By: Jessica Lee
Built on a classic bromance story, a local antique store expanded half of its space into a record shop that shares classic vinyl records with the Jacksonville community
Castaways Vintage to Modern, once known primarily for its eclectic mix of antiques and vintage goods, has expanded its inventory to include a thriving record shop that occupies nearly half of the store. The business offers a wide range of items: vinyl records, art, furniture, crafts, gifts and a vintage boutique, while also providing booth rentals for local vendors to showcase rare and unique finds.
The owner, Jason Roth, took on the business by happenstance one day in 2025. He was driving by Castaways when he noticed a storewide clearance sign out front and stopped in because he was worried one of his favorite places might be closing. Inside, he learned that the previous owner planned to retire and shut down the business.
Since he took on the business, he revitalized the space by introducing new concepts while preserving its original charm. A key addition has been the record section, curated by David Luckin, a longtime music enthusiast with decades of experience in the vinyl industry.
Luckin manages the record section with his expertise dating back 50 years to his first job buying and selling records for a local record shop in downtown Rochester.
“50 years later, here I am doing the exact same thing…even selling some of the exact same records”—Luckin said.
David splits his time at Castaways with his job at WJCT News, where he hosts a weekly radio show that airs Saturdays at 9 p.m. On the show, he introduces a mix of downtempo, jazz, lo-fi, and much more.
Together, David and Jason have worked to expand the record section to transform it for both collectors and casual listeners. With plans to expand into a café, Jason sees a bright future that welcomes community, storytelling, and good vibes.