Blockbuster to move into music as part of revival plan

Tom Pakinkis

Blockbuster’s new owners are planning to move the High Street entertainment brand into the world of music - with former HMV commercial director Gary Warren appointed to lead the business.

Speaking to Retail Week, the chief executive of restructuring firm, Gordon Brothers Europe, Frank Morton said that the store would also expand into related categories including accessories such as headphones.

Gary Warren is to fill the role of Blockbuster managing director.

While he recognised that both DVDs and music ...

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