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How the Vinyl Record Changed the Way We Listen to Music
May 14, 2026

How the Vinyl Record Changed the Way We Listen to Music

From Emile Berliner's first disc to Columbia's LP revolution, trace the remarkable history of vinyl records and their lasting impact on music culture.

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Why Vinyl Keeps Coming Back: The Science, History, and Revival of Analog Sound
May 09, 2026

Why Vinyl Keeps Coming Back: The Science, History, and Revival of Analog Sound

Vinyl records have grown for 16 consecutive years despite being declared dead. Explore the science, history, and revival of analog sound.

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Record Store Hauls Log Themselves When Your Turntable Does the Work
May 05, 2026

Record Store Hauls Log Themselves When Your Turntable Does the Work

With What's Spinning, logging a record store haul is as simple as playing your new records. No app, no check-in, just spin and go.

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Import Your Discogs Collection and Let Your Turntable Do the Rest
May 05, 2026

Import Your Discogs Collection and Let Your Turntable Do the Rest

Move your Discogs collection to What's Spinning and let your turntable automatically track what you actually play.

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How Your Listening History Builds a Smarter Vinyl Wishlist
May 05, 2026

How Your Listening History Builds a Smarter Vinyl Wishlist

What's Spinning tracks what you actually play, so your vinyl wishlist reflects real listening habits instead of wishful thinking.

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Vinyl Gets It Wrong
Apr 01, 2026 | Brian

Vinyl Gets It Wrong

Vinyl culture has a problem: it started loving music, then it started loving being the kind of person who loves music. Here is what gets it wrong.

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Best Starter Vinyl Records: 15 Essential Albums for Your Collection

Best Starter Vinyl Records: 15 Essential Albums for Your Collection

Discover the best starter vinyl records for beginners. 15 essential albums spanning jazz, rock, soul, and more for your vinyl collection.

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The Best Indie Rock Albums of the 2000s

The Best Indie Rock Albums of the 2000s

From Arcade Fire to LCD Soundsystem: 12 essential indie rock albums from the 2000s that vinyl collectors need to own.

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The Best Dream Pop Albums to Own on Vinyl

The Best Dream Pop Albums to Own on Vinyl

From Cocteau Twins to Beach House: 10 dream pop albums every vinyl collector needs. Specific albums, pressing details, and what makes each one essential.

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