Reviews of Papa Jazz Record Shoppe. (Musical Store) in Columbia (South Carolina).

Papa Jazz Record Shoppe

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Musical store

Music store

2014 Greene St, Columbia, SC 29205, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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ASHLEY BURT

Great service and selection. They can/will order anything you need and most of the time arrives in just a few business days. Limited parking because it's in 5 points, and not for the claustrophobic, the place is small and has records everywhere. Best place in Columbia for vinyl, hands down.

Seth Yeun

I was very happy that one of the employees was knowledgeable on music from and relating to the Goth subculture! I picked up quite a few CDs and will definitely be back for more. Employees are nice and the music that plays in store was enjoyable as well.

Chris Mixon

A beloved local institution that’s been doing it right for 40+ years. The most recent releases and, bar none, the best used selection I’ve ever seen. Staffed by legitimate music fans and musicians alike, these folks know what they’re doing. If they don’t have it and can get it for you, they will. If you see something used that goes up on their daily posts, call them, they’ll hold it for you. The alluring smell of decades old vinyl? They’ve got it 🙂Everything you could possibly want in a used record store. Truly a treasure. Highest recommendation.

kevin raynard

Unfortunately yet another disappointing experience as they have been sucked into the "vinyl revival" along with it's silly pricing. Quite funny as a lot of their bins still say " most records under $5". If you can find one less than $8 you have done well! And if you do it's a $1 record in reality. Honest guys $8 & $10 for common garden average records is out of order. At least it is for this fella! New record pricing is on on par with everyone else but your used stuff( rock anyway) is too much. Been twice, will not be a third trip.

Brian Poust

Let's begin with the conclusion. I love this record shop. Record stores come in different shapes and styles. Some specialize in one thing heavily, some have all of the charm you might expect from a corporate chain, while others don't appear to hold any values at all. In so many ways, there's no mistaking that Papa Jazz has been around since 1980. That it has endured since 1980 should tell you that it's an institution that has weathered the ups and downs of the favored format of the store - the vinyl record. Papa Jazz stocks most anything. Primarily a second hand store, it has expanded to new releases/reissues to keep up with market trends, but the magic within those walls is the used selection. Within that, you'll find why the store really draws in both serious, seasoned record collectors and the more curious and adventurous among new collectors. What's that? Great records that weren't hits. Sure - the classic titles are there and you can find them at prices fair enough that you may question why you have a Discogs account at all. But keep digging. You'll find that a knowledgeable staff has the desire to turn you on to left field and fringe artists who you may not have considered previously, or even known about. Avant Garde Jazz? Yep. Prog? You betcha. Some outlaw, border-line psycho country singer from the most rural of 1970s America? Maaaaayybe? It's a record store that in my estimation is a dying breed. Are there cleaner record stores on Earth? Sure. Are you going to knock your head on a piece of their HVAC unit? Possibly. I have - more than once. There's a sign to warn you though, so it's on you when it happens. But if you want an accommodating space with serious knowledge behind the counter, when you're ready to get your friend that Fleetwood Mac classic they want on vinyl and THEN turn them onto the Eric Dolphy record they NEED, well, Papa Jazz is the exact place for you. I could go on. And on. But when you're a USC student at the beginning of your life's adventure, you're in town for whatever brings you to Columbia, or you just want to see what a record shop looks like when it's run by people who care about what they're doing, Papa Jazz comes with my highest recommendation. Get your knees dirty with the crates on the floor. Ask an employee what they're digging right now. Tell your yuppie parents to go walk around Five Points while you expand your horizons. Just understand there's something for you to find, something for you to learn, when you shop at Papa Jazz Record Shoppe.

Kevin Oliver

I've been shopping at Papa Jazz for 35 years and never been disappointed in the selection and the surprising finds. Even in the vinyl revival we're in these days, it's not hard to find affordable, good stuff in the bins.

Blind Rage

Truly a wonderful place to dig for used vinyl with great prices, a welcoming friendly staff and all of the old school record shop vibes of my youth. A must stop on every trip through SC.

Kendra Miller

Houston curated a great selection of CDs for my brother who's in a nursing home. I didn't know the era and my brother was quite happy with it. Thanks Houston!

Tex Ramone

Love this place - super clean, everything is easy to find, staff is really helpful. Scored a really sweet Bauhaus album here.

