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Now Spinning: Death From Above 1979 “You’re A Woman, I’m A Machine”
2014 has brought me good news in that Death From Above is definitely back together as they just released a new album. I’ve had this in regular rotation for years, punk rock being a weakness of mine....
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How To Spot A Butcher Cover
Easily one of the most sought after albums is Yesterday and Today by the Beatles. Not just the album, mind you, but the controversial cover version known as The Butcher. The original butcher image...
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Bootlegs: Friend or Foe?
I’ve long been torn on the idea of bootlegs. I mean, really you’re stealing music from the artist or label. You know those internet sites that sell mp3’s without paying royalties? Well, these are...
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A new record, or has vinyl reached it’s final resting place?
mthsn:Interesting blog on resurgence of vinyl Originally posted on The Sound Blog: With vinyl sales continuing to increase, Alex Wilson considers the science, both good and bad, behind this trend....
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A Beginner’s Guide to Record Players
Source: Paste Magazine (http://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2014/09/beginners-guide-to-turntables.html)
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Toronto Record Stores – Where to Buy
Looking for a place to dig? Here’s a list of stores in Toronto (Leave a comment if I’m mising any): Kops Records Easily my favourite store. The newer Bloor store is fantastic and has some great...
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Does A Record’s Weight Matter?
I guess the real question is “why are some records heavier than others?” Records are pressed at a weight between 80 grams and 200 grams. At the lightest end of the spectrum are the Dynaflex discs...
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Toronto Downtown Record Show – November 2, 10AM
Check out this weeks show: The Estonian House 958 Broadview Avenue Toronto
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Can You Fix Scratches On A Record?
No. No you cannot. You should not even attempt to. I’ll be going over some of the old method of “fixing,” scratches below but if you’re an audiophile purist you know that none of these actually...
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Beware of Still Sealed!
Records still in their original, unopened, packaging can be a great find. In fact, they often command a hefty premium over their opened brothers and sisters. The basic concept is that a still sealed...
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