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Are you bored? Is everything CLOSED? Well, we're NOT, and hey, you know what? We're the cultural OASIS of the city that no one knows about, the paradise of books horror, fantasy and vintage, old books and comics, the best RECORDS and a thousand other things that you have to see.

Because we understand that August in Barcelona is boring, that everything is designed for tourists and that you, CD and vinyl reader and listener, are eager to know... and see... and touch... and hear... we are what you have dreamed of for years, a bookstore that is also a record store, a comic book and vintage comic book store, a magazine and counterculture store, a thousand things that... you needed to have in your city. We are Wham! Vintage Store Barcelona, and we are much, much more than a store, we are the greatest influence on your children that you have, as the Jane's Addiction song says... come see our store because it will not leave you indifferent, if you have nothing better to do this August/September in the city, come visit our concept store, a retro vintage boutique GROMENAWER.

Because it is deserves your visit, deserves your appreciation and deserves that You, alternative culture vulture You discover it and ignore the bookseller recommendations in the local magazines; because they ignore us, because we go against the grain, and because we are worth it. Wham! Vintage Store is MUCH more than a record store, a secondhand bookstore, and a shop for retro and vintage items. Wham! It's an attitude, a way of confronting the system, a counterculture of the counterculture, and if you come, just by talking about us, YOU'RE HELPING US.

Come in!!!!

If you're looking for the One Ring, we understand. If you know what Valinor is without Googling it, we understand. If the name Tom Bombadil gives you chills of nostalgia... then you need to visit Wham! Vintage Store this August.

📚 We have more than a fan could dream of: rare editions of The Lord of the Rings, spectacular illustrations of The Silmarillion, maps of Middle-earth, figures, posters, books charming second-hand items, and even epic vinyl records to set the mood for your stay in the human realm.

🏰 From Tolkien to everything magical and literary you can imagine: from the darkest corners of Mordor to the golden halls of Lothlórien, here are objects that look like they came straight from an Elven library.

🧝‍♀️ So now you know: if you're in Badalona and need an intense dose of epic, fantasy, and nostalgia... Wham! Vintage Store awaits you with its doors open..

Una odisea musical en vinilo que es arte puro. Olias of Sunhillow no es solo un disco—es un viaje. Con ilustraciones interiores dignas de un cuento épico y ese sonido mono sólido que acaricia el alma, este LP es una pieza imprescindible para todo amante de lo mágico, lo melódico y lo cósmico.

🎨 Cada detalle del álbum cuenta una historia… y cada nota te transporta.

Si eres de los que creen que la música no solo se escucha sino se vive, Olias of Sunhillow te espera en nuestra tienda. Y no viene solo—tenemos más álbumes igual de especiales que hacen que Wham! Vintage Store sea la meca sonora de Badalona este verano.

📀 ¿Listo para redescubrir el ritual de colocar la aguja y dejar que el universo hable?

While the rest of Badalona takes a vacation, Wham Vintage Store keeps the city alive with style, retro music, and a whole lot of nostalgia. What can you expect? The unexpected: '80s T-shirts, vinyl records you didn't know you needed, and that random object that stirs up memories you thought you'd forgotten.

🎶 The only store open this August in Badalona, and honestly… the only one worth visiting if you refuse to be bored.

Come, browse, relive times that still make you smile. Because Being bored in Badalona is optional, and Wham Vintage Store is the exception that confirms it.

El propietario ha denunciado ya 6 veces el intento de ocupación del local de la calle Sagunt, en el sofisticado barrio del Progrés de Badalona, paraiso de los productos naturales, el esoterismo y la cocina y repostería gourmet.

“-Ésta es la sexta vez que se me quieren meter a dormir” declaró el propietario de Wham! Vintage and Retro Store Badalona, tienda de discos, libros y objetos vintage de Barcelona

“-Que si no te vas a dar ni cuenta, que si yo no molesto, que si con todos estos books, comics y discos que tienes aquí no necesito nada más para vivir…”

“-Ya van seis intentos de ocupación ésta última semana, estoy harto, y las administraciones, ni caso; entran, se les ponen los ojos con forma de corazón, y no hay manera de hacerlos salir, no me los quito de encima ni con agua caliente”

Israel M. propietario del peculiar negocio, y miembro distinguido de la Royal Society of Nerd Collectors del Papiol, denuncia que aunque al principio parecen clientes potenciales, y algunos hasta han hecho alguna compra, éstos regresan equipados con mochilas para instalarse en lo que, para ellos es una especie de paraíso lleno de libros y comics raros, objetos de vintage y antigüedad de los años 70 y 80, películas, discos de vinilo…

La lechera de los mossos repleta de mamporreros, ha tenido que intervenir en alguna ocasión para desalojar al okupa de turno, alguno de ellos hasta se encadenó al mostrador y tuvo que ser sujetado por varios agentes, mientras otros cortaban las cadenas con la cizalla.