E.M. ESSER

This store is the best. Never an issue and always layed back. By far it actually is the best record store in the south east hands down!!! Just came back into town and this was the first place I checked on to see what's up!!

tom parks

Taking the kids to a 'record store' was so much fun. Very nostalgic for me. There's just not enough of these places around anymore.

Jim L.

The best place to get vinyl in the Cola area. They have a wide selection to choose from. I have been going to Papa Jazz for over 20 years for my music and they haven't changed a bit. They also carry CDs if you're not into vinyl. They sell everything from pop, metal, hip-hop, and, most importantly, local artists. The people that work there are great and are always willing to help. Do like me and go to Papa Jazz and get lost looking for albums you didn't even know you needed.

Dave Pcolar

A well stocked and curated collection of vinyl and CDs. Great location. A must for any vinyl collector!

Keltsey Jacob

Intimate shop with great selection. Staff is knowledgeable, and cares about providing quality vinyl, etc. Would recommend a visit to this local favorite!

e mckelvey

The only thing I can say is that Papa Jazz is constantly the best record store that I have ever been to. The selection is always great and the used section is always fairly priced and very conservatively graded for the better. What some stores call VG+ Papa Jazz will grade it a VG or a VG- and ask a very fair price. I buy from a bunch of different places but most of my collection has come from Papa.

Rory Bowman

cutest little shop! love the vibe and had very kind employees. Very pleasant experience. They have older artists as well as new and all organized in alphabetical order. Looking forward to coming back!

Connie Dowdy Campbell

They are awesome! Very helpful in locating what I was looking for. Friendly staff & great prices.

Need4Gweed

Great place to discover new and old vinyl. Friendly and helpful staff

lennongrad13

Great store! With a wide selection of new and used records!

Carl Hilton

I grew up going to record shops like this. I like digging in racks and crates for the good stuff. I like buying local first. They can usually find about 75% of what I'm looking for. Their trade prices are fair, their purchase prices are reasonable. Special orders usually arrive next day, and they are reasonably priced as well. The staff is knowledgeable and fun to talk to. Parking can be dicey during the weekdays, but you can usually find a spot. Never had a problem on the weekend.

J.D. Ross

Easily the best record store in the midlands. Selection isn’t the widest, but I’ve found many great albums here over the years. Always pay a visit when I’m in five points

Hilda DiBenedetto

Great selection of new and old

YBM saga

When walking in the staff was very chill and nice, me and my aunt was just browsing the store because it had so many records, cds, cassettes, and DVDs, They have a wide selection of records cds etc. This is the one record store that u actually want to go to.

G T

1st time to visit. Great selection and really helpful staff. I will be back !

Brooks Robinson

Super cool record store, perfectly located in Five Points. For any USC students into vinyl, great place to get good deals. Super close to campus too if you're on campus.

I.DIG.WAX.

A great record store. They had a. great CD selection which is mostly what I buy. Didn't really get a chance to look through the vinyl. I liked the old school vibe and music that was playing while I was there, which ranged from electronic music to The Commodores. The staff was extremely nice, personable, and interested in talking music. One of the best record stores I've been to all around.

Bob Johnson

Papa Jazz is a great place to find almost any album that you are looking for. With a huge selection of used vinyl , you can find anything from the obscure to most current artists. Definitely a great place to find music and hard to get albums and more.

Jim Little

One of America's finest LP & CD stores. New and used items, and some music DVDs. Also has 10+ bargain crates of used LPs for $1, among them are some fine ones.

Thomas Richburg

Genuinely one of my favorite places in Cola. The staff has always been willing to talk music and to give me solid recommendations. They've remembered me by name and face consistently since I started going there a year and a half ago. If they don't have an album you want, they can often order it for you, and I've had no problems doing so any of the times that I've ordered. I'd recommend Papa Jazz to anyone into records in the area. It's too good of an atmosphere and they're too good people not to be aware of.

Callie PlainJANE Ives (FLYINSOLO)

Pretty much every vinyl you could ask for here along with friendliness and courtesy. Great place to buy or sell different types of music merchandise.

Patrick Means

Pretty neat shop and had lots of records. Personally I didn’t find many electronic vinyls which was pretty disappointing. However my roommate found some songs he liked which means they got some good stuff. I’d happy to be proven wrong or see them increase their electronic stocks. Some of the artist I went looking for and couldn’t find where Clams Casino, Flume, Lorn, and Petit biscuit.

