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Did chart sales in the UK and US ever include sales of music cassette tapes and if so, over what period?

Question #152340. Asked by gmackematix.
Last updated Jan 03 2026.
Originally posted Jan 02 2026 1:52 AM.

maripp2002
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maripp2002
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Yes, cassette tapes were included in chart sales from the moment they were viable, starting at least as early as 1973. From 1983 to 1989 it was the primary format, initially passing vinyl records, and being overtaken by CDs.

(The link below is a fun way to watch the preferred media consumption change)
link https://www.aei.org/carpe-diem/animated-chart-of-the-day-recorded-music-sales-by-format-share-1973-to-2022/

link https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Record_sales

Jan 03 2026, 11:02 AM
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