28th February, London: Record shops of the UK and beyond are gearing up to deliver the biggest vinyl party of the year on Saturday 13th April.
Hundreds of artists have come together to support independent record shops and create one-off, exclusive vinyl releases especially for Record Store Day. Fans have been waiting in anticipation to see what will feature on 2019’s list.
And you can now view all RSD releases here – with a round-up of highlights listed overleaf.
Artists such as The Rolling Stones, IDLES, Aretha Franklin and Iggy Pop have all produced special records which will only available from participating shops. A number of artists are also offering fans an opportunity to get their hands-on brand-new music including The Flaming Lips, Julien Baker and Courtney Barnett.
Iggy Pop, who also celebrates his birthday on RSD this year, said “In my life, music has been a balm for loneliness. It was in the cheap ass little record store that I found a way to connect with other people. I was 18. It was a theater, a glimpse at the world of commerce, and a cultural library; and my experiences as a teenage clerk were full of humor, and curiously warm. The modern approach, which is fine, still needs nourishment from this template. Everywhere on earth I go, there are freaks minding a record store. It's a good hang - daylight vs. dimly lit, clear eyed vs. stoned, and social vs. savage. So that's why I like 'em.”
The list of releases is being celebrated at a launch party in London on Thursday as long-time record shop supporters Frank Carter & the Rattlesnakes play an intimate set to kick off the RSD countdown.
Speaking of the importance of record stores Frank Carter said “Independent record stores have always been a safe haven for music freaks, fans and aficionados. In an age where the world is turning digital and the very physical nature of product is disappearing into pixels before our very eyes, it has never been a more important time to get out and support the very place that provides more than just a song”.
They provide knowledge, experience, vibe, community and passion in ways that the digital realm can only try to replicate. While it’s a great thing to have a world of music at your fingertips, it’s a beautiful experience to be surrounded by it, to pick it up, to lose yourself in the artwork and the lyrics and most importantly to talk to other people about why music is important to you. If digital is the future musical religion, then independent record stores will always be the cathedral, and only the purest followers worship at the cathedral.”
Lots more record shops around the country will be keeping their doors open late on the 28th and inviting customers in to take a first look at the list. A full events guide can be found here: https://recordstoreday.co.uk/events/
More shops taking part than ever before
Independent record shops continue to enjoy a resurgence as 250 are now signed up to take part in this year’s celebrations. That’s the largest number in RSD’s 12-year history.
Ashlie Green, manager of David’s Music in Letchworth said “RSD remains such a special day for all of us independent retailers, big and small. It’s not only an opportunity for new music lovers to come through our door but it’s also a great opportunity to celebrate our favourite music with our loyal customers. There may be testing times ahead for independent retailers which is why events like RSD, which champions bricks and mortar shops all over the country, is more important than ever”
Hundreds of shops will host free in store performances, mini festivals and DJ offs all over the country, a list of which can be found on the RSD website closer to the day itself.
Record Store Day Unsigned Returns
This year also marks one year since Record Store Day and our Official Manufacturing Partner Sound Performance launched its first Unsigned Competition. The competition was open to all artists from the unsigned community offering one act the opportunity to win 500 copies of their music pressed to vinyl and distributed to UK indies by Proper Music.
And we’re very excited to reveal that the winning artist, Barbudo, who were chosen by DIY Mag, Tim Burgess (The Charlatans), Sister Ray and Sound Performance will have their debut album available to buy on the shelves of record shops from tomorrow (Friday 1st March).
Steve Courtnell owner of Portsmouth’s Pie & Vinyl described the album as “Dangerous and smooth. Hazy and sad. Barbudo are like watching Curtis Mayfield, Ariel Pink and Connan Mockasin get it on…”
The RSD Unsigned Competition is open once again. Artists can apply here: https://www.soundperformance.co.uk/rsdunsigned
UK Ambassador
Finally, if that all wasn’t exciting enough... Hold tight as we’ll soon be proudly announcing 2019’s official UK ambassador(s) to the world.
ENDS
Contact: Megan Page: 0207 440 1596 / megan@eraltd.org
About Record Store Day
Record Store Day is the one day of the year when over 200 independent record shops all across the UK come together to celebrate their unique culture. Special vinyl releases are made exclusively for the day and many shops and cities host artist performances and events to mark the occasion. Thousands more shops celebrate the day around the globe in what’s become one of the biggest annual events on the music calendar.
