Mind-Blowing Record Collection Found with An Incredible Story: The Chris Whitson Collection

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[@percyplath]

Chris was such a sweet, beautiful, funny guy. We worked together for years at The Record Exchange in Raleigh. He was smart, knowledgeable, curious, and as you see from his collection, super-crazy passionate about every kind of music. If only more people could be so readily open to so many different things. I'm incredibly grateful to you for posting this video. Watching you flip through his collection was like seeing old home movies. Memories of Chris and our time together came flooding back. Thank you.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much for the comment, he really seemed like a special person.

[@percyplath]

If Dillon does know, he certainly made the right decision to keep the focus on all the incredible music. After 30 years, Chris' family and Dylan will get these records out of the basement and back into circulation, to be shared, played and enjoyed. And as if on cue, my computer is now playing "Looking Down the Barrel of a Gun". Damn, Chris LOVED Paul's Boutique. Peace @@wealthvisionnews9980

[@Funkfuzzz]

Good for you dude, I really enjoyed it as well. Great taste!!

[@tinapinnix4827]

This is AWESOME.. thank you so much. I'm crying like a baby right now though... Chris was my boyfriend when we were like 15-16 ... I played in a band called NrG and his band Massive Arm Linkage did a couple shows with us. Later on we both ended up living in Raleigh NC and remained friends. His death was a great loss to humanity he was the sweetest most sincere person. Thanks so much for giving this the attention it deserves.

[@neshod6415]

Sorry for your loss....

[@allenschmitz9644]

92' was a fer piece back in the mist's of time....

[@user-jg9bs6qo5j]

Chris was a friend of mine in high school and in Raleigh, NC when he was a DJ. I remember when he passed. So tragic. He was a great guy.

[@LRogersPhoto]

How did he pass away, such a young man

[@neshod6415]

@@LRogersPhoto Suicide is the biggest killer of people under the age of 35

[@williamdunavant4675]

Chris was a beautiful soul. I worked with him at The Record Exchange. We listened to a lot of these records together while we worked-he was very passionate about music. I’m sure I wrote up a lot of the tickets on his employee purchases! I miss him-glad this video keeps his memory alive.❤

[@tammycordeiro6337]

Chris would be so happy to see his records bringing people joy. Chris was one of my best friends in high school and he was such a special person. Thank you for helping to keep his memory alive. I would love to have one of the Massive Arm Linkage recordings! They took that name from our student code of conduct that said there could no student demonstrations, including massive arm linkages in the hall!!

[@noblerecords]

Hahaha that’s great! Thanks for sharing! People are really enjoying seeing his records and learning about him!

[@neshod6415]

@@noblerecords Are you going to pass Tammy one of the records?

[@vinylreckoning]

The connection you can feel to someone just by looking at their collection is wild. What an AWESOME story.

[@noblerecords]

So true! Thanks guys!

[@toddnuckolls8921]

I knew Chris. He was a cool guy. He loved Check Your Head. His enthusiasm for that album was palpable. Cool video.

[@noblerecords]

That’s awesome! Thanks so much for reaching out!

[@user-yz4ps2gh1x]

I knew Chris when I lived in Raleigh. Used to hang out at his place on Dixie Ave in the late 80's and listen to Bongwater, Butthole Surfers, Sun Ra, etc...Last time I saw Chris I was working with a landscaping company that took care of the area that the Mission Valley Record Exchange was located. We would always hang for about 5 minutes before he opened the store. I really do miss Chris. BTW, I just about fell over when this video popped up randomly this morning in my youtube "Recommended". First thing I thought before I clicked play was "weird, I was friends with a guy named Chris Whitson growing up."

[@noblerecords]

Wow! That’s wild, thanks for sharing the memory!

[@enders357]

Ths is amazing. I can't comprehend how a 23 year old in 1992 had all these records, and knew about all these genres - even working in a record shop, to have this kind of knowledge in a pre-internet era is crazy. Kudos to Chris, looking forward to hearing Massive Arm Linkage.

[@noblerecords]

Me too! Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@MrKelleyzinho]

I think the key is that he worked in a record store and maybe had older colleagues that recommended stuff. This collection seems to be about 2/3 American 1/3 British and nothing really from any other country. Also, has obscure stuff from well-known artists rather than really obscure bands.

