| 6.1.10 We have an exciting upcoming instore to announce. ![]() TUESDAY JUNE 29TH Thomas Function (Huntsville Punk Rock) G-Side (Huntsville Hip Hop) Show 9:30pm, Admission $6 Presented to you by Vertical House Records and Slow Motion Soundz! |
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| 4.4.10 Two of our favorite bands are coming through Huntsville and will be the next to help break in the new dance floor! We had a blast with Juiceboxxx, and now it's time to sing along with the Box Elders on Monday April 12th. We are starting summer fun early! Join us to welcome Miami to Huntsville with the Jacuzzi Boys on May 6th. We keep it cheap at $5 so there's no excuses!
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| 3.11.10 We've expanded! We are excited to officially open in our new store...which is still located in Lowe Mill/Flying Monkey. In fact, we are right across the hall from the old space! Come by and check it out. Another enticing reason is the lot of new vinyl your fingers are itching to dig through...don't deny them! To kick off the beginning of spring a few of our favorites will be playing an in-store for your listening pleasure(s) and to help break in the new space.
We owe you a HUGE thanks! Because of you we WON first place in the Valley Planet's Best of the Valley Reader's Poll (so step off Best Buy and FYE!!) and now we are hoping to get your vote in the WHNT Best of Tennessee Valley Poll. Look forward to seeing you soon! |
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| 12.01.09 Please vote for Vertical House Records in the Valley Planet's: Best of the Valley Readers Poll for 2009 (we are listed in several categories this year)! So we have finally moved our blog to a WP platform so we can have better customization (and a better address) so take a look cause we've posted some new content. Add us to your RSS feed, google reader, or what-have-you to know exactly when we post something new! Be on the lookout for our "Best of 2009" lists of albums, singles, shows, and more! We have over 100 NEW LPs in stock for the holidays! Or you can always get a gift certificate for yourself or the ones you love. For the entire month of December if you spend $100 or more, you get a $15 gift certificate FREE! Please note, this does not include stereo equipment... If you have any special requests, please get them to us by December 12th so we can get the order placed in time for the holidays. Rumor has it that Eargasms 6 is the best mix yet so be sure to pick up a copy of it for yourself and all of your friends! Or, download it here if you're an outta towner....and pass it on! Please note that all through December we are open every saturday until 6pm instead of 5pm to accomodate your shopping needs! |
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10.01.09 A huge thank you to Analog Apartment for featuring Vertical House Records on their site! Take a look around their website to get great information on all things vinyl...because if you love wax as much as we do, you'll really enjoy perusing what they have to offer. We had a blast at Gonerfest 6, and you can see the visuals here! Thanks to Goner Records for allowing a weekend of mayhem to continue for six years...can't wait for the 7th! It was great to see Nobunny again and see some of our new favorite bands for the first time. Eargasms 6 is here just in time for a last hurrah to summer and a welcome to the fall season! CLICK HERE to view the tracklisting & download it, and/or come by the record store to get your copy! Speaking of good music, you can always check out our online radio station at the Vertical House Blip.fm station. If you decide to become a DJ yourself, be sure to add us as friends! |
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6.23.09 You know it's summertime when every weekend is spent at a show. Here at Vertical House Records we are hosting one of our own: Friday July 3rd at 8pm, Free! Geoff Geis (from Pizza, Big Whup, etc) Speaking of music...now you can download "Eargasms #5" right here. Featuring: Quintron & Ms. Pussycat, Nobunny, Thomas Function, KingTuff, Jail, Jacuzzi Boys, Strange Boys, Rise Up Howling Werewolf, Pizza & more! |
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6.5.09 A huge thanks to Travis T. for illustrating the first Vertical House Records shirt (and tote) design! If you like what you see, come by the store and pick up a copy of Travis' comic zine "Drop Dead Dumb". Bamalama Fest is in full effect so don't miss it! Friday June 5th - 8pm @ Lowe Mill, 2211 Seminole Drive Goodnight Loving, Juiceboxxx, Box Elders, Digital Leather, Pink Reason, The Magic Kids Saturday June 6th - 2pm @ Bandito Burrito, 3017 Governors Drive Ryan Pits & The Boy Toys, Lil' Daggers, Church Of My Love Saturday June 6th - 8pm @ Lowe Mill, 2211 Seminole Drive Super Nice Bros, Jacuzzi Boys, The Mattoid, Wizzard Sleeve, Dan Sartain, Woven Bones Sunday June 7th - 9pm *FREE* @ Voodoo Lounge, 110 Southside Square Thomas Function, Liquor Store, The Mahonies, Sugar Gliders, Dan Satterfield's Dick Night Shows - $12, Day Show - $5 |