The beauty of the Record Store Day list is that no matter your music taste, there is something special on there for everyone.
Below is round-up of highlights but we hope you look forward to getting to stuck into the full list here
Artist |
Title |
Label |
Format |
Details |
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Aidan Moffat and RM Hubbert |
What The Night Bestows US |
Rock Action Records |
LP |
Recorded live in November 2018 on a 5-date tour of England, the album features new and intimate stripped-back arrangements of album tracks as Aidan & Hubby are joined for the first time by violinist and vocalist Jenny Reeve. It also includes completely reworked versions of Party On and Wolves of the Wood, the latter being a particular highlight for the band. Ashlie from David’s Music said: “Already a tried and tested combo, after their incredible Christmas album I’m definitely up for hearing more of what they can create together, recorded while they toured together late last year.” |
Anderson .Paak |
Bubblin' |
Aftermath/12 Tone Music, LLC |
7" |
First time on vinyl for these two tracks --- Bubblin' was previously available digitally. Tony from Vinyl Tap says “Anderson Paak's last 2 albums 'Malibu' and new album 'Oxnard' are frankly works of genius. This 7" release for RSD sees previously digital only release 'Bubblin' released on vinyl for the very first time, a great track that deserves a vinyl release of its own and is sure to be popular amongst RSD customers in 2019.” |
Art Brut X We Are Scientists |
WASABI |
Alcopop! Records |
12" LP |
Back in 2006 Art Brut and We Are Scientists recorded a split 7" together to celebrate a joint US tour, and now - on the er… all important 13th anniversary of it, the two indie juggernauts are back to do something even more awesome for Record Store Day. Named WASABI (We Are Scientists Art Brut International), this tremendous 12" is a living example of how much fun one can have with a record. |
Bastille |
Other People's Heartache |
Virgin EMI |
12” |
Exclusive limited-edition vinyl release of the 4th instalment of Bastille’s Other People’s Heartache mixtape series. The mixtape features covers of hits by: Cat Stevens, SFA and Charles and Eddie. Guests include: Craig David, Jacob Banks, Moss Kenna, Lily Moore and many others. Available as a 12” clear vinyl in a PVC sleeve. JT at Banquet Records says “As we await album number three, here’s a stop gap we haven’t seen on vinyl before as Dan puts his DIY covers mixtape onto vinyl” |
Blossoms |
Cool Like You |
Virgin EMI |
LP Set |
In support of Record Store Day 2019, Blossoms release new track ‘I’ve Seen The Future’ alongside their critically acclaimed second album ‘Cool Like You’. The second LP on this limited edition exclusive double vinyl features a range of live covers taking straight from Blossoms’ BBC Sessions, including a cover of The Stone Roses – ‘She Bangs The Drums’, and John Lennon’s classic ‘Woman’ |
Courtney Barnett |
Everybody Here Hates You |
Marathon Artists |
12" |
This is a brand new track from Courtney that is an exclusive release for RSD with a track released last year 'Small Talk' as the B Side. The artwork is hand illustrated by Courtney herself. |
Darrell Banks |
Open The Door To Your Heart (Vocal & Instrumental) |
Revilot Records |
7" |
Often quoted as being one of the greatest Soul records of all-time, "Open The Door To Your Heart" was Darrell Bank's first release and biggest hit. A one-off UK issue copy on London Records recently sold for a huge £14,543 in 2014 and is testament to the quality of the song and recording. Here, for the first time ever, is the previously unissued instrumental version by the Funk Brothers - the Solid Hitbound musicians including Rudy Robinson, Uriel Jones, Eddie Willis, Bob Babbit and Dennis Coffey. This work of art will be reissued on the original Revilot label. |
David Bowie |
Pin Ups |
Parlophone |
1LP Picture Disc |
1LP picture disc of the 1973 album Pin Ups. 1 LP picture disc of Bowie’s 1973 covers album PinUps, influenced by the band’s and songs David was listening to and admiring in the 60’s. The reverse of this iconic cover on picture disc features a Mick Rock treatment of a Pin Ups era session shot. |
Editors / Blanck Mass |
The Blanck Mass Sessions |
Play It Again Sam |
LP |
Exclusive upfront limited colour vinyl release. The original Blanck Mass productions of tracks from the Violence album plus one unreleased song. |
