Its been a rollercoaster ride for independent record stores the rise of CDs, downloads, online shopping and streaming have each tolled a death knell for vinyl slingers. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Friends told me I was a lunatic. Supporters took to Twitter to call on the FA to launch an investigation into Moss's performance. Classic rock sits alongside blues sits alongside soul sits alongside indie sits alongside punk sits alongside hip-hop sits alongside reggae get the picture? Police have launched an investigation after referee John Moss had his record shop vandalised. While new releases are all well and good, sometimes you just need a record shop that specialises in the best bits of yesteryear. Why do I need a record shop? But others who still enjoyed physical music were utterly envious.. LIKE many of us, Jon Moss grew up imagining himself as a professional footballer or a rock star. It was the same when Frankie Goes to Hollywood released Relax.. Before you fill your belly, fill your record shelves. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. WebReferee statistics and disciplinary statistics for matches officiated by Jonathan Moss. It is massive and colourful but baffling: discounted Rolling Stones box sets displayed alongside posters, Star Wars action figures and Pokmon plushies. Get ready to spend more than a good few hours going through their vast offering to find just what youre looking for, and maybe a few things you werent. He has a designated listening chamber indoors, and his wife keeps a careful eye on how far across the room his vinyl has seeped. WebFor more information, contact our sports memorabilia experts 24-7 on SportsCollectibles.com or by phone 800-793-9793. Moss came under fire for his performance in Sunday's Wembley showdown as Huddersfield felt hard done by after seeing two penalty appeals be waived away in the 170million game. Spike Elwell, 19, started with work experience aged 15. If I want to hear about a song straight away, I might listen to it on streaming, but Ill always want to own it on vinyl, he says. REFEREE Jon Moss had his record shop TRASHED days after angering fans in his final ever game. Their collection spans the past 60 years of music, almost tracking the rise of pop one record at a time. Ive got a bag that carries that.. The same applies to referees and players. He is the fattest man to referee a game since, was it Alan Wiley that Fergie gave both barrels and a grenade for good measure for being a fat cnut who couldn't get out of the centre circle? Weve got an old 1950s radiogram thats got such a warm, beautiful sound. He looked biased against us because we had more of the ball in attack. One of the English top-flight's most prominent officials is channelling his passion for music into a new venture at the heart of Leeds' student scene. Martha Boyd, 26, does the shops newsletter: shes the only woman staffer in while Im here, but Jumbo has always been co-owned and co-staffed by women. Johnny Phillips went along to referee Jon Mosss record shop in Leeds, The Vinyl Whistle, to discuss the Premier League officials love of music. I cant talk to anyone on Amazon., Barton says such personal connection is key to a record shops success. But when you watch the replay, slowed down etc, VAR should have over-turned it. Accompanying videos will also be available via Bowers & Wilkins, exploring the record stores take on why good sound is important to the vinyl listening experience. An old man comes through the door holding a reusable carrier bag crammed with used vinyl. As reported by the Daily Star , Moss is believed to have contacted Yorkshire Police after his shop The Vinyl Whistle in Headingley was vandalised. The indie stuff, Jon concedes, is more up his street and the biggest difficulty he has is overcoming the incessant urge to take those records home. The Wirral native has also shown the most yellow cards - 2,026 in total - and awarded a Prem record of 184 penalties. I thought it should have been a Villa free kick. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. You might recognise the proprietor of The Vinyl Whistle Jon Moss is a former Premier League referee who opened this Headingley record shop in his spare time away from the pitch after initially starting out online. Todays Jumbo which sells everything from rock and pop to dub, electronica and Americana has a much bigger space in the Merrion than it did back then, but vinyl, CDs and posters still occupy every inch of space. Theyve always got new tunes coming in, so if theres something you cant find or you just want a few recommendations, you need only ask. These are the places that allow generations, old and new, to find their next favourite act or (re)discover the glories of yesteryear. The only thing I can do is to accept it. