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All you vinyl lovers, take a look at Wax Stacks. I don't have any, but I thought I'd pass it along. Modular, stackable, cute.

Anyone got experience buying from this site, in particular, is the download manager reliable?

Hi all,   Qobuz has a discount schedule on Chandos recordings. Now I came across what looks like an interesting artist I don't yet know. Can anybody share his/her impressions on this artist. Is this a top 10/15 type of artist. Are the specific...

Today in the deal of the day one classical the below mentioned album from Freddy Kempf, is this a recommended or just average artist, anybody having an opinion ?    

hi   Could anyone cast some light of this for me please...... looking to buy the Hans Zimmer 'Interstellar' OST and wanted to buy the version which gave me most bang for my bucks (sonically) Having looked at the DR database (excerpt below) am I...

Right now listening at Keith Richards new album. Quite smooth compared with the Stones but ok for something when every one else is asleep..   Any more suggestions?

Has anyone got suggestions for a storage solution for 12" vinyl?   I've seen some 100-LP travel boxes on Amazon but I'm not sure what the quality would be like.   It also needs to be big enough to hold multi-album releases which are...

Hi all,   If you like Van Morrison this might be one to watch. It's on the iplayer.   Recorded on his birthday, highlights of Van Morrison's unique live performance on the Belfast avenue he made famous through the iconic album Astral Weeks....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=1&v=qGd1eiLKY_8

The Sloops are having a bash, I'm 50 and Ms Sloop is 21, a joint 71st party. I want to give the DJ a list of music to play. I'm told all the songs have to be danceable, slow sets are so passé. I'm going to try and have 50% of the playlist. If you could chip in with 10 sure fire dance-floor classics I'd appreciate it as I'm hitting a bit of a blank after a brisk start.

I love a lot of Neil Young's music, I'm a fan, have seen him live so this is NOT an anti Neil Young post.   However is Neil up there with the best of them? By the best of them I'm referring to Dylan, Simon, Morrison (V) and Cohen and others who...

Hi, all you lovers of the Music Matters 33rpm series Blue Note reissues. Jazz House Records in Leicester have had clarification from MM that there will be no more reissues after the December issues.   Regards Graham.

Although i've had 'Underneath the stars' in my collection for a while it's been mostly overlooked until now. Heard her playing at Hyde Park on Radio 2 earlier and found myself captivated.   Any recommendations on her back catalogue ?   James...

Found the White Album on vinyl tonight for $4.99   Cover is now "brown album" but the vinyl itself is nearly unscratched and just a little dirty...cleaning it now!

I has the pleasure of attending the Midstock festival in Dalkeith, Scotland on Saturday.  There was a full days of acts including the Hoosiers, who were foregetable, and The Fratelllis who were good but boring, but the reason we went there was to...

I am listening via SL interconnect for the first time, to my CD rip of this masterpiece. Rip was done via Unitiserve.  This is the best I have ever heard this favourite of mine of more than 40 years. I suppose I can improve it further by buying...

Hello everyone   I'm heading to the US in 4 weeks for a couple of weeks' holiday.  Spending some time in the above cities (inspired by the Dave Grohl / Sonic Highways documentary).   Already booked for Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, and...

I just read that sadly Rico has died on the 4th September. “Rico Rodriguez, who has died aged 80, was a pioneering Jamaican trombonist, best known for his membership of the Two Tone group the Specials. Rico played on many of the earliest ska records, and released the classic instrumental album Man From Wareika in 1977. He was also a longstanding member of Jools Holland’s Rhythm and Blues Orchestra. He is featured on Theophilus Beckford’s proto-ska hit Easy Snappin’, and Clue J and His Blues...

Showcasing the DR power amps from 11am – 5pm at the Glasgow Loud and Clear store. Hear the difference in the new power amps this Friday and Saturday. Call Loud and Clear on 0141 221 0221 (or email events@loud-clear.co.uk ) to book a specific time-slot to listen, or come along on the days to hear the difference DR makes. Discover More: http:// bit.ly/1Xk8KP4

You know the type - something that was thrown together for the B side of a 45.   the difference Between Pink Floyd's DSOTM to Hawkwinds ISOS . something that was recorded before modern Quality control. anything modern or contemporary that's meant...

It is reported that all of Van's previously non digital download material is on its way, or already available! Anyone know more? He may be mellowing with age.

I thought I'd get the ball rolling with this one. Nicely self-deprecating and very timely considering today's sad news:  

Tesco are to start selling  vinyl lps starting with a iron maiden lp, this trial  will be at there extra large stores , interesting  development. 

Does anyone out there know what accessories come with a CDS3, I'm getting ready to sell mine on a certain auction site and don't want to short change some one.   Many thanks for any help.   Sat having a listen to the old girl before my new...

Hi   I have fond memories of hearing him on the John Peel show. On one occasion I remember he was actually playing live from  the basement of Peel Acres and was very funny ad-libbing between songs too.   During this period I bought...