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5.8.09 (A belated) thanks to everyone that came out and made Record Store Day '09 a huge success! We saw many of our loyal patrons and a ton of new faces, so it was certainly a wonderful time! Check out the blog for fun pictures from all of the days of celebrating with The Goodnight Loving, Andy Dale Petty, Nobunny & Rock N' Roll Adventure Kids as well as recent photo projects we've done. Now that Summer is here in Alabama, we can expect fun shows and activities in our store and all around town. We hope to see you out and about at some or all of these events. The first festival coming up is the Second Annual BAMALAMA FEST happening the first weekend of June. |
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| 2.8.09 We would like to thank everyone who voted for us in the Valley Planet's 'Best Of The Valley' Reader's Poll! We received 3rd place in "Best Music Store" and runner up in the "Best Place To See Live Music"! Also, we added a page to our site that will host an ongoing list of new arrivals that come in the store: New Arrival LP's! And/or join our email list and you won't even have to leave the comfort of your inbox. |
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| 12.14.08 A few shows to bring in the new year coming up at Vertical House Records! We want to thank all of our customers and friends for such a great year! Friday December 19th at 8pm, $5 Christian James & The Coyotes The Endorphins Thursday January 8th at 9pm, $5 The Sugar Gliders The Uptown Bums No Babies |
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| 11.14.08 On April 18, 2009, Vertical House Records is participating in the Second Annual Record Store Day. Last year we had a great turn out, but this year we want more! So, Vertical House Records is hosting a Wax Museum! That's our fancy name for a record & cd show! So, start spreading the word and if you know of anyone that might be interested in renting a booth, send them our way! Any suggestions? Feel free to voice them! We want everyone to have a great time so we can make this an annual thing. View the Flyers: Record Store Day / Wax Museum |
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| 11.13.08 Vertical House Records just updated our online store with over 60 new records & cd's for sale! Most of which you can't find unless you see these bands live. Also, gift certificates are available in any amount! Remember Vertical House Records as you complete your holiday shopping. New items in our store: The Pine Hill Haints, Thomas Function, The Can Kickers, Rise Up Howling Werewolf, The Botticellis, The Counterclock Wise, Why Are We Building Such A Big Ship, Hurray For The Riff Raff, Revival Now, The Wednesdays, Period Three, Truthdealer, The Random Houses, The 3D's, Andy Dale Petty, The Quadrajets, The Cutters, Fault Lines, The Legendary Shack Shakers, The Natchez Shakers, The Florence Nightingales, This Bike Is A Pipe Bomb, Barnstormers, The Group Hug, Harry & The Potters, Kill The Hippies, We March, Tigers Con Queso, The Snake The Cross The Crown, & More! Check it out on the Vertical House Records Online Store. Or come to our physical store located at 2211 Seminole Drive for more selections from all sorts of genres in vinyl, cds, dvds, box sets, and more! We also sell record players, receivers, and speakers so the love of vinyl can be shared with all! Upcoming Performances: Sunday November 16th at 8pm, $5 Why Are We Building Such A Big Ship Hurray For The Riff Raff Counterclock Wise View the Flyer! Thursday December 11th at 9pm, $6 Thomas Function The Strange Boys Turbo Fruits John Barrett's Bass Drum of Death STORE HOURS Wednesday thru Friday: 12pm til' 8pm Saturday: 12pm til' 5pm |
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| 10.15.08 We've been bitten by the Love Bug. While we've been happily married for a couple of years now, we are excited to have the opportunity to capture your Special Day. Our wedding packages can fit within your budget and you can ensure your moment will live forever. View the weddings we've been blessed to capture at verticalhouse.com/weddings! |
