Join us as we slip through the portal early to have a listen to “Dark Matter!”
We’re celebrating the release of Pearl Jam‘s twelfth studio album, “Dark Matter,” with an in-store listening party on Sunday, April 14th at 3 p.m.
Hear the entire album before it’s released, land on some exclusive giveaways, and pre-order “Dark Matter.”
‘Happiness Bastards,’ the new album by The Black Crowes, is in record stores Friday 3/15. It’s been 15 years since they released their last album, so we’re having a party on Thursday, March 14th at 5 p.m. to celebrate.
Join us for brand new music, giveaways, prizes, and get the album EARLY! Pre-order it now for pick up at the party.
No need to register or reserve a spot. Just show up!
We’re celebrating the release of Bleachers new album ‘Bleachers’ with an in-store listening party on March 2nd at 2 p.m.
Join us as we experience the first listen together and stay for exclusive giveaways + prizes!
This past year, we had to say goodbye to our long-time space in the Historic Lansdowne Theater building. And now that we’re finally settled into our new space at 26 N. Lansdowne Avenue, we must pack up and move the store again!
2024 is going to kick off with renovations, fresh paint, packing and unpacking boxes, and organizing displays in our new space at 19 N. Lansdowne Avenue.
But before we look ahead to 2024, we look back at the fun events we planned and the new music that was released in 2023.
February
Grand Reopening and Ribbon Cutting
We hosted a public ribbon-cutting ceremony with representatives from Lansdowne Borough Council, the Lansdowne Business & Professional Association, the Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation, and special guests to celebrate our new space at 26 N. Lansdowne Avenue.
March
“3 Feet High and Rising” Release
Released on March 3, 1989, “3 Feet High and Rising,” the debut studio album by hip-hop trio De La Soul, was reissued physically on its anniversary.
April
“72 Seasons” Listening Party
We listened to Metallica‘s “72 Seasons” in its entirety and had fun giveaways all while enjoying pizza and beer at our lunchtime listening party.
Record Store Day
The big party of the year featured Record Store Day swag, a performance by Andy Hionides of Three Fourteen, and limited edition, exclusive releases including Taylor Swift‘s “folklore: the long pond studio sessions.”
May
“Kelly Drives”
We put the needle on the record when we taped a segment with Bob Kelly FOX 29 for an episode of “Kelly Drives.”
June
Night Market
Over thirty businesses (including us!) participated in the Lansdowne Business & Professional Association’s Night Market.
Juneteenth Celebration
Customers came out to Lansdowne for a Juneteenth Celebration featuring live music and performances, poets, food trucks, vendors, and more! We celebrated the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop and African American Music Appreciation Month.
“Weathervanes” Release
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit’s album “Weathervanes” was released, and we participated in his indie record store contest in which he gave away autographed electric guitars.
July
“Barbie The Album” and “Starcatcher” Listening Parties
In July, we held not one, but two listening parties! First up was the “Barbie The Album” Listening Party where attendees wore pink and received heart-shaped sunglasses, visors, and posters. Then at our Greta Van Fleet “Starcatcher” Listening Party, attendees received GVF patches, slipmats, and posters and one lucky person won a poster autographed by the band.
August
10th Anniversary Party
In-Store with Low Cut Connie
In August, we celebrated our 10th Anniversary with a week of fun events!
The celebration kicked off with an “Art Dealers” Album Release Party with Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie. Adam performed an intimate in-store set, signed albums and CDs before the official release date, and took pictures with fans.
The week of events continued with Music Trivia Bingo, a Board Game Night, a Bring Your Own Vinyl Listening Party, and concluded with a Kids’ Music Craft.
October
Kids Music Day
We celebrated Kids Music Day during Lansdowne’s Arts on the Avenue Festival. Kids who stopped in created a colorful toilet paper shaker to make music.
“The Greatest Rock And Roll Band You Never Heard Of” Book Tour
Author Marcus Mason and members of Hit The Ground Runnin’ stopped by on their book tour to meet fans and sign copies of the book that tells the story of the ’80s garage band from Delco who regularly appeared on “Dancin’ On Air” and “Dance Party USA” from 1986-1991.
“Danse Macabre” Listening Party
We hosted an exclusive advance listen of Duran Duran’s “Danse Macabre” album with cool giveaways that included posters, slipmats, and stickers.
Project W Mix & Mingle
We hosted a Mix and Mingle for Project W, a women’s giving circle that harnesses the power of collective giving to address the needs of women in Delaware County.
“Hackney Diamonds” Release
October saw the release of The Rolling Stones’ first original studio album since 2005, “Hackney Diamonds.”
“1989” Taylor’s Version Release
“1989” Taylor’s Version featured songs originally on the album plus five unheard vault tracks and unique photos. It was released on special edition vinyl: rose garden pink, aquamarine green, and crystal skies blue.
November
“Higher” Listening Party
Fans stopped in for a lunchtime listening party for the latest Chris Stapleton album, “Higher.”
We held a raffle for some great Stapleton swag and all attendees received a poster!
