Mississippi Records

Definitely a small store, but the selection is pure gold. There’s a lot of records I had a hard time putting down and walking away from, but at the end of the day, I had found the treasure I had went to find. I had just gotten a record player and have been eagerly waiting to listen to Bright Eyes on vinyl… I had almost left disappointed but right as I was going to walk out the door I stumbled upon the holy grail… a Bright Eyes 5 vinyl box set. I will definitely be returning for all those records I left behind too. Friendly service that doesn’t annoy you while you browse.

Not the biggest record store I’ve ever been to, but in spite and partly because of that, just maybe the best. This place is so impressive. Frequently rotating selection of rare discoveries and tougher-​to-​find favorites alike. Sweet stereo gear too, and to top it off the owner is a rad person who treats every customer like a friend. May it forever be a North Portland staple.

Stopped in here on my way to Mississippi, and this is a nice little place to check out on a lazy afternoon. A bit musty and dusty on the inside, but it reminds me of the days when my parents would take me to record stores looking for fresh vinyl.
I dig their selection, and there is a large emphasis on punk and rock. There seems to be too many record stores in Portland that focus on softer stuff, and I love to find a store that has a decent selection of harder stuff. Ended up picking up the remastered version of Joy Division’s «Unknown Pleasures», which is one of my favorite albums that I had yet to purchase on vinyl.
Prices are about right for a typical record store, and they only accept cash so make sure to get some before coming here. They have a decent dollar bin, and it’s fun to dig through looking for treasure.

There’s no better place in town for soul and funk records. Make sure to dig around in those 45 boxes. There are a ton of gems in there.

Glowing reviews on Unilocal,but I just don’t get it.
It’s tiny, has a small selection, and is cash only.
I suppose if you are looking for local Portland records, obscure Jazz/​blues/​folk, then this place might be right for you.
The employees seemed really nice.

this place is great. I hesitate to use the word «intimate,» but it is how the space felt to me as I was perusing their collection. storefront is on the smaller side but the well organized records and players in the corners really maximize the space. they play good music, staff lets you do your thing amongst the bins while also being friendly and approachable when you need some pointers. definitely be back!

Really unique selection. Pretty much everything sold here is really good. They also release records from their own label. Best place to look for 45s. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.

A little out of the way, but Mississippi is definitely worth checking out. They have a huge selection of jazz and blues, but also well-​curated rock, indie, etc. sections. For the rock and indie sections, I noticed a lot of the records were reissues. However, they seemed to be harder to find reissues from Europe.
Their 7″ section is in a nice case that is super easy to browse. I wasn’t able to find anything first time around but I’m sure I could find stuff here on a regular basis if I lived in Portland.

Carrie Brownstein and Fred Armisen should develop a Portlandia skit around this place and its starry-​eyed patrons. Oy.
I was so excited to visit Mississippi Records after reading the gushing Unilocal reviews. After visiting, I came away flummoxed. This is a tiny hole in the wall with a rather narrow selection of used vinyl. If you’re looking for (really) obscure and independent, or local, music, then I suppose this would be your cup of tea, but even then it’s a cramped postage stamp of a store that wasn’t comfortable to shop in.
Also they don’t accept cash, so I ended up putting records back that I didn’t have paper dollars for. I know it’s the indie-​counterculture-​put-​a-​bird-​on-​it thing to not accept cash, but it gets kind of old. Can I just run my debit card, please? It’s a win-​win: I will be able to buy more and you will get more of my money.

If I lived in Portland, this place would take ½ my paycheck!
I found some amazing soul and funk records, rare DIY jems, and fun novelties. What I love about this shop is how carefully it appears to be curated. I honestly found record after record of the most amazing artists. I wanted to take them all home, but finally decided I had to make some cuts. The atmosphere is very inviting and friendly which only made me want to stay longer and look at and listen to EVERYTHING!
Kudos to the owners and staff. You guys have an unique and wonderful place :) I will be back!