Lucas Green

Pretty cool place, although it kinda creeper me out. The music they on the speakers was way too loud and sounded like some weird chanting. Unnerving but nice selection, though it could be sorted to more easily find what you need.

Chelsea Hughes

I love coming here and searching through the collection of vinyls. I always find such awesome stuff. I've thoroughly enjoyed finding old records that I used to listen to with my grandparents as a child. I highly recommend this place. They'll even order stuff for you if they don't have it in store. They ordered an album for me and had it there 2 days later!

Dan Houston

Columbia institution. The best record store in the state.

Bill Louks

Wonderful staff, great selection of new and old. These people really know their stuff, and the pricing is fair. I was just calling out albums off my want list, and knew what they had memorized. I was amazed. I highly recommend this shop.

Sharon Tramell

Great little shop! They care about their safety and customer safety. Offered a mask if I didn't have one and hand sanitizer our hands when we came in at out appointment time. Employees were super helpful and wore masks too. I will definitely come back.and support this business.

Krissy

Papa Jazz is an awesome shop for music and movies! They even have vinyl records too! You can also shop for CD's and DVD's as well! If you are looking for a particular item and it's not available in-store they will order it for you right then and there which is very convenient! I love the employees hospitality and kindness as well! I definitely recommend Papa Jazz for all of your entertainment needs!😁

Jillian Holmes

The selection at Papa Jazz is absolutely unbeatable compared to most other stores in the area selling records. There’s boxes and crates of records everywhere you look, and they have so many different eras and genres of music it’s impossible to leave empty-handed. The store setup can get a little tight when there’s high traffic but it’s a small store so you gotta work with what you got. The staff is always extremely friendly and enthusiastic about all the music! I’ll come browse records here just to get away from my problems lol.

John Bliss

This is hard to gauge for me because I'm not the average music buyer. They didn't have very much that I really wanted. New releases that they had, I can get anywhere. The one highlight was RSD leftovers. They surprisingly had a bunch. I already got the titles I wanted most online though, but if you're looking go hit them up before resorting to flippers. They do buy used records which is cool. Most prices were competitive but the Wilco box was 10 bucks over average price (Amazon is 89 as is others with discounts). I did not look at the Jazz section as I only like a few things and I have what I want mostly. Bottom line is if you like newer artists and buy CDs or vinyl , you'll like it for sure. Rock n Roll collectors, I would temper my expectations. The rating is for overall including for the average consumer. Hand sanitizer!!

Caitlin Buckhaults

Great local record shop that has been in business for a long, long time. You can get brand new records or used ones, including some finds in the $5 or less boxes if you are really hunting hard. I've had a couple of bad experiences with the owner, but the staff has always been A+++. They always have a great music selection, are quick to find out if they can get ahold of something rare or out of stock, know a bit about record labels and the music industry in general and are always helpful. The prices are the best that you can find in town - definitely worth a stop if you are a vinyl lover.

Jonathan Dusenbury

I've been shopping here for 32 years. The staff has always been friendly, knowledgeable, and outgoing to make sure you found what you came for. If they don't have it, they can generally order it and have it in stock within a couple of days. They are one of the very few shops that accurately grade their used vinyl, and are very fair in their trade buying and selling.

Jonathon Alvey

Great selection of new and used records! Could use a good going through, because you really have to dig to find some gems. The staff are extremely knowledgeable and helpful so that makes the searce a little easier. Please support this local mainstay in Columbia

Mark Arnold

I have been a loyal patron at this Shoppe for years. The service, selection and atmosphere are from a by-gone era. They treat you like family and get to know your tastes in music, film and always come through with special orders or requests. One of the finest stores in Columbia with a knowledgeable, friendly staff. I wouldn't shop for media anywhere else.

Addie Baker

This was a great record store. Very small but a lot of good records. Used originals and new represses. Was my first time there and I will be back.

Eidan

Very quaint little shop, I'd highly recommend it. Good selection from vintage to new releases. There were things released as new as a few weeks ago in the new arrivals section. Very friendly staff. Pricing is about average for records, but the vintage records are cheap and I saw plenty of new ones under $20.

Carlee Sizemore

I was looking for a very specific album/cover art for my husband’s birthday. Not only did Alex not laugh at my absurd specificity, he checked in with me the next day to let me know that they found a new copy and then the day after that to let me know that a vintage copy just walked through the door. I’m super impressed with the level of service I received as a first time customer and am happy to continue to support a gem of a small business.

