Check out more info about the day and events at the official Web site.
Do yourself a favor and visit one of these stores and let them know that they need to keep carrying the metal music!
Record Collector
Location:
116 South Linn Street
Iowa City, IA
(319) 337-5029
Why it rocks:
Record Collector has a big collection of, you guessed it, records. The store also carries new cds and has a special order service. They usually have some good metal releases in stock too. If you are an audiophile, then you can buy yourself a brand new record player there for the ultimate sound experience. Nothing represents old school thrash like vinyl does. Record Collector sells used record players too. Check this place out!
Real Compact Discs and Records
Location:
203 North Linn Street
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 341-7800
Why it rocks:
Real Compact Discs and Records is right inside the Northside Book Market. The store has a decent amount of new cds and vinyls, but it doesn't have much of a metal selection. However, you can call in to the number listed above and tell the store what you want and they will order it via one-day shipping and call you when it has arrived. Do this in advance of the new releases and they will get them in earlier than most retail stores would!
Now that's service!
Sweet Livin' Antiques and Art
Location:
940 Gilbert Court (not Gilbert Street)
Iowa City, IA
(319) 337-5015
Why it Rocks:
Sweet Livin' is home to largest selection of used vinyl in the area! It has a lot of variety and is the place to go if you are looking for old school vinyl. Also you can spin the vinyl in store before you buy it, which is a really cool thing for them to let you do.
Rusty Records
Location:
113 South Linn Street
Iowa City, IA
Why it rocks:
Look at the front of that store! It reminds me of the Megadeth "Rust in Peace" album cover!
This store is located right by Record Collector. It has a real "hippie vibe" if you will, but you should see it at least once. This place only sells used CDs and vinyls, but I saw Down- "Nola" for only 6 bucks used. That is a pretty good deal if you ask me.
Also below is the coolest thing going for the day that I have seen so far...
Most Metal Record Store Event:
Florida death metalers CANNIBAL CORPSE will take part in a signing session at Exclusive Company in Greenfield, Wisconsin on "Record Store Day" (Saturday, April 18). The event will begin at 2:00 p.m.
The details are as follows:
Exclusive Company
5026 S. 74th Street
Greenfield, WI 53220
414-281-6644
Also check out this article discussing the "resurgence" of metal vinyl.
Remember to support local music and record stores!
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