New Album Releases & Arrivals July 18, 2025

July’s heating up, and so is the vinyl release schedule. Whether you're deep into ‘90s hip-hop, lo-fi video game vibes, Japanese electronica, or new-wave pop, the July 18 drop is stacked with must-grabs. From long-awaited collabs to deluxe reissues and color variants that'll pop on your shelf, this week’s vinyl drops are all about depth, nostalgia, and vibe curation. Let’s dig into the stacks.

Alex Warren – You'll Be Alright Kid (White Color) Vinyl LP

Emotional, raw, and undeniably modern, Alex Warren’s debut LP You'll Be Alright Kid gets a clean white vinyl pressing this week. Known for his vulnerable songwriting and social media stardom, Warren’s music speaks directly to Gen Z’s heartbreak and hope.

• Stunning white vinyl makes it a collector’s standout

• Honest lyrics paired with arena-sized production—think Lauv meets The Kid LAROI

• Limited pressing: once it’s gone, it’s gone

Amyl & The Sniffers – Amyl & The Sniffers (Self-Titled) Vinyl LP

Aussie punk energy at its most chaotic and glorious. The self-titled debut from Amyl & The Sniffers is back on wax, bringing thunderous riffs and the relentless snarl of frontwoman Amy Taylor right to your turntable.

• Explosive punk energy with a classic rock sneer

• A critical darling that kicked off their international rise

• Essential for fans of IDLES, The Chats, and early Yeah Yeah Yeahs

The Beatnuts – Stone Crazy (Limited Edition Deluxe Blue & Yellow Splatter Color) Vinyl LP

A total underground hip-hop gem, Stone Crazy from The Beatnuts finally gets the deluxe treatment it deserves. This blue & yellow splatter edition is as bold as the beats.

• East Coast ‘90s boom-bap at its most colorful and clever

• Deluxe pressing with restored artwork and upgraded audio

• Features “Off the Books” with Big Pun—enough said

The Beatnuts – Street Level (Limited Edition Deluxe Red & Yellow Color) Vinyl LP

Their 1994 debut is the definition of raw. Now reissued in a limited red & yellow deluxe color variant, Street Levelcaptures The Beatnuts at their funkiest and grimiest.

• Dirty loops, deep crates, and punchline-heavy flows

• Rare color variant for collectors and die-hards alike

• Still sounds fresh three decades later

The Beatnuts – Street Level Vinyl LP

Prefer your vinyl classic black? The standard edition of Street Level also drops this week for those who just want that analog sound without the frills.

• Original vibes, original artwork

• No-fuss pressing for purists

• A foundational ‘90s hip-hop record

DOOMSTARKS (MF DOOM & Ghostface Killah) – Swift and Changeable Vol. 1 (Blue Color) Vinyl LP

Finally, Swift and Changeable lands. Long-rumored, often mythologized, this project from MF DOOM and Ghostface Killah is pure alchemy. Vol. 1 comes on blue wax, and it’s every bit as grimy and glorious as you’d hope.

• Two of hip-hop’s most elusive legends, one record

• Dense wordplay, villainous beats, and raw chemistry

• First-time physical release—an instant collector’s item

Eddie Marianukroh – Chained Echoes (Original Game Soundtrack) (Multicolor) Vinyl LP

A lush soundtrack to one of indie gaming’s standout RPGs, Chained Echoes gets a stunning multicolor pressing. Marianukroh’s score is as emotionally resonant as the game itself.

• Orchestral fantasy meets synth textures

• Gorgeous multicolor vinyl for visual and sonic immersion

• Perfect for game soundtrack collectors and VGM lovers

El Michels Affair – Say Goodbye b/w Mágica Vinyl 7"

El Michels keeps it cool with a fresh 7-inch. “Say Goodbye” blends cinematic soul with dusty grooves, while “Mágica” rides a psych-funk wave straight out of a lost 1970s film score.

• Perfect for crate-diggers and soul samplers

• Classic Big Crown flavor in a bite-sized 7" format

• Limited pressing, don't snooze

Giveon – Beloved Vinyl LP

Giveon’s baritone returns on Beloved, his most introspective and polished album yet. Expect emotional minimalism, late-night vibes, and heart-on-sleeve lyricism.

