For Christmas, Etienne, Benoit and I decided to put a little spin on a gift exchange and we decided to exchange vinyl records. While I collect some vinyl records, I have to say I am not in the same league as Etienne or Benoit.
We met at Le Troquet last night for the exchange. Unfortunately for me, I ended up buying Benoit a Barbarella soundtrack which he had picked up two weeks ago, but no matter, I would like it for my collection so I ended up with my own copy!
Etienne ended up picking me up this album from Plants and Animals. I love listening to bands that are new to me and upon first spin, it was a pretty good listen.
Benoit ended up picking me up the latest Lisa Leblanc album. It is primarily (all?) English songs compared to her usual french albums. I am excited to give this a spin as I had caught her playing a fierce version of Motorhead’s Ace of Spades at Folk Festival a few years back.
Etienne surprised Benoit and I with our very own copy of the Reverb Syndicate’s Odyssey album. Our friend Mike plays in this fine, fine group of musicians and I have to say, this is my favourite album of theirs.
All in all, I would have to say that the vinyl exchange was a great success and a fun after work event with Etienne and Benoit.