Sick City Records Faces Potential Closure Amid Financial Struggles
Sick City Records, a long-standing record shop in Echo Park, Los Angeles, is facing the threat of closure due to financial difficulties. Co-owners Jesse Lopez and Brian Flores have been operating the store for nearly 20 years, offering a unique combination of rare vinyl records, vintage band tees, and barber services. However, the shop has been hit hard by rising rent costs and a decline in foot traffic, exacerbated by events such as local fires and ICE raids. The shop's financial situation reached a critical point in October, with the owners falling two months behind on rent. In response, they have initiated several fundraising efforts, including a GoFundMe campaign and collaborations with local artists, to keep the business afloat. 
