[Traveler's Sharing] Returning to the Golden Age of Music – My Time Journey at the "Hong Kong Record Footprint Exhibition"

Traveling is not just about sightseeing, but also about encountering unexpected emotions. This trip was originally planned as a casual stroll and food tour, but unexpectedly, I came across the "Hong Kong Record Footprint Exhibition" in Sha Tin, which became the most memorable part of my journey. The exhibition is located in New Town Plaza, Sha Tin, and the name alone is full of stories. Once inside, it felt like stepping back in time, entering the golden era of vinyl records. Vinyl Record Display Area: Every Record Tells a Story The first section of the exhibition neatly displays precious vinyl records, some colorful, others showing the marks of time. At first glance, I was drawn to a pink star-shaped record, which turned out to be a promotional non-sale disc by Priscilla Chan, full of youthful charm; and the Raidas promotional disc, packaged in a Chinese wedding invitation style with a square vinyl inside, amazed me with its clever design. Madonna’s transparent vinyl from 1986, Ren Bai Xi Bao’s green colored vinyl, the rare red compilation disc... each one is like a piece of art quietly telling the story of its era. Over 130 covers are on display, some so familiar it felt like I heard them on the radio just yesterday, while others made me realize how layered music design can be. Nostalgic Audio Equipment: A Physical Reproduction of Sound Aesthetics What moved me most was the vinyl music setup area. Machines from the 1950s and 60s were displayed, each a heritage of its time. The Audio Exklusiv Das Laufwerk turntable made of marble and acrylic was heavy and solid, and its delicate sound quality gave me goosebumps when playing. There was also the Swiss-made Lenco B52 turntable, supporting four speeds to play vinyl from different periods. AI Record Cover Photo Booth: The Star Can Be Me One of the exhibition’s popular photo spots was this AI record cover photo booth. Of course, I couldn’t resist; I chose a template and struck what I thought was the most vintage pose in front of the camera—then with a "click," I became the star of my own vinyl cover! Finally, I reached a quieter electronic display area. Here, various record covers and their stories were showcased. Behind the release of each record was a force that influenced the direction of Hong Kong’s pop culture. This section made me pause and reflect—music is never just about hearing; it is a snapshot of an era. Conclusion: The Exhibition Is a Door That Opens More Than Just Memories For a traveler like me, the "Hong Kong Record Footprint Exhibition" was not just about appreciating nostalgic items but felt like an immersive journey into the cultural context of Hong Kong. Whether you are a vinyl enthusiast, a hipster, or just happen to be passing through Sha Tin, it’s worth stopping to let these old records, machines, and melodies gently tell you what "the sound of Hong Kong" really means. 🕛 The exhibition runs only until July 9, so don’t miss this chance to have a conversation with time. 📍 Location: New Town Plaza Phase 1, Sha Tin, L1 Roman Roundabout Performance Arena ⏰ Time: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM