Indie Music Universe

Hey, we gotta show the independent record stores some love too!  Go out and support one of them on the second annual Record Store Day, which takes place on April 18th.

Although the rise of eCommerce and the growing popularity of digital downloads have put many independent "mom and pop" record stores out of business, not all is lost.

For years, Independent record stores have been a friendly outlet for local music acts to sell their recordings and promote their shows.  Yes, many of these stores have permanently shut their doors, but there is still a remnant out there catering to those music buffs that still like to collect physical product for nostalgic value — and quite simply for the fun of it. 

And don’t forget about vinyl.  These grooved discs are making a big comeback as their sales have picked up significantly.  Sure, you can purchase hard-to-find LPs easily online, but nothing beats the thrill of getting your fingers a little dusty and finding a gem at the record shop.

The best news here is that record labels and artists will be out at many outlets with in-store performances and unique pieces of product.  Over 1000 stores worldwide are expected to participate.

For more insight and information, check out the excellent piece written by Greg Kot of the Chicago Tribune at: http://leisureblogs.chicagotribune.com/turn_it_up/2009/04/record-store-day-celebrates-renewed-vitality-of-indie-outlets.html

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Going to be in the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area this weekend?  You may want to head on over to the Paid Dues Independent Hip Hop Festival on Saturday, March 28th at the National Orange Show Event Center if you’re a hip hop fan.

Paid Dues is a new urban event presented by Murs 3:16 in association with Guerilla Union. There’s a vibrant rap scene with advanced lyricism, stinging political commentary and quality DJ performances that continues to flourish in a seemingly parallel universe, largely shunned by the mainstream media.

Paid Dues allows artists ample time to play full live sets. Usually, artists will only have enough time to play a few songs at your favorite radio stations’ music festival or Summer Jam. Paid Dues allows its artists/bands to play all their favorite songs and even some new material. There will be some awesome groundbreaking music at this year’s show. There will be no "short" sets.

Here’s the lineup for the ‘09 festival:

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