There is a distinction I want to make here at the top between two words that might seem interchangeable, but they’re not: There are records, and then there is vinyl. To me, and perhaps to you as well, there are “record stores” and then there are “stores that sell vinyl.”
Stores that sell vinyl are for those enticed by a colorful suitcase turntable. Record stores are for those of us with lists of sought-after records. A store that sells vinyl serves trends. A record store is for the passion and deep love of music.
Ghost of Eastside Records is a record store. Ghost of Eastside Records is a great record store, perhaps the last great one, and they are closing their doors…