My Favorite NYC Record Stores

[@tonysmith5878]

THAT "YES" T SHIRT IS A BEAUTY.

[@BrendonSnyder]

“YES”….it sure is 😂

[@BeatUpRecordsCDs]

Music libraries like this create a sense of enjoyment and are very fulfilling to a music lover like myself. Even if I’m just browsing.

[@BrendonSnyder]

These kind of places really take me back to my youth and are comforting in that manner as well.

[@Yaknshell]

Thanks for this post. Will definitely check out these locations.

[@BrendonSnyder]

You’re welcome! Enjoy!

[@subhabratagupta9847]

Very much informative. Beautiful presentation. From Calcutta, India.

[@JasonJames72]

Luv the last 2 stores. Can see myself having a dig thru. Awesome. 🤩

[@BrendonSnyder]

And since this video I’ve found a few more locations like Record Runner, which I think you’ve seen but if not, see link kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6jOlqxjj6ZnicU

[@ANDRE1mang]

Thank you for sharing all of these! I'm excited to check out Bookoff. I mostly collect CDs and movies! Movies moreover. I still watch a lot of blu-rays, but have my good share of CDs.

[@williamrogers626]

Bookoff is simply amazing, so are the others, but that one I'd disappear in. Great video!

[@BrendonSnyder]

That one is a really new place to me and it blew my mind the first time I walked in there. I still can’t get over it.

[@sjbang5764]

My favorite record store in NYC is Downtown Music Gallery. It is located at 13 Monroe St, between Catherine & Market Streets. It is unparalleled.

[@zaklarrabee7270]

Really appreciate this video just what i needed thank you

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’m glad you enjoyed it. I think all of the stores still exist but the video was made 2 years ago and I know some of the stores have changed in the meantime.

[@buddygreco2348]

Really miss Revolver records down in the village. Beatles bootlegs to the max! Miss you guys...

[@BrendonSnyder]

Must have been before my time as I don’t remember that store and I’ve been in NYC since 1999. When did they close?

[@buddygreco2348]

@@BrendonSnyder Pretty sure they closed in 96/97. On West 8th....but from 87 to 94 they were the place to go to get everything new. All the major cd and vinyl releases. Eddie was the best!

[@garrettwalker6939]

tanks. for. a entertaining. video. about. the. music. stores take. care

[@BrendonSnyder]

You’re welcome! 👍

[@steveverboom]

Man, I could spend all day in those stores.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I know what you mean!

[@briankessler3501]

Nothing beats a good cd/record store. Down to just two in Omaha. Thanks Brendon. 💯

[@BrendonSnyder]

A good record store is like stepping back in time. Such a good feeling.

[@purpletemple1]

Wish I had known about all those stores in 2019 when I visited NYC. Will have to come back! Cheers!

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yeah it’s amazing how some of these places stay in business despite being hole in the wall type places and there being next to no advertisement.

[@wilynelson3431]

Estuve en Academy en el año 2016!! Maravilloso lugar

[@abouteverything2654]

Thank you so.much..Cones in handy.

[@jaredl.8465]

BookOff is the one that definitely sparks my attn. The others look very cool, but the massive CD section @ BookOff is really astounding. Hopefully, they open one in MN some day (though that would take a toll on my wallet). Looking forward to more glam/hair metal videos. Maybe it's time to rank the Enuff Z'Nuff catalog?

[@BrendonSnyder]

It comes in waves and cycles. As I move off of 60’s era bands I don’t know where it will head next but eventually I’ll come back around to Glam Metal. I make the videos based on what I’m currently into at the time. That way it’s interesting for us both.

[@hullygullys]

@@BrendonSnyder enuff z'nuff is a band that took plenty of cues from 60s era artists, so it would be an easy transition i think

[@JasonJames72]

Btw luv the sleeping stik in the corner. 🤩

[@BrendonSnyder]

Haha…the “Good Night” bat is a replica of the one from the DC Comics movie Suicide Squad. It’s Harley Quinn’s weapon of choice.