Varios vecinos alertaron del escándalo, mientras, los jubilados del bar restaurante “La Masia de la Xesca”, una glorieta spot de yayos camuflada como bar, según Israel, permanecían impasibles contemplando el espectáculo, pero sin dejar de hablar entre ellos de fútbol y de lo mal que está el país.

“-¡No me sacaréis de aquí, éste es mi sitio, quiero volver a ésta época, vivís en Matrix y mi padre es el Rey!” Se oyó gritar al jóven antisistema de 55 años identificado como J.M.

“.¡Quiero que vuelva a ser todo como ántes, me cago en los moviles y en el puto Steve Jobs!”

Tras el lamentable espectáculo, el propietario, entre sollozos y resignación, declaró:

“-Ya está… hasta el próximo, si no vuelve el mismo… porque claro… es que ahora entra, lo fichan y vuelve a salir, total ni ha robado nada, ni ha roto nada ni ha hecho nada a nadie, sólo amenazaba con leerse todo lo que tenemos de Tolkien, Stephen King, Alan Moore, Ibáñez… y claro, éso no es delito ¿No? Es falta leve… Mire, se pongan como se pongan, Barcelona, y sobretodo Badalona, ESTÁ FATAL, FATAL, estoy a ésto -junta índice y pulgar- de irme a montar el negocio en Andorra, que ahí sí que hay seguridad y locales baratos. Me lo ha dicho el ChatGPT.

En el corazón de la costa catalana, a tan solo unos minutos de Barcelona, Badalona se revela como una ciudad con alma propia, repleta de historia, color y rincones con encanto. Si estás de visita, aquí tienes 10 paradas obligatorias para vivir su esencia más auténtica:

1. 🏛 Museo de Badalona

Sumérgete en el pasado romano de la ciudad con este museo construido sobre restos arqueológicos de la antigua Baetulo. Aquí encontrarás mosaicos, termas y un recorrido por la vida cotidiana de hace dos mil años.

2. 🏘️ Dalt de la Vila

Este barrio medieval es un viaje al pasado con calles estrechas y empedradas, fachadas llenas de historia y una atmósfera tranquila que invita a pasear sin prisa. No olvides tu cámara, cada rincón es una postal.

3. 🏙️ Centro de Badalona

La vida moderna late en su centro urbano. Aquí se mezclan cafés, comercios locales y arquitectura contemporánea con espacios culturales como el Teatre Zorrilla y la Biblioteca Can Casacuberta.

4. 🌊 Calle del Mar

El eje comercial más icónico de Badalona. Recorre esta calle peatonal llena de tiendas, restaurantes y heladerías mientras sientes la brisa marina que anuncia la cercanía del Mediterráneo.

5. 🌉 Pont del Petroli

Uno de los símbolos fotográficos de la ciudad. Este antiguo embarcadero industrial ahora es un paseo panorámico sobre el mar con vistas espectaculares, ideal para ver el amanecer o simplemente desconectar.

6. 🌿 Parque de Can Solei i Ca l’Arnús

Un oasis verde entre palmeras, estanques y caminos de cuento. Perfecto para un picnic, una siesta en la hierba o un paseo con historia: su origen data del siglo XIX.

7. 🧱 Refugio Antiaéreo de la Plana

Un rincón poco conocido pero profundamente conmovedor. Este refugio de la Guerra Civil permite entender la memoria viva de Badalona y su fortaleza durante momentos oscuros.

8. 🎭 Centre Cultural l’Escorxador

Antiguo matadero reconvertido en espacio cultural alternativo. Si tienes suerte, puedes coincidir con exposiciones, conciertos o actividades que muestran el alma creativa de la ciudad.

9. 🎨 Factoría Cultural

Espacio dinámico de arte contemporáneo y creación local. Ideal para ver propuestas nuevas, conocer artistas emergentes o participar en talleres creativos.

10. 🛍️ Wham! Vintage Store Antigüedades, Discos, Moda y librería

Ubicada en pleno centro, Wham! Vintage Store es una parada imprescindible para los amantes del coleccionismo, la nostalgia y las piezas con historia. Desde juguetes retro y vinilos hasta antigüedades únicas, esta tienda es una cápsula del tiempo donde cada objeto tiene una historia que contar. Además, su estética pintoresca y su cuidada selección la han convertido en un lugar de interés cultural para curiosos y turistas.

Badalona está en auge, y ahora más que nunca merece ser explorada. Si te apasionan los destinos con historia y alma, no lo dudes: esta ciudad te espera con los brazos abiertos… y con una tienda vintage que te hará soñar.

La fuerza de la tormenta y las lluvias del pasado fin de semana han causado múltiples destrozos en Badalona, no sólo en equipamiento urbano y árboles, también en comercios.

