Why the Future Still Spins: Everything Sounds Better on Vinyl (And You Know It)

In a world of fleeting streams and endless skips, vinyl refuses to die — and in fact, it's thriving. But this isn’t just a story about nostalgia. It’s about craftsmanship, collectability, revenue, and cultural capital. From limited-edition runs and deluxe box sets to the resurgence of pressing plants and the intersection of analog audio with next-gen audiences, vinyl is more than a format — it’s part of the zeitgest.

This panel gathers leaders from both the creative and industrial sides of the vinyl ecosystem to explore why records continue to matter in 2025 — and how the format is evolving, from major indie releases to regional micro-pressings. Is vinyl the final frontier of tangible music, or is it becoming the industry's sustainable, fan-driven future?