Ironically, vinyl is the one segment of the industry that well. It's been growing double-digits percentage wise every year for at least the last 6-7 years.
In 2010, vinyl sales were actually higher than in 1991, the last year the majors were distributing most releases on vinyl. 2011 looks like it could be up as much as 25% over 2010.
Why is this? Well, at least for me, it's a much better value proposition, despite being substationally more expensive. Full size art, much better sound quality, etc.
In 2010, vinyl sales were actually higher than in 1991, the last year the majors were distributing most releases on vinyl. 2011 looks like it could be up as much as 25% over 2010.
Why is this? Well, at least for me, it's a much better value proposition, despite being substationally more expensive. Full size art, much better sound quality, etc.