Record Store Day KCPR Staff Selections: The Zoetrope

Rage Against The Machine: The Battle of Mexico City

This 1999 live album was recorded at the band’s first time ever performing a show in Mexico City. The Record Store Day release will be an LP x2, colored red, white and green to honor the flag of Mexico. This is the first time you will be able to catch this album on vinyl. 

Beastie Boys: Aglio E Olio

Prior to their career as a hip hop group, Beastie Boys had a place amongst the New York hardcore punk scene. This EP is a nod to their early punk roots and was released following the success of their previous albums. This 8-song, ten minute EP is named after the phrase “Garlic and Oil” in Italian. The Record Store Day 2021 release will feature two bonus tracks. 

The Soft Bulletin Companion: The Flaming Lips 

This companion record to the successful The Flaming Lips album “The Soft Bulletin” was originally only available as a promotional-only offer. The silver LP will feature unreleased songs meant for the album’s original promo in 1999. 

Animal Collective: Prospect Hummer

Originally released in 2005, this EP was recorded over the course of three days. The EP features vocals from singer-songwriter Vashti Bunyan, who accompanies this band over three of four tracks. Prospect Hummer will drop as a special release pink and yellow vinyl come Record Store Day.