Arts & Culture

London’s Record Shops uncovered in new book by Garth Cartwright and Quintina Valero

The capital’s record shops are the focus of a new book from journalist, Garth Cartwright and photographer, Quintina Valero.

From Hackney vinyl boutiques to Soho’s jazz and dance shops, the vast range of record stores and the people who run and visit them are uncovered in the book.

Alicia has been hearing more from Garth.

‘London’s Record Shops’ by Garth Cartwright and Quintina Valero is out now.

Tanya Francis 15th July 2021

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