Electronic Music record shop and distributors to Australia for almost 5 years Hardware have decided to close up shop, to continue putting time and effort into other endeavours. A few excerpts from their press release suggest the reasons why and what ahead for the Hardware brand:We at Hardware have a special announcement. On Friday 31st May, Hardware Records and Hardware Distribution will close it doors after almost 5 years of supplying Australia and particularly Melbourne, with the finest electronic music. The Hardware CD and newly commenced Clothing label will continue, and local sales of Hardware music will be available to stores via our friends at Shock Records. RA would like to wish Hardware the best in all their endeavours in the future.
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