Having endured the ups and downs of the business, it’s probably more steeped in music history than any other record shop in the city. From the tumultuous yet fascinating ‘60s to the digitally crazed ‘80s, Cheapo has truly seen it all.

Cheapo remains, for many true blue music fans, their first stop when visiting the Boston area.

A classic record store environment, Cheapo's vibe is equal parts cultural crossroads and music industry time capsule, one that would be sadly missed by those who've depended on Cheapo for solid deals on music for all these years.