Brandon Worthy

The best record shop in Columbia. Hands down. Reminds me of small shops I found through Philadelphia, very kind staff, they’ll help you out with anything you need and I’ve had friends tell me they’ll even order something for you if they can. Very big selection despite it being a very small shop. I love everything about this place

Cord Nipper

Best selection of used vinyl I've seen in years. Store is a bit cramped but that's part of the attraction. Reminds me of the used record stores of my youth. Staff is very helpful and went out of their way to make sure I was taken care of.

Victor Loar

This place is awesome and the people that run it are awesome as well. I needed to find a hard to find CD and the great folks there were not only able to find it for me but got it for me in one day for a great price. I went to Columbia to the location and it was a gold mine of vinyl and CDs and tapes a real music store from yesteryear. The fine people at this record store will find you anything you need well worth the trip.

Michael Evans

Great store with huge selection of used vinyl. CD collection isn't near the size or quality as their vinyls but is still nice. Staff has always been friendly when I stop by. The store its self ins't large but they pack a bunch of stuff in there. Whatever they don't have they can order new. Have any questions, email or call them! Thumbs up.

Emil Dee

Man! One of the BEST record stores i’ve been to. Ever! The owner is super friendly and he and his staff have everything very organized. Reminds me of my childhood record chain in Cleveland, OH “The Record Exchange”. Everything is reasonably priced and categorized to make asking questions and also browsing a EASE!

Jim Buggz

the best for music, loads of vinyl and cd, current releases and loads of tunes from multiple previous decades. Awesome prices with lots of used stuff at killer discounts. Deep jazz holdings but also loads of rock, maybe even some country. Great place to browse and people watch while the knowledgeable staff play music that rouses your curiosity.

Shannon Michael Franks

Good selection. But too crowded and has low ceilings. I looked only in New used area. I was uncomfortable because of covid anxiety. Will revisit when fully vaccinated.

Taylor Pressley

Top notch local hidden gem in five points. They always have the records I want and are happy to make suggestions for music you might like based on your favorites. The staff is always friendly and the pricing is fair. I love this shop

Nikolai Puc

Cool looking record store. Inside they have a reasonable selection of used records (wish they had it organized better in to more genres) Wasn’t a fan of all of the re-issues in there. Friendly staff and overall a good experience.

Albert Harrison

So I had a specific Christmas gift in mind for someone, and Amazon messed up my order. I turn to all the big stores, hoping they'd have it? No dice. I turn to this place? Gets my order in the very next day, Christmas saved. Good-looking selection of cds when I looked around - once the holidays are done and I've gotten through whatever cds I get from family, I intend to come back again sometime.

Sean McDaniel

Of all record shops I've been to, Papa Jazz is by far the best. They have just about anything you could possibly want on Vinyl, CD, or DVD. The service is fantastic and the people that work there are very nice. The prices are the best I've seen in any record shop I've been to. I have never left Papa Jazz feeling disappointed. I definitely recommend Papa Jazz for any Vinyl, CD, or DVD collectors that live in or visit Columbia.

Sharon Brooks

Such a fantastic place. Friendly owner and store staff , great new and used selection at fair prices. Tons of great jazz and rock LPs.I have sold/traded LPs multiple times and value is always fair or above my expectations I always find something or have something recommended by Tim , Alex , or Woody whenever i visit.If you don's see what you are looking for they will get it for you in a couple days with no shipping added. I have purchased so many great used jazz and rock LPs here , my collection would not be the same without these guys!

Salam Y'all

The shop is small and can get a bit crowded, but it is very well-organized and the staff is knowledgable and friendly. The prices are good and the selection is awesome - I picked up 10 used David Bowie CDs for $75, and they were all the ones I wanted, plus one that I had never found even new. Highly recommended! I will be back!

Nash Burnette

This a great used music store. I am an avid CD collector and last week, when my wife & I were in Columbia, SC on vacation, we found this store and went to it ..... almost everyday!!! We got around 30 used CDs there, and for very little money. An excellent store for lovers of music.

Amy B

Carefully curated cool little cave with warrens of new and old music in disc and vinyl form. Everything is well labeled and the staff are helpful and knowledgeable. Every now and again I used to drive all the way from Clemson with my dad, a jazz playing bassist, just to check out the new stuff on offer. Now I come for me.

