Nothing beats finding a new record store in a new town, these are our recommendations…
Bowmanville
Vinyl Alibi
19 Scugog Street
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London
Grooves
353 Clarence Street
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Ottawa
Birdman Sound
593 Bank Street
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The Record Shaap
209 Gilmour Street
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Peterborough
Bluestreak Records
444 George Street North
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Toronto
Frantic City Records
799 Queen Street West
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Sonic Boom
782 Bathurst Street
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Vortex Records
2309 Yonge Street
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Frantic City is a personal favourite. If you are looking for punk (or ‘crust’ like most of the stuff there is called) it is the place to go.
The Record Shaap in Ottawa (at Gilmour and Elgin) is tough to find (in the basement of a vintage clothing shop and cafe) but totally worth the effort! Super tiny but super well stocked, its a must-visit when you’re in town!
Consider it added! I will be sure to drop by the next time I am up in Ottawa.