TAME IMPALA - INNER SPEAKER

Man these guys have had a good run these last couple of years. Their huge selling Self-Titled EP, which topped the Australian independent music chart had huge Triple J radio play, resulting in a spot on 2008 and 2009's Hottest 100. Also having already supported established acts You Am I, The Black Keys, Yeasayer and MGMT, as well as performances at Southbound, Meredith Music Festival, and Falls Festival, and a national headline tour in support of their EP, these guys are completely deserved of the title the 'Next Big Thing'.

Their new album Inner Speaker is released on 21/5/2010 and is gonna be absolutely massive. To pre-order your copy of the album now or get a hold of any other releases click the link HERE. There are also a limited amount of signed copies that we will be receiving so to secure your copy make sure you pre-order!

METALLICA 2010!

I'm sure by now everyone has heard that thrash legends METALLICA are headed back to our shores on the back of their latest album DEATH MAGNETIC. Having not been seen here since 2004's Big Day Out tour, every man and his dog are after tickets to this show.

To coincide with Metallica-Mania, we have a couple of copies of the new live album + DVD titled Orgullo, Pasion y Gloria: Tres Noches en Mexico. Not all stores will be able to get this one, so get in quick if you don't want to miss out! We also have plenty of Metallicas' albums on vinyl (various speeds and masters) as well as CDs, DVDs, shirts and posters!

ONLINE NEWSLETTER

So it's no secret that here at 78s we love music, and we love to talk about music. But it might surprise you to know that we kinda like to write about it too! This comes in quite handy when we compile and send out our monthly on-line newsletter.
Thank you to those who've already signed up, and for those of you who haven't yet, but are interested in indulging our musical ramblings simply click HERE and fill in your details. Happy reading!

Exile Re-issued!

"Exile On Main Street" was mostly recorded at Keith Richards' home in the south of France in 1971. A sprawling double album containing rock n' roll, blues, country, gospel and soul, the guitar interplay between Richards and Mick Taylor was phenomenal. The 'fusion' of sounds and styles produced such gripping moments as "Rocks Off", "Soul Survivor" and "Happy"... Never would the Stones better this album, and never again would the band work with such synergy and cooperation. It was probably the Apex for the Stones, as they never attained these heights again.

The Sleaze factor was high, and yes the drugs did work!
Released to mixed reviews it has, over a period of time, become acclaimed as perhaps one of Rocks' finest albums and its influence is still profoundly enduring.

Last month Exile received the deluxe re-issue treatment, and not only have the recordings been remastered, but 10 previously unreleased songs from the albums' original recording session have also been included in the deluxe 2CD edition.
A must for any fan, the album is on high rotation in store right now, and we've got plenty of copies waiting to slot neatly into the comprehensive back catalogue of Stones albums we're sure you all have at home!

BEATLES REMASTERED BOX SET $299!

We know, we know. Most of you have listened to The Beatles to near insanity. Everyone has been exposed to the English rock band that completely turned the rock world around. However, the listening experience has never been as complete (literally) as this. Not only that, but the original recordings were used to create this box set.It's packed with art work, photos of the band, as well as a DVD of the mini-documentaries of each album. Of course, a lot of work at Abbey Road studios was put into remastering the tracks.

Our Box Sets are retailing for $299 at the moment and would make an ideal Christmas present for almost anyone. While Stocks last.

Proud To Be Independent!

It occurred to us not long ago that this time next year will mark our 40th birthday, and while we will certainly party accordingly when june 2011 comes around, we would like to take this opportunity to wholeheartedly thank our wonderful customers for your continued support. long live indie record stores!

DJ Jazzy Jeff
"The Independent Record Store is the reason why i STILL do music...It seems like they're the only ones that Really care about the real music lovers...we need them...they're our balance to all of the music we are FORCED to listen to...they're the only ones that may still suggest something NEW and FRESH instead of just what's popular."

