Capitol Records Building Made into Condos





In light of EMI losses, Citibank, put the building up for sale yesterday.  The iconic structure, famous for its resemblance to a stack of old-fashioned vinyl records, is where groups like the Beatles signed their first US recording contracts. According to sources, the building will now be remodeled into condos and sold to the highest bidder.


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