La nueva tienda de discos y vintage de Badalona Wham Vintage Store sufrió también las consecuencias de la dana, con discos, books y comics mojados que tuvieron que ser movidos rápidamente, y algunos de ellos han quedado inservibles.

Pero en toda tormenta siempre hay algún momento para algún rayo de luz. También podemos calificar de huracanes a algunos entusiastas clientes que también han “arrasado” con los discos de vinilo.

La salvación de los discos de vinilo en Badalona

“-Aunque las ventas son escasas, el establecimiento gusta y mucho. Es una tienda original y un lugar para tirarse un buen rato mirando cosas y recuperando recuerdos, una experiencia estimulante en un mundo de comercios clónicos y aburridos. Pero si algo está funcionando realmente bien son los discos. Esto es casi contradictorio, ya que no se trata de productos asequibles y sus precios están casi por las nubes. Pero el perfil del coleccionista de discos de vinilo es decidido y sabe muy bien lo que quiere y lo que cuestan en otros sitios. Nuestros precios están ajustados, y nuestro creciente catálogo está cuidadosamente seleccionado, con piezas de jazz, soul, disco, pop y rock muy codiciadas a precios difíciles de ver en tiendas especializadas, y mucho menos en el océano de especulación que son las plataformas digitales de compraventa.”

Goteras y algunos discos y comics mojados

“-Aunque me hallo en una situación bastante precaria, falta de mobiliario, estanterías, no tengo suficientes fundas de plástico para todo el género, el local necesita de algunos pequeños arreglos, los daños no fueron graves, pero sí preocupantes. Esto es todo lo que me queda, lo he puesto todo en este negocio, y es por esto que me siento enormemente agradecido por la acogida y colaboración vecinal, y por tener ya clientes recurrentes y entusiastas. Creo en este proyecto, y no habrá tormenta que pueda conmigo. Sólo espero, que la próxima tormenta sea de clientes y visitantes que me ayuden a popularizar la existencia de esta emblemática tienda rápidamente con el efecto boca a boca.”

Wham Vintage and Retro Store abrió sus puertas el pasado mes de mayo, puedes visitar la tienda en la calle Sagunt, 95 de Badalona. Metro L2 de Barcelona, estación Pep Ventura.

Abierto de martes a sábado, 11h a 13.30h y 18h a 21h.

The history of Wham Vintage Store is full of surprises, but few as exciting as the recent visit of Miguel J. Navarro, collector, researcher and author specializing in the history of the Beatles in Spain.

On a morning filled with anecdotes, he left us copies of his most iconic works on deposit, with the generous offer to personally sign each book for our customers.

Thus is born a collaboration that unites passion, music, and culture, and celebrates the Beatles from a very special corner of Barcelona: Badalona's Progrés neighborhood.

Miguel J. Navarro has dedicated a good part of his life to investigating the influence of the Beatles in our country, making his person a absolute reference in the world of music collecting.

With a close and rigorous look, he has rescued testimonies, unpublished photographs, and has been key in the documentary reconstruction of the Beatles' only visit to Spain.

Their books, “18 hours of Beatlemania in Barcelona" and "When the Beatles visited Barcelona" are the fruit of years of work, a love of music, and a tireless commitment to cultural memory. Each page vibrates with emotion, history, and authenticity.

Book When the Beatles visited Barcelona – Exclusive dedicated edition

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Book 18 Hours of Beatlemania in Barcelona – Exclusive Dedicated Edition

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📺 Featured appearances

We recommend checking out these interviews, where Miguel shares his experience, untold anecdotes, and his vision as a chronicler of the Beatle phenomenon in our country:

🎥 137. Miguel J. Navarro, Beatles collector

The Newspaper July 9, 2023:
The Beatles' treasure hunter's latest big find

🔗Get your copy dedicated exclusively to Wham Vintage Store Barcelona!

You can now purchase both books in our physical store and online store. wham-vintage.com. Remember to fill out the dedication field and get your hands on a unique edition signed by the artist. An opportunity sure to excite both collectors and fans of the greatest band in history, the four most universally recognized Liverpool Beetles.

Book When the Beatles visited Barcelona – Exclusive dedicated edition

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Book 18 Hours of Beatlemania in Barcelona – Exclusive Dedicated Edition

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El cierre de Discos Revolver ha dejado a muchos con un vacío difícil de llenar. Durante años fue un referente para coleccionistas, curiosos y amantes del vinilo. Pero como suele pasar en la música, cuando una nota se apaga, otra empieza a sonar. Y en Barcelona y Badalona, nuevas tiendas están tomando el relevo con propuestas frescas, cercanas y muy personales.

🎶Ultra-Local Records (Poblenou)

En la calle Pujades 113, Ultra-Local Records se ha convertido en el corazón musical del barrio. Es mucho más que una tienda de discos: es un punto de encuentro para sellos independientes, bandas locales y amantes del vinilo.

