Laser's Edge

Laser's Edge Compact Discs was an independent music store specializing in compact discs located at 2825 18th Street South in Homewood. It was opened on June 29, 1991. Co-owner Fred Osuna took over full ownership of the business in 2000.

In addition to top selling discs and pop hits, the store carried an extensive inventory of classical, jazz, soul, country, and world music titles. The store also stocked dozens of box sets and music-related DVDs. Well-equipped listening stations allowed customers to sample music in the store. The store was also well known for its support of local musicians, ranging from garage bands to the Alabama Symphony Orchestra, and for its in-store concerts.

Osuna was forced to reduce staff in October 2004. Facing uncertainties in the retail music business, Osuna decided in late 2007 not to renew his 5-year lease and to close the business. He announced on November 1 that the store would close at the end of the year.

Reference

• Harvey, Alec (November 1, 2007) "Laser's Edge closing at year's end." The Birmingham News
• Colurso, Mary (November 9, 2007) "Owner closes CD store before losing his edge." The Birmingham News

External links

• Laser's Edge leftovers weblog