Kansas City Music Resources List: Record Stores
By John Burr - October 17, 2024
The local record store serves as the heartbeat of the local music scene, providing a vital space for artists, fans, and the community to connect and thrive. It acts as a cultural hub where music enthusiasts can discover new sounds, explore diverse genres, and engage with the rich history of their local music landscape. Record stores hosting live performances, listening parties, and community events foster a sense of belonging and support for emerging artists, giving them a platform to showcase their talent. Additionally, the knowledgeable staff often curate selections that reflect the unique tastes of the community, making the store a treasure trove for casual listeners and dedicated collectors. In an age dominated by digital streaming, the local record store remains a cherished sanctuary where the passion for music is celebrated and nurtured, ensuring the vibrancy of the local scene continues to flourish.
Mills Record Company
4045 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64111
https://millsrecordcompany.com/
https://www.facebook.com/MillsRecordCompany
https://www.instagram.com/millsrecords
Sister Anne's
901 E 31st St, Kansas City, MO 64109
https://sisterannes.com/
https://www.facebook.com/SisterAnnes
https://www.instagram.com/sisterannes
Josey Records
https://www.joseyrecords.com/
1815 McGee St, Kansas City, MO 64108
https://www.facebook.com/joseyrecordskc
https://www.instagram.com/joseyrecordskc
The Vinyl Underground at 7th Heaven(Closing soon)
7621 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64131
https://www.instagram.com/7thheavenkansascity
https://www.facebook.com/TheVinylUndergroundKC
It's a Beautiful Day
3918 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64111
https://www.facebook.com/ItsaBeautifulDayKc
https://www.instagram.com/itsabeautifuldaykc
Planet Queen Records & Vintage
209 W Maple Ave, Independence, MO 64050
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554174347133
https://www.instagram.com/planetqueenrecords
Brothers Music
12206 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66216
https://www.facebook.com/BrothersMusicKC
https://www.instagram.com/brothersmusickc
FM Music
206 E 18th Ave, North Kansas City, MO 64116
https://www.facebook.com/FMMUSICNKC
https://www.instagram.com/vintagefmmusic
Gothwatulike Records
11539 Hickman Mills Dr, Kansas City, MO 64134
https://www.facebook.com/GotWhatULikeRecords
https://www.instagram.com/gotwhatulikerecords
Willas Books & Vinyl
5547 -5549 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110
https://www.willasbookskc.com
https://www.facebook.com/willasbooks
Records with Merrit
1614 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111
https://www.facebook.com/recordswithmerritt
https://www.instagram.com/recordswithmerritt
Manor Records
5540 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110
https://www.facebook.com/manorrecordskc
https://www.instagram.com/manorrecordskc
BlacKCat Vinyl
1664 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108
https://www.instagram.com/blackcatvinylkc
Wax Factory
3300 Parallel Pkwy, Kansas City, KS 66104
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=160941687260760&_rdr
Vinyl Heaven
9411 W 87th St, Overland Park, KS 66212
https://www.vinylheavenkc.com
https://www.facebook.com/VinylheavenKC
Wound For Sound
510 W Main St, Greenwood, MO, United States, Missouri
https://www.facebook.com/woundforsound
https://www.instagram.com/woundforsound
Lawrence, KS
Love Garden
822 Massachusetts St.. Lawrence, KS 66044
https://www.facebook.com/lovegardensounds
https://www.instagram.com/lovegardensounds
Orange Cat Records
923 N 2nd St, Lawrence, KS, United States, Kansas
https://www.facebook.com/OrangeCatRecordsLFK
https://www.instagram.com/orangecatrecordslfk
Did we miss your favorite shop? If you have a Music Resource you want us to highlight, drop us a line at sskc@soundstructure.com so we can include it in future posts.