Su especialidad son los discos autoeditados, las novedades internacionales y el material de segunda mano. Además, organizan conciertos íntimos y actividades que hacen que cada visita sea una experiencia. Si buscas música con identidad, este es tu sitio.

ultralocalrecords.blogspot.com / Instagram: @ultralocalrecords

📀Wham Vintage Store (Badalona)

Y si cruzamos a Badalona, encontramos una joya que empieza a brillar con fuerza: Wham Vintage Store. Aunque joven, esta tienda está creciendo gracias a su cuidada selección de discos de Jazz, Pop, Rock y música española.

Aquí, el vinilo no es solo un producto: es el alma del proyecto. Además, el espacio ofrece books, cómics, antigüedades y moda retro, convirtiéndose en un rincón cultural que respira nostalgia y pasión.

📚Wham Vintage Store: Una historia con ritmo propio

Wham Vintage Store nació como una idea que llevaba tiempo latiendo. Más que una tienda, es un proyecto personal, un espacio donde la música, la nostalgia y el diseño se mezclan como en un buen disco: cada pista tiene su carácter, pero todas forman parte de una misma experiencia.

El germen de Wham surge de años coleccionando vinilos, explorando mercadillos, y soñando con crear un rincón que respirara autenticidad. Badalona ofrecía la oportunidad de abrir en un lugar con historia y alma, lejos de la saturación del centro de Barcelona, pero cerca de una comunidad que valora el detalle y el carácter. Así empezó todo: con una estantería llena de discos, una selección de libros, moda retro y mucho cariño puesto en cada objeto.

Desde sus inicios, Wham se ha mantenido fiel a una misión clara: ofrecer discos bien seleccionados —Jazz, Pop, Rock, música española— y convertirse en un punto de encuentro para melómanos, coleccionistas y curiosos. La tienda ha ido creciendo gracias al boca a boca, a las redes, y sobre todo a los que cruzan la puerta y se quedan charlando sobre música como si se conocieran de toda la vida.

Web: Estás en ella. Instagram: @wham_vintage

Dónde está Wham Vintage Store, la nueva tienda de discos en Badalona

Bajando del Metro L2 Pep Ventura de Barcelona, la tienes a menos de 400 metros en la calle Sagunt, 95

Un presunto delincuente irrumpió ayer en Wham Vintage Store Badalona armado… con una tarjeta y un par de billetes de 20 euros. Según testigos, el vendedor gritó “¡Esto es un atraco a mano armada!”, mientras llenaba para el cliente una bolsa con vinilos, cómics y books de segunda mano valorados en menos de 50 €.

La situación violenta mantuvo en vilo al dependiente, que llegó a temer por su integridad al contemplar el imparable “asalto” de clásicos de rock y ediciones especiales de cómics. Se desconoce si el ladrón llevaba guantes para evitar dejar huellas, pero sí estaba dispuesto a llevarse auténticos tesoros por un botín de 47,80 €.

¡Esto es intolerable, estoy harto, HARTO, que venga EL Albiol y lo arregle! Y si puede ser eeeh… que grabe un reel de los suyos, queee tiene muchos followers…

Tras el “robo”, el atracador abandonó la sofisticada e interesante tienda a toda prisa, dejando tras de sí sólo el sonido de las carátulas rasgadas y el eco de un chiste demasiado bueno para no compartir. La policía local no ha confirmado detenciones, pero sí ha expresado su alivio: el nivel de inseguridad en Badalona nunca había sido tan… asequible.

Mire yo no soy racista pero, aunque el asaltante hablaba catalán, era muy bronceado de piel, eh, seguro, seguro que sus tatara-tatara-tatarabuelos eran islámicos, o algo asín, eso aquí en la península es muy, pero muy inusual oiga, todo el mundo sabe que los catalanes descendemos de los vikingos élficos de grífindorl, allí por el Valjala de Arán, en los confines de la tierra plana. Yo leo, oiga, sé de lo que hablo. Soy un librero serio.

¿Te perdiste este épico episodio de delincuencia vintage? Ven a Wham Vintage Store Badalona en Sagunt, 95, tu tienda retro de libros, comics, discos y artículos vintage, y sé testigo de nuestro rastro de “crímenes culturales”. Quizá tú seas el próximo en protagonizar un atraco… ¡con gastos por debajo de 50 €!

#inseguridad #badalona #badalonainsegura #badalonaviolenta #albioldimision #gubbadalona #mossos #barbaridad

Si te gustan urgar entre libros, comics, discos, te apasiona el retro y lo antíguo o eres de disfrutar la nostalgia por los años 70, 80, 90, no dudes en descubrir y visitar la tienda retro de Badalona. ¡No es un rastro, es un museo! Sagunt, 95 – Junto a Mercat Torner / Pep Ventura.

¡Toma noticia fake usando sensacionalismo sin disimulo!

