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Scotsman
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
The 15 most valuable cassettes to own in July 2025
Remember how those humble Walkmans filled our pockets? While many now gather dust, a select few have become unexpected treasures. Proving once again that rarity, influence, and a good story can make plastic and magnetic tape worth a fortune, what was once considered a 'dead format' has found a new lease of life, popularised by some of the biggest chart-topping names in recent years, through to up-and-coming acts dubbing tapes on their parents' stereo. At least, we used to do that... there's probably an app for that now, correct? We've searched the annals of Discogs once again this month to find 15 more releases on cassette tape that fetched a huge sum in recent years, basing our findings on the highest sold price in the online marketplace's history. That means that though it did sell for that price originally, it's still worth undertaking your due diligence to check back in and see if there is still a demand for your items. That is, sadly, the nature of collecting. So, what did we find this month that commanded a huge figure to own on the humble old magnetic format? 1 . Alex G – Trick (2013) – £82.49 This cassette marks a significant early release from indie rock's influential cult hero, Alex G. Originally released on the independent Haze Tapes, early pressings were produced in very limited, often coloured, batches. Trick is considered one of his definitive and most beloved albums, its scarcity driven by a dedicated fanbase who covet these rare, physical artefacts of his early, prolific output. | Getty Images/Discogs Photo Sales 2 . Bad Brains – Bad Brains (1982) – £86.21 A cornerstone of hardcore punk, Bad Brains' self-titled debut album was originally released on cassette by ROIR. This red-shelled tape is a raw, blistering document of one of the most influential bands in punk and hardcore, renowned for their furious energy and pioneering sound. Its historical significance and the band's legendary status contribute heavily to its collector's appeal decades later. | Getty Images/Discogs Photo Sales 3 . Slum Village – Fan-tas-tic (1999) – £97.50 This limited early release from the revered hip-hop group Slum Village is a crucial piece for any serious collector. With its deep connection to the iconic production of J Dilla, Fan-tas-tic is considered a foundational album within soulful, experimental hip-hop. Its scarce original pressings, often distributed independently, make it a highly sought-after item from a pivotal era. | Getty Images/Discogs Photo Sales 4 . Beverly Glenn-Copeland – ...Keyboard Fantasies... (1986) – £131.25 This cassette holds the extraordinary tale of a visionary artist. Originally self-produced and self-distributed in minuscule quantities (reportedly only 50 copies), Keyboard Fantasies was a ground-breaking blend of ambient, electronic, and new-age music, far ahead of its time. Its rediscovery decades later led to global acclaim, making original copies of this almost mythical tape exceptionally valuable. | Getty Images/Discogs Photo Sales Related topics: BoostMusicTicketsAlbumsArtists
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Scotsman
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
The 15 most valuable cassettes to own in July 2025
Remember how those humble Walkmans filled our pockets? While many now gather dust, a select few have become unexpected treasures. Proving once again that rarity, influence, and a good story can make plastic and magnetic tape worth a fortune, what was once considered a 'dead format' has found a new lease of life, popularised by some of the biggest chart-topping names in recent years, through to up-and-coming acts dubbing tapes on their parents' stereo. At least, we used to do that... there's probably an app for that now, correct? We've searched the annals of Discogs once again this month to find 15 more releases on cassette tape that fetched a huge sum in recent years, basing our findings on the highest sold price in the online marketplace's history. That means that though it did sell for that price originally, it's still worth undertaking your due diligence to check back in and see if there is still a demand for your items. That is, sadly, the nature of collecting. So, what did we find this month that commanded a huge figure to own on the humble old magnetic format? 1 . Alex G – Trick (2013) – £82.49 This cassette marks a significant early release from indie rock's influential cult hero, Alex G. Originally released on the independent Haze Tapes, early pressings were produced in very limited, often coloured, batches. Trick is considered one of his definitive and most beloved albums, its scarcity driven by a dedicated fanbase who covet these rare, physical artefacts of his early, prolific output. | Getty Images/Discogs Photo Sales 2 . Bad Brains – Bad Brains (1982) – £86.21 A cornerstone of hardcore punk, Bad Brains' self-titled debut album was originally released on cassette by ROIR. This red-shelled tape is a raw, blistering document of one of the most influential bands in punk and hardcore, renowned for their furious energy and pioneering sound. Its historical significance and the band's legendary status contribute heavily to its collector's appeal decades later. | Getty Images/Discogs Photo Sales 3 . Slum Village – Fan-tas-tic (1999) – £97.50 This limited early release from the revered hip-hop group Slum Village is a crucial piece for any serious collector. With its deep connection to the iconic production of J Dilla, Fan-tas-tic is considered a foundational album within soulful, experimental hip-hop. Its scarce original pressings, often distributed independently, make it a highly sought-after item from a pivotal era. | Getty Images/Discogs Photo Sales 4 . Beverly Glenn-Copeland – ...Keyboard Fantasies... (1986) – £131.25 This cassette holds the extraordinary tale of a visionary artist. Originally self-produced and self-distributed in minuscule quantities (reportedly only 50 copies), Keyboard Fantasies was a ground-breaking blend of ambient, electronic, and new-age music, far ahead of its time. Its rediscovery decades later led to global acclaim, making original copies of this almost mythical tape exceptionally valuable. | Getty Images/Discogs Photo Sales Related topics: BoostMusicTicketsAlbumsArtists
