Unwrapping: Smashing Pumpkins – Siamese Dream RSD Essential Red Smoke Vinyl

It's Unwrapping Time! This time we're checking out the recent release of Smashing Pumpkins' Siamese Dream album. Originally released on July 27, 1993 (in the US), the album was been re-released as a RSD Essential vinyl in Red Smoke 180gm on April 11, 2025. This was the band's second album, but it's the one that …

Unwrapping: Gorillaz – Demon Days Live at the Apollo Record Store Day Exclusive

It's Unwrapping Time! This time we're taking a look at the Record Store Day exclusive colored vinyl of Gorillaz - Demon Days, Live at the Apollo. This was at the top of my Record Store Day wish list. Recorded in 2006, you can hear the live performance of the band. This vinyl was limited to …

Unwrapping: Taylor Swift and Post Malone Fortnight and Nirvana Tribute Record Store Day Vinyl Records

It's Unwrapping Time! I actually meant to post these last week. It's two unwrappings this week. The first is the really cool Nirvana Tribute by Post Malone. Apparently on April 24, 2020, he did a livestream tribute (with Travis Barker, Nick Mack, and Brian Lee). They raised a bunch of money for charity. If that …

Unwrapping: Heart (Self Titled) Barnes & Noble Iridescent Blue Vinyl

It's Unwrapping Time! This week we're checking out the re-release for Heart's self-titled 1985 album. This was the album where they basically became more mainstream and reached a new audience. In the days of MTV videos, the videos featuring Ann and Nancy Wilson were constantly aired. This was my first exposure to the band. I …

Unwrapping: Mumford & Sons – Rushmere Morning Light Smoke Exclusive Colored Vinyl

It's Unwrapping Time! This week we're looking at the new Mumford & Sons album, Rushmere. We're not just looking at the regular vinyl. We're looking at the Barnes & Noble exclusive "Morning Light Smoke" colored vinyl. I am a fan of the band. They have some really good music and are great live. The new …

Unwrapping: Bon Jovi – Slippery When Wet Limited Edition “Wet” Picture Disc Vinyl

It's Unwrapping Time! This week we're checking out the just released vinyl picture disc for Bon Jovi's third album. Slippery When Wet was released on August 18, 1986. It shot them to mainstream fame with hits like "You Give Love a Bad Name," "Livin' on a Prayer," and "Wanted Dead or Alive." Universal Music just …

Unwrapping: The Shining 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Limited Edition Steelbook

It's Unwrapping Time! This week we're looking at the recently released limited edition steelbook for Stanely Kubrick's The Shining. For some reason, this is one of my favorite movies. I own it on VHS and also purchased a 4K digital copy. I'm looking forward to popping the 4K disc in and checking it out, even …