I came here for a signing with the Alain Whyte band, which consists of musicians who played with…read moreMorrissey but made an incredible record in their own right! The line was absolutely biblical but undeterred I decided to wait and wait some more. Yes, I regret nothing. Located after downtown Covina, Kaos Records is in a large strip mall with what on a regular day would be plenty of parking. Once inside I found a good medium sized record store that specializes in 80s new wave and punk. There's lot of posters, clothing and other memorabilia here. On a regular day I'd be digging through the bins for sure. The signing was handled really well. The boys of the Alain Whyte band were super friendly and personable, which was part of the problem. Everyone wanted to chat them up while us latecomers were sweating it up outside lol. But once inside all the heat was forgotten. All the employees were super cool and kept us updated every step of the way. 40 years in business so they're definitely doing something right. I'll definitely be returning to check out what they have. There's a few holes in my collection I think they could definitely fill. Great store! Highly recommended!!!

Laura is the best record store clerk you can have. she is so sincere. so friendly with customers…read more makes you wanna come back everyday to Kaos. you can talk about music all day long

Vinylsaurs Records have very reasonably-priced items. Gilbert the owner is so friendly with every…read morecustomers. we can talk about every artists he has in store. Got a couple of us$1 Colourfield vinyls outside the store where the clearance/bargains were... a place you surely come back again & again

Such a dope name: Vinylsaurs Records…read more I walked into the La Puente, CA, record shop on 6/18/22. Immediately the owner came over to let me know about their blowout sale. Rock and hip hop seem to predominate the space in this small shop. They also sell CDs and tapes. Follow them on Instagram @vinylsaurs. This is the best way to know when they are open as they don't adhere to the schedule posted on Yelp. This is also how I found out about their amazing sale that Saturday.

Spinning Plate Records has become my go-to for vinyls! There's a diverse range of genres and…read moreartists represented and every time I visit, I always find many records that I want to take home (great for my collection, but unfortunately not so great for my wallet). I would recommend following them on Instagram because the owner constantly shares their newly added items. So glad that Spinning Plate Records exists because I always have the best time browsing! 10/10 recommend visiting :)

Cool little record store hidden in a strip mall behind a car dealership in Covina. Owner is…read morewelcoming and the record selection is pretty decent. A perfect place to kill some time, and possibly find some music that will fulfill your vinyl needs.

This store was on our random path we were walking one day and we dropped in! It was a nostalgic…read moretrip to the good old days when you bought music products that you can grasp and hold in your hands. There was a bunch of CDs, vinyl and record players. I was kinda hoping they would have metal artist pins, but I get it, it's a music store, not a memorabilia shop. Totally worth a trip to warm your heart and fill your ears with great tunes!

Great mom and pop store. Prices are good, staff is helpful. Large selection of Lp's, and they also…read morespecial order items for you.

Great service from Dan in the front; I had an issue with a small chip in a new record I purchased…read morethat wasn't readily apparent until I'd opened it. I came back a few days later with the receipt and Dan was able to exchange it for a new copy when I came in, no problem. All staff are very friendly and knowledgeable, and they have an excellent selection of records available. The only small caveat I have is that the hours listed online are not accurate. They are not open Mondays and Tuesdays. This was not a problem for me since I live fairly close by, but I think it would be helpful for other customers if the online hours reflected this. Regardless, I'm very happy with the service I received and I'll be coming back.

Been coming to rathole for about 5 years now. I get along with the owner pretty well as he's a…read morefriendly guy. He's even shipped a vinyl out to me from when I used to live in NorCal. They have a great selection of vinyls, cds, shirts, stickers, and everything about in between. Pretty pricy at times but I enjoy supporting small businesses like this.

I made a list of record shops to hit in LA for my birthday, and honestly, I wish I had started…read morehere. First off, Manny (the owner) is dope. Super chill, easy to talk to, and clearly has amazing taste in music. We chopped it up for a bit, and he even gave me a free Moonshine Records shirt because it was my birthday- didn't have to, but it meant a lot. Now let's talk vinyl... no matter what you're into, you'll find something. The Latin section is fire, the 80s selection is solid, and there's a perfect mix of new and old. Everything is clean, organized, and easy to dig through. I walked out with some amazing finds at great prices and had to seriously stop myself from buying more. Parking was easy, and the shop was super easy to find. I didn't want to gatekeep... but this spot is too good not to share. I'll definitely be back.

Moonshine Records feels like one of those rare, off-the-beaten-path spots you almost don't want to…read moretell people about. It's the kind of place you stumble into and immediately realize you're about to lose track of time. Crate after crate, it's packed with deep cuts that you just don't see anywhere else. I was honestly blown away when I found an Ethiopian jazz record I've been listening to on Spotify for over a decade just sitting there. That moment alone made the entire visit worth it. There's a real sense that whoever curates this place actually cares about music beyond the obvious. It's not curated for trends--it's curated for discovery. Every section feels like a rabbit hole waiting to pull you in deeper. I walked in curious and walked out absolutely so effin stoked. If you're even remotely into digging for records, this place is a must. Staff was so tight!! Prices were reflective of the a1 quality and had so much variety I could have spent so much longer in it.

I've been to the new location a few times now, and it's a great space--easy to get to, well…read moreorganized, and with a fantastic selection across a wide variety of genres. On my last visit, Liz helped me out, and she was awesome. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and took the time to make some excellent recommendations based on what I was looking for. It's always nice to shop somewhere that feels welcoming, and her enthusiasm for music really made the experience even better. I'll definitely be back and highly recommend stopping by if you're a record collector or just looking to discover something new!

Ordered 3 albums online. One was back ordered. The back ordered LP arrived a week ago. Now I'm in a…read morebusiness trip and the albums in stock that I ordered still haven't shipped.

Commune Records is a cool and modern record shop located in the heart of Old Town Pasadena. There…read moreis no parking lot here, but plenty of street parking options around the area. They have a good amount of records to sort through, spanning all different genres and are priced fairly. All of the staff here are very friendly and welcoming. There was nothing to add to my collection today, but I will definitely be back for more crate digging next time I am around the area.

Love this place. Good selection of vintage records. The store is well curated. The records on the…read morewalls are always a treat. The owner Jeff is friendly and knowledgeable.