Ducktails – Flower Lane (Domino)

New album from the increasingly less solo endeavor of Matt Mondanile (guitarist from Real Estate). The Flower Lane was recorded and mixed over the summer of 2012 with Al Carlson (Peaking Lights, Oneohtrix Point Never) and includes contributions from members of Big Troubles, Oneohtrix Point Never, Ford + Lopatin, Real Estate and Cults.

Local Natives – Hummingbird (French Kiss)

Available in Regular and Deluxe editions. Deluxe comes with bonus tracks, printed inner sleeves and two fold-out posters in a die-cut slipcase. Shining opener “You & I” is the album’s calling card, bathing synthetic drums in warm organs and surfy guitars, and the band’s signature sky-high harmonies.

Ben Harper with Charlie Musselwhite – Get Up! (Stax)

Ben Harper has teamed with renowned harmonica master Charlie Musselwhite to create a piercing song-cycle of struggle and heart.

Other Releases for January 29th:

•Amor De Dias – The House At Sea CD/LP+MP3 (Merge)
•Bleeding Rainbow – Yeah Right CD/LP (Kanine)
•Buke & Gase – General Dome CD/LP (Brassland)
•Eric Burdon – ‘Til Your River Runs Dry CD/LP (ABKCO)
•Cult Of Luna – Vertikal CD (Density/Workhorse)
•Ducktails – The Flower Lane CD/LP (Domino)
•Fiction Family – Fiction Family Reunion CD (Rock Ridge)
•Fleetwood Mac – Rumors [Expanded Edition] 3xCD/4xCD+DVD+LP (WB)
•Adam Green/Binki Shapiro – Adam Green/Binki Shapiro CD (Rounder)
•Ben Harper With Charlie Musselwhite – Get Up! CD/CD+DVD/LP (Stax)
•Hey Ocean! – Is CD (Nettwerk)
•Indians – Somewhere Else CD/LP (4AD)
•Local Natives – Hummingbird CD/LP (Frenchkiss)
•Lost Animal – Lost Tropical CD/LP (Hardly Art)
•Mice Parade – Candela CD/LP (Fat Cat)
•Ruby Suns – Christopher CD/LP+MP3 (Sub Pop)
•Sweet Apple – Wish You Could Stay A Little Longer b/w Traffic 7” (Outer Battery)
•Tall Firs – Out Of It And Into It CD/LP+MP3 (Frenchkiss)
•Tegan & Sarah – Heartthrob CD/LP+CD (WB)
•Tomahawk – Oddfellows CD/LP (Ipecac)

Not many shows again this week but here are two that you’ll want to check out!

•Dumb Easies @ Culture Clash Records, Saturday, February 2nd
•Jack & the Bear @ Ottawa Tavern, Saturday, February 2nd

Foxygen – We Are the 21st Century Ambassadors of Peace & Magic (Jagjaguwar)

A precocious and cocksure joyride across California psychedelia with a burning, bursting punk
rock engine.

The Holydrug Couple – Noctuary (Sacred Bones)

While Awe and their Ancient Land EP had a bluesier, woodsy sound, Noctuary plays out like a slow-motion ‘60s beach party dream that you never want to wake from.

Föllakzoid - II (Sacred Bones)

Föllakzoid began in Santiago, Chile from what they describe as the result of “a product of a trance experience between friends, sort of a soul abduction in which they’ve been living since 2008.” This is one of the finest kraut-rock records in years. For fans of Moon Duo, Psychic Ills,
Silver Apples.

Mountains – Centralia (Thrill Jockey)

Centralia is defined by slow builds, subtle transformations and textures, and melodic lines that
evolve in a variety of ways to create grand soundscapes and acutely detailed compositions.

