A vinyl record revival might be pushing CDs into the background. In the past eight years, vinyl sales have increased drastically, outselling CDs by millions. As a long time collector of all things ...

Vinyl is booming, streaming services are more popular than ever, and we’re all depressed. This means one thing and one thing only: it’s time to reassess CDs. Yes, friends, you read that correctly. The ...

Owning CDs in 2026 may seem counterintuitive given the easy availability of a near-endless variety of music on streaming platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music. Unlike online music, physical discs ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. In case you haven’t heard, CDs are back. It’s time to ...

Discover the secret to organizing your vinyl collection without relying on Discogs.

Q: In my collection of Alan Jackson CDs, two appear to be unusual. One is “New Traditional,” released by Americana Records, which seems to consist of demos. The other is “Seven Bridges Road,” released ...