From R&B, jazz, punk to K-pop and Chinese classics, we've rounded up the best places in the city to get your next piece of vinyl
Vinyl is undergoing a revival. Just like analogue photography, vintage pocket watches and vintage cars making a comeback, music is no exception. There's something deeply nostalgic about slipping on a record to listen to music––the vintage feel, and perhaps the longing for a piece of the old days, makes music lovers and hipsters alike clamour to get their hands on vinyl records.
With contemporary artists like award-winning singer-songwriter, Billie Eilish and Korean superstars, BTS combining forces with vinyl-era legends like The Beatles and Queen to release their music in analogue format, vinyl is here to stay.
Despite a number of bigger music stores closing in the city, you'll be pleased to know that independent stores are still keeping the music scene alive. Whether you're planning to hop on the bandwagon of this resurgence, are on the hunt for your next vinyl, or just digging for some artsy inspiration––we've listed the best records stores in Hong Kong for you to visit.
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1. Rock Gallery Record
If you're looking to support the independent music scene then Rock Gallery Record will be right up your alley. This record store has been bringing music from the US, UK, South Korea, China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong since 1984. They have a full selection of almost any genre you could think of including rock & roll, jazz, Canto-pop, K-pop, and Chinese classical music. Also part of their collection are American, British, Japanese, and Chinese movies and TV shows. Stocking up on newly released vinyl records, you'll be sure to get your hands on what's hot these days.
Shop 202, 2/F, Tai Yau Plaza, 181 Johnston Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, +852 2572 9630; rockgallery.com.hk
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