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2024 Year-End Recap: Music Events and Highlights

At this time every year, we like to give a year-end recap.  2024 started off rather hectically as we were in the middle of moving the store (AGAIN!) and finishing renovations of our new current location. Since then, we’ve welcomed back our loyal customers and met many new folks who love music and enjoy listening to music on vinyl. We’ve held some great events along the way too! Here’s what 2024 looked like.  We look forward to many exciting events in 2025!

February

Ribbon Cutting & Grand Reopening

Our reopening was delayed a bit, but we were finally able to cut the ribbon and open our doors on February 17th! Woo-hoo!

March, April, May

Band Fan Nights

We held a series of Band Fan Nights where we enjoyed live concert clips from classic rock bands on the big screen and held lively discussions about the groups and their performances.

March-December

Listening Parties

In 2024, we were excited to host a number of Album Release/Listening Parties.  Previews of new music from The Black Crowes, Pearl Jam, Twenty One Pilots, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Post Malone, Coldplay, and the “Wicked” soundtrack were well attended by fans. We gave out a lot of cool promotional materials and raffled off a number of special items from the bands.

April

Record Store Day

Our Record Store Day celebration included Exclusives, RSD First titles, and Small Run/Regional Titles plus a pop-up shop featuring rock ‘n’ roll pillows by Tamme Handmade. 

May

Album Release with Jay Byham

We hosted an Album Release Party for singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jay Byham‘s new record, “Postcards Along The Way,” with an acoustic performance by Jay, David Uosikkinen (The Hooters), and Steve Butler (Smash Palace), who are both featured on the new album.

June

Cannoli Day

We held a meet and greet with Finding Shelter Animal Rescue’s adoptable dog Cannoli and Steve Morrison from WMMR’s Preston & Steve Show.

September

Meet & Greet with Eli Waltz

We held a Meet and greet with folksinger, songwriter, and bandleader Eli Waltz to celebrate the release of his new solo album, “October Julep.”

October

Kids’ Music Day

In the fall, we celebrated Kids Music Day with a children’s craft project and sale.

November

Record Store Day Black Friday

We celebrated Record Store Day Black Friday with a live acoustic performance by singer/songwriter Ponté, snacks and drinks, and a great selection of special titles exclusive to indie record stores.

VINYL REVIVAL MOVIE NIGHT featuring “Heart of the Beat” with David Uosikkinen

Vinyl Revival is partnering with Jamey’s House of Music to bring a Movie Night to Lansdowne!

Curated by Andrea DiFabio, head over to Jamey’s, 32 S. Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, Pa.,
on each fifth Thursday of the month to enjoy an independent film screening.

The inaugural event, on Thursday, January 30th, 2025, at 8 p.m. (doors at 6 p.m.) features the feature-length documentary “Heart of the Beat” by director Jill R. Frechie.

Produced by John Ricciutti, and in association with Main Line Television, “Heart of the Beat,” tells the story of Hooters’ drummer David Uosikkinen. David shares his life story, and the ups and downs and ins and outs of being a drummer with The Hooters and other projects for over 40 years. His upbeat and infectious personality resonates throughout the film as he tells the truth about his struggles of being an artist, an addict, and a musician. He reminds us that we are all human.

Frechie is a Telly Awards winner and Emmy nominated filmmaker. “Heart of the Beat” has won multiple awards including Best Shot in Philly Documentary at the 26th annual FirstGlance Film Festival Philadelphia in 2023.

Tickets for Movie Night with Vinyl Revival are $5 and can be purchased here and at the door.

Enjoy HAPPY HOUR from 6-7 p.m. (sponsored by the Lansdowne Business Professional Association), Asian inspired American dining delights by Chef Suyun Reilly, and drinks provided by Conshohocken Brewing Company for an additional fee before and during the event. There will be a $5 food/drink minimum per person.

The multi-award-winning Jamey’s features restaurant style seating in an intimate, acoustically first-rate listening room, with stage-front long communal tables and stage-side two-top tables.

They also feature the art and photography of musicians, or musically related art by artists who love music, in their “Little Gallery” with monthly exhibitions and artist openings.

Jamey’s is proud to be the official home venue of the Philadelphia Blues Society.

Ringo Starr Listening Party

Join us on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at noon for a Ringo Starr Release Party.

 

We’ll listen to his new country album, “Look Up.”

 

We’ll have a free poster for all who attend plus there will be a grand prize for one winner that includes a CD Boxset (including CD + T-Shirt) as well as a hooded sweat.

 

We’ll take preorders prior to the party so you can pick up the album or CD at the event.

 

Email us at info@vinylrevivalrecords.com to order your copy!

Lansdowne’s Winter Extravaganza

We’ll be open for Lansdowne’s Winter Extravaganza taking place on N. Lansdowne Avenue between LaCrosse and Baltimore Avenue (due to the ongoing construction, exact locations for the tree and Santa will be determined closer to the event. Please note, there is NO RAIN DATE) on Sunday, December 15th!

