “worldwide exclusive” of “Rarities Collection” from the Rolling Stones on Record Store Day 2023. It features unreleased tracks, alternate versions, and never-before-heard demos.
Detroit-based vinyl enthusiasts can browse rare and exclusive vinyl releases at Metro Detroit record stores on Record Store Day 2023. ClickOnDetroit (https://www.clickondetroit.com/all-about-michigan/2023/04/18/record-store-day-2023-these-are-the-metro-detroit-record-stores-to-visit/) has listed some of the best Metro Detroit stores to visit, including Hello Records, Paramita Sound, and Street Corner Music.
Even subscribers of WDET 101.9 FM in Metro Detroit can benefit from a record store day guide prepared by WDET staff. WDET 101.9 FM (https://wdet.org/posts/2023/04/20/90816-record-store-day-2023-what-you-need-to-know/) has shared some staff picks and what to expect from RSD 2023. Meanwhile, Philadelphia Inquirer (https://www.inquirer.com/entertainment/music/record-store-day-philadelphia-2023-vinyl-20220419.html) shared what’s happening in Philadelphia for Record Store Day 2023, including a chance to see Taylor Swift perform live.
New Jersey stores like Princeton Record Exchange, Tumulty’s Pub, and Vintage Vinyl Records will also participate in Record Store Day 2023, and fans can expect to see solo albums from former Beatles members, curated reissues from choice artists, and more (Asbury Park Press: https://www.app.com/story/entertainment/music/2023/04/20/record-store-day-2023-new-jersey-stores-feature-solo-beatles-more/7298490001/).
Phonica Records’ Record Store Day event will also be available to fans worldwide through a live stream (The Vinyl Factory: https://thevinylfactory.com/news/phonica-records-record-store-day-2023-event-live-stream/). In association with Vapoura and Junction 2, Phonica Records will offer an all-day live stream event for Record Store Day 2023, featuring DJ sets, live performances, and behind-the-scenes glimpses.
With several vinyl stores across the United States joining in for the Record Store Day celebration, vinyl fans can expect a day of exclusive releases, exciting finds, and one of a kind experiences.
