2. Johnnie Guarnieri
Extended Play (EP) Record
This record is extended play because it says
so on the packaging.
Seriously though, this record features four
songs. Two per side which is double the
standard single record, but far less than a
long play (LP) or full-length album. The
average EP contained four to five songs, and
lasted in total 25 to 30 minutes
(LANDR, 2022).
Songs include:
• Nobody’s Sweetheart
• Mean to Me
• Jealous
• Exactly Like You
3. I found this interesting
Like a good book, and
probably bad as well,
on the back was listed
many other EPs, but
from a multitude of
artists.
4. Not only an LP, but a
double LP
The LP or Long Play album was the standard.
Each side could hold about 23 minutes of
Music or 46 minutes per album. The double
LP gave artists 92 minutes of play time
(LANDR, 2022).
Pink Floyd’s The Wall was an iconic
psychedelic rock album that helped
spur and entire genre of hallucinogenic
inspired music. This album even
spurred a movie .
*Authors Note: You do not need to be
high to understand The Wall. It is just
an excuse people use to get high.
5. Questions And Answers
Me: Do you offer consignment to indie artists?
Owner: Absolutely.
Me: Do you ever get visited by marketing reps from record labels
Owner: No, that hasn’t happened as of yet. We have only been open for about six months.
Me: Is there really a need or demand for physical media in today’s market with the digital
streaming services?
Owner: Actually, there is a good demand for 180-gram vinyl.
Me: But is that a niche market or is it fairly widespread?
Owner: Vinyl sales have overtaken CDs, and a wide variety of people are buying them. Not just the
DJs.
Me: It says online you do a live music open mic nights.
8. Record Store Day
Finds
Sadly, this store did not have any
record store day exclusives. Whether it
was how new the store was, or that
they sold a lot of used records, and did
not have any in stock, I am not sure.
The owner just said that he did not
have any at the moment.
10. Promotional
Items
The only promotional items
At this time is for Carlo Ditta.
He is primarily known as a talented record
Producer, and Orleans Records, his label, has a past roster
that is quite impressive. He is also a talented rhythm and blues artist himself. This
event is for the free concert series hosted by the Old Arabi Lighthouse Records and
Books (Hunt, 2023).
Full disclosure – this was an old event that happened Easter weekend.
Upcoming events include Beth Patterson, Mike Darby, and PH Fred.
11. Record Store Day
Finds
Sadly, this store did not have any
record store day exclusives. Whether it
was how new the store was, or that
they sold a lot of used records, and did
not have any in stock, I am not sure.
The owner just said that he did not
have any at the moment.
12. Reflection
s
After getting to know Jim briefly at Old Arabi
Lighthouse Records and Books, I would definitely
consider this location for an indie artist’s album
release. Not only is the owner a great and
hospitable guy, but the store also has a great vibe
to it. Plus, it has a separate area for the artist to
meet and socialize with potential and existing
fans.
13. Reference
s
Facebook. (2023). Log into Facebook. Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/people/Old-Arabi-Lighthouse-
Records-and-Books/100087483904958/
Hunt. (2023). Carlo Ditta Live at old arabi lighthouse records and books: 234 Mehle Ave, Arabi, LA 70032-
1054, United States: April 8, 2023. 234 Mehle Ave, Arabi, LA 70032-1054, United States, April 8, 2023.
https://hunthalloween.com/event/carlo-ditta-live-at-old-arabi-lighthouse-records-and-books-
eid4a7cbgtjde
LANDR. (2022, December 15). Album formats: What’s The difference between an lp, EP, and a single? LANDR
Blog. https://blog.landr.com/album-formats/