The Lansdowne Business & Professional Association and participating families, organizations, businesses, and organizations will Illuminate the Avenue at the Winter Lights Parade beginning at 5 p.m. Enjoy cars, trucks, and floats decked out in holiday decorations then, afterwards, shop vendors and food trucks during the Winter Market. The night culminates in the Tree Lighting and Visit from Santa.

There will be music by DJ Joe Foley and a collection for Toys for Tots and the local food pantry so please bring an unwrapped toy or some non-perishable food items.

Finish up your holiday shopping in Lansdowne!

We’ll be open from 4 – 9 p.m.

 

Small Business Saturday Sale

Small Business Saturday is a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for their communities.

Come Shop Small with us as you Dine and Shop in Lansdowne! It’s a great day to pick up some holiday gifts and maybe something special for yourself.

We’ll have snacks and drinks all day AND we’ll be taking 20% off all new and used vinyl (sale not eligible on Record Store Day Black Friday releases.)

Wicked Soundtrack Listening Party

Join us on #WickedWeekend — Saturday, November 23rd at 2 p.m. — for a release party celebrating #WickedTheSoundtrack!

We’ll have FREE GIVEAWAYS including posters and slipmats for all attendees. And, if you sign up for our email list, you’ll be entered to win a chance for a beanie! When you purchase the record, we’ll have another special gift for you too!

Pink and green attire is encouraged! 💗💚

 

Record Store Day Black Friday at Vinyl Revival

Give someone you love the gift of music!

 

Indie Record Stores are one of the best places to start your holiday shopping so join us on RSD Black Friday!

 

We’ll be open from 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

 

We’ll have a selection of special titles exclusive to indie record stores so stop in to shop! You can check out all the offerings here.

 


https://recordstoreday.com

 

Although we will not have every title, hopefully we’ll have the releases that you’re looking to get. Releases will be limited to one title per customer.

 

We’ll have live music, snacks and drinks, and we’ll be taking 20% off all new and used vinyl (sale not eligible on Record Store Day Black Friday releases.)
AND, we’ll have an acoustic performance by singer/songwriter Ponté beginning at noon.

Coldplay Listening Party

We are super excited to announce that we are hosting a Coldplay Listening Party for their latest release, “Moon Music,” on Tuesday, October 1st at 5 p.m.

We’ll be opening up around 4:30 p.m. on our day off for this special event.

We’ll have Coldplay Moon Goggles and Listening Event Posters for giveaway for all attendees and a couple Coldplay shirts as a grand prize.

We’ll be taking pre-orders of the album too.

Kids Music Day Craft & Sale

Vinyl Revival celebrates Kids Music Day on SATURDAY, October 12, 2024.

 

Kids can make their mark on music!

 

Children ages K – 5th are invited to create a toilet paper roll shaker at Vinyl Revival. They can fill a shaker with an assortment of beads, rice, and pasta then use their creativity to decorate it with their choice of fun, colorful, music-themed stickers or original artwork. Once done, they’ll have an instrument to shake along to their favorite song!

 

Plus, take 20% off all new and vintage vinyl including children’s music on October 12th in celebration of Kids Music Day!

 

Lansdowne Open Studio-Open Town-Open Sound

Vinyl Revival will stay open late and take 20% off all new and vintage vinyl for the Lansdowne Open Studio-Open Town-Open Sound Event on September 26, 2024!

Join the LEDC’s Art Committee, local businesses, and Open Sound for a creative evening celebrating artists, small businesses, and music.

This free event invites you to explore the creative spaces of talented artists at the Utility Works and MakerSpace Artist Studio Buildings, enjoy local businesses with their pop-up artist highlights, and experience a pop-up concert along the way. Come discover unique art, engage with the artists, and enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere in our charming downtown.

What to Expect:

5 – 8 p.m. – Artist Studios Open for Touring: Meet the artists behind the work at Utility Works and the MakerSpace while enjoying a glass of wine and small bites. See where the magic happens and learn about their creative processes. Participating artists include Nicole Gordon, Robin Helling, John Kovach, Susan O’Reilly , Zach Ozma , Nicky Pasterfield , Mary Lou Ryce, Stephanie Strassel, Karen Tate , Maura Williams, and Jean Wong . Organized by the Lansdowne Art Committee of the LEDC.

5 – 8 p.m. – Art Galleries Open for Touring: See curated exhibitions at the 20*20 House, Gallery 26, and the Kiosk Gallery.

5 – 10 p.m. – Business and Artist Pop-Ups: Local businesses, including Camellia Coffee, Scrappy Cat, Crisp Ckik’n, Jamey’s House of Music , Sophusion, Sweet Gardenia , and Vinyl Revival , will stay open late so that you can explore our walkable downtown. Artists will have pop-ups along the way.

7 – 10 p.m. – Live Music: Enjoy live performances by Red Birds, Love? Said the Commander, and Night Windows. Curated by Open Sound. Weather permitting.

Start your tour at Utility Works or the MakerSpace and pick up a map of all participating locations.

Free Parking is Available at:
-The Municipal Lot, 18 North Highland Avenue – by Utility Works

Mark your calendar and bring your friends and family for a night of creativity, community, and connection.