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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you're inside the perimeter and want to purchase comics, this is THE place to go. They have a great selection of new titles and a good back catalog. They've also got a good selection of toys and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Criminal I don't care if your price are high. I love you. I love you like I love Hayden. Your great selection of Cd's, DVDs, and records ( yes the big spinning things) is what makes you great. You...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nice new location!Apparently they moved recently (or maybe last year?) and nobody told me. I thought they'd gone, and I was thinking "Crap. I knew I should have visited more often!"These guys are the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It makes me sad to think about the ghosts of record stores past. Iconic shops like Spaceboy and Reptilian, shuttered and gone. In the digital age, it is easy to find exactly what you're looking for,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everything a record geek could want: new cds, used cds, lps, in-store concerts, comics, toys, t-shirts, magazines, cool staff.Parking sucks, but nobody's perfect.
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Diverse selections, awesome people, and good comics. Whenever I'm in L5P, I always stop by and ask what's new in the comics section.
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the coolest stores ever. Criminal has a great selection of CD's you won't find anywhere else in Atlanta. The employees are rude but whatever that's their own deal. Also, they have a magazine...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Any place that carries a Biggie figurine automatically gets 5 stars in my book! But seriously, this place is a music lover's dream. They have old school LPs and 45s as well as Cds of every genre...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I adore Criminal Records. When I go in for comics and graphic novels - the staff actually remembers me and points me to the new finds. They have learned my taste and actually stand and converse with...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm re-reviewing Criminal for their other aspect: comic books. I just got into comic books and Criminal is GREAT. Not only do they have a super selection, but it's really easy to order things that...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have been a loyal patron of this shop for practically millions of years. Growing up in the Atlanta area and being "into music" I learned of the awe-inspiring collection of audio treats, magazines,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Did you know they have free mini-concerts at the store. I have seen Mastodon and Indigo Girls. The new space is great!
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ah! Criminal Records. The unassuming exterior, the wealth of music inside. I was able to pick up a copy of O S, instead of - say it with me now - "going online" to order it from Saddle Creek.See,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I moved back from NYC and went to L5P and Criminal was gone, but not very far. It's now down around the corner from Crystal Blue. They have a great selection of new and used CDs. Their staff has...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WHAT A MAGICAL PLACE!!! Prior to going on an Atlanta trip I just came back from, I posted to the trusty Atlanta Yelp homepage to find out where the best record shops were-- and my fellow Yelpers had...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So, here's the thing...Since moving to Atlanta I have been scouring the city and taking in all of the towns music stores, being an ex-indie label employee, I really enjoy and appreciate smallish...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The additional space suits them well. They contribute heartily to the Atlanta music scene, and I love the staff. Reasonably priced new releases covering a wide swath of genres is the selling point,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've shopped here since....oh man like since four or so locations ago like 1991. Yeah so what I'm old. Even though these days I'm not quite as much into music as I was in 1991, I still enjoy an...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've always loved Criminal Records yet at their old location it could get a bit cramped and claustrophobic. Now they've got plenty of room and I find myself spending more time in there. As a plus the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A great place to find CDs, vinyl toys, comic books, and records. Good selection of music and the new store is a lot bigger! I usually end up getting my Kid Robot and comic book fix at this store....
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Criminal just moved to a space on Euclid. I love, love, love me some Criminal Records. I always find something new and the staff is super friendly and very helpful. They have listening stations set...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I worked for Criminal for a few years when I was in my early 20's. The group of men and women that I worked with taught me so much about life and I still have a lot of respect for them and keep in...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been shopping here regularly for years because it has the four main things I like to throw disposable cash at: music, movies, magazines and comicbooks. Their music selection is better than most...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Criminal Records once in my life, and let me tell you the name is misleading. If you were to pass by it on the street, you would probably assume it's a record store and only a record...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place isn't just a landmark for indie cd's, it's a landmark for music in Atlanta. I've been coming here since high school, although I don't go that much anymore.But you'll still find the same...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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There are many times when I've wanted to get a certain record, but it's after 7pm so most of the indie record shops are closed... but not Criminal. Open 'til 9 M-Th, and 'til 10 Fri & Sat, I give them many...
