None beter at what they do. Bruce is intimately involved with the scene of improvised music. His…read moreknowledge is deep and exceptional. Intimate concerts take place at the shop that will leave you in awe of the musical creativity that you have witnessed.

Wasn't open for some reason. Called the number and still no answer... weird!…read more Is this place open to the public still?

Many many years ago I did business with this record store. Back then when you thought of Trinidad…read moreand Tobago music and New York, Charlie's was the first and sometimes only place that came to mind. They were a force to be reckoned with. I've passed this shop so many times as it's just one shop separating them from Ali's Trinidad Roti Shop (which I'm always at as I love) and don't know how I missed it! Only today when my memory door flew open did I actually realize where I was! 2015, it stands a mere resemblance of its former glory, but somehow amongst the weakness, there's a sense of pride. Almost like your granny on her rocking chair relating stories of her illustrious youth. You'll still find small DJ and entertainer's gadgets such as bolts, screws and many other items I have no clue what they're used for except it's to do with music systems and mics. If you're an Island and Trini music lover, you'll have a ball gazing at albums while listening to sweet Calypso and Parang music (if you ask). A bit of history: Calypso music is an Afro-Caribbean music with origins in West Africa. It's a rhythmic, grassroots (so to speak) music which documents the then and now, socio and political atmosphere of Trinidad and Tobago either with serious undertones or picong (to tease or joke). Calypso or Kaiso procreated with funk and soul and gave birth to Soca music. Parang music is a popular Trinidad and Tobago music which originated from nearby Venezuela. There are shows and competitions but the real deal is when serenaders go to the homes of family and friends paranging at night during the Chistmas season. It is sung in Spanish or patois and is the mother of Soca parang which is a combination of both genres. Hearing a good parang singer live can be a truly emotional experience. Well it is for me and many others. Get a copy of Parang music at Charlie's, ask for Daisy Voisin, maybe you'll get lucky and have this experience. My stop at Charlie's like I said, was like a visit with grandparents. I was emotional, excited and I'll visit again and again but I don't want to live with them. Is that just me? It was good to see you Charlie. 5 stars for the memories you brought me AND I can still find current and "ole time" music here. The End.

We discovered Charlie's Record Shop during the 37th Annual Fulton Street Carinval. Wow, the place…read moreis loved and respected by all in the community and Caribbeans. The place welcomed us into jamming calypso and Soca music, free Caribbean foods jerk chicken salad roti and plenty of dancing happy ppl. I met Charlie and others. The walls is filled with oldies and new Caribbean artist.... as said "One love"!

This is a great vynil record store in the City. They have a great selection of records from spanish…read morelanguage, techno, hip-hop, and many more. You can also sell records too. They have two sets of record players you can use to preview records before you purchase. The store is decorated with classic original records around the walls and ceiling. Price points ranged from $15- 150 dollars, depending on the artist and album choice. Staff is very laid back. They allow you to openly and freely roam the store and they're always playing great records over the speakers.

I visit this store every time I'm in NYC. I always leave with 20+ albums. It has one of the BEST…read moreR&B selections in the city. Also had a huge Rock selection. Last time I was in NY, they had a sidewalk sale. Off the chain GREAT digging... See you next time!

Human Head Records is one of my favorite record stores in NYC, hands down. I'm a regular both…read morein-store and on their Discogs page, and every experience has been solid. The shop itself has that classic record store vibe, the smell of old vinyl, yes, even a little moldy at times, which I personally love :) and rows of crates you can get lost in for hours. What really makes the place stand out is the team. D, who has helped me several times including today, deserves a big shout-out. He's patient, super knowledgeable, and always has a great attitude. Today he went above and beyond being extra patient with my order, and I really appreciate that kind of service. Shops like this thrive because of people like him. The stock here is fantastic, excellent condition, fair prices, and always something new to discover. I live in the Bronx and they are absolutely worth the trip out to Brooklyn. When I can't make it in person, I also order from their Discogs page and the shipping is always smooth. If you love vinyl, this is the kind of shop that makes collecting special. Great records, service, and always a great reason to come back.

One of the better record stores in Brooklyn Worth my 1-1/2 hour drive from out east Long Island…read more. the owner/ staff is friendly & I always get a good deal!!! you can't go wrong!!!

OMG. What a great selection of vinyl and what a good value. The store is no nonsense - the…read moreemployees aren't trying to befriend you - but you will find what you want. I scored some incredible El Gran Combo records. Definitely worth a visit. I'd love to go back.

Friendly. Knowledgable. Great selection. High turnover of inventory So always new stuff available…read more Treasures abound.

I've never written a review on here before, but I just have to give this shop its flowers. I'm an…read moreavid blind buyer (sometimes regrettably so, but that's the way I roll), and I've dug through a lot of bins across the country, but I've never been somewhere that seems to reward pure curiosity as much as Ergot. What really sets Ergot apart is that the inexpensive records aren't just filler. There are interesting, unusual records throughout the store for $5-10 alongside rarer and more expensive releases. Even if you're unsure about something, there's a convenient listening station that lets you investigate your selections before committing. That makes it a place where you can actually discover music and take chances on something unfamiliar instead of only buying $40 physical copies of albums you already know--which, in my opinion, is the whole fun of digging. My genuine appreciation goes out to the owner for helping keep this hobby interesting. With a selection like theirs, I'm sure it would be easy to capitalize on it, but that doesn't seem to be what this place is about. That's why I'm writing this review: to tell people to go support this business. It's not easy to keep the lights on in this city, and if we as music enthusiasts want places like this to exist, we have to show our support. Ergot is absolutely worth supporting!

Great and helpful service. Ergot has a perfect balance of genres, I loved their hip-hop selection…read more I was interested in the disco juice it was to "clean vinyl records" I wonder what's it in it? Great branding. Copped an Isaac Hayes joint for $30, it was a good value. Would highly recommend this spot. The music is poppin too, there's always a gem to discover here.

This was such a cute record store! It is literally the coolest place to be in Brooklyn!…read more I was looking for a souvenir that I can bring back home as a gift. Also, I'm not super knowledgeable about all the artists that were popular under the specific genre that I was asking about. However, the owners were so kind and were willing to play me multiple records so I can make a well informed decision! I would definitely come back and would recommend other people to visit!

My wife had DJ John Roc taking care of all the music when we get married years ago and to this day…read morefolks still remind us how great our music at our wedding was. They were great! highly recommend