Andrew

Has great service as soon as I walked in

Robin Ross

The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. They didn't have one of the CDs I was looking for but was able to order it for me.

Pub Sub

Papa Jazz is a refuge of cool in Five Points. Incredible selection of used and new LPs, CDs, and DVDs. Genres most often found in their bins are Jazz and Rock, but you can find some decent Hip Hop, Punk, Funk, Folk, Indie, etc. Prices are a hair on the high side compared to my experience with past record shopes, but I don't mind paying a slight premium to keep a great business in the green. Used media is all graded prior to selling which is a great help to the buyer. Music on the stereo while shopping is always in excellent taste. Open hours are long and accomidate any schedule. Keep up the good work Papa Jazz!

Robyn Smith

I can always get what I want from Papa Jazz!

Haiqing

Their prices are the lowest but LPs are clean. I purchased many LPs in mint condition for under $1 each. Location is very convenient. Update: my casual nighttime photos got so many views!

Richard Stansill

What a great place to find your favorite music in various formats. I can't tell you enough what a fantastic place this is and what a great vibe you get when you go in. The staff are knowledgeable and very friendly. I highly recommend giving it a visit. You will most likely return.

Joe Burkholder

Really great browsing record shop. Found some great albums and 45s. Staff is knowledgeable and the prices are very reasonable.

Fearnoarts

Excellent store! Friendly, helpful staff. Great prices. The only bad thing about this place is that it's not big enough. There is a lot of jam packed goodness here. I love this place. I've always come out of there with treasures. Will go back again and again.

Bryan Caulder (HelicopterCrash)

Best selection of vinyl in town! Friendly, knowledgeable and helpful staff. I'd easily spend all my money here if I could.

JE S

Way more than jazz. Make time to browse through.

Stacie Hall

Hi there Google Gang it's me again, BiggHall(Stacie Hall)... The guys and gals at Papa Jazz are always kind and professional... The atmosphere is awesome and WHATEVER your taste in music is they'll make sure you receive it or they will order it for you... In Five Points stop by... You'll love it

William Mancke

I have been wandering the aisles of Papa Jazz since I was a teenager. The only stop you should need in Columbia for new and used music. The staff is beyond knowledgeable and the conversation is generally excellent.

Spike Porter

Was in town for a wedding but we made a stop to this awesome Record Store. My friends and I walked out with so many good records at a very good price. I highly recommend this place to anyone who loves music.

L.D. Pruitt

Pappa Jazz a place that's been around a long time. I use to live in the neighborhood years ago and go in all the time to buy use or new cd's weekly or biweekly. I went today after about 15 years seems as though nothing has changed. Still hands down the best place to buy new or used cd's etc...

Levonne Macomsom

Awesome place! They have a great selection of old records. They also have cassettes, DVD'S, and CD's. Prices are very fair, and the staff is very friendly and helpful.

Pete Rossi

This a great place for vinyl records old and new. Located in 5 points around the corner from Starbucks. Great group of people on staff and they are pretty knowledgeable.

wm M

Okay,if you like used vinyl."New Arrivals" are always the same(long live the 20th century).You wouldn't know there's a new Golden Age of Jazz from shopping here.It is what it isn't,but thank God it exists..

Scott Lane

Good selection of vinyl records. Used, new and remastered. They can order specific titles too! Finding a parking space can be challenging especially when USC is in session.

Andrea T. Huskey

When I tell you customer service higher than ever expected. I messed up my order they happily have me more than I deserved. On top of that, the food was excellent. I'll be returning soon!!

Jen Lynn

GREAT OLD SCHOOL VIBE!! AN UNIQUE STORE THAT YOU COULDN'T FIND THE CONTENT ANYWHERE ELSE!! THERE ISN'T MANY "vinyl record stores" AROUND ANYMORE.... THIS IS THE ICING ON THE CAKE (if you are into vinyl) KEEP ON KEEPING ON!!! 🤘🤘 …

Moriah Leech

Not really my kind place. Has the feeling like it’s about to collapse. Scares me slightly. But I did enjoy perusing their selections of movies. Probably won’t be back but I did enjoy the brief little adventure.

