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Reckless Records Loop

Reckless's Loop branch puts new and used records and CDs into a downtown itinerary, at its current South Wabash address.

Reckless Records Loop storefront at 33 S Wabash Ave in Chicago.
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Why it is worth visiting

Reckless in the Loop is the branch to use when the day's geography is downtown. The current shop is at 33 South Wabash, replacing the Madison Street address that persists in older accounts. Its inventory includes vinyl and CDs alongside other used media, and the shared website identifies copies by branch. That makes a targeted visit possible without assuming the three Chicago stores carry identical stock. For someone attending a downtown performance, the shop can be part of the same day rather than a separate trip to Wicker Park or Lakeview. Choose it for the convenience of the Loop, then inspect the used stock with the same attention you would give a longer destination browse.

What you will find

New and used vinyl, CDs, tapes, DVDs and games. Use the Loop branch label when searching Reckless's inventory online.

Genre strengths: Rock, Pop, Metal, Garage Rock, Rockabilly, Punk, Hardcore, Hip-Hop, Electronic, Soul, Jazz, Blues, Reggae, Latin, International, Folk, Country, Soundtracks, Classical, Goth, Progressive Rock, Psych, Experimental, Ambient

Buying and selling

Reckless purchases accepted records, CDs and other media. Contact the Loop store about collection size and buyer availability before bringing a large batch downtown.

Read the shop's buying instructions

Getting there

33 South Wabash Avenue in the Loop. Do not use the previous 26 East Madison address.

Local tips

Fit this branch into a downtown day, including a performance at the Chicago Theatre when relevant. Check branch availability before crossing town for an item listed by Reckless.

Make a day of it

Nearby live music

Keep the music going

More music. More stories. A longer tour.

About this guide

CouchLot researches store information using official sources, local reporting and collector communities. This is an independent guide to a third-party shop. Inventory and policies change. Check the shop's official source before making a special trip.

Last verified 2026-09-08.

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