Erykah Badu & Jame Poyser |
Tempted |
Yep Roc |
7" |
Erykah Badu and James Poyser have teamed up to take the classic track down a totally new route, turning it into a soulful, raw performance with Miss Badus vocals shining through, bringing a brand new light to the song. Produced and engineered by Squeeze aficionado Steve Mandel, the track features an incredible crewing of backing musicians, ranging from Thundercat to Derrick Hodge and Ali Jackson.. |
Fatboy Slim |
Right Here Right Now |
Skint |
12" yellow vinyl, die-cut sleeve |
20 years since its first release, ‘Right Here Right Now’ has long graced the dance floors and festival fields of the world. This iconic anthem has been reworked and sampled by many over the years and this Record Store Day exclusive release pays tribute to the original and the best of the remixes, featuring the hugely successful CamelPhat remix from 2018. Fatboy Slim aka Norman Cook stepped back into the studio to produce a new track inspired by this chart hit and you can hear the track for the first time on this 12”. Featuring a die cut sleeve and bright yellow vinyl – this is a dance lovers’ essential! |
Flaming Lips, The |
King's Mouth |
Bella Union |
Gold LP |
180g gold vinyl. Artwork by George Salisbury. King’s Mouth contains twelve new original Flaming Lips compositions as well as album narration by Mick Jones (The Clash). The record is based on Wayne Coyne’s immersive art installation of the same name - which has seen its psychedelic visuals and soundscapes exhibited in museums all around the U.S. Phil from Sister Ray says “Flaming Lips have made an album! Great. Its got Mick Jones on it!! Double great.” |
Honeyblood |
The Third Degree / She's A Nightmare |
Marathon Artists |
12" |
The Third Degree / She's A Nightmare' is a double A side 12" single - the 2 tracks are the lead singles from Honeyblood's upcoming third album, 'In Plain Sight'. Tony from Vinyl Tap says “It's sure to wet the whistles of all Honeyblood's vinyl loving fans who can't wait for the album to arrive. The record has a unique sleeve, with a different cover on each side, one for each song, and is illustrated by longtime collaborator Chrysa Koukour.” |
IDLES |
MEAT EP / META EP |
Balley Records |
12" |
This vinyl release of both MEAT EP & META EP is the first time it has been released on vinyl. It is also the first time META EP has been released in any physical format. This will only be released for RSD and will not be repressed. It will be on white coloured vinyl. No download code. Remixes are by David Pajo (SLINT, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah's) Thom (Alt J), Pete Robertson (The Vaccines) & Sly One. Tony from Vinyl Tap says “Pretty much the biggest name on the indie rock scene, IDLES need no introduction. Before the Meat EP came out though their sound was very different, and it is this EP that moved them towards the sound we have become familiar with. Meta is a remixed version of Meat and this RSD19 ONLY release will be the first time on vinyl for either EP and will be released on white vinyl.... this will be a popular one this year for sure!” |
Iggy Pop |
The Villagers / Pain & Suffering |
Caroline International |
7"Single (coloured vinyl) |
Dark green 7” - the first time ‘Pain & Suffering’ has been on vinyl. Numbered. |
Janis Joplin |
Live At Woodstock Sunday August 17, 1969 |
CMG / Legacy |
LP Vinyl |
Already a tremendous star, 1969 was a year of change for Janis Joplin. Her legendary performance at Woodstock came just weeks before the release of her first solo album, I Got Dem Ol’ Kozmic Blues Again Mama! Both that record and this live set, available on vinyl for the first time, pointed to the new, exciting direction her music would take and helped define an incredible moment in music history. |
Julien Baker |
Red Door |
Matador Records |
7" |
On the heels of her triumphant Matador debut Turn Out the Lights and the critically acclaimed collaborative EP boygenius, JulienBaker returns with her first new solo recordings in 18 months, “Red Door” b/w “Conversation Piece,” available exclusively for Record Store Day 2019. The 7” features the first studio recording of a fan favorite “Red Door”, previously only heard live, and a previously unreleased cut begun during the Turn Out the Lights sessions, “Conversation Piece.” JT at Banquet Records says “Straddles the line between indie and emo. Beautiful songs deserve a 7” outing” |
