Give us the background - when and why did you decide to open a record shop

We opened our store due to are massive love of music and clothing. At definitely maybe we have tried to mix the music scene with clothing that suits. The idea of mixing both of my passions was the driving force behind the shop. I had been collecting records for a few years, so this just felt right.

Tell us about your store – what’s the vibe

We try and cater for all kind of music here, it is hugely influenced by the 90’s, but you will find loads of records from the 60s right through to present. The store is on 3 floors, with the lower, full of records, which spill over the reception area, with a lot of music and sporting memorabilia on the walls. Upstairs you will find clothing, with the 80s retro clothing mixed with fashion from the present day, from brands such as Lyle and Scott to Fila and Sergio Tacchini.
We also have big plans upcoming, which will involve band signing sessions and acoustic sets at the shop, and main events at a nearby Venue.

Can you remember the first record you sold in the shop? And the last?

First record we sold was Definitely Maybe by Oasis ironically enough, and the last we sold was AC/DC live.

Do you remember the first record shop you went to? And you do you remember the first record you bought?

My first record shop I remember was in the nearest city, around 50 miles away, sadly no longer there. The first record I bought, and still have, is Pet Shop Boys – Always on my mind.

What's the best gig you've ever been to?

Without a doubt, Oasis, at the Festival Hall, Melbourne.

What's your all-time favourite book?

Favourite book would be Behind the Scene by Tony Briggs, terrific book all on Ocean Colour Scene

What's your all-time favourite film?

Pulp Fiction or The Business

Who would form your all-time festival line-up? (past & present)

Oasis, Ocean Colour Scene, The Rolling Stones, The Kinks, Bob Marley, Kasabian and Arctic Monkeys

What's your all-time favourite record?

Live On The Riverboat – Simon Fowler & Oscar Harrison (Ocean Colour Scene)

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