Throughout the years, people have listened to music on everything from cassettes to MP3s, and while technology changes, there's no doubt that music enthusiasts still love vinyl. Vinyl Record Day celebrates the cultural influence of vinyl and its impact on the past and future on August 12. So to celebrate, explore all the vinyl records you can borrow as well as some novels where music and records play a central role.
Marley has a lot on his plate in DJ Rising, as he supports his heroin addicted mother by bussing tables. His dreams of becoming a professional DJ spinning records feel a little closer when he enters a DJ competition. His DJ Ice persona gives him hope, and all vinyl purists will appreciate his mentor.
For all those who love hip-hop, The World Is Mine champions high school promoters who dream of making it big. The struggles are real, but the passion is alive as a young group of friends navigate their way through the entertainment business. Texting, drama and calling each other out play out well as our heroes strive for fame.
If you loved the movie High Fidelity, Girl Defective might be right up your alley for its cast of characters. 15-year-old Skylark lives above her family's record store in Australia, and as people come into her life, she starts taking risks and thinking more about boys. With a murder mystery thrown into the loop, this summer of firsts becomes one to remember.
Do you still listen to records? What was the first record you purchased?
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