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National Record Store Day 2026 Celebrates Vinyl with 380 Exclusive Releases

4/18/2026

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National Record Store Day 2026 is set for April 18, with over 380 exclusive vinyl releases across 3,000+ independent record stores worldwide.
Releases include Pink Floyd's 'Live From the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975,' and music by Violet Grohl and Charli XCX.
Special events include live performances at Rough Trade Records in New York.
Despite higher vinyl costs versus streaming, collectors support artists and local shops, underscoring the day’s importance.

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Story summary

National Record Store Day 2026 is set for April 18, with over 380 exclusive vinyl releases across 3,000+ independent record stores worldwide.
Releases include Pink Floyd's 'Live From the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975,' and music by Violet Grohl and Charli XCX.
Special events include live performances at Rough Trade Records in New York.
Despite higher vinyl costs versus streaming, collectors support artists and local shops, underscoring the day’s importance.