Madness |
One Step Beyond |
BMG |
Shaped picture disc single |
To celebrate their “XL” year, the band are reissuing their first Top 10 hit, ‘One Step Beyond’. As well as the original 7” single and 2009 remastered version of the album track, this release also contains both the Italian and the Spanish version of the song. The single is presented as a very special, limited-edition shaped picture disc with the A side image of the band performing their iconic “Nutty Train” dance. JT at Banquet Records says “What’s not to like about this song? 40 years on, it gets a special re-do, on a shaped picture disc.” |
Mighty Boosh |
The Complete Radio Series |
Demon Records |
3LP |
Exclusively for Record Store Day 2019 Demon Records goes on a journey through time and space to the world of the Mighty Boosh. This is the first time the series appears on vinyl and presents the surreal world of the Zooniverse on 3 pieces of spectacular splattered coloured 180g vinyl. Ashlie from David’s Music said “Noel and Julian are rock stars, so it seems fitting that this come out for RSD. With original art work from Noel Fielding and liner notes from Julian Barrett, I’m so excited this will get renewed attention, because it’s flipping hilarious.” |
My Chemical Romance |
The Black Parade Is Dead! |
WB |
2LP |
2 x 140g 12" Black vinyl album for RSD 2019, Live in Mexico previously unreleased on vinyl. JT at Banquet Records says “When I was. A Young Boy. My Father. Took Me Into The City. To queue on Record Store Day” |
Olafur Arnalds |
Re:member & String Quartets |
Mercury KX |
2LP |
Special Limited Edition of re:member - There are many elements that make this new exclusive edition of remember so special. Starting with the five different bespoke artworks – shipped at random across the globe – and including brand new never-heard-before recordings of Olafur’s incredible string quartet on a beautiful 7” LP. All of it inserted in a shiny PVC sleeve and available exclusively on this physical edition. This will truly be a collector’s item – try and find all 5 around the world! |
OST - Lost in Translation |
Lost in Translation |
Rhino |
Violet Color Vinyl |
Soundtrack to the 2003 Academy Award nominated film. Features songs by My Bloody Valentine, Air, and The Jesus and Mary Chain. On Rolling Stone’s Greatest Soundtracks of All Time list. Ashlie from David’s Music says “An iconic film with an iconic soundtrack to match, it’s been unavailable on vinyl for a long time, this will make a lot of people very happy!” |
Our Girl |
Live at St Pancras Old Church |
Cannibal Hymns 2 |
12" CLEAR |
Limited Live recording exclusive to RSD on clear vinyl. Ashlie from David’s Music says “Our Girl are a band we’ve been following for a while at David’s Music, their debut ‘Stranger Today’ was one of our albums of the year last year, and I’m keen to hear how their sound translates to a live setting.” |
Peter Doherty & The Puta Madres |
Who’s Been Having You Over / Paradise Is Under Your Nose |
Strap Originals |
7" |
2000 only worldwide on pink vinyl. Who’s Been Having You Over is the first single from Peter Doherty, The Libertines and Babyshambles new band, The Puta Madres. Paradise Is Under Your Nose will be the second single. This special RSD release brings both digital only singles together. These mixes are exclusive to this RSD release and won’t be on vinyl again. |
Pinkfong |
Baby Shark |
SmartStudy Co, Distributed by Relentless Records |
7" Picture Disc |
Baby Shark has been a culture zeitgeist moment of the last 6 months and we want to mark its momentous impact on culture with a special release on vinyl |
Prince |
The Versace Experience |
CMG / Legacy |
Cassette |
In anticipation of the release of The Gold Experience, the first album credited to his infamously unpronounceable symbol, Prince issued The Versace Experience as a gift to attendees of the designer’s collection at Fashion Week in Paris during the summer of 1995. The cassette, which featured remixed versions of future favourites “P. Control,” “Gold” and “Eye Hate U” as well as rare and commercially unreleased selections by The New Power Generation and Prince’s jazz-fusion project Madhouse, remains one of the rarest Prince releases of all time—until now, when it will be recreated exclusively for Record Store Day 2019. |
Procol Harum / The Move |
