Yes, it’s nearly time for Record Store Day 2026, and the full list of limited edition releases has finally landed

With limited edition releases from the most exciting names in music including the likes of Elton John, Madonna, Blur, Charli XCX, Primal Scream, Joy Crookes, Paramore, Look Outside Your Window #RSDUK26 is set to be another great one.

Hundreds of artists have come together to celebrate the UK’s independent record shops, which are at the heart many local communities in the East Midlands.

Now in its 19^th year, RSD brings together artists, labels, and record stores across the country to celebrate the unique culture of independent shops and the enduring art of vinyl. There are now over 300 participating record shops across the UK and Ireland! – with nine in the East Midlands. We’ve put togethr a full list of them HERE (You’re welcome!)

With special releases spanning rock, pop, soul, jazz, hip-hop, reggae, classical, and folk – even a Sleepy Pokemon Beats soundtrack – music fans of all tastes and genres will find something unique at their local record store this April. 

Brit Award nominated artists such as: Bruno Mars, Calvin Harris, Chrystal, CMAT, Gigi Perez, HAIM, Myles Smith, Olivia Dean, PinkPantheress, Raye, Rose Gray, Self Esteem, Sleep Token, The Last Dinner Party and Wolf Alice, all have exclusive releases on this year’s RSD list.

Vinyl Revival

This year’s Record Store Day arrives as vinyl sales remain at their highest level in 20 years. According to the latest report from the Digital Entertainment and Retail Association, the market for vinyl records grew by 18.6%, in value terms with over 7.5 million discs sold last year, generating ?238 million. These exciting numbers highlight the ongoing love for physical music, and the vital role independent record stores play in bringing artists, labels, and collectors together.

Record Store Day UK are also pleased to welcome Official Beer Partner, JUBEL to the 2026 celebrations. JUBEL means “a feeling of extreme joy” and they exist to bring this experience to everyone. With a mutual adoration for music, the partnership is a natural fit for the independent record shop community.

Emily Kelly, Field Marketing Manager, Music & Culture at JUBEL: “Music has always been at the heart of JUBEL, it’s at the core of everything we do as a brand. We’re passionate about supporting the grassroots music community, so we’re buzzing to be a part of Record Store Day and to celebrate the cultural communities record stores create across the country.”

Organisers have issued a friendly reminder that all items on this year’s RSD release list will be available on a first-come, first-served basis only from participating shops on Saturday, April 18.

The full release list…