“Now And Then” Release
Not only did we get new Stones in 2023, but we got new Beatles too!
“Now And Then,” the last song by The Beatles was released as a 12″ version on black vinyl, and a 7″ on black, blue, marble, and clear vinyl. The flip side is their first UK single – “Love Me Do.”
November
Record Store Day Black Friday
Customers shopped our selection of exclusive and limited-edition titles only found at indie record stores!
Book Signing with Author and Photographer Harold Sherrick
Harold sold copies of “A Pig’s Tale,” his book about Pigman, the man behind bootleg records in the 1960s, and his underground record label, Trade Mark of Quality, and copies of “Stolen Moments,” a book of his photography featuring musicians and other notables including Neil Young, Mick Jagger, Sting, Bono, Sheryl Crow, Quincy Jones, David Bowie, Tori Amos, June Carter Cash, John Entwistle, Joe Walsh, Ringo Starr, Ray Charles, John Fogerty, Tom Petty, Chrissie Hynde, Pete Townsend, Stevie Wonder, and others.
Small Business Saturday Sunflower Moon Pop-Up
On Small Business Saturday, we helped promote another small business, Sunflower Moon. The locally- made winter accessories feature Art by Pam.
December
“THE WORLD EP.FIN”: WILL” Listening Party
We hosted an ATEEZ Listening Party with great giveaways and played a fun trivia contest with grand prizes!
Beyond the Bridge: WRTI’s J. Michael Harrison Celebrates 30 Years in Radio
Beyond the Bridge was an evening of reflections and recollections that featured a conversation with acclaimed saxophonist, composer, educator, curator, and entrepreneur Greg Osby. We revisited his influential 1993 release 3-D Lifestyles, enjoyed a special performance by the extraordinary tandem of Bethlehem and Sad Patrick, and included a fun-filled musical journey through 30 signature jazz and hip-hop album releases marking 1993 as a memorable and pivotal year in music in celebration of WRTI’s J. Michael Harrison‘s 30 years in radio.
In 2023, we celebrated the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd‘s “The Dark Side Of The Moon” and “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” by Vince Guaraldi as well as the 30th anniversary of Snoop Dogg’s “Doggystyle” and Brand Nubian’s “In God We Trust.”
We also partnered with Ardmore Music Hall to hold ticket giveaways during the year.
It was a busy year with lots of opportunities to bond with fellow music lovers! We look forward to bringing even more music and arts events to Lansdowne for many years to come and hope to see you at our new store at 19 N. Lansdowne Avenue soon!
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.
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.v
Stop in on Wednesday, July 19th at 5 p.m., to hear Greta Van Fleet‘s newest release, “Starcatcher.”
We’ll be taking pre-orders for the acclaimed rockers’ third album which was produced by Dave Cobb (Chris Stapleton, Brandi Carlile). The album was recorded at RCA Studios in Nashville.
Grammy Award-winning band Greta Van Fleet consists of three brothers – vocalist Josh Kiszka, guitarist Jake Kiszka and bassist/keyboardist Sam Kiszka – as well as drummer Danny Wagner. Together, they have performed across multiple continents, sold over 3. 5 million records and 1 million tickets worldwide.
Listening party attendees will have a chance to pick up some great prizes like slipmats and posters so join us!
On Tuesday, July 18th, join us for a “Barbie The Album” Listening Party at 4 p.m.!
The soundtrack for the movie “Barbie,” in theaters on July 21st, features Billie Eilish, Sam Smith, Nicki Minaj, Haim, Lizzo, and the K-Pop group Fifty Fifty, to name just a few.
We’ll have fun exclusive giveaways like posters and very limited quantities of heart-shaped sunglasses, t-shirts, and visors available ONLY at the listening party! And, we’ll be taking pre-orders for the limited edition CD (the ONLY physical version of the album that includes “Barbie Dreams” by K-Pop artist, FIFTY FIFTY feat. Kaliii) and the exclusive limited edition vinyl version of the release.
Feel free to dress in pink and get in the Barbie spirit!
Lansdowne Juneteenth Celebration – A Day of Jubilee
Swing by Lansdowne’s Borough Green on Saturday June 17th (Rain date June 18th) at 1:30 for a flag raising and keynote speakers. Then from 3 – 7 p.m., enjoy live music, performers, vendors, food trucks, and more at The Landing (30 N. Lansdowne Ave.).
We’ll be celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop with a fun selfie station and promotional giveaways with purchase.
Stroll, shop, and dine at the LBPA Night Market on Friday, June 2nd from 6-10 p.m.!
Vinyl Revival will take 20% off all new and vintage vinyl (including Record Store Day releases). Plus, every hour during the event, we’ll hold a raffle for a FREE Vinyl Revival t-shirt.
Over thirty businesses will participate and some LBPA member businesses will offer sidewalk sales, special in-store discounts, or sips and snacks while shopping.
The event features live music, food trucks, and a beer garden too!
For a full list of businesses and vendors, please visit shoplansdowne.com.