[@williamdunavant4675]

He did. I was the guy that hired him. The whole staff was knowledgeable with varied tastes which benefited us all. After watching the video I had to laugh because quite a few of those records were promos! He was a great guy with a great smile! I miss him!

[@joelhague5515]

The thing is back then the thrill was in finding and hearing these things. There was a whole "underground scene" involved and it involved many adventures, bootlegs, mix tapes, limited pressings, 'zines, dead ends, and word of mouth. I can remember watching a good friend pay the princely sum of $100+ ($150?) for an original vinyl Misfits "Walk Among Us" LP (pink cover and all) back in 1987 or '88. We had to drive maybe 3 hours just to get to the record store that was selling it. Chris was clearly an exceptional guy with an amazing collection for sure.

[@johnnagel3853]

Chris was a great guy. I worked with him for awhile at Record Bar in Hickory . One of the nicest people you would ever meet.

[@noblerecords]

That’s incredible! He seemed like a really special person!

[@johnnyfisheyes]

This Kid was on Point at musically. I do wonder about guys/girls like this and what other areas of life he or she would be interested in ..

[@johnnyfisheyes]

Only kid I know who had a Blind Willie Mctell on Vinyl and I have Last sessions with Mctell on Vinyl..

[@johnnyfisheyes]

Brings tears to my eyes just from going through the albums in slow mo..how cheesy..

[@johnnyfisheyes]

Even had Pink Anderson from 'Pink' Floyd..Did I miss the Floyd 'wandering eye' Council in the collection? Robert Johnson had a wandering left eye..lol

[@ShamrocknRecords]

This was my favorite video you have ever done Dillon. I actually started tearing up as you were telling the story in the beginning. When you are a father, this kind of stuff hits hard. I can’t imagine losing a child. I’m so glad you were able to purchase this collection and spread his legacy. Wish I knew you were up in Maine. I would’ve loved to meet up and say Hello in person. All the best. Brian☘️

[@noblerecords]

Thanks man! I really appreciate it!

[@johng.4711]

Here’s to that guy! What a collector! His memory lives on. 🎉🎉🎉

[@noblerecords]

Yes! Thank you!

[@zigzagwanderer3585]

The sticker idea is brilliant ! You're not just selling this amazing record collection but you're honoring the man at the same time. That's really really cool ! Enjoying your videos a lot. You're a great story teller man 👍👍👍

[@noblerecords]

Thank you! It was really special!

[@ROBOTWORKMAN]

I lost my son when he was 20. This is so cool. I can tell you that revisiting old CDs that he enjoyed from his collection was therapy for me. It's been 9 years since he passed...The story of Chris just sparked how important our musical journey shapes our memories. Music truly does decorate time.

[@kateorlando7431]

So sorry for your loss.❤

[@pollution]

I knew Chris when he moved to Raleigh and played with his band a couple times. I went to his house many times on Dixie Trail. Weird, I haven’t seen his records in 30 some years.

[@noblerecords]

That’s cool, thanks for the comment! I’ve loved seeing the ones from people who knew him!

[@crushingalldeceivers]

I could be wrong, but I'd be willing to bet that Chris was a skateboarder, a lot of skateboarders back then not only had real diverse tastes, but they helped keep vinyl alive.

[@noblerecords]

Not sure! But I wouldn’t doubt it. Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@joelhague5515]

Yep, lived it for sure, had friends with massive collections 1986/7 - 1994 (by then in college and had finally caved in to CDs myself). Witnessed a friend pay $100+ for an original Misfits "Walk Among Us" LP, pink cover and all, back in what was probably 1987...he was also the best skater I knew and became a very good bass player soon thereafter.

[@mamabearvinyl]

This story gave me all the feels. Great way to honor this young man, his family and this fabulous collection. Some amazing vinyl featured in this sneak peek.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much!

[@festersuncle6298]

I still pull records from my collection and recall where I bought them. 35 years later.

[@noblerecords]

Yeah they really leave an impression. Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@thevinylvault]

A wonderful story and amazing to think he had all these great records at such a young age.

[@noblerecords]

It really is. Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@BOBBRADLEYCHANNEL]

Seeing Chris’s collection it’s clear he was one of us, absolutely incredible video Dillon✊🏼✊🏼✊🏼

[@noblerecords]

Thanks Bob!

[@LanceB1960]

Chris is smiling wherever he is. No doubt you will do right by him and his family. Beautiful video, Dillon. Feel proud to spread Chris' joy to others!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much! That’s my goal!

