I made a list of record shops to hit in LA for my birthday, and honestly, I wish I had started…read morehere. First off, Manny (the owner) is dope. Super chill, easy to talk to, and clearly has amazing taste in music. We chopped it up for a bit, and he even gave me a free Moonshine Records shirt because it was my birthday- didn't have to, but it meant a lot. Now let's talk vinyl... no matter what you're into, you'll find something. The Latin section is fire, the 80s selection is solid, and there's a perfect mix of new and old. Everything is clean, organized, and easy to dig through. I walked out with some amazing finds at great prices and had to seriously stop myself from buying more. Parking was easy, and the shop was super easy to find. I didn't want to gatekeep... but this spot is too good not to share. I'll definitely be back.

Moonshine Records feels like one of those rare, off-the-beaten-path spots you almost don't want to…read moretell people about. It's the kind of place you stumble into and immediately realize you're about to lose track of time. Crate after crate, it's packed with deep cuts that you just don't see anywhere else. I was honestly blown away when I found an Ethiopian jazz record I've been listening to on Spotify for over a decade just sitting there. That moment alone made the entire visit worth it. There's a real sense that whoever curates this place actually cares about music beyond the obvious. It's not curated for trends--it's curated for discovery. Every section feels like a rabbit hole waiting to pull you in deeper. I walked in curious and walked out absolutely so effin stoked. If you're even remotely into digging for records, this place is a must. Staff was so tight!! Prices were reflective of the a1 quality and had so much variety I could have spent so much longer in it.

Great service Local easy to find good quality very professional and great sound can't wait til the…read morenext session

From the owner: Our recording studio is aspecialized facility for sound recording, mixing, and audio production of…read moreinstrumental or vocal musical performances, spoken words, and other sounds

Lovell's is an OG business in the heart of Uptown Whittier for all music lovers! To get here,…read morestreet parking will be your best bet and there is a good amount of it throughout the area. Inside, they have a pretty spacious setup with a good selection of new and used vinyls, CDs, and DVDs. Their items are organized well and all of the staff here are friendly and helpful. The items here are also priced pretty fairly. I browsed around for about an hour and ended up picking up a few records for some friends that they had been searching for. I would definitely recommend doing some crate digging here if you are ever in the area!

Great spot for new and used records, cd's and more. We've found some good gems here. Staff are…read morefriendly. Good value for what you're looking for old or new.

I love this record store! They have a great selection of vinyl and the prices are reasonable. The…read morepeople who work here are great, too! Parking is a bit of a challenge, but definitely worth looping around the block.

Great job, the owner always helps out helps you find anything you missed... They have a great…read moreselection. I'd like to go to this shop!

Decided to drive up to LA from San Diego for my birthday to go vinyl shopping, and this spot was on…read moremy list. Walked into a straight-up paradise of organized vinyls with a crazy good selection across all genres. The first guy there didn't acknowledge us or say a word, which kinda sucked since I had a few questions. Not gonna lie though, he was playing some really good music, so I let it slide. Ended up finding quite a few vinyls I was hyped about. I had some others in hand, but realized they were overpriced. When we were ready to pay, another guy with curly hair was at the register, he had completely different energy. Super friendly, good vibes all around. Hopefully I catch him again next time I'm in. Plenty of parking near by.

Service was great and they have a great selection of records. I will definitely be going back.read more

Drove 45 minutes to the record store said it closed at 8 pm on Yelp I showed up at 7:20 when I…read moretried to go in guy said he was closing up because he had a concert kinda a bummer as I could've hit another shop that I could've enjoyed the little time I had before it closed . Make sure to call I guess before coming as their Yelp isn't to trust worthy when it comes to time .

This place is the BEST! The owner, Mike, has proven for years that great customer service matters…read more He's always super responsive thru emails/dms for product questions, very nice and knowledgeable. Hands down the best priced long sleeve metal shirts I've ever seen! Always my top recommendation for music and merch.

Such a dope name: Vinylsaurs Records…read more I walked into the La Puente, CA, record shop on 6/18/22. Immediately the owner came over to let me know about their blowout sale. Rock and hip hop seem to predominate the space in this small shop. They also sell CDs and tapes. Follow them on Instagram @vinylsaurs. This is the best way to know when they are open as they don't adhere to the schedule posted on Yelp. This is also how I found out about their amazing sale that Saturday.

