Reckless Records

The West End


This small independent record store has hardly changed since it opened in 1984. Even this far into the 21st century, Reckless is still stuffed with people rifling through secondhand records and CDs. The shopfront was shown on the album cover of iconic British band Oasis, (What's The Story) Morning Glory?, on display in the front window.


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