Where to Start With the 10,000 Concert Archive Everyone’s Talking About

A Chicago taper spent 40 years documenting live music. These are the 10 shows to hear first.

Apr 15

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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.

Apr 3

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March 2026

The Weekender #32: What to Listen, Watch, and Read This Weekend

A short list of things better than scrolling.

Mar 27

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13 Great New Albums Flying Under the Radar

A baker’s dozen of curated record-mendations across genres worth your attention.

Mar 17

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February 2026

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!

Feb 23

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The Upcoming Vinyl Repress Calendar

The collector's guide to 2026’s most anticipated vinyl releases.

Feb 20

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The Valentine Weekender: Your Guide to a Lovely Weekend

Curated record-mendations from the heart, including my favorite love songs of the 2020s.

Feb 13

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Inside the Record Store Day 2026 List: The Records Worth Chasing

Sorting through 400 new releases to highlight the record collection essentials.

Feb 6

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January 2026

The 26 Albums You Must Hear in 2026

Here's one resolution you’ll actually keep.

Jan 22

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December 2025

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.

Dec 29, 2025

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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.

Dec 10, 2025

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The 100 Best Albums of 2025

Liner notes, music videos, and vinyl variants on the best records of the year.

Dec 2, 2025

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