Back in the groove: why are vinyl records becoming mainstream again?
For the majority of the 20th century, vinyl records reigned supreme in the music world as they were one of the only widely available music formats. However, the craze for vinyl records slowly dwindled as its competition rose to fame throughout the late 20th and early 21st century.
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From the 1970s and 80s came the cassette tape and the CD. They were highly praised for their compact nature and ability to skip to specific songs. They are also portable - a game-changer for avid music listeners - and a lot cheaper than your standard vinyl record.
Digital streaming was then introduced in 2004, soaring to new heights in terms of popularity, and it started to seem as though vinyl records were completely wiped out. At this point, vinyl records represented...