Do you enjoy an earnest rifle through vinyl? Do you crave that sense of satisfaction you get when holding the real deal in your hands? Is fighting for the last copy of something, rather than being amongst thousands of downloaders, something you love to do?
Well Port Fairy have the perfect place for you.
Opening at the beginning of March this year, Revival Records is the small but unassuming record haven, and the passion project of Portland couple Ross and Rhonda Colley.
After years guaranteeing customers a massive selection of vinyl records in Hobart and Cairns, the couple returned to the south-west and so brought their passion to Port Fairy.
Stocking everything from pre-loved vinyl records, CD’s, DVD’s, books, sheet music to prints and merchandise, the suitably named Revival Records is a clear reflection of vinyl resurgence the music industry has experience of late – in the best possible way.
You’ll find everything from David Bowie, The Beatles, Midnight Oil, Gene Simmons to Black Sabbath, Meat Loaf and Pink Floyd, among many many other talented artists and bands.
If you’re lucky, they also have quality second-hand turntables occasionally in stock, perfect for those wanting to kick-start their vinyl love but not spend a ridiculous fortune.
There really is nothing quite like listening to music on vinyl. There’s a reason the format has hung on after all these years, despite being bulky and expensive. Revival Records celebrates this appreciation and unlike digital music sites, the team take serious time to assess the stock and in turn provide their customers with exactly what they are looking for.
Whether you’re young and new to the format, or you’re a bit older and have always collected vinyl, this is one shop you should check out.
Revival Records is located in shop 3, 27 Sackville Street, Port Fairy.