The Civic Center is located at 857 Main Street, Gardendale AL 35071
Showing posts with label vinyl. Show all posts
Showing posts with label vinyl. Show all posts
Friday, June 26, 2015
August 15 and 16 Birmingham Record Collectors Record Show & Concert
The Civic Center is located at 857 Main Street, Gardendale AL 35071
Monday, February 23, 2015
MARCH 6 & 7 2015 ARCA’S THIRTY-FOURTH ANNUAL CD & RECORD SHOW
ARCA’S THIRTY-FOURTH ANNUAL
CD & RECORD SHOW
BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA
The
Original Birmingham Area Show!
(Since 1982)
Friday, March 6, 2015
Admission: $3.00
(Kids Under 12 – Free)
Friday, March 6, 2015
4:00 pm ‘til 9:00 pm
(Early Birds: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm - $10)
Saturday, March 7, 2015
9:00 am ‘til 5:00 pm
(Special guests to be announced)
Bessemer
Civic Center
East Meeting Room
Bessemer, AL
Take exit
#108 off of I 59 in Bessemer, turn left on US 11
Admission: $3.00
(Kids Under 12 – Free)
Special 2-day Admission - $5.00
More info:
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
Birmingham Record Show August 16 & 17!
The South's Largest Show featuring records and CDs of every genre, every decade! Presented by the Birmingham Record Collectors.
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Crazy Date Crazy Teens Auction Norton Records Benefit
SILENT AUCTION BENEFIT FOR NORTON RECORDS
(VICTIMS OF HURRICANE SANDY)SILENT AUCTION FOR SIGNED DAVE REYNOLDS PHOTO AND SIGNED NORTON "CRAZY DATE" 45 OPEN TO BIDS WORLDWIDE FROM 12PM CST DECEMBER 11 to 12 PM CST DECEMBER 18.
FINAL WINNING BID is $235. Congratulations to the winner, thank you to everyone who participated!!
To bid email with the following: your name, bid amount, email address and mailing address, (see bottom of the page for full terms).
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| Dave Reynolds photo by Susan Reynolds |
Dave penned the cult classic rock n' roll song, “Crazy Date” with his sister. The original 45 is insanely rare, recorded at the Scott Recording Laboratory near the Tuscaloosa Airport in 1959.
As they have done for so much other great but hard to find music over their 26 year history, Norton Records reissued “Crazy Date” and helped to get the song into record collections of fans all over the world. Their existing stock of these 45s was damaged, and the sleeves destroyed.
As they have done for so much other great but hard to find music over their 26 year history, Norton Records reissued “Crazy Date” and helped to get the song into record collections of fans all over the world. Their existing stock of these 45s was damaged, and the sleeves destroyed.
Dave and Susan Reynolds have generously made this possible as a benefit for Norton Records. The photo of Dave is included to verify that he did indeed sign the photo and record.
Dave does not normally do signings, and no future ones are planned, so this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to help Norton Records, and receive a priceless, autographed photo of Dave Reynolds and the Crazy Teens AND autographed copy of the Norton "Crazy Date" 45.
The 8 1/2 x 11 inch photo is a genuine silver gelatin reprint of high resolution scans of photos from Dave Reynolds' personal collection, signed by him. The 45 is a Norton Records split single with "Crazy Date" by the Crazy Teens on one side and "The Walk" by the Volk Brothers on the other side. The record is in near mint condition with minor sleeve scuffing and the sleeve has slight shelf wear.
Click on the photos below to enlarge them.
By bidding in this auction you are agreeing to the following terms:
- Bidding opens Tuesday, December 11 at 12:00 PM Central Standard Time. The auction ends on Tuesday, December 18 at 12:00 PM Central Standard Time. No bids will be considered after 12:00 PM December 18. Winning bidder will be notified no later than December 19, the package will be mailed as soon as possible after payment has been received.
- To bid email with the following: your name, bid amount, email address and mailing address.
- Minimum bid is $25
- Bidding is not incremental – meaning the amount you bid is the amount you will pay if you are the highest bidder.
- You are welcome to bid as many times as you want until the auction end time at 12PM CST on Tuesday December 18th.
- High bid will be posted as close to 12 PM each day as possible, so check this page for updates.
- This page may be updated or revised during the auction period.
- Winning bid and shipping charges must be paid in US Dollars via Paypal.
- Shipping charges will be added to the winning bid as follows:
- USA Winner adds $5.90 for USPS Priority shipping, $5.75 First-Class International to Canada and $11.60 First-Class International everywhere else. ITALIAN BIDDERS: Shipping to Italy requires Express Mail for $40.00. Shipping to Italy is EMS-only for $40.00.
- INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: If the package is valued at $50.00 or more, or if you are in any country in Africa/China/Southeast Asia, the package must be sent First-Class International ($11.60) AND registered for an additional $11.99. If the package is valued at $100.00 or more, then it must be shipped Express Mail for $40.00. Shipping to Italy is EMS only.
- Please be advised that full value will be declared on all customs forms - to declare a lower value or declare a package as a "gift" as this is illegal with severe penalties. Customers are responsible for any taxes or tariffs levied upon their purchase by their local customs office and are not included in the shipping charge.
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO NORTON RECORDS
Special thanks to Lars Espensen, George Hadjidakas, Dave and Susan Reynolds and Lori Watts.
