Vinyl Cup Records expanding to new location, celebrating Beaverdale roots
Vinyl Cup Records, a hidden gem in Beaverdale since 2018, is preparing for a major move to a more visible and spacious location.
"It is roughly 5,000 square feet," said Luke Dickens, the owner of Vinyl Cup Records.
Currently tucked away with minimal signage and located upstairs, the store has built a loyal customer base and stands out with outside-the-box thinking.
"We partner with an artist or a label, and we have a limited release that you can only get from our record store," Dickens said.
The move will take them to the former Back Country location, about three blocks away.
As a result of the relocation, the Omaha and Cedar Falls locations will close, consolidating the focus back to Beaverdale.
Despite the changes, the store plans to keep its core charm intact. Earl, an Australian Shepherd, the beloved store mascot, will continue to be a store fixture.
Dedication to maintaining their identity has helped Vinyl Cup achieve national recognition.
"I was at a show in Kentucky. Had a Vinyl Cup hat on. A guy come up to me and he was like, 'Vinyl Cup Records! Do you know that guy?' I am that guy," Dickens said.
The decision to move came after the announcement of Back Country’s closure after more than five decades in business.
Staying in Beaverdale was non-negotiable for Vinyl Cup.
"This is home for us," Dickens said.
The move is expected to take place in late May or early June.
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