Object Permanence Records

Object Permanence Records

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Object Permanence Records
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Cascade took big risks at a time of uncertainty in vinyl and built the foundation for all that has come. We owe them a lot.

objectperm.comA note on Cascade Record Pressings ClosureCascade Record Pressing was one of the very first plants we studied when we began exploring what it would take to open a pressing plant of our own. When Mark and Jeff launched Cascade, there were fewer than 50 pressing plants globally, virtually no new presses or lathes being made, and almost no modern infrastructure to support a new operation. They figured it out through grit, mechanical ingenuity, and a tremendous amount of trial and error, building something that felt nearly impossible at the time. Long before Object Permanence existed, while we were still in New York only beginning to imagine what this business might become, we read and watched everything we could find about Cascade because they were proof that this could actually be done. When Salem became the clear home for our own factory, reaching out to Mark felt like a natural next step. One of the loveliest surprises in this industry has been how willing people are to share knowledge and support, and Mark and Jeff were incredibly generous with their time, even while winding down Cascade and getting final orders out the door. They welcomed us to Milwaukee, opened their doors, and shared their experience with honesty and warmth. It was also clear, even in that final chapter, how deeply they cared about doing things the right way. It’s completely fair to say we would not be in the position to open Object Permanence if pioneers like Mark and Jeff hadn’t taken those risks a decade ago. Cascade helped sustain far more than record pressing—they supported an entire ecosystem of mastering engineers, lathe cutting, design, manufacturing expertise, and independent artists trying to get their music into the world. Their commitment to small and midsize bands and labels left a real mark on this industry, and it’s something we deeply admire. Cascade helped rebuild and mature modern record manufacturing, and every plant that followed owes something to that foundation. We’re deeply grateful to Mark, Jeff, and the entire Cascade team for what they built, and wish everyone involved a wonderful next chapter. — Carrie, Adam & Jason
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Your 2026 Record Store Day primer for Salem and beyond. RSD is Saturday, April 18 and most stores open at 8am.

