I'm biased. Not only do I admire all that Kimber Lanning (owner) has done for the Phoenix community, and more specifically its music scene, but this record store is also my favorite one among many that I've visited throughout the western states. Fifteen years ago, I bought most of my 7" records at Stinkweeds, and now I still go for CDs and community. The staff is awesome, as is the selection. There was this one time that they didn't have a rare import album I wanted.... not that any other store was likely to have it either.... so Kimber told me to check back in a couple of days. Voila! She ordered it just for me. I dare you to find such great service in any other music store these days, or most other retail establishments for that matter. Stinkweeds just rocks, that's all. Word to the wise: if it's your first visit, drive west from Central and look for the parking lot entrance near HTC, which is on the east side of the building. Easy to miss if you're driving by. read more

I love Stinkweeds, it might be small, but it is packed with tons of great music. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, they let you do your own thing, but they are completely approachable if you have any questions. I have enjoyed seeing some of the in-store performances they have. I also love the fact that they have promotional material for new releases, and I have gotten quite a few posters there. I almost always buy my concert tickets there as well, I will gladly support Stinkweeds when I can. The only complaint I have is when it gets busy in there, it is incredibly difficult to move around and it can get pretty hot in there. I do have to admit I miss the other locations. read more

Wow, what a different experience from our "Zia records" trip!!! (THANK YOU STINKWEEDS!!!) Kind, courteous, helpful employees!! Nice patio area in back (where the parking lot is also) that kept our 2yo happy while my wife shopped. Small shop, but well worth the trip!!! read more

Stinkweeds is always a welcome mental retreat.... Takes me back to the 'old days'...Searching through the bins...a real '"record store". You know what I mean! read more

What an adorable little local record store! New, old, vinyl, CDs, cassettes, they have it all. Record Store Day here is a must, and I love popping in to browse when I'm just trying to kill time. There are always nice people inside ready to talk music. ALSO: They sell concert tickets here! Tickets are cash only, but you avoid paying those horrid online ticket fees!!! I come in quite frequently to pick up tickets since those fees really start to add up after a while. They are mostly Stateside Presents shows or shows at the Rebel Lounge, so I'd check on their website to make sure they have the tickets you want before you go. read more

Great place for used vinyl, there selection is awesome. Tons of used cd's and cassettes too. It's like a lil boutique shop. It's also close to Aj's where you can get awesome ice tea's LARGE for a buck twenty-five. Yeahhhhh!! read more

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Awesome little record store. I could easily spend an hour perusing their new and used selections. I could spend another hour (at least) exploring their various listening stations. I could then spend an additional half-hour finding little neon-colored stickers that tell of upcoming local shows. I agree with John V. Long live the record store! read more

This place is really made for the collector. Tons of rare LPs and out-of-print CDs that you can't find anywhere else. This is also the place to go for lesser known bands or local artists that you'd have a hard time finding otherwise. I've had both bad and good experiences with the clerks. Sometimes they can't be bothered with you (one woman a few years ago was on the phone the entire time we were in there and didn't even acknowledge our presence) but then the young man that was in there last night was super nice and not pretentious at all. I've never traded (I always use Zia for that) so I don't know what kind of money you get but I'm sure you'd get a lot more for rare stuff. Don't bring your Britney or Kanye here. This is the place to go for music lovers! read more

I love Stinkweeds. Owned by local commerce booster Kimber Lanning, Stinkweeds provides better selection and pricing than many national vendors. The staff are helpful, and if they don't have what you're looking for, they'll happily special order it for you. The parking lot is smallish, but I've never had a problem finding a space. The central location is a big plus. They share the plaza with other locally-owned businesses, so it makes for a fun shopping excursion. Their listening stations are well-stocked with a variety of music, and the staff loves to talk music, as well. They also carry a great selection of music mags, as well as some books. read more

Great selection for the size of the store (very small). This is the place to go for independent music in the PHX area. As others have said, getting there is a bit tricky. read more

