This is an excellent record store. They have so much to look through. I am most impressed with…read moretheir collection of used records. Every decade of music or genre is represented and the more you dig the more gems you'll find The people that work there are down to earth, knowledgeable and nice, and from the moment you meet them you know how passionate they are about music. They are very diligent in ordering records for you. There are tapes, CDs, records, books, magazines, 45s, 12 inch singles, collectible items, and a great collection of note worthy new arrival records displayed on the wall. In my opinion it is the best record store in Madison not just because of the store and stock but because they aren't money hungry and trying to rip you off. They have the fairest prices and I love that they understand the importance of taking out the record, looking at it, and playing it before you buy. The turntables they provide are very helpful. Highly recommended!

This place is great. Friendly, helpful staff. Wonderful selection and well organized. The prices…read morefor new vinyl were inline with anywhere else and used vinyl was ridiculously inexpensive.

I like this place starting with the name I get to explain to . . . well I'm a college professor so…read moreno one actually pays any attention to me. Comfortable lay out for a smallish store, very good selection without this fat guy feeling cramped. I'm in for the CDs, but nice vinyl options. Jazz and rock, wide range, some of everything else. Good prices, when you figure in shipping it's better than online. Plus, there's contact with human beings. Two knowledgeable sales people working when I dropped in, walking distance from the Madison Concourse or the Capitol.

A gem of a record store!!! What a selection and very welcoming vibe. A must for music lovers.read more

While a great selection, they have always been overpriced and the folks that work have usually been…read moreunfriendly in my experience. I grew up in Madison, went there for years, though no longer live in Madison (but visited back in December). I always preferred the B-side on State Street for the prices and moreover, the vibe. For used CDs however, you can find relatively good value at Strictly Discs. Their used vinyl is remarkably expensive, though again, a great selection.

When Ron was the owner, I spent more moola at this store than at any other place in Madison,…read moreloyally checking in at SD before looking at an online option. As a professional enduring decades of stress, the tiny import room (that is now the pass-through to the lower level--good change) was my spiritual (and therefore resource-dedicated) refuge, and I always walked out into the Monroe Street air feeling restored, not only by my finds but also the little exchanges with Ron about what he was piping through the speakers, how excited I was about my choices, what was coming up, etc. I'll always remember the pre-Spotify day I picked up On The Beach (shipped in from who knows where but worth every penny), and there was that unplanned purchase of a Thai Funk compilation that vastly improved my life (and, I'm sure, the lives of those around me). Ron was always busy and more knowledgeable about music than me, but he never made me feel THAT way, so I used to pitch SD as the unrivaled place to go. Then, this Friday, 8/22/25, if I had not had a $150 gift certificate (for an outing to the store with my 23 yo daughter, to build her new vinyl collection), we would have left in short order with nada. When we arrived, the new owner was at the back corner basement desk, and I was completely un-eased by his easily overheard, condescending, and generally rude responses to an employee who was apparently reporting back on some research she had completed. As an employment law specialist, his exchange with her made me cringe and immediately feel sorry for his staff. Later, when Stoner was upstairs and I asked if we could momentarily set down a heavy, $225 stack of vinyl (we had amassed to buy) on an open side counter near the the register, so we could peek around a bit more, I received no eye contact, a heavy vibe suggesting I was somehow an annoying presence, and a mumbling statement he ended with "you can set them there, I guess". When I was surprised and asked for a repeat, I got exactly the same statement from Stoner, ending with the same deeply impersonal, snarly "I guess". When I shortly thereafter commented, at checkout, that I was excited to find a $36 new release (Jac Holzman Presents Dylan's Chronicles--everyone should buy it immediately, but from somewhere else), there was zero response of any kind from Stoner. I'll go anywhere else from now on to avoid that experience. It was supposed to be a fun outing for my daughter, so I didn't mention my reaction to her when we left, but she broke the silence to right away, independently observe that the place had been very uncomfortable solely due to the owner's roaming hostility. Ron never acted like a musician / business owner snob, and now I'm sad that era has ended. I wouldn't undertake another minute to find parking around a place that acts like it's doing me a favor by taking my money. Sorry, Monroe Street biz association. Folks should opt for Madison's near east side options, like Madcity Music, for a generally more positive experience (or ANY place else). Unless I'm at Jack Rabbit Slim's, I'll pass on the attitude.