[@talbino7821]

What a beautiful story, and I've got to commend you Dylan for sticking by the family and making this about their love and care towards this young man's budding record collection. What an incredible taste in music and knowledge of so many genres and styles at such a young age! Makes his passing even more sadder. I always love the connections between music and 'owners'. I'm based in the UK and years ago I won an auction online for a bunch of records being sold in Birmingham. Turns out the son was selling them on behalf of his dad who used to do some pioneering world music/ethnic music/jazz/breakbeat nights back in the mid 80s. His dad had passed on suddenly, and he was glad someone with similar taste was interested in them. Feel honoured to have that collection, and feel a sense of duty to take good care of it!

[@noblerecords]

That’s really cool. Yeah as record collectors, I think we all wonder where the records came from. In this case it’s special to know. Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@asupremelove5149]

Amazing story Buddy. Absolutely amazing story. It hit me in the chest. It's coming up on the anniversary of when I lost my dad next month back in 2012. My dad was the one who tought me about music . His tastes were all over the place. He was a Vietnam veteran who had a very hard life and as a family we had tough moments bit I think back to the time we spent together sharing music still brings a tear. It was an absolute pleasure viewing this.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks Tree! I appreciate it!

[@scottwhitt9379]

Hats off to Chris, what a collection. Amazing broad tastes for such a young person. Glad the family is happy about it.

[@rocketman0515]

Your best video Dillon! I was graduating high school in ‘93 and I feel like I know Chris just through his collection. I started my collection back then buying from the Record Exchange in Roanoke VA. What a beautiful story and let Chris live through his love of music. I’m in Raleigh and will plan on driving over on the 14th! Will also sit in on the Whatnot auction. Much love to Chris’ family ❤

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much! Look forward to seeing you!

[@shaunesseyjoudrey]

Awesome story! Great to let the world hear his music someday. :)

[@noblerecords]

I’ll do my best!

[@MelindaMurphy]

Wow! What an amazing collection. Chris had a beautiful smile and would be one year older than I am. He had an unbelievable collection but this is truly about more than the music and I love that you are honoring him by placing a sticker on everything in his collection. ♥️ Thank you for sharing this about Chris and his family.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks Melinda!

[@Boatzerama]

WOW! What a story and collection.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much!

[@corc1992]

This man had the best taste in music someone in his early 20s can have. Lord have mercy. Not only are these killer records but they're super pristine end well taken care of. Shows the love he had for this music and the love his family had for him. Really beautiful and wholesome story !

[@noblerecords]

Yeah it’s incredible! Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@damonodonnell7867]

Such an emotional video. Insane collection and taste for someone who was only 23 years old. Glad out of anyone it was you who got his collection as you’ll honour Chris is such a terrific way 😊

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much! It’s inspiring to me too! I feel really connected to the collection and family.

[@johndennis6449]

The fact you are marking each piece as being from his collection is BRILLIANT! I have long dreamed that, when I pass, someone will do the same with mine. These collections are truly autobiographical, like they say in High Fidelity.

[@noblerecords]

That’s exactly how I feel as well! Thanks for the kind words!

[@WeevBeev]

It’s as truly wonderful to see your excitement showing us these records and telling us the story, as was your excitement in discovering Chris’s family and his collection in the first place. Beautiful gesture man, truly beautiful.

[@GottaHaveWa]

What a story! What a video! Great stuff, so touching, so moving...thank you for sharing the Whitson family story!

[@DSG-br5lk]

What a great video, a great story, and a great collection. I absolutely LOVE that you are putting those stickers on the albums. That is awesome! Love the story of your interaction with the family. Very emotional. This hits hard, about how much a record collection could create such an emotional bond. Wonderful.

[@noblerecords]

It’s a very special story. Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@vergevinyl]

Wow , unbelievable taste in music Chris had. It’s like a time warp, thanks for taking us thru this journey and blessing to his family for getting this collection in the right hands to do it justice in Chris’s memory !

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much!

[@mykectown]

This was a super cool video. Thanks for making it! Chris sounded like the kinda kid I woulda been friends with. Glad you could help his family keep his memory alive.