kudzu.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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if you do not live in little five points and shop in Eric;s store you are really missing out. what they don't have comics wise, they can get. ask Lillian for it. this place has at least 90 per cent less nerds...
kudzu.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Criminal Records is a much-beloved institution among hipsters, hipster doofi, music snobs, nerds masquerading as hipsters (you can tell by the thickness of the lenses in their chunky black glasses)...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Place is sort of a landmark for indie cd's. Great selection of stuff and the staff is always there to assist you if need be. The problem is if you're going to buy CD's the prices are pretty steep and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Walked in, looked around. After a bit of browsing, I was asked if I needed help. Staff was very polite and helpful. Got what I needed, and was on my way. Great cd and vinyl selection. Nice comic rack...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Staff is cool, great place to find that CD you were looking for... My new CD store since Tower's closed.
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Heres the lowdown...Criminal Records is to ATLwhat Park Ave Cds are to JamlandoGreat local indie record shop. They sell everything from great music in cd and vinyl form, to asian toys and comics....
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
gotta love criminal!considering the amazing amount of stuff crammed in this small space, it makes for an awesome shopping experience.i don't think i've ever found a used cd i was actually looking for,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
this place is usually my best hope locally when I want to buy a CD, but I have some suggestions that could make the place better:1) stop stacking the CDs in the main cabinet that way. My neck hurts...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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If you like some odd ball magazines, Criminal is sure to have it. I haven't bought much music here... but if you want to know what is happening in popular culture, you are sure to find some periodical that...
kudzu.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Local bands and record labels are spotlighted right alongside the latest hipster, indie-underground breakout. Special limited edition Vinyls--often with hand drawn artwork from Rob's House Records...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Support your local cd shop. Good selection
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Every time I come here I find something that I can't live without. They have an incredible selection of comic books and graphic novels (all of Neil Gaiman's Sandman!). They also carry a ton of...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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With a lot of the other record stores closing, Criminal is still standing. They always have what you are looking for, or can get it for you easily. The staff knows their stuff, and won't scoff unless you are...
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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Great music selection with a laid-back, knowledgeable staff. Cool, unusual gifts and toys. Recommended if you're looking for something out of the ordinary, or if someone on your gift list is hard to shop for.
kudzu.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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hands down this is the best place to buy your music in atlanta. the staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable and will always go the extra mile for you. it's also a great place to buy gifts as they have...
kudzu.com - user review - 10/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best off the wall record store in Atlanta.Any questions?
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good store, no question. An institution, in fact, considering how long they've made it in the business. But the layout could be improved, the CDs are difficult to get to and examine, and sometimes...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Who doesn't love Criminal Records? You certainly don't have to pay a lot to support an independent music store instead of Best Buy or another chain, and Criminal proves it. They have an amazing...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't believe I had forgotten to review Criminal, but I went last night and it reminded me to do so.Best selection in town, by far. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and therefore some might say...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I remember Criminal Records back when it was on Euclid - this place is a true treasure...love it and support it!
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Some people hate on Criminal because they complain about their staff being 'elitist' or 'snobby.' Well, when you're shopping in an independent record store, that's mostly what you're going to get. For...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
All I can say about this music store is that it makes you feel like Atreyu in "The Neverending Story"- the part where he has to prove his worth to make it through the two statues that will zap him...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I guess this place would be 5 stars if you're some sort of indie superstar, but I was by no means impressed. Whenever I went there, they had a hardcore band actually playing within the store. Which...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2007
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So a lot of people think that the employees are jerks, that the cds are too hard to look at/browse, and that it is too hard to find a place to park in order to shop here. Good - there might be a Best Buy up...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/19/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was totally underwhelmed. I used to spend lots of time in my favorite little record store back in NC, and I was totally expecting that here, but was sadly let down. The feeling I got while I was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was pretty unimpressed with this record store. It's not like anyone was rude or anything, but their selection was only so so and it was VERY over priced. I didn't get the whole comics and toys...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Criminal is a gold mine of astonishing music. They have everything from hip local artists to contemporary pop to classic rock. The wide selection is only the beginning. This store also allows you to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Criminal Records Haiku ReviewMiles of tracks line shelves,staff on high dole out the goods,the goth toys pout on.
