Pretty solid selection of records to choose from for specific genres -- big rock and jazz…read moreselection. There is also a large selection of movies scores/soundtracks. The smallest selection includes hip hop / r&b.... Soul and country are roughly same size. For the opened older records they are priced inexpensively. For newer records they are a bit pricey. Overall worth the visit.

This is a used record store and while they do carry some re-releases, the selection will vary…read moregreatly. The service was amazingly helpful. Despite the fact that they had to have the most well organized record store I've seen in a while. The prices were great on their used records and reasonable on their rereleases.

How can Videodrome be rated anything less than 5 stars when they're one of a kind! They're the best…read morevideo rental place in all of Atlanta because- is there any other place to rent from? They have an extremely extensive collection of all different movies and shows from anywhere in the world (for the most part). This is such a cool shop to stop in and look around. They also sell posters and other little gifts for your movie loving friends. Anyway, we recently donated several DVDs and VHS tapes to them and you should too! They also take DVD, Blueray and VHS players if i'm remembering correctly. Why throw it in the garbage or donate it when it will probably get way more use with Videodrome!!

It was amazing to not only be able to visit and actual video store, but one that has such an…read moreamazing selection of films. It has many hard to find titles. If you love movies,check it out!

In ATL? Like music? In all its physical formats? No trip is complete without a stop at Criminal…read more Great spot in Little Five Points with a knowledgeable and friendly staff. Stop by and drop some cash!

This place is oh so cool!! I come here often to get my vinyl fix of all places. I've taken some…read morepeople here who are vinyl heads too and they are usually blown away at the vast and comprehensive collection they have to choose from! I think they used to have events back in the day? I'm not sure if they still do these days but if so I'd love to go. Great place, great value

Wow! I thought it was closed. It really doesn't have lights but I decided to stop and check it out…read more I'm glad I did. This is an awesome little place full of records, dvd, cds, and more! The hours on here are accurate, so come check it out. The place smells old so wear a mask if you don't like that. I love the musky old vintage smell when I'm in these kinds of stores, it really elevates the experience in all senses. They have hand sanitizer around as well. The staff was super cool and friendly. They let me take pictures and just hang around. It's definitely a museum feel. They also have new vinyl records too. Posters as well. Their prices seem fair and reasonable. If you're the one that loves to have physical copies of the music and dvds and such, definitely a place to come.

Solid selection of new and used vinyl as well as cds at fair value. Certainly worth a stop if…read moreyou're in the area.

Old white guy didn't greet anyone as they walked in. Half the CDs don't have prices on them. You…read morehave to give him the cd , then he looks it up on Discogs and charges the higher end of market value. Not a huge selection of used cds and the new cds are marked up over-valued, same as the used vinyl. The used vinyl selection is atrocious. I would highly recommend nearby shops.. Wax N Facts, Criminal Records, Wuxtry.. I won't be going back here... Also parking is sketchy. There is a parking lot next to the building but it's hard to park in it, and security constantly patrols it. Made me nervous to go get something to eat across the street smh.

I've been shopping at Decatur CD & Vinyl for over two years and never had a bad experience until…read moretoday. I had heard things about the owner, Warren, but I always gave him the benefit of the doubt because I personally had only had good interactions with him. I've bought plenty of used and new CDs and records here and thought I was a regular. Lately, I've come in just to browse, which is normal for a record store. Today, about 15 minutes into looking around, Warren asked if I needed help. I said no, I was just browsing. Out of nowhere, he got cold and said the last few times I'd been there I didn't buy anything, then kept repeating that I never buy anything, which is completely untrue. I calmly told him I've spent plenty of money here before and that it's okay to look without buying, but he kept going on in front of other customers and made me feel extremely uncomfortable. Eventually, I just walked out, shocked. It felt like I was talking to a completely different person. I genuinely thought I was a familiar customer and that he'd understand that sometimes people browse and sometimes they buy. Instead, I was treated like a burden. Maybe he was having a bad day, but that's not an excuse to take it out on customers, especially regulars. Honestly, maybe I would buy more CDs if he actually stocked more of them. I've seen him turn away people trying to sell CDs and decline them rudely, which hurts the selection. As another local record shop owner told me, Warren is just a "bitter old man", and after today, I believe it. As a warning to regulars and new customers, watch your back, because you never know when he'll turn on you. I won't be coming back, and I do not recommend this store.

The people at the front were very nice and joked around with us. Got some little old figurines and…read moreCDs. The CDs prices are not the greatest around but the books and toys seem well priced. Very nerdy vibe and you could spend forever browsing. It's nostalgic in there. The other reviews saying the place is kinda disorganized are correct. I didn't think it unsanitary, though. Probably a good place to hit if you're a geeky collector of something niche... but I'm not that cool, all I have is my CDs. Thanks guys!