Other Releases for January 22nd:

•Arbouretum – Coming Out Of The Fog CD/LP+MP3 (Thrill Jockey)
•A$AP Rocky – Long.Live.A$AP 2xLP (RCA)
•At The Drive In – Vaya [Reisue/1999] 10” (Fearless)
•Bad Religion – True North CD/LP (Epitaph)
•Bell Gardens – Full Sundown Assembly CD/LP (Southern)
•Big Harp – Chain Letters CD/LP+CD (Saddle Creek)
•Brokeback – Brokeback And The Black Rock CD/LP+MP3 (Thrill Jockey)
•Tyler Bryant And The Shakedown – Wild Child CD/LP (Carved)
•Camper Van Beethoven – La Costa Perdida CD (Savoy)
•Chris Darrow – Artist Proof CD/LP+CD (Drag City)
•Deftones – Koi No Yokan LP (Reprise)
•Ex Cops – True Hallucinations CD/LP (Other Music)
•Fidlar – Fidlar CD (Mom + Pop)
•Föllakzoid – II CD/LP (Sacred Bones)
•Foxygen – We Are The 21st Century Ambassadors Of Peace & Magic CD/LP (Jagjaguwar)
•Max Gomez – Rule The World CD (New West)
•Guided By Voices – Down By The Racetrack CDEP/7” (GBV Inc.)
•Petra Haden – Petra Goes To The Movies CD/LP (Anti)
•Ben Harper And Charlie Musselwhite – Get Up! LP (Stax/Concord)
•The Holydrug Couple – Noctuary CD/LP (Sacred Bones)
•The Joy Formidable – Wolf’s Law CD/LP (Atlantic)
•The Lone Bellow – The Lone Bellow CD (Descendent)
•Men – Electric b/w Water Babies 7” (Sacred Bones)
•Mountains – Centralia CD/2xLP+MP3 (Thrill Jockey)
•Nightlands – Oak Island CD/LP (Secretly Canadian)
•Night Marchers – Allez Allez CD/LP (Swami)
•Nosaj Thing – Home CD/LP (Innovative Leisure)
•Pillowfight – Pillowfight CD/LP (Bulk Recordings)
•Jon Porras – Orilla Oscura LP (Immune)
•Ra Ra Riot – Beta Love CD/LP (Barsuk)
•Alasdair Roberts & Friends – A Wonder Working Stone CD/LP+CD (Drag City)
•Ty Segall & Mikal Cronin – Reverse Shark Attack CD/LP+MP3 (In The Red)
•Stereolab – Emperor Tomato Ketchup [Reissue/1996] 2xLP (1972)
•Stereolab – Dots And Loops [Reissue/1997] 2xLP (1972)
•Toro Y Moi – Anything In Return CD/LP (Carpark)
•The Traditional Fools – The Traditional Fools CD/LP+MP3 (In The Red)
•Voivod – Target Earth CD (Century Media)
•The Walkmen – Bows And Arrows [Reissue/2004] LP (WB)
•Widowspeak – Almanac CD/LP (Captured Tracks)

Nikko NA-790 Integrated Amplifier

This integrated amplifier is a hidden gem. 55 watts per channel isn’t going to blow the doors down but it delivers some very clean sound without distorting at the high ends.

Not a ton of shows happening this week in Toledo but here are a couple that will be worth getting out into the cold weather for!

•The Toasters @ Mickey Finns, Wednesday, January 23rd
•Easy Action @ Mickey Finns, Saturday, January 26th
•Ana Popovic @ B Gumps, Monday, January 28th

 Christopher Owens – Lysandre (Fat Possum)

Solo debut album from the former Girls frontman. The record takes on the narrative of “a coming of age story,   a road trip, a love story following Owens from San Francisco to New York to France, where he falls in love with a girl named Lysandre.

Yo La Tengo – Fade (Matador)

Recorded with John McEntire at Soma Studios in Chicago, Fade recalls the sonic innovation of career high points like 1997′s I Can Hear The Heart Beating As One and 2000′s And Then Nothing Turned Itself Inside Out. Vinyl version includes a bonus 7″ of Todd Rundgren and Times New Viking covers.

A$AP Rocky – Long.Live.A$AP (RCA)

New album from the rising rapper features guest appearances by Schoolboy Q, Santigold, Joey Bada$$, Yelawolf, Danny Brown, Action Bronson and Big K.R.I.T. A$AP Rocky takes the reins as producer and co-producer on several tracks along with Danger Mouse, Jim Jonsin, Rico Love, Clams Casino, Skrillex, Hit-Boy and more. “BNM [8.5]” – Pitchfork. Vinyl version due January 22.

