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Cactus Music
Record Store
Houston
"careful and look at the record for scratches."(5 Tips)
"Check out an afternoon performance and grab a St. Arnold's beer."(4 Tips)
"Best place to be for Record Store Day if you come early."(2 Tips)
"Awesome staff, tons of free live music + free beer on weekends!"(2 Tips)
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CultureMap HoustonDecember 6, 2011Houston record lovers went into deep depression when this indie shop abruptly shut down in 2006. But it was reincarnated better than ever to a new location in Shepherd Plaza in 2007.
Best place to be for Record Store Day if you come early. They really control the chaos and give everyone a fair chance to get what they want.
Houston PressDecember 12, 20122012 Best of Houston Winner: Best T-Shirt Store.Check out more Houston Press Winners here:- Best record store in the city. A Houston institution! Awesome staff, tons of free live music + free beer on weekends!
Jeff ColwellApril 8, 2019Absolutely amazing record shop with a friendly, knowledgeable staff. Mandatory.- Also they have a pretty tight collection of other things like day of the dead stuff by a local artist, tshirts, posters and box sets
A Texas institution. You can listen to LPs over the sound system to figure out what you want.- Best place to find both indie and old stuff. I got a young girls album AND a till Tuesday (Aimee manns old band) album.
cat5 magazineDecember 13, 2012While you're here, pick up a copy of We Were Wolves' Shrimpy 7-inch, the first release on Wrong Side of Texas Records, a Beaumont-based label Read more
Joe COctober 9, 2010First time I went amazing environment, really cool that they hold secret shows :) most def will visit more often
Kenny B.February 3, 2011Really good prices on vinyl's. Check out their buy 1 get 5 free deal on records.
Free beer from St. Arnold's Brewery at all in-store performances.- DesignBiggerApril 16, 2011Check out an afternoon performance and grab a St. Arnold's beer. Happy Record Store Day!
- Go dive into their dollar bin but be careful and look at the record for scratches. I found a copy of a Pat Benatar album but it kept skipping on "Heartbreaker." Not good.
Buy some vinyl! But watch out, it could become an obsession...
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Independent music store in Houston,Tx with over 30 years experience in keeping the music alive one album at a time. Be sure to check our website for weekly free in-store performances from local, regional, & national acts. Free beverage service provided by Saint Arnold's Brewing Company.
Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Sun
- Noon–7:00 PM
(713) 526-9272
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"Best record store in Houston, and great prices to boot! Be prepared to find something you can’t live without. Super friendly and knowledgeable staff."
Jay Lo - 8.6
"Really cool record store with a solid indie / rock selection (but not much punk rock)!"
Shah - 7.4
"Great assortment of new & pre-loved vinyl. Check out the hidden gems in the bargain basement (head straight to the back) for $2."
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"Great staff, fresh food, customize to the T! Dark meat chicken bowl with loads of veggies and fresh lime juice, can't forget the death sauce!!"
Kat F - 8.8
"Homemade Ice cream here were fresh and rich in flavour. Mexican vanilla ice cream was impressive. Highly recommend this shop."
Dann - 7.0
"Great bartenders, banter and a patio!"
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