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Vinyl demand drives innovation at Nashville record-pressing plant
By Brendan Tierney at KGNS — Sitewide
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Aging Untold) — Vinyl records surpassed CDs as the most popular physical music format in 2022 for the first time in more than three decades, and a Nashville record pressing plant is working to keep up with demand. United Record Pressing, America’s oldest and largest record press...
Key takeaway (Aging Untold) — Vinyl records surpassed CDs as the most popular physical music format in 2022 for the first time in more than three decades, and a Nashville record pressing plant is working to keep up with demand.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The resurgence of vinyl records has significant implications for Laredo 's music scene, where local artists and fans alike are driving demand for physical music formats. As the largest record pressing plant in the US, United Record Pressing's innovative approach to combining old and new technology could potentially benefit Laredo musicians looking to produce high-quality vinyl records. With the plant's ability to customize records by color and pattern, local artists may have new opportunities to create unique and personalized products that reflect their brand and style. Furthermore, the fact that United Record Pressing handles multiple parts of the record production process, from creating lacquers to trimming records to size, could make it an attractive option for Laredo musicians seeking a one-stop solution for their vinyl needs. As the music scene in Laredo continues to grow, it will be interesting to see if local artists take advantage of United Record Pressing's services to produce and distribute their music on vinyl.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Aging Untold) — Vinyl records surpassed CDs as the most popular physical music format in 2022 for the first time in more than three decades, and a Nashville record pressing plant is working to keep up with demand. United Record Pressing, America’s oldest and largest record press...
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