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Essential Japanese Jazz Records, 1953-Present
By Simon Coates When World War II broke out, jazz was banned by the country’s government because it…
20 Essential Horror Soundtracks
What makes the best horror movie soundtrack? Tension, esoteric instruments, microtonal pitch changes, and, of course, heaps of…
The Best-Selling Records on Discogs in September 2024
In September, a grab bag of records topped the Discogs best-selling list. From 1980s Japanese jazz-fusion to Detroit…
Collecting
The Most Valuable Releases Sold on Discogs in September 2024
Last month, one of the most elusive soul releases, Susan Phillip’s Soft Sexy Soul, sold for $20,000. The…
20 Essential Horror Soundtracks
What makes the best horror movie soundtrack? Tension, esoteric instruments, microtonal pitch changes, and, of course, heaps of…
Vinylogue: Thurston Moore
Vinylogue Thurston Moore Interview: Sam Tornow / Photography: Melissa Gardner “I always joke around and say that you…
Guides
From Krautrock to New Wave: Conny Plank’s Productions
By Jim Allen “Any noise has the potential to be music,” said Conny Plank. The producer who never…
30 Years of Metalheadz: A Drum and Bass Legacy
By Simon Coates Springing from East London’s hardcore rave and reggae scenes at the start of the 1990s,…
A Brief History of Early Brazilian Electronic Music
By Amanda Cavalcanti In 1961, Brazilian musician Jocy de Oliveira and her then-husband, conductor Eleazar de Carvalho, organized…
Audio Gear
The Art of the Mixtape: How to Make Your Own Analog Playlist
Long before the streaming playlist rose to power, the mixtape reigned supreme. Curating the right songs, recording them…
How to Set Up Your Turntable
Turntable setup is an important part of your record listening experience. Improper setup can result in skipping and…
How the DIY Cassette Movement of the 1970s and ’80s Changed Music Forever
The compact cassette was revolutionary. Its size and packaging made it ideal for on-the-go listening, but the convenience of…
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