Other Releases for January 15th:

•J.J. Cale – In Session At Paradise Studios CD+DVD (Ingrooves)
•Holopaw – Academy Songs 1 CD/LP (Misra)
•The National – The Virginia EP LP (Beggars Banquet)
•Pantha Du Prince/The Bell Laboratory – Elements Of Light CD (Matador)
•Parquet Courts – Light Up Gold CD/LP (What’s Your Rupture?)
•Various Artists – West Of Memphis: Voices For Justice CD (Sony Legacy)

 Boston Acoustic A60 Bookshelf Speakers

New to the floor this week are these Boston Acoustic A60 bookshelf speakers. Don’t be fooled by these   speakers small footprint as they pack a lot of sound. These speakers were used in the store for years and were  just recently completely refinished!

Lastly, there are some great shows happening around town this week! Here are a couple shows happening around town this week, and as always, we carry tickets for just about anything you’d wanna see in Toledo!

•Unsinkable Molly Brown @ the Ottawa Tavern, Friday, January 18th
•Dumb Easies @ Mickey Finns, Friday, January 18th
•B. Wills @ Frankies, Friday, January 18th
•Phantasmagoria @ the Ottawa Tavern, Saturday, January 19th
•Black Mask @ Frankies, Saturday, January 19th
•Chris Webby @ Frankies, Sunday, January 20th

Ah, Black Friday. Even if you’re averse to the crowds and the crazy, there is a great place to go shopping on that day after Thanksgiving, and it’s your friendly neighborhood store. We think that there are terrific things, treasures even, at record stores every day and we’re just upping the ante a little bit on Black Friday with some limited edition vinyl, CDs, DVDs, box sets, and this year even a box of trading cards. Things you can ONLY get at a record store, and some things you can get FIRST at a record store. Things that are perfect to give/get this holiday season, EVEN if you’re doing that shopping for yourself.


Click here to find the list of special releases you can find at record stores on Black Friday, in a handy PDF Wishlist Form (feel free to print out and give to everyone who might be buying things for you), and a page with artwork and more detail on each piece. And make your plans now to spend some quality time with us this holiday season. 


downloadable pdf | view list on RSD website

Better yet, stop in to our Dinosaur Jr listening party Monday Sept 17 at 6:00 and get 10 extra entries. A  autographed test press of Dinosaur Jr? Come on, this is some manna from rock heaven.

It can be yours and it’s almost too easy. Just leave a comment on this post and you’re entered (one comment per person). We’re also giving you a chance for extra credit! You can enter at the Dinosaur Jr listening party, Sept 17, @ 6:00 for an additional 10 chances. If you share the post you’ll get a 5 extra entries. Good luck friends!

Wow, we’re got another great one. Yeasayer’s new LP, Fragrant World, is out, Aug 21, and we have you covered in a big way. The CD & limited edition blue vinyl is in stock along with a free glow in the dark 7″ single with purchase (while supplies last) and Tuesday, Aug 21, @ 6:00 we’re giving you a chance to preview it at our Yeasayer listening party. Get it cheaper than cheap this Tuesday from 6 – 7:00 !

It doesn’t stop there! You can win a super rare test press copy!!

It can be yours and it’s almost too easy. Just leave a comment on this post and you’re entered (one comment per person). We’re also giving you a chance for extra credit! You can enter at the listening party Aug 21 @ 6:00 for an additional 10 chances. You can buy the LP or CD for an additional 15 chances and / or share this post for an additional 5 entries (“like” us first). Deadline is August 28 @ 5:00.Winner picked through random.org. Good luck friends!

It is our pleasure to present, from Nashville, It is our pleasure to present, from Nashville, Kiernan McMullan. Long a traveler, a road troubadour, Kiernan is stopping by to give us a Saturday afternoon delight.

“His music is an amalgamation of a variety of genres and styles, including alternative rock, folk, hip hop and electronic music with elements of singer/songwriter and spoken word poetry incorporated to great effect. His newest release, the excellent Two Years, builds upon the expanse of these influences while also managing to rear in his sound to keep the album from sounding like a group of loose threads.” . Long a traveler, a road troubadour, Kiernan is stopping by to give us a Saturday afternoon delight.

“His music is an amalgamation of a variety of genres and styles, including alternative rock, folk, hip hop and electronic music with elements of singer/songwriter and spoken word poetry incorporated to great effect. His newest release, the excellent Two Years, builds upon the expanse of these influences while also managing to rear in his sound to keep the album from sounding like a group of loose threads.”

Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band live at Culture Clash Records August 14 @ 6:00
Join us as Reverend Peyton and family throw down at the Clash! Rev’s new album “Between the Ditches” just hit the streets and he’s stopping by a select few record stores and showing us what he hath wrought.

