Repo Records on South Street will be one of a dozen local record shops celebrating the release of 88.5 WXPN’s “Homegrown Originals Volume 3” in recognition of Record Store Day on April 12.
The limited-edition vinyl album featuring exclusive live recordings by Philadelphia-area artists is pressed on stunning emerald green vinyl. Only 500 copies have been produced and will be available exclusively. The tracks on Volume 3 were captured by WXPN at its signature live-music events, including Free At Noon, Key Studio Sessions, World Cafe and the XPoNential Music Festival.
Following the enthusiastic response to Volumes 1 and 2, this year’s edition features standout performances from artists making national waves — like Mannequin Pussy and Dr. Dog— alongside beloved local favorites and rising voices in Philly’s dynamic music scene. This rare album is a gift with purchase at 12 local, independent record stores throughout WXPN’s broadcast area including Repo Records at 506 South St. in South Philly.
To mark the occasion, WXPN will host Homegrown Live, a special free concert event featuring performances by dd Toby Leaman Trio, Eliza Hardy Jones and Cadre Noir on April 16 at The Lounge at World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St.
“The Philadelphia music scene gave us another incredible year of new music, and it’s been a thrill to document it at WXPN,” said John Vettese, WXPN on-air host and producer of The Local Show. “This compilation brings together the best of the best — a cross-section of genres and generations. It’s a snapshot of the sounds shaping Philly right now, and I can’t wait to drop the needle on it.”
Repo Records and Main Street Music in Manayunk are the only stores within the city that are part of the promotion.
