

In the age of streaming services, a devoted following still remains for vinyl. These include open mics and jazz jams held on the wooden stage that he built against the east wall of the shop. He also hosts a number of live music events. Owner John Dunning is a laidback gent who can give you a great deal of wisdom about the music industry and record collecting. Located next door to Current Studio, which houses Factory Obscura art collective’s immersive Shift art installation, the store is booming with new customers. One of these is Trolley Stop Record Shop, which recently relocated to the former Penn Theater in the burgeoning Classen Ten Penn neighborhood. These mom-and-pop shops are staffed by business-minded music aficionados who are staunch supporters of all forms of music.

In a city whose music culture is so strong, it’s no wonder that local record stores are thriving. These local, mom and pop establishments are owned and operated by devoted music fans who want to share their passion with the community.

If you love the idea of scouring through bins and crates filled with vinyl records, you’ll be happy to know that Oklahoma City still has some excellent record stores.
