Gramaphone Records

Gramaphone has operated since 1969, but the important part of that history for a collector is its later role in Chicago's DJ and dance-music world. House, techno, hip-hop, drum and bass, disco and Italo records give the present selection a clear direction. The 12-inch single is part of the working vocabulary here, not an unusual format tucked away from LPs. Equipment and DJ activity extend the connection beyond retail stock, with official streams offering another way to hear the shop's musical interests. Choose Gramaphone for a focused dance-record visit in Lakeview. Reckless on Belmont supplies a broader-format complement nearby, while Gramaphone deserves time for the labels, mixes and particular versions that distinguish one dance pressing from another.

Dance vinyl, especially 12-inch singles across house, techno, disco, hip-hop and related styles, plus DJ equipment.

2843 North Clark Street in Lakeview. Reckless on West Belmont is nearby for a second, broader record-and-CD stop.

Bring mix and label details for a specific dance release. Pair Gramaphone with Reckless Lakeview if the list also includes CDs or music outside the dance selection.