A NEWTON Abbot record shop is preparing for this year’s Record Store Day and it will be the first at a new location.

Roger and Marsha Cox, owners of Phoenix Sounds, the town's independent record store, are looking forward to bringing the town together for Record Store Day 2026 on Saturday, April 18 at their new shop on East Street, a stone’s throw from St Leonards clock tower.

Last year saw around 300 vinyl enthusiats queuing on Queen Street.

And this year is sure to capture the attention of local shops who have yet to witness Record Store Day previously.

As one of the most significant dates in any vinyl enthusiast’s diary, Record Store Day is an international celebration of independent record stores and the vibrant community that supports them.

Roger and Marsha, supported by Megan and Alice, will welcome record-lovers from 8am.

‘We are excited and nervous about having our first Record Store Day in the new premises’, Roger said.

‘Current circumstances have shaped the way we have had to operate and even though we are spinning in a smaller space we want to ensure the spirit of the old premises is replicated making the new space a go to for all music lovers across the county’.

From 11am, Jody Merelle is on the decks, curating a playlist designed to keep the energy up

Launched in 2007, Record Store Day has become a global phenomenon—uniting music fans, artists, and record stores in a celebration of vinyl’s enduring appeal.

Roger and Marsha believe Phoenix Sounds plays a vital role in Newton Abbot’s cultural heartbeat, offering music fans a friendly space to discover new releases, unearth hidden gems, and connect with like-minded people.

For more information, visit Phoenix Sounds’ website - www.phoenix-sounds.co.uk - or pop by the shop.