London Music

HMV, 150 Oxford St. (☎0845 602 7800; www.hmv.co.uk), Oxford Circus. Also at 40 King St. (Covent Garden). 3 massive floors with a huge range of new vinyl, especially dance music. Music madness done right. Games department has playable consoles from every game maker. Wheelchair-accessible. Hours vary by store.
Virgin Megastore, flagship 1 Piccadilly Piccadilly Circus. 13 branches including 213-219 Camden High St. (☎7482 5307; Camden Town) and 62-64 Kensington High St. (☎7938 3511; High St. Kensington). Covers the entire musical spectrum, including related books, magazines, and posters, DVDs, videos, and computer games. Internet cafe on ground fl. (£1 per 50min. before noon, £1 per min. after noon). Wheelchair-accessible. Hours vary by store.

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