In Reply to: RE: 'All Things Must Pass' - Tower Records documentary posted by stringplay on July 18, 2016 at 11:28:33:
We had three Tower Records in San Diego by the '80s. But also other "major" chains such as several Wherehouses and at least a couple of Licorice Pizzas. Plus there were many independent stores selling new and/or used records and cassettes. By mid-decade add CDs, and major retailers such as Target and WalMart expanded their music sections.
But no doubt Tower ruled. They had the largest selection and usually had staff in each section who were knowledgeable and helpful, whether for newbies or dedicated shoppers looking for rare finds. They remained the busiest and frequently had lines at the registers.
It couldn't have been simply competition or the strongest would have survived. So other factors - failed business management? over extended financially? expansion of the internet and online shopping? changing tastes in the market? No simple answer I'm sure.
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