For The Record is the idea of Steve Rowland, Art Director / sleeve designer. More than a pop-up shop, For The Record celebrates great music, iconic design, the beauty of the 7” and the importance of the independent shop in a beautifully designed, highly unusual touring project.

A travelling exhibition of 7” artwork, in-store performances and appearances, reading from classic books about independent music and plenty of guinness will be packed into a tour van for appearances across the UK.

When
Date: Autumn 2012
UK cities/towns TBC
Each shop venue will be open for
1 day / night only

How to get Involved
Independent labels are asked to provide stock, artwork and ephemera. Artists are asked to contribute time to instore appearances. There will also be opportunities to advertise in the For The Record stores and online.

Timeline
Sponsors and advertisers: June 2012
Independent labels with stock & merchandise: August 2012

For The Record tour will start in early Autumn 2012

Who
Steve Rowland – MadeLab Studios
Steve is an Art Director who has designed sleeves for labels including Memphis Industries, Heavenly Recordings, EMI, Sony, Demon Music, Bolshi Records & Creation Records. He has tour managed bands across the globe, lectured on brand development at university level and in recent times, published books.
Working with Emptyshops Network he has helped run projects in London, Sussex and Kent.

Further information contact
steve@madelab.co.uk

 

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