April 19, 2024

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CD Central on South Limestone is one of three stores participating in Record Store Day. | Photo by LEXtoday

Hey y’all, it’s City Editor Aayat. After years of working behind the counter at CD Central, I’m here to give our newbie and veteran audiophiles the scoop on all things Record Store Day (RSD), which takes place tomorrow, April 20.

Whether you’re eyeing the Olivia Rodrigo/Noah Kahan covers, or the kitschy three-inch Beatles turntable, there’s likely something for all music fans.

What is Record Store Day?

RSD occurs two times a year: Once in the spring and again on Black Friday. Both times, musicians release limited copies of specific albums on vinyl. While some prints may get re-released in the future, once they’re gone, they’re gone.

If you’re perusing the list, you’ll notice three different release types:

RSD Exclusive: Records only available at indie retailers
RSD First: Records first available on RSD, but may be released online and in stores in the future
RSD Limited Run/Regional Focus: Rare, very limited releases

The inside of a record store with a sign that says "Support Your Local Independent Music Store." — Record Store Day includes exclusive releases from a variety of artists. | Photo by LEXtoday

Shop local

In Lexington, we have three stores that participate in RSD:

CD Central, 377 S. Limestone | First come, first served
POPS Resale, 1423 Leestown Rd. | Slots for early entry are filled, opens to the public at 12 p.m.
The Album, 371 S. Limestone | First come, first served

Be sure to check out each store’s social media pages to stay up-to-date on any RSD-related news.

Aayat’s pro tips

Vinyl collectors are among the most dedicated, so my first tip is to have an idea of what you want before entering the record store.

Second, long lines are inevitable (I’ve seen people camp out with sleeping bags in the wee hours of the morning), so I also recommend grabbing your favorite breakfast + coffee and dress appropriately for the weather.

Lastly, remember that just because it’s on the RSD list, does not guarantee a store will have received it. This event is fun, but competitive, and stores cannot promise that they will have a copy of each release. Be patient, and call your friendly record store clerk so they can give you an idea of what to expect.

Happy collecting.

Events

Friday, April 19

Institute 193 Opening Reception | Friday, April 19 | 6-8 p.m. | Institute 193, 215 N. Limestone, Lexington | Free | See the opening of Mary T. Smith’s “Mississippi Metal On Highway 51" and Robert Oglander’s “Busy Every Day” art exhibits.
Brew & Groove: Caribbean Night | Friday, April 19 | 8-11 p.m. | Blue Stallion Brewing Company, 610 W. 3rd St., Lexington | Free | Sip local brews while you move and groove to free dance lessons from The Salsa Center.

Saturday, April 20

Cannabuzz’s One-Year Anniversary Celebration | Saturday, April 20 | 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | Cannabuzz Bar & Dispensary, 938 Manchester St., Lexington | Free | Celebrate the first anniversary of this dispensary + bar with live music, vendors, food trucks, trivia, and infused drinks.
OMAGE to Mad Hatter | Saturday, April 20 | 7-11 p.m. | The Apiary, 218 Jefferson St., Lexington | $155 | Get curiouser and curiouser at this peculiar cocktail soiree featuring bites + drinks inspired by Alice’s adventures.

Sunday, April 21

Beginner Birding | Sunday, April 21 | 3-4 p.m. | McConnell Springs Park, 416 Rebmann Ln., Lexington | Free | Enjoy a guided walk through the park to learn the basics of birding, from using binoculars to identifying common birds — registration is required.
Certified Bourbon Steward Class | Sunday, April 21 | 3:30-7 p.m. | Barrel House Distilling Co., 1200 Manchester St., Lexington | $172.57 | Let the crew at Lexington Bourbon Academy help expand your knowledge of the distilling process + become a Certified Bourbon Steward.

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News Notes

Sports

Reed Sheppard has officially entered the NBA draft. The Kentucky-born guard was named the SEC player of the year and is ranked the No. 7 prospect in ESPN’s draft projections. Good luck with everything, Reed. (ESPN)

Health

Lexington-Fayette County Health Department and the Lexington Community Health Improvement Partnership want to hear from you. Take a survey about mental health in LEX, so the organizations can work toward addressing factors that may hinder well-being. The survey closes on Wednesday, May 1.

Traffic

After several weather delays, Gainesway Drive and Greentree Road are now being prepped for sanitary sewer construction. Starting Monday, April 22, the intersection will be closed and is expected to reopen on Wednesday, May 1. See detours.

Opening

Tomorrow, a center focused on providing resources for children with autism + their caretakers, will open at 2464 Fortune Dr., Ste. 195. BlueSprig uses applied behavior analysis therapy to guide children as they adopt important life and social skills in a safe, structured environment.

Job

Lexington’s next Expungement Clinic and career fair will take place at Central Bank Center on Tuesday, April 30, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Here, people with misdemeanors can explore the possibility of expungement, as well as network and interview with local professionals. Registration is open.

Listen

Tune in to 107.9 The Beat this Sunday at 1:30 p.m. to hear Devine Carama’s new tune, produced by Black Metaphor + mixed by Finis White. Southern Middle, Tates Creek Middle, and Tates Creek High School students are invited to remix the track for a chance to win $1,000.

Pets

Are you interested in adding a furry friend to your home? The Lexington Humane Society is hosting a Foster Care Meet + Greet tomorrow, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., at Feeders Pet Supply, 3101 Richmond Rd. Here, Here, you can inquire about adoption and foster care, or simply give the pooches some extra love.

Community

Looking to declutter, Lex? UKFCU is partnering with Greenway Shredding and Recycling to offer a safe, secure, and convenient way to shred + recycle your documents. Head to the UKFCU Reynolds Rd. Branch (370 Meijer Way) for Shred Day on Saturday, April 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (yes, that’s tomorrow).*

Drink

An energy drink you actually want to drink. GORGIE has 150 mg of green tea caffeine plus the benefits of L-Theanine, biotin, B6 and B12.*

Arts

✍️ Shall we compare thee to a poet?

A poem by Frank X Walker titled "Ode to the East End" on the side of a building.

Metaphors be with you. | Photo by LEXtoday

This month, we ran a poetry contest to celebrate National Poetry Month. We challenged our readers to craft a poem using only the words that appeared in one of our newsletters (here are the original contest guidelines if you want to give it a try).

While prose is our newsletter’s bread and butter, it turns out that you all certainly aren’t op-prose-d to verse; we received several creative, intriguing, and beautiful poems that we narrowed down to our top four finalists.

Hit the button below to read them, then vote on your favorite + we’ll announce the winner next week.

“A Native Lexingtonian Star Comes Home” by Aaliyah E.
“Approaching Summer” by Lindsey A.
“Dressmaker’s Forecast” by Lauren C.
“Circadian Rhythm” by Katie M.

Read their poems

Asked

Which poem do you think should be crowned the winner?

A. “A Native Lexingtonian Star Comes Home” by Aaliyah E.
B. “Approaching Summer” by Lindsey A.
C. “Dressmaker’s Forecast” by Lauren C.
D. “Circadian Rhythm” by Katie M.

Cast your vote

The Buy

Biz that gives back. Check out these brands that are committed to sustainability and giving back to the environment to celebrate Earth Day.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Aayat

From the editor

Fellow collectors — what are you trying to snag? Let me know. I’ve got my eye on “Re: This is Why” by Paramore.

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