Best Independent Music Stores in Iowa City, IA
Eastern Iowa Record Stores Plentiful in Iowa City
A great music store for true music lovers with one of the best collections of vinyl records in Eastern Iowa, the Record Collector has a collection of hundreds of hard-to-find vinyl LPs and 45s. Titles in vinyl format are available for virtually every genre. From vintage rock, indie, jazz, blues, funk to country music. Record players are on hand and for sale as well.
The Record Collector also sells new and used CDs, DVDs, and posters. Typical store hours are Monday through Friday from 11 am - 7 pm, 11 am to 6 pm on Saturday and 12 pm to 4 pm on Sundays. (Record Collector, (319)337-5029, 116 South Linn Street)
From the moment you step inside the door of this independent music store in Iowa City, you'll find your toes tapping to whatever music the friendly Real Records staff is playing. Real Records features a wonderful mix of vinyl and CDs for virtually all genres. Located near the pedestrian mall, this Iowa City independent music store has a knowledgeable staff on-hand to help you find what you are looking for. If you are looking for something special and can't find what you are looking for, be sure to ask. The staff at this Iowa City record store may be able to order it for you. (Real Records, (319) 341-7800, 203 North Linn Street)
Another independent music store in Iowa City worth visiting is Sweet Livin' Antiques and Art. This quaint shop offers an eclectic mix of antiques and vintage vinyl records with over 20,000 in stock. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday and Mondays from 12:30 pm to 4 pm. This shop is a great stop to seek out your favorite vinyl records or to find some retro stereo equipment. (Sweet Livin' Antiques and Art, (319) 337-5015, 940 Gilbert Court)
From the rich sound of vinyl or convenience of CDs, music lovers and record collectors can still find plenty of albums, 45s, and CDs to browse through at these top Iowa City independent record stores.
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Post a CommentFun Reviews! I used to love shopping the hole in the wall music shops while I was a student at the UI. I wonder if the music shop is still open upstairs in the Hall Mall....good memories!