[@indieguy81]

Watching this reminded me of my own musical journey when I was young. He was obviously wise beyond his years to be collecting stuff like this. Most 23-year-olds would have moved on from records to CDs in 1992. I have a feeling he knew these records would be valuable someday. Thank you for sharing this heartwarming story and putting his name and memory out there for the world to see. He must have been such a cool guy.

[@averagejoe8187]

I watched the first minutes of your video and told my wife you need to watch this too. We we’re impressed and moved with the story. Thank you for sharing Chris’ story and passing on part of his legacy.

[@hanshauser5017]

Thx for that story. Amazing. RIP Chris

[@pau8465]

Music = Joy....Chris's Spirit Lives! Thanks for sharing Dillon!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@HorizontalHoldRecord]

This was very moving and made me feel better about the world a little bit. Love the channel and appreciate your earnest joy and enthusiasm. Tx for the great energy

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@TheEzrider403]

I Love This ! Thank You Dillon !

[@ShoelessJP]

What a beauitful story, rest in peace Chris... you had an amazing music collection and great taste!

[@NB-im4ok]

Just watched the video and must say I found it quite beautiful. Every record collection has a story behind it. And it's so nice to hear Chris' story 👍

[@cptkdl]

Amazing story, glad they reached out to you, you were the right guy.

[@spankybravo9403]

Wow this made me tear up a bit, what an incredible story & collection!! and now looking through the comments at how many people knew this young man is crazy… god bless him and his family. May these records make it into the hands of people like him who can love and appreciate them as he did… great video! 🙌

[@Kosmikboogie]

This ❤ shed a tear. Thanks

[@jtandrew]

Amazing story! Thanks to the family and to you for sharing!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@jtandrew]

Yeah @@noblerecords I am about 2000 miles away so I will have to see if I can join the Whatnot

[@ianrigby7027]

This is one of the best videos you have done. The story, the respect the love is off the scale. No doubt Chris is looking down smiling. You’re a good good man Dillon. Sending love from Liverpool UK. ❤❤

[@noblerecords]

Thanks! We try!

[@neshod6415]

This looking down staff does not exist mate ...Life is not that romantic ...

[@BK-zh9yr]

Such a touching story. Thanks for sharing Dillon you the man! Sending mad love from Brooklyn NY!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks man!

[@donsteinberg284]

Bravo, man. Nicely done.

[@thomasemmi5649]

You made me tear up, what a great story and great thing you did. Much respect D!! I shared your video on my FB and IG, hope it helps!!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much!

[@eirikrdberg1161]

1992 was one of my favourite years in life. So many memories and so many albums I bought that time when music really touched my soul more than before or after.

[@flipdoubt23]

Amazing story and video. Rarely does a vinyl collection pickup video induce a tear or two. This one did. Well done sir. A beautiful story well told.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks! That means a lot!

[@geoffflaws3595]

A beautiful story and great collection. Lots of WOW records. Awesome.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@simonblachford2725]

Beautiful, just beautiful.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@retromusings]

What a moving back story to this collection. Thank you so much for sharing it.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@jasonarsenault3791]

Unreal. So stoked for you and his family.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks man!

[@carolinacrankbaitsupplyco.6660]

Makes you smile. Great video!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks man!

[@ufobigfoot4002]

This is fantastic !

[@noblerecords]

Thanks man!

[@CVinyl]

Wow what a EPIC COLLECTION & story. I'm glad the records went to someone who really cares about music! Awesome find Noble Records ⛏️

[@noblerecords]

Thank you! Im honored to get them!

[@CVinyl]

@@noblerecords I'm also glad your putting a stickers on the vinyl to remember and honor Chris🙏 Blessings and much Respect to Noble Records 🙏

[@ddy3smptr]

Great, great way to honor the young man that put together such a beautiful treasure trove of music. I can only hope that I’ve impacted someone enough when I’m gone that will do the same for me.

[@nothingimportant4504]

What a beautiful story.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much!

[@ianseymour8218]

This story is being spread round the world!! I’m writing form Stoke on Trent, England. It’s wonderful. It’s that joy that music and vinyl in particular brings you. I’m curious to watch out for 14th October auction. This video will never never be beaten!!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much!

[@okalright8980]

Awesome story with a great collection. So glad there getting back out in the hands of music lovers.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much!

[@jaylongino8225]

Great story and collection. What a house!!

