The Latest Breaking News from Piccadilly Records

Johnny Marr honoured with huge Record Store Day accolade

The transatlantic accolade follows Sir Elton John who was the inaugural recipient in 2017

The Independent UK · Apr 3, 2025

Johnny Marr plaque unveiled in Manchester as musician named Record Store Legend

The award recognises Marr’s continuing commitment to championing independent record stores.

Evening Standard · Apr 3, 2025

Vinyl enthusiast camped outside shop for 20 HOURS ahead of Record Store Day

Record Store Day first-timer Daniel Bedford arrived on Oldham Street at 11.45am - yesterday!

Manchester Evening News · Apr 22, 2023

OPINION - Outrageously high ticket prices and rip-off resales are killing live music

The first time I went to see Oasis in concert was in September 1994. It was the week their debut album, Definitely Maybe, was released and I paid £7 to see them at the Hacienda in Manchester. Buying the ticket was pretty painless — I just went to Piccadilly Records,…

Evening Standard · Apr 13, 2023

I work in town: Martin Evans, Piccadilly Records... the best view of the city? 'From the 250 bus heading towards Hulme'

'To anyone visiting, just avoid the Arndale, Market Street and Piccadilly'

Manchester Evening News · Aug 20, 2022

How to spend a day in the Northern Quarter, Manchester’s coolest neighbourhood

Public art set against heritage architecture, delightful boutiques and indie restaurants... you could while away your entire Manchester city break in this warren of surprises, says Cathy Toogood

The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2022

'A shot in the arm for business': Music lovers queue around the Northern Quarter for Record Store Day

People flocked into the Northern Quarter to pick up limited edition vinyl albums on the 15th annual Record Store Day

Manchester Evening News · Apr 23, 2022

Record Store Day 2022 in Manchester - everything you need to know

What records will be available and where to get them

Manchester Evening News · Apr 19, 2022