The Story Of… D’Amato Records in Valetta, Malta

Exclusive Interview By Karen Beishuizen
Interviewee: Anthony D’Amato
Photos courtesy of D’Amato Records

D’Amato Records is the oldest record shop in the world. It was founded in 1885 by Giovanni D’Amato in Valetta, Malta. They are currently in the 5th generation. The store has tens of thousands of records, vinyls, cds and cassettes. The music genres varies from Rock, Pop, Hip Hop, Jazz, K-pop and everything in between. Famous visitors over the years are musicians, actors, politicians and football players.