Recycled Records LP Blog – Music News, Vinyl Tips & Store Updates

The Recycled Records LP Blog is your go-to source for music news, vinyl collecting tips, store announcements, and community stories. Whether you’re an audiophile, a casual listener, or a local music supporter, you’ll find fresh articles, event recaps, and deep dives into the world of records, artists, and music culture—all from the team at Recycled Records LP in Longmont, CO.

King Gizzard Gizzverse Guide – Band Image

Exploring the King Gizzard Gizzverse

The King Gizzard Gizzverse is a fan-driven concept that attempts to map the sprawling lore, recurring characters, and shared narratives created by King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, one of the most prolific and unpredictable bands of the modern era. Fueled by explainer videos, deep-dive guides, and years of lyrical

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Original promotional art for Tyler, The Creator Summer Camp Mix featuring skaters with censored eyes and the Odd Future logo.

Tyler, The Creator Summer Camp Mix: The Iconic Vinyl Facts

Tyler, The Creator’s “Summer Camp Mix” is a fan‑favorite DJ mix he put together around 2011–2012, serving as a nostalgic playlist rather than a traditional studio album. Unlike his official major-label releases, this project offers a unique window into the artist’s personal influences. Below are five essential facts every fan

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Album cover art for Guns N' Roses Chinese Democracy featuring a sepia-toned bicycle with a wicker basket against a graffiti wall

Guns N’ Roses Chinese Democracy: The 14-Year History

Guns N’ Roses Chinese Democracy is the long-delayed sixth studio album by the American hard rock band. Released on November 23, 2008, by Geffen Records and Black Frog, it marked the band’s first album of original material since Use Your Illusion I and II in 1991. Here are 6 essential

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Garth Brooks Ropin' The Wind album cover featuring the artist in a black and blue striped shirt and cowboy hat against a cloudy sky background.

Garth Brooks’ Ropin’ The Wind: Record-Breaking Facts

Ropin’ The Wind is Garth Brooks’ third studio album, released on September 2, 1991, and it became one of the defining country albums of the 1990s. Widely regarded as a landmark release, it broke commercial records and pushed country music further into the pop mainstream. 1. Production and Basic Facts

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A customer sells used vinyl records to a store buyer at a counter, with a 'Goldmine Grading Standards' poster visible on the wall.

Sell Used Vinyl Records to Stores: A Buying Policy Guide

When you prepare to sell used vinyl records to a local record store, it is helpful to understand that shops primarily look for inventory they can resell quickly at a profit. Buyers prioritize condition, current market demand, and realistic resale value above all else. What Record Stores Look For When

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How to determine your vinyl record value

How to Determine Your Vinyl Record Value: Expert Tips

How to determine your vinyl record value is a process that requires looking beyond the cover art and investigating the specific “fingerprint” of the disc. Most people assume their vinyl is valuable simply because it is old, but the reality is that a 1960s copy of a Beatles album can

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The Cure Pornography vinyl album cover featuring the band in a red-tinted, blurred portrait design.

The Cure Pornography Vinyl and the Editions Collectors Seek

Collectors of The Cure Pornography vinyl most often focus on early UK pressings from 1982, along with a small number of later limited editions and deluxe reissues that hold lasting appeal. While the album has seen multiple reissues over the years, originality, condition, and completeness remain the key factors that

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A person demonstrating how to clean vinyl records using a carbon fiber brush, cleaning spray, and a washing basin on a wooden table.

Vinyl Cleaning Guide: Safe Ways to Clean Your Records

Learning how to clean vinyl records properly is the difference between a pristine listening experience and a noisy one. Many beginners assume that a few pops and crackles are just part of the “vinyl charm.” While some surface noise is inevitable, persistent noise usually indicates a dirty record. When a stylus

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