Over the course of the last 45 years, Birdland Record Store has seemed to stand the test of time. This local record store is known for its plethora of vinyls, CDs, posters, and t-shirts. As well as guitar lessons available for those interested in getting into music. Due to its wide variety of options for all music lovers, it seems to have remained a staple for Virginia Beach locals.
“Birdland has a great selection of rock, soul, country, punk, reggae, metal, and our specialty jazz and blues,” said the owners of birdland.music.
They not only have their wide selection of items, but they also have a variety of genres within all aspects of their merchandise. This attracts a widespread group of people that are all interested in different genres and subcultures within music.
Also featured at their store are a few overlooked products. Such as an assortment of turntable needles, stickers, and record care products. While promoting their love for music, they still manage to promote the proper care of your products and instruments. Birdland also urges their customers to show their love for music through creative decorations such as stickers.
When it comes to the products, they have never faltered, this shows to be true for their customer service as well. With few wavering opinions, the majority of their customers prove to have a positive experience every time they step through the door.
“I just visited Birdland Music for the first time and was treated like an old friend” stated a five-star review on yelp.com
This record store is known for its homely environment and its excellent hospitality. A plethora of reviews discuss the positive interactions various individuals have had with the staff and fellow customers.
When interviewed by Jim Roberts, the owner supported the description of this homely environment by stating that, “I hate to sound trite about it, but we’re more than a record store. We’re a hangout.”
I have never had a negative time when strolling through the aisles of Birdland Music. When a CD was not in stock, the owner promptly added it to their order and had it come in on the following friday. The CD arrived on time and was held until I arrived to buy it. They always ensure that there is something for everyone. If there isn’t, they fix it right away.
Upon arrival, you are greeted at the door by smiling faces and a different tune playing every time. While strolling through the records, my eye has caught many intriguing album covers, helping me to expand my music taste even further. Along with them catching my attention, the owners make sure to enlighten you on other albums you may enjoy if they don’t have the one you are looking for.
On the contrary, the only problem other customers seemed to have was that it was “not the easiest to navigate” and it was a “lot to shift through,” stated two anonymous customers on yelp.com.
With the possible lack of organization being the only issue, it only promotes you to sift through the records for even longer, attracting you to things you may have never thought to look for.
Overall, Birdland Record Store has proven to be the best place to purchase your favorite artists on vinyl and CD. With the welcoming environment and positive attitudes of every employee, the homely feel makes it the best local record store around. It has stood the test of time this long, and I expect it will for many years to come.
