When Tower Records opened on the 8800 block of Sunset Blvd on the Sunset Strip in 1971, it became an instant landmark that the Guinness Book of World Records recognized as the “largest record store in the world.” What was there before quickly slipped into obscurity. So I was happy to come across this photo of what was once on that site. This circa 1950s shows us that one incarnation was Jack’s On The Strip, home of The Big Jackburger. Behind the sign was can glimpse a Texaco gas station on what looked like a dark, wet night.
I’m pleased to see that the building we can see in the background at the Holloway Drive intersection is still with us. This image is from November 2021.
The Al Herd Real Estate offices also made a short film featuring Beverly Hills homes for sale.
https://imgur.com/AjhaaIW
https://youtu.be/ox07dtO5HGc
Thanks for this. As per usual, Yuma’s onto it!
Man, my head is spinning in this zone. That famous Licorice Pizza location was nearby (still haven’t seen that film which usurped the name) where the bands came to get publicity. Tracked it all back to original furniture shop, but might need a timeline map to put every image into perspective. A lot happened in this block or so. You could almost live your entire life without have to go beyond a few blocks.The only thing missing was a supermarket.
Thanks very much for posting this. Jack was my dad. Jack Crouch.
Hi Robert, oh wow, you’re Jack’s son! I’m so very glad you found this post. Thanks for stopping by!