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Essential Psychedelic Soul
Three Decades, No Skips: DJ-Kicks at 30
For 30 years, DJ-Kicks has delivered world-class DJ mixes straight to our speakers, uniting top selectors and eclectic sounds in an unmatched series.
Extraordinary Women of the Early Punk Era
Dive into the discographies of these remarkable women of early punk, from Poly Styrene to Patti Smith.
Fontaines D.C.’s Tom Coll Reveals His Essential Irish Folk Tracks
While Fontaines D.C. may have moved away from home, Ireland and its traditional music still maintains its hold over drummer Tom Coll.
Collecting
The Best-Selling Records on Discogs in February 2025
Last month’s best-selling albums include releases by Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar, and more.
Shabaka Plays His Favorite Vinyl Records
Shabaka Hutchings joins the Discogs Listening Room at FORM Arcosanti 2024 to spin vinyl records and break down a new approach to lyricists.
Steve Aoki, The Collector
EDM giant, collector extraordinaire, vinyl connoisseur, and entrepreneur — Steve Aoki’s path is one with a thousand turns.
Guides
A Personal Guide to Record Collecting for Beginners
All the things to consider when you start collecting vinyl.
Protecting Physical Media: Combatting CD and DVD Rot
These tips will help your CDs and DVDs last a lifetime.
How To Store Vinyl Records
Research a variety of storage options and tips for your vinyl collection.
Audio Gear
What to Do When a New Record Is Skipping
Learn how to check your vinyl and adjust your turntable setup if you’ve got a new record that’s skipping.
The Art of the Mixtape: How to Make Your Own Analog Playlist
Digital playlists may be more convenient, but there’s nothing like the love and care that goes into curating a tangible mixtape.
How to Set Up Your Turntable
This guide will help you set up your turntable correctly.
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