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Five indie stops to support on National Record Store Day

By Brett Callwood

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Thanks to the iPod revolution, people are turning to music in downloadable MP3 form in ever-growing quantities. As a result, the independent record stores -- so long a reliable source of music on American high streets -- are struggling to pay the bills. Set for Saturday, April 19, National Record Store Day will celebrate such institutions, serving as a reminder to the white-earphone generation of the cultural and historical impact these stores have had, and the need to protect our musical heritage by keeping our record stores alive. Being the vinyl lovers that we are here at Metromix, we’ve compiled a play-list of five record stores here in the Detroit area. Pay them, and the other great local independent stores, a visit.

For more info, visit www.recordstoreday.com