{"id":7922,"date":"2025-03-24T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-24T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/?p=7922"},"modified":"2025-03-24T10:19:39","modified_gmt":"2025-03-24T15:19:39","slug":"record-store-day-2025-in-st-louis-a-celebration-of-vinyl-and-local-shops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/record-store-day-2025-in-st-louis-a-celebration-of-vinyl-and-local-shops\/","title":{"rendered":"Record Store Day 2025 in St. Louis: A Celebration of Vinyl and Local Shops"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Record Store Day (RSD) is back on Saturday, April 12, 2025<\/strong>, and St. Louis is ready to celebrate with exclusive vinyl releases, live music, and special promotions at local record stores. Whether you’re a longtime collector or just starting to explore the world of vinyl, this is the perfect opportunity to support independent record shops and discover some amazing music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Brief History of Record Store Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Founded in 2007, Record Store Day was created to celebrate and promote independent record stores worldwide. The event brings together artists, fans, and music retailers, offering exclusive, limited-edition vinyl releases that are only available at participating stores. Over the years, RSD has grown into a global phenomenon, with major and indie artists alike releasing special records to commemorate the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fun Fact: The Largest Vinyl Ever Made<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that the largest playable vinyl record ever made was a 24-inch disc<\/strong> created in 2012? While standard records come in 7-inch, 10-inch, and 12-inch<\/strong> sizes, this oversized vinyl was pressed as a promotional stunt\u2014definitely not something you’d find in a typical record store!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to Celebrate Record Store Day in St. Louis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

St. Louis has a thriving vinyl culture, and several local record stores are pulling out all the stops for RSD 2025. Here are some must-visit spots:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vintage Vinyl<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udccd 6610 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63130
A staple in the Delmar Loop, Vintage Vinyl<\/a><\/strong> is known for its vast selection of new and used records. Expect a full lineup of exclusive RSD releases and possibly some live performances!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Euclid Records<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udccd 19 N Gore Ave, Webster Groves, MO 63119
Euclid Records<\/a> is one of the premier destinations for vinyl collectors. They\u2019re set to feature a great selection of RSD exclusives and in-store events to mark the occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Record Exchange<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udccd 5320 Hampton Ave, St. Louis, MO 63109
This massive vinyl warehouse has one of the largest used record collections in the region. If you’re looking to dig through crates for rare finds, this is the place to be! Click here to view the Record Exchange<\/a> website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CD Reunion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udccd 10 Hawks Nest Plz, St. Charles, MO 63303
For those in St. Charles, CD Reunion<\/a> will be participating in RSD with exclusive releases and special discounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Planet Score Records<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udccd 7421 Manchester Rd, St. Louis, MO 63143
Selling new and used vinyl records, cd’s, tapes and movies. Directions: One block east of Big Bend and Manchester in the Maplewood drag, visit the Planet Score Records<\/a> website!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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RiverBend Records<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udccd 2720 Grovelin St, Godfrey, IL 62035
Our doors open at 7:00 am for the RSD die-hards looking to secure those hard to find titles you can only find at Independent Record Stores. Event Details<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Exclusive Releases & More<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every year, Record Store Day features limited-edition releases from big names and indie artists alike. This year, you can expect special vinyl from Taylor Swift, Charli XCX, and many more.<\/strong> To get your hands on these records, be sure to arrive early\u2014popular releases tend to sell out fast!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the full list of participating stores and exclusive releases, check out the official Record Store Day website<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Support Local, Spin More Vinyl<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Record Store Day isn\u2019t just about buying music; it\u2019s about supporting local businesses, fostering a love for physical media, and connecting with fellow music lovers. Whether you’re hunting for a rare gem or just browsing for fun, St. Louis record stores have something special waiting for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mark your calendar for April 12, 2025<\/strong>, and get ready to celebrate the magic of vinyl!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

St. Louis Vinyl Record Store List<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t know where to go? Check out this list of amazing record stores (some have already been listed above), some may not have many Record Store Day deals but I am sure they have plenty of crates to dig through to find those missing gems to add to your collection!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Record Exchange<\/a>
5320 Hampton Ave, St. Louis, MO 63109
(314) 832-2249<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Euclid Records<\/a>
19 N Gore Ave, St. Louis, MO 63119
(314) 961-8978<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dead Wax Records<\/a>
2100 Cherokee St, St. Louis, MO 63118
(314) 330-2618<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Planet Score Records<\/a>
7421 Manchester Rd, St. Louis, MO 63143
(314) 282-0777<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Circa: Now! Records<\/a>
3238 S Grand Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63118
(314) 728-1440<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vintage Vinyl<\/a>
6610 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63130
(314) 721-4096<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frenchtown Records<\/a>
941 Park Ave, St. Louis, MO 63104
(314) 630-1163<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kismet Records<\/a>
3302 Meramec St, St. Louis, MO 63118
(303) 524-5729<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Record Space<\/a>
8716 Gravois Rd, St. Louis, MO 63123
(314) 437-2727<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Joes Records<\/a>
316 S County Center Way, St. Louis, MO 63129
(314) 901-4793<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Infinite Spin<\/a>
2308 Cherokee St., St. Louis, MO, United States, 63118
(636) 634-0313<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CD Warehouse<\/a>
11828 Tesson Ferry Rd, St. Louis, MO
(314) 842-3925<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Riverbend Records<\/a>
2720 Grovelin St, Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 433-1673<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Record Reunion<\/a>
10 Hawks Nest Dr, St Charles, MO 63303
(636) 949-9492<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Music Reunion<\/a>
22 Ofallon Square, O\u2019Fallon, MO 63366
(636) 978-2239<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slackers (Alton, IL)<\/a>
118 Alton Square Mall, Alton, IL 62002
618-462-2005<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slackers (Fairview Heights, IL)<\/a>
239 St. Clair Square, Fairview Heights, IL 62208
618-394-7777<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slackers (Glen Carbon, IL)<\/a>
150 Junction Drive, Glen Carbon, IL 62034
618-655-0940<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slackers (St. Louis, MO)<\/a>
18 S County Center Way #371, St. Louis MO 63129
314-845-5155<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slackers (St. Charles, MO)<\/a>
2432 West Clay Street, St. Charles, MO 63301
636-946-5200<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slackers (St. Peters, MO)<\/a>
2300 Mid Rivers Mall, St. Peters, MO 63376
636-397-0897<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not seeing your store on this list? Comment below so it can be added!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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