Record Stores in Austin, TX

Austin's record stores sit at the intersection of the city's live music obsession and its deep collector culture. Blues, country, and Texas rock are always well-represented, but Austin's diversity of scenes means you'll find solid sections for jazz, soul, and punk too. Many stores are closely tied to the local live music ecosystem — staffed by working musicians and stocked with the kinds of records that inspire other musicians. Austin's annual SXSW festival brings a surge of music-focused visitors, and several stores mark the occasion with special stock and events.