5 VINYL STORES IN THE CITY CENTRE WORTH VISITING
If you’re a fan of vinyl, take a
look at our choice of the best 5 vinyl stores in Newcastle we’ve found strolling
around the city centre.
JG Windows, 1-7 Central Arcade, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5BP
JG
Windows with its more than a century long history is one of the UK’s longest
established music stores. It is located in the Central Arcade, just a few steps
from Grey’s Monument, and the building’s interior is simply breath-taking! You
might get a little overwhelmed when you enter the store looking for vinyl
records as the store covers whole 3 floors of the building, but the
professional staff will for sure direct you to the right section. The store only
sells new records, but you will always find a lot of special offers worth your
time at the beginning of the store’s vinyl section.
Reflex,
23 Nun St, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5AG
On the
hunt for some of the delicious fruits or vegetables at Grainger Market, you
should definitely stop by at Reflex. Even though you’ll only find new records
at this store, they always have some special deals ready for you. Usually, the
larger quantity you buy, the better price you get. The all-genre selection together
with the store’s atmosphere will definitely encourage you to experiment with
new artists as there is always some quality music playing on the turntable.
Music that you might not otherwise get to hear. I myself have discovered the
amazing Frank Turner this way. Much recommended ;)
RPM
Music, 4 Old George Yard, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1EZ
https://www.facebook.com/thecuttingedgeofvinyl/
This
adorable little store situated in the heart of the Old George Yard isn’t my
personal favourite just because of how photogenic it is but also of because of its
record selection - new and pre-owned, possibly every genre ever known, systematically
categorized into groups whether according to its genre or the decade it was released in – a paradise for people with OCD. If
you’re still not able to find exactly what you’re looking for in the store –
ASK AWAY as they have thousands more of records that didn’t make it into
the store waiting for you.
Empire Records, Alle 2 Grainger Market, Newcastle upon Tyne
https://www.facebook.com/Empire-Records-165379740767289/
It’s easy to pass
by this tiny vinyl store
inside of the Grainger Market without noticing it, but that would be a huge
mistake. Despite its size, Empire Records offers probably the best
quality/price ratio of all stores
mentioned and cosy atmosphere of the Grainger Market will make you feel like
you’re going through your own vinyl collection at home. If you want to have a
chat with someone who truly understands music, this place is definitely right
for you.
Beatdown Records, Clarendon House, Bewick Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5EE
Not far from Central Station on the corner of Bewick Street and Clayton Street West, you’ll find one of the Newcastle’s youngest vinyl shops, trading since 2006. Beatdown records is another store offering both, new as well as second-hand records and the store claims the largest second-hand vinyl selection in the North East.
