👉 EMIL_ The award for record stores honours the best of the best. In addition to the exposure that comes with the award ceremony, all winners will receive prize money.

👉 All stores that meet the criteria can apply until 🗓️ August 8, 2025. Further information can be found on the websites of EMIL_ and VUT.

We celebrate independent shops that live and breathe vinyl culture: with passion, attitude and a keen sense of music as a physical experience. 

Whether you’re a record shop owner or a vinyl fan who spends hours rummaging through boxes and trusts the person behind the counter more than any algorithm – now is your chance!

👉 Record stores can now apply easily via the EMIL_ application portal.

👉 Think we’re looking for your favourite store? Let EMIL_ know – or tag it here in the comments.

The award is organised by the Association of Independent Music Entrepreneurs (VUT) in cooperation with the Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and the Media.