Independent Record Stores Ride the Vinyl-Revival Wave.

The article discusses the resurgence of independent record stores in the face of declining demand for physical music formats. It highlights the experiences of record store owners, such as Fred Bohn Jr. of The Attic near Pittsburgh, who faced challenges in the early 2000s due to the rise of digital music and online sellers. However, Bohn's faith in the long-term value of vinyl records paid off as demand for vinyl revived, attracting both young and old customers. The article emphasizes the importance of independent record stores in the retailing of recorded music, as chains have largely disappeared. It also mentions other notable independent record stores across the United States. The article concludes by highlighting the unique appeal of vinyl records and the enduring interest in them. [Extracted from the article]