Tyrone Rice (Ty)

Really cool place.I can get my hard to find music here on vinyl!

christopher alverson

Great sele tion and service. They also buy back/trade in your old records. I prefer the trade in, it is usually double, or more than what they give for buying them. Then I just use the credits to get more records! It's a wonderful, cozy , little shop in 5 points!

al w

Been going here since we arrived. Cool place, stacked with vinyl. New and old, mint and knackered. Expensive and cheap. Great staff too. And they alow dogs!

Abstraddic 0

This place is crazy cool ! They have (EVERYTHING) Very professional and friendly. I haven't seen a record store like this since Berkeley, Ca in the 90's Great job guys !!!

Campy’s Classics Corner

Great selection of records and cds. The staff is helpful and will order something if you can’t find it

brown “blackoff22” pooperson

Picture a classic record store in your head, this place makes it reality. Great selections, staff is warm and knowledgeable.

craig miller

Hip spot in a cool part of Col'a. Enjoyed thumbing through their vinyl, which was fairly priced. It's good that places like this are still around. I could spend lots of time here!

john hungerford

Great shop with LOTS of media (LPs, CDs, etc.) At great prices

Sarah Peake

Tons of records & CDs. BEST place in Columbia to find an older CD/ Vinyl that you r looking for. Plus staff is very friendly and helpful!

Ann Wilson

Love that music from... Papa Jazz 🎵🎶 Old ... New... They have it.. if not... They can get the music you want and desire to Listen to 😎 From... Albums... 45's...CD"s and even DVD's... Lots of nostalgic from back in the day... 😍

Morgan Chavis

Really rad record store. Huge selection, lots of hard to find records, and great prices. Staff is wicked friendly, too.

Christine S

My daughter absolutely loves this place. They have so much to look through, but you can find some good stuff if you have the time!

phantom flyer

One of the best record stores in the Southeast! Great selection considering the small footprint of this store. Specializes in jazz, but has tons of other genres.

James Army

Great place to find all genders of music, classics, rock, pop, R&B, rap. Great inventory of vinyl. Knowledgeable team friendly environment.

Michael Rockholz

The absolute best vinyl purchasing experience! Knowledgeable and ultra friendly staff that go above and beyond! The best prices and cleanest vinyl in town!

Jonathan Moore

I visit regularly, and wouldn't trade it for anything. The staff is great, the selection is robust, and the overall atmosphere is pretty cozy. Can't recommend it enough.

Dylan Hayes

Amazing service, spectacular selection and one of the most eclectic record stores I've had the pleasure of visiting. Will definitely go again

A. J. Jr.

This place a star location for any music collector of vinyl and other rare music based items. This has been a staple in the city for decades and thanks to the selection and customer service they will be around forever!

brett eaves

friendly staff and great selection. Even though they do not do repairs, the guy took the time to walk me through an issue I was having and it was much appreciated. First Class

Da Phrogh

Da bomb. Papa Jazz has a great selection of music at very reasonable prices. You may not find what you came in for; but, you'll find something that you'll like...

Hayden Nininger

Super cozy and everyone here is down to earth and willing to have a conversation with you. Great people at a great shoppe. One of my new favorite places to go for sure.

Lydia Pappas

Great selection of vinyl from many Different genres of music. SometHing for everyone and very friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Chris Bickel

Well it's the best, innit?

Mike Gollach

Lots of inventory,very helpful staff,would like to see it expand, Columbia could use a bigger music store.

Mrs. Victoria C.

Very fast and friendly service. I went in to purchase tickets to the Congaree Swampfest and was in and out in under 3 minutes.

Chris Keenan

Great little shop. Huge selection of vinyl and CDs. Friendly staff that is always willing to help.

quinlan dandridge

always serving sick records n cds. my cd collection has expanded exponentially for v cheap. they really got something for everyone. yall better go on down.

Aaron Moore

Great local shop! They always help me find what I didn't know I was looking for.

Donald Parker

Great selection amd prices.

Stephen Hall

Best place in Columbia for that old record store feeling. Really good selection of used CD's and pretty impressive selection of new and used LP's.

Stephanie Hite

Great place to visit. Awesome selection and friendly staff. Will definitely go there again!

Michael Katterjohn

Very Cool!! Great variety in music and artists. Great prices. Knowledgable staff.

