As Other Music Retailers Fail, Rough Trade Plans To Open Megastore

2 Responses to “As Other Music Retailers Fail, Rough Trade Plans To Open Megastore”

1. edward
   Posted from: 88.24.96.16

   March 28th, 2007 at 11:09 am

   With itunes chipping away at CD sales, selling music is becoming harder for retailers. Getting customers back in stores is something that french owned entertainment retailer Fnac are trying to overcome. When you arrive in a Fnac store you would not think anything different about this music store. Fnac stores are usually pretty large They are however always very furnished; they avoid the “industrial manufacturing plant” appearance common to supermarkets. Unlike some retail chains, Fnac staff are often knowledgeable in the specialist areas. What I like is the cool factor. The coffee bar is an essential part of the store, allowing people to relax and take in the music played in store. or you can take a seat in the performance area, watch a film, a local band perform, or a puppet show for the children. These are just a few of the regular events that the store puts on for it’s customers.
2. Randall
   Posted from: 69.105.72.9

   May 10th, 2008 at 12:56 am

   I drive by the former San Francisco Rough Trade record shop location occasionally, great memories. Seems only a matter of time before the local Virgin Megastore packs it’s bags. Can’t say I’d invest in a mere ‘megastore’ idea, but if Rough Trade has got some of the qualities Edward has indicated, plus the venue aspect, I’d walk in to listen.

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