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Ditch the digital and explore Beat's epic Vinyl selection.

🚪 Between Worlds: Liminality and Threshold Emotion in Dark Ambient . AI-Generated.
There’s a moment before the dream begins. There’s a breath between the inhale and the exhale. There’s a hallway, a mist, a doorway not yet stepped through.
By Yokai Circle6 months ago in Beat
A Rainbow In Curved Air
Introduction I stole the title from the Terry Riley minimalist piece, but this was kicked off because I saw a post by the band's original violinist, Darryl Way, in a Progressive Music group that I am a member of here:
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 6 months ago in Beat
🗺️ Sound as a Place: How Music Becomes Emotional Geography . AI-Generated.
Close your eyes. Think of the last song that truly moved you. Now think: Where did it take you? Not just emotionally—but physically, spatially. Did it drop you into a rainy city at midnight? A sunlit rooftop in summer? An empty bedroom at 2AM? Did it make you feel like you were somewhere else entirely—maybe even a place that doesn’t exist?
By The Yume Collective6 months ago in Beat
☀️ Dreamy Summer Vibes Vol. 1 . AI-Generated.
When the air gets warmer and the days stretch a little longer, there’s an unspoken magic that settles over everything. It’s in the quiet stillness of early morning light, the soft hum of a fan in the background, or the way sunlight dances on your skin during a lazy walk home. Dreamy Summer Vibes Vol. 1, the latest compilation from The Yume Collective, captures that magic in musical form.
By The Yume Collective6 months ago in Beat
Classic 70s Albums: At The Speed of Sound- Wings
At The Speed of Sound- Wings (1976) Are you a fan of Paul McCartney? 🎶❤️ Wings was a British-American rock group that rose to popularity during the 70s. Led by singer/songwriter Paul McCartney of the Beatles, the band consisted of Paul, his wife Linda, Denny Seiwell, and Denny Laine. However, the band has cycled through many different members. Band on the Run, another popular album by the band, is a prime example of this, showcasing the talents of many different musicians into one amazing experience.
By Slgtlyscatt3red7 months ago in Beat
Why Is My Vinyl Floor Turning Yellow? Causes and Fixes
Have you ever wondered why your floor is becoming yellow after gazing down at your once-beautiful Luxury Vinyl Tiles? You're not by yourself! This enigmatic issue has been encountered by numerous homeowners in the Vinyl Flooring UK market. Vinyl floors may eventually turn yellow as a result of exposure to sunlight, chemical reactions, or even moisture buildup. We'll identify the cunning perpetrators of this problem and, most importantly, how to resolve it in this article. Whether it's a straightforward cleaning technique or a comprehensive restoration, you'll know just how to keep your vinyl flooring looking as good as the day it was put in. Let's restore that radiance!
By Matt Cook7 months ago in Beat
Sh*t I Could Watch Over and Over and Do # 14
"I'm the last man talking to the first machine. And I don't know which one of us is real." — Unknown Everyone knows already that robots are superior, far superior to mankind: and damn if they don't smell better. Furthermore, robots are going to rise up, like in Karel Čapek's classic 1920 science fiction play R.U.R., and destroy Western civilization quicker than you can say "Great Satan." Furthermore, robot chicks do it better, baby, particularly if they're covered in breathable latex. Can you think of another partner to be with who can, quite literally, turn on "vibrate" mode at the drop of the proverbial switch?
By Tom Baker7 months ago in Beat
The Do’s and Don’ts of Cleaning Laminate Floors
When it comes to laminate flooring, there is a thin line between very clean and a big mess. It looks good, feels nice to walk on, and costs less than wood, but laminate does not take well to cleaning errors. One wrong move with a wet mop or mean cleaner, and boom—your great floors will start warping. I have put together the best do's and don'ts to help keep your laminate floors looking top-notch with no worry.
By Matt Cook7 months ago in Beat
Why Is Vinyl Flooring Used?
Even amid industry standards like ceramic tile, plank wood, engineered wood, and laminate flooring, vinyl flooring has unquestionably proven to be the most popular of all the various segments in the floor covering industry today. Vinyl, sometimes referred to as resilient flooring, has established itself as a venerable flooring system for a variety of reasons.
By Matt Cook8 months ago in Beat
Does Twelve Inches Satisfy You?
Introduction In the 1970s, the vinyl record industry faced a shortage due to the oil crisis of 1973, which led to increased costs for the raw materials used to produce vinyl records. This resulted in thinner, less durable records being produced and, in some cases, delays or cutbacks in new releases. The shortage also impacted the quality of records, with some labels opting for cheaper pressing materials to reduce costs.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 8 months ago in Beat
How to Maintain Vinyl Flooring in a Moisture-Prone Bathroom
If you know the appropriate tips, maintaining bathroom vinyl flooring is easier than you might imagine. Vinyl is revolutionary for bathrooms as opposed to traditional tiles that require constant cleaning or timber flooring that distorts when wet. Don't be duped, though! Water resistance does not imply that it requires no upkeep. Ignoring basic maintenance procedures might lead to mould growth, discolouration, or even flaking edges. I'll show you simple, hassle-free methods in this article to maintain your vinyl flooring -ready for many years to come, keeping it looking new, tidy, and fashionable. I can help you with humidity control, water damage prevention, and maintaining that sheen. Want to make your bathroom floor last? Let's jump in!
By Matt Cook8 months ago in Beat
Gangster Rap Never Died: The Eternal Legacy of Tupac, Biggie, DMX, and the Kings Who Built a Genre
From the streets of Compton to the corners of Bed-Stuy, from ‘90s boomboxes to streaming playlists today, gangster rap never really left. It just evolved — shaped by blood, politics, police sirens, and poetry scrawled on the back of legal pads in smoky studios.
By Rukka Nova8 months ago in Beat