COLLECTOR OF THE MONTH (JUNE): ARON GAGLIARDO
You will be a different collector throughout your life. Things you loved at 18 years old may not mean the same at 55. Don’t be afraid to let things go. Prune your collection for quality over quantity.
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Collector of the Month (May): Wilford’s Way
"My best advice would be to find the LPs BEFORE they get sampled! Really use vinyl collection as a pathway to expand one’s palate. Explore a wide range of artists and genres."
COLLECTOR OF THE MONTH (APRIL): ZIPPORAH
"A record that has truly stuck with me is Kendrick Lamar’s "To Pimp a Butterfly." That record continues to inspire my personal growth as I navigate this world as a black woman. "
Inside “Ghetto Music”: Who Actually Played On The Rare D’Angelo Track
The real musicians behind the rare track “Ghetto Music” and the story of Linwood Rose has finally been revealed.
SELECTA OF THE MONTH (MARCH): DJ JAZZ KID
I’ve become confident in knowing that what I curate is worthy of being listened to. I remind people that “I ain’t your jukebox”. Trust me to curate a vibe of sounds that you may or may not know.
4 Record Store Day 2026 Pressings You Shouldn’t Sleep On
The 2026 Record Store Day (RSD) list is finally here and it has the vinyl community buzzing with excitement. Here are four releases worth seeking out on April 18, 2026.
Collector of the Month (February): James (@myrecord.collection)
Many collectors nowadays sleep on older used records. Don't overlook the older records and artists! There’s a ton of great music out there waiting to be rediscovered by a new generation.
SELECTA OF THE MONTH (JANUARY): NICKFRESH!
DJs! All of the greatness you want takes time, practice and patience, so enjoy the journey of it all and put in the reps. Learn your music, your machines and step outside of your comfort zone.
Live Review: The Pharcyde Brings 90s Alternative Hip-Hop to Mempho Fest 2025
The Pharcyde completely won me over at Mempho Fest. Imani, Slimkid3, and Fatlip transformed the stage into a shared experience with their set bringing pure energy from start to finish.
LIVE REVIEW: Mavis Staples Returns to Memphis for Mempho Fest 2025
Mavis Staples of the legendary The Staple Singers returned to Memphis on October 4, 2025 for the Mempho Music Festival and it was nothing short of soul-stirring.