Fly Records @ The BBC: Morning Dew |
Fly / Bucks |
7" Split |
Exclusive limited edition 7” featuring both group’s 1967 versions of ‘Morning Dew’ is being released for RSD 2019 on opaque white vinyl and housed in a picture sleeve celebrating the two groups joint launch for their respective debut albums in 1967. Ashlie from David’s Music says “Both bands take on Bonnie Dobson’s folk hit 'Morning Dew' adding their own unique spin on it - recorded for the BBCs Easybeat in 1967, out for the first time side by side on opaque white vinyl in a picture sleeve. This is the way to reissue music for Record Store Day!” |
Rolling Stones, The |
She's A Rainbow (Live) |
Polydor |
10" exclusive coloured vinyl |
The Rolling Stones release a very rare pressing of "She's A Rainbow" (Live) at U ARENA, PARIS 25/10/17. |
Sam Fender |
Play God |
Polydor |
7" single |
BRITS Critics Choice winner Sam Fender releases a special RSD exclusive 7" single with his most recent single 'Play God' and a live recording of 'Hyper Sonic Missiles' from his 2018 London headline show. |
Santigold |
I Don't Want: The Gold Fire Sessions |
Downtown Records / AWAL |
LP |
Santigold has announced the exclusive release of her summer-inspired spontaneous mixtape-style project, ‘I Don’t Want: The Gold Fire Sessions’ for Record Store Day 2019 via Downtown Records/AWAL. Available physically for the first time on limited coloured vinyl, including the two singles ‘Run The Road’ and ‘Coo Coo Coo’. Initially meeting in a writing session and bonding over their shared passion or Reggae and Afro-Caribbean music the pair became instant creative comrades, agreeing to explore their ideas for a mixtape which ultimately grew into a 10 song recording session, which they came to call ‘The Gold Fire Sessions. |
Say Sue Me |
We’ve Sobered Up |
Damnably |
LP 12” |
Busan Surf Rockers debut album remastered and released on vinyl for the first time. Limited edition of 500 on blue vinyl, includes download code. Natasha at Resident says “A great example of what Record Store Day can do for the shops involved. We were introduced to these awesome South Korean surf rockers through their previous RSD releases when customers asked if we were going to stock them & we had to check them out. We’ve never looked back. We’ve fallen hard, see them live loads & featured their last album in our albums of the year. This is their debut album remastered and released on vinyl for the first time.” |
Six By Seven |
The Things We Make |
Mantra |
LP |
Long out of print, now repressed on exclusive colour (Blue Vinyl). Natasha at Resident says “One of my all-time favourite records from one of my all-time favourite bands. My husband and I had our first dance to them in fact. Why they never reach a bigger audience is a constant mystery. This is an absolute classic. Not a weak track. Sounds as mind-blowing today as it did when it was released back in 1998. Can’t wait to own it on vinyl – my CD version has been played an insane number of times”. |
Slowthai |
Doorman / Peace Of Mind |
Method Records |
12" |
This is the exclusive and limited double release A-side of Slowthai’s two singles; the Mura Masa produced Doorman alongside Slowthai's first single of 2019, Peace Of Mind, available on 12” single format prior to the release of his debut LP. The sleeve includes both artworks, back to back. |
Sol Seppy |
The Bells Of 1 2 |
GRÖNLAND |
LP |
Sol Seppy and “The Bells Of 1 2” is the debut outing from the heart and mind of Sophie Michalitsianos. Originally released on CD only in 2006 this is the LP-vinyl edition exclusively for RSD 2019. Natasha at Resident says “One of the most stunning records released in the time that Resident has been open. We sold hundreds of copies of this off the deck as Sophie Michalitsianos (formerly a member of Sparklehorse) has a voice that’s out of this world & these compositions are mesmerising. I don’t recall this ever being available on vinyl. Those who fell in love first time round will love an excuse to rediscover this gem. If you’re a fan of Kathryn Joseph, Bjork or Agnes Obel, you need this in your life.” |
Specials, The |
10 Commandments / You're Wondering Now |
UMC |
7″ Single |
A ‘double-header’ 7” single on the infamous red and white Island label. |
Streets, The |
Remixes & B Sides Too |
Rhino |
2LP |
Remixes and B Sides from the first four albums, Original Pirate Material, A Grand Don't Come for Free,The Hardest Way to Make an Easy Living and Everything Is Borrowed |
