More than a record store. Since 1976.
The year 2026 marks five decades of Rough Trade. From a small shop on West London's Kensington Park Road to a global community of music heads, it’s been half a century of backing counterculture, celebrating the physical format and championing creativity. We exist to serve the die-hards and the curious alike - fiercely independent, always chasing what’s next.
This is 50.
50 Years of Rough Trade
Drop One: 1976-1985
50 Records for 50 Years - one for each year Rough Trade has been open, featuring an exclusive vinyl pressing, with special bonus material: unique liner notes, stories, and fresh interviews.
We are starting with 1976–1985: Patti Smith, The Clash, Dr. Alimantado, The Specials, Young Marble Giants, Brian Eno and David Byrne, Cabaret Voltaire, Cocteau Twins, Sade and The Fall.
Rough Trade Club: Essential
Join Our Club
Each month, receive a Rough Trade Exclusive vinyl album from our 50th Anniversary series, as well as access to Club benefits including free shipping, select priority event access and special discounts. Limited to 500 subscribers only.*
January to March drop includes special editions from Cocteau Twins, Brian Eno and David Byrne and The Specials.
*Please note that while Rough Trade Exclusive 50th Edition vinyl will not be exclusive to Rough Trade Club: Essential subscribers, we are limiting the subscription plan to only 500 subscribers in total, guaranteeing those who sign up will receive 12 titles from the curation.
