Birmingham-bred rock band the Charlatans will be releasing an exclusive picture disc vinyl for one of their most notable hits ‘The Only One I Know’, in collaboration with this year’s Record Store Day.
The Record Store Day edition will see the band put a fresh spin on the track through their collaboration with Beggars Arkive, marking another collaboration between the pair following their rendition of breakthrough single, ‘Indian Rope’ for last year’s event.
Remastered by Frank Arkwright and Abbey Road Studios and released via Beggars Banquet imprint Situation Two, ‘The Only One I Know’ vinyl will be accompanied with two other tracks, ‘Imperial 109’ and ‘Everything Changed’.
Comprising of lead vocalist Tim Burgess, guitarist Mark Collins, bassist Martin Blunt and keyboardist Tony Rogers, The Charlatans captivated listeners with their second single, ‘The Only One I Know’, from their 1990 debut album ‘Some Friendly’, securing them a spot at no. 9 on the UK Singles Chart. Over 30 years since its initial release, the single has become a nostalgic track which soundtracked the 1990s with its mind-blowing basslines, electrifying melody and Burgess’ euphonic vocals.
According to a press release for the announcement, the exclusive vinyl marks one of two special releases in collaboration with Record Store Day 2025.
While referencing the prominence of the track, the press release stated it was “a defining moment in the baggy era, it remains a club favourite and a key part of the band’s legacy. Over 30 years later, now remastered and available on picture disc, its hypnotic groove is set to captivate listeners for decades still to come.”
We’ll be releasing two records for @RSDUK 2025:
Wonderland 2LP set with six bonus tracks on white and red vinyl
The Only One I Know 12” picture disc
More info: https://t.co/Nqvs8umu27 #RSD25 pic.twitter.com/AoToPhBzuL— The Charlatans (@thecharlatans) February 6, 2025
Alongside Charlatans, it has already been confirmed that both Post Malone and Sam Fender will be this year’s ambassadors for the event set to take place on Saturday April 12. The latter has revealed a limited-edition six-track EP, ‘Me And The Dog’ will be released on 12” vinyl, following the scheduled release of his third album ‘People Watching’, set to release 21 February. The West Midlands rockers and Fender will join an already extensive list of UK artists that have released exclusives for previous Record Store Day‘s, including: The 1975, Kate Bush, Noel Gallagher and Elton John (to name a few).
Available in over 270 independent record shops over the big day, it is evident this year’s Record Store Day will be unforgettable. Check out the event’s website for more information.