objectperm.comYour Guide to Record Store Day in the Willamette ValleyIt's Record Store Christmas! Record Store Day is almost here. We asked our friends at local record shops what they have going on for the big day. Get your lawn chair ready and peruse the RSD list for your dream picks. If you are reading this, you probably already know that Record Store Day started back in 2008 and is absolutely a big part of why we are able to open a pressing plant in the Year of Our Doctor, 2026. Reviews: Record Store Day 2026, Batch 4Vinyl reviews of Ween, David Bowie, Ramones, Rod Stewart, Muse, the Sisters of Mercy, Bad Brains, Motörhead, the Stranglers, Todd Rundgren’s Runt, Primal Scream, John Frusciante, and Westbound Records.The Vinyl CutNed Lannamann Our friends at The Vinyl Cut have been writing updates about the titles on the list that are incredibly thorough and worth a read. Okay, grab your map, compass, and pen like you are a character in a Wes Anderson movie 'cause here we go... ## Salem > View this post on Instagram > > A post shared by Harvest Music (@harvestmusicsalem) ### Harvest Music 110 Edgewater St. NW Salem, OR Hours: 8am-6pm Starting promptly at 8am, the store will let in five customers at a time who can select one album, so everyone gets a chance at the over 200 RSD titles they have in stock. You can get in line early and Harvest and their friends at Urban Grange are providing Coffee, hot cocoa and pastries while you wait. In addition to RSD titles, they’ll have a rollout of the _Harvest Reserve_ -- rare LPs they’ve brought into the shop over the last nine months. Follow the Harvest Instagram to get a preview of titles.Ron assures me there will be some fun surprises. ### Drum Bug Music 345 High St. SE Salem, OR Hours: 8am-6pm Drum Bug will have three bands playing in the store starting at noon. They also have a raffle, giveaways and “treats” to give you those festive Record Store Day vibes. > View this post on Instagram > > A post shared by Vinny Galarce (@drumbugmusic) ## Corvallis ### PreAtomic Records 211 SW 2nd Street Corvallis, OR Hours: 8am-6pm PreAtomic is opening early for Record Store Day with beer pours from Block 15 and DJ Phoray spinning all day. They’ve got RSD titles from Kaytranada, Taylor Swift, Charli XCX, Madonna, David Bowie, and plenty more. Customers can only get one copy per RSD title “to keep things fair.” All used inventory is 10% off, and everything is first come, first served. Whether you’re hunting for official RSD exclusives or just looking to support your local indy record store, it’s a great day to dig. > View this post on Instagram > > A post shared by PreAtomic Records (@preatomicrecords) ## PashCo Records 425 SW Madison Ave B181 Corvallis, OR 97333 8am-5pm Head to PashCo in the Plaza Building downtown and get a free poster! There are hundreds of titles available including releases from artists like The Beatles, AC/DC, The Litter, Dire Straights, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin,The Rolling Stones, The Grateful Dead, and plenty more. The entire store will have exclusive RSD pricing. They will also have special RSD giveaways. ## McMinnville ### The Vortex Records 314 NE 3rd Street McMinnville, OR 97128 Hours: 9am-6pm Vortex will carry several RSD titles. They did a reserve system for Taylor Swift’s RSD special 7-inch of “Elizabeth Taylor” EP that already sold out, but there will be plenty of other albums to make the trip worth it. ## Beaverton ### 503 Records 3899 SW Hall Blvd Beaverton, OR Hours: 8am-8pm 503 always has great DJ sets and RSD is no exception. They will be spinning all day and the store is also giving away coffee, baked goods and plenty of other fun stuff. They will have hundreds of RSD titles! ## Portland Some of the 'Holy Grail' titles at Too Many Records for RSD Portland always goes big for Record Store Day, in fact Music Millennium was one of the founders all the way back in the ’naughties. The spirit of the day is the same whether a shop has official RSD titles or not: get out, browse, and support your local record store. Some shops are leaning into the full official release frenzy, while others are celebrating in their own way with special inventory, sales, and in-store energy. ### Everyday Music 1313 W Burnside St. Portland, OR Hours: 11am-8pm Everyday Music does Record Store Day a little differently, and the best part is you do get to sleep in. They open at 11am, and customers can fill out a wish list ranked 1–10, with #1 being the most desired. The store starts at the front of the line and works through the lists in order until titles are gone. You can rank more than 10 titles, which helps if your top picks are sold out by the time your list is reached. To keep things fair, they’re limiting each customer to one copy per RSD title on Saturday. They’ll have printed lists on hand, and they’re clear that these are limited editions, so quantities may be tighter than demand. ### Too Many Records 1854 N Lombard St, Portland, OR Hours: 12pm-8pm It’s no surprise Matt is celebrating RSD at Too Many Records in their own way, with a refreshed rare wall, a big spread of out-of-print and hard-to-find records, and storewide specials. They’re not focusing on official RSD titles, but they are absolutely part of the day, with $10 off grails, 10% off bins, and a stack of specially pulled records ready for digging. The budget conscious can even snag 8 of their $5 records for just $20. Check their Instagram for the gems and prepare to get in line before doors open at noon if you have some favorites. ### Music Millennium 3158 E Burnside St. Portland, OR Hours: 8am-10pm One of the city’s anchors, Music Millennium is going all in with early hours, free coffee and muffins for the line starting at 6:30am, a free RSD poster and gift bag for the first 300 customers, and Deep Cuts Pale Ale for sale. It’s the classic big-stop Portland RSD experience. ### Jackpot Records 3574 SE Hawthorne Blvd. Portland, OR Hours: 9am-6pm Jackpot is participating in Record Store Day and has said any RSD releases left over after the in-store rush will be available online the following day. It’s a strong stop if you’re looking for a mix of in-store digging and a second chance at leftovers. ### 2nd Avenue Records 121 SW 2nd Ave. Portland Hours: 8am-6pm A downtown mainstay with special Record Store Day hours and the kind of deep bench that makes it worth checking even if your first stop doesn’t pan out. You can call to check if they have RSD titles you are after: 503-222-3783. ###
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Salem Live Music is your source for…well, you get it.

