Record Store Day began in 2007 when more than 700 independent record stores in USA came together to celebrate all things vinyl. Now in its eighth year, RSD (which takes place this year on Saturday April 18) is a global music event. Chart heavyweights such as Biffy Clyro, Calvin Harris, Erasure and Foo Fighters will all be taking part with exclusive releases.
It isn't just the worldwide superstars who will be getting involved with RSD though, as some of the best local bands will be releasing exclusive records and playing special in-store gigs throughout the day in some of Edinburgh's record stores. Here are three must-see events taking place this year.
VoxBox
Although Stockbridge's VoxBox Records are not stocking any official RSD releases this year, they will still be providing a stellar line-up of Scotland's best bands. Delta Mainline, The Holy Ghosts, Miracle Strip, Supermoon (pictured above), Garden Of Elks, Randolph's Leap and Gerry Cinnamon will be playing on the day. All the bands will also have various CDs, cassettes and vinyl for sale.
Underground Solu'shn
Underground Solu'shn in Cockburn Street will open its doors early (8am) and will stock 550 vinyl-only releases, which will be available on a first come first serve basis. Fear not however, if you miss out on a record you can still enjoy the entertainment provided on the day. With live sets from James Yorkston and Randolph's Leap, as well as DJ sets from Edinburgh electro pioneers FiniTribe, BBC Radio Scotland's Vic Galloway and 'malt of the moment' Linkwood you will not be left disappointed even if you come away empty handed.
Elvis Shakespeare
Leith's Elvis Shakespeare will also be getting involved with RSD with The Cathode Ray, Filth Spector and King Eider all playing live sets in the shop from 2pm. The three bands will also be bringing their releases with them and the owners of Elvis Shakespeare are very keen to stress that all money paid for the releases of these three bands will go directly to the musicians and the shop will be taking no cut.
See more things to do in Edinburgh from Time Out.