Vinyl Records See Revival in India as Young Buyers Embrace Analog Sound
For decades, vinyl records were the primary medium for music in India, but they were largely replaced by cassettes, CDs, and streaming services. Now, a new generation is rediscovering the analog format, driving a resurgence in sales and interest.
Abdul Razzak, who opened Royal Music Collection in Mumbai's Fort area in 1979, has witnessed the entire journey. “Vinyl records were popular for decades, but around 1990, production largely stopped. Then, around 2010, we started seeing a revival,” he says. Many of today's customers belong to a generation that never grew up with vinyl, yet they are embracing it.
The trend is reflected in market data. According to IMARC, the Indian vinyl record market was valued at $62.1 million in 2024 and is projected to reach $112.5 million by 2033.
Comparing digital and vinyl, a customer named Sipamihalani says, “It's like the difference between reading a book and watching the movie adaptation. Both tell the story, but one requires you to invest more of yourself in the experience.”
The revival is also being felt among DJs and venue owners, who report increased demand for vinyl records and events centered around analog music.