My Review of the Book Crook: Waiting 48 Years to Leave This Google Review…read more On my 13th birthday decades ago, my parents opened a small new-and-used bookstore called The Book Trading Post here in the Atlanta area. They ran it successfully for 12 years. My father had connected with Alex, the owner of the original Book Nook on or near North Decatur/Clairmont, who promised a great variety of around 30,000 books. What arrived instead were massive duplicates -- 30 to 50 copies of the same titles. It was a horrible, upsetting experience that stayed with my father. At the time I was 13 and didn't really know what it all meant -- I just knew he was upset. My father passed in 1981 after chemotherapy and radiation at Emory. Recently, I brought in a large personal collection to the current Book Nook Decatur location -- over 130 albums plus many books, including rare 1940s-1960s sci-fi classics and a signed copy of Miracle in Atlanta. As a longtime collector of coins, books, comics, historic color brochures, and more, I knew the value easily exceeded $500, likely more. I first spoke with the manager on March 25th of this year. He gave a standard percentage quote and left a message. When I returned on March 27th to collect payment, I received just $70. They kept all the books -- which filled the entire counter on the right when you walk in -- and roughly half the albums. I left with two small suitcases. Walking around the store afterward, I saw their selling prices and realized they stand to make a substantial profit. I spoke with the manager (Doogie, like Doogie Howser from the 1980s show) and then with an employee named Scott, who has been there for years. I shared some of this backstory. Scott was pretend friendly and even suggested I didn't really need to write a bad review. That conversation left me feeling extremely uncomfortable, and that discomfort is exactly why I decided to write this review now. The owner is very old (likely in his late 80s or early 90s) and does not come into the store. I felt the manager was dishonest in the way the offer and process were handled. It all felt like history repeating itself in the worst way -- like a scene from Red Dawn: "Avenge me." In the end, I just took the money to be done with it. This isn't just about one low payout. Most people don't know the old story of The Book Trading Post and that first disappointing deal with the Book Nook. Now the full 48-year circle -- from my parents' store in the 1970s to today -- is part of the public record. If you have anything of real value (books, albums, collectibles), think carefully before bringing it here. Get your own realistic expectations and consider other options. P.S. For comedy purposes, I've officially renamed this place The Book Crook.

I love this record store! It has not only a vast array of records but also books, items, and other…read morecool features. I had to put myself on a limit of how many albums I would buy bc each bin showed me more and more favorites. The owners are super engaging and knowledgeable and I loved chatting with them. I'm definitely coming back! Parking is super easy, either street parking or a lot of

Stumbled upon this black owned record store. I like that they have more than just vinyls, they also…read morehave T-shirts, books, oils and more. They have a great selection of vinyls. Street parking is available. Definitely recommend stopping by this store.

Super excited to finally have one of these in Atlanta!!! A little hard to find the location if you…read morearen't using GPS or familiar with the area. As someone who is familiar with the area, it was still difficult to find as there was no sign with the store name on the front of the building. The only way to distinguish from the outside was from the ATEEZ merch advertised. The inside was very cute!!! Lots of variety, including signed merch. Lots of photo ops as well as music videos playing in the background. The cafe at the back with tables for opening albums was a nice touch. If you go to the very back of the store, there are panels signed by artists who visited the store, which is pretty cool. I visited around the time of the latest ATEEZ concert so they had tons of merch and photo ops set up for the event.

I was driving around trying to find a place to study after class and before heading to work. I was…read moreactually on my way to a cafe a couple of miles away and when stopped at a light noticed the building. I decided to give it a try and come in. The girls at the check out/front desk were super kind and helpful. It's basically a hang out spot/study spot/Kpop album store all in one. Parking is plentiful and directly to the right of the entrances before you get to the light. I felt comfortable leaving my car there, but still kept my valuables with me. There's a section for unboxing where they have built in phone stands to record, a huge TV with music videos playing with a couch to sit on, a snack bar with an assortment of ramen, drinks and snacks, albums and other kpop merch, and a bunch of seating in the middle of the store. I quite liked how there's quite a bit to do in here without it being marketed as just a music store. I will say the place feels a bit empty and therefore it felt kind of awkward to be the only customer in there and doing work in this huge open space. I think it was would be an amazing idea to add gaming computers and have stations to play like a PC cafe. The only ones I know of in metro ATL are in Duluth. That would definitely be the one thing that gets me to come back weekly, if not daily.

I'll start off by saying I absolutely love the selection and the owner, Mark is the best…read more HOWEVER, they are constantly closed when they're supposed to be open. Staff runs off and closes the store at peak weekend night hours. Went down tonight at 10pm. Store was closed, big surprise. Note on the door said they'll reopen at 11pm and stay until 1am. Went back down at 11:30pm, store is still closed. And the staff, except Mark, is extremely rude and unfriendly. They act like ringing you up for your purchase is a huge inconvenience to them. I can't understand why Mark, who is amazing, keeps these people employed. It blows my mind. Mark - PLEASE hire new staff. People that actually want to work in your store, help customers, and have a friendly customer service demeanor.

Wonderful place! I…read morelove the Customer Service and especially the owner Mark! I have learned so much about myself and more by simply going by and having a chat with the staff.

Outstanding selection of Black and anti-imperialist literature, and extraordinarily kind and…read morehelpful staff. They also host terrific events for the community. Big recommend.

Closed. Showed up and the book was locked. Doesn't look totally empty but don't rely on the posted…read morehours