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Are Physical Music Sales Really Making a Comeback in 2026?

For years, the narrative around music consumption has been fairly settled. Streaming won. Downloads faded. Physical formats became a niche curiosity kept alive by collectors and nostalgists. And yet, as we move through 2026, physical music is back in the conversation again. Not as a replacement for streaming, but as something else entirely. This article […]

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How to Know When You’re Ready to Print Physical Music

Thinking about dropping your next release on vinyl or CD? Here’s how to know if you’re ready… and how to make it worth it. This guide by Randi Zimmerman helps indie musicians determine whether they’re ready to take the leap into producing physical music formats like vinyl, CDs, or cassettes. It breaks down the prerequisites, […]