Looking to the Future of Music, Junk Science Releases the Phoenix Down USB CD
Leslie Chen — May 20, 2011 — Tech
References: modernshark & coolhunting
Junk Science and Scott Thorough, a hip-hop group from New York, are releasing their Phoenix Down USB CD. Instead of releasing their album on a CD, they have opted for the more convenient and super small compact device of the USB.
In the form of a pixelated feather, the Phoenix Down USB CD will contain the group's full album, which includes instrumentals and acapella versions of songs, along with a folder of bonus remixes -- plus much more. The USB is soft, flexible and made of rubber.
Not only is the Phoenix Down USB CD a handy portable device, it also represents the trio's musical aesthetic with its pixelated appearance as they have "8-bit-heavy sound and lyrics," according to Cool Hunting.
As the popularity of the CD as a music storage device is decreasing, it seems like the USB is the next generation of album formats.
In the form of a pixelated feather, the Phoenix Down USB CD will contain the group's full album, which includes instrumentals and acapella versions of songs, along with a folder of bonus remixes -- plus much more. The USB is soft, flexible and made of rubber.
Not only is the Phoenix Down USB CD a handy portable device, it also represents the trio's musical aesthetic with its pixelated appearance as they have "8-bit-heavy sound and lyrics," according to Cool Hunting.
As the popularity of the CD as a music storage device is decreasing, it seems like the USB is the next generation of album formats.
Trend Themes
1. USB Albums - Opportunity for musicians to release their albums on USB devices instead of CDs.
2. Compact Music Storage - Increasing demand for small and portable music storage devices like USB.
3. Digital Album Experiences - Musicians incorporating bonus content and interactive elements in digital album formats.
Industry Implications
1. Music Industry - Opportunity for artists, record labels, and distributors to transition from CDs to USB albums.
2. Consumer Electronics - Growing market for compact music storage devices like USB drives.
3. Creative Design - Creating innovative and visually appealing USB album designs to enhance the music listening experience.
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