Upon entering, you hear the soft crackle of vinyl as you browse through bins full of records. Groningen is full of musical treasures, but the most beautiful gems can be found with a little searching. From dusty bins to perfectly maintained sleeves: here, record hunting still feels like it should.
The Boys from Hemmes
Steentilstraat 10 - Eric and John honour the legendary music shop Hemmes in Steenstilstraat with 'De Jongens van Hemmes'. For 20 years, they have continued the tradition, from challenging jazz to modern house. Dive into their collection and discover titles and genres you haven't heard before. Favourite of the boys? 'Black Classical Music' by Yussef Dayes.
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Plato Groningen
Oude Ebbingestraat 41 - With around 200 m² of vinyl, Plato Groningen is a household name in the Oude Ebbingestraat. In the back you will find second-hand gems, while new vinyl and CDs are also plentiful. During Eurosonic Noorderslag, intimate Platosonic concerts provide special live experiences. Which album for the record shop sounds typically Groningen? The quirky Groningen punk band Frontsector with the album 'Frontsector'.
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Klinkhamer Antiek
Folkingestraat 48-50 - Klinkhamer is a Valhalla for vinyl fans and collectors of special curiosities. Besides their huge selection of antiques, ceramics, toys, glassware and jewellery, you will also find an impressive collection of LPs, singles and records in all genres. Whether you're looking for a rare record, a classic rock LP or just want to browse through piles of vinyl.
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Elpee
Gelkingestraat 33 - Elpee has been a household name among Groningen music lovers for almost 50 years. After more than 40 years in Oosterstraat, the shop is now in Gelkingestraat. Young and old alike dive deeper into the bins here than the average Top40 listener and discover obscure gems. Owner Jan Gorter does not have to think long about his favourite: 'Neu! 2' by Neu, a Krautrock treasure from 1973 that he only discovered in the 1980s.
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Variaworld
Folkingestraat 12A - Variaworld is one of those shops where it is easy to linger longer than planned. The vinyl collection moves effortlessly from Fred Again to Kraantje Pappie and The Beatles. In between the records you will find posters, buttons and shirts, with a strikingly large role for K-pop: several cabinets and showcases are completely dedicated to it. A place to browse quietly and let yourself be surprised.
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Swingmaster
Pelsterstraat 20 - Swingmaster attracts both loyal older collectors and a new generation of vinyl fans who got the collecting bug from home. After 35 years on Kruitlaan, the shop has now been on Pelsterstraat for more than a decade. Known for jazz, soul and blues, but since the move, the pop vinyl selection has also grown considerably. A paradise for collectors and newcomers looking for their first find.
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