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Best places to find records on Chicago

Hi Guys -

As I eagerly await the arrival of my first turntable I now am curious as to where I'll be able to locate LP's in or around the Chicagoland area. I have a couple of names like Reckless records, Jazz Record Mart, and Remember when records. Thats about it, are there many others around here?? I am curious also if I will be able to find newer releases on vinyl, I hope at least I will be able to find some. Thanks everyone for your input in advance.

Chris
thorty40
phild
603 posts
 
I thought of two more...

Raffe's Record Riot on Cicero (just south of Montrose).

Broadway Records on Briar (just west of Broadway)
psychicanimal
1,738 posts
 
I'm not telling, he he! I got a complete Time-Life Big Bands collection (30 double albums, 28 factory sealed , all new, 1/2 speed mastered)for less than $100!!!

Actually, I dont' remember the name...it's in the West Suburbs, in Arlington Heights or vicinity (Golf Road, that is). The owner is an old man who claims to have started the Phonolog...
thorty40 OP
149 posts
 
Now thats not a very nice thing to do :) If you would happen to remember what the name of that shop is I would very much appreciate the update. I'll ask around the Chicago vinyl shops though and see if anyone there might know what shop it is you are talking about. But it is the thought that counts, so thanks!

Chris
psychicanimal
1,738 posts
 
Get a phone directory, area code 847, Arlington Heights.

It's on Golf road, one quarter mile east of Rt 83 on the right hand side past the McDonald's that's being reconstructed. It's really close to where I live, so I drive past it sometimes.

Awesome store...most stuff I've gotten is brand new!

That's why I bought a Technics 1200! Lots of 45s, DJ records, oldies, jazz...
thorty40 OP
149 posts
 
Thanks for the update, I'll definitely go up to Arlington Heights and hunt that place down. From what it sounds like it will be worth the effort!

Chris
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