# CDs Are Alive and Well in Music

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Podcast: [Hip-Hop News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hip-hop-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7635865)
Published: 2026-06-24T15:28:05+00:00
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## Resource

When producer Mike WiLL Made-It casually mentioned CDs, he reignited a wave of nostalgia—and sales. While streaming dominates music revenue, physical formats like vinyl and CDs are thriving, with vinyl hitting nearly 48 million units this year and CDs still pulling in hundreds of millions. Artists like J. Cole are cashing in, with over 100K physical copies sold—80K vinyl—proving fans still pay to own music they can hold. WiLL’s signature trap beats helped shape the sound of the era, from Gucci Mane to Kanye West. It’s not just nostalgia—it’s proof that in a digital world, tangible music still commands loyalty and cash. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f7878199379c40ee

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