Legendary Music and Electronics Store J&R to Close for Renovations

Legendary New York electronics and music store J&R to close for renovations.

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Long after most record stores have closed and big box franchises have come to dominate New York, J&R Music and Computer World has remained a downtown institution and beloved New York icon.

According to The New York Post, however, big changes are underfoot for the music and technology mega-store. Owners Joe and Rachelle Friedman say it's time to modernize and adapt, but that doesn't mean the store is shuttering for good. 

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While a few months without J&R's renowned selection is going to be a bummer, it should be interesting to see exactly how the Friedmans choose to update the store.

[via The New York Post]

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