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Join Northeast Radio SD's Steve Jurrens as he welcomes special guest Shawn Lenning (shawn)—entrepreneur, lifelong musician, and the man behind Watertown's new music shop, The Groove Shop.
In this detailed interview, Shawn shares his passion for making music happen and discusses his four decades of teaching guitar lessons to hundreds of students, from young children to those in their seventies. He reflects on his extensive career playing in various bands and the memorable moments he wishes he had documented.
The conversation pivots to the resurgence of physical music, specifically vinyl records. Shawn delves into the nostalgic appeal of LPs, noting that people appreciate owning a piece of history with artwork and liner notes, a feature missing from streaming. He also touches on the surprising comeback of CDs and even 8-tracks!
Shawn details the services available at his new location, The Groove Shop (formerly Riffs and Repairs):
Retail: Selling a curated collection of used vinyl, CDs, and tapes, emphasizing classic rock.
Repair: Continuing to offer guitar and amp repairs.
Instruction: Providing private guitar lessons.
Shawn shares that every record is meticulously cleaned and sleeved, ensuring high quality for collectors. He also discusses his weekly "Flip Sessions" on The Groove Shop's Facebook page every Thursday night (including tonight, Thanksgiving eve), where he previews new inventory.
Where to Find The Groove Shop:
Location: Johnson Appraisal Building, 20 1st Avenue Northwest (across from the Guesthouse parking lot).
Hours: Friday (Black Friday) 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday (Small Business Saturday) 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Special Offer: Get 10% off when paying with cash. Gift certificates are also available!
Finally, Shawn invites everyone to catch his acoustic performance tonight with Gina Schultz Irving at the Watertown Brewing Company from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
Tune in to hear how Shawn Lenning is helping to close the generational gap in music appreciation and bring the joy of physical media back to Watertown.
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