Archive of Contemporary Music
@arcmusicny.bsky.social
Largest collection of popular music in the world. The ARChive of Contemporary Music is a not-for-profit music library and archive located in New York City. Join us: arcmusic.org.
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Just in time for Election Day - this crazy t-shirt from long time friend & donor, Nina B. As always, thank you, Nina!
#tinaturner
#dwightdeisenhower
#electionday
#tinaturner
#dwightdeisenhower
#electionday
November 4, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Just in time for Election Day - this crazy t-shirt from long time friend & donor, Nina B. As always, thank you, Nina!
#tinaturner
#dwightdeisenhower
#electionday
#tinaturner
#dwightdeisenhower
#electionday
We wanted to highlight a fantastic recent donation from a Hudson Valley resident which you should know about. The photo below is the latest from donor William ‘Wilbur’ Houghtaling. Read all about it by clicking the link in the first comment below! And don’t forget to support the ARC!
October 8, 2025 at 4:59 PM
We wanted to highlight a fantastic recent donation from a Hudson Valley resident which you should know about. The photo below is the latest from donor William ‘Wilbur’ Houghtaling. Read all about it by clicking the link in the first comment below! And don’t forget to support the ARC!
Yes, this message is from us, The Archive of Contemporary Music. "We urge everyone to watch Seven Days In May film this evening, in preparation for the meeting tomorrow of every high ranking officer in the American Armed Services.”
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Seven Days In May (1964) Official Trailer - Burt Lancaster, Kirk Douglas Conspiracy Movie HD
YouTube video by Rotten Tomatoes Classic Trailers
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September 29, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Yes, this message is from us, The Archive of Contemporary Music. "We urge everyone to watch Seven Days In May film this evening, in preparation for the meeting tomorrow of every high ranking officer in the American Armed Services.”
youtu.be/HWL06waOAGw?...
youtu.be/HWL06waOAGw?...
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Happy #nationalvinylday to all who celebrate! Which is really just an opportunity to share this customized copy of the Rufus Thomas all-timer, Walking The Dog. We love a good decorated record label. For more oddities, one-offs, and just good old works of art, visit the Galleries link on our website.
August 12, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Happy #nationalvinylday to all who celebrate! Which is really just an opportunity to share this customized copy of the Rufus Thomas all-timer, Walking The Dog. We love a good decorated record label. For more oddities, one-offs, and just good old works of art, visit the Galleries link on our website.
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Booker T. Jones - "Representing Memphis"
YouTube video by ANTI- Records
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August 4, 2025 at 3:37 PM
We’ve been there 😎
July 11, 2025 at 10:47 PM
We’ve been there 😎
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Now playing at the @arcmusicny.bsky.social:
Can you feel the sadness in our love?
It's the only kind we're worthy of
Can you feel the madness in our hearts
As the key turns and the engine starts?
Engine starts
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6Qx...
Can you feel the sadness in our love?
It's the only kind we're worthy of
Can you feel the madness in our hearts
As the key turns and the engine starts?
Engine starts
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6Qx...
Your Daddy's Car (2020 remaster)
YouTube video by The Divine Comedy - Topic
www.youtube.com
June 2, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Now playing at the @arcmusicny.bsky.social:
Can you feel the sadness in our love?
It's the only kind we're worthy of
Can you feel the madness in our hearts
As the key turns and the engine starts?
Engine starts
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6Qx...
Can you feel the sadness in our love?
It's the only kind we're worthy of
Can you feel the madness in our hearts
As the key turns and the engine starts?
Engine starts
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6Qx...
The Ink Spots - I'll Never Smile Again
YouTube video by More than words can say
youtu.be
May 27, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Incoming! A fabulous poster collection courtesy of our own @stupefaction.bsky.social. 90% music and 10% sports, going back over a 50 year span. 🤩 Visit our website for more details - link in bio.
May 21, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Incoming! A fabulous poster collection courtesy of our own @stupefaction.bsky.social. 90% music and 10% sports, going back over a 50 year span. 🤩 Visit our website for more details - link in bio.
Another generous music book donation from our own archivist, @stupefaction.bsky.social.
What music related books & records are gathering dust on your shelves? When you’re ready, we’ll be here!
What music related books & records are gathering dust on your shelves? When you’re ready, we’ll be here!
May 8, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Another generous music book donation from our own archivist, @stupefaction.bsky.social.
What music related books & records are gathering dust on your shelves? When you’re ready, we’ll be here!
What music related books & records are gathering dust on your shelves? When you’re ready, we’ll be here!