Goopy Friends es una nueva web de compraventa y subasta

Hoy quiero compartir una experiencia especial que me ha dejado buen sabor de boca. En mi tienda he tenido la suerte de conocer a un cliente con iniciativa, pasión por lo que hace y, sobre todo, muchas ganas de impulsar un proyecto diferente. Me habló de Goopy Friends, una nueva plataforma online de compra-venta y subastas de artículos de segunda mano que, honestamente, me ha llamado mucho la atención.

Goopy.es nace con una visión clara: conectar personas mediante el intercambio responsable de objetos que aún tienen mucha vida por delante. Desde productos electrónicos hasta ropa, pasando por coleccionables y muebles, la variedad es amplia y la experiencia de usuario está bien cuidada.

Además, me ha alegrado saber que Goopy Friends tiene sede en Badalona, ciudad con fuerte carácter emprendedor que sigue sorprendiéndonos con proyectos frescos y bien pensados. La plataforma ofrece un diseño accesible, una navegación intuitiva y un espíritu comunitario que te invita a quedarte. Como desarrollador web, no pude evitar admirar los detalles técnicos y ya estamos hablando de una posible colaboración futura para mejorar aún más la experiencia digital del sitio.

💡 ¿Por qué apostar por Goopy.es?

• Por su apuesta por la economía circular.
• Porque detrás hay personas reales con pasión por lo que hacen.
• Porque es una oportunidad para vender, comprar o subastar de forma fácil y transparente.

Desde aquí, mi apoyo a este proyecto que promete, y mi reconocimiento a su creador por confiar en mí para seguir impulsando su visión. Os invito a echarle un vistazo a www.goopy.es y uniros a esta comunidad que empieza con fuerza.

¿Quién sabe? Igual encontráis esa pieza especial que estabais buscando… o vendéis esa joyita que ya no usáis.

Goopy Friends – Plataforma de compra-venta y subasta online

Cómo llegar a Wham! Vintage and Retro Store, tu tienda de libros, comics, discos y antigüedades en Badalona

If you're in Barcelona and you're passionate about retro, there's a corner you can't miss: Wham Vintage Store, in the heart of Badalona. This store isn't just a shopping space; it's an experience that transports you back to decades past with style, humor, and a whole lot of personality. Here, retro isn't a passing fad; it's a way of life.

At Wham Vintage Store, every object has a story. From vinyl records that sound like they were made on the day they were first released to comics that defined generations, the store is filled with treasures that spark memories and curiosity. The best part is that you don't need to be an expert collector to enjoy it: just be willing to explore and be surprised.

Unlike other stores that focus on the most classic “vintage” items, Wham focuses on the retro as a broader and more accessible concept. Here, the 70s, 80s, and 90s coexist in perfect harmony, with products ranging from pop culture to vintage technology. It's the ideal place to find that original gift, decorate your home with personality, or simply relive moments from your childhood.

Plus, the store's atmosphere is as welcoming as it is irreverent. With an aesthetic that blends kitsch with cool, and friendly, fun service, Wham has become a meeting point for collectors, the curious, and nostalgic. And yes, also for those looking to take an epic Instagram photo.

🎯 What can you find at Wham Vintage Store?

How to get to Wham! Vintage and Retro Store Barcelona in Badalona – Map

Several neighborhood and retail associations in Badalona are outraged by the recent opening of a store in the Progrés neighborhood called Wham Vintage Store, selling secondhand cultural items and antiques. They are threatening to take the complaint to the Ombudsman, and if they don't get their way, they will go to the Constitutional Court.

It's too cool for a Badalona store.

“-It's too cool, it doesn't look like a Badalona store.”

said the representative of the residents and merchants associations of Badalona Centre and Progrés.

“-When we saw that they were doing something in the premises at 95 Sagunt Street, well, we were expecting some mattress franchise, or dental clinic, or at least a iPhone case store, which the neighborhood really needs, but listen, this guy comes and says that if books rare, comics, records, old stuff… the other day I saw him putting in the store a siphon, and a box of Geyper games...what is this? What's next, a record store in the neighborhood? Another library to keep closed? This is outrageous, outrageous, listen..."

The owner, for his part, has declared

“-If it doesn't matter, if I'm going to have to close anyway, if everyone likes it... but they don't buy anything from me.”.

Consensus and calm regarding innovation in commerce

The City Council and its entities have not yet made any moves, but this is standard protocol. We ask for consensus and calm, which are two very useful words in these absurd situations.

“In this neighborhood, they're already going too far. We already have three or four esoteric stores, another three or four natural products stores, three secondhand stores, just as many craft stores, several florists, several incredible bakeries and pastry shops, huge bookstores, a manga and board game store, an impressive gastronomic offering, haberdasheries, a market, auto repair shops, bicycle and electric scooter shops, printers, copy shops... it can't be, listen, with this commercial network and the entire new Gorg neighborhood right next door, in the end, we're going to end up being the center of the city. No way. Head for Calle del Mar and walk up and down it several times like Lemmings, because here in Badalona, that's what we have to do, to infinity and beyond. And here in Progrés, the market, leave it as it is until it fossilizes, and at most, open a vape shop, because that's what we really need.”

