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A West Indian record shops takings have doubled since it moved with the help of West Midlands County Council. Alpha Records opened in June 1983 with the backing of a £ 5, 000 grant from the County Council. Now the shop run by Philmore Duke(left) and Tony McCook, has new premises in Victoria Street, Coventry.
6th September 1984
Coventry Telegraph Archive
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Media ID 21317829
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Business Coventry Entertainment Music Records Shop Vinyl
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A West Indian record shop experiences a remarkable surge in profits after relocating with the support of the West Midlands County Council. Alpha Records, established in June 1983, received a generous grant of £5,000 from the council to kickstart its operations. Now under the management of Philmore Duke (left) and Tony McCook, this vibrant music haven has found new premises on Victoria Street in Coventry. The photograph captures an exciting moment during this pivotal era for Alpha Records. The year is 1984, and as young people flock to the store seeking their favorite vinyl records, business booms like never before. This snapshot showcases not just a thriving business but also represents the cultural significance of music within Coventry's youth community. Alpha Records caters to diverse musical tastes and serves as a hub for entertainment enthusiasts across genres such as reggae, soca, calypso, and more. Its success story symbolizes how local government initiatives can empower small businesses while fostering cultural expression. This image transports us back to an era when physical record shops were at their peak popularity – where passionate conversations about music filled every corner. It reminds us that even amidst technological advancements and changing consumer habits today; there will always be something special about browsing through stacks of vinyl records in search of that perfect sound.
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