Philadelphia International Records Damaged by Fire

Early this morning, a 2-alarm fire broke out in the historic building located on Broad and Spruce Streets that is the home to Philadelphia International Records and Gamble and Huff recording studios. According to Philadelphia’s Action News, the fire started on the third floor at 7:30 a.m. and was under control within an hour. Master recordings created at the studio were kept offsite in a secure location and were unharmed by the fire. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.