A RECORD store in Worcester will close after its new owner said it was 'no longer a viable business option.'

We reported how the city's HMV will close its doors on January 25 after signs were spotted in the show window.

A spokesman from HMV said: “Regretfully we can confirm that HMV Worcester will be closing, despite our desire to continue trading in this location.”

The retailer was bought by Sunrise Records owner Doug Putman in February this year.

Neil Taylor, who looks after Mr Putman’s business interests in the UK, said “We are continuing to review our entire property portfolio and are working hard with landlords to ensure the long-term success for HMV.

“Unfortunately, on this occasion the store was no longer a viable business option for us under the lease terms, so we had no choice but to close it.

“The closure is no reflection of our superb staff, and we would like to thank them for their commitment and years of tireless service.”

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Worcester News readers had mixed views over the store's closure.

Wig-Man said: “It’s just that technology has made CDs and DVDs unnecessary as music and movies are easily streamed or downloaded.”

Tythingrun said: “I can’t remember the last time I bought a DVD, and as for CDs, Vinyl is now outselling the format for the first time since 1986. The future lies in streaming and independent record stores like Carnival Records in Malvern - my shop of choice for new and used vinyl.”

Lever arch file said: “Feel for the people who are losing their jobs.” Keri Longstocking said: “I walked in a few days ago and really struggled to justify any purchases knowing I can stream movies, download games, download music and so I brought a poster for my son.”

Neilius Coxius Egg said: “HMV hasn’t been relevant for years when it comes to music at affordable prices. They’ve tried to jump on the vinyl bandwagon too late.”

Bangers said: “What a shame, the last remaining record shop. Sad news for Worcester High Street.”