![]() ![]() Cooper is a third-generation music nut and life-long Corpus Christi native who worked locally in music through high school and college and opened this shop to encourage community. The intimate store is more a music listening lounge than hyped-up place of commerce and has become a popular addition to the local music scene. But Carlos Cooper’s Hybrid Records proves that there’s a very thin line between crazy and genius. In a city the size of Corpus Christi, being the second and smaller of two stores seems like insanity. In the age of downloads and online music everywhere, a small, independent record store seems like an act of defiance. For the seasoned record collector, Disc Go Round’s sane pricing and not-picked-over selection will please. “We’ve also really increased and built on our Latin section.” Every week, something special is going on: live band shows, DJ sets, listening parties, signings and meet & greets with touring artists and so much more.Įvery year, fans and friends come out in force for Record Store Day, and Disc Go Round does it up right with an all-day party full of specials, deals, shows and even a cake. Some of the hottest recent sellers, he said, have been the new Kanye West, Lana DelRay and “Cry Baby” by Melanie Martinez. “We focused on bringing in records that people were asking for and creating a more diverse selection,” said Jason Dubose. Owners Jason and Johanna Dubose took over operations two years ago with the intention of beefing up the inventory with customer requests. For the two decades that Disc Go Round has been around, they’ve filled the independent record store niche by not only stocking a wild treasure trove of tunes but in serving as a hub for music buffs. Welcome to Corpus Christi’s ground zero for vinyl hunting. ![]() With two active record stores and dedicated sections at other shops to explore, hardcore collectors and newbies alike can dig the day away and find some gems. But honestly, even if all you know is Selena, you’ve come to the right place!ĭid you know that Corpus Christi is also a vinyl record heaven? What a great place to get your groove on – literally. Whether touted as the Nashville of Tejano, a wellspring of South Texas punk and metal, or the current regional hotbed of the modern cumbia revolution, Corpus Christi’s vibrant live music scene proves: We’ve got the beat. ![]() *Hybrid Records cannot pre-sell or hold RSD items.It’s no secret that Corpus Christi is a music town. Information: 36 or visit /HybridRecordsTx (RSD purchases) Saturday, June 12 Normal hours are 11 to 7 p.m. Support more coverage like this at /subscribe. Mykel Montana Hilliard covers breaking, entertainment and community news in South Texas. Potential Record Store Day participants can visit /HybridRecordsTx for more information. This year RSD exclusive releases include music from major artists such as Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, Beck and more. “People are calling like crazy to make sure I will be carrying certain releases, all the pressure is on me as the sole proprietor of the product to get all the stuff people want,” he added. Hybrid Records will be the only record store in the area participating, a responsibility Cooper said makes him feel the pressure to deliver. “Some years we have even had people camp out as early as 4 a.m.” “Pre-Covid we normally had a pretty long line within the first 15 minutes of being open,” Cooped said. "Record Store Day brings good energy to the store and really helps celebrates the idea of supporting the independent record store," Cooper said.ĭue to the large turnout of customers during past events, Cooper said he plans to launch Saturday's event early to dedicate the store's first three hours in business to Record Store Day exclusive merchandise only. Carlos Cooper, Hybrid Records store owner, said he is thrilled for this year's event. ![]()
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