GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Statistics About The Most Popular Vinyl Records

The most popular vinyl records typically include classic albums from iconic artists such as The Beatles, Pink Floyd, and Led Zeppelin.

Last Updated: June 23, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we will explore the most popular vinyl records based on recent statistics, including best-selling albums, top-selling records, revenue figures, and trends in the vinyl industry. From Taylor Swift to The Beatles, and from Adele to Nirvana, we will uncover the key insights into the thriving world of vinyl records. Join us as we dive into the fascinating realm of vinyl music collections and their enduring appeal in the digital age.

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"In 2020, Taylor Swift's album "Folklore" was the best-selling vinyl album."

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""Back to Black" by Amy Winehouse is the UK’s best-selling vinyl album of the 21st century."

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""Abbey Road" by The Beatles was the top-selling vinyl record of 2019."

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"Arctic Monkeys' "AM" is one of the best-selling vinyl records of recent years in the UK."

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"Adele's "25" was one of the best-selling vinyl records of the 2010s."

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"Nirvana's "Nevermind" frequently ranks among the most popular vinyl records."

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"Vinyl LP sales grew by 108% in the first half of 2021 compared to the same period in 2020."

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"27.5 million vinyl records were sold in the US in 2020."

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"The top five best-selling vinyl records in 2020 included albums by Harry Styles and Billie Holiday."

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"Queen's "Greatest Hits" album consistently ranks among the top-selling vinyl albums."

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"The Record Industry Association of America (RIAA) reported a 29.2% increase in vinyl revenue in 2021 compared to 2020."

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"UK vinyl sales increased by 11.5% in 2020."

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"Fleetwood Mac's "Rumours" consistently appears in the top 10 vinyl album sales."

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"Vinyl outsold digital album sales in Britain's 2021 Holiday sales period."

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"The best-selling vinyl album of all time is "Thriller" by Michael Jackson."

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"Vinyl record sales surpassed CDs for the first time since the 1980s in 2020."

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"David Bowie's "The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars" continues to be a top-selling vinyl record."

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"The vinyl version of Billie Eilish's "When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?" sold 78,000 copies in its first week."

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"As of 2021, vinyl records generated $619 million in revenue in the US."

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"Vinyl albums now make up over 50% of physical album sales in the United States."

The statistics presented clearly show a significant resurgence in the popularity of vinyl records in recent years, with notable album sales by artists such as Taylor Swift, Amy Winehouse, The Beatles, and Adele. The consistent presence of iconic albums like “Nevermind” by Nirvana and “Greatest Hits” by Queen further demonstrates the enduring appeal of vinyl records across generations. With substantial increases in vinyl sales revenue and market share in both the US and UK, it is evident that vinyl has cemented its position as a dominant force in the music industry.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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