Vinyl album sales in the United States hit 49 million in 2023. That’s a huge increase from the annual sales of less than five million that persisted between 1995 and 2010. Record collectors often turn to online stores to discover vinyl albums—and they’re buying everything from Taylor Swif...
There's a reason why some countries export more good music than everywhere else, and it’s down to the health of their independent label scene. But what are the secrets to starting and running a successful record label, and how can you avoid the classic
Organisation is key when storing your music and looking after them. It's easy to damage vinyl records if you don't store and handle them correctly. A scratch to the surface can ruin the playability of the record, not to mention the value. When handling the vinyl try not to touch the ...
Through iTunes, you can buy individual tracks, albums, and even older formats like CDs and vinyl (converted to digital files). However, movies and TV shows have been moved to the Apple TV app, making iTunes a hub primarily for managing audio content. While Apple Music doesn’t deal with...
You can find out how much your old albums are worth with a little education and research. Old records vary greatly in price due to their rarity, condition and the popularity of the artist. The prices paid for rare vinyl tend to constantly go up as the value of common records gradually de...
Music Connect from Collectorz.comis a software that helps you catalog CDs, vinyl records, and music files downloaded on your PC or Mac. It automatically downloads album details, track lists, and cover art. The tool allows users to sort and search their collection by various criteria and offe...
Here's how vinyl releases before the streaming date can tap superfans of artists, driving word of mouth and revenue.
Mail-order record clubs: Would you believe… 13 records or tapes for $1.00? (1979) TAKE YOUR PICK:12″ stereo records, 8-track cartridges,tape cassettes,reel-to-reel tapes 11 albums for a dollar – Columbia House 8-track tapes and vinyl records (1977) ...
"You don't know that people are going to 40 years later call you up and say, ‘Can you talk about this record from 40 years ago?’" That was Cory Robbins, former president of Profile Records, reaction to speaking to Grammy.com about one of the first albums his then-fledgling label ...
KAIU Vinyl Record Cleaning Solution 3-in-1 Supplies Kit $9.25 Buy Now On Amazon If you’ve cleaned up the surface of your albums, but still hear a lot of clicks and pops, it’s time to deep clean your records. KAIU’s 3-in-1 kit includes a bottle of alcohol-free cleaning soluti...