Former SNL Cast Member Announced As Record Store Day Ambassador
Popular actor, comedian, and musician Fred Armisen is a big music fan. He is set to advocate for Record Store Day this year after being named 2021 Ambassador. RSD started back in 2007 to help promote independent record shops. The day incentivizes music fans to come together by offering up lots of exclusive releases.
Normally the event takes place over two dates, one in April and the other on Black Friday in November. However, in the face of the pandemic, there have been some changes. This year you can expect two dates to come to fruition on June 12 and July 17. Armisen is in good company as Pearl Jam, Run The Jewels and Brandi Carlile have filled the role in recent years.
These are hugely important days for independent record shops so if you're going to shop retail for music, these...