when my roommate JR moved out last weekend, not only did i lose one of my best friends, but also quite possibly the best collection of vinyl records ever.
of course, i built my own collection as well, only buying records from artists that i think would sound better on the rawness and scratchiness that a needle provides. basically, albums that sound the way you hear music inside a crowded smoke-filled small theater. so i have a bunch already.
the others, i miss.
do not shed a tear. i was walking around noe valley today and found streetlight records, which has an amazing selection. i never knew this place existed. maybe they just opened up for me, knowing my plight and sudden lack of coolness.
$75 later, and i'm back being cool again somewhat.
here are my new additions which, in reality, are just replacements (except not in a few cases):
the rolling stones - "some girls" - $3.95
the rolling stones- "it's only rock and roll" - $5.95
the rolling stones - "beggars banquet" - $4.95
willie nelson - "stardust" - $3.95
u2 - "the unforgettable fire" - $2.95
fleetwood mac - "rumours" - $2.95
bruce springsteen - "darkness on the edge of town" - $1.00
the very best of hank williams - $5.95
eric clapton - "461 ocean boulevard" - $3.95
lynryd skynyrd - "gold and platinum" - $6.95
and, because no band was made for vinyl any more than them,
the white stripes - "de stijl" - $11.98
the white stripes - "elephant" - $14.98
sweeeeeet.
now all i need is something to play them on.
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