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wish it was possible to have separate ratings, because the selection at Criminal is clearly great, but I find browsing there to be difficult, especially if you don't know what you're looking for and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Music and comics, yay! *Extremely knowledgeable* and friendly staff . . . cuties. I order cds through them, every now and then, and they always call me when my stuff comes in. I love them!!
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Criminal Records isn't the store you go to for the best deals on today's most popular music. It's the store you go to when you're looking to buy the album from that local band you saw at The Earl, or...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I just read on AJC.com that Criminal Records will accept gift cards from other retailers. There are a few stipulations, but it may be worth investigating. Talk about customer service!!
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Local, independent music stores are few and far between. I hope that we'll have a place like Criminal Records in Atlanta for a long time, it's a great resource for hard to find music as well as...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A real record store, with real records (remember vinyl?). The staff is super knowledgable about almost all genres of music with and obvious focus on idie and alternative stuff. they have some great...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Outstanding place to buy music, magazines, and movies at! They have a very impressive collection of everything music and they have people that know what they are talking about! Highly Recommended!
yelp.com - user review - 10/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Every big city has gotta have it's independent record store. Criminal Records is it for the ATL. A huge selection of all the latest indie rock, alternative and obscure music. They've also got a big...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2006
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I've been shopping here for...well lets just say I was familiar with their 2 previous locations in Little 5 Points. When shopping for a CD, I always make a point to try to buy it here. Yes, I am a loyal...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/25/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best selection. Most knowledgeable staff that can answer any question. Great free in-store appearances by groups coming into town.
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can sum this place up in one quote."Hey, I am into (enter music genre and examples of what you love here). What is the latest and greatest?"I guarantee you will love what they select for you...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh my - one of the greatest staff for music and comic books. Friendly too. My only complaint is that this place is so small that all the new CDs are locked up in the front counter cases so you can't...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2005
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A nice little independently owned comic book/magazine store, the employees are friendly and very imfortive with any question you have. One of the few stores that dont hassle you if youa re just looking. Not a...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/24/2005
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Another great shop in the L5P. Loaded with tons of music on vinyl or cd. They also carry a decent selection of vintage posters as well as a rare magazines and tons of literature on the local music scene. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2005
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Located in the popular Little 5 Points (L5P), Criminal Records has everything from imports to B-side recordings, featuring every artist from Jay-Z to Radiohead. I managed to find remixed sounds from London's...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/12/2005
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Not record store. Because if they have music there, Ive never seen it. I go and search the comics. They have magazines and the employees don't care if you're there or not. But if you have a question, they'll...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/17/2005
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Criminal Records shows us exactly what an independent records store is supposed to look and feel like. From it's wide selection of new and used CD's and even VINYL!! To is massive selection of music related...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/17/2005
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This wonderful store has music that you just can't find anywhere else, plus a very knowledgable staff. A fun place to browse.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/26/2002
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Criminal Records is a great record store. They seem to have everything, especially the cd you've looked everywhere for. Now, Criminal Records is the first place I shop.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/13/2002
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In 10 years of coming here the staff has always known the CD, book, DVD or comic I was looking for. If they don't have what I wanted then they probably know something else I will like just as much, if not...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/23/2002
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I love CD shopping at Criminal for several reasons. 1. They always have what I'm looking for--you can count on them having the more obscure stuff you can't find at Tower. 2. Their prices are cheaper than the...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/21/2002
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