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The story
Founded by Sam Gutowitz in 1951.1
Private company
Sam Goody
Logo: Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons3
Entertainment retailer
Sam Goody is an American music and entertainment retailer, founded in New York City in 1951, named after its founder Sam "Goody" Gutowitz. In 1976, the chain was purchased by Musicland.2 It was founded by Sam Gutowitz.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated Oct 21, 2026.
Overview
1951Founded1
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Sam Goody is an American music and entertainment retailer, founded in New York City in 1951, named after its founder Sam "Goody" Gutowitz. In 1976, the chain was purchased by Musicland.2
Leadership
Who has led Sam Goody, and when. Pick a name to see everywhere that person has worked.
- FounderSam Gutowitz1
Timeline
- 1951Founded Founded1
Links
- WikipediaSam Goody
- More imagesWikimedia Commons
- WikidataQ7407535
Sources
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- 1WikidataSam Goody on Wikidata
- 2WikipediaSam Goody on Wikipedia
- 3Wikimedia CommonsSam Goody logo by unknown, Public domain
- 4Wikimedia CommonsSam Goody photo by Punkrawker4783, Public domain