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In the heart of Badalona, between aromas of fresh fruit, neighborhood voices and the creaking of metal shutters, beats a corner with soul: the Torner MarketIt may not be at its best, but that's precisely what makes it so special. Because authenticity doesn't need to shine to have value. And here, among traditional stalls, lies a small universe that blends culture, local commerce, and style with history.

🛒The market that resists (and falls in love)

The Mercat Torner is not just a place to shop. It's a haven of merchants who believe in what they do, who offer fresh, high-quality produce without any fuss. People who call you by name, who recommend the best of the day, and who have been sustaining the neighborhood's soul for decades. And even though the pace of the city has changed, they're still there, with their doors open and their hearts set on every stop.

📖The secret corner of books

Among fruits, sausages and freshly baked bread, there is a small oasis for lovers of literature: a exchange point books gratuitousYes, you read that right. Books that come and go, that change hands and lives. You can leave one, take another, or simply browse among forgotten titles and unexpected gems. It's a simple, yet powerful gesture. Because sharing culture is also about building a neighborhood.

And yes, we also participated. Since Wham Vintage StoreJust a few steps from the market, we donate books, leave flyers, and do our part to help this place continue to grow. Because we believe in the networks that are woven from the bottom up, between neighbors, with love and without rushing.

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🎵👖Wham Vintage Store: the perfect complement

After strolling through the market and picking up a couple of books, take a look at our shop. Wham Vintage Store you will find Clothes with history, vinyl records that sound glorious, and objects you didn't know you needed until you saw them.We are that place where the past blends with the present to create something unique. And yes, we're also fans of Mercat Torner. Because vintage isn't just about clothes: it's about the way we live, shop, and connect.

🌿 Why come to Mercat Torner?

• Because supporting local businesses is a revolutionary act.
• Because there are no algorithms here, there are people.
• Because you can take home a free book, a bag of oranges, and a Bowie vinyl record in the same morning.
• Because the future of neighborhoods is built with gestures like this.

Come to the Torner Market. Rediscover it. Support it. And while you're at it, stop by Wham.
Between books, records and vintage, there's a world waiting to be explored.
And best of all: it's right here, in Badalona.

A neighborhood with soul, history and future

At Wham Vintage Store, we believe in the power of neighborhoods. In their ability to reinvent themselves, to inspire, to create community. That's why today we want to talk to you about something we feel very strongly about: the potential of Progrés neighborhood and its surroundings in BadalonaAnd we're doing this by launching a campaign that excites us: “The Poblenou of Badalona”.

🌊 Why “El Poblenou de Badalona”?

Poblenou, in Barcelona, is an example of urban transformation. What was once the industrial heart of the city—known as the “Catalan Manchester”—is today an epicenter of creativity, design, alternative culture, and neighborhood life. A place where factories converted into galleries, coworking spaces, independent shops, bars with soul, and a vibrant community that has managed to maintain its essence.

Progrés is the neighborhood “hipster” from Badalona

And in Badalona, just 6 km away, we have a neighborhood with a very similar DNA: Progrés and its surroundings. A place With history, with character, with the sea, with authentic local commerce and with an energy that is ready to shine.

🛍️A commercial fabric with identity

In our neighborhood, there are no clone franchises or soulless storefronts. Here you'll find stores like ours —Wham Vintage Store—that focus on authenticity, sustainability, and a friendly atmosphere. But we're not alone: there are traditional bakeries, independent bookstores, natural and organic product stores, craft shops, esoteric stores, artist studios, charming cafes, pastry shops, gourmet stores, fashion boutiques, beauty centers, and shops that have been serving their neighbors for generations, and others that are the work of brilliant entrepreneurs with amazing products and services.

🏛️Living history in every corner

From the old textile factories to the modernist buildings, the neighborhood exudes history. And as in Poblenou, this industrial heritage isn't a burden, but an opportunity: spaces that can be transformed into cultural centers, creative studios, and meeting places.

🌅The sea as a horizon

Like Poblenou, our neighborhood also overlooks the Mediterranean. The beach is just a short walk away, and that changes everything: the light, the pace, the quality of life. Can you imagine a route of vintage shops, urban art, and local cuisine that ends with a craft beer by the sea? We can. And we want to make it a reality.

🤝Community and future

This campaign isn't just a comparison. It's a statement of intent. We want residents, merchants, artists, and visitors to see the neighborhood through fresh eyes. We want them to explore it, experience it, and support it. Because we believe that Progrés and its surroundings could be the next great urban destination in the metropolitan area.Not to imitate anyone, but to be true to who we are. And because we have nothing that other, more popular neighborhoods don't have.

Are you joining?

