For the full list of events and to find your nearest participating store, visit recordstoreday.com.au.
From free in-store performances, a full day of DJs and your favourite regional acts making some noise, Record Store Day Australia will see over 200 independent record shops from all across Australia cementing its status as a treasured day for music lovers and collectors alike.
Plus, the hits keep on coming with a new track from Aussie favourite Gordi added to an already stacked list of exclusive releases from Dannii Minogue, Pond, The Grogans and more.
Perth psychedelic outfit Pond headlines the local offerings with a collection of their early works, while pop icon Dannii Minogue revisits Neon Nights with a fresh remix package.
Keep up with the latest music news, festivals, interviews and reviews here.
For nearly two decades, Record Store Day has been the ultimate tribute to indie record stores worldwide, offering rare vinyl, live performances, artist signings, and more. This year will be no different.
Beyond the records, the event aims to underscore the essential role of record store staff in preserving Australia’s music culture and fostering community connections, shining a spotlight on the unsung heroes of the music industry who champion new music, share their expertise, and help keep vinyl culture alive, one record at a time.
For the full list of events and to find your nearest participating store, visit recordstoreday.com.au.
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