Roaring out of the southern Indiana foothills comes Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band playing a brand of Americana and Blues that stands alone – Delta blues and hillbilly fervor combine with musical acuity sharp as razor wire – best know, this trio is a force to be reckoned with. The growl of a good truc
k engine, the fiercest passion for his country home and family and an uncanny ability to breathe new life into old forms of music give them a pedigree many Americana acts would kill for and an ironclad work ethic keeps them on the road 250 dates a year, playing for the people with hurricane force. Locked in with an audience, the band create their own community and welcome the crowd into it, transporting them away from their troubles to joyous release.

We’ve been on fire with the contests lately and there is no slowing down in sight. We just gave away the very limited Beach House Bloom album on glow in the dark vinyl, limited to just 200 copies. How could we have an even MORE desirable contest you ask? How about a test pressing of the new Tallest Man on Earth album There Is No Leaving Now! Only 25 stores in the country were lucky enough to receive one and we got one here! How can you have a chance to win you ask?

All you have to do is come into the store and pick up a copy of the new Tallest Man on Earth on either CD or LP. With your purchase you’ll be entered in the contest to win the test pressing. You’ll also receive a free copy of the single from Tallest Man on Earth, 1904 with the exclusive b-side, Cycles! We’ll be ending the contest and choosing a winner on Tuesday, June 19th, so you have one week to get down here! Good luck!

1) King Tuff – Bad Thing (off their new album, King Tuff)

King Tuff took us by surprise years ago with their debut, Is Dead, and they haven’t slowed down since. Fantastic pop hooks that catch you immediately and some of that noisy garage rock that we all love around here. For fans of Ty Segall, Mikal Cronin and Jay Reatard!

2) Fran Capitanelli – My Favorite Jeans (off his album, Kave Talk)

While including this title does go a bit against the title new release playlist, this album has been played non-stop in here for the last six or so months. An absolutely fantastic rock album that brings to mind 70′s power pop and even newer bands like the Secret Machines. Incredibly strong songwriting and guitar chops that are undeniable. Absolutely essential Summer listening!

3) Sun Kil Moon – Sunshine in Chicago (off his album, Among the Leaves)

Mark Kozelek is back again with a new album. Gone are the eight minute long songs and he’s now tapping into a more light-hearted side of songwriting, with even a mix of humor in some of the songs. This album does follow in the footsteps of his last album, Admiral Fell Promises, in that it’s a solo effort with no backing musicians. Wonderful rainy day album.

4) Lemonade – Neptune (off their new album, Diver)

Not only do we have a band with quite possibly the most refreshing name, we also have some top notch Summer tunes! Bringing to mind El Guincho, Toro Y Moi, and Washed Out, Lemonade’s songs bring forth more of a throwback R&B feel.

5) Broken Water – Underground (off their new album, Tempest)

Admittedly, we knew nothing of Broken Water until this album. We hadn’t read much press, hadn’t heard a tune, and went into it with completely fresh ears. That combination made for one of the most pleasant surprises in awhile. Their noisy nature will certainly bring comparisons to My Bloody Valentine but fans of Sonic Youth are the ones that should take note.

6) Marissa Nadler – The Wrecking Ball Company (off her new album, The Sister)

Marissa has been a store favorite ever since her album, Ballads of Living and Dying, got the reissue treatment by Mexican Summer. That album completely floored us and she hasn’t slowed down since. As a matter of fact, this might be her best album since Ballads… came out in 2004. Hushed folk that will be in right up your alley if you got the last Meg Baird album.

7) The Walkmen – Heaven (off their new album, Heaven)

Here’s the thing: So long as you aren’t buying an album of the Walkmen covering Harry Nilsson’s Pussy Cats, you aren’t going to be disappointed. That doesn’t change with the new album Heaven. Absolute indie-rock bliss.

8) Sigur Rós – Ekki Múkk (off their new album, Valtari)

Sigur Rós are a whole different sort of bliss. If you aren’t familiar with this Icelandic four piece, it might be next to impossible to describe their sound without listening. Their stretch of albums from 2000 – 2005 are still considered some of the best albums of this young century. Their concerts have been compared to religious experiences. Their new album does nothing to dispel the notion that they have been one of the best bands of the past 15 years.