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Colored Vinyl

Hi-Fi Hits record store celebrates the history of colored vinyl and its ongoing resurgence in popularity. From the early days of manufacturing in a variety of colors to today’s special releases, the vibrant hues make music listening an aesthetically pleasing experience.

The first colored vinyl record was produced in the late 1950s by RCA Victor in an effort to attract more attention with their albums. Instead of traditional black, the records were created with a red-coated vinyl material, which was both eye-catching and unique at the time. After seeing great success with this initial launch, other music labels followed suit and soon it became a common practice for records to be released in different colors.

These days colored vinyl is considered quite rare and sought after, as production costs are much higher than traditional black records. Special releases often feature vibrant hues that evoke feelings of nostalgia from collectors and make them highly desirable. Many of the world’s most expensive colored vinyls have been sold for figures well over $1000 USD, making them coveted items amongst serious music buffs.

Colored vinyl certainly has its place within today’s music industry, especially when it comes to special editions or exclusive releases from artists. Its history has endured for decades and shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon!

Here at Hi-Fi Hits record store, we’re passionate about preserving the colorful history of vinyl and keeping it alive in modern times. Come join us as we celebrate this unique form of art and relive the rich legacy that colored vinyl has brought to generations past and present!

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Record Store Day

Hi-Fi Hits is excited to announce that Record Store Day is coming up this Saturday, the 22nd! Record Store Day started in 2007 as a way of celebrating the unique culture surrounding independent record stores. It’s been going strong for over a decade now and it’s only getting bigger and better every year.

The purpose of Record Store Day is to recognize the importance of independent record stores like Hi-Fi Hits in Buffalo and to celebrate the shared love of music between fans and store owners alike. The event also serves to raise awareness about physical media (records, CDs, etc.) and how they offer an experience that digital downloads simply can’t provide.

This year, Hi-Fi Hits will be offering some exclusive Record Store Day releases. Everyone from music fanatics to casual listeners can find something to love in the selection of records available. But don’t wait too long – these special release albums are highly sought after and tend to go fast! We suggest planning ahead and getting here early so you don’t miss out on your favorite record.

At Hi-Fi Hits, we strive to provide a unique and enjoyable shopping experience for everyone who comes through our doors, especially during Record Store Day. So come on down this Saturday and join us in celebrating independent music culture!

We look forward to seeing you!

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Record Store Day Countdown | 4 Days Left

Record Store day is so so close now! Only 4 days to go! A Record Store Day exclusive that many are looking forward is The Midnight’s “Red, White & Bruised”.

The Midnight Live’s vinyl release of “Red, White and Bruised” is the band’s debut live album. It includes some of their most popular songs from their 2022 US tour, such as “Sunset”, “Days of Thunder” and “Deep Blue” – tracks that skillfully combine Americana with synthpop and rock elements. Following the huge success of their European leg of the tour, which included a sold-out show at London’s Brixton Academy in May 2022, this special edition vinyl is being issued in limited numbers – with each package containing one of three colors randomly (Blue, Red or “Natural” Clear). The iridescent gatefold packaging also features a MirriBoard hologram effect and a poster insert.

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Record Store Day Countdown | 5 Days Left

ONLY 5 DAYS LEFT!! We’ve got a real special one for y’all today with The Verve Pipe’s “Villains” which is getting the ‘RSD First’ Exclusive Release special treatment as well with a specialty cyan colored vinyl.

The Verve Pipe’s album Villains is a powerful and thought-provoking collection of songs that captures the essence of alternative rock in the late 90s. Released in 1997, this 11 track album introduces the band to a mainstream audience with emotionally complex and melodic anthems like “The Freshmen,” “Photograph,” and “Myself.” With their distinct style of guitar-driven rock, The Verve Pipe created an album that was both critically acclaimed and commercially successful.

And nearly three decades later, the momentum is still alive. The Verve Pipe impressively pulls in over half a million monthly listeners on Spotify, while the official video for “The Freshmen” has surpassed 25 million views on YouTube. “The Freshmen” has even seen another resurgence in 2023 thanks to a viral TikTok trend.

The Verve Pipe founding member and vocalist Brian Vander Ark comments on the release; “As a child of the ’70s, there was no greater thrill than tearing through a new album’s shrink wrap, looking at the artwork and wondering if there would be photos, printed lyrics, or both. I’m thrilled that there is interest in that format again and that our album, Villains, is being released on vinyl.”

Long-time Verve Pipe manager Doug Buttleman adds; “Villains was always meant to be on vinyl. From the moment they finished recording and the album was mastered, the band has always wanted it available on the same classic format they knew so well and loved. Thanks to Ryan and Wargod, it’s finally happening. It’s been a long wait, but hearing it now, well worth it.”

Remastered for vinyl, Villains will finally offer Verve Pipe fans the chance to hear the seminal album in analog form. The original artwork has been carefully restored for the format by long-time Verve Pipe art collaborator Cris Logan.