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. The only thing I can do is to accept it. Theres CDs, DVDs, books and music memorabilia aplenty to boot. Council worker Peter Collinson, 34, came in as a 16-year-old indie kid for a Leeds festival ticket and has been returning ever since. I see why the penalty was given by him as I shouted for one when I saw it. Whenever I get a chance and my wifes away, I can probably sneak about 30 records at a time, he says. Cos he definitely fails the eye test every game you watch. Sportshour's Joel Hammer spent an hour or so sipping coffee and talking music, almost forgetting he was a Premier League referee. Be the first to know the latest news about Record Store Day, independent record shop exclusive releases and more. Wall of Sound are second-hand specialists, moving from Huddersfield to Leeds in 2016, who have created a music emporium youll want to set aside a good few hours to visit. Record Store Day is harming, not helping, independent music shops like mine, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning, 2023 Guardian News & Media Limited or its affiliated companies. Were not enemies, were working in that environment together., Nigeria Africa Cup of Nations squad: Super Eagles Power Ranking, Jota - not Richarlison - has the last laugh! From Glasgow to Southampton, Isle of Wight to Belfast, music fans are introduced to a new record shop every week whose stories are told through individual episodes released on Tuesdays at 10am on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & Twitter. The newly-retired official has also allegedly received death threats following controversy in the Championship play-off final between Nottingham Forest and Huddersfield. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. The former Premier League official contacted West Yorkshire Police and officers attended his 'Vinyl Whistle' record store in Headingley, Leeds to speak to him. Music. By the law of football the defender left his leg out even after Bruno swerved away from the defender. Forest went on to win the final 1-0 returning to the top flight of English football since their 1999 relegation. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. In my first half hour, I talk to a range of people from the teenage girl buying Pixies Doolittle on CD (classics, especially Fleetwood Mac and Nirvana, sell well among younger customers), an older chap seeking a Jah Wobble album and a policeman seeking witnesses to a traffic accident. I understand that with only one referee it is complicated but when you have the support of the VAR the possibility to make fair decisions increases, so if they understand it was not a penalty its because maybe they were not penalties., When pushed about it further, Corberan added: I have been through the season without VAR and I dont understand well what the process is. RSD has faced criticism for its highly priced limited editions and creating bottlenecks at vinyl production plants, hampering smaller releases, but Crash and Jumbo say that its still vital. But then Ticketmaster took over and their commissions meant wed lose money on every ticket. It wasnt a business decision, he grins. Football Videos & Highlights Home It took him three and a half minutes to decide to disallow what would have been West Ham's first goal tonight. There are 426 independent record stores in the UK compared with a record low of 293 in 2012. Record Store Day was set up in 2007 to help independent shops. It just cant happen in a game of this magnitude.". For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Jon Moss saw his record shop vandalised days after refereeing the Championship play-off final, Toffolo was shown a yellow card by referee Moss for diving, O'Brien was later denied a spot-kick after going down under the challenge of Lowe, Moss came under fire for failing to award either penalty shouts in a game worth 170m, two penalty appeals be waived away in the 170million game, returning to the top flight of English football, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). He hadbeen in on and off over the past few weeks and the two had established a little rapport. Not much difference than if he just stuck a leg out as he was running passed that made him trip. Was a penalty. Let us know in the comments section. I dont know if the referee needs to ask to review, I dont know if the VAR can do something when they see, I dont know if they can review action when the referee doesnt ask. You can spend a good, long while trawling through the racks here. This modern incarnation of Tribe is more of what made people fall in love with it in the first place. The funny thing is, its completely online. Will Forest stay up? Theres much more pleasure to be had in holding a gatefold sleeve, reading the liner notes and just generally engaging with it.. Moss, who was taking charge of his last game before retiring, denied Huddersfield two penalties as Forest won 1-0 to secure a return to the Premier League and a 170m cash windfall. The Vinyl Whistle record shop is run by Premier League referee Jonathan Moss, Jonathan Moss has been a Premier League referee since 2011, Whenever I get a chance and my wifes away, I can probably sneak about 30 records at a time. Tel: 020 8194 4777 Ive got a bag that carries that., Located in Leeds, The Vinyl Whistle is open seven days a week. It might be something you never think about, the referees who are berated from all sides once the game starts, who nonetheless have their own routines, rituals, tastes and preferences. Moss may even discuss songs and music with players when there are stoppages in play during matches he is officiating. The fat f*cker is even worse as a VAR than he is on the field! JavaScript is disabled. He insists that hell allow his assistants their fair share of tunes on the playlist. Its more important to keep warm. Students are buying CDs again because theyre cheaper. WebStatistics appear to support this; Dean, as of February 2019, had shown nine red cards in the 2018/19 Premier League season, which is four more than the next highest referees (five by both Michael Oliver and Jon Moss). Youre trying to help them.. When asked about the incidents, Corberan said: I didnt watch them yet but the players that received these fouls were thinking that if they hadnt received the foul they would have