Nick Hornby, author, High Fidelity, Slam, (among others)
"Yes, yes, I know. It's easier to download music, and probably cheaper. But what's playing on your favourite download store when you walk into it? Nothing, that's what. Who are you going to meet in there? Nobody. Where are the notice boards offering flatshares and vacant slots in bands destined for superstardom? Who's going to tell you to stop listening to that and start listening to this? Go ahead and save yourself a couple of quid. The saving will cost you a career, a set of cool friends, musical taste and, eventually, your soul. Record stores can't save your life. But they can give you a better one."

Adam Franklin (Swervedriver/Magnetic Morning)
"For me and a lot of people music itself is a visual thing, and browsing in a record store can be a multi-sensual experience; not only are you half listening to what's playing over the store's speakers and half earwigging on people's conversations or trying to make out what the girl with the headphones on at the listening post is listening to, but also album and CD sleeves are catching your eye along with the posters on the walls and the books on display. In other words it's a rather more gratifying experience than sitting at home on your computer clicking on the screen. Hey, you might even strike up a conversation with the girl with the headphones on! Support your local Indie Record Store!"

$10 CDs - We're Seriously Serious....

Here at 78s we love a good bargain, and we're sure you do too! Right now we have an incredible range of $10 CDs and the list just keeps on growing!

Just to mention a few, we have the Beach Boys, Big Star, Blink 182, Bon Jovi, David Bowie, Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds, Chemical Brothers, Cream, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Crowded House, the Cure, Daft Punk, Deep Purple, Bob Dylan, Green Day, Iron Maiden, Jethro Tull, Kings Of Leon, Diana Krall, Massive Attack, John Mayall, Joni Mitchell, Moody Blues, Oasis, O Brother, Where Art Thou (soundtrack), Offspring, Placebo, Public Enemy, Queen, Rage Against the Machine, Joe Satriani, the Sleepy Jackson, Elliot Smith, Steely Dan, Rod Stewart, the Strokes, the Velvet Underground, the Who, Neil Young (& Crazy Horse) and two thousand more, all priced at $10 (while stock lasts).

Click here to begin your search. YAY!

Frames! Frames! Frames!

Gone are the days of hiding Blu-Tac marks and paint chips from your rental agent. Frames are the perfect alternative to losing your bond, not to mention the instant gratification of having your favourite band, artist, tour or movie immortalised for all eternity! Renters of WA, get on board! Currently in stock are AC/DC, Bruce Springsteen, Cypress Hill, Nick Cave, Kylie Minogue, Mogwai, Misfits, Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, James Dean, Arctic Monkeys and so many more! Not forgetting our AUTOGRAPHED frames from the likes of Kasey Chambers and Something For Kate with more stock arriving reguarly. Happy Framing!

78'S INSTORE PICTURE GALLERY

Whether it's an international, Australian or local artist, 78 Records always loves a good instore. We've recently had performances from Birds of Tokyo, Behind Crimson Eyes, Little Birdy, Okkervil River, Eskimo Joe, Bob Evans, The Sleepy Jackson and Snowman.

Click on Gallery to check out our photos from all of the above shows plus many, many other past live performances.

LET'S BE FRIENDS

That's right kids, 78 Records has a myspace site!

To become our friend or if you want to leave us a comment click here.

*Please note that myspace is for fun stuff only, so if you have any email enquiries for the shop, please direct them to this email address. YAY!

THE BLUES SECTION FROM HEAVEN

78 Records has always been associated with good blues music. One of the reasons we opened was so that we could import rare blues albums for personal use.

We still carry a huge range of blues music. From the primitive sounds of the 20's, the country blues of the 30's, the early electric sounds of the 40's, the awesome Chess recordings of the 50's through to the twin revivals of country blues and white blues of the 60's. From there the music seemed to go down a myriad of paths, some merging with other musics, all adding to the varied and healthy blues scene we have today.

The pictured CD contains what is arguably the first electric blues release recorded as a complete album, in September 1965. (What were you doing then?) Prior to this, blues albums were simply collections of singles and their B-sides.

This album features Buddy Guy and Junior Wells at their blues peak with incredibly moving playing. A very influential album, it showcases the sparks that fly when Buddy Guy and Junior Wells got together to play their own brand of tight, tough soulful blues music.

To put it simply, "it's a killer".

Remember, if it's blues you want, 78's is where to get it!

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