So the local CD / vinyl store is going the way of the Dodo, eh?!? Not if Winston's Earshot has…read moreanything to do with it. Formerly the Record Exchange, they shut down for remodeling, the interior is now cool blue that extends up to the ceiling, making the place seem airier; is nice. They still stock a passel of used CDs, DVDs, and some vinyl. Prices are a wee bit higher than some outlets, but it's local! I picked up the the latest Los Lobos, "Tin Can Trust." "Burn It Down" with Susan Tedesci on backing vocals is just what one loves about David Hidalgo and co., but I digress. A chat with the manager promised more stock in soon, so come on back and support a local vendor.

This is a brilliant little record shop…read more I recently got a record player and I'm looking to expand my record collection. There were lots of great record shops in Charlotte with new and old vinyls and I was a bit worried I wouldn't be able to find anything like it here in Winston. I didn't want to shop at a chain store for records, even if they carried them, so I trusted yelp and found earshot! I hate the shopping center this place is in because it's so crowded during the day, but that doesn't really matter. I didn't expect it to be so close to my work, but it's close enough that I can make it there on my lunch break and be back within the hour. This is a good and bad thing. Good, because I now have an awesome record store with a great selection and helpful staff that's super close to me! Bad, because I will probably end up spending all my money here! I picked up an Explosions in the Sky album and In the Aeroplane Over The Sea by Neutral Milk Hotel. I am beyond stoked to listen to them, and they seemed to be in superb condition when I examined them. I had to stop myself from buying Siamese Dream by The Smashing Pumpkins because I'd already spent enough! They sell more than just records, but if you're a vinyl fiend like me, stepping into this shop is like stepping into the gates of heaven. As another reviewer said, they are a bit more expensive than amazon. This is true, but to me, when you add in shipping costs and the time you have to wait for your vinyl to be mailed, the extra few bucks is worth it. There's something magical about going to a record store, picking up some vinyls and being able to listen to them in the same day. Plus, buying vinyls on amazon doesn't help keep these awesome shops (mostly family owned) in business! The difference in cost compared to amazon is only $2-$5 if that.

LOVED this place. Serendipitous visit while passing through town. We stopped in because I forgot…read morea book while traveling. So glad I found this place to give me a bit of grounding. I will stop again if ever if I find myself in Winston-Salem

If you like being completely surrounded, floor to ceiling on all sides, with great books--come…read morehere! One feels at peace in this shop, and wishes there were more places like it still around. Best bookstore in Winston. Great prices. Frank is awesome.

*this the same review I wrote for the Mebane store" figured since I went to both on the same day…read moreand have similar feelings toward both. No need to rewrite the exactly how I feel. I do not write this review lightly. This store may have ruined all other physical media stores in my vicinity for me. It's like I died and went to heaven. The selection here - unimaginably fantastic The organization - I wish other stores would take notes. Easy on the eyes as your scanning The value - fair. Some super good deals. Some not so much. Way too dangerous for my wallet to come here often. And probably a good thing it's 4 hours away from me. I will be coming back though

Found myself here looking for a couple used cookbooks I wanted…read more Let me tell you, this place is a lot bigger than you think a used book store should be. They also have so much more like collectibles, musical equipment and much more. You can definitely kill a few hours here if you aren't careful. So much to see. I did find a couple books I wanted at a good price. I also found a used computer keyboard I needed. The books are somewhat organized but finding specific authors can be challenging. Their book collection is extensive. The staff was friendly and there is plenty of parking. I'll be going back to spend more time. I didn't have a lot of time to spend. If you're into books, and more, check it out

How am I only finding out about this place?…read more After stopping into Burke Street pizza for the first time, the retro signage on the door caught my eye and we had to go and check it out. I was immediately welcomed by a wall of pokémon themed collectibles and a christmas tree decorated with the like. So cute! It was also really neat to see these retro games and consoles that could really take front and center stage. Unlike other used game stores, they really elevated and gave these a more dignified showcasing of value. Had me questioning whether I should be selling my old game boy games and consoles! Seems to be a market for this and I'm glad to see it. Felt like walking into an EB Game store for me. Shows how long I've been around. Sheesh.

