Rhino’s Rocktober Returns With 43 Exclusive, Limited-Edition Vinyl Releases
Rhino Records is bringing back its highly anticipated Rocktober series, offering a collection of 43 exclusive, limited-edition vinyl releases. Starting October 4, music lovers can look forward to a treasure trove of classic albums from legendary artists, available exclusively at select brick-and-mortar stores while supplies last.
Rocktober kicks off with an exciting lineup that spans various genres and iconic names in rock and alternative music. Each Friday throughout the month, a new set of titles will be released, giving fans a chance to expand their collections with some of the most celebrated albums in music history.
On October 4, vinyl enthusiasts can expect to get their hands on gems such as Black Sabbath’s self-titled album, pressed on 180-gram black vinyl, Deep Purple’s classic Machine Head, and the Ramones’ Pleasant Dreams. Notable titles include Fleetwood Mac’s Heroes Are Hard to Find (50th Anniversary Edition) on clear vinyl with black and bone splatter, and Bush’s Golden State on translucent tan vinyl. INXS fans are in for a treat, with X pressed on translucent red vinyl and Full Moon, Dirty Heart available on milky clear vinyl.
Another highlight is Ministry’s The Land of Rape and Honey and Twitch, both re-released as deluxe editions on 180-gram black vinyl. Classic rock enthusiasts will appreciate The Doobie Brothers’ Toulouse Street and What Were Once Vices Are Now Habits on clear vinyl, while alternative music lovers can grab Morphine’s Cure for Pain on 140-gram black vinyl.
On October 18, the Ramones continue to make a mark with releases of Animal Boy and Pleasant Dreams, both on black vinyl. Also hitting shelves are Velvet Underground’s Alternate Version on ultra-clear vinyl and Wilco’s Summerteeth on opaque electric blue vinyl.
The final wave of Rocktober, on October 25, brings more classics like The Cars’ Door to Door on translucent grape vinyl, Foreigner’s Double Vision on translucent grape vinyl, and Iron Butterfly’s Fillmore East 1968 on black vinyl. Fans of Porno For Pyros can enjoy the latest and greatest hits compilation Pyrotechnics, pressed on clear vinyl with orange splatter.
With such a wide range of exclusive and limited-edition releases, Rhino’s Rocktober is sure to be a hit among vinyl collectors and music lovers alike. Make sure to check your local record store, as these releases are only available while supplies last!
