Analog audiophiles know November 29th, 2019 as Record Store Day Black Friday.  And just in time, good news for a loved Chicagoland record shop:  The Chicago Sun-Times reports that Val’s halla Records in Oak Park has reversed course and will continue to keep its doors open, extending the story on a 47 year legacy of music.  And that’s a good thing.

RSD Black Friday is Christmas come early for fans of vinyl.  And here are just a few of the items you might be able to get your hands on (check with your local shop to see if they will have inventory):

• Albert Hammond Jr. (of The Strokes) – Off Cycle (10″ Vinyl)
• Barns Courtney – Barns Courtney: Live From The Old Nunnery (7″ Vinyl)
• Beck – Uneventful Days (3″ Vinyl)
• Foo Fighters – Big Me (3″ Vinyl)
• Kings Of Leon – Day Old Belgian Blues (12″ Vinyl)
• The National – Live at The Greek Theatre, Berkeley CA (3 X Cassette)
• Pearl Jam – MTV Unplugged (LP)
• Sublime – Roots of Sublime (2 x LP)

Find the entire listing of releases across all genres and stores near you by visiting Record Store Day’s official site.  — [eric]