Mystery Train — Attraction in Gloucester

This place is AMAZING. Mystery Train feels like it felt going into a record store in the late 80s. One of the last of a dying breed. I honestly wasn't sure places like this existed anymore. The store is huge, the selection ridiculously good, the prices excellent, and the staff are friendly. I can't wait to go back!

I have a want list that I keep on my phone and it's unusual for me to find more than 1 or 2 things from it (if I'm lucky) at any given store. I ended up finding many things from my list, some great jazz and prog LPs that I'd been hunting for some time, and paid much less than I expected. Next time I go I want to spend some more time going through the 45s and the CDs.

Also, a note for those wanting to shop during the pandemic, as I was: they enforce social distancing & mask wearing, and have hand sanitizer at many spots in the store. It's spacious and well-ventilated & I felt extremely safe shopping there....

Mystery Train is an absolute gem! With over 40 years in the business, it's clear that they know their stuff. Their inventory is massive, spanning everything from vinyl records to CDs and DVDs, making it a haven for collectors and music lovers alike. What really sets them apart is their exceptional service. Ryan, in particular, went above and beyond to help me find exactly what I was looking for, showing genuine passion and knowledge. Whether you're buying or selling, this place is a treasure trove of musical history. Can’t recommend it enough—definitely a must-visit for anyone who appreciates quality...

I I think this place is rather large. I come here at least every year with my brother-in-law and he buys records for actual money. But I love taking him here because they have a whole wall of free music that I like to peruse while my brother-in-law is looking for actually good music. So I just flipped through a bunch of records looking for fun covers or anything I actually heard of. I'm not a big music fan. But the free wall makes this an entertaining place for me to come with him. But I look forward to...