[@JasonJames72]

@@BrendonSnyder ha ha so it's a indoor home security system..... Lol thanks B for links n videos. I simply luv those round spinning music makers. 🤩

[@LilPistachiofr]

Taking notes for my future trip

[@BrendonSnyder]

Here is a link to a playlist folder of all of the good record stores in Manhattan, or near by that I have been to, that are worth checking out… kzbin.info/aero/PLXugCGslmwqlH4ovvscmUZzZRGQQzlPcW

[@LilPistachiofr]

@@BrendonSnyder Thanks man! Gonna check em out

[@anthonyburke223]

Westside records looks amazing

[@BrendonSnyder]

👍

[@Audiorevue]

I've been to that village revival and it is amazing truly, the only thing I would say is I remember walking in there the first time and I almost had a headache as soon as I walked in because there is stuff everywhere and amb the type that I want to go through everything and there's no way I could have done it in the hour that I was there

[@MartyMurray]

My son and I are going to one of the few record stores left in my area, and it's in the mall in St. Catharines, not Niagara Falls, Sunrise Records. My son goes there quite often. He says there is a big sale this week, so I'm going to take a look. They sell CDs, vinyl, DVDs, t-shirts, and a lot of collectible type things. It's a pretty neat store.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Wow sounds great! I hope you both score big!

[@christophergagtan1639]

I love record collecting

[@BrendonSnyder]

Me too! 👍

[@cristianosorio2517]

Hi Brendon!! if i ever visit NYC again, this four places are already in my route.... cheers and be well

[@BrendonSnyder]

It will be worth it. But also hopefully these bring some good memories back from the days when record stores like this were everywhere.

[@colinwilliams553]

It's nice of you to check out other record stores in the area especially the ones I've never been before.I've been to the one in the village at 197 BLEECKER st.many,many times. I've yet to go check out the ACADEMY of MUSIC.I always have trouble looking for that place I know it's in either the chealsea area or the Manhattan area I'm not sure but I'm determining to find it.I also want to check out westsider records hope to find that anyway,thanks for the info of all these locations stay safe and be well.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I give the address for each of these. Just Google or use GPS and you’ll find it. Academy is on 18th street between 5th and 6th Avenues. Very easy to find IMO.

[@memyselfmyvinyl894]

If I'm ever in NYC, I'll check these out.

[@BrendonSnyder]

It will be worth it…if they’re still around. It’s a shame as these kinds of places are disappearing fast.

[@memyselfmyvinyl894]

@@BrendonSnyder Thats too bad.

[@franksmusic2880]

You need to check out Tunes in Hoboken, it’s a few blocks from the Path trains. They have lots of cds, used and new. You won’t be disappointed.

[@holspa]

Super video again, shame i can never go to NY.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Well at least with KZbin you can live vicariously through me!

[@bhoussock]

Thanks for the video! I'm going to the city this August for a show and want to hit up a bunch of shops. Also have Generation Records, Stranded and Limited To One on my list. Any luck in those ones?

[@BrendonSnyder]

If you’re in town on Aug. 6th I’m doing a Record Store Meetup, see link for more info kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3mlmWWJprSdeqs

[@richards3862]

In the spring maybe ill take bus from jersey to bookoff

[@BrendonSnyder]

It will be worth it! Let me know if you decide to go and maybe I’ll see you there.

[@richards3862]

@@BrendonSnyder meet and greet no problem 😊

[@topographic1973ify]

My closest favorite store is 437 mies away and second is 500 miles away in Colorado The nearest is 143 miles away. You are luckier than you might believe.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I try and keep that in mind each time I go. I know they could all be gone very quickly.

[@spiritwalker1988]

Hi Brendon, i think you should visit Rough Trade Records, at Rockefeller Plaza. What do you think ?