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10.2.08 A fun last minute show added to our calendar: Monday October 20th at 8pm, $5 Japanther (Brooklyn, NY) Killer Dreamer (San Pedro, CA) View the Flyer! The Big Easy is home to many great things, including two of our favorite bands. Luckily you won't have to travel too far to see them as they are playing in our store next month! Sunday November 16th at 8pm, $6 Why Are We Building Such A Big Ship Hurray For The Riff Raff Counterclock Wise View the Flyer! NEW STORE HOURS Wednesday thru Friday: 12pm til' 8pm Saturday: 12pm til' 5pm |
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8.17.08 Looking for something fun to do with the rest of your summer? We have some shows coming up in our record store that'll be worth it. Wednesday August 20th at 9pm Digital Leather Thomas Function Saturday September 6th at 8pm Dylan Sneed William Blackart AND THE BIGGEST NEWS YET! We are putting out our very first release as Vertical House Records! Florence Alabama's own Rise Up Howling Werewolf. The 2 song 45 will be released on Wednesday September 10th...and these babies will cost only 5 bucks. Record Release Show – Monday September 22 at 9pm: Rise Up Howling Werewolf Thomas Function Eric & The Happy Thoughts Andy Dale Petty The record store will open at 8pm, admission is $5. |
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7.7.08 Whoa, we are long over due on an update...so onward. Spend your summer with wax! We are having several in-stores performances that you should mark your calender to attend...for only $5! Wednesday July 9th at 9pm The Slippery Slopes Dan Satterfield's Dick The Shinning Path Tuesday July 15th at 9pm Meth Teeth Fault Lines Wednesday August 20th at 9pm Digital Leather Thomas Function Also, check out Vertical House Eargasms - A Mixtape Series that we have been making of the items we have in stock and/or bands that have played at Vertical House Records. |
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4.20.08 Thanks to everyone that came out to Vertical House Record Store to celebrate a very successful Record Store Day with us! We had quite a fun time and I hope you did too! Can't wait to do it all again next year... In the meantime, Vertical House Record Store is having an in-store performance on Thursday, April 24th featuring Polka Madre, gypsy-punk from the street of Mexico City. Show starts at 8pm and costs only $5. Also, they are said to put on one amazing show. Speaking of shows, we're having another! April 28th at 8pm with Thomas Function, Holy Shit!, and Juiceboxxx...it'll be awesome. $6. |
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4.4.08 Spring Cleaning is upon us, and we've given our website a face lift. We were outgrowing all of those little icons, and it was getting to be too much clicking. We're still tweaking things, so hopefully you won't run into too many problems. April 19th is Record Store Day and we invite you to spend the day to celebrate independant record stores with us! We'll have new vinyl releases, entertainment, and great deals! *More details to be released soon...sign up for our emai list to be the first to know about this and everything else we have up or sleeves. And until we add the photos to this site, be sure to check out Vertical House's livejournal for all the photos of bands that have played in our store. Speaking of shows, on Monday April 7th, Vertical House is having a FREE SHOW featuring Uke Box and The Dastardly Do-Nothings. Come on out...what else is there to do on a Monday night? |
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12.25.07 Quick thanks to all of the performers that have performed recently in our store...and the friends and fans that have enjoyed themselves. We look forward to be able to continue having shows. On January 3rd The Jacuzzi Boys, The Shining Path, and The Lightbulbs are performing live at 8pm. Join our email list to receive updates on future events! Continuing on music, we've added more songs on the mixtape (now featuring The Dastardly Do-Nothings, Sleep Party, and Pizza!) Another page that we haven't forgotten about is the shop page! It's been updated with a bunch of new goodies to welcome in the new year. 'Tis the season for hilarious comedy! Come check out Crash Boom Bang Theatre's Knucklehead. A dark holiday-themed fantasy about a would be daredevil and family man who gets everything he's ever wanted and more, only to give it all up in the end. Performances on Friday, December 28th at 9pm & Saturday, December 29th at 9pm. Both performances at the Flying Monkey. Purchase pre-sale tickets here. |
