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The Spring Patio Grooves Mixtape: What I’m Playing Right Now
33⅓ tracks for backyard hangs, pool days, and everything in between.
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I’m Auctioning Off 50 Essential Records at 8 PM EST Tonight
First Whatnot show ever. Free $15 on me. Signed vinyl, spins, and giveaways. Let's hang!
The Upcoming Vinyl Repress Calendar
The collector's guide to 2026’s most anticipated vinyl releases.
The Valentine Weekender: Your Guide to a Lovely Weekend
Curated record-mendations from the heart, including my favorite love songs of the 2020s.
I Asked My Favorite Artists What They Loved Most in 2025
Hotline TNT, Alien Boy, Amy Millan, DJ Sabrina the Teenage DJ, and more share what they've been digging.
The Wax Museum’s Gift Guide for Physical Media Lovers
A curated haul of records, films, and books for people who prefer their art in their hands, not the cloud.
The 100 Best Albums of 2025
Liner notes, music videos, and vinyl variants on the best records of the year.
Why Vinyl Is So Expensive (And How to Fix It)
An inside look from Glitterer’s Ned Russin, who sells his records for $18.
The Halloween Weekender: Your Guide to a Killer Weekend
Frighteningly good recommendations for your Halloween weekend.
11 New Records That Just Earned Permanent Shelf Space
New and upcoming record-mendations for the rest of 2025.
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Listening Sessions
Listening Sessions
Robert C. Gilbert
The Song's the Thing!
The Song's the Thing!
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Our Band Could Be Your Wife
Our Band Could Be Your Wife
Our Band Could Be Your Wife
The Vinyl Room
The Vinyl Room
Andres
The Music Directory
The Music Directory
Shanté
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