A great record store. I would rate it mint to near mint. Gilbert does a good job of including many…read morequality records. I found disco, funk, and soul treasures in Vinylsaurs. I have to echo what other reviewers have said before: Gilbert is an amicable and informed record store owner. He shared his wealth of knowledge, cracked several funny one-liners, and even played Rock the Casbah. Thank you Vinylsaurs for all the quality jams and jokes. Update: This store is now my out and out favorite record store. The owner just installed a retro DJ system in the back. It was originally intended for roller rinks or large spaces. Sounds just like the system that would be used at a roller disco. Test out a favorite jam or look around while Gilbert tests another record collection. I heard another customer play Billy Stewart on the Vinylsaurs system, and the sonic funkiness echoed through the room. Vinylsaurs is now making a stronger push to sell tees, patches, pins and band merchandise. Gilbert is an expert at finding collector's items. I highly suggest contacting Gilbert to see if he does not have hard to find classic rock or classic rock fan gear. I recently saw a few rare Smiths records here. There really is not another store quite like this one. Vinylsaurs has been around before vinyl came back, and Gilbert's ability to professionally maintain this store front is a testament to his respect for music.

A wonderland of vinyl adventure, and it's literally been walking distance from my home this whole…read moretime! There's bin after bin of treasures from the 60's to current, ranging from the $5 well loved classic range to the obscure and hard to find gems, this place has it all! The owner and staff clearly love what they do, and it shows - from their knowledge of music and their chill and friendly attitude, to the time and care that they've put into their catalog and storage. Can't make the journey in person? Not to fret, this place is actually just a brick and mortar for their online presence @ audiophileusa.com which has a detailed listing of their offerings! I'm always appreciative when I come across a business where I can tell that the owner truly is in to what they do. I'll certainly be returning, and if you're into vinyl I hope to see you there as well. :)

Seriously there's a record shop so close to home and it took me forever to discover?!…read more Nestled in a corporate office complex, this vinyl shop served its purpose well. I ordered online and came in to pick up. Of course I took the liberty to dig in-store and found some gems. I had to leave and didn't completely go through all the records but that's ok, I'll be back, as The Terminator would say. Mark was super nice and pointed out the little stool to sit on for digging the bottom shelves. Ah, much better. side note: they were playing Inxs Kick album and that brought back a million memories, since it was my first concert at Irvine Meadows in 1988. And it really got me in the mood to dig. Organized by genre. Prices are reasonable. I am easy to please! Enjoy the digs!

This dude is a flake, don't waste your time. Buyer Beware. If he sets an appointment to sell you…read morerecords he probably won't show up or even have the decency to give you a heads up.

From the owner: Sells music vinyl records.read more

such a cute homey feeling store! I love their variety of records and the vibe of the store is so…read morenice and inviting. the woman at the register was very nice as well!

Came in here to buy wheels for my skateboard, and the lady (Jackie) was very very rude and made me…read morefeel very unwelcomed. She looked very bothered after I purchased wheels from her business and I even asked very kindly and respectfully if she could grip my board and she complained. As I was there working on my board , a couple of teenagers came in and she changed her attitude and energy towards them and made them feel welcomed but continued to be rude towards me and even muttered to the kids badly about me . Came to the shop because it was the only area that had the wheels I was looking for so I was really stoked to come in upon entering, she was really helpful and nice. I then asked her if she can help me with my grip tape and she seemed a little bothered. I stayed at the shop to work on my board because I figured I can just swap out the wheels I purchased . I grew up going to shops and hanging out in spaces where skateboarders are welcomed, but this is the first time where I felt like a burden for staying. They had younger folks coming in hanging out at the shop and I overheard her complain about how I had over stayed my welcome. I realize that I was getting treated like I was bothering her business. I asked her if there's anyway I can bother her for back to throw in my old wheels and she seem to be bothered stating that she didn't have any extra bags and mumbled it on her breath and handed me a bag with so much annoyance that I immediately left after that. This is not the space for skaters , I recommend going else where.