Joseph Azar

Great place! If you need any recording they will find it. Tens of thousands of recordings in the store.

jon coxe

I've been going to Papa Jazz for over 30 years and it's one of the best places to buy records CDs and DVDs in the world

Barbara Webster

Great prices on classical music CDs! Friendly, helpful service. I'll be returning.

Joe Kendrick

Great selection of new and used records. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.

David Milton Duggan

If you're interested in selling used records this is the place to do it. Excellent buyback prices

Rianne Marr

Helpful staff, went through the store with me and got me everything I need. Funky, cool store.

karen bradley

Gr8 service. Good selection. 1 of the last real record stores around.

Frederick Austin

Tons of records to choose from. New to old. All genres. Reasonably priced. You can spend hours in here browsing their selections.

Brooks Danner

I wish I had more time to go through the store. But the staff was very helpful and got me exactly what I wanted. I WILL COME BACK!

Jonathan A.

Though the selection could be better, the prices are great, and I found everything I needed. Great staff and location is in a good part of town.

Robert Lewis

Great selection of music and if you can't find what you want, someone knowledgeable will assist you.

Vincent Maybay

I love this place because...of all the wonderful things it has! Records, Singles, CDs, DVDs, Rarities and More!!!!!!

Christopher Williams

Super careful with covid protocols and I am thankful! These guys/gals are passionate about customer service and they are great!!!

Bill Schmidt

Best record store around! Great prices and staff.

Jacob Terrell

Good selection.

Columbia Howard Hewett

Great place to buy all your desired oldies, love papa jazz records!!!

Shaun Smith

Awesome place,and awesome people to talk with and awnser any question you may have great experience can't wait to go back!one love

Michael Waddell

Always love going to Papa Jazz! Best record shop in Columbia or South Carolina for that matter!

Sean Wise

Some good finds, and new records are priced relatively the same as you'd find online.

Sean Mac

There is always something unexpected and awesome in the stacks, and I've been shopping here for over 35 years.

Les Clark

Friendly, knowledgeable if they don't have it they'll get it for you quickly recommend them highly

Joshua Willburn

Great prices and selection of used records. A must visit in five points.

Jessica Simpson

Staff is incredibly helpful. Extensive collection of all kinds of music. Very impressive

Albert Guinyard

Can buy Music Farm tickets here for regular price, usually $40 w/ no conv. Fee & taxes!

Rob MacDonald

Good selection, constantly rotating. Fair prices and you can find deals if you look.

Scott Crowley

This is an excellent record store. Always helpful!

Adam Neelly (Ringo)

what every record store should be, full of vinyl treasures and super helpful staff

Marshall Fant

I absolutely love this shop. Great place. Every time I'm in Columbia I try to drop by.

tye block

Friendly local music store. Been shopping here since I was in college.

Marcus Curtis

I LOVE Vinyl ( over 5000 in my collection since 1995)

Megan Shaner

Great place, wonderful selection, reasonable prices, lovely staff.

Rhoda WESTERN

Great place for movie's sn CDs lots of choices and cheap

Andrew Walker

Great selection of new and used! Cds vinyl and cassette tapes.

Bill L

Just a Great Record shop with a staff having unreal knowledge

Johnny Graham

If you collect records or enjoy music in general. You must check this place out!

Elizabeth Sey

Great selection, we keep coming back!

Aaron Heckman

I love it in there great music and I like the customer service

Sean Busick

Papa Jazz is the best (and coolest) place for vinyl in Columbia.

Tim Connor-Murphy

Best record store in the world. Hands down. Not an exaggeration.

Logan Teal

Great place if you need a record. Alex is the best.

Jewels Adkins

A hidden jem in the music world. Knowledgeable and friendly staff (no snide remarks or attitude).

Sandra Mercer

Always a joy searching thru the jazz section

Mariah Floyd

They have such a variety of artists and different types of music media like vinyl records and CDs

Joe Collins

Absolutely love this place! I have never walked out empty handed!

Nicholas Mullins

Great selection, amazing prices, gracious staff.

Leslie Monroe

Large selection, great prices and a friendly staff.

Matar Emanuel

Great selection and reasonable prices!

Joe Kitchen

Great selection of records. Very friendly staff.

Hannah Rockholz

Papa Jazz is a very welcoming environment with a knowledgeable and friendly staff.

Coby

neat shop with a wide, ever changing variety of records

Rita B.

Friendly,Helpful Staff Also Hard To Find Treasures Available..