Absolutely love this record store. They always have a great stock of new releases, especially vinyls. The staff is very friendly and make great recommendations. I just have a minor gripe with the store and that it is kind of small, but it's just a minuscule problem. When attending Record Store Day, it get's incredibly cramped, but to me that's ok because I love to see the support for a local independent record store. read more

Still the best record store in the valley. The scope of the music sold at the store continues to grow in both genres and formats. So much so that space is at premium. Owner Kimber Lanning has assembled a crack staff. Lindsay and Dario, in particular, have been there forever. The Stinkweeds weekly email is an absolute must for keeping up to date in new releases. You can also buy concert tickets at the store (cash only) which is super convenient. Importantly, if the store does not have something you want, it can be ordered. Stinkweeds is now a Valley institution but it is hardly resting on its laurels. read more

Been into the store twice in the past week! the owner is super nice and very helpful! It's a super cool shop and a must go to!! They also have just about any artists you can think of, I found a couple of awesome grabs very easily! read more

Great shop! If you miss the pre-amazon and iTunes days when you could go to a place a discover new sounds this place is one of the few outposts where you can do that. The place isn't huge but has a great selection and a couple listening stations. I like grabbing some Dutch Bros next store and browsing this store and Frances. read more

A great record store with so much to pick through, a really good selection of vinyls from all genres.

Amazing experience shopping here. Lindsay and Dario are extremely helpful and knowledgeable, taking the time to answer all my questions. I loved being able to schedule my own private appointment to shop. I will definitely be back!!! read more

I can't say enough good things about Stinkweeds. As an indie music nut, it really is the best place to find limited release CD's, EP's and albums that I couldn't find anywhere else. If they don't have it, they'll order it. Walking in, you really get the sense that this is a shrine for music. The staff is knowledgable and helpful. It's like you're talking to one of your friends who listened to way too much music in high school. I'd hate to think what the lightrail construction is doing for their business. I do my part by buying all my music there. And, hey, you should too. read more

Great little record shop!!! I had gone to the one in Tempe twenty plus years ago and was sad when I moved from Tempe and stinkweeds wasn't a short walk away anymore. Then I found out a few years ago they had moved to Phoenix and I was happy again! Just wish the store was a little bigger. They have a great staff and owner!!!! I never leave stinkweeds empty handed or disappointed. read more

Probably my favorite record store in all the valley. I have no idea why I have yet to write a review for this place. Stinkweeds is the creme de la creme of record stores in my honest opinion. They have a great selection of used albums. Both CD and vinyl selections. Now, I know some of you kids reading are going to have no idea what either of those things are. You have probably never heard of a cassette tape or VHS either. All of your baby photos were probably taken on a cell phone. You have probably never had film developed either. So strange to me. This store holds a little piece of nostalgia that is near and dear to my heart. I am one of those people who can pin point exactly what I was doing the first time I heard a song. I associate most of my memories with music. It's just one of those things that will take me back to elementary school, summer camp, Jr. high, high school, pool parties, my first car, road trips, first kiss ,moving, living in Japan, moving again, being pregnant, more road trips, living in Cali, the beach, falling in love, the birth of my son, bar fights, heartbreak, depression, recovery, moving again, more road trips, more parties, and more life. Stinkweeds is a treasure chest of memories. I can't walk in here and leave with nothing. Also if you frequent shows at Crescent Ballroom you can pick up your show tickets here. I was buying tickets from Stinkweeds at least twice a month for a while there. Music is therapy. Get yours here. read more

I like Stinkweeds. The rare instances I actually buy an album, I go here. The staff is knowledgeable and can recommend a slew of new music if you fess up your preferences (unless your preferences are boy bands or Yanni, then you -might- be out of luck...but one never knows the dark secrets harbored by others). They're not judgmental or snobby. It's hip, it's cozy, and you can get some weird zines and DVDs, too. P.S., this review was "inspired" by Dave B.'s. read more

