In a world where streaming music has taken over, these record shops make you feel like you're back in the good old days.

Most music fans today use streaming services like Spotify or Apple Music to listen to their favorite songs. Still, there are some good things about listening to your favorite music on vinyl.

Even though our culture loves nostalgia, vinyl albums aren't going away anytime soon. Playlists on Spotify are great, but there's something special about going through record bins and talking to shop employees to find new music.

There are a lot of great record stores in Delaware for people who love music and like to listen to records. These Delaware stores keep history alive by selling everything from oldies to new metal and pop music.

1. International Groove Records, Newark

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The Newark newbie is all about music from all over the world. Its goal is to be a friendly place where people can share music and find new artists. 

With a buy-sell-trade business model, the stock is constantly changing, so you're likely to find something new every time you come in.

2. Wonderland Records, Newark

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This record store at the end of Newark's main street has been a mainstay of the neighborhood since 1972. The oldest record store in Delaware has a lot of titles, which are arranged alphabetically and not by genre. 

At first glance, the area looks a little crazy because it has more than 12,500 books, a full-service recording studio, and a smoking shop.

The decor includes pieces made by local artists and vinyl records that the owner turned into hanging decorations. Even the tiles on the floor are made of vinyl LPs.

They said they don't want these pieces of vinyl to end up in a landfill, where they would be kept for thousands of years. About two of these broken albums hanging from the ceiling are sold weekly.

3. Goodboy Vinyl, Wilmington

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At 2604 Kirkwood Highway in Wilmington, Goodboy Vinyl buys, sells, and trades not only vinyl records but also CDs, cassettes, and other things. 

This is one of the must-visit record stores in the First State. It has a wide range of music, a good business model, and a constantly changing stock.

4. Rainbow Records, Newark

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Melissa Forsythe is a big part of the Delaware music scene. She also owns and operates Rainbow Records in Newark. 

The store at 218 East Main Street in Newark is well organized and has a lot of new music. The company also works to promote the local music scene and community. 

There is a lot of music here from various genres and time periods. No matter what you're looking for, you're sure to find something you like on these shelves.

5. SqueezeBox Records, Wilmington

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SqueezeBox was introduced in 2017 and quickly became a favorite in the Wilmington area. In addition to records and CDs, SqueezeBox at 1901 West 11th Street in Wilmington has a great selection of tour gear and other unique items.

SqueezeBox has even worked with Wilmington Brew Works to make a beer called "Deep Grooves," which is a good name. The business is known for always having the newest releases in stock, and it's very active on social media, letting fans know what's new.

Final Thoughts

So there you have it, music lovers: your ultimate guide to Delaware's top 5 record stores. Whether you're a vinyl fanatic or just looking to discover new tunes, these local hot spots have you covered. 

So why wait? Get out there and start digging for some musical treasures in Delaware!