I've just got back in to the scene having been out of the circuit for about eight years or so. For me, there is a harder 303 sound now as opposed to the wailing 303s of pre-millenium acid techno. That's fine by me, I'm having a ball mixing up the different styles.

What does concern me however is the lack of quality record stores. There's only one of note in my area (Hands On), it's a good shop but the hours I work prevent me from visiting on a regular basis. As a result I tend to buy online. Given the choice, I'd rather visit a local store. That way, I'm supporting the business, meeting like-minded people and catching the latest vibe.

I may be old-fashioned in my love of vinyl but it's served me well for thirty years or so, and I hope there's a few years life left in the medium.