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The Vinyl Hits are Still Spinning on Rochester’s Record Row
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The Vinyl Hits are Still Spinning on Rochester’s Record Row

Record Row is the site of three remarkable record shops: Bop Shop Records, Needle Drop Records, and the Hi Fi Lounge. Each shop is unique; they have their own flair, elevate different genres of music, and contain nuanced specializations that set their stores apart. All shops sell vinyls, CDs, and other wonderful collections, but no two shops are alike.

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Never a Bad Time at Bar Bad Ending
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Never a Bad Time at Bar Bad Ending

In many ways, Bar Bad Ending pays tribute to thirsty night owls and uplifts the fringes of the local music scene. It’s underrated but glorified, it is edgy but warm and welcoming because at its core, it is a community space where members gather over a few drinks, a few laughs, great food, and live to jam the night away.

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Mosaic Foundation Brings a Message of Unity to Three Heads Brewing in NOTA
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Mosaic Foundation Brings a Message of Unity to Three Heads Brewing in NOTA

Mosaic Foundation is a remarkable band whose music revolves around syncopated rhythms and beats that match perfectly with a lively keyboardist and skilled guitarist. Mosaic Foundation’s music is powerful. The group’s style lures the crowd to the dance floor, keeps the audience engaged, and keeps the room flowing with a calming yet energetic and upbeat presence.

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Swillburg’s Refreshing Northern Chinese Cafe, ‘Crepe and Go’

Swillburg’s Refreshing Northern Chinese Cafe, ‘Crepe and Go’

From the street side on Clinton, Crepe and Go may appear as a clandestine storefront, unassuming, and easy to miss. However, a side entrance that allows for easy access from the parking lot, and is somewhat reminiscent of similarly clandestine Chinese restaurants in Chinatown, L.A. A more adventurous eater who enjoys authentic and affordable Chinese cuisine will leave this artsy cafe-style restaurant thrilled and satiated.

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