Vinyl Hunting in London: Scoring Oasis Original Pressings at Flashback Records

Exterior of Flashback Records store established in 1997 with hanging t-shirts and vinyl records visible inside

The night breeze in London might have been cool, but my adrenaline was still pumping. I was on my way back from Selhurst Park, having just witnessed the brilliance of Daichi Kamada on the pitch (read the match review here). However, as the post-match buzz settled, a different kind of hunger resurfaced in my mind: Continue reading “Vinyl Hunting in London: Scoring Oasis Original Pressings at Flashback Records”

Oasis Vinyl Hunting in London: A Deep Dive into Music & Video Exchange

Copies of Noel Gallagher's 'The Dreams We Have as Children' and a Beady Eye CD sitting in a record store bin with price stickers

The Ultimate Guide to Oasis Vinyl Hunting in London After a reflective pilgrimage to the Royal Albert Hall, where the ghost of Noel Gallagher’s legendary acoustic set still lingers, my journey continued. I was headed to a personal sanctuary: Music & Video Exchange in Notting Hill. This isn’t just another record shop; it’s a place Continue reading “Oasis Vinyl Hunting in London: A Deep Dive into Music & Video Exchange”

A Pilgrimage to the Royal Albert Hall: Chasing the Ghosts of Oasis’s Legendary Gigs

The front of the Royal Albert Hall in London against a cloudy sky. It is a grand, circular building made of red brick and stone, with a large arched window and digital screens displaying event posters at the entrance.

From Museum Mile to a Music Mecca: The Walk to the Royal Albert Hall After immersing myself in the world of design at the Victoria and Albert Museum, I set out on foot towards a place of deep personal significance. My destination was just a short stroll away in South Kensington: the majestic, terracotta-domed sanctuary Continue reading “A Pilgrimage to the Royal Albert Hall: Chasing the Ghosts of Oasis’s Legendary Gigs”

The British Library & The Beatles: Finding Lennon and McCartney’s Handwritten Lyrics in London

Signage for the Sir John Ritblat Gallery: Treasures of the British Library hanging above a hallway entrance inside the library

Hello, this is CityNomix. After enjoying a delightful breakfast at “Booking Office 1869,” feeling both satisfied and energized, I set off for my next destination in London. My theme for this trip is “Walk, Shoot, Write.” However, at the place I’m heading to now, I’ll be touching upon the very origins of “writing”—specifically, the raw Continue reading “The British Library & The Beatles: Finding Lennon and McCartney’s Handwritten Lyrics in London”

A Night at Phonica Records: Crate Digging for Arctic Monkeys in Soho, London

The Arctic Monkeys EP record 'Who the F**k Are Arctic Monkeys?' being held in a record store. The cover art features the title written on a blackboard as if with chalk.

From Soho’s Buzz to the Doors of Phonica Records The electric energy of a Friday evening was just beginning to settle over Soho. I had just left Rough Trade Vintage, a rare Jimi Hendrix first press tucked under my arm, and my feet carried me through the bustling London streets. It was just after 6 Continue reading “A Night at Phonica Records: Crate Digging for Arctic Monkeys in Soho, London”

My Epic Find at Rough Trade Vintage Soho: A Jimi Hendrix First Pressing

A person holding the Jimi Hendrix album 'Hendrix In The West' in a record store. The cover features a photo of him singing passionately while wearing a blue jacket.

The Hunt Begins: A Record Collector’s Night in Soho As dusk settles over London’s Soho, the district transforms. The daytime bustle gives way to the electric hum of neon signs, and for a music lover like me, CityNomix, the real adventure begins. My record-digging pilgrimage, which already led me through the hallowed aisles of Sister Continue reading “My Epic Find at Rough Trade Vintage Soho: A Jimi Hendrix First Pressing”

Oasis Vinyl Hunting in London: Spotting a £500 Gem at Reckless Records Soho

A signed, limited edition 7-inch record by Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, displayed in a record store rack with a £500 price tag.

November 24, 2025. The historic Oasis reunion world tour, which swept the globe into a frenzy of nostalgia and rock ‘n’ roll euphoria, finally concluded last night. As the London music scene—and indeed the world—nurses a collective post-tour hangover, I find myself thinking back to a chilly evening earlier this month in Soho. I’m CityNomix. Continue reading “Oasis Vinyl Hunting in London: Spotting a £500 Gem at Reckless Records Soho”

oasis Pilgrimage in London: Vinyl Hunting at Sister Ray on Berwick Street

Vinyl records of Noel Gallagher's album 'Council Skies' and Liam Gallagher's album 'MTV Unplugged' side by side in a record store rack.

Standing on Berwick Street: The Original Oasis Landscape Leaving Adidas, I navigate the maze-like alleyways of Soho. The wind is cold against my cheeks, but strangely, I don’t feel the chill. Instead, I feel my body temperature rising with anticipation for where I am heading.I turn a corner, and a familiar street stretches out before Continue reading “oasis Pilgrimage in London: Vinyl Hunting at Sister Ray on Berwick Street”

Hunting for the Adidas x Oasis Collab in London: A Discovery in the Soho Flagship Store

The interior of an Adidas Originals store. A blue neon trefoil logo is displayed by the window, and products like an Oasis collaboration T-shirt are arranged on a white platform.

An Unexpected Detour to Soho My day in Margate, the seaside town in southeast England, wrapped up sooner than expected. The primary mission—acquiring some exclusive Stussy gear—was a success. But as the train carried me and my spoils back to London, I found myself with a rare gift: a free afternoon. After dropping my bags Continue reading “Hunting for the Adidas x Oasis Collab in London: A Discovery in the Soho Flagship Store”

London Vinyl Odyssey: CityNomix’s Ultimate Guide to Record Store Hunting – A Journey for Sound, Soul, and Analogue Warmth

Oasis 'Acquiesce' promo vinyl record (RKID74T) from Sister Ray

Chasing London’s Groove: CityNomix Invites You on a Soulful Record Hunting Expedition Hello, this is CityNomix from Photomo. My days are usually spent strategizing in the world of digital marketing, but once I step away from the office, I transform into a traveler, camera in hand, wandering through cities 国内외, seeking out the unique cultural Continue reading “London Vinyl Odyssey: CityNomix’s Ultimate Guide to Record Store Hunting – A Journey for Sound, Soul, and Analogue Warmth”