Record Store Day 2025: Must-See Classic Rock/Pop Albums
Record Store Day 2025 is fast approaching, scheduled for April 12th this year. Music enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the chance to browse their local record stores for exclusive releases. The official list of titles for this year’s event has been available for some time now, with occasional additions following its initial release.
As with previous years, the upcoming releases are categorized into three main groups for collectors to keep in mind:
– RSD Exclusive: These titles are available only at independent record stores, making them highly sought after by collectors.
– RSD First: These titles debut first at independent record stores but may become available at other retailers or online platforms in the future.
– RSD Limited Run/Regional Focus: These releases are either specific to certain regions and stocked at select stores or are produced in limited quantities of 1000 units or fewer, making them rare finds in record stores nationwide.
Now, let’s delve into a selection of titles that we recommend adding to your shopping list for Record Store Day 2025. The complete lineup can be accessed on RecordStoreDay.com, which also provides a list of participating stores for your convenience.
Here are some notable titles to look out for during this year’s event:
– The B-52’s – The B-52’s LP Picture Disc (RSD Exclusive – Limited to 3500 units)
– David Bowie – “Ready, Set, Go! (Live, Riverside Studios ’03)” 2LP (RSD Exclusive – Limited to 6400 units) and CD (RSD Exclusive – Limited to 3000 units)
– Elvis Costello – “Kings of America Live At The Royal Albert Hall” 2LP (RSD Exclusive – Limited to 2000 units)
– The Cure – “The Head on the Door” LP Picture Disc (RSD Exclusive – Limited to 8250 units)
– Dokken – “Beast From the East (Live)” 2LP (RSD Exclusive – Limited to 1500 units)
– The Doors – “Strange Days 1967 – A Work in Progress” LP (RSD Exclusive – Limited to 7500 units)
– Duran Duran – “Danse Macabre De Luxe (Bonus Tracks)” LP (RSD Exclusive – Limited to 2700 units)
– Neil Finn – “Sessions At West 54th Street” 2LP (RSD Exclusive – Limited to 2000 units)
– Fleetwood Mac – Fleetwood Mac LP Picture Disc (RSD Exclusive – Limited to 6475 units)
– Peter Gabriel – “OVO” 2LP (RSD First – Limited to 3000 units)
– Jerry Garcia Band – “Don’t Let Go: Orpheum Theatre, San Francisco – May 21, 1976” 4LP (RSD First – Limited to 4000 units)
– David Gilmour – “Between Two Points” 12″ Vinyl (RSD Exclusive – Limited to 4000 units)
– Grateful Dead – “On a Back Porch Vol 1” LP (RSD Exclusive – Limited to 40 units)
These are just a few of the exciting titles slated for release on Record Store Day 2025. With a diverse range of artists and genres represented, there’s something for every music enthusiast to enjoy at this year’s event. Don’t miss your chance to add these exclusive releases to your collection and celebrate the magic of physical music media in the digital age.