Love this awesome shop! So much variety from games to consoles. Reasonable prices. Friendly staff…read moretoo!

Finally stopped in here after years of living close by. It was a neat place to walk around but I…read moreunfortunately walked out empty handed. I was greeted after already being in the store for a little while. There was no one else shopping but me. Two ladies were working and they offered help, but I was only browsing. Not looking for anything specific. There were several cool things I saw but the prices were way beyond what I was comfortable paying. They had lots of furniture to choose from but that's not what I was in the market for. They also paint and refinish furniture and it was beautiful. It really was. This was fun to walk around and browse.

Was very excited to come check out the barn but unfortunately the young lady that was working…read morewasn't very friendly and you know how I love to support small businesses. I hope they can retrain because first impressions are everything.

I enjoy visiting this jam-packed store and perusing the assortment of books, magazines, stationery,…read moreplanners, calendars, cards, toys and gifts. Having a Starbucks on premises is a nice touch. As other Yelpers have noted, unfortunately this location has felt it necessary to add numerical code locks to the restrooms. I understand the reasoning behind it, but the logistics of needing to use the restroom at the back of the store then needing to traverse to the front of the store to get the code, and back again, is asking a lot and will cause my visits to be cut short.

I have always enjoyed a nice leisurely stroll around Barnes & Noble, hunting for interesting books…read more I am a voracious reader. I have been a member for years now. The discount and earned rewards are worth the cost of membership. I could spend all day there, perusing the various things that interest me. I am not happy with their change to adding a code to get into the bathroom. I realize they had issues with homeless people misusing the bathroom, but as a rectal cancer survivor, I don't have the time to hunt for an employee to get the code. I was literally seconds away from a bowel accident today, then had to turn around and find an employee. I was lucky, there was a guy shelving books close to the bathrooms. What if he hadn't been there, though? If I had to walk to the customer service desk or the register to get the code, I would have definitely had an accident. My suggestion to anybody that has bathroom issues, or small children, ask for the code as soon as you walk in the door. That way, you don't have to hunt for an employee and risk accidents. That is what I will be doing from now on.

Really good looking new displays!!! Tons of mid century modern furniture and glassware and…read moreashtrays!!!!

Friendly staff. Convenient location. Huge variety of merchandise. Very reasonable prices.read more

I thought this place was dying off. I had seen other locations go. I could not see ever buying a…read morejust out movie here because they have the highest prices by a lot. But if you wait them out they also aggressively discount older inventory and that is the sweet spot. This location finally decided they want to be in the vinyl game and stepped up by moving the records off the back wall to the middle and lowered prices. You can find random movies here both new and used. Also has a mix of things from Spencers and Box Lunch type stores. I like cruising into this location when I am at the mall. If something is an in store exclusive that is not available online they probably won't have it - I have wasted a couple trips to find this out and was annoyed.

Employees here need to be trained for customer service. One word answers every time I call in are…read moreunacceptable. They are never nice here. They are drones at best. People collect funko products, get over it.

Love, love, love this bookstore! The store is so cozy with a large selection! There have a lot of…read moreevents and author talks. I always check the schedule when I'm in the area. In the bookshelves, the team highlights books. They do a good job of highlighting the popular books along with the hidden gems. There is a cute coffee shop attached so you could make an afternoon of visiting!

Cool little bookstore with helpful & friendly staff within a well organized area divided into the…read moredifferent types of books. Nice selection from fiction to non-fiction. Cute kid area with an area for kids to chill, and maybe test try a book. There was an author present signing her books. There are restrooms which were clean & well maintained. There is a connecting coffee shop (was not open). My wife found a couple books, one for our teenage granddaughter and one for our youngest Grandkid. Nice spot when visiting the area.