Endless Horizons Records & Tapes Inc., a beloved record store in Odessa, has announced its permanent closing. The store took to Facebook on Saturday, October 7th, to share the news with its loyal customers. In the announcement, the store revealed that its last day of operation will be October 21st.
"It is with a heavy heart that we announce that October 21st will be our last day of operations," the store wrote in the Facebook post. Despite the sadness surrounding the closure, the store expressed gratitude for being able to serve the community for 48 years. The post encouraged customers to visit the store during its remaining days and create final memories together.
The Facebook post also shed light on the store's unsuccessful plans to relocate. "We were hoping to relocate but due to continued lack of sales, the rising cost of commercial real estate in this area and various other financial issues that have compounded since the pandemic, we were not able to make that happen," the post explained.
In response to the announcement, customers flooded the comments section with messages of nostalgia and gratitude. Many shared their fond memories of visiting the store throughout the years. One commenter, Michael Everett, reminisced, "End of an era...and sad to see. I was there all the time back in the 80s." Another commenter, Angel Martinez, expressed their disappointment, saying, "So sorry to hear you are closing your doors!! I visited your store when I worked in the oil fields. Never walked out of it empty-handed."
With just a few weeks left before its closure, Endless Horizons Records & Tapes Inc. will be open from 9am to 9pm Monday through Saturday, and on Sundays from noon to 5pm. The store is also offering a 50% off sale on all items as a farewell gesture to its loyal customers.
The closing of Endless Horizons Records & Tapes Inc. marks the end of an era for the Odessa community. For nearly half a century, the store has been a gathering place for music lovers and a pillar of the local music scene. As the community says goodbye to this beloved establishment, they are sure to cherish the memories and impact it has had on their lives.