Gen Z drives CD sales resurgence with retro appeal and deluxe releases

theguardian.com

CD sales are experiencing a resurgence this Christmas, driven by Gen Z's embrace of retro formats and deluxe album releases. Retailers report a 74% increase in CD player demand, with younger generations now purchasing more CDs than millennials, indicating a growing appreciation for physical media. This trend is supported by artists releasing physical editions and the lower cost of CDs compared to vinyl, alongside a market for secondhand discs.


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