[@TheHSIHP]

Beautiful story. Thank you for sharing it

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@ConorGlassey]

Well…didn’t expect to be crying, but great stuff, thank you for sharing such a beautiful story. ❤

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much!

[@Funkfuzzz]

What a collection thats amazing, cheers chris!

[@sk1design]

I wish I knew this dude. We would’ve been friends. Amazing collection RIP Chris. 🖤🙏🏻

[@danielallison-it7rf]

Great, great, great story. Prayers to the family. Noble records did this right! Dylan and Logan!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks! We try!

[@justinliborio6240]

What a heavy story! Thanks for sharing, Makes me honored to own a few of these.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks dude! Good to see you today!

[@hermanbrotherton2218]

What a amazing story and collection

[@R.J.1]

Whoa... It's everything.

[@damionv123]

What a great collection and story. Really great idea to.add the sticker with the link to the story. Just shows that this collection landed in the right hands. Hope the sale goes well.

[@mikegraves4155]

Lovely tribute. He had great taste in music too.

[@rayknives6716]

Really enjoying your collection find videos. This story & collection IS so special. Part of the fun of treasure hunting is the good stories that come with it. Sad Chris passed so young but what a way to honor

[@JustinEgan825]

What a great idea with the stickers to pay tribute to this young man’s collection. It is something that he collected all these at such a young age. Dylan your videos continue to improve and I look forward to seeing them

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much!

[@AngeloKellyOfficial]

Amazing collection and story! Thanks Dillon

[@noblerecords]

Thanks man!

[@bisket2003]

What an absolute dream collection. I have quite a bit of it, but the stuff I don't have I have never seen in the wild. It's such a beautiful collection!

[@jeffreyflanagan1545]

Amazing collection and process here, you are doin' it right my friend!

[@user-oj1bt1vt5h]

Currently 6 minutes into this video and I’m am on the edge of my seat! Great story telling and congrats on the haul!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much! It was hard to pack it all into one video. Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@ShuttlesworthJesus]

Brilliant stuff. Wonderful. This is what music is about.

[@laurie711hopes6]

He must of been an amazing person!! Definitely might plan a road trip to the store. Incredible collection and so amazing the family is involved

[@broganpero]

such an incredible story about such an eclectic mind, thank you for sharing!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@mlblue5355]

Wow, emotional video! That kid was cool! What a brilliant collection!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks man!

[@mikemtbc]

When those recordings show up sounds like a good idea for an exclusive Noble Records Release! Incredible story.

[@Beatgeneration2010]

Great story and kind also!

[@adamsalem7050]

A great video and very moving. Thanks for sharing. Amazing collection too.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so Much!

[@timmorin2304]

Outstanding video D. You're a great guy for what you've doing. Hope you and your family are well. Take care friend.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much! We tryin!

[@KeithSkronek]

Thank you for telling this story.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@moogie242x]

Amazing story and tribute.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@erniecf]

Wow. Amazing, Dillion. I've been watching you since the beginning and this is such an incredible moment. Cant tell this story with an mp3 :)

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much!

[@lukethegardenman3747]

What a collection!

[@wolveriner8459]

Been waiting for this video after seeing your post on Facebook absolutely MIND BLOWING🤯🤯🤯GREAT FINDS MAN

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much!

[@wolveriner8459]

I absolutely appreciate how your goin about sellin these great idea to let everyone enjoy em I wish I could dishout money for that Bleach album but I'd be dead afterwards lmao😂🤣 considering what that badboy could go for but very Great way to Honor Chris memory an Spread the Love of his collection with the world very very Great man you are Dillon AN R.I.P CHRIS didn't know you But your collection says ALOT about you buddie may you rest in Peace🤘🤘

[@CactusCowboy57]

Killer collection! I have many of those shown, have been collecting since the 1960s.

[@tyburham5430]

Amazing!

[@magsmags4534]

I just hope my collection doesn't end up on a curb somewhere. I'm putting your number in my will.

[@noblerecords]

I’ll take care of em!

[@Wreckords-Marcel]

Wow, what an amazing story! Y’all finding the sons mixtape, that just made my day. What an amazing collection. I may need to look up flights to Charlotte for Oct 14

[@noblerecords]

Come on! We will be trying to offer some online as well. Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@Berndaddie]

Awesome collection. I had a lot of those puppies. I gave most of mine to an artist who framed them. I only kept the ones that I couldn't find on CD. Love your channel.