It's strictly one copy per person, too, so even if the queue is big you stand a good chance of getting what you want. "For the day, we get exclusive products to sell, so record collectors come out to get the limited edition vinyl. When you've got people able to access music instantly from their phones, it's nice to see people still appreciating vinyl records. "Being able to help people find albums from artists that they love, or introduce people to new music that they would like, that's why I do it. But I'm not in it to make money - you'll never be rich owning a record store, it's a passion project. "Thankfully we do get people in that show their support all year round.
Normally we get undersold by cheaper options for records online, and it can be a problem, so Record Store Day does a lot to help out independent retailers. "We don't do any sales online, we have a Facebook page but we just use it to show off what's on offer in store. But one good thing about it is that it reminds people that we're still here, and that they would rather go out of their way and support an independent shop over a chain or shopping online. "It's definitely the busiest day of the year for us, busier than Christmas, but one day does not cover us for the whole year. People are always in good spirits and don't mind camping outside if it means that they can get a rare record they're desperate to get their hands on. He said: "People have literally queued up outside the night before, some years. READ MORE: City pub Knight and Garter named best in Leicestershire Carl Petty, 53, is the owner of Rockaboom, and has experienced some great times due to the campaign. The store, in the Malcolm Arcade, has already published the list of records they are receiving ahead of the big day, with plenty of exciting discs available from a wide range of music genres. This year, it falls on Saturday, April 23, and will officially be returning to Rockaboom after a two-year absence due to the coronavirus pandemic. It is often the busiest day for record stores across the country, providing much-needed income and, in the age of instant downloads, introducing new people to vinyl collecting. The annual celebration of independent shops and all things vinyl sees a wave of new releases which would be dream additions to many people's collections. Record Store Day is upon us once again and the people of Leicester can get involved by taking a trip to Rockaboom in the city centre.
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