If you have a business, a cultural project, an idea, or simply love for the neighborhood, write to us. We want to create synergies, organize events, tours, and collaborations. Because We all build the future of the neighborhood.

Map with some notable businesses in the neighborhood

Is your store not listed? Write to us!

When you visit Badalona, the most common thing is to stop by its famous museum to discover how the Romans livedBut what if I told you there's another "museum" in the city that doesn't appear in tourist brochures, but holds authentic gems from the past? It's called Wham Collectibles and Vintage, and it is very much alive.

🌀 A trip back in time… without leaving a store

You walk in, and you're not sure if you're in a 1970s neighborhood bookstore, a retro lounge with vinyl records that scream history, or a pop art gallery with a nod to kitsch and the endearing. Every corner of Wham is designed to spark a smile, a memory, or a conversation.

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📚 🎸 🖼️ Books, comics, vinyl records, decorative objects, collectibles, and antique pieces that you can't find even if you search three flea markets at once. If Badalona's museum shows you the city's past, Wham puts it within easy reach so you can take a piece home with you.

🌟 It's not just any store, it's an experience

In a world of ephemerality and digitality, places like Wham endure with style. And we're not talking just any style: the kind that can only be found in authentic objects, one-of-a-kind pieces, and true stories.

In addition, we are the The only authentic vintage shop in Badalona that encompasses so many universes. Here, a bookshelf filled with Mortadelo's adventures coexists with a record player that still sounds great, and a 1960s lamp that's crying out for a second life.

🎯 Looking for the Badalona museum? Don't leave without discovering this one!

If you've come here looking for information about the Catalan city's museum, take a moment to come and visit us. We may not have Roman remains, but we do have artifacts that will tell you equally fascinating stories. We're in the heart of Badalona, and we promise that leaving Wham without taking something home with you is harder than resisting a Bowie album for 10 euros.

👉 Wham Collectibles and Vintage: the place where objects are not just sold, they are celebrated.

How to get to the Badalona Wham! Vintage Store museum store

We are located at 95 Sagunt Street, next to the Torner Market in the Progrés neighborhood, Barcelona metro L2 Pep Ventura schedule Tuesday to Saturday 11am-1.30pm and 5pm-8.30pm

Every month, the southern neighborhoods of Badalona are filled with life, creativity and community thanks to second-hand, vintage and craft market organized by the foundation Badalona Capac from your project Badalona Sud Commune.

This event is not just an opportunity to discover unique treasures or support local businesses—it is, above all, a celebration of collaborative economy, sustainability, and social development. Local artisans, artists, vintage lovers, and social projects come together in an open, inclusive, and soulful space.

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At Wham Vintage Store Barcelona, we firmly believe in these types of initiatives that foster the community from the ground up. That's why we encourage you to come, participate, share, and, if you can, shop consciously!

📅 When? Once a month (follow their social media and website for more information and calls)
📍 Where? Passage Sant Elies, Badalona – Next to the Sant Roc Library
📲 In order not to miss the exact dates and other events of the project, the best way to stay up to date is to follow its Instagram

Supporting this market is not just a way to responsible consumption, is a declaration of principles: neighborhoods are built by everyone.

See you in the next edition!

We all need a digital break and to go back to reading a quality magazine on paper, if we're in a hurry, with impeccable design and content, and with a love for the city, its activities, shops, and services that goes beyond what any other local publication could offer.

We talk about Local Badalona Magazine, a publication whose aspirations go far beyond being a promotional medium for the city's central core.

Local Badalona Magazine: A window to Badalona

In Badalona, there is a publication that stands out for its quality and its focus on local news: Local Badalona MagazineThis magazine has become a reference for those seeking information on culture, society, and events in our city.

It's always a pleasure to read a magazine with such a carefully curated and well-crafted edition as Local Badalona Magazine, from its content and writing style to its impeccable artwork, both photographs and high-quality illustrations.

What can you find in Local Badalona Magazine?

The magazine covers a wide variety of topics, from political and social analysis to interviews with prominent figures from Badalona. It also dedicates space to culture, with articles on local heritage, festivals, and artistic expressions that enrich our community.

It also features opinion sections and reports that delve into the city's reality and its economic and entrepreneurial fabric.

Where to get it?

One of the best news is that Local Badalona Magazine It is distributed free of charge at Llibreria Abacus (Alfons XIII or Centre comercial Màgic) and Forn Xurreria Bertran Mar (Carrer del Mar). If you prefer the digital version, you can access its contents through its website. here.

From Wham Vintage StoreWe appreciate the efforts of media outlets like this one to keep the community informed and foster interest in our city.

It's always a pleasure to exchange ideas with those who work for the culture and identity of Badalona!

Table of Contents

• A neighborhood with history and character
• Commerce and local life
• A neighborhood with a Mediterranean soul
• Explore the Barri del Progrès: The “Poblenou” of Badalona
• Gentrification effect
• Charming shops
  • Fashion and accessories
  • Other points of interest
• Map of the most notable places and shops in Badalona's Barri del Progrès neighborhood.

