Record Store Day 2023 is set to take place on Saturday, April 22, and it’s safe to say that vinyl enthusiasts are gearing up for an exciting day. About 1400 stores across the country will have exclusive vinyl LP releases (USA Today). One of the most sought-after releases is Taylor Swift’s “Long Pond Sessions,” which rules the day (Variety). However, there are many other exclusive releases to watch out for, including Pearl Jam, Jason Isbell & Amanda Shires, and Elton John (Variety). The Tennessean reports that Nashville is planning to embrace the holiday in the best way it knows how: with tons of live music.
WDET 101.9 FM provides a rundown of what to expect for the Detroit area, including staff picks. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Inquirer reports that Taylor Swift will be performing on the opening night of “The Eras Tour” at State Farm Stadium on March 17, 2023, in Glendale, Arizona. Her Record Store Day release is expected to be a hot commodity.
The Vinyl Factory will be livestreaming all day from Phonica Records’ Record Store Day 2023 event today, in association with Vapoura and Junction 2 (The Vinyl Factory). Peoria Journal Star notes that there will be vinyl deals on Taylor Swift, Jason Isbell, and more.
Overall, it seems that there will be something for everyone on Record Store Day 2023. From exclusive releases to live music events, it’s a day that celebrates the joy of vinyl and the continued success of independent record stores. For those interested in participating, be sure to check out your local stores and plan your shopping accordingly (Chicago Reader).