MR Is the keystone of an amazing corner, paired with PMOMA in the basement, sweedeedee on the left and the grocer across the street, it feels like a really great spot. Eric of MR is a genius, the effort that he and the staff out into the record selection, cassette series and new and ongoing projects is genuine and noticeable. Selection is excellent, and price is very very fair, only a matter of whether or not you’ll be the one to spot a choice first and walk out the door with it.

Wide selection of vinyls from every genre you could possibly want. They have hard to find records that are really cheap and in great condition. A lot of them are promo records, so they are even cheaper! From older records like Biz Markie to newer records for regular price. Super cool spot with a cool vibe and interesting décor.

The record store that all other stores want to grow up to be. The store that the second I walk in the door I feel at home, warm, pleased, comfortable. It’s worn in like an old leather jacket. The LPs section is always great. Bring Cash and tons of it, you are going to need it.
One of the best stores in the world and it’s just a few hours away from Seattle. Portland has many great record stores, but this is the first stop.

This place is awesome. I just moved to Seattle a few months ago and have no reservations about making the three hour drive to visit Mississippi. Eric is super helpful and recommended a stack of LPs that currently refuse to leave my heavy rotation pile. If you’re into sublime frequencies, you’re in the right place. There are plenty of bizarre garage comps and exquisite finds to keep even the most ardent music enthusiast occupied for days. I pretty much won’t go anywhere else.

We lost our record collection in a fire over a year ago and were excited to do some record shopping on a trip to Portland. We had set a budget for ourselves and met the budget way too easily at Mississippi Records… there were so many great albums!
It’s a very small store, with a wonderful selection. It was hard to not spend a ton more!

Records were the first sound reproduction ever invented by Thomas Edison in 1877. Just think of all the cool speeches and talks by people we think of as famous, going back into history, that were never recorded! Since we have had wire recorders, reel, 8-​track and cassette tape, DAT, minidisks, CD’s, MP3-​digital, torrents, iTunes, Spotify-​Pandora, Soundcloud and more. What Google teaches is that what is important is not collecting, but finding.
Mississippi records are the best curators in Portland in their specialized genres. That’s international, early blues, ethnographic recordings, and a few others. They have a huge collection of 7″. Very obscure stuff like Daniel Johnston and CAN box sets. Moondog 10″.
They have their own line of releases, including working with Sahel Sounds. They have a series of their own cassette tape compilations. There is also a home made mixtape trading spot. Bring one, take one.
They have a steady supply of vintage turntables, speakers and receivers mid priced.
And of course they have vinyl listening stations.
While your interests and theirs may or may not overlap, you can rest assured that where they do, Mississippi Records has found the best and most unusual releases.

Portland has many music stores that sell records, CDs, and even cassettes. I decided to check out this record store since it was within walking distance from the house I was staying in.
They have a huge selection of vinyl, international records, hip-​hop, punk, blues, etc. They also sell used turntables/​record players. I found an Otis Redding record and a $ 2 copy of Sinatra’s Swing Music for Lovers. This shop is worth checking out! Don’t forget to bring cash!

NEW ADDRESS! 5205 N. Albina
They should be open already. Call ahead.

If you find yourself on Mississippi then drift into Mississippi Records. It is a small but great shop. I found a Jacques Brel album here for only $ 6 and a Free Design album as well! Tons of great records here from Jazz to French Pop to Indie, Folk, etc etc. Prices are super reasonable here. plus the tax free shopping is ultra rad! The staff are so sweet in here and so is the large cat that owns the shop! I forgot his name but if I wasn’t allergic I would of played with him a bit.
Anyhoo, we scored on records here and aside of this gem there are so many other great small shops on this street. More boutiques a little more higher in price but it’s all great stuff. For more vintage hit up the Hawthorne District.

With every thorn (Everyday Music) there is a Rose (Miss Records.)
LOVE this place. All vinyl with FAIR prices and good selection. We go here for all our Brazilian records. They have connection and just keep hooking us up with Caetano Veloso records.
Pretty much rad for all things music. Even got a good deal and record player and the staff is nice. Bad news is that it’s cash only. That might be a good thing ’cause Beth Willie could go crazy in this joint.
If you have music friends from out of town, go here and they’ll score something.