The 7 vinyl records I'm buying in Amazon's Prime Day sale

Lady Gaga – Chromatica | AU$65.22 AU$39.24 (save AU$25.98)

A US import, so shipping will take a little longer, I just had to snap up a copy of Lady Gaga's latest. Not only does it contain certified banger after banger (especially that transition from Chromatica II into 911) but it's also a beautifully presented package. The trifold sleeve comes complete with a 28-page booklet and a 40-page fanzine, perfect for any self-proclaimed Monster.

Pink Floyd – DSOTM 50th Anniversary (2023 Remaster) | AU$113.35 AU$83.53 (save AU$29.82)

An essential for any record collection, surely? This 50th Anniversary edition of one of the most iconic albums ever released includes the album on two single-sided clear records, each with its own UV-printed artwork. 

Michael Jackson – Thriller | AU$48.98 AU$34.07 (save AU$14.91)

Shouldn't everyone own the biggest-selling album of all time? At a smidge under AU$35, I don't think anyone could say no. This is the gatefold version of the album too, complete with inner sleeve for the record itself. 

Want more Jackson? Bad is discounted to AU$30.17 (from AU$49.99)

Kanye West – 808s & Heartbreak | AU$59.95 AU$46.68 (save AU$13.27)

I'm not the biggest fan of Kanye as a person, but I do have to appreciate his music. 808s & Heartbreak is my favourite album by the controversial artist. I love the production and the heavy use of more electronic elements. Love Lockdown and See You In My Nightmares are particular highlights. 

I may pick up his second album, Late Registration, before Prime Day ends. 

Alt-J – Awesome Wave | AU$49.97 AU$32.81 (save AU$17.16)

It actually took a bit of time to get into Alt-J, but I'm glad I did. The UK trio create mesmerising music that can sound glorious on a well-put-together system. Tessellate, Breezeblocks, Matilda and Fitzpleasure are fantastic test tracks, and so this is an album I can't wait to arrive. 

Fleetwood Mac – Rumours | AU$36.98 AU$27.94 (save AU$9.04)

Another essential for any record collection, Rumours was heavily influenced by the band's then struggles with breakups and drug use, but it resulted in what many consider to be one of the greatest albums of all time. 

Dua Lipa – Radical Optimism | AU$47.87 AU$32.90 (save AU$14.97)

Coming back to more recent releases and Dua Lipa's third album, presented here in blue transparent vinyl form. An album I'd play when friends are over and drinks are flowing, it's full of foot-tapping hits with undeniably catchy choruses.