Oh, how I needed this visit to this hippie mecca(should I capitalize that?). Been feeling very…read moreanti-Ohio of late. All my "friends" have moved away, I hate my job and stupid LeTraitor is back. Never been more tempted to pack it up and leave in my life. As a lifelong resident of northeast Ohio, I've had my fill. Everything cool from my 20's is gone. Good college radio, the Ghoul, and oh yeah, the Quonset Huts in Parma and Akron. But there survives a shred of that former coolness. And it sits unassumingly on Cleveland road in Canton. Dog and I set out down the highway in search of adventure. Ended up in Alliance/Mount Union. Uhhhhh, not great. But I remembered that the last standing Quonset(maybe the original, not sure) was nearby. I went to the Parma spot ALOT. It had everything. Records, incense, posters, clothes, curios and yeah pipes. It always felt like a California hippie refuge from the gruesome rust coated hell of Cleveland for me. Sure, there were other headshops. But they all seemed fake. This one had such an authentic west coast 60's vibe to it. Needless to say, when it closed I was pretty bummed man. I was happiest in life in my early 20's. No bills, friends all around, adventures to be had. In my mid to late 30's I see nothing but boredom and isolation. Being in a space that even remotely recaptured that magical time was heartwarming. I felt 20 again. Even without my patented long hair. I snatched up loads of incense, an eastern trinket, and a last minute purchase, a Q hut sticker. Didn't go downstairs to browse the pipes as I don't partake. Weird, huh? It struck me funny how half the country is legalizing pot, but in Ohio you have to be 18 to look at glass. We've always been five steps behind the rest of the universe. Hence my desire to pack up and leave. Whatever. It was a sight for sore eyes. The records are gone, but that's ok. Though I did buy some of my most killer vinyl at the old shops. It was a little piece of Haight Ashbury that renewed my old carefree self. Thank you Quonset employees and owner for keeping that amazing 60's spirit alive some 50 years after the fact. I love you.

Ladies, how do you feel about a man who punches women? Well, if you enjoy that sort of thing, give…read morethem business. Their employee punched a female customer. Real manly of him! That's not the kind of people I would do business with if that's the quality of person they employ!

Melissa and Dave (owners) are incredibly creative, friendly, and awesome! They have their store…read morestocked up with antique trinkets and clothes, home decor, records, Ohio gear (tees and hats), and so much more! Best time to visit is on the First Friday of the month!

I have shopped here a few times in the past and always spent a lot of money. The first thing she…read moresaid to me when I walked in was she was in a bad mood. Right off the bat. I looked around for about 10 minutes. And asked about a Beatles Box set and she freaked out on me. I've never been treated this way as a customer. I'll spend my money elsewhere.

Awesome record store got two signed Motörhead vinyl! Great owner and awesome business thank you.read more

THIS. PLACE. IS. AMAZING. You can easily spend an hour or two just looking around what is basically…read morean 80's museum. I played the original Super Mario Bros. while lounging on a bean bag chair. Then I played the original Adventure on a freakin' Atari! So much to do, so much to look at it, so much I must not touch! Oh, and the wife got a board game or whatever.

If you are looking for vintage toys or collectibles you might want to stop in for a peak. From…read moretoys, sports, to records and clothing, they carry a little of everything. I see things from my childhood and it brings back so many memories. Most items are very reasonable priced and the staff is always kind.

What a find! You take an amazing selection and pair it with a friendly and knowledgeable staff…read morethat is filled with passion for not just music but the art and hardware that goes with it and you have The Vinyl Groove Records shop in Cleveland. Good stuff!! Go there!

do not visit this terrible little store. when i told a fellow customer, accurately, that a Frank…read moreOcean record was an "unofficial pressing," the clerk snapped at me after they left, "why say anything?!". he berated me until i put the armload of records i had planned to buy on the counter and walked out. all of this while a springsteen greatest hits comp blared over tinny speakers. on the shelves, there were a few values, because he doesn't know what he has in genres that aren't rock. but i am devoted to going to record stores, and i actually think this was the single worst experience i have ever had, number one.

Great selection, great staff. A must visit if you're in the Akron area. Lots of vinyl but CDs too!read more

One of the premiere record stores Northeast Ohio. If visiting from out of town, it is a must stop…read moreas a record collector. You will be blown away at the selection and the prices.

I was on a pretty specific quest for vintage vinyl records today. I had stopped by the neighboring…read moreQuonset Hut (no longer sells vinyl) and they suggested I stop by the Exchange. Wide selection of CD's, but all the way in the back, a fairly impressive selection of vinyl. They had exactly what I was looking for. I had a little sticker shock as the first Vinyl LP was priced at $22 (the one next to the one that I wanted...it happened to come out first). But then the one that I was looking for was only $3. What a deal. Staff was friendly (greeting on the way in), and got me checked out and on my way in no time.

The exchange is a movie and music lovers dream. This one in Canton is spaced out nicely. The music…read moreplaying was a little loud. The staff check in on you while you browse quite a bit as everything is locked in cases. My husband found a movie he wanted and it was priced pretty well

I've come to know this as my only local record shop. I…read moresuppose, I looked the other way with their judgement because its a dying thing locally, but that was "whatever" because they are local, had a decent selection, okay price on used items, and would help and find things they didn't have in store; but the last time I came they seemed annoyed at my album choice, used items had considerably increased and I was deemed unworthy for not knowing their promo day . When I went to pick up a order I was bothering them, trying to give them money, and they went against their written policy about loyaltly cards, treating me as though I couldn't read and my money wasn't hard earned. Seems to I need to travel further for my albums or just buy online...

I preordered an exclusive copy of a vinyl record for my son for Christmas in September. The album…read morewas delivered in September. I didn't tear the plastic off of the album as it was a Christmas present. Imagine my son's and my disappointment when he opened the plastic and we discovered we didn't get what I ordered. The album was the correct album but the album was not the exclusive color I ordered. The company is refusing to give a full refund because they have a thirty day policy on returns. It's was pretty apparent to me, based on emails between my son and the company, the company doesn't care about great customer service or the fact that this was their mistake.

Comics, Cards and Collectables - Canton Ohio…read more Tucked away at 724 Cleveland St. SW in Canton, Comics Cards and Collectibles is one of those rare, not quite off-the-beaten-path places that's truly a treasure trove for any comic or card enthusiast. From the moment you step inside, the walls greet you with classic comics, while the glass case and counter is packed with collectible cards and the shelves are packed with graphic novels and surrounded with comic supplies, wall books and new comics on Wednesday just waiting to be discovered. The heart and soul of the shop is Tom--the owner, curator, and local legend who's been at it since 1980. That's 45 years of comics, cards, and stories. Tom's not just a shop owner--he's a storyteller and a welcoming presence who makes every visit feel like catching up with an old friend. I get to stop by once a year to drop off some flyers and snap a few pics, and every time I leave with some new stories and a sense of nostalgia. What really stands out is Tom's excitement for Free Comic Book Day (this year on May 3). He opens up the back room warehouse--a goldmine of comics and collectibles, with boxes filled with decades of comics looking for new homes. It's like walking through comic book history. Tom's store has been a staple in the Canton area for so many people--some who got their very first comic book right there. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and swing by. Say "NEO ComicCon sent me," and dive into a world where the past and present of pop culture live side by side.

this eclectic little store has something for everyone....vintage games...supplies...slightly odd…read more(but funny) owner...and yes comics and comics and comics....make it a stop VERY COOL STORE