Went there today it is rather crazy in there. The owner Joe was super nice though. Once he organizes it i think it will be a good place. I told him i found out about his store from you channel Brendon
It does need a bit of organization or better yet Joe needs a bigger store. He has so much great stuff but not enough space for it all. Thanks for the props!
I Love Music Connection! Been going there since the mid 90’s the owner Joe is Fantastic and if you call ahead he will have a few selections for you when you come in. His employees are also Really Great!!!
Look forward to seeing what you picked up. I live vicariously through your record store visits...I've recently been confined to a wheelchair and would never fit in there😮. Thanks for sharing! I worked in a record store years ago and we used the anti theft cases like that...we called them shucks. I didn't think anyone used them anymore....ah memories 😅 .
Great video as always man. Good road music also. Is the vinyl section same here, lots of metal? Stop skipping Maiden and Priest😜😜 I like your record store runs. Have gone to a couple because of your videos. Revilla’s & Sound Exchange. Keep up the good work man
Brendon, Bloodgood is a Faith Based rock/metal band from the 80’s & 90’s. I think you will definitely like Rock In A Hard Place. Also check out their album Detonation!!! 🎶🎶🎶
Ive been going to music connection since the early 90s and since he moved locations the store has been in total disarray. Its almost impossible now to find anything. You do find some hidden gems each time but man is it a hassle.
From what I remember, that Phil Lewis solo CD might not be the best, but it's also not easy to find. Definitely worth picking up at least to trade later.
I took the hour + drive from South Jersey a few years back to check this store out, after watching one of your other videos. The store is jam packed and I did find TONS of CDs to buy....BUT I have not been back since. The store has a ton of stuff, but it is such a mess that its almost impossible to really look for anything specific. I would love to see them clean the store up, alphabetize, etc. It would make for a more enjoyable experience as a customer. Im sure some people like it this way, as it really is a pickers paradise, but for me its more of a hassle then it is enjoyable. Now if i make the ride up that area, i just go to Sound Exchange. Fantastic store Anthony is running there.
Sadly, Michael Bloodgood passed away not long ago so don't know what the future holds for new stuff, though Les Carlson released a great solo album a couple years ago. Watch the video for "Lamb Of God" from the last Bloodgood album, you won't be disappointed...
meanwhile (a la the music in the store) I have "Operation:MindCrime" on order (cd) from Amazon, but it is coming from England and taking its sweet time
Everyone complaining about the clutter. It doesn’t bother me at all. Sure it would be horrible for someone that just wants to pick up what they want & leave but for a browser like me this actually seems pretty cool & fun. Im there to spend some time not just 30 minutes. As long as they have good stuff I’m down for a dig
Bloodgood were a Christian band. The bass player and where the name Bloodgood comes from passed away a few years ago. Oz Fox of Stryper was at one point part of the band.
@@BrendonSnyder there are tons of really cool releases on retroactive records I discovered a site called boonesoverstock they have tons of really cool bands from the 70 80 and 90 that are really good that I’d never heard of before
For a record store it is pretty messy and cluttered. CD Prices seem high. This store would not be my first choice over Sound Exchange or Princeton or others you took us too where the CD pricing is much better. It will be interesting to see what you picked up there.
Agreed, the store is a mess of epic proportions. The one time i came here, I had NO idea what the price was for any used CD i picked up. When i took them to the counter they just looked them up on discogs to see what they were selling for to then price them.
Are the used records priced? Do they look up prices at checkout? With all those records and CDs piled up in stacks, this looks like the worst kind of store where the proprietor doesn't give a damn.
The one time i went a few years back, they used Discogs to price the used CDs i brought to the counter. I dont know if it changed since then, but i can say for sure the store has NOT been cleaned up or organized in anyway since i was there back in like 2021
@arilderiksen5560 • Very much like the music I enjoy listening to most (d-beat, crust, punk, grindcore, hardcore, noise) the more chaos the better. Making looking for shit more of an adventure by never knowing for sure what you will find.
@@why-why-whywhywhy I Totally Respect Your Music Diet !!! - didn't think their were many of us here.. lotsa Glam - Its Not My Thing But I do Respect Anyone That Loves Music as Much as I Do & I'm Pretty Certain Brendon Does.. & Yeah - A messy Record store is always cool too...
Owner Joe is always welcoming with his 'how you doin?' He's a nj record legend.
Went there today it is rather crazy in there. The owner Joe was super nice though. Once he organizes it i think it will be a good place. I told him i found out about his store from you channel Brendon
It does need a bit of organization or better yet Joe needs a bigger store. He has so much great stuff but not enough space for it all. Thanks for the props!
I Love Music Connection! Been going there since the mid 90’s the owner Joe is Fantastic and if you call ahead he will have a few selections for you when you come in. His employees are also Really Great!!!
Thank you very much
My pleasure! 👊
I kinda love the chaotic feel of the store but my OCD just couldn't handle that 🤣
Hi Brendon - WOW that store looks a total mess inside. I mean how do you find anything, theres just piles of "stuff" everywhere lol.
Bloodgood is an amazing band from the 80's. Oz Fox from Stryper helps them out sometimes. my favorite album is Detonation. very highly recommended!! 🤘
Good choice for traveling music . Always liked Great White . Such a talent and way under rated . Thanks for another good presentation .
I love Bloodgood! I need to pick up a copy of that cd.
