• The Rise and Fall of Columbia House

  • Feb 2 2024
  • Length: 14 mins
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The Rise and Fall of Columbia House

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  • Whether you're a nostalgic GenXer or just curious about one of the most intriguing chapters in music distribution history, this episode is your backstage pass to the story of Columbia House. Join Shawn Quinn as he takes Stacy Ryder deeper into the nostalgic era of Columbia House, the iconic mail-order music club that defined a generation. This episode takes you on a journey back to the golden age of 8-tracks, cassettes, and CDs, unpacking the meteoric rise and eventual decline of one of the biggest music distributors of the original subscription service. From the legendary "8 for a penny" deals to the shifts in the music industry that led to its downfall, Shawn and Stacy explore the impact of Columbia House on music consumption, culture, and the way we remember the GenX era. --- Hit that subscribe button so you never miss an episode, + Sign up for your weekly free GenX playlist form at GenX.FM No algorithms, no filler, just music. Stay Connected TikTok: @genxfm Instagram: @genxfm
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