I was from out-of-town and stopped by to check out this Mega Media Xchange location more out of…read morenostalgia than anything else. We didn't have a Mega Xchange in my area for years. Sadly, there's very little left to be desired. One fellow working there said there were no classic Doctor Who shows on blu-ray when there were at least ten or eleven sets available in this format in region 1. The guy obviously wasn't every knowledgeable. A bit rude on top of it. Worse, they willingly sold me a blu-ray that was a region 2 from the UK. I didn't know this until I put the disc into the machine to find it's not playable. Thanks, guys, for the worthless experience. Should rename themselves the Mega A-Hole Xchange.

Went here to look for some affordable vinyl for our high schooler. They were able to recommend some…read moreexcellent hip-hop that bridged the style between early and where we are at today. As a supplement I found some Wyclef Jean at an excellent price and added that as well. Shopkeeper is very knowledgeable in the space has an incredibly relaxed vibe for browsing.

Very fortunate to have come across a store like this. Jiggy Jamz is dance music focused, but they…read moredo carry some records of other types. But for fans of dance music in the Midwest this store is simply not to be missed. It echoes of Gramaphone Records in Chicago. The owner told me that was his inspiration. The owner, by the way, is an expert and very nice. The store is well curated with many dance genres covered, but there was a lot to dig through as well. I got a lot of cool records for a fair price. I felt like a kid in a candy store at this place. Can't wait to go back.

Small inside but still had a decent selection of vinyl. Did have a $1 table and some clearance…read moreitems for sale as well.

I've bought dozens of vinyl records here the last couple of years. Reasonably priced and they get…read morenew arrivals of used vinyl quite frequently. Great shop for a little town and glad to have them nearby.

We really enjoy the trendy vibe of Leopoldo's and if you hit em at happy hour they have featured…read moreand discounted craft cocktails. We ordered oyster and cocktails this stop and everything was so delicious. Friendly and attentive service and the aesthetic couldn't be cooler. Who doesn't love a bookstore.

MATCHA -7.5/10 AMBIANCE/BADDIES -9/10…read moreSERVICE-8/10 I ordered an iced matcha latte with oatmilk as always and it was pretty good! Very solid! The energy of this place is great It used to be one of my fav doughnut places as a kid The workers are nice and the design and aesthetic was great!

This place exemplifies the continued allure of brick and mortar record stores. We stopped in on a…read morerainy Sunday afternoon and had an engaging conversation with the two owners. The selection is strongest from the 60's and 70's and bins are all well organized. The condition of the records is generally good and prices are competitive. They will put on anything you are considering buying. There is some other merch including tshirts and record players.Two tips: 1. You can't find the entrance from the street address, go around to the parking lot side to see their sign; and 2. Pet their friendly dog.

What an awesome little record shop! It was definitely the cleanest and most organized place I've…read morestopped into to find a record--it also has the best prices. The owner was very friendly and helpful as well. I came in looking to expand my Bee Gees collection. While they had none, I still walked away with an Andy Gibb find for just $1. Can't complain about that!

A little record gathering area inside the corner of a surplus store! A little odd at first but they…read morehave it set up really well so that it is separate feel from the surplus. I browsed the set up and found some great stuff to get. I recommend you check it out!

From the owner: Independent record store located in Downtown Janesville. We have a wide selection of music…read moreavailable! We buy, sell, and trade all things music related!

I absolutely loved visiting this shop. It's so clean, organized, and thoughtfully set up, which…read moremakes browsing such a fun experience. Everything is displayed nicely and easy to look through, with no clutter like some antique stores. The owners are super friendly and helpful, and I love that they've stated it's a greed free store, it really shows in their fair and reasonable pricing. The selection is amazing with so many unique pieces, and you can tell they truly care about creating a welcoming space. I'll definitely be coming back to see what new treasures they get in!

Such a cute store! Very clean, orderly. All antiques were cleaned off and organized which is not so…read morecommon with antiques.