Located in the heart of Badalona, he Progress District It's a place with a soul of its own. Its streets exude history, from its industrial past to its present, filled with culture and commerce. This neighborhood, with its low, two-story houses and welcoming atmosphere, is the perfect place to lose yourself and discover its unique essence.

A neighborhood with history and character

El Progrès was born as an industrial epicenter in the 19th century, when the arrival of the railway transformed the area and filled it with factories and workshops. Today, many of these former factories have been converted into cultural spaces, maintaining the spirit of innovation and creativity that has always characterized the neighborhood.

Commerce and local life

If there's one thing that defines the Barri del Progrès, it's its local commerce. From vintage and collectibles stores, to Wham Vintage, up to the emblematic Torner Market, where the aromas and colors of fresh produce create a unique sensorial experience. The neighborhood is also surrounded by charming small businesses, cozy cafes, and specialty shops that make every stroll an adventure.

A neighborhood with a Mediterranean soul

Located near the sea, the Progrès enjoys the sea breeze and the proximity of iconic places such as the Petroli Bridge and the historic factory of Anise of the MonkeyIts connection to the Mediterranean gives it a relaxed feel, perfect for those seeking a balance between tradition and modernity.

Explore the Barri del Progrès: The “Poblenou” of Badalona

If you visit Badalona, you can't miss exploring this vibrant neighborhood. Discover its streets, shops, and history, and immerse yourself in an authentic experience that will make you feel part of the community.

Gentrification effect

Rising rents due to tourism aren't just affecting homes. As has happened in other cities, the city center has fewer and fewer charming little shops, and everything is becoming more "same": convenience stores, dental clinic franchises, mattresses, etc.

Then the rents of commercial premises in the neighborhoods are slightly regularized, and commercial activity is diversified and reinvented in the surrounding areas of the city center. This is the case of the progrès, with commercial axes such as the street Guifrè either Alfons XIII, full of all kinds of small businesses where their hard-working owners put more and more effort into making a difference that is clearly evident in the atmosphere of the neighborhood.

We're going to offer you a series of categories and a map with business categories so you can discover the coolest neighborhood and shops in all of Barcelona!

Charming shops

• Wham Vintage – Your vintage and collectibles store, perfect for lovers of unique objects.
• Torner Market – A traditional market with fresh produce and an authentic atmosphere.
• Small neighborhood shops – Although there are no specific lists, local commerce is key to the neighborhood's identity.

Fashion and accessories

• Pin Up Fashion – An atelier specializing in 1950s-style clothing, with unique dresses, handbags, and headpieces.
• Bambula – Fashion store with trendy clothing and accessories.
• Look at me – Multi-brand fashion with a bohemian and casual chic style.
• Farola Shop – Catalan brand with exclusive and original designs.
• My Chic – A store with a wide variety of fashion, from party dresses to Ibizan fashion.
• Jamaca – Multi-brand fashion with quality brands for the whole family.

Other points of interest

• Anís del Mono Factory – A modernist building steeped in history, founded in 1868. Guided tours are available.
• Petroli Bridge – An iconic pier that juts out into the sea and offers spectacular views. It's currently undergoing renovations, having been destroyed by a storm during the pandemic.
• Agustí House – A historic modernist building, also known as “Doctor Agustí's Castle.” It's currently a restaurant with affordable, high-quality daily menus.

Map of the most notable places and shops in Badalona's Barri del Progrès neighborhood.

Everything you can't miss in Badalona's Barri del Progrès, the city's authentic, modern, hipster neighborhood. We're adding more!

There aren't many shops left where comics are the soul of the store. Most have succumbed to the shine of merchandising, but we haven't forgotten where we came from: the ink, the paper, the vignettes and the complicit silence between reader and page.

Tired of going into comic book stores that have more Funkos than comics?

Us too. In our store, the comic is the protagonist, not an accessory.

In our store, the comic remains the protagonistFrom vintage editions to classics and hidden gems from the '80s, '90s, and '00s, we have more comics than merchandise—and that's no exaggeration.

Have more comics than anyone else in Badalona: from vintage gems to must-have titles from the 80s, 90s and 2000s. Whether you're looking for superheroes, sci-fi, slice of life, adventure, or drama, we have American, European, manga... and everything in between.

📖 Do these editorials sound familiar to you? Forum, Planeta, Zinco, Norma, Panini, Glénat, Ivrea…
We don't just name them for you: we have them on the shelves. With worn or intact spines, with the scent of history, with that cover that moved you for the first time.

Come and discover a space where comics They are read, respected and shared.
Because we are from the generation that already read comics before that the trailers and crossovers would arrive on the big screen.

📍 We are in Badalona.
🦸‍♀️ And we don't sell "comic book stuff." We sell comics.