What could make a Plaza Midwood bottle shop even cooler? A vinyl Record store, that’s what! Years ago when I found out Tip Top Market was adding Premium Sound to their space I was super stoked. I mean, my favorite bar (Hattie’s Tap & Tavern), Tip Top Market and Premium Sound, all in a row?!?! Yes! At the time I lived literally right behind the building. This was convenient and addicting at the same time. I was rather impressed by the selection. It was almost like they had my iPod in vinyl form. Yes, my iPod… I still rock it and love it.
In terms of selection… it is no secret I am super into punk, hardcore and metal. Premium always had the bangers, like the records you can’t live without. There were also rarities and bootlegs peppered in there that I had never seen. The other kicker was they had a lot of Nirvana LP’s I’d only seen online or overseas. And if you didn’t grab them then, they were gone! So someone out there is a super nerd like me.
Like in most cases, you don’t know what you have til it’s gone. Last week I was informed the store would be closing. From what I was told, they will possibly be opening in a different form. Whatever they choose to do I wish them the best! I snagged a few last LP’s I had my eye on, to the likes of Converge, Earth Crisis and Aberdeen Washington’s finest. Thanks for helping me add some gems to my collection!
Hello, my name is Justin Driscoll. Originally from New Jersey, I call the wonderful state of North Carolina home. I might have taken your photo at some point or met you at a Rock N Roll show? However, I also have many other facets of my life I am passionate about. I started this site to talk about some of those things.
Whether it be guitars, guitar gear, Harley’s, Jeep stuff, photography, vinyl or travels, I’ll be on here to chat about it.
Stay Weird, Stay Creative!
