And, despite being considered aesthetically and materially inferior to the vinyl record that came before it, the audio cassette is actually experiencing something of a resurgence – partly for sentimental reasons, but also because with gigs canceled, it's a smart way for smaller artists to monetize their work.

Why are cassette tapes making a comeback?

Cassette tapes are proving popular amongst music fans once again with sales figures rising in 2020. But what had led to a revival of the cassette tape? Alex Tadros, from Mars Tapes, believes one of the reasons for the comeback could be due to bands and musicians looking for alternatives to streaming platforms.

Are cassette tapes coming back in style?

Music cassettes are back. The vinyl resurgence has been keeping independent record stores alive for years, and it hit a milestone in 2020: Music fans spent more money on LPs than CDs last year for the first time since 1986. ... It's now also about cassette tapes, which are making a comeback.