Sunn O))) |
Life Metal |
Southern Lord |
2LP |
New sunn O))) album recorded by Steve Albini. It is fully realised and completely real. The record was produced by the core of Stephen & Greg & arranged by the greater constellation Sunn O))). Paintings by visual artist Samantha Keely Smith graciously adorn the sleeve and provide a perfect suitable mask to the proceedings. They collide ideas of 19th century romanticism & late 20th abstract expressionism (mysticism) with Sunn O)))’s approach to metal (via reference points of Arbo, Turner, Delville, Richter, Turrel, Wou-Ki). Photographer Ronald Dick shot them in baths of light color representing depth of sound pressure in the work. Available exclusively first via RSD on Transparent orange vinyl. Tracklist:LP1: A) Between Sleipnirs Breaths, B) Torubled Air. LP2: A) Aurora, B) Novæ |
TVAM |
No Silver Bird / Narcissus (Tunng Remix) |
PSYCHIC DATA |
7" |
A long-time personal favourite of TVAM and something of a rare psych, curio ‘No Silver Bird’ was originally released by New Mexico underground act The Hooterville Trolley in 1968 , More recently ‘No Silver Bird’ has featured in the TVAM live sets and generated lots of interest and questions on Socials as to what is was and when it was available - the wait is over. The Tunng remix of ‘Narcissus’ came about via a remix-swap between the acts, this version is also previously unreleased /unheard until now. Natasha at Resident says “Watching the rise of Wigan-based producer Joe Oxley over the last few years, has been a real joy. When he finally released ‘Psychic Data’ last year (our No7 album of 2018), it was incredible to see more & more people being drawn to his crunchy electro-psych-goth-industrial-drone-shoegaze. Now he delivers a physical version of his take on the rare psych curio, ‘No Silver Bird’ (originally released by New Mexico underground act The Hooterville Trolley in 1968 & a TVAM live show favourite). He also hooks up with long-term shop faves Tunng, whose remix of ‘Narcissus’ gets their unique psych-folk treatment. Double whammy!” |
U2 |
The Europa EP |
UMC |
12” Single – Black Vinyl |
U2 present the The Europa EP: Side A features the previously unreleased opening from the recent eXPERIENCE + iNNOCENCE European Tour – Charlie Chaplin’s final speech from the movie The Great Dictator, underscored with a unique musical mash up of ‘Love Is All We Have Left’ with 1993 classic ‘Zooropa’ – which leads into a ‘live’ performance of New Year’s Day from Dublin in November 2018. Side B has two ‘Euro’-tinged remixes: St. Francis Hotel’s mix of ‘New Year’s Day’ and Jon Pleased Wimmin’s Euromantic mix of ‘Love Is All We Have Left’. The artwork is an eXPERIENCED Chaplinesque homage to the artwork of the Zooropa Album. 12” single on 180gsm black vinyl housed in full colour outer sleeve with embossed front cover. Four page colour insert with lyrics and credits, plus A5 sticker sheet. Record Store Day 2019 falls in the week of Charlie Chaplin’s 130th birthday (which is on 16th April) so the marketing sticker will feature both the Record Store Day logo and the Chaplin 130 logo. |
Various - Ghost World OST |
Ghost World |
Shanachie Entertainment |
LP |
First time released on vinyl (blue vinyl)--As he did with Crumb, director Terry Zwigoff has created a soundtrack as eclectic and riveting as his movie subjects. The sounds of early jazz and blues play a crucial role in the events of Ghost World, and the music heard here is some of the best ever recorded. Natasha at Resident says “One of my most watched films, the eclectic soundtrack is crucial to the success of Terry Zwigoff’s fabulously quirky indie film (starring Scarlett Johannson, Steve Buscemi & Thora Birch), based on Daniel Clowes cult comic book. Early jazz, blues, calypso, Bollywood, funk, surf & garage rock with a mix of rare 20s & 30s string band & blues tunes, make this a must have soundtrack from a must see movie.” |
Weezer |
Teal |
Atlantic |
12" Teal Coloured Vinyl |
Covers album includes 10 cover versions including Africa, Take On Me, Paranoid, Mr Blue Sky & more……. Phil at Sister Ray says “Weezer have done a covers album. Not only that it's a guilty pleasures kind of thing but I don't feel at all guilty I want to hear them play Take On Me! I'm going to classify it as essential already. Its on my Christmas list! |