News24
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News24
Tyler, The Creator to Alex G: July's hits, headlines, and new releases
News24's Weekender playlist looks at the month that was through music, with Joel Ontong reflecting on the headlines and new releases. July saw top-notch releases from artists such as Tyler, The Creator; Alex G; and Tyla. Tyler, The Creator's somewhat surprise release DON'T TAP THE GLASS takes a more straightforward approach compared to his previous records. The rapper explicitly told his fans that he wasn't trying to make a concept album and just wanted to give them a collection of quality songs. Alex G's remarkably consistent discography continues with his new record, Headlights, which is stuffed with well written and produced indie-folk songs, injected with his signature quirk. Tyla has been teasing her mixtape We Wanna Party all month, releasing the singles IS IT and BLISS. She also made an appearance on Travis Scott's poorly received JackBoys 2. Coldplay were in the headlines, but not for their music. During one of their concerts, Chris Martin joked about a couple hiding their faces after being caught on the kiss cam, asking if they are having an affair. And, allegedly, they were. Hip hop veteran Lauryn Hill has been announced as a headliner of the DStv Delicious International Food and Music Festival, while the Hey Neighbour festival (which previously announced Doja Cat and Leon Thomas) has been postponed to December. Beyoncé has potentially joined the lost albums club, after her unreleased music was stolen. AI band The Velvet Sundowns also got more than a million listeners on Spotify, a first for a completely digitally generated band. We have not included any of their songs in our playlist and instead added the real thing, like Tame Impala and King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard. Oasis made their grand comeback after a 15 year hiatus, kicking off their tour with a concert in Cardiff, Wales, on 4 July. The music world also said goodbye to a true giant of rock, Ozzy Osbourne. His legendary band Black Sabbath are one of the key pioneers of metal music, and you could even be forgiven for saying they basically invented it. Pretty Little Baby achieved online virality.
Sydney Morning Herald
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
Indie rock's favourite songwriter keeps it real on his major label debut
Alex G, Headlights Contradictions? Alex G, full name Alex Giannascoli, has a bunch of them. The Philadelphia musician-producer shuns social media, but The Fader once called him 'the internet's secret best songwriter' as he made his name online via word-of-mouth blogs and message boards, self-releasing albums and EPs on Bandcamp. He's got a lot to say on record – he's only 32, and Headlights is his 10th album – but many interviewers have found that trying to get him to talk about himself or his music is like pulling teeth, and his stage presence was once described in a live review as 'almost shockingly dull', with that summation coming from a critic who declared Alex G was his favourite musician of the last decade. Although he's often compared to '90s indie acts, including Elliott Smith, Built to Spill and Modest Mouse, he's possibly better known to general pop audiences for contributing to eight tracks on Halsey's The Great Impersonator and for writing and singing on Frank Ocean's Blonde and Endless, and also playing in his touring band. Headlights marks a shift from indie label Domino to major label RCA, not that you'll notice a huge difference in Giannascoli's approach. June Guitar opens proceedings, not with any fanfare but with a feather-light touch, on a gauzy, meditative song that hugs a lane close to Tracy Chapman's Fast Car. First single Afterlife wears its country-folk influences on its sleeve, from the sparkling mandolins and acoustic guitar to the video set at a square dance, as Giannascoli recounts a revelation of some sort, singing 'when the light came, big and bright, I began another life'. A couple of tracks push the meter into the red – Louisiana offsets dreamy Auto-Tuned vocals with sledgehammer drums; Bounce Boy has octave-leaping bass, fuzzy synth and an electro-clap beat.
The Age
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Age
Indie rock's favourite songwriter keeps it real on his major label debut
Alex G, Headlights Contradictions? Alex G, full name Alex Giannascoli, has a bunch of them. The Philadelphia musician-producer shuns social media, but The Fader once called him 'the internet's secret best songwriter' as he made his name online via word-of-mouth blogs and message boards, self-releasing albums and EPs on Bandcamp. He's got a lot to say on record – he's only 32, and Headlights is his 10th album – but many interviewers have found that trying to get him to talk about himself or his music is like pulling teeth, and his stage presence was once described in a live review as 'almost shockingly dull', with that summation coming from a critic who declared Alex G was his favourite musician of the last decade. Although he's often compared to '90s indie acts, including Elliott Smith, Built to Spill and Modest Mouse, he's possibly better known to general pop audiences for contributing to eight tracks on Halsey's The Great Impersonator and for writing and singing on Frank Ocean's Blonde and Endless, and also playing in his touring band. Headlights marks a shift from indie label Domino to major label RCA, not that you'll notice a huge difference in Giannascoli's approach. June Guitar opens proceedings, not with any fanfare but with a feather-light touch, on a gauzy, meditative song that hugs a lane close to Tracy Chapman's Fast Car. First single Afterlife wears its country-folk influences on its sleeve, from the sparkling mandolins and acoustic guitar to the video set at a square dance, as Giannascoli recounts a revelation of some sort, singing 'when the light came, big and bright, I began another life'. A couple of tracks push the meter into the red – Louisiana offsets dreamy Auto-Tuned vocals with sledgehammer drums; Bounce Boy has octave-leaping bass, fuzzy synth and an electro-clap beat.
