Physical Music Sales See Accelerated Growth in First Half of 2026, Led by Vinyl

Physical music sales have experienced accelerated growth during the first half of 2026, according to analysis of BPI figures by Music Week. Vinyl sales are the primary driver of this increase, with a year-on-year growth rate of 16.4%. The format is now rapidly closing the gap on CDs in terms of volume and is projected to become the leading physical format later this year, indicating a strong resurgence in physical media among consumers.