Beat Street is everything a great record store should be -- passionate, knowledgeable, and…read moregenuinely customer-focused. I visited from Bellingham, WA with my family and picked up a few albums, including what I thought was Creedence Clearwater Revival - Pendulum. When I got home, I discovered another Creedence record was inside. I reached out to the store by email, and their team couldn't have been more helpful -- they quickly found the correct album and mailed it to me free of charge. That kind of service is what I look for and it shows how much they care about their customers and the music community. Beyond that, the store itself is fantastic -- a deep and diverse selection, friendly staff, and a great vibe that makes you want to spend hours flipping through the bins. If you love music, Beat Street is absolutely worth a visit. I'll definitely be stopping by again next time I'm in Vancouver!

Loved this place! I heard they were hip-hop centric and my hopes were met with a great selection of…read moremodern and underground rap and R&B -- plus plenty other music I'm not qualified to comment on. Had to make a list to narrow down what to buy, which is always a sign of a great record store. Prices were quite reasonable as well.

Only reason for a 3-star review is the selection. It's actually pretty great. I have worked at…read moreseveral record stores as both a purchaser and trade reviewer and have an extensive collection myself. That being said, this place is overpriced. Get ready to turn in a kidney for a record that should be roughly $7-11 and not $40. The guy who runs the place has a mediocre personality in that he isn't welcoming at all.

The prices are ABSOLUTELY LAUGHABLE! It looks potentially promising at first but once you begin…read moredigging it gets ridiculous very quickly. Records that are $1 everywhere else in the world are priced in the neighborhood of $50! I've been collecting records for over 40 years and I have never seen such outrageous price! There oughta be a law against gouging of this magnitude!

Great to see a store like this open in The Heights!…read more Mostly factory sealed vinyl in the genres of: Punk, Hardcore, Indie/College, Metal, Rock, Hip Hop. Has a small but growing section of used records as well. Store also carries Stereo Equipment and a wicked supply of mounted Show Posters. The guy running the place is super helpful, I've been in twice and both times a superior experience. I enjoyed the music related conversations we've had, was helpful when I need to return a damaged record and remembered who I was, so that's a bonus. Also, they have a loyalty/reward card as well. Support local business!

Awesome music store. Lots of great new stuff and good used records as well. Good selection of CDs…read moreas well if that is your thing. Always good for a chat about music as well. Most engaging owner of a record store I have come across in the lower mainland. Everyone who loves music should shop here.

I found this gem via social media and it's going to become one of my must stop by spot. Not too…read morefare from a threat store on 3rd and Lonsdale Ave, it easily accessible. The books goes from 1$ to 10$ with a big variety of books. I was event able to find some classic French books They do not "buy" used books but they WILL exchange store credit for your used books.

soooo many books and magazines! could spend hours here. If you want to search though to find your…read morenext read or collect some magazines for display or for collaging, this is the place!

I am surprised that this place is actually that nice inside. I know you are probably questioning…read more what do I mean? Well, I have heard about this place and that they sell records and CDs and etc. I have never went inside. I decided to go in and see for myself. Outside looks like one of those old ghetto shops on Commercial Drive that looks like they have been here forever. Yeah maybe they have been here forever. I mean at least 20 years. Or even more. Inside was very well organized and bright. They have some pretty cool records for sale. Unfortunately, I am not one of those music advocate/ artist. I mean I do understand the music quality is better on records. To me I would not care much if I listened music on a CD or radio or ipad or ipod vs the highend record player. They have pretty good stuff here.

I'm from Seattle and did some record shopping while in Vancouver. Picked up a couple of used albums…read moreand paid $9.99 for one and $14.99 for the other. Both in VG+ condition, so, good prices as both of these records would have been more in Seattle even in USD. Staff was friendly and helpful and the store was organized pretty well. Nice sounding system in there too - Great experience!

