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Good Records

Neighborhood: East Dallas & Lakewood

9026 Garland Rd., TX, 75206 Map It
214-752-4663

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The record store with its racks covered in yellow paint and colored light bulbs puts up a stage in the back cranny that usually holds a listening center when local bands have a CD release party or when touring bands want a more intimate showcase.

Best Of Dallas Observer® Awards
  • 2025 Best Record Label
  • 2022 Best Vinyl Record Store
  • 2021 Best Vinyl Record Store
  • 2020 BEST VINYL RECORD STORE
  • 2019 Best Record Store
  • 2018 Best Vinyl Record Store
  • 2017 Best Record Store Stage
  • 2017 BEST VINYL RECORD STORE
  • 2016 Best Record Store
  • 2015 Best Place to Get a Pre-Show Buzz
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