Record Stores in Maryland

Maryland's record stores, many of them in or near Baltimore, punch well above their weight. Baltimore's soul, R&B, and club music heritage gives local stores depth in those genres that you won't find in many comparably sized cities. The proximity to Washington DC adds a commuter collector community that shops on both sides of the state line. Maryland stores tend to be community-focused, with regulars who've been coming for years and staff who remember your tastes. Worth seeking out on any mid-Atlantic vinyl tour.