When Joe Nardone isn't whining about how all the competition is playing unfairly, he actually runs a fairly good chain of local record stores.
He carries local artists and has a good selection. Of course if you can't find something you can always order it and they will give you a ring when it comes in.
The staff is generally helpful, but not as knowledgeable as they are claim to be. Listening to Dave Matthews all day does not make anyone a music expert.
I find the prices are not very good though. Make sure the item you want is on sale, otherwise you pay the outrageous 17-18 bucks for a compact disc. Sale prices are comparable to places like Circuit City's regular prices.
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