Sam Goody stores were largely discontinued years ago, with most converting to FYE or closing due to the rise of digital music, but the very last two locations (in Ohio and Oregon) were slated for closure in early 2025, marking the end of the iconic music retailer's physical presence in the U.S.. The decline resulted from changing consumer habits (streaming/online shopping) and the shift away from physical media.

Key Points on the Discontinuation:

Major Conversion: Most Sam Goody stores were converted into FYE (For Your Entertainment) stores between 2007 and 2008 by their parent company.

Final Stores: By late 2024, only two locations remained: one in the Ohio Valley Mall (St. Clairsville, OH) and another in the Rogue Valley Mall (Medford, OR).

Closure in 2025: Reports in late 2024 confirmed these final two stores were scheduled to close in early 2025.

Reasons for Decline: The shift to digital music, the decline of physical media, and general mall closures led to the chain's downfall.

While the brand name might still exist in some limited online capacity or as a trademark, the era of the physical Sam Goody store has effectively ended.