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Sikora’s Classical Records
Sikora’s blows away the classical inventory of mainstream music stores with its giant list of CD/DVD titles, plus hundreds of LPs for all those traditionalists out there. Opera, organ, choral, chamber and early music are represented, and there’s a section devoted to Canadian musicians. The staff are highly knowledgeable and can point you to a hot Mahler or Rachmaninov recording at the drop of a hat.
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Vinyl Exchange
So you thought you could cross Canada with six CDs? This used-record shop will sort you out with new tunes, and yes, it does have CDs, new and used. It's worth a browse just to see the descriptions about the artists. Take The Tragically Hip for example: 'a beloved Canadian institution - we, however, prefer universal healthcare.' Viva la vinyl!
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Sillons
This independent record store has been around for almost 20 years and specializes in jazz, world music and music from Québec and France. It’s not the best place for metal or hip-hop but other than that this is a great place to come if you want advice on which Jean Leloup or Les Colocs CD you should be adding to your collection.
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Lyle's Place
The city's best new and used record store, Lyle's is the perfect place to hang out with like-minded music fans on a rainy afternoon. Ask staff about the local music scene and they'll point you in the direction of Victoria's best live venues - you can also buy tickets for local concerts here.
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Scratch Records
Initially a tiny specialist record store, Scratch has expanded over the past 20 years to become a record label, concert promoter and international distributor. But the store remains, its bins packed with 99% independent labels, obscure releases and vinyl that the staff know intimately.
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HMV
Entertainment headquarters. This cavernous, multilevel store is like a department store for music with fantastic sections of everything you could ever want, from classical, world music, techno and francophone to pop and jazz, as well as DVDs and video games.
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Zulu Records
Routinely voted Vancouver’s best indie music store, visiting musos can happily spend a rainy afternoon here sifting the racks of new and used vinyl and hard-to-find imports. Check out any of the 30,000 titles at the sweet listening booths with retro chairs.
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Soundscapes
If you're struck with the need for bluegrass or spoken word in the wee hours, head here. Good prices, lots of local and rare finds and concert tickets are specialties. You'll also find listening booths, books, mags and DVDs on music, and friendly staff.
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Sam the Record Man
Seeking the latest in drum 'n' bass? Some retro Maritime folk music? With a little patience, everyone from opera devotees to easy listeners will find what they need at this multilevel landmark amongst Canadian record stores.
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Red Cat Records
Owned and operated by a pair of Vancouver musicians, Red Cat is packed with rare and local CDs and vinyl, and the staff are happy to offer plenty of suggestions for how to tap into the local live scene.
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Phonopolis
Indie rock, jazz, blues and classical sounds – and hybrids thereof – are the manifesto of this little record shop, which buys and sells CDs and LPs.
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Cosmos Records
If your soul aches for funk and rare groove, this shop's got it – on vinyl, and in pristine condition. Jazz, Latin and African beats are also on the menu.
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Fred's
Fred's is the premier music shop in St John's, and it features some brilliant local music such as Buddy Wasisname and The Other Fellers, amongst others.
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