A key insight many record store guests do not fully appreciate is that a significant portion of today’s rare record trading happens online. As a record store owner two-thirds of my sales…
Before I start, know this. You are unique. No one-size-fits-all approach is right for you. Even when you develop a good method for finding rare records, you must evolve with the changing…
If the experience of being the founder of Glitter Records has taught me one thing it is this. Having a vision for your business is vital. What is more, specific, measurable, achievable,…
Curating a record store is inherently philosophical. It involves seeing music not merely as a product but as a reflection of human experience and emotion. At Glitter Records, my curation approach is…
Good music! As the owner of Glitter Records in Brisbane, the best part of my day arrives when I encounter undiscovered gems. In a world saturated with dogmatic musical opinions and trend-chasing,…
The Glitter and Gold is an Australian publication with a unique perspective on music, culture and current events. Our mission is to uncover a deeper understanding of human nature through embracing the…
Gucci celebrates its history. Yet the fashion house’s image has been anything but fixed. Over Gucci’s century-long hold on the popular imagination, the Italian luxury empire has undergone a startling number of…
The music of Tame Impala is constantly evolving. And so too is the fashion of Kevin Parker. Consider the fresh-faced 24-year-old in a Jimi Hendrix headband performing at Coachella in 2011. He…
Whether this latest Gucci collection reminds you of a disco era Mick Jagger, a guest at a decadent Tom Ford party, or a scene from Olivia Rodrigo‘s Sour prom, one thing is…
Australian anime characters are rare. Nevertheless, the nation’s culture has found its way into a number of notable anime series. Often in surprising ways. Before we continue, Australians be warned. Some of…