Record Store Day in Soho
Saturday 12th April
Vinyl collectors and music lovers unite for the UK's 18th Record Store Day this April. Celebrating the unique culture of record stores, visit Soho to discover London's most iconic spots, special vinyl releases, in-store performances and more.
The Golden Mile of Vinyl
In the 1980s one of Soho's most famous streets, Berwick Street, became a destination for vinyl record collectors. Previously known as ‘The Golden Mile of Vinyl’, Berwick Street is still home to central London’s largest concentration of independent record shops including Reckless Records and Sister Ray.
Reckless Records
📍30 Berwick Street
Open in 1984, Reckless Records is Soho's oldest record store and the longest standing on Berwick Street having survived the ups and downs of the business over the years. The store boasts a vast collection of second hand vinyl, ranging from rare rock to drum and bass. Buy, exchange and discover new sounds in the iconic store this Record Store Day.
Museum of Soho: 78 Revolutions Per Minute
📍75 Dean Street
🗓 12th-26th April
Discover Museum of Soho's exhibition delving into the era when shellac 78rpm records were at the forefront of the music industry. Explore the legacy of record shops, music publishers and their enduring cultural impact as the music has evolved over the years and continues to grow.
The Soho Music Scene
Sister Ray
📍75 Berwick Street
Starting out as a humble record stall on Camden Market in the 80's, Sister Ray has become one of London's most iconic vinyl suppliers. Discover two floors of new releases, classic albums and a collection of rare and second-hand vinyl.
What's on at Sister Ray
This Record Store Day the Berwick Street store will be open extra early at 8am to make sure you can come and get whichever limited edition releases you're after as quickly as possible. All Record Store Day releases will then be available to purchase online, from 8pm on the 14th April.
Third Man Records
📍1 Marshall Street
Based on Marshall Street, Third Man Records is an independent record label founded by Jack White, lead singer and guitarist of the White Stripes. The London store is the label's first location outside of the USA, boasting an extensive collection of vinyl's and CD's, a token-operated recording booth and an intimate basement venue with live music events.
Phonica Records
📍51 Poland Street
Phonica Records is one of Soho's independent record shop stocking the latest vinyl and CD's spanning Reggae / Dub and Nu Jazz / Broken Beat to Techno / Minimal and Funk / Soul. The store also boasts an eclectic collection of deep and edgy club music, set in a store that transports you back to the 1970s.
Photo: Sophia Ward-Ongley
Sounds of the Universe
📍7 Broadwick Street
Last up is Sounds of the Universe, a Soho record store home to one of the largest selections of Reggae, Dubstep, House, Latin, Funk and more, worldwide. Shop CD's, vinyl and guaranteed original vinyl at the Broadwick Street store.
Discover Soho after dark
Live Music at Ain't Nothin' But
📍20 Kingly Street
Bringing the blues to Soho seven nights a week, this 'home of the blues' is the perfect late night venue for music lovers. Discover new acts and casual jam sessions, kicking off with acoustic acts from 6:30pm and main bands at 9pm.
