Robert Plotnik, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Robert Plotnik

American record store owner

Date of Birth: 28-Aug-1943

Place of Birth: Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Date of Death: 29-Nov-2018

Profession: lawyer, businessperson

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Robert Edward Plotnik (August 28, 1943 – November 29, 2018), also known as Bleecker Bob, was the owner of an eponymous record shop first located on Bleecker Street in Manhattan, New York.
He became a legend in the music industry.
Known for his eccentric personality, he formed friendships with many celebrities.Plotnik was noted for recognizing changes in music, and his store was at the forefront of emerging rock genres, such as punk rock.
This often required him to import records from overseas that were not available in the United States.
Many rock stars were patrons of his shop, and Plotnik would often jeer them.
Guitarist Lenny Kaye met Patti Smith while he was working for Plotnik at Village Oldies. The wisecracking Plotnik and his shop were featured on a 1993 episode of Seinfeld, titled "The Old Man".