Explore Record Shops in Washington DC

Washington DC Record Store Directory

Drop the needle on DC—your next music discovery is waiting in the nation’s capital.

From legendary U Street haunts to indie corners in every neighborhood, Washington DC’s record store scene is alive with energy, diversity, and history. Whether you’re searching for vintage vinyl, new releases, Hi-Fi gear, CDs, cassettes, or even 8-tracks, you’ll find it all in DC’s welcoming shops and underground gems. Seasoned crate digger or curious newcomer, you’re part of a community that celebrates every sound—from go-go to punk, jazz to hip hop, and everything in between. Start your search and let the capital’s music culture guide you to your next great find—right here in DC.

Art Sound Language
5520 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20015
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202-596-1068
https://artsoundlanguage.com/

Byrdland Records
1264 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Google Maps
202-481-0424
https://byrdlandrecords.com/

Crooked Beat Records!
2318 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
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703-244-5003
https://crookedbeat.com/

HR Records
702 Kennedy St NW, Washington, DC 20011
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202-469-9868
https://homerulerecords.com/

Joint Custody
1530 U St. NW, Washington, DC 20009
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202-643-8614
https://jointcustodydc.com/

SMASH! Records
2314 18th St. NW, Washington, DC, 20009
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202-387-6274
http://www.smashrecords.com/

Som Records
1843 14th Street NW, Washington, DC 20009
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202-328-3345
http://somrecordsdc.com/

Songbyrd Records Cafe
2475 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
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202-450-2917
https://www.songbyrddc.com/

Tiny Vinyl Shop
2501 Champlain St NW, Washington, DC 20009
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http://www.tinyvinylshop.com/

Spin Time Records
613 Pennsylvania Ave. SE Suite 2, Washington, DC 20003
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202-527-2212
https://spintimerecords.com/

Decibel Music
626 S St NW, Washington, DC 20001
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202-656-0797
http://dbmusicdc.com/

Rail Records & Books
8700 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910
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http://www.railrecordsandbooks.com/

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Beyond Washington DC: More Vinyl Just Down the Line

As the last track plays in the District, don’t close your record bag just yet. Washington DC’s vibrant music shops are only one stop on a wider vinyl journey—there’s a fresh crate waiting just beyond the city limits.

Delaware Record Stores: Head north to Delaware for small-town surprises, cozy beachside shops, and a laid-back crate-digging experience all its own.

Virginia Vinyl Finds: Venture south into Virginia for everything from Richmond’s indie classics to hidden gems nestled in historic towns and scenic byways.

Maryland Record Stores: Cross into Maryland for Baltimore’s legendary record shops, suburban standouts, and local favorites from the bay to the mountains.

At Record Store Directory, every border is an open invitation. Keep exploring, sharing your latest finds, and connecting with music lovers—because somewhere nearby, a new favorite album is just waiting to be discovered.

Happy hunting, and see you at the next stop!