[@BrendonSnyder]

I did visit it and recently posted an experience video, see link kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJundIyBqL18sNk for vinyl it’s great but not as a CD store. I miss the old Brooklyn location that was 10 times the size with tons of CD’s.

[@spiritwalker1988]

@@BrendonSnyder Oh yes Brendon, you prefer cd's, just like me. I already have a good vinyl collection, but since the advent of cd's i prefer it, but unfortunately, people are prioritizing buying vinyl, so we don't have many options.

[@PCLanimator]

Thanks what a great video! I´ll be going to NYC soon for the first time and record stores are maybe my main interest! Can I ask wich one of this (or maybe others) do you recommend if I´m interested on 80's/90's Pop 12" singles and/or CD singles mainly? And, on the other hand, are there any record shop in NYC where to find New releases? Or all of them use to work with old and udes music stuff, and the new stuff is now only on-line shopping? Thanks in advance for your help!!

[@MosheHersch]

What song is at 5:20?

[@VanHalenStarWars]

Looks awesome! Which of the aforementioned record stores would most like have the largest Van Halen vinyl Collection..rare live and or Japanese Obi releases? Is Record Runner more likely to have them? I noticed it wasn’t listed here..Thank You! 🤟🤟

[@lateramae]

Cool record stores! I know there are a few record stores where I'm from, but only the BookOff is easier to get to. The others I would have to make the trip and plan out how to get there. What are the prices for those CDs/vinyls at those stores you mentioned? I went to a record shop in town and I thought the CDs/vinyls were a bit overpriced (even the used ones).

[@BrendonSnyder]

That’s the thing it’s all getting over priced because the stores are becoming boutique shops. With not that many around and physical formate music being hard to finds everyone can raise their prices which is unfortunate. Because it wasn’t that long ago that these items didn’t cost an arm and a leg.

[@lateramae]

@@BrendonSnyder Ah ok, so because it's getting harder and harder to find CDs, vinyls, and other physical formats, stores are raising the prices because they can? That's mean!

[@briankessler3501]

@@lateramae Yes it is mean but Economics 101. Supply and demand.

[@lateramae]

@@briankessler3501 Economics is cruel then.

hello Brendon, do you think is it possible to find record of the bands The Tubes and Alex Harvey Band ?

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’m sure it’s possible.

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[@Rene-lm8kr]

I am missing "Generation Records"

[@BrendonSnyder]

I miss the old Generation Records when they stocked huge amounts of used CD’s and used vinyl. Now they barely sell any CD’s and most all of their vinyl is new. They do have a whole floor of used vinyl but not for classic rock and metal. They used to be one of my favorites.

[@adon8526]

Do you know any store that sell new CD’s?

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yes, some. My fave is Sound Exchange in Wayne New Jersey. See link for similar type video but showing my fave stores in NJ kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2m4amB5Zqqdh5I

[@petervanlonkhuijzen5242]

Me also

[@BrendonSnyder]

👍

[@timholt9948]

We have a seventy six square ft flea market in my old hometown they had some old Beatles albums that looked like they sat in a mud puddle for awhile wanted fourteen bucks each for them I went to get some money came back someone bought them all I only wanted yesterday and today butcher sleeve hopes I mean they looked like crap and sold even had the person's first name on them

[@BrendonSnyder]

There is always someone willing to pay for what others aren’t.

[@timholt9948]

@@BrendonSnyder I know but I've saw alot better quality at a lower price

[@mikebernier3358]

You forgot Generation Records W. Village

[@Mrajtheartist]

✨⭐✨💞💖💞💖💞💖💞💖💞✨⭐✨

[@BrendonSnyder]

My thoughts exactly!

[@jabu003]

DOWNTOWN MUSIC GALLERY DUDE ....

[@BrendonSnyder]

Been there too! 👍

[@corazzellim]

I wasn't that impressed with Book Off! prices were high and there is just so much chaff that should be in the their dollar bins