finished the opportunity to attack. A habit that began in the United States, where he went as a teen to play football, has endured throughout the following 30 years of his life. So as a Premier League referee and the owner of a vibrant Who said a record store has to be in a shop? For the run-up to Record Store Day (RSD), I have come back to spend a couple of days working here filing records, manning the till and talking to staff and customers to find out what role record shops play now and why theyre proving so resilient. Jumbo Records, 1-3 Merrion Centre, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 8NG. I was obsessive about music, but it was also a way to meet people who could further my career. When asked about the incidents, Corberan said: I didnt watch them yet but the players that received these fouls were thinking that if they hadnt received the foul they would have finished the opportunity to attack. He does have a way around her objections, though, as he added: Whenever I get a chance and my wifes away, I can probably sneak about 30 records at a time. Premium audio brand Bowers & Wilkins continues its support for the series as the official partner and joins in celebrating the inspirational people behind the counter working tirelessly to help fans continue building memories with music (Steve, Winyl, Manningtree). Then Lewis O'Brien later went down under the challenge of Max Lowe and a penalty wasn't awarded. Harry Toffolo was clipped inside the area but was booked for diving. One of the most memorable moments was when Blue Monday came out. | You can also find everything from hip-hop to jazz as you make your way from box to box. - The video series celebrating the culture and heritage of the UKs independent record stores returns for a fourth season on 31st January. He most definitely is not a former I would like to receive information from The Mirror via email about new products, services and offers. The collectors mentality is sometimes a very male thing, but theres me, Kelsey [Killick, 25, artwork/branding, books and magazines] and Sally [Canlin, accounts]. Giles Pocock, Vice-President of Brand Marketing, Bowers & Wilkins, said:We have loved watching the popularity of vinyl continue to grow. I dont think a community exists unless its got a record shop in it, says Ian Smith, the owner of Glasgows Music From the Big Blue, which features in the series. Surely they have to cut him loose after this season? One official has taken a career turn very different to his weekend whistle-blowing - and swapped red cards for records. A collaboration between Record Store Day, Classic Album Sundays and Bowers & Wilkins, Behind the Counter, takes you on a tour of some of the UKs best-loved independent record shops, showcasing the passion of the owners who are embedded in the local community (Steve - Winyl, Manningtree) and dedicated to introducing music fans to their next favourite artists and albums. It originally opened back in 1995, and quickly became the place to find dance music in Leeds, before closing in 2013. If you buy a record, its yours for ever, he smiles, perched on a chair on the small purpose-built instore stage. Thats insane! In my youth, some stores were like that: you would be terrified to approach the counter. Jon Moss is in my opinion the worst referee in the league, Anthony Taylor included. Tribe Records, 28 Kirkgate, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7DR. The same is true of record stores. Huddersfield fans have lambasted Moss and labelled his performance "absurd". Supporters took to Twitter to call on the FA to launch an investigation into Moss's performance. Eleven are in the Leeds area, although customers arent often four deep at the counter. For other inquiries, Contact Us. I understand that I can unsubscribe at any time. He most definitely is not a former drummer in an 80s pop band. Record sales were on life support for the past couple of decades but there has been a resurgence. From the likes of Manningtrees Winyl, which combines wine and records, to The Vinyl Whistle in Leeds, owned by former Premier League referee Jon Moss, the series looks to uncover the certain type of magic (Steve from Sister Ray, Soho) behind every door of the much-loved record stores of the UK. Vinyl Whistle in nearby Headingley, set up by former Premier League referee Jon Moss, doubles as a cafe. Moss evened it up with that stupid call. But you have the VAR and the referee, and if they understand there is no foul, I cant say anything. You must log in or register to reply here. Huddersfield have been absolutely robbed of at least one penalty there, if not two! School of rack Simpsons co-workers Jack and Aidan. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. Huddersfield boss Carlos Corberan decided not to criticise the officials after two penalty shouts were turned down in the clash at Wembley. From the likes of Manningtrees Winyl, which combines wine and records, to The Vinyl Whistle in Leeds, owned by former Premier League referee Jon Moss, the series looks to uncover the certain type of magic (Steve from Sister Ray, Soho) behind every door of the much-loved record stores of the UK. Vinyl Records. Glad we won so I can call this fat useless feck a fat useless feck without any accusations of bitterness. Four of those have come in his 17 top flight matches this season, most recently to Wilfried Zaha against Tottenham Hotspur on Boxing Day. It is understood Moss believes the attack on his record shop is related to the abuse he has received from Huddersfield fans since his final match. Great new location