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Counter Culture E12: Rough Trade NYC’s Natalie recommends ‘F.I.G’ by @Naomi Scott. Counter Culture is a weekly series spotlighting the records that shape conversations across our stores. The simple joy of putting someone onto something great.

90s grunge energy with a refreshing and modern tone. London-based Dubliners @Bleech 9:3 brought their heavy and distinctly raw energy to Rough Trade East last week, celebrating their striking self-titled EP, out now via @Polydor Records. A name to watch. Photos by @James

Who are the nominees for this year’s Mercury Prize? Back in Newcastle for it’s second year outside of London, the award is for the best album of the year. From Dave to Olivia Dean to War Child Records, who’s your winner and who’s missing from the list of nominees? @Mercury Prize #RoughTrade #mercuryprize2026 #bestalbum #raye #paulmccartney

In July of 1977, David Bowie recorded ‘Heroes’, the only album of his iconic Berlin Trilogy to be completely recorded in the city. Hansa Studios has since become a symbol of West Berlin’s magnetic pull - with not only Bowie recording there but Iggy Pop, Depeche Mode and many more. Tell us your favourite David Bowie trivia in the comments ⚡️ #RoughTrade #musictrivia #davidbowie #berlin #hansastudios

In light of 25 years of ‘Is This It’ Paddy from the Rough Trade office ranks the tracklist of The Stroke’s stellar debut. Did he get the order right? 👇 #RoughTrade #TheStrokes #IndieMusic #AlbumRanking #RecordStore @The Strokes @RCA Records

Unbox Charli XCX’s Rough Trade Exclusive ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ with us😎 So much has gone into every detail. How do you think the record compares to Brat? #RoughTrade #charlixcx #popmusic #musicfashionfilm #vinylcollectors

It's now over 15 years since we lost Amy Winehouse. Part of Amy's enduring brilliance lay in her ability to honour the music that shaped her while transforming those influences into a voice and style unlike anyone else's. Here we celebrate just some of the music she admired. May her legacy continue to inspire and teach us.

Counter Culture E11: Rough Trade Bristol’s Connor recommends Tigers Jaw’s ‘Lost On You’. Counter Culture is a weekly series spotlighting the records shaping conversation across our stores. The simple joy of putting someone onto something great. @Hopeless Records #RoughTrade #tigersjaw #emo #albumrecommendations #musicrecs

What does rock music look like in 2026? 🎸 Being rock and roll has always been more of a spirit and an energy, than a sound, explaining why so many artists and musical styles fall under it’s umbrella. From Charli xcx’s love of The Velvet Underground to Beabadoobee’s alternative universe, artists are continuing to blur the lines of the genre and prove that rock’s spirit is bigger than any sound. What’s your favourite subgenre of rock? #RoughTrade #rockmusic #hayleywilliams #turnstile #deftones

Northern Soul was a musical movement based on rare soul records, dancing and community. In this edition of @caferoyalbooks, photographer Elaine Constantine captures the scene in the 1990s, proving Northern Soul never really disappeared. And today, a new generation is keeping it alive through revival nights across the UK. This is part of Cafe Royal Books wider series, focusing on the archival photography that captured British music scenes. Which scene should we explore next? #RoughTrade #Northe

Allow us to reintroduce ourselves. 🎸🎶 #vinyltok #recordstore #musictok #roughtrade ib: @H★NNAH