An estimated 1,400 stores across the U.S. are taking part in this annual celebration of independent record stores—a tradition that’s been spinning since 2008. (Fun fact: the late Brian Faber, former owner of Zia Records, was one of Record Store Day’s original co-founders.)
More than a dozen shops across the Valley will join the party, with music fans lining up before dawn for a shot at scoring RSD 2025 exclusives. This year’s coveted releases include titles from Charli XCX, Rage Against the Machine, Gorillaz and Lil Uzi Vert. Taylor Swift is also dropping a white vinyl 7-inch of her 2024 track “Fortnight,” featuring Post Malone—a must-grab for Swifties and collectors alike.
What else is in store for Record Store Day 2025 on Saturday? Here’s a rundown of what to expect at Phoenix retailers.
Guitarist Michael Bruce from the original Alice Cooper band at Asylum Records in 2022.
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Asylum Records
2990 N. Alma School Road, #5, Chandler480-964-6301Asylum is gearing up for a full-throttle day of activities on Saturday, kicking off at 7 a.m. There will be meet-and-greets with Flotsam and Jetsam vocalist Eric "A.K." Knutson from 8 to 10 a.m. and original Alice Cooper band members Michael Bruce and Neal Smith from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Local hard rockets Escape the Hive will unleash an outdoor set in front of the store at 10 a.m., bringing the riffs loud and raw. Later, from 3 to 5 p.m., Phoenix mixologists Ashley and Matt Nestor of Crowded Funhouse will be slinging $5 mocktails. Asylum will also have sales and deals all day on a variety of items.
Candy & Records
9402 N. Central Ave., Suite 8A 602-312-4805Candy & Records co-owner Monika Golembiewski says the shop will be handing out goodie bags, offering a 10% discount on all used vinyl and hosting a raffle for “a really big prize.” They’ll also have “boxes and boxes” of RSD 2025 exclusives and special releases, plus a set from DJ Real Record Player (yes, that’s actually his moniker). Doors open at 11 a.m.
Deadwax Records
14175 W. Indian School Road, D1, Goodyear,602-456-1333Record Store Day can be pure chaos—which is why Deadwax Records in Gilbert has a detailed game plan to keep things running smoothly on Saturday. Shoppers must preregister for a time block and check in upon arrival, with entry order determined by check-in time. Miss your slot, and you’ll be admitted during the final 15 minutes of the early block. Walk-ins begin at 11 a.m. Patrons must follow the line of bins A to Z with no skipping ahead to the record you want. Only one copy per title is permitted and there are no discounts and absolutely no bad vibes allowed. Got all that?
Desert Grooves
393 W. Warner Road, #117, Chandler602-492-3507This all-vinyl emporium at Chandler’s Palm Court Centre opens at 6 a.m. on Record Store Day, featuring more than 250 exclusive RSD releases, including titles from Charli XCX, Gorillaz and Pharaoh Sanders. All used records in the store will be 25% off, excluding online inventory.
Grace Records
2200 E. Williams Field Road, #112, Gilbert480-534-0681Grace Records will offer a wide selection of Record Store Day titles, but a few ground rules will be in place to keep things smooth and fair. To prevent crowding and hoarding, only small groups will be allowed at each table at a time, and there’s a one-copy-per-person limit on all RSD releases. Shoppers can also score 10% off electronics and 15% off apparel throughout the day.
The 'In' Groove
3300 N. 24th St.602-957-2453The 'In' Groove will offer a solid lineup of RSD 2025 exclusives on Saturday, including Taylor Swift’s 7-inch single, Joni Mitchell’s “Live 1976 U.S. Tour” and the vinyl debut of Wu-Tang and Mathematics’ “Black Samson, The Bastard Sword.” Store hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The Record Room
2601 W. Dunlap Ave.602-460-0040The Record Room's owners admit they’ll have only “limited RSD stuff” on hand, but what they lack in exclusives, they’re making up for with a storewide 20% off sale. Everything else in the North Phoenix shop is fair game, from rare pressings to dusty gems you didn’t know you needed. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Rock This Town Records
732 E. Warner Road, Suite 101, Gilbert602-824-8484If you're hoping to snag Taylor Swift’s Record Store Day exclusive, this Gilbert shop owned by Jenn and Malcolm Michaels will have 50 copies of the 7-inch on hand. Arrive early for your shot at one, plus a Prince-inspired enamel pin designed by local artist Heart and Starr. Doors open at 9 a.m., with door prizes, giveaways and cupcakes also available.
Dario Miranda, who works for Stinkweeds Records, inspects a crate of used vinyls for resale at the store.
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Stinkweeds Records
12 W. Camelback Road602-248-9461Stinkweeds, which celebrates its 38th anniversary next month, is a Valley institution — and one of the liveliest shops in town to spend Record Store Day. Saturday’s festivities include a morning DJ set from Grassy Nöel and Bruce Skunk, a “Human Powered Photo Booth” with artists Jef Caine and Aileen Martinez, a button-making station and sticker giveaways from Hello Merch and Wastoids. Shoppers can browse more than 250 RSD titles and pick up commemorative T-shirts featuring artwork by Djents. The first 100 people in line will score a Stinkweeds goodie bag, including a pair of tickets to an upcoming Psyko Steve Presents concert. Store hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. There’s no parking available near the shop, so patrons are encouraged to use Valley Metro Rail.
Tracks in Wax
4741 N. Central Ave.602-274-2660Landmark Phoenix vinyl emporium Tracks in Wax will join the Record Store Day action with a curated selection of official titles and exclusives, including Taylor Swift’s much-hyped release. “We only got a few of them, though,” notes owner Timmy Stamper. Doors open at 10 a.m.
Uncle Aldo's Attic
6016 E. McKellips Road, Mesa480-218-1415Uncle Aldo’s Attic promises “lots of interesting RSD releases” and 10% off nearly everything storewide. Doors open at 10 a.m. If there’s a line, patrons will be admitted one at a time, with the option to selecting one copy of up to three official RSD titles.
Vinyl Record Dude
7701 E. Gray Road, #106, Scottsdale480-626-2436Nick Boor — the namesake dude behind this off-the-beaten-path shop — is prepping to move from his current location in a northeast Valley business park to a larger space near Scottsdale Road and Shea Boulevard. But first, he’ll celebrate one final Record Store Day at the original spot on Saturday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Boor will have boxes of official RSD titles, plus 10% off all used vinyl and deals on shirts, record cleaning kits and protective sleeves.
