Australian Independent Record Stores Highlighted for Record Store Day

On the third Saturday of April, Record Store Day is recognized worldwide, highlighting independent music shops throughout Australia. In Melbourne/Naarm, Poison City Records merges skateboard merchandise with vinyl selections. Sydney/Warrane's Red Rye Records, which has been in business for over 40 years, claims to be the largest physical music store in Australia, featuring extensive collections of artists from Australia and New Zealand. Rocking Horse Records in Brisbane/Magandjin has been a staple for five decades, hosting live events. Clarity Records in Adelaide/Tarntanya operates as both a label and a retail outlet, recently expanding and organizing the free annual A Day Of Clarity festival. Landspeed Records in Canberra/Ngambri and Ngunawal Country was recognized as Australia’s best record store last year by themusic.com.au. Tommy Gun Records in Hobart/Nipaluna offers a variety of vinyl, while Midland Records in Perth/Boorloo showcases retro decor. Air Raid Records in Darwin/Garramilla is the Northern Territory's sole dedicated music store, providing audio gear and event space. Additionally, the article, in collaboration with UNiDAYS, highlights a 15% discount on frankie magazine subscriptions for students.