WORLD RECORDS
2815 F Street
Bakersfield, CA. 93301
661-325-1982

Grateful to our customers for
41 Years as an Independent
Record Store!

Record Store Hours
Wednesday  through
Friday 11am – 5pm
Saturday 10am – 2pm

World Records is ready to help you get CDs, LPs, and tickets for our upcoming concerts.

Speaking of concerts, we have some big artists coming up:
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Rhonda Vincent and The Rage, Jim Messina, Mike Zito, Missy Raines + Robbie Fulks, Preacher Lawson Comedy, And More…
We will let you know when our June concerts go on sale:
Tom Russell – June 1,
Elvin Bishop – June 15
read more on our Upcoming Shows page…

Everyone wants to be proud of their town. But it takes effort to have a town to be proud of. And when it comes to World Records concerts, it takes a little effort, but the rest is really easy, and FUN, and INVIGORATING! The artists we select to feature at our theater, they are the foundation of the music version of the food pyramid – artists that aspiring artists draw inspiration from, recording artists, world-wide touring artists, artists whose life work is to spread meaning through music.

Next Shows!


Concerts In April!

Buy your tickets at World Records during business hours:
Wednesday – Friday 11 AM to 5 PM
Saturday 10 AM to 2 PM
• In Person: 2815 ‘F’ Street Bakersfield, CA
• By Phone: 661-325-1982

Rhonda Vincent and The Rage
Friday April 12, 2024
Tickets Now On Sale!

Rhonda Vincent and The Rage
– Live and Onstage @ World Records
Friday April 12, 2024

Famously crowned as “The New Queen of Bluegrass” by the Wall Street Journal, and the most decorated artist in that field. Vincent’s music incorporates savvy contemporary touches while drawing deeply from the authentic traditions of classic bluegrass, with a flawless band that can execute break-neck instrumentals to heart wrenching ballads.
Rhonda Vincent and The Rage are the most decorated band in bluegrass, with over 100 awards to their credit. Among their honors are a Grammy for Best Bluegrass Album; Song of the Year, Entertainer of the Year, and an unrivaled seven consecutive (plus an 8th) Female Vocalist of the Year awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association.
read more…

Jim Messina
Saturday April 13, 2024
Tickets Now On Sale!

Jim Messina
– Live and Onstage @ World Records
Saturday April 13, 2024

An undisputed expert in the fine art of making hit music, Jim Messina’s legacy of musical genius spans five decades, three super groups, a vibrant solo career and scores of producing and engineering credits.

While acting as producer/audio engineer for Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Buffalo Springfield, Messina ultimately joined the band as its bass player.  When “the Springfield” disbanded in 1968, Jim and fellow bandmate Richie Furay formed Poco. With Jim on lead guitar, Poco defined a new musical genre, Country Rock. Later, Loggins & Messina was formed and they released eight hit albums, had scores of hit songs and sold over 16 million albums.

After a series of celebrated solo acoustic tours, Jim formed a band made of acclaimed musicians who have played with him at various points in his career. Touring the country and playing sold-out shows, Jim says that he’s enjoying discovering who he is, where he’s been and, most significantly, where he’s going.

read more…

Hello there Ladies and Gentlemen –
Sure has been nice to have folks back in World Records, flipping through CDs and LPs, checking out the Boytone record players and Audio-Technica turntables, picking out seats for upcoming concerts, getting just the right color WR t-shirts, and filling out to-s and from-s on those World Records gift certificates that every music lover longs for.

It’s easy to use the World Records Upcoming Shows Page to get up to speed about the terrific artists we have selected for upcoming concerts.

So, I hope you have a few minutes to “meet” these artists, whether or not you come to the concert.  It’s important that you know why we think a visit by these artists make our town a little better.
Thank you for taking time to read and for being the reason our store and our concerts continue! 
Pat

We are a local, independent Record Store

World Records has a great selection of new CDs and LPs.
We LOVE tracking down Special Orders! 
We have a huge selection of Used Vinyl – already cleaned, graded, and sealed.
We also sell turntables, record players, t-shirts, and more.  

The only Record Store with a Theater in the entire USA!


Your Gathering – Book Your Event Now!

World Records Theater is a great venue for receptions, reunions, parties, meetings, school proms, or other social events.

Stimulating Interior  Vaulted ceilings, reclaimed brick walls, multi-level floor, large stage, and modern restrooms. Seats over 500 people for lectures or 290 guests at banquet tables.

• User Friendly Great location near Hwy 99, 178, and Golden State. Huge, well lit parking lot. Full kitchen. Beer and wine bar. Experienced team to help with planning and logistics.

Great Acoustics Our theater was built from the ground up to sound fabulous!

Call us today for details: 661-325-1982


Record Store  

Let our 41 plus years of experience work for you.

Are you thinking about some special music that you have been meaning to add to your collection?

Call us today: 661-325-1982  We can help!

Read more about World Records here.


 

Music is for ALL ages.

So is World Records,

the store AND its shows.