Bella Union Vinyl Shop in Ship Street Gardens, will donate a portion of the proceeds of sales this weekend to the Rainbow Fund.
Swing by the shop for signed vinyl, limited edition t-shirts, John Grant’s Original Self-Loathing-Gay Beard Wax and some surprise discounts as well!
Two months ago Bella Union owner Simon Raymonde and his wife launched a retail outpost of the award-winning London-based independent record label in Brighton’s historic Lanes, with the aim to give back to the creative community that has been so welcoming to them since they relocated to the area in 2013.
Simon said: “At its core, Bella Union artists are family, full stop. Over the past 2 decades our roster has consisted of many LGBT artists, and the fact that such talented individuals who contribute so much culturally continue to be marginalized is astounding. As advocates we will do our best to continue to raise awareness of LGBT rights throughout the year.
He continued: “With all the hate crimes in the world right now, the Brighton Pride weekend is more important than ever. Let’s have a beautiful time, and come and say hi to us if you like on your travels through The Lanes.
“Bella Union supports the LGBT community not just with the artists we sign, but in other ways and this weekend a portion of our proceeds will be going to the The Rainbow Fund.”
The Rainbow Fund through their independent grants panel make grants to LGBT/HIV organisations in Brighton and Hove who deliver effective front line services to LGBT people in the city.
Bella Union will be open Saturday August 6 from 10am – 7pm and Sunday August 7 from 11am – 5pm. You will find the shop at 13 Ship Street Gardens (the path between Ship and Middle Street).
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