Welcome to Waxlore.
In a world that prizes the infinite scroll and the shuffled playlist, we're interested in the finite. The tangible. We believe that putting on a record—the deliberate act of choosing an album, placing it on the platter, and dropping the needle—is a ritual that matters. It connects us to the music in a way that a passing stream never can.
Our main site handles the "how-to" of the analog world. Waxlore is for the "why."
The Art, Not the Specs
This isn't a journal for chasing perfect measurements or obsessing over the most expensive gear. It's a space to explore the art, craft, and culture that surrounds a vinyl record. We want to talk about the stories told in the run-out grooves, the feel of a heavy gatefold sleeve, and the unseen choices that turn a spinning piece of plastic into a living performance in your room.
What You'll Find Here
Here, we'll get into the thinking behind different turntable designs and share the simple joy of finding a gem in a dusty crate. We'll sit down with essential albums and talk about how to listen for texture, for space, for the feeling that makes vinyl sound so different.
An Invitation to Listen
Whether you have a wall full of records or you're just starting out with your first turntable, Waxlore is an invitation to slow down. Turn off the notifications. Give an album your full attention. Let's listen with purpose.