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April brings a breath of fresh air — and this month has a lot in store. Alongside a wide range of exciting releases, stories, and events, one major highlight takes center stage: Record Store Day 2026 on April 18. A day that stands like no other for the culture, community, and passion surrounding vinyl — and of course, it will be celebrated accordingly at HHV.

A true anniversary is not to be missed: 30 years of “Flashnizm” by Absolute Beginner. A milestone in German hip-hop that continues to resonate and has shaped entire generations. Three decades later, the album remains a cornerstone of the scene — and a piece of music history that still feels relevant today.

Also look forward to special HHV Exclusive releases from Oh!, Oddisee & Heno, and Juju Rogers — carefully curated and only available through us.

There’s also fresh reading material in the HHV Mag: we take a closer look at Momoko Gill and her artistic vision, as well as the J.A.W Party in Berlin. And of course, you’ll find Reviews of the most important current releases.

And naturally: our store events in April. With artists like Arlo Parks, DJ OONOPS, Fjaak, Conductor Williams, and many more, this month also delivers standout moments live.

You’ll find even more exciting news, as always, further down in this newsletter and on our website.

Have fun diggin’