Sam The Record Man will be closing their doors for good in late June. Sad news but a sign of the times as the digital world begins to take it's toll on old retail giants who are long past their time.
“We are making a responsible decision in recognizing the status of the record industry and the increasing impact of technology,” said Bobby Sniderman, son of founder Sam Sniderman, in a press release.
We'll miss you Sam and all that you did for the recording industry and Canadian music. Your presence on Yonge Street will be missed by many.
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Finally, a music business that recognizes change in the air and bows out with grace. Now if only the RIAA would come to the same conclusion.