Record Store Day will now spread out its releases across three days-August 29, September 26, and October 24-but the 25th anniversary reschedule is yet to be determined.Īccording to Ross, Last Stop has continued receiving support from the community throughout the pandemic.Ī CLASSIC TENT Visit Last Stop at the 605 Summer Classic at Cherapa Place in downtown Sioux Falls on August 8 from noon to 4 p.m. was even going to create a special beer for the occasion. The day’s itinerary included Record Store Day releases, on-site food options, an ice cream truck, live music, and an array of vendors. On that same day, Deutz had a busy schedule planned for the company’s 25th anniversary. ![]() It’s all very creative and very much THE SAME.” – COREY ROSSīack on April 18, Last Stop was gearing up for Record Store Day. “It’s cool to be surrounded by people who are fans of things I don’t fully appreciate or understand, but I can understand why they appreciate it and be a part of that, too. Memories from a month ago and memories from over a decade ago. The paper sleeves that cover much of the stock at the store are covered in memories scrawled across them, said Deutz. “It’s very rewarding to see people pick up an album and see the same smile on their face when they’re looking through the track list, remembering a song, how old they were when they first heard that song or who they were with or what was going on in their life,” expressed Ross. And that is Ross’ favorite category of the store’s merchandise: music. While the newest systems, games, music, and movies release frequently, the crew at Last Stop has seen nostalgia resurface in several categories as well.įrom ‘90s Nintendo consoles to the PS4 and back again, they say fascinations change just as they have with vinyl records and CDs. Though the inventory has been changing over the years, Ross loves to see how inventory cycles. ![]() During a typical month, “ White Wall Sessions” records local and regional bands in the studio where an intimate crowd can purchase tickets to watch the taping and have a beverage (or two). “Nobody else has all of those things under one roof.”īOTTOM FLOOR Experience the bottom floor of Last Stop on 10th Street, where Last Stop Studios and Post Pilgrim Art Gallery are located. “We’re kinda unique in the sense the items that we have in one place are unique to just our store,” said Ross. The company, which is known for buying and selling inventory like CDs, movies, games, and books, also has new and used vinyl records, electronics, and more. “That’s made my job really easy,” said Deutz. ![]() “It’s pretty addicting.”Īfter 25 years of owning and operating the two stores in Sioux Falls and, at times, locations in other towns, Brian Deutz says he’s thrilled with the staff he’s maintained. “A lot of us joke about how it’s ridiculous that we get paid to do this for a living, joking about having to find a real job,” laughed Ross. Of the 11 full-time employees, the most recent hire was in 2011, nine years ago. “It’s like working with family.”Īnd just like with family, every time you stroll into the store, you can expect to see familiar faces. “Once you find somewhere like that, I think understand how unique it is to find a job that you love going to,” said Ross.
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