On Sunday morning, I flew to Dublin with two friends to attend the first of two Christmas performances at Vicar Street by the incredible Glen Hansard and his band. This was something we had been talking about doing for 6 months before the gigs were announced at the end of […read more…]
Two years on from the death of iconic Motorhead vocalist, Lemmy Kilmister, his music and influence can still be heard throughout the world. Motorhead were one of the key bands in the rise of British heavy metal, full equipped with a whiskey soaked, punk rock attitude. Trying to pick a […read more…]
Jethro Tull have announced they will be releasing a 40th anniversary edition of their 1978 album, Heavy Horses. It was the middle album in their classic folk trilogy, released between Songs From The Wood and Stormwatch. It is considered one of the best albums in the vast Jethro Tull back catalogue, and was […read more…]
To give you, our customers, the chance to get to know the team behind eil.com, we like to let show you what we are about and what we have been listening to lately. This week is a member of our buying team, Tim. What are your top five albums of […read more…]
This weeks highlights include an incredibly rare Pink Floyd LP, a rare Hawkwind 7″ and Blackstar by David Bowie on clear vinyl. Also look out for more rare items, imports, collectables and much, much more. Just check out our full listing now. The Who – Live At Leeds : Rare 1970 UK […read more…]
It will soon be 2018 and you can save up to 15% off everything at 991.com Use voucher code 10NY to get 10% off items in your basket For orders of £75 or more, use voucher code 15NY to get a massive 15% off These vouchers are valid from […read more…]
We recently came across one of the best Queen collections we have seen in some time here. There were some great audiophile vinyl pressings, rare box sets, and plenty of other collectable items. Below are just a few of the highlights from the collection, and you can see more […read more…]
As today is Christmas day, Dick has unearthed an especially rare gem by a band with a fitting name. They are called Christmas, and their debut album may just be Canada’s rarest record. Seriously, Dick? A band called Christmas? It’s true, they really are called Christmas. They were initially slated […read more…]
Ain’t nothing but a jazz thing here at 991.com this week with a vast array of top jazz rare vinyl and CDs coming through the doors, here’s a few to whet your jazz whistle, see them all in our Jazz collectors store. Chet Baker – Cool Baker Volumes 1 & 2: Scarce […read more…]
For the longest time, Finnish rock band, H.I.M were an underground sensation and barely known outside of their homeland. It was in the early ‘00s when they were championed by Jackass star, Bam Margera that they really gained attention, and their 2003 album, Love Metal, became one of the biggest […read more…]
Bjork has unveil a new video for her latest single, Arisen My Senses The track is the title track from Bjork’s critically acclaimed ninth album, which was released back in November. The other-worldly video features interpretive dance, and a number of unique costumes throughout. Take a look at via WeTransfer, and […read more…]
Tears For Fears have unveiled a video for their new single, I Love You But I’m Lost. It is the band’s first new music since their 2004 album, Everybody Loves a Happy Ending, and is one of two new tracks featured on their recently released compilation album, Rule The World. […read more…]
Foo Fighters recently stopped by Saturday Night Live as musical guests, turning their classic track, Everlong, into a Christmas medley. Dave Grohl performed the start of the track solo, slow and acoustic. He then went into full band mode, bursting into Darlene Love’s Christmas (Baby Please Come Home), ending on A Charlie Brown Christmas Theme. […read more…]
This weeks highlights include an incredibly rare Pink Floyd LP, a rare Hawkwind 7″ and Blackstar by David Bowie on clear vinyl. Also look out for more rare items, imports, collectables and much, much more. Just check out our full listing now. Pink Floyd – A Saucerful Of Secrets: Ultra Rare […read more…]
The Queen of raunchy French Pop has reissued four of her early singles on 12″ Vinyl in stock now for immediate despatch (yes we’re open on the 23rd December) Plus Grandir – 2017 French limited edition 2-track vinyl 12″ issue of her 1985 single including the Long Version plus Chloé, […read more…]