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11.25.07 Long time, no update. Most of our time has been spent renovating our house...the inspiration for this whole site/thing. We had some very successful shows in our new (and bigger) record store...Can Kickers, Phosphorescent, Bodies of Water, Christian James and the Coyotes, Sleep Party, Holy Shit!, and many others! If you missed the shows, you can view the pics over here. Speaking of shows, be sure to come to Vertical House Record Store on December 12th to see an in-store performance from Paleo, Andy Dale Petty, and Triceratops. Show starts at 8pm. Cover is $5. Mark le calendar. The fall weather beckons the camera. Therefore, over fourteen new photos have been added. |
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10.08.07 Join Vertical House for an in-store performance on November 7th at 8 pm featuring: The Lightbulbs, Sleep Party, The New Flesh, and South French Broads. Good music + records = all you need. |
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10.02.07 Vertical House and the Flying Monkey team up again: Bowerbirds (from NC), Phosphorescent (from NY), and Christian James & the Coyotes (from HSV) November 1st at 8pm for 5 dollars. If you haven't heard these bands yet check them out and come to the show. |
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08.22.07 It's been a while, but we're back! With over 30 new photos added, I decided to simplify the visual page to save my sanity (and yours). What are your plans for September 1st? Well, you should come to the Flying Monkey Arts Center at 9pm to see Crash Boom Bang Theatre Go Friggin' Skitzoid with the Pine Hill Haints as musical guests. Pssst...it's also the Pine Hill Haints' record release show. Therefore, come one come almost all. We recommend mature audience members who have a sense of humor to attend. 'Tis the generation of social networking sites, and we're trying to keep our ground covered. Add us on any (or all) of the following: facebook, livejournal, and myspace. |
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06.15.07 We caved. Everybody's doing it, so I guess we must too. Vertical House now has a myspace. Add us to your friends to receive nifty bulletins about new releases, upcoming shows, and more! No worries, we'll continue to update our site with new music and information. After all, you can't do everything on myspace...yet. |
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06.14.07 Vertical House now takes special orders on Vinyl & CDs. We've got a wonderful shipment of new vinyl coming our way, so be sure to visit the record store to get the newest and best selections. Our store hours are Wednesday - Friday 5:30pm to 8:30pm & Saturday noon to 4pm. We are located at 2211 Seminole Drive on the second floor of Lowe Mill. |
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06.13.07 We added Sworn Enemies to our mixtape. They were so much fun to watch, so if they are ever nearby - go see! Hopefully we can get them back to Huntsville for another show in the near future. |
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06.08.07 Join us on Friday, June 29th, at the Flying Monkey (2211 Seminole Drive) for Vertical House Presents: The Snake The Cross The Crown, Christian James & the Coyotes, The Dreaded Firefly & Sweet Lucy, and Grand Prize Game. Show starts at 8pm and the cover is $5. |
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06.01.07 Happy June! Bring on the summer. Last night Vertical House had it's first in-store performance featuring Sworn Enemies, Barnstormers, and Leah Quinelle All-Stars Featuring Happy! Check out photos and videos of each band here. Thanks to Ryan Hickman from Go! Magazine and the wonderful article he wrote about us and our show. |
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05.29.07 Join us this Thursday, May 31st for a show! Vertical House Presents: Sworn Enemies, Barnstormers, and Leah Quinelle All-Stars Featuring Happy! Store opens at 5 pm with the music starting at 7 pm. We are located on the second floor of Lowe Mill...2211 Seminole Drive. View the flyer here. |
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05.03.07 Pre-sale tickets for Crash Boom Bang Theatre's performance of The Bhagavad Meatloaf are now available in our store...both of 'em! |
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05.01.07 Rabbit, Rabbit. More photos have been added to the visual page. Along with 12 to the random-keep-refreshing-your-browser-and-you'll-see-a-new-photo section. We've added our friends Why Are We Building Such A Big Ship to our mixtape. Be sure you check them out when they play here at the Flying Monkey on May 19th following Crash Boom Bang Theatre's performance of The Bhagavad Meatloaf. |
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04.25.07
Vertical House now has set hours.
