Record Store Day on April 20 is all about recognizing the indie shops surviving — and thriving — in a streaming world. Shops across the country host concerts, set up meet and greets and throw parties to mark the occasion with their loyal customers. Here are some vinyl destinations worth celebrating on Record Store Day — and every day during the rest of the year.
Amoeba Music in Berkeley, California
Record Exchange in Boise, Idaho
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End of an Ear in Austin, Texas
Plaid Room Records in Loveland, Ohio
Peoples Records in Detroit, Michigan
Arroyo Records in Los Angeles, California
Sonic Boom in Seattle, Washington
Gramaphone Records in Chicago, Illinois
Human Head Records in Brooklyn, New York
Harvest Records in Asheville, North Carolina
Wanna Hear It Records in Watertown, Massachusetts
Louisiana Music Factory in New Orleans, Louisiana
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