with Next time youre in Leeds, make a beeline for the citys independent record shops for an experience like no other. He is the referee who has shown the most red cards in the history of the Premier League (100). Premier League Referee Jon Moss, one of the most familiar faces in English football brings us the human face of being in the firing line as one of the men the fans love to hate - how he copes with VAR by indulging in a bit of.VAR (Vinyl And Records) at his own music shop 'The Vin Were not enemies, were working in that environment together.. Some might have seen the queues for RSD and think: I can have a piece of that. But a lot of us are people with a bit of money at the end of their careers who do it because its a passion., Jumbo was started in 1971 (initially as a concession in a larger bargain record shop called Bostocks) by Hunter Smith, who had been selling reggae and soul singles from his Jumbo Mobile Disco. Noiseisforheroes Records, 75a Great George Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3BR. Moss has kindly agreed to see us today, before the game tomorrow and ahead of Record Store Day, because hes going to Spain next week. Youll find plenty of both in there too. Theres something beautiful about listening to something from beginning to end as it was written on vinyl. I will now sell five copies of False Lankum by Lankum Simpson warms to his assignment. Or, similarly, finding something youd been looking for, for a long time.. But record stores give something back to the community they serve, something that cannot be quantified as merely just another song. But im comfy with a pen. Police have launched an investigation into an attack on the shop owned by recently-retired referee, Jon Moss in the aftermath of the Championship play-off final. Jon Moss: We were all sitting around as a group of referees and I said Id been thinking about doing the record shop as music is a big part of my life so I wanted A lot of people come in because they see it as a place they can relax and be themselves, and have a conversation about music. Then the penalty, which I honestly don't get why wasn't retracted with VAR. Premier League referee Jonathan Moss runs a record shop in Leeds aptly called 'The Vinyl Whistle'. Premier League referee Jonathan Moss runs a record shop in Leeds aptly called 'The Vinyl Whistle'. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Not ever. Web3. Wolfson Equipment & Records. In 2007, seven years before Fraser bought Jumbo, HMV had made the disastrous decision to stop selling records, which meant it missed the start of the vinyl revival. Moss ruled that Harry Toffolo had dived inside the box when challenged by Jack Colback and even went so far as to book the Terriers left wing-back, and VAR opted not to overturn the referees decision despite replays showing a clear touch on Toffolos ankle as he tried to skip over the challenge. Forest won 1-0 to secure a return to the Premier League, Subscribe to Daily Mirror and Sunday Mirror newspapers. But if you have VAR and the referee and they understand that there was no penalty, I only can accept it was not a penalty., Neil Warnock responds to Djed Spence after being called out following play-off success, Nottingham Forest land 20million bonus as Brennan Johnson makes promise to fans, Get the FREE Mirror Football newsletter with the day's key headlines and transfer news straight into your inbox. You might recognise the proprietor of The Vinyl Whistle Jon Moss is a former Premier League referee who opened this Headingley record shop in his spare time away from the pitch after initially starting out online. A few shops dotted around the landscape managed to keep the practice from dying out all together and now there is a thriving scene, not only in Leeds but in cities and towns up and down the country. Wild aisles Jumbos premises are now bigger than ever. Crash Records isnt home to just one vinyl shop delve deep into their basement to uncover a true crate diggers dream. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Soft fouls all game, soft penalty, and waves play on when there is a legitimate penalty when Rashford got brought down inside the box. Youll find Released Records on the top circle of Leeds Corn Exchange and its a treasure trove for vinyl lovers in Leeds. They were quick to blame Moss for having a huge impact on the game and costing their Yorkshire club the chance of a place in the top flight. The Vinyl Whistle, 12 Otley Road, Headingley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 3AB. It explains why he gets so many decisions wrong when he is in the middle, with only a split second to decide. Thats completely alien to what we stand for, says Fraser. This is a haven for vinyl addicts, as you flick through huge swathes of rock, indie and pop, but thats not all theyre famed for. Relics Records, 53 New Briggate, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 8JD. We were just handing them over the counter in Jumbo bags, one after another. Moss missed it, the VAR missed it and only one replay, serves the cnuts right IMO. Earlier, Barton told me: Ive still got the records I started buying aged 14 and can tell you where I bought them all. Its the best feeling in the world.. The report states that Moss believes the death threats are related to the abuse he received from Town fans after refereeing his final match. They said: Are you still going? We get that a lot, but we ended up chatting, socially distanced, for half an hour., Todays record shops often need other strings to their bow. View our online Press Pack. Looking