A RECORD shop managed by a musician and a producer has opened its door to music lovers in Wivenhoe. 

Red Rocket Music is an independent record shop on Jolliffe's Yard in Wivenhoe.

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The record shop is owned and managed by musician and artist Fiona Harmon and music producer R0 Bradley.Gazette: Celebrating - founder of the record shop Fiona HarmonCelebrating - founder of the record shop Fiona Harmon (Image: Red Rocket Music Shop)

Residents can buy a range of vinyl, music prints, gifts, vintage goods, books, music gear, merch and more, both in-store and online.


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They also offer bespoke services from music production, podcast recording, graphic design, branding and more.

Gazette: Opening - the ribbon cutting ceremonyOpening - the ribbon cutting ceremony (Image: Red Rocket Music Shop)

We support and are proud to be part of the vibrant Colchester music scene.

The owner of the record shop and music producer, Bradley, said: "My business partner Fiona, a musician from Wivenhoe, has been doing music for over 40 years. 

Gazette: Inside - the shop is filled with bright pop-culture itemsInside - the shop is filled with bright pop-culture items (Image: Red Rocket Music Shop)

"She's a lover and collector of records and when the unit became available, we took a chance to create a music hub for aspiring artists in the area. 

"We would love to highlight that we are not only a shop, but we also offer services to help young artists or those who don't know how to start up.

Gazette: Open - the shop is now welcoming inspiring musicians and music-loversOpen - the shop is now welcoming inspiring musicians and music-lovers (Image: Red Rocket Music Shop)

"Crowds of people have come to our opening, and we hope that the record shop's popularity will continue!"