The Rise and Fall of a Music Powerhouse
Just saw this today at Ground Zero, Sacramento's 75 year old Tower Theater that had right next door, Tower Drugs where the founder, Russ Solomon, started what became a world-wide musical empire.
I was not surprised at the influence Tower had on the recording industry, particularly after they opened up their Sunset Blvd store in Los Angeles. Didn't realize though that many big recording stars such as Bruce Springsteen and Elton John shopped there.
It's a fascinating look not only at the rise and fall of Tower Records, but the recording industry's changes over the years.
You'll even see how the Beach Boys changed their sales focus.
If Tower Records was in your life, and chances are if you are over 30 it was, this is a must-see.
Kudos to Colin Hanks, who spent seven years on this project.
I was not surprised at the influence Tower had on the recording industry, particularly after they opened up their Sunset Blvd store in Los Angeles. Didn't realize though that many big recording stars such as Bruce Springsteen and Elton John shopped there.
It's a fascinating look not only at the rise and fall of Tower Records, but the recording industry's changes over the years.
You'll even see how the Beach Boys changed their sales focus.
If Tower Records was in your life, and chances are if you are over 30 it was, this is a must-see.
Kudos to Colin Hanks, who spent seven years on this project.
- wlb
- Nov 16, 2015