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Heart of the Valleys Records<\/strong><\/p>\n

Heart of the Valleys Records brings life to old vinyl records with their music store, based in The Market Place, Blackwood. This small, independent vinyl record business is owned by Alun Kent & his trusty four-legged companion, Jr.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for a great collection of vinyl records, 45s and LPs, Heart of the Valleys Records in the place to be. Alun and Jr buy and sell vinyl to suit everyone\u2019s tastes \u2013 from northern soul and country to ska and metal.<\/p>\n

Having recently moved from Emily\u2019s Indoor Market on High Street, Blackwood, Alun and Jr are looking forward to seeing new and returning customers and a prosperous new year.<\/p>\n\n

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