Music King

Music King, British shop for rockabilly and 1950s rock'n'roll

Music King is a British company founded in 2002 that sells rockabilly, 1950s rock'n'roll, doo-wop and psychobilly music. Its catalogue brings together more than 4,000 items in stock, including CDs, vinyl and DVDs, with special attention to original 1950s recordings and hard-to-find titles. The shop operates through its website and dispatches orders worldwide.

Catalogue: CDs, vinyl and DVDs

The range includes CDs, vinyl and DVDs, with specific sections for new releases, records from labels such as Foot Tapping Records and a selection of titles under £10. Among the artists and items featured in the catalogue are Darrel Higham, Manos Wild, The Retro Rebels, Rockin' Rocket 88, The Enchantments, Danny Fisher and Yann O'Fender, in formats ranging from CD and CDR to 12-inch vinyl and 45 RPM singles.

Specialisation in labels and distribution

Music King presents itself as a distributor for Foot Tapping Records and its catalogue is also organised by label, including Foot Tapping Records, Raucous Records, Ambassador Records, Goofin Records, Sleazy Records and Fury Records. The company handles wholesale and dealer enquiries.

Shipping and customer service

The shop offers free UK delivery on CDs and a fast, low-cost courier service for Europe and the rest of the world. It has help sections, information on returns, terms and conditions, privacy policy and delivery charges. It also publishes a discount code and a daily deal with a reduced price on a featured CD, valid until midnight each day.

Price promise and rating

Music King states that it cannot be beaten on value and offers a price match promise. The company says its customers have rated it as "Excellent" on Trustpilot.

Location and contact

Telephone: 01252 625 322 · Email: sales@foottappingrecords.co.uk