15th Annual Record Show Is Also A Fundraiser For Radio
Prepare for the 15th Annual Record Show for a local High School radio program 88.1 The Park. The Canton Michigan radio station is at Salem High School. Owned & operated by the Plymouth-Canton Community Schools. The 15th Annual Record Show will be on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at the Salem High School Cafeteria 10 am-4 pm.
What’s Special About This Record Show?
According to their website, thousands of vinyl records, CDs, import-only releases, t-shirts, posters, and other collectibles will be on display. The show will feature special giveaways and door prizes in addition to a wide variety of vendors. Last year’s show set a record attendance of over 700 people.
Anuya Shetty, Program Director for 88.1 the Park says about the show according to the press release says, “We strive to make the record show an experience for music fans of all ages to enjoy. No matter how long you’ve been collecting vinyl, you can support your local radio station while finding the perfect item to add to your collection.”
My Own Collection Has Benefited From This Show
The Band DOKKEN and a rare live cd of music from a Japan Show called One Live Night
Collector of vinyl this show from my experience I found some incredible records. Hard to find Marvin Gaye’s Live album, some great Beatles 45s, and a rare Dokken Japan import CD called, “One Live Night.” The variety of music and artists is all over the map. From April Wine to Zebra and everything in between.
Admission And Location Of The Record Show
Admission to the 881 the Park Record Show, during normal show hours, is $5. Collectors looking to get an early start to their shopping can gain early admission between 9:00 and 10:00 a.m. for $10. Students at Canton, Plymouth, and Salem High Schools will receive free admission with a student ID.
Salem High School is located at 46181 Joy Road in Canton Michigan (corner of Joy and Canton Center). The Salem High School Cafeteria is located on the first floor, just inside the main entrance to the school.
15th annual 88.1 Record Show on Saturday, February 17, 2024.
More Info On The 15th Annual Record Show Visit The School Radio Stations Website By Clicking Here
5 Michigan Record stores we wish were still around
5 Michigan Record stores we wish were still around.
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In the 70s and 80s and before the big box stores took over. Record stores were everywhere in every city. Didn’t have to go far to find the latest cassette from Joe Walsh or the latest Aerosmith release on vinyl. In the early days if you wanted your favorite 45 records, cassette, vinyl, or 8-track you could find it all in one place. Don’t forget some stores double as ticket centers for concert venues. Remember CTC outlets? Printing out tickets to a Cellar Door or Brass Ring concert events.
When I was young picking up my favorite 45 records meant going to K-Mart or Korvetts. Sometimes even the upstairs department of a local Sears store. Going to a place that sold your favorite music was good for the soul. You could spend hours going up and down rows of albums. A good place to meet up with friends and share a common bond of music.
Loved to see what the record company did to promote their artist with displays that were out of this world. I remember the band, Electric Light Orchestra. a cardboard display of the album, Out of the Blue. Giant spaceship with bright lights and colors. You always thought it would be cool to take it home possibly and put it in your room. Stores would always try to outdo one another to have the best display around.
Now a list of record stores that played a big part in my childhood. Hopefully will bring back a memory or two.
5 Michigan Record stores we wish were still around
