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6 record stores every Indy music fan should know

Expand your music library at these Indianapolis record shops offering vinyl, CDs, and cassettes.

Stacks of records inside a record store.

What vinyl are you on the hunt for? | Photo by INDYtoday

Indy’s music scene has always had a strong heartbeat, and its record stores are the ones keeping the rhythm.

Whether you’re growing your collection, hunting for hidden gems, or just spending an afternoon flipping through stacks of wax, here are six shops every music fan should have on their radar.

Karma Records, two locations
The oldest independent record store in Indy holds a lot of local history. Does anyone remember when Ozzy Osbourne visited for a meet-and-greet in 1984? Do tell.

Irvington Vinyl & Books, 202 S. Audubon Rd.
Second-hand shoppers will love sifting through this shop’s inventory of pre-loved records, books, cassettes, magazines, and more.

Indy CD & Vinyl, 806 Broad Ripple Ave.
Head to the heart of Broad Ripple to find the largest and most-awarded independent record shop in Circle City.

Interior of Square Cat Vinyl

Bring your used vinyl to Square Cat for cash or store credit. | Photo by INDYtoday

Square Cat Vinyl, 1054 Virginia Ave.
Sip beer, wine, or coffee while you shop a vast collection of new + used vinyl. Pro tip: Check the calendar for upcoming events, like album release parties and open mic nights.

Luna Music, 5202 N. College Ave.
Shop in-store, or sign up for the LUNA Sound Subscription service to receive a hand-picked record each month based on your musical preferences.

Vinyl Rescue Project, 520 N. State Rd. 135, Ste. M, Greenwood
Mark your calendar for this small-but-mighty shop’s “I Have Way Too Many Records” sale in November, featuring buy one, get one 50% off vinyl, CDs, and cassettes.

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