An (up to date) detailed list of record stores recommended by a Nashville resident of over 25 years.
There is a reason it’s called Music City, USA.
Nashville, and its surrounding cities, are packed with great record stores. I think a new one pop ups monthly.
I’ve lived in Nashville for over 25 years now and have seen the city’s growth in many areas, but none more than great record stores.
Most city guides will point you to stores within city limits, but I wanted to provide a list of stores in surrounding counties for anyone like me who doesn’t mind a 30 minute drive to stumble on some great records.
Below you will find a list of record stores in Nashville and beyond. This list isn’t in any particular order, as each store has their own unique presence. I make a point to swing by as many as possible because I never know what I’ll find in their bins.
This list doesn’t include a lot of great antique stores where sellers have booths with used records for sale. If you are visiting Nashville and see an antique store, there’s a good chance there will be a record section to flip through as well.
Also, our friends at Just Audio, produced a video series touring a handful of record stores and Nashville was one of their first stops. Where possible, we included a video clip from their tour to give you an idea of what those stores offer. Be sure to follow their YouTube page for videos on vintage gear and more.
I think this is an exhaustive list that will be continually updated as more stores open!
See a quick hit list of stores below, followed by a description of why we love each after the break!
The 15 Best Record Stores In Nashville Are:
- Grimey’s New and Pre-Loved Music
- Vinyl Tap
- The Groove
- Luna Records
- Phonoluxe
- Great Escape
- Luna Record Shop
- Third Man Records
- Alison’s Record Shop
- McKay’s Nashville
Viv and Dickey’s(Closed)- Disk Go Joe’s
- Elevator Vinyl
Ernest Tubb Record Shop(Closed)- JTB’s Groovy Record Room
- Collect Co. (formerly Lebanon Antique Mall)
- The Green Ray
