Steve's Music Store Closes After 60 Years | Canada News

Montreal’s legendary Steve’s Music Store, a beloved family-run institution for over 60 years, has shut its doors for good—sending waves of nostalgia and grief through the city’s music community. The flagship store on Ste-Catherine East hosted its final day, packed with loyal customers hunting for last-minute treasures before the remaining inventory hits auction. Owner Michael Kirman, son of the founder, called the closure heartbreaking, likening it to losing a family member—and stressed the irreplaceable magic of physically testing instruments, where every guitar has its own soul. For decades, musicians have forged their sound here, passing down traditions and finding gear for bands. As the store fades, the auction looms, and the music scene mourns the loss of a cornerstone that embodied hands-on connection in an increasingly digital world. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ff607ba8072fee4e