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Always been an #RSD enthusiast, but can't be doing with it this year.
A few reasons for this.
1. I'm worried by shops running queues, which surely can't be properly distanced. Not enough are doing appointments only (best method) or online-only.
2. The online scramble doesn't
A few reasons for this.
1. I'm worried by shops running queues, which surely can't be properly distanced. Not enough are doing appointments only (best method) or online-only.
2. The online scramble doesn't
really work, or didn't for #LRS20 anyway. With exception of a couple of shops whose websites are up to the demand, it was a hugely frustrating experience.
3. The *vast* expense, with 7"s creeping towards £20. RSD releases have always been at a premium, but some prices are mad.
3. The *vast* expense, with 7"s creeping towards £20. RSD releases have always been at a premium, but some prices are mad.
Putting aside the fact it has been chronically mishandled by the #RSD powers that be, leaving record shops to put together something workable from the mess. The three 'drop' days are an utterly stupid idea, trebling the temptation to queue, and hopefully never to be repeated.
Above all else, it's wrong to expect shops to tie up this much money in stock, presumably on the usual no-returns basis, at a time when many have had months of lower cashflow.
I really think they should have taken a year off and let the list have normal releases over the year.
I really think they should have taken a year off and let the list have normal releases over the year.
