This weekend will see the highly-anticipated return of Record Store Day - an annual event held every April to celebrate the cultural significance of the independently owned record store.
The international event brings together fans, artists and thousands of record shops around the world, including more than 260 shops in the UK.
More often than not, the day sees vinyl lovers and long-time collectors queueing for hours outside Manchester’s impressive roster of record shops, to bag themselves records pressed specifically for the occasion.
Keep reading for a brief guide to Record Store Day and how to pick up the exclusive releases. READ MORE: Why we must 'fiercely protect our Mancunian soundtrack' as Manchester's live music impact is revealed At its core, Record Store Day is a celebration of the record store and its cultural impact.
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