• Smooth R&B that feels cinematic and personal

• Pressed to vinyl for the first time—hear the textures breathe

• A must-own for fans of Frank Ocean, dvsn, and Brent Faiyaz

Lofi VGM – Video Game Lofi: Final Fantasy Vinyl LP

Chill out with lo-fi takes on Final Fantasy classics. This release reimagines Nobuo Uematsu’s legendary compositions through dreamy beats and atmospheric textures.

• The ultimate background music for studying or gaming

• High-quality pressing with ethereal album art

• Essential for fans of both lo-fi and JRPGs

The Marías – Superclean Vol. I & II Vinyl LP

Two dreamy EPs come together on one vinyl LP. Superclean showcases The Marías’ hazy blend of alt-pop, bossa nova, and soul, wrapped in velvet production.

• Hypnotic vocals and lush arrangements

• First time both EPs are combined on vinyl

• Great entry point if you’re new to The Marías

Quincy Jones – Walking In Space Vinyl LP

Quincy Jones' Walking In Space is back in circulation—an essential jazz-funk fusion record with cinematic flair. From lush strings to spaced-out grooves, this one still knocks.

• Jazz heads and beatmakers, take note

• Features killer covers of “Killer Joe” and “Dead End”

• A gateway into Quincy’s groundbreaking late-‘60s work

Quincy Jones – You've Got It Bad Girl Vinyl LP

More essential Quincy. You've Got It Bad Girl is pure vibe: Stevie Wonder covers, funky instrumentals, and lush arrangements that predate hip-hop’s sampling heyday.

• Features “Summer in the City”—sampled by The Pharcyde

• A smooth, sultry late-night listen

• Timeless energy for any record collection

Rika Kayama – Technostalgia Vinyl LP

A sleeper synth-pop gem out of Japan, Technostalgia fuses retro-futurist vibes with shoegaze softness. Think Cornelius meets M83 in a Tokyo arcade.

• Dreamy, synth-heavy production with a wistful edge

• Beautifully pressed for audiophile-level clarity

• Limited Japanese import—rare and worth it

Role Model – Kansas Anymore (The Longest Goodbye) (Canary Yellow Color) Vinyl LP

Role Model’s latest is heartbreak and healing in one LP. Kansas Anymore pairs his signature sad-boy pop with more mature songwriting and production growth.

• Canary yellow pressing to match the sunlit sadness

• Hooks that hit just right after midnight

• For fans of Conan Gray, FINNEAS, and Jeremy Zucker

Salty Miller – Album #1 Vinyl LP

A true underground curiosity, Album #1 by Salty Miller brings outsider indie-folk charm with lo-fi warmth and poetic weirdness.

• Folk storytelling with Daniel Johnston-level vulnerability

• Lo-fi production that feels handmade

• One of the quirkiest drops this summer

Stella – Adagio (Pink Color) Vinyl LP

Slow, dreamy, and cinematic, Adagio by Stella is synth-pop for slow mornings and stargazing nights. The pink color vinyl makes this even more of a vibe.

• A blend of ambient textures and soft vocals

• Pink vinyl pressing matches the album’s gentle tone

• For fans of Men I Trust and Beach House

Towa Tei – Ah!! (Clear Sky Blue Color) Vinyl LP

Former Deee-Lite member Towa Tei is back with Ah!!, another kaleidoscope of house, lounge, and glitchy grooves. Pressed on clear sky blue vinyl, this one’s pure Tokyo cool.

• A genre-bending trip from a true electronic innovator

• Playful, weird, and impossibly stylish

• Gorgeous pressing from one of Japan’s electronic legends

World of Warcraft – 20 Years of Music (Seasons of Azeroth) Vinyl LP Boxset

Celebrate 20 years of World of Warcraft with this epic vinyl boxset. Seasons of Azeroth covers two decades of orchestral soundscapes, raids, and victory fanfares.

• Massive collector’s box with multiple LPs and artwork

• An immersive journey through WoW’s musical legacy

• Ideal for longtime players and soundtrack collectors

This July 18 drop is loaded. Whether you're looking to fill a hip-hop hole in your collection (DOOMSTARKS, Beatnuts), kick back with dreamy indie (Stella, The Marías), or dive into pure nostalgia (Final Fantasy, WoW), there's something here that deserves a place on your shelf—and your needle.

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