# The Vinyl District

> Record store directory and music community app. (iPhone/iPad app by Jonathan L Meyers.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-vinyl-district/id478314117 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jonathan L Meyers](https://appshunter.io/developer/478314120)
- Category: Music
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 41 App Store ratings · 93 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 45 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-11-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-vinyl-district/id478314117/reviews.md

## What is The Vinyl District?

Brick and mortar—in pixels, on the go. Keep up with the editorial content TVD offers, and find out where that hard-to-find record store is...wherever you are, hit the "All Stores" icon and find a record store near you! Know of a store that's just opened, or one that's closed or moved? Help us out and contribute...We're all in it together.

We're the original record store finder app in the United States! The Vinyl District does it all day, every day. We live it, and so do you. Reach us directly at info@thevinyldistrict.com.

FEATURES:

- NEW: Fully searchable keyword store search. You can now use the original geo-location search method or search by keyword: city, state, zip code - whatever you'd like!
- Keep up with The Vinyl District blog.
- Record store directory, which geo-locates the nearest locations and allows you to search for others.
- In-app social network to discuss music, and follow your record buying friends.
- Events calendar to know about all of the periodic record fairs taking place throughout the year.

## Key features

- Record store directory
- Geo-location store search
- Keyword store search
- Editorial content access
- Events calendar
- In-app music discussion

## What do users think of The Vinyl District?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 📍 Great for finding record stores
- 🌍 Useful for travel
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Good concept
- 🗺️ Map view available
- ⭐ Indispensable tool
- 💯 Works as promised
- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- ✨ Helpful for collectors
- ✅ Well designed

**Cons**

-  outdated Information
-  crashes frequently
- ads are annoying
- UI is not intuitive
- social features underdeveloped
- limited coverage (e.g., Canada)
- navigation can be difficult
- slow to load
- icon is hideous
- not always accurate

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Cannot open app
- App continually crashes upon opening
- App hangs
- App doesn't load or work
- App had all but stopped working
- Takes ages to load and then doesn't open
- Latest version is buggy
- App does not boot up
- Map is a bit wonky
- Notifications appear but message cannot be seen
- Cannot go back once a follower/shout is selected
- Add location button does not respond

**Most requested features**

- Ability to set a location to find stores near
- Search function to plan trips
- Input start and end locations to show stores along the route
- More reviews of stores
- Stores to provide write-ups about their specialization
- Social media integration
- More editorial content
- Links to musicology sites
- Link with a vinyl marketplace
- Dark mode option
- Advanced search filters (radius, genre)
- CD store listings
- Characterization of store inventory (genre checklist)
- Ability to save favorite Vinyl District city
- Fix navigation issues (back button)
- Improve UI
- Update store information

## Recent user reviews (10 of 93)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-vinyl-district/id478314117/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great Travel Buddy!

*2019-05-11, version 5.57.7*

I like this app a lot! I always use this when I travel to see what record stores are in whatever city I happen to be in. When talking with other music nerds I always mention this as indispensable.

### 3/5 — Good but not great

*2018-06-27, version 5.57.7*

I do like the app for finding record stores near you. 
Problem I find is that you can not set a location to find stores near. I have been doing some traveling and day trips. I would like to be able to before my trip out in a location, find the stores near there and then plan my trip accordingly but instead I have to drive to the town and then open the app to find the stores. 

Would also be nice if u could put in a start and end location and have the app show u all the stores along the route

### 4/5 — Helpful site

*2018-04-16, version 5.57.7*

I have used this when traveling and it is good overall.When I was going through Portland one of the two had moved locations .I found Holy Cow records in Seattle using the app.Overall it is very useful and I would recommend it.

### 3/5 — Good, not great

*2018-04-15, version 5.57.7*

It’s a good app. Convenient to find record stores in the vicinity of your current location. The biggest improvement needs to be a search function. So you can plan to visit locations outside of your current area. Research stores in cities where you might be headed in the future.

### 2/5 — Wrong info

*2017-11-24, version 5.57.7*

Numerous Locations closed

### 5/5 — Great app, why the fuss...

*2017-09-29, version 5.57.7*

...about social media? Go to Facebook and post stupid pictures of your kids and food if you are that addicted.  One reviewer said there wasn’t any editorial content... er, wrong, Buffalo Breath!  I know Jon personally and this app has found a bit of good music (I have eclectic tastes in tunage) and all in all it’s a good app.

-Frankie “Curmudgeon” O’Boyle

### 5/5 — Essential

*2017-09-22, version 5.57.7*

This app, has got me into some amazing shops all over the world. I would not have found them without it.

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2017-07-16, version 5.57.7*

Great resource for the record digger. Particularly like the vinyl record fair / show feature.

### 5/5 — Cool

*2017-06-04, version 5.57.7*

Awesome app

### 5/5 — Best record store app.

*2017-05-16, version 5.57.7*

I use this all the time!

## Frequently asked questions about The Vinyl District

### What does The Vinyl District app do?

The Vinyl District app helps you find record stores, both near your current location and in other areas using keyword searches. It also provides access to editorial content, an events calendar for record fairs, and an in-app social network for discussing music.

### How do I find record stores with this app?

You can find record stores using the app's geo-location search to see nearby locations, or by using the keyword search feature. You can search by city, state, zip code, or other keywords to find specific stores.

### Is The Vinyl District app free to use?

Yes, the application is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description.

### Can I contribute information about record stores?

Yes, the app encourages community contributions. You can help by reporting stores that have recently opened, closed, or moved, ensuring the directory remains up-to-date for everyone.

### What kind of content can I find on The Vinyl District blog?

The app allows you to keep up with The Vinyl District's blog, which offers editorial content related to music and the vinyl community. This content complements the store finding and community features.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.0.7 — 2026-08-17

- New content changes
- Build improvements

### 6.0.2 — 2023-09-15

- New content changes.
- Build improvements.

### 6.0.1 — 2022-09-02

- New screenshots.
- New design.

### 5.57.7 — 2017-02-14

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Minor bug fixes.

### 5.52.6 — 2015-11-25

- Push notifications update.
- New app icon.

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