I have been looking for a record star for quite some time in the area and I finally stumbled upon…read moreCarolina Soul. This place had hundreds of selections and some very classics records at deals you cannot beat. The service was great and the quality of records was impressive. Surely to be my go to spot for all my record needs in the future.

Great operation. I wish I had you in my hometown! Helpful staff. Large selection of rare vinyl…read more Good condition standards.

Great environment, staff, and music! A lot of great finds at reasonable prices. Staff is super…read morehelpful and knowledgeable.

Great local record store. Lots of used vinyl to pick through. I always find something good.read more

its the best record and (cd) store in Raleigh one time i…read morepayed a doller and got billy joel piano man (wait for it) for a dolller!!!in good condition owner Kurk is nice and knoladgable also cd buffs 25 cents cds!!!! beat that sonny state records u overpriced crap!!! record Krate is by far the best record store evert

I do not frequent this record shop, but after my visit today, I will not be back. Record Store Day…read moreis an event for my wife and I, we go to most of the shops in the area. This shop's selection was not what most people were looking for, it was what the owner was looking for, and it was the smallest selection I have ever seen in this shop. I understand RSD is an expensive day for shops and they cannot buy everything to have in stock. However, that was not the biggest problem. This shop is dirty. There is a cat and the shop smells like it doesn't know how to use the litter box. The owner tries to cover up the odor by burning incense nonstop, and the ashes from the incense just pile up on the shelf. I walked out feeling like I needed to take a bath with the stench stuck in my nose.

A very broad collection of vinyl records and good condition, with both economic options and rarer,…read moremore expensive options. I personally like jazz, and I was very happy with the wide selection that they had. Look on the lower level for the discount records. I also picked up a nice record set from Simon and garfunkel, which can be difficult to find in most stores. So if you're looking for an album that you haven't been able to find in thrift stores or antique stores, give this place a try. The prices are reasonable. And the staff is very helpful.

Some of the best places aren't hidden on purpose they simply let the people who are looking for…read morethem find them. That was exactly my experience with Sorry State Records. It was my first visit, and after spending time there, I couldn't help but laugh at the irony of its name. I was the one who felt sorry: sorry that it had taken me so many years to discover one of Raleigh's most beloved independent record stores. Tucked into downtown, Sorry State Records is easy to miss if you don't know it's there. But step inside, and the pace immediately shifts. The shop is bright, thoughtfully organized, and refreshingly unpretentious. Shelves of carefully curated vinyl invite slow browsing rather than hurried shopping, making it the kind of place where time slips away unnoticed. I brought my brother-in-law, an avid record collector visiting from St. Louis, and watching him explore the collection was almost as enjoyable as browsing myself. While I'm far from a vinyl expert, he immediately commented on how well organized the inventory was; a detail seasoned collectors genuinely appreciate. His visit was made even better when he unearthed a copy of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, the kind of unexpected find that makes digging through record bins so rewarding. Beyond vinyl, the shop also stocks cassette tapes, music publications, and a carefully selected mix of merchandise that reflects the store's deep roots in independent music culture. It's less of a retail space and more of a gathering place for people who genuinely love music. The staff struck the perfect balance between being available and giving customers room to browse. Although they were helping others when we arrived, we immediately felt welcome, and the relaxed atmosphere made it easy to settle in and explore at our own pace. Parking is convenient, with both a surface lot nearby and a parking deck just a short walk away, making a visit surprisingly easy despite its downtown location. Sorry State Records is the kind of independent shop every city hopes to have but few can sustain. Authentic, thoughtfully curated, and deeply connected to Raleigh's creative community, it's a destination worth seeking out: even if, like me, you're a little late to discovering it.

Great selection of used vinyl and hi fi systems…read more Run by a nice husband and wife couple as well.

This place is the real deal. It's a walk down a steepish driveway through a door and into a musty…read morebasement and into paradise. You could spend hours pawing through the endless collection of new and used classic vinyl records, with selection for anyone's taste in music. Not to mention, the music playing inside was very good. It's anything classic and original you could want in a vinyl record shop experience. Definitely check it out :)

Such an awesome place. I went to just look around and the owner was so helpful to direct me to…read moreexactly what I was looking for. I took a shot in the "bargain bin" and did the 3 for $8 deal and scored a Dolly Parton record, Elton John and even an Elvis! Safe to say even though they were a bargain- it's not no names! Could've spent all day looking at the awesome collection this man had or just chatting. Will continue coming here to support my vinyl addiction.

Don't listen to any bitter bozos on here: the owner Josh is an extremely genuine and passionate…read moreperson. The store has a great selection of new and used stuff and Josh is always spinning something interesting and worth checking out. The store really goes all out for Record Store Day too, pitting in a lot more effort than a lot of other stores their size. I can guarantee that every time you come in you'll at least find something interesting, even if it isn't a must buy. On top of this the store is incredibly organized and has a great atmosphere. Can't recommend this place enough--it has no equal anywhere close. Definitely roll through!

This place is really cool. It has a chill vibe and a pretty good selection of music for a small…read moreplace. We plan on visiting again soon when we have more time to enjoy it.

An amazing record store friendly atmosphere amazing service and great vibe over all I've gotten…read moresome sick records there

I recently bought a "beater" car to keep miles off my newer one. It has a cd and cassette player so…read moreI needed to get some used cds since my collection is pretty scratched up. They have a decent selection of cds, records and DVDs for sale (used and new). Each cd that I bought was used but looked brand new. I thought the prices were a little high for some of them, but reasonable for others. I will definitely return. The staff were friendly and there's lots of parking.

O.K. place for used CD shopping.....not really that big a selection,though.Anyway....the main girl…read morethat works there most of the time is very rude,unhelpful,and could care less if you are in the store or not.Absolutely horrible.Also....the music that's played in store is absolutely awful.Usually cant stay for more than 15 or 20 minutes because the music is so bad.Punk,rap and other assorted garbage drives me right out of the store.Don't waste your time,your money,or your hearing at this place.Terrible experiences.