Sassysoul Record

What is it? Founded by two owners, this shop feels more like a shared living room for those who cares about music than anything else. From first-pressing obsessives to those unboxing a first turntable, the mood is warmly domestic and records sit within easy reach.

Why we love it: Anime and soundtrack fans are particularly well catered for here, with a collection that speaks to city pop and end-of-century pop culture. While many stores default to jazz or rock, Sassy Soul gives generous space to Disney releases, Japanese anime scores and carefully sourced rare film soundtracks. Hip-hop, pop and R&B also hold their own, creating a catalogue that refuses to be boxed in – great when digging with friends who share different tastes. You can sample a record before deciding, which removes that faint anxiety of commitment and better still, the team welcomes visitors to bring along a favourite LP to play, share and discuss. 

Time Out tip: Searching for a hard-to-find pressing? Make use of the pre-order service. The shop is happy to source titles from abroad, extending your collection far beyond the neighbourhood.

Yaowarat 27, Chakkrawat, Samphanthawong. Open daily, 11am-7pm. Line: @sassy.soul