African Record Center Ltd

Music store · Prospect-Lefferts Gardens

African Record Center Ltd

Music store · Prospect-Lefferts Gardens

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1194 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225

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1194 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225 Get directions

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+1 718 493 4500

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Mar 4, 2025

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"Founded by brothers, African Record Centre is a venerable institution, which in its heyday had three storefronts with a deep Afro-Caribbean influence. Vinyl aficionados should stop in for rare and vintage Afrobeats, Zouk, Calypso records, Afro-syncretic spiritual books, and colorful accessories like upcycled African mats." - Shelley Worrell 31

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H Rosé

Google
BEWARE! Rude and aggressive owner. I randomly walked into this store to look at their records. I was met with an angry owner who came from behind me and grabbed my arm, startling me about taking photos. I had my headphones on upon entrance listening to music and couldn’t hear anything. Nor did I see the small sign on the door that was open saying “no photos”. I would not recommend this store. There’s no reason to put hands on customers over a photo. Horrible customer service.

Miroslav Uremovic

Google
Don’t be fooled by lack of photos of this place - owner doesn’t like (or allow) photos being taken, but this is a true NY gem of a store. Great stock of priginal records of African music (Nigeria, Congo, Senegal etc.), 45s, CDs and a lot of original, still sealed cassettes. Wow! There’s even some original 8-tracks here, so just do youself a favour and get here to explore. It’s well worth the trip!

Angelina Garcia

Google
Randomly stumbled upon this gem of an establishment. Had an amazing experience discussing music. Purchased a record and I'm a happy customer.

Anton Gold

Google
One of my favorite places on the planet! The Francis Brothers are Professor level curators of this priceless treasure of a store/museum/shrine. ❤️

Adama

Google
Treasure trove of knowledge made by and for melanated people. The owner is such a kind soul. Definitely worth a trip for book and music lovers alike. A historical landmark.

Nicolás Zavala

Google
Great record store to get some African or Caribbean music. They have a lot of sealed album. And they can play some for you. Is not a regular store. Is for collectors or people that like African - Caribbean music. And they where so nice. Definitely I have to go back again and again.

Mouhamadou Falilou Ndiaye

Google
I went there out of curiosity and was amazed by the quantity and quality of their records. I wasn't really prepared to see all my favorite African artists there. I got myself some great records, Senegalese cassettes, and even VHS tapes. The prices were acceptable and I am looking forward to going back there soon.

m

Google
An incredible vibe. The really nice men were helpful, volunteered to play the records we were eyeing. The plants and the colors felt phenomenal... a really broad selection of genres and bands from all over Africa the Caribbean and C. & S. America. Cute woven fans and other misc memorabilia