World Music in San Francisco
Discover Sounds Beyond Familiar Borders
Explore vinyl spanning regional traditions and contemporary music, with precise guidance for listeners ready to hear something new.
Shop Questions
What kinds of records can I find?
Meridian Records focuses on world music records, with selections connected to different regions, traditions, artists, and styles. For a particular sound or artist, get in touch to ask what may be available.
Can you help me find a specific artist?
Yes. Share the artist’s name, region, style, or another detail you know. The shop can help you explore possible records and related listening, subject to what is available.
Do I need experience with world music to browse?
No. You can start with a style, instrument, region, or sound that interests you. Ask questions as you browse, and use the records as a starting point for discovery.
Can I ask about a record before visiting?
Yes. Contact Meridian Records with the record, artist, or musical tradition you’re looking for. Include any details you have so the shop can better understand your request.
Where is the shop located?
Meridian Records is in San Francisco, California. Check the shop’s current contact or location information before making a trip, since no street address is provided here.
Explore the Collection
Find records across regional traditions and contemporary sounds, selected for curious listeners and dedicated collectors.
Vinyl Records
Browse world music LPs across regions, traditions, and styles.
Music Discovery
Get thoughtful recommendations based on the sounds you enjoy.
Collector Guidance
Get help narrowing down records by artist, region, or style.
A More Informed Record Search
Explore a wide musical landscape with focused recommendations and a collection organized around sound, place, and tradition.
Regional Perspective
Explore recordings through their musical traditions, places of origin, and the artists who shape them.
Thoughtful Selection
Find traditional and contemporary sounds chosen to support discovery across world music.
Focused Guidance
Describe what you like, and get practical suggestions for artists, regions, and styles to explore.
Start Exploring
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Share Your Interests
Mention a favorite artist, instrument, region, or sound you want to explore.
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Browse Related Records
Explore records connected by musical style, tradition, or place.
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Choose Your Next Listen
Compare recommendations and select a record that fits your collection or curiosity.
Records Across Musical Traditions
Meridian Records is a San Francisco record shop centered on music from around the world. Browse records spanning regions, traditions, and styles, whether you’re following a favorite artist or starting somewhere new. The collection offers a way to explore the sounds and musical connections that make each listening session its own journey.
Finding a record can start with a country, an instrument, a genre, or simply a sound you want to hear again. Meridian Records helps listeners navigate those paths with informed, attentive guidance. Visit to browse in person, ask about artists and styles, and spend time choosing records for your next listen.
Find Your Next Listening Discovery
Visit the San Francisco shop to explore world music records and get recommendations tailored to your interests.