More record stores should play Queensryche in the background while shopping :)
cool stuff Brendon love these record store vid's keep up the good work
Boy George " i want to explore Uranus " is a great album
Look forward to seeing what you picked up. I live vicariously through your record store visits...I've recently been confined to a wheelchair and would never fit in there😮. Thanks for sharing! I worked in a record store years ago and we used the anti theft cases like that...we called them shucks. I didn't think anyone used them anymore....ah memories 😅 .
Lotta 80s stuff.
That’s the way I like it! 🤘
I thought I was a cd Junkie. I love Great White, I've been playing my collection lately. Another great video, Brendan.
Great video as always man. Good road music also.
Is the vinyl section same here, lots of metal?
Stop skipping Maiden and Priest😜😜
I like your record store runs. Have gone to a couple because of your videos. Revilla’s & Sound Exchange. Keep up the good work man
Awesome T-shirt! Municipal Waste is gonna FU upppppp. 👊🎸
Brendon, Bloodgood is a Faith Based rock/metal band from the 80’s & 90’s. I think you will definitely like Rock In A Hard Place. Also check out their album Detonation!!! 🎶🎶🎶
man, I'd love to dive into that store
Amazing shop. Looks increible. And yes, BLOODGOOD are really good and also the guitar player DAVID ZAFIRO made some cool solo albums in the past.
Very good record store with a lot good stuff
Cool store very interesting.
Ive been going to music connection since the early 90s and since he moved locations the store has been in total disarray. Its almost impossible now to find anything. You do find some hidden gems each time but man is it a hassle.
I agree 1000%. Its a complete nightmare to look through and find stuff.
I used to go to this place when it was located up the street before they moved. Always thought the prices were always high.
From what I remember, that Phil Lewis solo CD might not be the best, but it's also not easy to find. Definitely worth picking up at least to trade later.
I took the hour + drive from South Jersey a few years back to check this store out, after watching one of your other videos. The store is jam packed and I did find TONS of CDs to buy....BUT I have not been back since.
The store has a ton of stuff, but it is such a mess that its almost impossible to really look for anything specific. I would love to see them clean the store up, alphabetize, etc. It would make for a more enjoyable experience as a customer. Im sure some people like it this way, as it really is a pickers paradise, but for me its more of a hassle then it is enjoyable.
Now if i make the ride up that area, i just go to Sound Exchange. Fantastic store Anthony is running there.
Sadly, Michael Bloodgood passed away not long ago so don't know what the future holds for new stuff, though Les Carlson released a great solo album a couple years ago. Watch the video for "Lamb Of God" from the last Bloodgood album, you won't be disappointed...
meanwhile (a la the music in the store) I have "Operation:MindCrime" on order (cd) from Amazon, but it is coming from England and taking its sweet time
A lot great heavy metal music. The only thing that I hate no prices on some of the records and I have to keep asking for prices.
I share your love for the album Hooked by Great White
Everyone complaining about the clutter. It doesn’t bother me at all. Sure it would be horrible for someone that just wants to pick up what they want & leave but for a browser like me this actually seems pretty cool & fun. Im there to spend some time not just 30 minutes. As long as they have good stuff I’m down for a dig
Bloodgood were a Christian band. The bass player and where the name Bloodgood comes from passed away a few years ago. Oz Fox of Stryper was at one point part of the band.
"Saturday in the park..."
Saw a cool grim reaper compilation in the cd section
Cool 👍
have you been to station one in pompton lakes nj?
Yes and I’ve filmed a Let’s Go To The Record Store episode for it too, see link th-cam.com/video/ai1Ng13HHFE/w-d-xo.htmlsi=kQWAg7l-uZJiDmG9
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Back in the day blood good would open up for stryper. Really good Christian rock
Oz Fox eventually joined the band Bloodgood too! 👍
Bloodgood is good 😂 👍
I’ve been enjoying it!
@@BrendonSnyder there are tons of really cool releases on retroactive records I discovered a site called boonesoverstock they have tons of really cool bands from the 70 80 and 90 that are really good that I’d never heard of before
For a record store it is pretty messy and cluttered. CD Prices seem high. This store would not be my first choice over Sound Exchange or Princeton or others you took us too where the CD pricing is much better. It will be interesting to see what you picked up there.
Agreed, the store is a mess of epic proportions.
The one time i came here, I had NO idea what the price was for any used CD i picked up. When i took them to the counter they just looked them up on discogs to see what they were selling for to then price them.
Are the used records priced? Do they look up prices at checkout? With all those records and CDs piled up in stacks, this looks like the worst kind of store where the proprietor doesn't give a damn.
The one time i went a few years back, they used Discogs to price the used CDs i brought to the counter. I dont know if it changed since then, but i can say for sure the store has NOT been cleaned up or organized in anyway since i was there back in like 2021
@@DeathMetalShred Pricing on the fly is a cardinal sin. I would never go there.
Bad record store, chaos all over the place, vinyl and cd stack all over, it doesent work for me.
@arilderiksen5560 • Very much like the music I enjoy listening to most (d-beat, crust, punk, grindcore, hardcore, noise) the more chaos the better. Making looking for shit more of an adventure by never knowing for sure what you will find.
@@why-why-whywhywhy I Totally Respect Your Music Diet !!! - didn't think their were many of us here.. lotsa Glam - Its Not My Thing But I do Respect Anyone That Loves Music as Much as I Do & I'm Pretty Certain Brendon Does.. & Yeah - A messy Record store is always cool too...
Bloodgood were supposed to be a Christian band in the vein of Stryper
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Some sort of anti theft cases?