About · Since May 2018
The VIBE
story
VIBE Book & Music Shop was born in May 2018, out of ‘Imprint Books’, run by Terry Boyce since 2006 in Silvermine Bay, Mui Wo, Lantau Island.
Gary Brightman · Owner
Meet the owner
Gary Brightman
British-born Gary Brightman has lived in Silvermine Bay since 2009. From 1978 until 2013 he worked in information technology at various banks and financial institutions, first in London and then in Hong Kong.
He semi-retired in 2013 to follow his passion for film and photography — and latterly, books and music.
VIBE: “The mood or character of a place, situation or piece of music.”
VIBE sells new & pre-loved English, Chinese and foreign books, vinyl LPs, CDs, DVDs, record turntables, stationery, merchandise and other cool stuff.
What we stand for
Three things
- 01
Local first
We support local artisans, authors and musicians by stocking their creations and running events for them to showcase their work.
- 02
Recycle the good stuff
We believe in recycling to help save the planet, and accept donations of books, vinyl, CDs and DVDs.
- 03
Lantau community
We care about the Lantau Island community and are happy to consider local initiatives.
Timeline
Track history
2006
Imprint Books opens
Terry Boyce opens Imprint Books in Silvermine Bay.
May 2018
VIBE is born
Out of Imprint Books, Gary Brightman opens VIBE Book & Music Shop.
25th May 2019
First birthday
A year of author talks, recitals and tiny desk gigs.
6th June 2020
Second birthday
The Mutineers play the shop to mark two years.
22nd May 2021
Third anniversary
Celestial and The Mutineers celebrate three years.