There's nothing quite like the soft thud of records hitting your fingers as you thumb through your favorite local collection.
Aside from getting your junkie record fix, spending time at record stores is also a super effective way to support local businesses while stepping away from your laptop for a minute. Dig through these Record Stores in Austin and find a unique gem for you or the beloved music snob in your life.
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211 E Alpine Rd
Feels So Good has been around since 2007, starting off as a passion project that has now turned into a full fledged screen printing and embroidery shop. FSG has a large selection of vinyl for sale, as well as the works of hundreds of different artists and vendors. You can also shop from them online.
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4825 Weidemar Ln
Known for their curated collection of stereos, you can find a just as impressively organized selection of records to purchase as you mull over getting new speakers with an El Tigre Coffee in hand. With an incredibly knowledgeable staff, Living in Stereo's a great spot to find a new record before you grab a bite around The Yard at St. Elmo.
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photo credit: Salihah Saadiq Photography on Big Henry's Facebook
305 E 5th St
Inside the box office for Antone's Nightclub downtown, Big Henry's acts as the gift shop of this legendary blues venue. Hosting a refined selection of Soul, Blues, and Funk records, you can find a sultry souvenir from your next visit to listen to amazing live performances. Even when the performer isn't a part of their collection for sale.
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2001 E Cesar Chavez St
Finally, a record store and a bar got together and had a lyrical love child. Drinks Records is a record shop inside Drinks Lounge so you can relax with a cocktail as you look through their collection. As a newer shop, they mainly have new releases, but as their used collection grows, expect to find a variety of vinyl inside this bar.
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2105 Justin Ln
Just off Burnet is the latest record store to set up shop in North Austin. As a neighborhood record store, you can find new and used records inside the bright yellow walls with the bonus of meeting a record shop dog named Jo!
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1601 E 5th St, Ste 108
As Austin’s newest record store, Sunshine Vinyl has a lovingly curated selection of contemporary music that highlights the queer community, music by people of color and women. Community is at the heart of Sunshine’s culture and their staff wants you to feel welcome and included, and to leave feeling like you’ve found something new, whether it’s music, friendship or both.
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2928 Guadalupe St
Antone's Record Shop continues to be cherished and a sought-after fixture of The Drag. With an impressive selection of blues albums (as well as every other musical genre under the sun), Antone's Record Shop stands beside Antone's venue as an enduring legacy of Clifford's love of music.
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211 W North Loop Blvd
This all-vinyl record store is a paradise for any music lover. Stocked with a wide selection of 45s, new and used records, turntables, and apparel, Breakaway has something for everyone - from the newbie record lover to vinyl vultures searching for rare items.
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600 N Lamar Blvd
Open since 1982, Waterloo is an Austin icon that you'd be hard-pressed to miss. Nestled next to other local favorites like 24 Diner and BookPeople, it usually makes for a nice daily outing. Keep an eye on the store’s calendar for in-store record signings.
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4304 Clawson Rd
End of an Ear is Austin's sonic crown jewel; ask any music-lover. You can find vintage and new releases alike. If you're also just looking for some new recommendations for things to stream, give them a follow on Instagram for their expert advice on all things music.
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2505 E 6th Suite F
A newbie to the Austin record scene, BLK Vinyl has garnered a big following since its 2018 inception. Located quaintly on the east side, they specialize in used and collectible records, with a heavy concentration on 60s and 70s pop, psych, garage, prog and more.
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1208 N Interstate Hwy 35 Suite 200
Since 2003, Piranha Records has been an unsuspecting player in the Austin vinyl world. Besides being known as a hub for vinyl records, this Round Rock curator is known for specializing in local rap and Down-South apparel.
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EVEN MORE RECORD STORES IN AUSTIN:
5341 Burnet Rd
2828 Guadalupe St
2400 E Cesar Chavez Street, Unit 312
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