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The Ultimate Oasis Fan Guide: Reunion Tour, Pilgrimages, and Global Vinyl Hunting

2026年5月3日 by CityNomix

A black-and-white close-up of Noel Gallagher singing into a microphone is displayed on a giant screen on a concert stage. To the right, the actual stage illuminated by blue lighting is visible.

1. Introduction: Chasing the Global Oasis Phenomenon 📌 About This Article This article documents experiences during Oasis’s 2025 reunion tour (“Live ’25”, running July to December 2025). The Tokyo Dome shows (October 2025), MIYASHITA PARK official Fan Store, and Adidas pop-up (September to October 2025) have all concluded. The information about permanent record shops remains Continue reading “The Ultimate Oasis Fan Guide: Reunion Tour, Pilgrimages, and Global Vinyl Hunting”

Record Store Day Frenzy! The Annual Analog Digging Mission at Tower Records Shibuya

2026年4月18日 by CityNomix

Introduction: Welcome to the Annual Vinyl Festival Hey there, this is CityNomix. Living in Tokyo and digging the world’s culture, April is always a special season. Yes, it is the arrival of Record Store Day, a massive festival for music lovers worldwide. In previous years, I was too busy with work and could only stare Continue reading “Record Store Day Frenzy! The Annual Analog Digging Mission at Tower Records Shibuya”

Seoul Record Digging: Finding the ‘Queen of Tears’ OST Vinyl at The Hyundai Seoul

2026年4月5日 by CityNomix

Michael Jackson records on a lit wooden rack.

Unforeseen Cultural Encounters: Breaking Preconceptions at The Hyundai Seoul Hello, readers! It is CityNomix here. Today, I will share an amazing experience. It happened at The Hyundai Seoul. This was right after my deep cassette dig at dope records. Honestly, I visited this massive mall twice before. My initial thought was always a bit skeptical. Continue reading “Seoul Record Digging: Finding the ‘Queen of Tears’ OST Vinyl at The Hyundai Seoul”

The Ultimate Tokyo Vinyl & Cassette Hunting Guide: Digging Deep in Shibuya, Ochanomizu, and Beyond

2026年5月2日2026年2月14日 by CityNomix

Cover art of The 1975's 'Sex EP' 12-inch vinyl record, featuring a black and white image of crumpled sheets with a price sticker in the corner.

🎵 Vinyl Hunters: Why You Should Stay in Central Tokyo Ochanomizu and Shibuya are Tokyo’s vinyl havens — but records are HEAVY. Lugging your finds across town between shops is exhausting. Stay near the action. Editor’s pick: Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu sits directly above Shibuya Station. Disk Union, Manhattan Records, HMV Record Shop, and Tower Continue reading “The Ultimate Tokyo Vinyl & Cassette Hunting Guide: Digging Deep in Shibuya, Ochanomizu, and Beyond”

Ochanomizu Dig Revisited: From Cardiff 1996 to Cardiff 2024. A Timeless Oasis Journey & The Rare Vinyl I Left Behind

2026年5月6日2026年1月24日 by CityNomix

This is CityNomix. Ochanomizu, Tokyo. This neighborhood possesses a unique magnetic field. Descending the slope lined with musical instrument stores, where the scent of old books from the antiquarian district mingles in the air, lies a sanctuary that inevitably pulls us music lovers in. I am talking, of course, about Disk Union Ochanomizu. Continue reading “Ochanomizu Dig Revisited: From Cardiff 1996 to Cardiff 2024. A Timeless Oasis Journey & The Rare Vinyl I Left Behind”

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

2025年11月27日 by CityNomix

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”

The Ultimate Guide to Cassette Tape Hunting in Tokyo: A CityNomix Journey to Find Analog Treasures

2025年7月13日 by CityNomix

Walts sign - Nakameguro cassette tape specialty store

In Search of Lost Magnetic Memories: A Journey into Tokyo’s Cassette Tape Scene This is CityNomix from Photomo. In my daily hustle chasing numbers and logic in the world of digital marketing, there are moments when I find myself pausing, drawn to something with a tangible warmth. That ‘something’ is the cassette tape. It’s the Continue reading “The Ultimate Guide to Cassette Tape Hunting in Tokyo: A CityNomix Journey to Find Analog Treasures”

Hunting for Oasis Rarities at Disk Union Ochanomizu: A Fateful Encounter with the Legendary ‘JILY’ Bootleg

2026年5月6日2025年6月22日 by CityNomix

Jacket photo of Oasis's bootleg CD album 'JILY' high-quality remastered edition.

Today in Tokyo, a precious sunny spell graced us before the rainy season’s official arrival. It was Saturday, June 21st, 2025, a little past 2:00 PM. My business in Ochanomizu finished much quicker than expected, leaving me with some welcome free time. A thought sparked: “On a day like this, digging for music at Disk Continue reading “Hunting for Oasis Rarities at Disk Union Ochanomizu: A Fateful Encounter with the Legendary ‘JILY’ Bootleg”

Phonica Records: A Soho Vinyl Haven for Dance Music & Rare Cassettes in London

2025年6月20日2025年6月15日 by CityNomix

Exterior of Phonica Records on Poland Street in Soho, London.

A Beacon for Music Explorers in the Bustle of Soho Hello, I’m CityNomix. Stepping away from the digital marketing hustle, I immerse myself in the pulse of the streets. This time, my journey led me to Poland Street in London’s vibrant Soho district. It was just after 6 PM on November 17, 2024, under a Continue reading “Phonica Records: A Soho Vinyl Haven for Dance Music & Rare Cassettes in London”

Record Hunting at Reckless Records: A London Gem on Berwick Street for Oasis, Coldplay, and The Stone Roses Fans

2026年5月6日2025年5月19日 by CityNomix

Exterior of Reckless Records, a record store in London, with a pop atmosphere.

🎸 Related: This article is a cluster of our pillar guide, The Ultimate Oasis Fan Guide: Reunion Tour, Pilgrimage & Vinyl Hunting. Find all our Oasis-related reports in one place. Introduction: Returning to Berwick Street, Hallowed Ground for Oasis Fans London, United Kingdom. This city is steeped in a rich tapestry of musical history. For Continue reading “Record Hunting at Reckless Records: A London Gem on Berwick Street for Oasis, Coldplay, and The Stone Roses Fans”