Visit our blog (arcmusic.org/blog/17371) and read about our fearless leader’s latest finds at his local recycling center & book sale. It’s the stuff dreams are made of…or is it? 🤔 📕
May 3, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Visit our blog (arcmusic.org/blog/17371) and read about our fearless leader’s latest finds at his local recycling center & book sale. It’s the stuff dreams are made of…or is it? 🤔 📕
Thanks to Paul at the Clubhouse Recording Studio in Rhinebeck NY for the studio tour & support for the Archive of Contemporary Music! We’re loving guitarist @earlslick.bsky.social’s road case! 😍
April 24, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Thanks to Paul at the Clubhouse Recording Studio in Rhinebeck NY for the studio tour & support for the Archive of Contemporary Music! We’re loving guitarist @earlslick.bsky.social’s road case! 😍
For Record Store Day
April 12, 2025 at 2:21 PM
For Record Store Day
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Iggy and the Stooges - I Got A Right (Original Version)
YouTube video by mantishandz
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March 18, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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Makin’ Irish stew with Lawrence Welk 🍀
March 17, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Makin’ Irish stew with Lawrence Welk 🍀
Two weeks from today! ⚾️ 👏
March 13, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Two weeks from today! ⚾️ 👏
Lets go back in time 43 years: At the time, Archive founder Bob George, was making regular appearances on John Peel's BBC radio show. Here's a fascinating snapshot from July of 1982 giving us a "you are there" view of the post punk music scene of the time.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xr33...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xr33...
Bob George on John Peel, July 21, 1982
YouTube video by The Archive of Contemporary Music
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February 18, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Lets go back in time 43 years: At the time, Archive founder Bob George, was making regular appearances on John Peel's BBC radio show. Here's a fascinating snapshot from July of 1982 giving us a "you are there" view of the post punk music scene of the time.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xr33...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xr33...
What will happen to YOUR record collection when you're gone? Support ARC with YOUR tax deductible donation. Visit www.every.org/arcmusic.
February 11, 2025 at 5:41 PM
What will happen to YOUR record collection when you're gone? Support ARC with YOUR tax deductible donation. Visit www.every.org/arcmusic.
News Navigator: My dad listens to music on large black discs. What are they?
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News Navigator: My dad listens to music on large black discs. What are they? - The Mainichi
The Mainichi Shimbun answers some common questions readers may have about the recent resurgence of vinyl records in Japan and abroad.
mainichi.jp
February 10, 2025 at 8:13 PM
News Navigator: My dad listens to music on large black discs. What are they?
mainichi.jp/english/arti...
mainichi.jp/english/arti...
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I think this was the first time The Message by Grandmaster Flash & the Furious Five was played on UK radio (or at least Radio 1). Bob George is still around happy to say: arcmusic.org - @arcmusicny.bsky.social
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February 10, 2025 at 3:45 PM
I think this was the first time The Message by Grandmaster Flash & the Furious Five was played on UK radio (or at least Radio 1). Bob George is still around happy to say: arcmusic.org - @arcmusicny.bsky.social
www.lohud.com/story/news/l...
www.lohud.com/story/news/l...
We are sorry to report the death of artist, Rutherford Chang, best known in record collector circles as the “We Buy White Albums” guy. Visit @webuywhitealbums on Instagram.
Read his obit at www.nytimes.com/2025/02/09/a..., and visit his website here: www.rutherfordchang.com/white.html
Read his obit at www.nytimes.com/2025/02/09/a..., and visit his website here: www.rutherfordchang.com/white.html
February 10, 2025 at 6:29 PM
We are sorry to report the death of artist, Rutherford Chang, best known in record collector circles as the “We Buy White Albums” guy. Visit @webuywhitealbums on Instagram.
Read his obit at www.nytimes.com/2025/02/09/a..., and visit his website here: www.rutherfordchang.com/white.html
Read his obit at www.nytimes.com/2025/02/09/a..., and visit his website here: www.rutherfordchang.com/white.html
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Its Sunday morning. Enjoy some punk rock record labels.
#subterraneanrecords
#alternativetentacles
#touchandgorecords
#crassrecords
#meatmen
#feartheband
#mdc
#flipper
#crass
#subterraneanrecords
#alternativetentacles
#touchandgorecords
#crassrecords
#meatmen
#feartheband
#mdc
#flipper
#crass
February 9, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Its Sunday morning. Enjoy some punk rock record labels.
#subterraneanrecords
#alternativetentacles
#touchandgorecords
#crassrecords
#meatmen
#feartheband
#mdc
#flipper
#crass
#subterraneanrecords
#alternativetentacles
#touchandgorecords
#crassrecords
#meatmen
#feartheband
#mdc
#flipper
#crass