We are open from Wednesday-Friday 5:30pm 'til 8:30pm and on Saturday noon 'til 4ish. We buy, sell and trade new and used cds, dvds, vinyl, and more. Come visit us upstairs in Lowe Mill - 2211 Seminole Drive. |
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03.27.07 New music available in our store! The second full length release by The Snake The Cross The Crown entitled "Cotton Teeth" and Thomas Function's (newest) self-titled 7-inch. Not only are they being sold online, but we have them available in the record store located in historic Lowe Mill (2211 Seminole Drive) on the second floor. We are open every Saturday from noon-4pm and during Flying Monkey events. We will have more hours come mid-April. |
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03.21.07 It's that time again! Crash Boom Bang Theatre has paired up with The Counterclock Wise to present a live-action silent movie. Pre-sale tickets are available in our store. Get 'em a dollar cheaper than at the door. Vertical House will also be selling the pre-sale tickets every Saturday at the Artist Market (noon-4 pm) at the Flying Monkey Arts Center (come visit our new place and shop around some!) Show Dates: Saturday March 31st at 9 pm, Sunday April 1st at 7 pm, Saturday April 6th at 9 pm w/ The Zydepunks. All performances at the Flying Monkey Arts Center. You shouldn't miss this. |
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03.14.07 Two new songs from Christian James and the Coyotes. And be sure to make yourself available at the Tavern on April 7th. We now have a physical store! We hope to be open this Saturday (at the artist market) and continue with regular store hours everyday...to be posted soon. Enjoy the weather and support local music! |
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02.04.07 Over 16 new photos spread throughout the sub categories...and not including the 8 new ones added to the rotation on the front page. Vertical House will now be taking part in the Artist Market every Saturday at the Flying Monkey Arts Center from noon 'til 4. We will be selling records, cds, and other media as well as Crash Boom Bang merchandise (and pre-sale tickets!) We encourage all local artists to come by and spread the word. And if you've got something to sell, come set up a table! And mark your calendars - March 3rd - Christian James and the Coyotes, Thomas Function, and Circuit Pop at the Flying Monkey at 9pm. |
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01.13.07 Pre-sale tickets for Crash Boom Bang's February performance, "A Few Good Minutes" now available for purchase. The dates for the performances are as followed: February 16th, 17th, 23rd at 9pm and February 25th at 7pm. Performances are upstairs at the Flying Monkey Arts Center. |
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01.01.07 Happy New Year!! |
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11.19.06 Vertical House is proud to say that we now have pre-sale tickets available for Crash Boom Bang Theatre shows! We are also happy to be a part of the troupe, so I definitely encourage you to buy your tickets in advance to not miss out on a great show...plus they are a dollar cheaper than at the door, and you won't have to worry about hearing "sold out." The dates for "The Seventh Deadly Sin" are as followed: December 9th, 22nd, 23rd at 9pm and December 10th at 7pm. Performances are upstairs at the Flying Monkey Arts Center. See you at the show!! PLUS we added to the mix tape again, and you should hear. |
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11.15.06 We have completed a website for one of our favorite restaurants, Café Baba... which we recommend to you all! It is now proudly on display in the design section along with a few other additions. The fall season brings out the camera in me, and I've added selected shots to the visual sections. One day I'll scan all my polaroids in, but that day is not today...and probably not tomorrow. Our mix tape is growing! We've added more songs for you to enjoy. However, if you find yourself needing MORE music (which I don't blame you) make sure you click on the While on the subject of music, Vertical House has a last.fm account, so if you're on there feel free to add us. We like new friends! Got Livejournal? We do too. |
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8.19.06 Ok, so I fixed a stupid error. Christian James and the Coyotes now have two different songs on their page...and not the same one twice. hah. Things are coming along with the ep and the release date to be announced soon! In other news, DNH Records has released a limited edition Thomas Function 7". GOOD NEWS! You can buy it right here on our site. Make sure to get a shirt or two to start your Thomas Function collection off right! |
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8.06 We are including, but not excluding: a record label, design firm, online store. It is a constantly evolving process that just seems to be falling into place perfectly. There are many great ideas and projects in the works. Look forward to our new releases, music downloads, and whatever else we feel necessary. We can't exactly explain it, but there's something about the south that makes us want to stay longer. Damn you, Alabama. |
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8.06 Thomas Function is all over! |
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7.06
Who said business and pleasure don't mix? We are a husband and wife duo that thrives in the South. If you're a band looking for a release, or even willing to let us host a song or two, contact us. Just starting a business or need an update on your logo? With degrees in graphic and web design on top of years of experience, we can take on your every design need. Email us for quotes for your next project. |