The best place for music in arizona! They have been around for years and I was super happy when they came to central phoenix. They are knowledgeable and friendly. read more

Being an audiophile who delves deep into the musical landscape in order to dig up those little known tracks and easily overlooked B-sides, Stinkweeds is not the 1st place I venture in order to satisfy my auditory tastes. I think for most of us living in Phoenix/ Tempe area, in this day and age our 1st resort is the internet. Without a record store powerhouse such as Amoeba Records nearby or the time to wistfully finger through thousands of albums, the internet just makes more sense. However, every once in a while I come upon a track (or hopefully an album) that I cannot live without and I have to get it that day, no questions asked. When these fateful moments arise, I turn to Stinkweeds. Why, you ask? Because whether we actually know each other or not, Kimber is my friend in the business. The store is small and therefore, the selection is limited, but intermingled within the albums that are on the shelves because they sell is something you won't find in every record store: The owners taste. The music collection as a whole is a small glimpse into the owners mind, and with that glimpse comes a feeling of familiarity which I have come to trust. Without question, I just KNOW Stinkweeds will have something I want. Stinkweeds is a good place to go if you don't really know what kind of music you are looking for. The collection is hand selected and due to the size of the store, very selective. I like this fact because you can go there without having to sort through all sorts of overly fabricated garbage which seems to be all over the place these days. Stinkweeds is also an excellent place to go for tickets. If you want to go to a great show you've never heard of, Stinkweeds will provide you with an answer to your question. Unlike Championship Vinyl in the movie High Fidelity, there is no musical pretension at Stinkweeds. The staff just loves good music and wants you to love good music too. SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS!!! read more

I live a little far from this place but I've heard a lot about it so I decided to check it out. The store mainly focuses on new vinyl. For that reason, it's an excellent place if you're looking for new pressings of obscure older albums as well as new albums. They have stuff you'll have more trouble finding at a place like Zia, which tries to specialize everything. My only gripe would be the lack of used vinyl. Don't get me wrong, they have some, but proportionally it takes up a much smaller part compared to other stores. Again, if you're looking for harder to find new pressings (I got John Cale's Music for a New Society for instance), I would come here before going somewhere else. I think all record collectors in the Phoenix area should give this place a visit. read more

Weird location and hard to see just driving by, but really cool place. Small and cozy. I especially like the listening stations. I have been introduced to a few artists now just from hearing them for the first time on Stinkweeds' headphones. :) Get a piercing while you're there--at the store next door! haha read more

i love you stinkweeds, i really do. it may not be the biggest store, and it may not have EVERYTHING you're looking for, but it comes pretty damn close. great vinyl selection. rad cd stockpile. they've placed special orders for me on more than one occasion. the vibe is chill ... the only extremely small place i can spend hours in and never get bored. i shopped at the tempe store when i was in high school and feel nostalgic each time i step inside the "new" stinkweeds. i miss the tempe location, but the camelback location probably serves clientele better. they will order you anything you ask for. and the knowledge ... oh the knowledge. you like this? you might like this too. the staff is uber helpful. even customers have turned me on to new music there. i've fallen in love over and over again with music because of stinkweeds. it is the kind of place i feel like a jerk for using a credit card at. i always endeavor to bring cash so i don't cut into profits with exorbitant processing fees. if we want stinkweeds to stick around so our kids can fall in love with the place we love, we all have to do our part. *stepping off my soapbox now* read more

We love Stinkweeds. They always have exactly what we're looking for. On the rare occasion they don't, they are more than happy to order it for you! read more

We moved to Phoenix from Nashville a few years ago. There are lots of things we don't miss about Nashville, but we really miss the music scene (and no it's not all top 40 country music). Stinkweeds fills a little hole that was in my life after leaving Nashville. Cool, independent music selections in a surprisingly small shop. read more

