The date for the 2025 edition of Record Store Day UK has been announced: it will be held on April 12. This edition marks the 18th anniversary of RSD, a celebration of music, records and especially independent shops; this year more than 270 independent stores will participate in the UK, with many, many more taking part from all around the world.
Record Store Day first took place in 2008 in the United States, after a group of record shop owners had gathered to spread the importance of record shopping and its culture. While it first begun as a celebration of smaller shops and as a way to attract more people into visiting and being from these, over the years it has become a real celebration of music itself, with artists releasing special editions of their albums and singles just for Record Store Day! Some artists may decide to release physical copies of their album on the same date as Record Store Day, while some others create new, special and very limited editions of pre-existing albums or singles.
Save the date! Record Store Day 2025 will be taking place on Saturday the 12th of April – 18 years and still spinning. Let’s go! #RSD25 pic.twitter.com/TVEmLvar2x
— Record Store Day UK (@RSDUK) January 7, 2025
This year, Record Store Day UK will be held in partnership with DEYA Brewing Company: DEYA has created a special Record Store Day beer which will available in April in all participating stores and pubs. The managers of DEYA have told Official Charts that they are excited to partner with RSD UK:
“We’re really excited to partner with Record Store Day. Music has been an important part of DEYA and our Taprooms so this felt like a natural fit. We’re passionate about independent venues and the art of vinyl and love the work Record Store Day does to support record shops and the industry. We’re here to help facilitate good vibes.”
Following the official announcement of the #RSD25 date, we’ve got some big news! @deyabrewery is our official beer partner for #RSD25. Known for their world-class beers, top-tier taproom, and killer designs, they’re the ideal partner to celebrate indie culture! And something… pic.twitter.com/qpGagmYRBj — Record Store Day UK (@RSDUK) January 7, 2025
Furthermore, long-time partners Bowers and Wilkins will also participate. Speaking to Official Charts, the Vice President of the Company has said:
“At Bowers & Wilkins, we’ve always believed in the power of music to bring people together, and independent record stores are the beating heart of that community. Record Store Day is a celebration of the artistry and craftsmanship that make music so special, and we’re proud to continue our support for these incredible spaces that champion music in all its forms.”
Finally, Studio by Miraval returns for its second year. The manager of the company that has created the famous rose wine stated he was delighted to continue this partnership, adding:
“The partnership with RSD is a unique collaboration that embodies our desire to share these passions and moments, making connections across diverse communities and providing music for your tastebuds.”
While it is not yet clear who will participate in this year’s edition of Record Store Day and what vinyls will be available, the list is usually available by late February at the latest. Last year, thousands of music enthusiasts gathered by their local record shop in the early hours of the morning to get their hands on their favourite record and while many succeeded, the darker side of RSD is that there will never be enough copies to satisfy the extreme demand.
Some of the artists that participated in last year’s RSD are Lily Allen, with a limited run of ‘It’s Not Me, It’s You‘, The Cure with a RSD exclusive picture disc, Maisie Peters with a limited run of deluxe version of ‘The Good Witch‘, and The Rolling Stones with another RSD exclusive, 6000 copies limited run.
