Why young people are buying CDs they might never play
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For a generation raised on streaming, CDs are becoming collectables, keepsakes and a tangible way to connect with favourite artistes. (Envato Elements pic) PETALING JAYA: Compact discs are enjoying an unexpected revival among younger buyers. According to market-research firm Luminate , CD sales in the United States rose 16% in the first half of this year to 16.3 million units, with Gen Z and millennials driving much of that growth. (Free Malaysia Today, 08:00)
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Photo: Free Malaysia Today Free Malaysia Today·News·EN·7 Nov, 08:00 MYTWhy young people are buying CDs they might never play
For a generation raised on streaming, CDs are becoming collectables, keepsakes and a tangible way to connect with favourite artistes. (Envato Elements pic) PETALING JAYA: Compact discs are enjoying an unexpected revival among younger buyers.
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