Special thanks to Lars Espensen, George Hadjidakas, Dave and Susan Reynolds and Lori Watts.
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Here's a great Kickstarter project by Alabamian Jason Worley. It's a vinyl compilation featuring some of the most primitive Garage Rock & Roll, the wildest reverb drenched Surf riffs, and the fastest frantic Punk songs coming out of Alabama right now!
These bands are keeping the flame of the venerable musical traditions of the blues, old time and rock and roll.
He's going to press as many records as you make possible, and give those not pre-sold to the bands. Free. So they can sell them. For 100% profit. That's right. Your money is going directly to provide killer bands with killer merch. Merch they can sell to put gas in their tank. Merch they can use to book shows. Merch that will raise awareness as far as these comps travel!
For a little as $5 donation you can vote for a band you think should be included in the compilation. Check out the project page for the complete dope.
These bands are keeping the flame of the venerable musical traditions of the blues, old time and rock and roll.
He's going to press as many records as you make possible, and give those not pre-sold to the bands. Free. So they can sell them. For 100% profit. That's right. Your money is going directly to provide killer bands with killer merch. Merch they can sell to put gas in their tank. Merch they can use to book shows. Merch that will raise awareness as far as these comps travel!
For a little as $5 donation you can vote for a band you think should be included in the compilation. Check out the project page for the complete dope.
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Record Stores Are Returning to Alabama
Way back in the 1990s I predicted that digital music would turn out to be a fad and that people who truly love music would eventually return to buying vinyl. I was sort of right. I don't think digital music will be going away at this point but I am happy to see that the other part of my prediction is coming true. For me, CDs and downloads are handy for checking out historical collections and identifying songs I really like. I will then go out and try to get a vinyl copy to actually listen to. It seems that more and more people feel the same way.
Over the past several years there have been plenty of news stories about the vinyl resurgence. And while many independent labels never stopped releasing vinyl, major labels who had abandoned the format are now pressing limited vinyl releases as well.
Record collectors, who have remained somewhat of a counter culture constant for the past 60 years or so have become the main movers behind vinyl's resurgence. Many have formed collector clubs that host record shows and share their musical obsessions through radio shows, fanzines and blogs.
Collector labels like Sundazed and Norton among many others, have reissued rarities and made a huge catalog of vinyl available for those who don't have the luck, commitment or funds to get original copies.
Sadly, many independent record stores were not able to make it through the dark days when practically everyone carted their vinyl collection out to the trash. Many who did survive have struggled but the tide is finally turning in their favor.
Since 2007, we have Record Store Day, an annual event designed to celebrate independent record stores with limited edition vinyl releases of all kinds. And a whole new generation of USB turntables make it easy to create personal digital versions from vinyl to email to friends or play on that morning jog with the iPod.
Another funny thing is happening - people are actually opening new record stores and two have appeared in Alabama this year. Again collectors are at the forefront of this trend. In April, vinyl collector Keith Glass opened Mobile Records at 140-B S. Sage Avenue in Mobile.
On Monday, July 2nd Jack Wilson and Ray Edwards will be opening their store Birmingham Records at 1103 Main Street in Gardendale. At 8:30 that morning there will be a grand opening complete with refreshments and the Mayor of Gardendale officiating at the ribbon cutting. So get there early to enjoy a doughnut and the ribbon cutting before you go shopping for some groovy treasures.
Over the past several years there have been plenty of news stories about the vinyl resurgence. And while many independent labels never stopped releasing vinyl, major labels who had abandoned the format are now pressing limited vinyl releases as well.
Collector labels like Sundazed and Norton among many others, have reissued rarities and made a huge catalog of vinyl available for those who don't have the luck, commitment or funds to get original copies.
Sadly, many independent record stores were not able to make it through the dark days when practically everyone carted their vinyl collection out to the trash. Many who did survive have struggled but the tide is finally turning in their favor.
Since 2007, we have Record Store Day, an annual event designed to celebrate independent record stores with limited edition vinyl releases of all kinds. And a whole new generation of USB turntables make it easy to create personal digital versions from vinyl to email to friends or play on that morning jog with the iPod.
Another funny thing is happening - people are actually opening new record stores and two have appeared in Alabama this year. Again collectors are at the forefront of this trend. In April, vinyl collector Keith Glass opened Mobile Records at 140-B S. Sage Avenue in Mobile.
On Monday, July 2nd Jack Wilson and Ray Edwards will be opening their store Birmingham Records at 1103 Main Street in Gardendale. At 8:30 that morning there will be a grand opening complete with refreshments and the Mayor of Gardendale officiating at the ribbon cutting. So get there early to enjoy a doughnut and the ribbon cutting before you go shopping for some groovy treasures.
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Birmingham Record Collectors Record Show
It's nearly that time again. This is one of the best record shows going and it happens in every August in Birmingham. LPs, 45s galore and some 78s as well as CD collections on ACE and other labels. Also a great opportunity to guzzle some of Birmingham's own extremely delicious Buffalo Rock ginger ale.
Date/Time: Saturday, August 20, 2011 (9AM-5PM) and Sunday, August 21, 2011 (10AM-4PM)
Location: The Cedars Club, 301 Green Springs Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205
Admission: $3.00
Date/Time: Saturday, August 20, 2011 (9AM-5PM) and Sunday, August 21, 2011 (10AM-4PM)
Location: The Cedars Club, 301 Green Springs Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205
Admission: $3.00
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