The unexpected things that cross our path are always the most special. Live music was sublime and…read morenot even planned on our part! We wondered why the music was so easy to hear from the parking lot, and as we came through the door the atmosphere was cathartic. This is a clean, easy to walk through record store with friendly staff. There are two listening stations complete with headphones and great quality turntables. There are sections for used vinyls including most genres in 12's and 45's, CDs, a photo booth, and comfortable seating to listen to live sessions or as you wait for someone to complete their record adventure journey. It isn't a large store but prices were reasonable. The majority is not alphabetically ordered so part of the experience is finding what you came to find. Enjoy!

Visiting seasick records was a really cool experience. The inventory offers an array of music…read morestyles, in vinyls/cds/cassettes. I came in recently just to look around. I was happy to see that they have a 3.99 clearance section. I ran across some classic/vintage vinyls and I even made a purchase. The store is organize nicely and bright inside. They also have a nice leather sofa to lounge on. Staff were friendly enough but helpful. This was my first visit to Seasick Records. I plan to return in the future.

Bigger store than you think from the outside looking in, and a gem in Five Points area! Pure…read moredefinition of quaint, small, and quiet as you browse selections. Love the old fashioned vibes here and less of the hustle and bustle of larger shops. Staff was very helpful to assist us in finding what we were looking for, and knowledgeable. Prices were higher for used records than another local store, but lower than one we have stopped at out of town, so a good middle ground for sure. And, lots of 2 set record albums too! A sweet surprise that allowed me to go home with two records sets. Support your local business and remember: tomorrow is Record Store Day!

Upon entry of the vinyl shop it was a bit overwhelming. There are so many vinyls, however, this…read moreshop has something for everyone. Great selections of vinyls and cd's. I ended up purchasing a vinyl and two cd's. The man that works here was very helpful in providing direction on where the genres are located. I would definitely visit this location again. Street parking is available.

5+ if I could, I only wish I lived closer to Jim Reed Books, they have a fantastic collection of…read morebooks, and I have been able to find some authors that are difficult to find in the U.S. even on Amazon. Mr. Reed is a fantastic resource for books and movies, he recommended a movie from an author I was looking for, I watched the whole movie straight through, the next time I was in he had a couple novels by that author. Highly recommended...

Love! I was transported to a land far far away upon entering! I'm a lover of all things book…read morerelated and finding new book stores is definitely my favorite! This book store is jammed packed with books, collectibles, nostalgia, and love tucked away in ever corner! There were books I read as a child that brought back many great memories when I saw them. The owner is such a lovely guy and very helpful! I could have spent a whole day and too much money lol because when it comes to books I have no self control. I was able to escape with spending only a little over $100 on some great books. Will definitely return!

If you love getting lost in a good browse, 2nd & Charles is such a fun spot to spend an afternoon…read more It's like a treasure hunt every time you walk in--books, vinyl, games, and random gems you didn't even know you needed. The vibe is super chill, and the staff has always been friendly and helpful when I've had questions or needed recommendations. If you're into books, music, or just a little retail therapy with personality, this is definitely a spot worth visiting. Just be prepared... you probably won't leave empty-handed!

The service was very family friendly. The selection was a wide variety, of books'. The value was so…read moreworth it. I will go back again.

New area that we were checking out, saw Sanctum and couldn't resist popping in to check them out…read more Unique shop set up, comic store in front and tattoo parlor in back. Large selection of latest release comics were on display and were easy to browse. Sorted by brand (Marvel, DC and Independent). The center of the store is full of graphic novels, the back edges and display case (at counter where you pay) is full of back issues dating back to Golden Age. Didn't investigate pricing too much, but on the surface it felt like they had reasonable pricing. Staff was friendly and interacted well with the customers. This is kind of out of the way for where I typically am, I would for sure pop back in if I was in the area.

This Comic Shop along with a dose of tattoos is a unique idea and Sanctum has unique features and…read morevibes. Love this place alongside Seasick Records next door. These two places need to be visited if your ever in Birmingham, AL they also take Apple Pay to my knowledge. A Five star Review well deserved.

A nice shop with a funny and friendly owner. We spend most of our time (and money) in the recorded…read moremusic part of the store. Definitely worth a visit.

Really glad I finally popped in and checked this place out. Kind of two stores in one, the front…read morepart of the store kind of caters to the hippie crowd. The back of the store, for me, is where the magic happens. Great selection of Vinyl Records, if you're into those things. Carl has a vast knowledge of the music industry and it appears most genres of music. The selection includes some really great hard to find offerings that you aren't going to find at the standard place in Gadsden that sells records. Also, it isn't like what you find at the Antique Malls - there are used options available, but there is also a great selection of stuff that has just been released. Prices are reasonable and in some cases really good. As I was leaving with my finds for the day we had a conversation about some bands we liked. I asked if he would be able to get a record I had been looking for, sure enough it's currently on order and should be arriving soon. Really happy I found out about this place and checked them out. I plan on becoming a regular customer moving forward.

The assortment is Huge! Very good assistance & knowledgeable.pricing seemed very fair. Cant wait to…read morevisit again.

If you need a map, this is where to get it. Period…read more Carto-Craft is unique for three reasons: 1. it is locally owned 2. they are actually cartographers (map-makers) who design and publish incredibly detailed maps of Alabama and surrounding areas... aka they are experts 3. aside from their own line of maps, they offer hundreds of other selections (for example, they have maps of Iraq, a city map of Durban, South Africa, and an array of European roadmaps, city maps, etc)... they even have valuable antique maps that would be perfect in any personal library or study. I went in to get a map of my own city, Birmingham, and to pick up something for Father's Day, and my dad is a bit of a map-a-holic. This is one of his favorite stores, not only for its expertise and selection but also because of its total hole-in-the-wall, out of the way location in Bluff Park. Luckily, my navigation system was able to take me there- for the record it is located in a shopping center featuring a Piggly Wiggly, and is in the back corner of the parking lot in a stand-alone building. The man who helped me has worked at Carto-Craft for 25 years, and filled my time there with stories about his family, his vast collection of over 5000 books, and more. He showed me all of the Carto-Craft maps I (because of my dad) was already familiar with- the incredible and huge laminated views of Smith Lake, Lake Martin, Weiss Lake, the Bankhead National Forest, the Sipsey Wilderness, and other areas of Alabama. Then he pulled out some impressive National Geographic surveys showing the battle patterns from the Civil War, trail maps, and told me about their most recently sold out item: a map series showing the Lewis and Clark trail (of course then I wanted one, but hopefully they will get more!). So, ultimately, I walked out of the door with exactly what I needed: an inexpensive ($4.95) and hard to come by detailed map of Birmingham, and a unique gift for my dad (an old topographical map of Alabama) and a Survival Guide (we like to watch Doomsday Preppers so I found it to be a funny yet useful item). If for nothing else but the experience, go to Carto-Craft, talk to the knowledgeable staff, look around, and experience a true map-lovers paradise. oh- but be ready- they do still use a printer with the perforated edges for receipts... so this trip will not be a quick one... but it will be well worth the time.