I saw the signage for a record store and was a bit disappointed in the variety they had there. They…read morehad more DVDs, CDs, and BluRay than vinyl. The shirts and gifts section was entertaining but overall, I would have liked to see a good selection of old school records available for sale, regardless if they were used or brand new. They did sell record players just in case you didn't have one from the 1980's.

I try to call the Metropolis (Metrotown) location to see if an item is in stock and I can never get…read morethrough to them on the phone. Doesn't matter what time of day. If their website had availability of items in their individual locations, like Lee Valley does, that would help. I have way better luck calling the Guilford location. Usually on the first attempt. They put items aside for me, too. I will never shop at the Metropolis location again. Whoever manages the location should do something about it. People wonder why amazon and on-line businesses are so popular. Well, these small local businesses have to get their act together. Honestly, how hard is it to answer the phone? BTW, record stores like Red Cat Records in Vancouver along with all the other independents do a great job. What I was looking for was not in stock at the indie shops. Sunrise website shows item in stock on-line, but suggest calling local stores to see................. well, yeah, if they ever answer their phones. And, the Coquitlam Centre store never answers their phone, either. Kudos to the managerial staff at Guilford. So, 5 stars for them.

Great record shop. Loads of used LPs to sort thru, and plenty of new vinyl to choose from…read more But honestly, the best part was the staff. Sometimes you go into record shops and the staff is 'too cool' to be friendly. Wish I would have caught the name of the man working;, but he was so great! Super helpful, as well as giving great recommendations for some places in Vancouver to check out - local insight is always appreciated. Will be back next time we are in town!

Great record store!!, Friendly helpful staff and very good selection of new and used vinyl. Always…read morepick up a great find at a reasonable price. John H.

Clean and organized with a wide selection of great genres of music. I enjoy listening to almost all…read moremusic but I've been called an old soul since I was in my 20's. They have new and used in all sections ranging from $50 down to $4.00. Talk about something for every one. The staff were smiling when I complimented the store for not smelling like a musty basement. They said everyday someone comes in with a box of LPs from their basement or garage.

I love independent record shops. This place is more for vinyl afficionados, but there is a great…read moreselection of cassettes and CDs. I found a used CD at a great price from a blues artist I enjoy whose physical media is difficult to find, so I left the store happy.

Tucked away in a little mall type of situation, if you think you are lost, you probably aren't!…read moreJust find a place to park and walk in...and eventually you will find it. A gem of a place, with a super knowledgeable and friendly proprietor. He certainly knows his vintage punk, and had a few punk offerings of that ilk in the store. Heck, he knows Joey Shithead, as well as members of the Dishrags! Not really a store for new records as it is a used record shop, but everything is in great shape. While not a large place, they have plenty of selection in there. Definitely worth a regular stop if you are nearby, as they seem to actively search out new stock.

This place is a hidden gem. It is literally hidden, good luck finding it suckers!…read more If you reach the end of the road and think you have made a mistake as what appears to be a giant high rise is looming over you.. you've nailed it. Go park in the FREE parking lot. If you walk up to the front doors and still think you have made a mistake as the doors are locked and you need to buzz in.... just walk down the few stairs and go in the lower door on the left. You're still nailing it. Good for you! Located in the basement mall, it's the coolest little place. Great vinyl selection, reasonable prices, and solid quality. The gentleman running the shop is the friendliest vinyl lover you will ever meet. He even hosts live music here!

McNews site has been sold. 12 May 2020 Globe and Mail notice…read morein the Altus Group advert. 15 million for the whole corner block. Probably yet another tower. :( End of the flourishing arts and culture part of the North Shore. SOLD: 1452-1460 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver, BC Central office/retail building on Lonsdale and East 15th Street. 13,000 Sq. Ft. on a 9,000 Sq. Ft. lot

In addition to the British moto mags that I love, the place has the sort of ambience I look for in…read morea magazine store. A little worn around the edges, not so brightly lit as one of the big chain book stores. In short, it feels local and comfortable and has a ton of obscure and imported magazines.