The KLF - 3: A.M. Eternal (Present The Moody Boys Selection)
Vinyl - VG+
Sleeve - VG
Price - £15
Vinyl - VG+
Sleeve - VG
Few records capture the raw energy of the early UK rave scene quite like 3 A.M. Eternal (Present The Moody Boys Selection) by The KLF. Released during the explosion of acid house and underground dance culture, this iconic 12” became one of the defining sounds of late 80s and early 90s club music.
Built around hypnotic beats, dub heavy production, and warehouse ready energy, 3: A.M. Eternal perfectly represents the transition from underground rave culture into mainstream electronic music success. The “Moody Boys Selection” remix adds deep reggae and dub influences, giving the track a darker and more atmospheric sound compared to the chart version many listeners know today.
Available to buy in the shop today where as always the racks are stacked with great records or buy from us online.
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RECORD OF THE DAY
The Cure - Freakshow
Vinyl - N/M
Sleeve - VG+
Price - £60
#45friday with this hard to find 7” from @thecure
Released in 2008 as part of a unique rolling release strategy for their thirteenth studio album, 4:13 Dream, this record is a colourful, quirky, and essential piece of late-era Cure history.
Because the 2008 singles were pressed in limited quantities worldwide on @geffenrecords , physical copies of “Freakshow” have become highly sought after on the secondhand market.
This rare gem is available to buy in the shop and online from us today.
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RECORD OF THE DAY
Aretha Franklin - Hey Now Hey (The Other Side Of The Sky)
Vinyl - N/M
Sleeve - VG+
Price - £30
1973 US pressing in a gatefold sleeve.
Few artists in music history have shaped soul music quite like @arethafranklin . While albums like ‘I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You’ and ‘Lady Soul’ often dominate the conversation, 1973’s Hey Now Hey (The Other Side of the Sky) remains one of her most overlooked and emotionally rich records.
Produced by the legendary @quincyjones , this album pushed Aretha Franklin beyond traditional soul into jazz, gospel, and deeply personal songwriting territory.
Original pressings of Hey Now Hey (The Other Side of the Sky) have become increasingly sought after by soul collectors and crate diggers.
Available to buy in the shop or from us online.
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RECORD OF THE DAY
Wu-Tang Clan - Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)
Vinyl - M
Sleeve - M
Price - £30
Brand New Sealed on Wu-Tang Yellow vinyl!!
#wuwednesday
There are few records in hip-hop history as influential and raw as Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) by Wu-Tang Clan.
Originally released in 1993, 36 Chambers introduced the world to the gritty, street-level sound of Staten Island and launched the careers of legendary MCs including @rza , @methodmanofficial , @ghostfacekillah , @raekwon , @oldirtybastardlegacy .
More than 30 years later, Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) remains one of the greatest hip-hop albums ever made. Its gritty beats, kung-fu-inspired samples, and lyrical chemistry helped shape East Coast rap and influence generations of artists.
Available from the shop and from us online.
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RECORD OF THE DAY
ESG - A South Bronx Story
Vinyl - VG
Sleeve - VG
Price - £40
2xLP Compilation from 2000
Few records capture the raw pulse of late-1970s New York quite like ESG: A South Bronx Story. Built around stripped back grooves, hypnotic percussion, and street level energy, this essential release showcases why @esgtheband became one of the most sampled and influential bands in underground music history.
Originating from the South Bronx, ESG blended funk, post-punk, disco, Latin rhythms, and minimalist dance music into a sound that would later shape hip-hop, house, indie rock, and electronic music. Tracks from the group have been sampled by everyone from @wutangclan to @beastieboys , making original ESG vinyl highly sought after by DJs, collectors, and crate diggers worldwide.
Available from the shop today or from us online. This is well worth grabbing so don’t hag about!
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RECORD OF THE DAY
The Specials - Ghost Town
Vinyl - N/M
Sleeve - VG
Price - £30
1981 3 Track 12”
Few records capture the mood of a generation quite like Ghost Town. Released in 1981 by legendary Coventry ska pioneers @thespecials , this iconic 12” single remains one of the most important and influential British records ever produced .
Pressed on the legendary 2 Tone Records label, this standout release combines haunting reggae rhythms, socially conscious lyrics, and the unmistakable black and white checkerboard aesthetic that defined the 2 Tone movement. The instantly recognisable sleeve design, featuring the classic rude boy artwork, makes this a must have collectible for ska, punk, and mod vinyl enthusiasts alike.
Available from the shop today and online.
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The day has arrived! It’s not raining! Looking forward to seeing everyone who managed to get a ticket from 2pm today. There will be some tickets available on the door until 8pm
Here’s the timings for today’s DJs and the brilliant raffle prizes that you can win. Thanks again to everyone who donated prizes!
Also to avoid confusion - IDLES are not playing live! There are no live bands this year, it’s a DJ only event…
RECORD OF THE DAY
The Rolling Stones - Big Hits (High Tide And Green Grass)
Vinyl - N/M
Sleeve - VG+
Price - £40
Lovely copy of this ‘Greatest Hits’ album with the booklet sleeve.
Few records capture the raw energy, swagger, and songwriting brilliance of the 1960s quite like Big Hits (High Tide and Green Grass) by @therollingstones . Originally released in 1966, this legendary greatest hits collection became one of the defining compilation albums of the British rock era and remains a must have for vinyl collectors and classic rock fans alike.
Packed with iconic tracks including “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction,” “Paint It, Black,” “Get Off of My Cloud,” and “19th Nervous Breakdown,” the album showcases the explosive rise of The Rolling Stones during the height of the British Invasion.
If you’re coming to our 10th Anniversary Block Party at @lostandgroundedbrewers why don’t you pop into the shop on route and treat yourself to a record or two.
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Countdown to Friendly Records Block Party! 🤩
THIS Saturday! 🎵📀
Follow along with our Ops Manager Toni and see how we’re transforming our full time brewery into an epic music venue!
3 Bars
2 Stages
1 BIG Party! 💃🏼🕺
Last remaining tickets follow the link in our bio!
See you in the crowd!
✨ Friendly Records 10th Birthday Block Party
📆 Saturday 9th May 2-10pm
📍 Lost and Grounded Brewers, 91 Whitby Rd, BS44AR
🎫 Ticket entry only
RECORD OF THE DAY
Arctic Monkeys - Brainstorm
Vinyl - VG+
Sleeve - VG+
Price - £20
#45friday with the ace 2007 release from the @arcticmonkeys
Few bands captured the raw energy of mid-2000s British indie rock quite like Arctic Monkeys, and Brainstorm remains one of their most explosive releases. Originally released in 2007 on @dominorecordco this aggressive, fast-paced single showcased the band’s darker, heavier direction and became an instant fan favourite.
Available to buy in the shop or from us online
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RECORD OF THE DAY
Arrested Development - 3 Years, 5 Months And 2 Days In The Life Of…
Vinyl - VG+
Sleeve - VG
Price - £30
Rediscover a true golden-age hip-hop classic with 3 Years, 5 Months and 2 Days in the Life Of… by @arresteddevelopment__ an album that helped redefine conscious rap in the early 1990s. Released in 1992, this groundbreaking record fused hip-hop, soul, blues, funk, and Afrocentric storytelling into a sound that still feels fresh decades later.
Winner of two Grammy Awards and certified multi-platinum, 3 Years, 5 Months and 2 Days in the Life Of… is widely regarded as one of the greatest hip-hop albums ever made. Its influence can still be heard in modern conscious rap, neo-soul, and jazz-influenced hip-hop artists today.
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