This place rocks. I love Stinkweeds. They have a great selection of new and used music. I could hang out here and listen to tracks for hours. The employees are very helpful. They will throw on any CD you want to hear. Plus, any business owned by Kimber is going to attract people in the community. Buy local! Visit Stinkweeds read more

I've been going to Stinkweeds for half my life now at 3 different locations and have always had great experience there. They keep up with many of my favorite English language bands and let me know when new release are out. If you have several bands you follow, you should sign up on Stinkweeds email list to receive weekly updates of new release. If you are having trouble finding something, you should definitely ask and they'll do their best to order it. They are also great with their phone list and give you calls as soon as the item comes in. There are a few other good, friendly local record stores, but Kimber and Lindsay at Stinkweeds are the best( the dudes are decent too). Parking lot and entrance are in the back, sometimes entering behind the Diary Queen on central is easier... read more

This is my go to record store here. I wish their new albums weren't as expensive as they are but I go here when I just need to get out of the house and do something quick that I enjoy. I've found lots of records from my favorites Stevie, Prince, Aretha etc. and always leave with something every time I stop in. read more

Best shop in town for your indie rawkin needs! Kimber and her staff know their music and are aware of their customers preferences. I dare you to leave this store without something interesting and exciting read more

Great boutique record store. Friendly staff. A must visit in Phx!

The best new/used music store in Phoenix period!

Stinkweeds is a Phoenix audiophiles institution. I am from New Jersey and have even heard of it prior to being in the area initially, some 14 years ago. I was out for an eight day visit with my family, visiting my parents in Goodyear. I always save a day for a record shopping spree. My wife and I, are longtime former metal/hard rock journalists and seasoned music fans. We have been to record stores both nationally and inter nationally over the years. With that being said, we have some clout on what we know to be quality or not in a record store. We have been purchasing vinyls since the 1970s as kids! We both agreed that Stinkweeds was an above average record shop, particularly if you are a fan of indie rock. We found a few gems amongst the more modern indie myriad of vinyls. The store is small in square footage, but utilizes the space appropriately. The staff was friendly and eager to assist you. Various clean and operational listening booths were located along the left wall not from from the entrance. I believe four stations in all. Some band and S.W. t shirts are for sale. I purchased a S.W. shirt for myself, it was impressive and only $10.00, a steal! They provide mail order, as we had our records purchased on site, shipped back to us. Overall our impression was one of it is right near Wax n Tracks, and worth a brief stop int he next time we are in town vibe. Worth nothing: parking is located in the rear, as is the entrance to the store. Established in 1987, this location is a stalwart in a dying tangible record store scene. Support it. read more

Always a good place to hit up once a week. I usually find something I need for my collection. Good prices, cool shop.

Great little record store. The staff is very nice and know way more than I about music. It's not a huge place, but they have some really neat stuff I didn't find anywhere else in the valley. They actually have a pretty large parking lot considering their placement downtown so that is always a plus. They have a a pretty good selection of new vinyl, not that much in the way of used. read more

Really good selection of current hip artists. Harder to find older items. Listening stations and friendly staff. Reasonably priced but worth it. read more

This is as good as it gets for Phoenix. I've been going to Stinkweeds for over 10 years, and whenever I'm in town I try to make a trip. Phoenix needs more places like this and more people like Kimber! read more

It's a sad day. The day before Record Store Day and the realization that the last decent part of Americana is almost extinct. The corner record store is almost completely dead, thanks to Amazon.com and Walmart. Stinkweeds will never die. It will be the last of the dinosaurs and keep going. About the size of your work break room, but still the same experience. I don't think the store will ever change and thank god for that. I bought my first punk LP at stinkweeds and still go there for rare punk music. I like the fact that it is small, quiet and the selection is always changing for the better. Can't wait until my visit. Thank you Stinkweeds. Happy Record Store Day!!! read more

Another great Arizona Indie record/cd store. Fantastic selection. A bit on the expensive side but I can often find things here that I can't find anywhere else. Great 7" collection! read more