Cool store with a great selection. Parking is worse than usual but there's a couple spots if you drive around for two hours (or get the nearby SpotHeros). Definitely worth the visit. read more

Torn Light Records - Great pick! - Vinyl Records Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Here's a catchy and fun Yelp review for Torn Light Records: "Torn Light Records: The Vinyl Jackpot I Didn't Know I Needed" While wandering Chicago, I stumbled upon Torn Light Records, and let me tell you, it was like finding buried treasure--but instead of gold, it was stacks of classic records at prices so good I almost felt like I was stealing (don't worry, I paid). Back home, I'd have to sell a kidney to afford half of these gems, but here? It's like they actually want you to enjoy music without going broke. The selection was top-tier, the vibe was chill, and my wallet survived the trip (barely). If I'm ever back in Chicago, Torn Light will be at the top of my must-visit list--right after deep dish pizza. If you're a vinyl junkie like me, don't walk, run to this place. Your record collection will thank you. 5/5 stars for being the record store of my dreams! read more

Torn Light is one of my favorite record stores in the city. They have a great selection of records for all kinds of people. I've found some rare esoteric stuff for very good prices. They have a small but excellent collection of books as well. Lots of publications you won't really see elsewhere in Chicago. The staff are super friendly and inviting. Highly recommended. read more

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Torn Light Records in Bucktown is a truly impressive record store that stands out for its unique and eclectic selection. From the moment you step in, it's clear this is more than just a typical record shop. The store offers an incredible range of music, but what really caught my attention was the multicultural section. It's one of the most diverse I've seen, with a particularly impressive collection of music from India, which I personally really loved. Torn Light Records also has some fantastic finds for under $5, which was a pleasant surprise. I could easily spend hours digging through their collection, knowing there's something great waiting to be discovered. Beyond the scope of their inventory, Torn Light Records creates an atmosphere that's welcoming and perfect for digging through vinyl. The staff is passionate, knowledgeable, friendly, and eager to help with recommendations or insights, which only makes the experience that much better. Whether you're hunting for rare finds or just browsing for something new, Torn Light Records in Bucktown is a must-visit for music lovers of all kinds. read more

Torn Light Records - Vinyl Records Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Was on my way to uprise and had some time to kill and saw this record store across the street. They had a really good selection well organized and a table to listen to stuff in the back. Found something local. I was also interested in getting something for a friend and the guy behind the counter had a good recommendation for me even though they didn't carry it in the store. They carry more than just vinyl so if you're into physical media check out Torn Light records. read more

Hidden gem, particularly for vinyl lovers. A cool place to browse before dinner or a show.

Ordered online. Took them weeks to ship. No communication. Didn't have one of the records I ordered, said they'd refund it, never did! This place is unprofessional. Don't do it. read more

We were just walking, after dinner, to kill time until the concert. Saw this lit up place and decided to check it out! Voila, they had a large, wonderful selection of CDs for my son-he still uses boom boxes and a portable CD player so we buy them when we find them. He's into old school rap-found RUN DMC, and others :-) read more

My boyfriend and I love crate digging on Saturdays! We looked on Yelp for Record Stores we haven't hit in the Cincinnati area and found Torn Light on the list. This hidden gem is located close to Dark Horse Brewing in Bellevue (near Washington Ave). Every record shop is different and has something great to offer. This store is one of them. I was amazed with the selection of used records on site. They don't carry newly pressed Vinyls, but a great amount of rarities. The shelves are organized and fairly priced. What I love the most in hunting for vinyls is this place is very detailed in categorizing. From Bossa Nova Jazz, European, Pacific Islander, Funk/R&B, Disco, Hard Metal, etc. They have a small section for new releases on freshly stocked vinyl if you are a regular. And last, they have a great selection of old school hip hop. Definitely singles. I was impressed with the $1.00 bins that I scored an amount of Jazz/Easy listening! In the back you will find a listening station, used record/speaker equipment, used 45', cassettes and Cds. The employee working the shift at that time was very friendly and helpful! Small store with a lot of awesome finds!!! What a great experience and look forward to coming back!! read more

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What a hidden gem! This place is tucked away in Clifton. Great place to go after grabbing dinner or a movie at one of the nearby restaurants. The guys in there were super friendly and were so helpful. I left with 3 albums under $20. Whitney Houston, Sade, and a jazz album. read more

Torn Light Records - Vinyl Records Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Who would have thought that Bellevue, KY holds a great destination for vinyl hunters? It's true and right on Fairfield Ave.! Easy to find and full of vinyl goodness! The place itself is a little on the small side but doesn't feel cramped at all. They utilize the space perfectly and all the selections are categorized very well so everything is easy to find. They have a vast collection of standard 33 1/2s as well as a wide variety of 45s. Overall prices are definitely fair for the quality and great finds can even be found in their dollar bins. The staff are all very friendly and willing to help fellow vinyl addicts find new titles to add to their collections. Plus they always have good tunes playing so they definitely know their stuff. So, if you're an avid vinyl hunter (and let's face it, there are a LOT of us types these days), give this destination a visit. You may leave with more goodies than you expected and enjoy every single one. read more

Not your average record store. Jazz, noise, metal, experimental, and the otherwise outré -- that's the sweet spot. Near zero "alternative" or college radio stuff. If this sounds interesting to you, rest assured, it's beyond what you are hoping for. Very friendly staff as well. read more

A no frills, well stocked independent hardcore/punk/noise/rock record store just minutes from downtown Cincy. Torn light is up and coming as they've already outgrown their first retail space and moved to a larger location. In my several trips to Torn Light I've been able to find a handful of records (and cassettes) that other local record shops don't carry. The staff/owners are very knowledgable and welcoming. Not to mention everything is pretty reasonably prices. Make this your first stop for records in Cincinnati. read more

Cincinnati's finest selection of rare and obscure records, tapes and CDs. Impossibly knowledgeable and devastatingly handsome staff. Super fair pricing and perhaps the best place to sell your used music in the area. Conveniently located next to several great places to eat too! read more

Great spot for vinyl! I love how well everything is laid out and their variety! The store is clean, organized, and the prices are reasonable. I live right down the street from this place which is super dangerous for me. Super glad to see this place move here from Kentucky! They definitely add more flair to the gaslight district. read more

Torn_Light fails to keep their promise to ship to you once you pay promptly. After 7 days after payment and no shipping and no reply back from a on-line seller platform, I had to involve the Administrator for the online site, then and only then did Alex reply back with a promise to ship me my record using 3 day shipping. Now, almost 9 days later, still no record. I called them out for their lies and they retaliated on me for speaking the truth, stating I berated them. I was NOT GOING to post any reviews on Google or Yelp, I just mentioned that it was good that sites like these exist, so they did a negative review on me as an act of retaliation. So here I am making sure that "BUYER BEWARE" when conducting business with Torn Light Records. A Nightmare to deal with. read more

Best record shop in the area hands down. Great staff and you truly never know what you'll find when you walk in. I could spend all day there! read more

My favorite record store in the area. If I want a metal, hardcore punk, industrial/noise release that one of the other independent record shops don't have, I can find or order it here. They primarily carry vinyl and cassettes. Which is great for me, because nowadays I mainly find myself buying tape-only releases that have small runs from underground bands and artists. This is really the only place in the Cincinnati area that carries ones for those genres. They do an excellent job at keeping it well-stocked with killer stuff and at this point, I've probably traded in or sold a quarter of everything I own to them. read more