Temika Ashford

Only one word to describe papa jazz and that is wonderful,With nice staff.

Bernie Quiroga

Best indie record store in the State, hands down

James Burchick

Interesting store, with a vast collection of records, with a knowledgeable staff.

Paul Brown

Excellent

Shawn Morse

Best place to grab some awesome vinyl

Rick Matheny

Fun place. Good selection. Helpful crew.

Michael C. Widener Jr.

Great used and new collections of cds and vinyl

Kat Price

My favorite record store for many years!

Jeremy Thomas

Getting me to appreciate vinyl all over again.

Veronique Brown

Will be returning. Organized, helpful and COVID friendly

Ps J

The most unique record/CD shop in Columbia.

Arturo Verticchio

Best selection and prices of wax in Columbia.

Brian Parnell

Wonderful people. There's a reason they've been in business this long.

Scott Lindenberg

Great selection, staff & prices.

Crystal Cummings

Love this place, been a tradition for me for over 20 yra

Marcus Webb

Cool record store. Great selection.

Max Well

Good place to visit. Good assortment of music.

Susan Turner

Local second hand store with great selection and service

Michael Walsh

I like the guy that hangs out in there all the time. I think his name is Lionel.

Karl Buzhardt

Fantastic selection. Watch out for pick pockets

Joe Roberts

The best in the southeast, full stop.

growing ivy

Great local spot. Nice people!

Mike Allen

Excellent staff that knows their music.

Varri Lindsey

Friendly staff

FOM Theartofeyewear

Ooohhhhh yeah! The destination for vinyl in Colatown.

J L pinnkston

If they don't have what you are looking for they will get it for you...

Laura Baker

Very helpful. We will definitely be back

Juan Ortiz

Great collection and fair prices👍 …

Eddie Stone

If they don't have it, it doesn't exist. Friendly sales staff.

Marcum Core

Friendly and knowlegable staff. $1 Records!!!!!

Will

Love this place. Very relaxed atmosphere.

Harry Spratlin

Columbia's hometown record shop, one of a kind

Reginald Alexander

Cool store! And the Last of the Mohicans!

Winston Giles

Oh my God vinyl! Should I say more?

James Person

Great service

J Brooks

One of the best record shops

Chanel Carmichael

Nice environment a good amount of collections

Nalani Mixon

Helpful staff, without hovering.

wayne crabb

Always a great selection

DAVID GOODEN

Had what I was looking for, good price

Bedroom Getaway

Friendly staff and good products.

T Spain

A favorite for any music fan!

Suicide Casanova

Awesome record shop!

Kaieku M

Incredible selection of records!

Elizabeth S. Carroll

Awesome variety, great staff

David Mendoza

Plenty of vinyl and CDs to see.

Nathan Braga

Best record shop in town

Justin Smith

Best record selection in SC.

Hoodtralfeck From_Elanthia

Awesome selection and service

alex mcgrew

Very nice staff

Martin Simons

Great place for collectors.

Prince Kesar

All your old school music needs

Marty Greene

Great selection!

john mcdill

Been coming here for years!!

Thomas Sykes

Cd's & vinyl records

Johnny Paschal

Vinyl! Need I say more?

eduardo sanchez

Excellent

Stefni Smith-King

Very helpful!

Andrew Connelly

Good selection

Guy

Super Nice

Harmon Simon Jr.

It was great

timothy cartin

A local favorite.

clarence wallace

Awesome place

Samuel Choate

A Columbia original

Rachel Jones

The atmosphere here is wonderful, and the staff is super helpful and friendly

samuel cooper

I love the place it's out of sight that's the official record store of Sam's talk LP and CD cassette music show to the staff peace and love 💕 …

Chase Hastings

The best place in Soda City for vinyl. Fair prices, incredibly knowledgeable staff, and a mix of new and old. If they don’t have something they always offer to order it for you. Definitely a gem of the city

Rodney Peebles

Most vinyl in great condition and some not worth the asking price

FLEXI CRUZ EL SEVEN

(Translation) They don't have any Latin artists, I think they should consider trying to get more LPs from Mexican artists etc. (Original) No tienen ningun artista latino , creo q deberían considerar en tratar de conseguir más lp de artistas mexicanos etc

Candice Johnson

Joey Joe

Lisa Brazell

Angie Gardner

Paxton Langland

Matt Rogers (Goodlordman)

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