Author Topic: When Was The Last Time You Bought a Music CD? (Read 4785 times)

XBB007 · « **on:** October 08, 2012, 08:03:38 AM »

I think I can honestly say the last CD I purchased was back in 2005 (Beastie Boys -To The 5 Burroughs). Don't understand how in this day and age of torrent downloads an artist can achieve gold (500,000 units) and platinum (1,000,000 units) status. I know there are some people who believe in "supporting the artist", but fuk that shit! You can pretty much download anything a week before the release date anyway. I have an app on my phone called Gtunes where you can download any song for free in a matter of 5 seconds. Questions, comments or concerns?

Jaime · « **Reply #1 on:** October 08, 2012, 08:06:08 AM »

What's your exact location? Just out of curiosity. ~~for rapid strike force deployment.~~

bigmikecox · « **Reply #2 on:** October 08, 2012, 08:09:17 AM »

I just went and bought The Mideducation of Lauryn Hill and The Chronic 2001

XBB007 · « **Reply #3 on:** October 08, 2012, 08:10:03 AM »

Quote from: Jaime on October 08, 2012, 08:06:08 AM

What's your exact location? Just out of curiosity. ~~for rapid strike force deployment.~~

_bruce_ · « **Reply #4 on:** October 08, 2012, 08:30:38 AM »

I usually buy LP's(heavily overpriced) of my favorite bands though I only have one favorite band

Other than that if I feel I really like a song I'll buy it on ITunes through someone. Give back to the folks that joy you - a very important principle.

Bosch · « **Reply #5 on:** October 08, 2012, 09:22:10 AM »

i think it was about 6 or 7 years ago. I've had about thousand cds, not counting mp3s.
And then i finally accepted that cds collecting is dead and stopped the madness. Still love the music though, not as furiuos as in student days, but still find the joy in it.

As for the musicians - they always had main part of income from live shows and i doubt it will ever change.

beverast · « **Reply #6 on:** October 08, 2012, 09:23:50 AM »

Roughly 2 weeks ago. The new Mono. And I'm going to order the new Godspeed You! Black Emperor as soon as it is available. I own over 700 CDs.

Nails · « **Reply #7 on:** October 08, 2012, 09:28:26 AM »

Tha Alkaholiks

X.O. Experience

July 3, 2001

Soul Crusher · « **Reply #8 on:** October 08, 2012, 09:40:45 AM »

Exodus - Fabulous Disaster

YngiweRhoads · « **Reply #9 on:** October 08, 2012, 09:42:14 AM »

Quote from: 333386 on October 08, 2012, 09:40:45 AM

Exodus - Fabulous Disaster

Great cd man.

The RedMeatKid · « **Reply #10 on:** October 08, 2012, 10:01:21 AM »

Quote from: bigmikecox on October 08, 2012, 08:09:17 AM

I just went and bought The Mideducation of Lauryn Hill and The Chronic 2001

Soul Crusher · « **Reply #11 on:** October 08, 2012, 10:01:50 AM »

Quote from: YngiweRhoads on October 08, 2012, 09:42:14 AM

Great cd man.

Its got some real gems

The Scott · « **Reply #12 on:** October 08, 2012, 10:04:14 AM »

Two days ago. Alison Krauss. I am a fan of Bluegrass music as well as traditional Celtic song. And of course, The Chairman of the Board, Frank Sinatra.

Tito24 · « **Reply #13 on:** October 08, 2012, 10:07:46 AM »

i just bought some cd's to fill up my car but with an usb port inside cd's became irrelevant.
i rather buy the live dvd to support the artist.

BB · « **Reply #14 on:** October 08, 2012, 12:32:21 PM »

About 2 years ago from an underground artist named Beardo. Offhand, I think in the last 6 years I've maybe bought 10 or so, manly just to show support to underground artists.

I still buy a lot of physical books though, I can't get use to reading a full book on a computer, etc....., but I must admit that it's getting tempting to buy a kindle due to space concerns.

WOOO · « **Reply #15 on:** October 08, 2012, 12:33:17 PM »

POB · « **Reply #16 on:** October 08, 2012, 01:25:57 PM »

You mean CDs that aren't blank?

WOOO · « **Reply #17 on:** October 08, 2012, 01:55:57 PM »

Quote from: POB on October 08, 2012, 01:25:57 PM

You mean CDs that aren't blank?

2003 for blank ones

stopped buying dvds shortly thereafter...

disc shaped media are for turds

Fortress · « **Reply #18 on:** October 08, 2012, 09:18:36 PM »

Approx. six days ago.

I still buy two or three CDs each week.

Big music fan ... and collector.

Soul Crusher · « **Reply #19 on:** October 08, 2012, 09:20:54 PM »

Quote from: Fortress on October 08, 2012, 09:18:36 PM

Approx. six days ago.

I still buy two or three CDs each week.

Big music fan ... and collector.

i still buy some CD's from Amazon just to have the hard copy if i like it.

I bough the Navy SEAL Cadence CD and workout to thast and wanted it just in case my ipod failed,, etc.

Fortress · « **Reply #20 on:** October 08, 2012, 09:25:13 PM »

For me, having an album as a digital file on my computer doesn't feel like I own the record.

Not only do I not have something physical with liner notes and artwork, but I HATE listening to music on my computer.

Nothing beats choosing a disc from my massive collection, putting it into my player and blasting it through badass speakers that shake the house.

BayGBM · « **Reply #21 on:** October 08, 2012, 10:09:30 PM »

Quote from: Fortress on October 08, 2012, 09:25:13 PM

For me, having an album as a digital file on my computer doesn't feel like I own the record.

Not only do I not have something physical with liner notes and artwork, but I HATE listening to music on my computer.

Nothing beats choosing a disc from my massive collection, putting it into my player and blasting it through badass speakers that shake the house.

When you're in a position to do so you'll link your digital collection to your home's audio system and you will love it! Imagine sitting in your bedroom, on your deck, or out by your pool (outdoor speakers) and controlling your tunes and playlists with your smart phone or tablet.

I own about 75 CDs mainly purchased when I was in college. The last CD I bought was: Michael in 2010. Before that it was Invisible in 2001. The last mp3 was bought about three days ago: "Boy from School" by Hot Chip. Most music is bought by people under 35.

Bam-bam · « **Reply #22 on:** October 08, 2012, 10:27:41 PM »

dont remember, but one thing I know, I have never, ever, payed for a mp3 file in my whole life.

EDIT: now that Im thinking, never payed for any form of software whatsoever, excluding the ones who came with my iphone and ipad, but they are already jailbreaked anyways

Roger Bacon · « **Reply #23 on:** October 08, 2012, 10:29:05 PM »

I've never bought a CD in my life.

Fortress · « **Reply #24 on:** October 08, 2012, 11:37:10 PM »

As long as CDs are being made, I will buy 'em.

An artist or group touring internationally usually requires financial support. If its record company doesn't make a dime from the product, the company will dump the band, and the band will be up shit creek.

The argument that bands make lots/most of its dough through tour merchandise might be valid, but it doesn't change the fact that budgets for recording, touring, etc. are hugely advanced with record company support. Like it or not.

Hey, I hate that the record companies have gouged the consumer to a crazy extent for decades, and they're justifiably finally feeling a kickback for such greed, but I also know their overall worth.

Musicians who provide me with music that means so very much to me deserve to be compensated for their work.

To be just another asshole screwing them over isn't what I want to be.