Easy Street Records: Bacon, lines and the vinyl you’ll fight for on Record Store Day April 18
Easy Street Records: Bacon, lines and the vinyl you’ll fight for on Record Store Day April 18
April 18 is Record Store day at Easy Street Records. Store opens at 7am but get in line early for the best deals and to snag the limited pressings of records that typically sell out quickly.
Fri, 04/17/2026
Easy Street Records in the Junction is one of the Pacific Northwest’s most reliable Record Store Day destinations, and this year shoppers should expect limited‑run pressings of current indie hits, deluxe reissues, and a handful of surprise local pressings — all likely to move within minutes of opening. Easy Street’s online store and past RSD coverage show the shop stocks both mainstream RSD exclusives and curated staff picks, and its staffers are known for restocking and guiding collectors upstairs to rarities.
Top vinyl to look for (likely to appear at Easy Street)
| Title | Artist | Label | Format | Release Type | Quantity |
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| We Are Not Live | 13th Floor Elevators | Charly Records | LP | RSD Exclusive | 2000 |
| Tough Town | Bryan Adams | Bad Records | LP | RSD Exclusive | 2000 |
| New Wave B‑Sides | Against Me! | Rhino | 12" EP | RSD Exclusive | 3000 |
| Trip | Jhené Aiko | Def Jam | 2×LP Picture Disc | RSD Exclusive | 2000 |
| Greatest Hits (RSD Color Variant) | The Cure | Rhino | LP | RSD Exclusive | 4000 |
| Definitely Maybe – Demos & Outtakes | Oasis | Big Brother | LP | RSD Exclusive | 3500 |
| Live at Easy Street (Repress if included this year) | Pearl Jam | Monkeywrench | LP | RSD Exclusive | TBD |
| Singles (Anniversary Edition) | Soundgarden | A&M | LP | RSD Exclusive | 3000 |
| Live at KEXP | Various Seattle Artists | KEXP | LP | RSD First | 1500 |
| Indie Exclusive EP | MJ Lenderman | Merge | 12" | RSD Exclusive | 2000 |
| Local Seattle 7” | Various | Local Label | 7" | RSD Small Run | 300–500 |
| Wicked (Soundtrack) | Various | UMe | 2×LP | RSD Exclusive | 2500 |
| Gracie Abrams — RSD Single | Gracie Abrams | Interscope | 12" | RSD Exclusive |
Local Seattle releases Store or label exclusive 7" or LP Easy Street often carries local exclusives and special runs.
What to expect in line and the bacon tradition
Easy Street opens early on RSD mornings (7 AM) and historically draws hundreds of people, with staff handing out free bacon and coffee to early birds as a community ritual that’s become part of the store’s RSD identity. Expect a long, social line, staff announcements about one‑copy‑per‑title limits, and quick sell‑outs of headline releases. Plan to arrive early if you want the most sought‑after pressings.
Book Signing w/ Geoff Whitman!
Purchase the new Pearl Jam photobook & meet the photographer!
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Brief history of Record Store Day
Record Store Day began in 2007 as an annual event to celebrate independent record stores with exclusive releases, in‑store performances, and community programming. Over the years it has grown into a global phenomenon that drives collectors to brick‑and‑mortar shops for limited pressings and special events. The official Record Store Day site lists participating stores and the annual release list that fuels the day’s demand.
Quick tips
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Arrive early for freebies and the best shot at headline releases.
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One copy per title is commonly enforced; bring ID and patience.
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Ask staff (Easy Street’s “vinyl czar” and upstairs team) for restock tips and hidden gems.
