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Thank You for Supporting Simply Vinyl Records. There are certain milestones in business that genuinely mean something. We started Simply Vinyl Records after an afternoon listening to records at a friend's house, which led to a chance encounter with DJ and Radio Broadcaster, John Osbourne, which started our store... Today, we are incredibly proud to share that Simply Vinyl Records has reached 10,000 positive reviews on Discogs. For an independent record business built aro

This week we were privileged to be invited to purchase a collection of LPs and singles from a collection in Surrey. Within the 7-inch records were a large number of Stax soul singles, remaining in great condition since being purchased in 1967. Founded by siblings and business partners Jim Stewart and Estelle Axton (STewart/AXton - STAX), at a time when racial segregation was at its height in Memphis and Southern America, Stax records brought together black and white musicia

Selling a record collection can feel overwhelming — especially if you’ve inherited it or you’re not sure what it’s worth. My job is to make the process clear, fair, and straightforward. Here’s exactly how I assess a collection. I Look at the Collection as a Whole I don’t price records randomly or make quick assumptions. I assess: The genres (rock, jazz, soul, classical, etc.) The era (60s–80s pressings often differ in value) Original pressings vs reissues Overall demand in

We have just taken delivery of the first release in the 2026 Classic Vinyl Reissue series from Note records (for our collection and listening). Art Blakey & the Jazz Messengers - Free for All reissue sounds superb, with a driving performance from Art Blakey behind the sextet. The series pulls together some of the great bop of the 1960s. A fresh round of classic jazz vinyl reissues from artists likes, Joe Henderson, Hank Mobley and Kenny Burrell has been released, with dat

This week we had the privilege of visiting Bill Stevens, drummer from the 1960s Rhythm and Blues Band 'Herbie Goins and the Night Timers' who wanted to sell on his beloved Jazz collection. Bill played with the great Jazz and R n B musicians of the 1960s, and a regular musician at The Flamingo and Ronnie Scotts Jazz club. It was great to listen to his stories and the Jazz greats he had played with in bands. Real jazz musicians selling their record collections on for others t

Some lovely pieces of reggae & rocksteady in with us at the moment A client contacted wanting to sell their collection, including some lovely soul, reggae and disco.. A nice US copy of Absolutely the Uniques (1974) - a group who over a period spanning less than two years, recorded some of the most popular and enduring music ever to see issue in Jamaica. Comprising Keith 'Slim' Smith, Lloyd 'Charmers' Tyrell, and Martin 'Jimmy' Riley there source material was deeply rooted i

A client contacted us @simplyvinylrecords wanting to sell their 80s - 90s electronic/house/hip hop collection....Always lovely to find near perfect condition Electro Albums. A great series which was first released on 23rd October 1983 as Electro 1. Mixed by Herbie. Distributed by PRT records. Staple purchases for UK B Boys on their journey into hip hop. Still sounds fresh today. Electro 1, 2 and 6 available for sale in our Discogs store. Click on our website below: https://ww

The Beatles debut album with the more collectible and rare Dick James Credits. On Gold Parlophone Label which was discontinued around May 1963 and replaced with the yellow Parlophone Label. Recorded in 9hrs and 45 mins, it remains one of the best records ever. A lovely Mono copy which although has light marks across it, plays lovely, and sounds awesome. For sale in our online Discogs store which can be found through our website below: https://www.simplyvinylrecords.co.uk/ #th

There are a number of cleaning solutions and products to use to keep records in tip top condition, ranging from expensive ultrasonic and vacuum record cleaning machines to isopropyl alcohol based cleaning fluids. At Simply Vinyl Records , we follow some simple, easy steps, which you can do, to keep your records looking and sounding great. Follow this steps to keep your records clean Handle records on the edges and avoid touching the playing surface. Use a dry carbon fibre

Just picked up a large collection of 60s/70s and 80s singles from an Ex DJ who contacted us to sell their old records....great to go through and find the hits! The vintage Cantrell and Cochrane boxes are great ! Good for lemonade bottles and even better for 45s.... Many of these records for sale on our online store. Click on the wesbite below: https://www.simplyvinylrecords.co.uk/ #secondhandvinylrecords #discogs #45rpm #instavinyl #diggininthecrates

RIP...saddened to hear of the passing of legendary Rhythm & Blues guitarist Steve Cropper. His sound was key to the Memphis soul sound from Stax records and regarded as on of the greats! Thanks for the music. #stevecropper🎸 #stevecropper #bookertandthemgs #stax #otisredding #rhythmandblues #memphissoul #soulmusic 8 w

All records are collectible though some are sometimes more unusual than others. Recently a client contacted me wishing to sell their record collection. A large collection with a mixture of pop, rock, folk and heavy metal. We visited and talked through the collection, appraising and discussing the artists and records. Within the collection a few records stood out. Not regularly seen a handful of Nova Series records in well stored and near perfect condition. The Nova series w

A common question we get asked by clients and customers is 'What is the best way to store my record collection?' Follow these tips to keep your record collection in tip top condition: Store records in a vertical and upright position and avoid laying them flat. Use appropriate storage boxes or shelving. Avoid compressing the records together too tightly when stored. Avoid direct sunlight, heat and dampness to prevent them from fading, warping and mould. Use a well ventilated

Rarely does buying a record collection involve just a record collection. They often turn out to be more than that. A few weeks ago a customer contacted us via our website as they wanted to sell their vinyl record collection and were keen to find the right future home for their records. After forwarding home details, the next day we visited them to view, and make an offer. Within their home was a lovingly curated and stored Rockabilly and Rock n Roll Collection. A reflection