objectperm.comSalem Live Music Calendar is LiveLive music is so hot right now. Even Target sells a hat exhorting you to “Support Live Music,” which could only be more ironic if it said, “Shop Local,” or “Support Small Business.” Fun fact: people who go see live music in Oregon spend an average of $39 at the venue or surrounding restaurants and bars, and tourists spend almost twice as much according to an Americans for the Arts study. A 2022 study found music employs over 20,000 people in the state directly and indirectly and generates nearly $4 billion in economic output. Supporting live music actually does support local business — thanks Target. Real hat found at Target…seriously! And while Salem’s big sister to the north gets plenty of well-deserved attention for it’s music scene, Salem is sneaking in with killer shows below the 45th parallel each week — everywhere from historic theaters with glam rock, to traditional Irish sessions, to punk in a vintage store basement. You could see at least nine great bands across different venues this Friday alone if you only could get your cloning machine working. I know, because I’ve been trying to get as many as possible listed on the Salem Live Music Calendar at the easy to remember URL SalemLive.Music. There’s also a weekly email listing shows that goes out each Tuesday. Salem Live Music Info and FAQEverything you wanted to know about the Salem Live Music events calendar.Object PermanenceTeam Object Permanence I suppose this post could end here. That’s it. That’s what the site does: lists live music happening in Salem, Oregon. Any artist or venue can click the “Add Show” link and…you guessed it; add a show. Some of the regular venues will auto-fill when you start typing, but any venue can be added and don’t hesitate because you think the show is too small, or a house concert. List them all! Spread the word and add your shows! ## Another Event Listing Site? The idea percolated when the OP crew hit up an awesome Bowie Birthday Tribute at The Grand Theater on a Friday night, and heard Anna Tivel and J.E. Sunde play intimate sets the next night at The Gov Cup. We were surprised by how many people at one show didn’t know about the other — even though the venues are across the street. Sites like Bandsintown are great for finding shows and tracking your favorite artists, but a typical search for “Salem, OR” shows will turn up mostly Portland venues. Patrick Watson at Wonder Ballroom is great, but not in Salem! We absolutely love Press Play Salem and What’s Happening Salem for finding a myriad of brilliant events including music and great eats in town. Salem Townie runs the most old school meets new wave YouTube channel promoting local music and the website has fun listings including music, as well as every bar trivia and karaoke night Freddy can track down. You should subscribe to all three! You’ll likely find many of the same shows listed by those outlets and Salem Live Music. Our hope is that you can get an itch to hear some music on a random Thursday night, don your “Support Live Music” trucker hat, fire up Salem Live Music and find a show. If nothing else, it’s helping us get out to more live music so that’s a selfish win! Get off the couch, take a risk, see your favorite local artist or discover something totally new that Spotify’s AI would never feed you. Most of all, support local…at Target. ## Geek Stuff We wanted to keep the site very simple, mobile friendly — like an app, but not so obnoxious or arrogant as to think it belongs permanently on your phone. The whole site is a single page of HTML and javascript with a hook into Firebase for data storage. If you want to really nerd out, it’s Vanilla JS and Tailwind CSS doing most of the heavy lifting. Buttondown is great for emails. Netlify handles deployment, which entails dropping a single file into the app. So easy a caveman could do it. It’s all free and simple to maintain — something we knew would be important to us actually keeping the site consistently updated and sparking joy instead of headaches. We would be thrilled to open source the code and share with anyone who wants to run a similar calendar for your town, city, etc. Just reach out to salem@objectperm.com. Now, stop coding and go see a show! NERD.

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