for tickets for big dance nights and festivals? The father was not sure what to do with his collection so decided to take them to the record shop and see if they could make use of them. The Daily Star exclusively reported that the former Premier League official contacted West Yorkshire Police after his 'Vinyl Whistle' store in Headingley, Leeds had been attacked. Their HQ is at Croydon House in Holbeck, but its only open to collect orders youve already made. Copyright 2012 to 2023 Leeds Digital Magazines Ltd, Our newsletter has everything you need to know about Leeds, The Music Lovers Guide to Record Shops in Leeds, Pop-Ups, Experimental Cocktails & Pub Quizzes Join the Celebrations as UKREiiF Returns to Leeds, WIN a Stunning Sushi Feast for 4 at Issho With Fizz Included Worth Over 150, Exclusive Offer: Enjoy FireLakes Gorgeous Afternoon Tea With a Friend for Just 17 Each, 13 Leeds Firms Make GP Bullhounds List of the Fastest Growing Tech Companies in the North And One of Them Came Top, WIN the Ultimate Package for Two at Green Room Including Brunch, Cocktails, a Stunning Hotel Stay & More, All Worth 350, Reach new audiences with banners, custom and sponsored content on Leeds-List. Moss evened it up with that stupid call. It isthat sense of community, a shared musical bond, that had all but disappeared as more and more record stockists went out of business over the years. Record Store Day was set up in 2007 to help independent shops. You wont find it hard to part with your well-earned cash here, whether youre looking for rare jazz albums, classic rock albums or modern hip-hop 12s. Huddersfield supporters took to social media to lambast Moss and label his performance "absurd". Then they come out stating the penalty, just one of many incidents was wrong. Wall of Sound, Basement, 35 The Headrow, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 6PU. This is your one-stop shop. I literally leapt for joy when they took me on, says Hosein, who became a Mercury-nominated musician [with Black Star Liner], producer and promoter after working in Jumbo and later Crash. Guy is on like 2/300k a year and can't even get in shape. The former PE teacher, who counts James Milner amongst his former students, runs the record shop and cafe when he is not busy working as a top flight referee. But I found I never listened to whole albums. You can unsubscribe at any time. Amidst the racks-upon-racks of records, this cool little music-loving hidey-hole is decked out in vintage armchairs, piles of music magazines and a set of decks for DJs to come in and soundtrack your flicking. Youll find all kinds of pre-loved records here, it doesnt matter what genre you like, therell be something present for everyone. Company Registration Number: 2268007. Ian says this boost is partly down to record stores offering a much better connection between fans and the music they love. You can joke about them being essential but really, buying a record is a discretion, he says. But theres a resurgence going on and the number of music lovers who still put their trust in these hubs of audible joy is ever-growing. JAMS neutrals The Championship play-off final between Nottingham Forest and Huddersfield was Jon Moss' last match as a referee, Pictures on social media were shared of police at the shop, Harry Toffolo of Huddersfield Town pleaded with referee Jon Moss after he was shown a yellow card for diving during the Championship play-off final with Nottingham Forest. Something went wrong, please try again later. People queued up for us to open and then theyd be four deep at the counter. At one point I went to the wrong door and this old couple saw the Jumbo bag, he chuckles. Its moved from Queens Arcade to Merrion Centre to St Johns in the time since, but now its back in the heart of the Merrion, dishing out the finest beats around. Awful decision by him for the penalty. Id hand demos to the sales reps., Some staff are also musicians or DJs, and the shop is still a magnet for touring artists and tour managers, but nobody I meet plans to leave what Razzall calls the best job Ive ever had. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Stuart Broad sets his sights on Man Utd and Liverpool after Nottingham Forest promotion, Forest star Steve Cook trolls Huddersfield by thanking Jon Moss during promotion parade. Will he be Ian Brookes has spent the best part of a decade running around record fairs all over the UK, whether close to home at Leeds Corn Exchange or in far-flung exotic places like Manchester, London and Norwich. Overall, music sales increased by a further three percent in 2022 to almost 2bn, which is the highest figure since 2003 and nearly double the level of their low point in 2013. I had friends who played golf and who spent a lot of money on playing golf, but I dont do that. The news comes around 48 hours after Moss came in for huge criticism for his performance in the Championship play-off final between Nottingham Forest and Huddersfield Town last weekend. Police have launched an investigation into alleged death threats made against referee Jon Moss. From rock to soul, dance and hip-hop, if youre ever in need of some musical retail therapy, these Leeds record shops are just the ticket. Based on sub-total calculated after any discounts and before sales tax and shipping charges. There needs to be some sort of parity on offensives. The constant blatant Fouling by spurs and not one card shown . On field, in stoppages between play, there might be a little conversation between the official and one of the players about a certain gig or a certain song.