From Mark Brown at The Guardian here were endless strikes, power cuts, three-day weeks, TV programmes that finished at 10.30pm and Noel Edmonds. “You get very close to the reality of Britain in the 70s,” said Abba’s Björn Ulvaeus. “I had no idea it was so gloomy.” Ulvaeus was speaking […read more…]
For better or worse, the ‘90s will be remembered for a lot of iconic moments, but mostly it will be for the music. There was the rise of Brit Pop and the battle between Oasis and Blur, Nirvana bringing grunge to the mainstream and influencing an entire generation to wear […read more…]
A staple part of the festive season is watching Christmas movies. Perhaps it’s something family friendly, it may be a comedy, or you may prefer some horror fun on these cold nights. Whatever your preference, most Christmas movies have excellent soundtracks that fit the time of year Below are small […read more…]
Before this cold Saturday night in December, It had been two years since Marilyn Manson headlined a show in London. During that time, Manson teased a new album, but nothing materialised. That was, until, earlier this year when he finally announced the release of his ninth album, Heaven Upside Down. […read more…]
Some people love them, other hate the, but Christmas songs are impossible to avoid in December. Some of them eventually become nauseating; especially for the poor folk in retail who have probably had to hear them since mid-October. That’s not to say there aren’t some greats out there. The Pogues, […read more…]
From Ultimate Classic Rock. Jimmy Page recently said he’s heading back into Led Zeppelin‘s vaults for the band’s 50th anniversary next year, and he noted there will be some previously unheard music to help celebrate. In a new 50-minute video for the Academy of Achievement, Page was asked about Zeppelin’s golden anniversary next year, and […read more…]
This week, Dick looks at one of the greatest albums to come out of the Australian music scene; Rowland S. Howard’s solo debut, Teenage Snuff Film. Is that Rowland S. Howard from The Birthday Party by any chance, Dick? The very same. Having already had a storied career with The […read more…]
With their self-titled debut album celebrating its 45th anniversary this year, Roxy Music are planning a reissue of the 1972 album in the new year. It is due for release on February 2, and will be available as a 3CD/DVD super deluxe edition, along with 136 page booklet. As well […read more…]
The Cure have announced they will perform a headline show at Hyde Park in London next summer as part of the Barclaycard BST events. It will take place on July 7, and is their only European show of 2018 where the band will perform a special set celebrating their 40th […read more…]
Ain’t nothing but a jazz thing here at 991.com this week with a vast array of top jazz rare vinyl and CDs coming through the doors, here’s a few to whet your jazz whistle, see them all in our Jazz collectors store. Lennie Niehaus – Vol. 1: ‘The Quintets’: Very rare 1956 […read more…]
As 2017 draws to a close, it’s a time that music fans love and loathe in equal measure. Almost everyone who has a passion for music likes to put together a ‘Best of’ list, and while it a lot of fun, narrowing down your choices can be a headache. When […read more…]
From Team Rock. Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson will appear on the BBC’s University Challenge Christmas special on New Year’s Day Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson has been revealed as one of the contestants on the BBC’s University Challenge Christmas special. Dickinson will be part of the Queen Mary College […read more…]
It takes a certain type of person to be a record collector. It is someone who loves music, but wants more from it, to feel it, to touch it, and full immerse themselves in the experience. In our new feature, Vinyl Tales, we will be meeting the people behind some […read more…]
30 years ago today, on December 14th, 1987, Dinosaur Jr. released their timeless second album, You’re Living All Over Me. The album was originally released on SST Records when the band were still known as just Dinosaur, and the initial pressing of the album omits Jr. from the band name. […read more…]
To give you, our customers, the chance to get to know the team behind eil.com and 991.com, we like to let show you what we are about and what we have been listening to lately. This week is a member of our stock addition team, Laura. What are your top […read more…]
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