Darkside Records in Poughkeepsie, NY is the Hudson Valley's largest brick & mortar independent record shop, three-time 'Best Record Store' BOHV winner and 2020 Chronogrammy 'best record store' winner. Located at 611 Dutchess Tpk (Rte 44), Darkside specializes in the sale of music, movies, video games, hifi audio equipment, gifts and more as well as hosting regular free, all ages events, charity/community outreach events, and live music. Customers praise Darkside's welcoming atmosphere, impressive selection, and knowledgeable staff. The store is well-organized and easy to navigate, with sections dedicated to various genres of music, movies, and video games. Customers have found the staff to be passionate about their offerings and happy to provide recommendations. Despite being based in Poughkeepsie, Darkside has built a loyal following, with one customer in Texas describing a "deeply personal and special" connection to the store due to its location in their grandmother's hometown. Customers consistently highlight the store's excellent customer service, prompt shipping, and attention to detail, making it a reliable and heartfelt destination for music and entertainment enthusiasts. Overall, Darkside Records is a beloved institution in the Hudson Valley, offering a one-stop shop for music, movies, and more, with a commitment to community engagement and a focus on providing an exceptional customer experience.
I ordered a very rare cd from Darkside records. It was a great value for an imported CD. They shipped it professionally and it arrived quicker than I thought. Also, thank you for the Darkside records sticker....I put that on my laptop. I highly recommend this record store!!!
June 2026
Great atmosphere for their new location. Clean and loving the aviance and color scheme.
June 2026
Cool record store with albums from pretty much all genres, new and used... Plus various other merch and music formats available for purchase. Staff is friendly and helpful.
