Looks are important when buying a record player. An attractive turntable can liven up a room, and that's precisely what Pro-Ject Audio's T1 BT does. This makes a perfect gift for any music lover and another reason to keep vinyl alive.

Think Super Bowl half time show, but two hours worth. It's a collaboration of tracks including Snoop, Dre. Dre, The Notorious B.I.G, 2PAC, Mary J. Blige and more compiled by our talented friend Charlie Reyes of Audio Culture.

Music helps you escape and this playlist does just that. Perfect for when on a boat, prepping for dinner or just hanging at home, press play and enjoy.

As the name appropriately suggests, this is where the cool kids go to check out music. Located on the 2nd floor of a restaurant in DC Cool Kids Vinyl also has an online presence - a great place for music and music history.