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Sound Exchange

Houston, TX · record store · commercial

59/100
Supportive

Books it meaningfully, but as part of a broader program.
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Why this score

Dedicated series / mission15.0/25
Hosts An Exchange of Noiz, a bimonthly series of live ambient, noise, electronic and weird music curated by Spike the Percussionist. [1] [2]
Frequency of relevant shows8.0/20
An Exchange of Noiz runs the third Thursday every other month, plus other free in-store performances. [1]
Artist roster16.0/20
Format features around six local/regional noise, ambient and experimental artists per event with short sets. [1]
Self-description7.2/12
Independent record store devoting a standing series to noise and weird music. [1]
Operating model6.0/10
Commercial independent record store with a DIY-leaning event program. [1]
Community reputation4.8/8
Named in Houston experimental-music coverage as an anchor for the noise/experimental scene. [1]
Listening-room intent2.0/5
In-store performance space rather than a seated listening room. [1]

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