My Vinyl Journey
Early Childhood — Music in the Car
The foundation was laid during countless car rides, absorbing the sounds that would shape a lifelong love of music.
- Listening to The Beatles, Queen, and the Cars movie soundtrack with her grandma
- Discovering Depeche Mode and Prince through her parents’ playlists
- Getting into Eminem, Linkin Park, and 3OH!3 thanks to car rides with her older brother
Teen Discovery — Finding Her Own Taste
During her teen years, Lacey began to shape her own musical identity, falling in love with the pop sounds that defined a generation.
- One Direction
- Little Mix
- Ariana Grande
First Record, First Spin
Lacey bought her first vinyl record and officially started her collection. What began as a curiosity quickly became a full-blown passion for physical media and intentional listening.
- First vinyl purchase
- Beginning of the collection
- Discovery of intentional listening
Joined the Online Vinyl Community
She created @listeningwithlacey on Instagram to share her favorite records and connect with others who love vinyl.
- @listeningwithlacey Instagram account
- Sharing favorite records
- Connecting with vinyl community
Launching TikTok
Lacey expanded her content to TikTok, where she now has over 9,000 followers. Her videos feature record hauls, setup tips, and music recommendations.
- 9,000+ TikTok followers
- Record hauls and setup tips
- Music recommendations
Growing the Collection
Lacey’s collection has grown to over 250 records, covering a wide range of genres. She continues to support her favorite artists through physical media.
- 250+ records collected
- Pop, Metal, Alternative, ’80s Classics, Singer-Songwriter
- Supporting artists through physical media and merch
About Lacey
Lacey’s love for music goes beyond collecting – it’s about building connection through sound and story. Her room is a rotating gallery of what she’s feeling, thinking, and rediscovering.
Follow Lacey for humorous clips and a wild mix of modern pop and brutal metal. You never really know what’s coming next — and that’s the fun of it.
Highlights
Current Favorite Record
The Death of Peace of Mind, Bad Omens
Current Favorite Artist
Bad Omens
Setup Breakdown
Introducing Lacey’s setup: Equal parts cozy charm and audiophile cred. Every corner is filled with thoughtful details: a mini Kirby, soft lighting, and accessories that make the space feel like her. But don’t let the cuteness fool you – the Audio-Technica LP3 is a performance powerhouse, easily outclassing the 60 or 70x. Paired with Edifier’s DB-powered speakers, it offers clean sound and seamless Bluetooth pairing for modern convenience without sacrificing fidelity. A smart splurge for anyone ready to level up.
| Item | Model |
|---|---|
| Turntable | Audio-Technica AT-LP3XBT |
| Speakers | Edifier R1280DB |
| Record Shelving Unit | IKEA KALLAX (8 Shelf) |
| Record Wall Shelves | Cerpourt Acrylic Wall Mount |
| “Now Playing” Wall Shelf | WPESI Vinyl Record Stand |
| Cleaning Kit | BIG FUDGE – Professional Series |
| Slip Mat | PRO SPIN White Acrylic Platter |
| Outer Sleeves | BIG FUDGE Sleeves |
| Inner Sleeves | Invest In Vinyl Sleeves |
Components
Complete The Room
Collection Savers
Lacey’s Collection
Build Images
