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Author: Rob Carroll

Rob Carroll is a writer, editor and an occasional photographer originally from Lacon, Illinois. He has written for publications and websites based in central Illinois and the suburban Chicago area. Rob is an avid music and Cubs fan. He has coauthored two books, "Wrigley Field: 100 Stories For 100 Years" (2013) and "Cubs 100: A Century At Wrigley." Rob currently resides in Bloomington, Illinois with his wife, Jillian, and their daughter, Phoebe.
News

10 Most And Least Difficult Releases To Find During RSD Drop 2022

May 8, 2022May 8, 2022 Rob Carroll

Everything you need to plan your shopping list for RSD Drop 2022.

Tagged Record Store Day, Pearl Jam, Prince, Wilco, RSD Drops, The Who, Miles DavisLeave a comment
Features

Five Instagram Accounts That Remind Us Record Collecting Should Be Fun

May 4, 2022May 4, 2022 Rob Carroll

Collecting vinyl should be fun. Here are few reasons why this hobby is more than gate-keeping record snobs.

Tagged Illinois, InstagramLeave a comment
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From California Raisins To Overnight Campers: How The Midwest Celebrated Record Store Day 2022

April 24, 2022April 24, 2022 Rob Carroll

Record Store Day 2022 called for fun surprises and creative promotions at some of your favorite spots in the Midwest.

Tagged Chicago, Illinois, Indianapolis, Midwest, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Record Store DayLeave a comment
Cover Story

Cover Story: Towering Chicago Condos Forever Connected To Wilco

March 29, 2022March 31, 2022 Rob Carroll

These iconic Chicago towers aren't officially named after Wilco, but they probably should be thanks to 2002's "Yankee Hotel Foxtrot."

Tagged Chicago, Cover Story, Illinois, Midwest, WilcoLeave a comment
News

Petition Started To Grant Wax Trax! Records Storefront Landmark Status

March 18, 2022March 18, 2022 Rob Carroll

Historic designation sought for former storefront of Chicago record label behind the rise of industrial music.

Tagged Chicago, Illinois, MidwestLeave a comment
News

Record Store Day 2022: Inside The Numbers

February 23, 2022February 23, 2022 Rob Carroll

The Record Store Day 2022 list is out. We dive into the numbers and what to expect on April 23.

Tagged News, Prince, Record Store Day, The RamonesLeave a comment
Features

Illinois Record Label Includes Sweet Surprise When Shipping Orders

February 21, 2022February 21, 2022 Rob Carroll

Polyvinyl Records did some experimenting before landing on a specific treat to include with every order.

Tagged Champaign, Hum, Illinois, Midwest, of Montreal, Pedro The Lion, Polyvinyl RecordsLeave a comment
Features

Minneapolis Business Offers One-Of-A-Kind Boxes To Protect Your Vinyl

February 13, 2022February 13, 2022 Rob Carroll

SuperSolid Record Box offers custom options to protect your precious vinyl collection.

Tagged Midwest, Minneapolis, MinnesotaLeave a comment
News

Help Cactus Records As They Prepare For Move To New Bozeman Location

February 12, 2022February 13, 2022 Rob Carroll

Fund available to assist employees during store's temporary closing.

Tagged Bozeman, Midwest, Montana, Record StoresLeave a comment
Features

Museum Exhibit Turns Up Volume For Illinois Musicians

January 22, 2022March 29, 2022 Rob Carroll

Springfield museum traces Illinois artists’ roots and influence in popular music.

Tagged Cheap Trick, Common, Illinois, John Prine, Midwest, Pearl JamLeave a comment

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