Great news for music lovers and the economy this morning, as Hilco Capital announce their plans to open a new store at the old A-Wear premises on Dublin’s Grafton Street. The move follows the famous music chain's return to Henry Street last September and will see the creation of 35 new jobs. It brings the total number of HMV stores in Ireland up to seven, and the amount of people employed by HMV and Xtra-vision (also owned by Hilco Capital) here to over 1000.

An opening date will be announced shortly.

Larry Howard, CEO of Hilco Capital Ireland, says: “HMV returning to Grafton Street has been a priority for Hilco Capital, and we’re delighted to have secured this premises. We’re looking forward to bringing this iconic brand back to its spiritual home in Ireland.”