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Great to see you back, and I'm happy you had such a fun time recharging. And that record store! Zaharias alone sounds like it was worth the trip. Looking forward to seeing what's up for grabs on the 21st!

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thanks so much, kevin! highly recommend greece if you can ever go for a true vacation. got some good things coming up on the 21st but let me know if there is anything YOU want to see in the sale and i'll see what i can dig up!

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Love this post, Kadrian, and glad you had a sweet break! Looks amazing, as does Zaharias!

This summer, I’ve been spinning a lot of Hermanos Gutierrez - so chill and atmospheric - and had the luck of seeing them last weekend in Amsterdam!

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thanks so much, rich! i love hermanos gutierrez! they've been on rotation this summer too and i'm sure an Amsterdam show was incredible (makes sense with your Platypus Records post which was awesome). also, i just listened to Hermanos Gutierrez on one of my favorite podcasts IDENTIFIED. It's hosted by Nabil Ayers, Roy Ayers' son, who has an incredible memoir that I highly recommend too - https://open.spotify.com/episode/2prZE0DfJPMzssinASkw3O?si=87d5f4de0dde453a

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Thanks man, will check this out now. They certainly have a tight brotherly bond and seem like such cool guys! Came out to meet fans after the gig - very humble 👌

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Thanks for sharing. This record shop will def. be on the list, next time I visit Athens.

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so glad you'll be able to check them out and support!

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The landscape looks stunning... that sea! I'm so glad you had such a nice and well-deserved break.

I have yet to visit Greece but I know the first place I'll be visiting when I first set foot in Athens... that store must be to die for!

Now, enjoy the new records while you unpack (classic, isn't it?) and good luck with the sale!!

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you would LOVE Greece! the island weather, the cuisine, the views and the ocean. it was just so peaceful. Athens is a pure top notch hustle bustle city and so fun. so many records to listen to and unpack hahah. thanks andres!

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Awesome post! When I was living in Athens, Zaharias was one of my regular visits every weekend.

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oh that is so awesome! what other stores did you check out in Athens? thx for sharing1

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It's been 14 years since I moved out of the country but when it comes to specialisation, focus and dedication on specific genres (like metal and punk) the Greek record stores are top notch. These 2 links sum it up pretty well :

https://www.thisisathens.org/shopping/record-stores-guide

https://www.vinylworld.org/record-stores/athens-greece/

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