Album Info
Record Store Day Australia 2026 Vinyl Release
This vinyl record will be available to buy instore from 8am Saturday April 18 (Record Store Day). It will be first come first served and there are no holds or pre-orders allowed. Purchase of this record is limited to one per person (per release - you can buy as many records as you want but not multiples of the same record). Any records that are not sold over the RSD weekend will be sold online from 9am on Monday 20th April. Please note that information is constantly being updated and the following release details, album artwork and prices are subject to change.
| Artist: | Living Legends |
| Album: | The Gathering |
| Released: | Record Store Day 2026: April 18th |
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Description
In the vibrant, post-millennial landscape of independent hip-hop, few collective names commanded as much respect as the Living Legends. A monumental alliance of some of the west coast's most respected solo artists—including Murs, The Grouch, Eligh, Aesop, Bicasso, Luckyiam, Sunspot Jonz, and Arata—the crew's 2008 album, The Gathering, served as a powerful declaration of their unity and enduring relevance. the gathering was a snapshot of a legendary crew working at the peak of their collaborative power. the project masterfully weaves together the diverse styles of its eight members, moving effortlessly from the conscious storytelling of murs to the soulful, introspective flow of the grouch and eligh, and the abstract lyrical dexterity of aesop. the production, handled largely within the collective, provides a lush, sample-heavy, and distinctly west coast soundscape that perfectly complements the lyrical fireworks. tracks like the anthemic title track "the gathering" and the legendary posse cut "after hours" showcase the organic chemistry that made the living legends a seminal force in underground music. for the first time ever, this pivotal album is being officially pressed on vinyl. this highly anticipated record store day 2026 release finally delivers the gathering to the format its rich, soulful production has always deserved. this limited edition pressing is presented on striking coke bottle clear vinyl, a perfect visual complement to the album's crisp, refreshing sound. a crucial artifact of independent hip-hop history, the gathering on vinyl is an essential addition for fans who have supported the living legends for decades and a must-have for vinyl collectors looking to own a tangible piece of the era's best crew collaborations. don't miss the chance to own this definitive, first-ever vinyl pressing of a true underground classic. Tracklist 1. The Gathering | 2. She Wants Me | 3. Pants on Fire | 4. War & Peace | 5. Luva Changer | 6. Samba | 7. After Hours (Extended Euro Mix)
Info About Buying Vinyl From Our Record Store
- We are a small independent record store located at 211 High St, Preston in Melbourne, Australia (North of Northcote, between Thornbury & Reservoir)
- We buy and sell new and used vinyl records - if you have a collection you'd like to sell please click here.
- We ship Australia wide for a flat rate of $10 for standard shipping or $15 for express post.
- Free Shipping for orders $150 and over.
- You can also pick up your order in store, just select Local Pickup at the checkout.
- We also ship internationally - prices vary depending on weight and location.
- We ship vinyls in thick, rigid carboard mailers with a crushable zone on either side, and for extra safety we bubble wrap the records.
- In stock vinyl is usally shipped next business day, please check the availability field at the top of the product page to see whether the record is currently in stock or if it is available from the supplier as well as estimated shipping times.
- If you order an in stock item together with a pre order or back order (listed as available from supplier rather than in stock) then the order will be shipped together when all items arrive. If you would like the in stock items shipped first please place two separate orders or contact us to arrange shipping items separately.
- We are strongly committed to customer satisfaction. If you experience any problems with your order contact us so we can rectify the situation. If the record arrives damaged or doesn't arrive we will cover the cost of replacing or returning the record.
- If you change your mind you have 30 days to return your record but you must cover the cost of returning it to the store.
- You can contact our Melbourne record shop at (03) 9939 3807 or at info@funkyduckvinyl.com
- Happy Listening!