Discover the stories behind the records we carry—featured albums, artist spotlights, and in-depth looks at the music that shapes our shelves. Our blog dives into the sounds, history, and pressing details of the vinyl we stock at Recycled Records.
If you grew up in the Midwest, you already know that KSHE 95 St. Louis is more than a radio station — it’s a cultural landmark. Known for its “Real Rock Radio” spirit, the Daily Dose of Led Zeppelin, and its rebellious pig mascot, Sweetmeat, KSHE has helped shape the city’s musical identity for over […]
Few bands have reshaped the sound of rock like Led Zeppelin. Formed in 1968 by Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones, and John Bonham, the group fused blues, folk, and hard rock into a unique and entirely new sound. Across a series of groundbreaking releases, these Led Zeppelin albums built the foundation for heavy […]
The holidays are just around the corner, making it the perfect time to spin some festive favorites. Whether you’re chasing nostalgia, soul, or a touch of the unusual, these holiday vinyl albums will bring timeless cheer to your turntable this season. 1. A Christmas Gift For You From Phil Spector (Various Artists) About the Album:Released […]
Few recordings capture the true spirit of rock like the best live albums ever made. These performances freeze time, preserving raw emotion, technical brilliance, and the unfiltered connection between artists and audiences. From stripped-down acoustic sessions to thunderous arena shows, here are five essential live albums that have stood the test of time. The Best […]
Heavy metal has always been more than just music — it’s attitude, artistry, and rebellion forged in sound. Across five decades, certain artists have pushed the genre to new extremes, blending innovation, precision, and power.This feature explores six of the most influential metal bands of all time, whose work not only shaped the genre but […]
D’Angelo Voodoo stands as one of the most significant R&B albums of the 21st century—a lush, analog-driven masterpiece born out of experimentation, collaboration, and raw soul. Released in 2000 after years of quiet preparation, the album marked a bold departure from the glossy R&B that dominated the late 1990s. Between 1997 and 1999, D’Angelo and […]
In the heart of 1967’s “Summer of Love,” when psychedelic rock was reshaping the music world, The Rolling Stones took their boldest artistic leap. The result was Their Satanic Majesties Request, a chaotic, kaleidoscopic experiment that stands today as one of the band’s most fascinating and divisive works. Released at the height of the psychedelic […]
A standout in modern underground hip-hop, If It Bleeds It Can Be Killed is a gritty collaboration between Conway the Machine and Big Ghost LTD—a duo that thrives on raw lyricism and cinematic soundscapes. Released under the Griselda Records banner, the project serves as a spiritual sequel to their earlier work, No One Mourns the […]
The history of Record Store Day is a story of passion, resilience, and the transformative power of music to unite people. What began as a small idea among independent record store owners has grown into a global celebration of vinyl, community, and culture—one that Recycled Records Longmont proudly participates in each year. The Early Days […]
Prince Purple Rain was unleashed from Minneapolis, transforming music and film into a cultural phenomenon. Released in the summer of 1984 with his band The Revolution, the project remains a benchmark of creativity, innovation, and artistic vision. As we celebrate its 40th anniversary, a closer look at the history and making of Purple Rain reveals […]
