Discogs 2025 Report: Taylor Swift’s ‘Showgirl’ Leads Vinyl Surge

Discogs has released its annual Year in Review data. The report details the most collected vinyl and CDs in 2025. It provides a clear snapshot of the physical media market. The data comes from the platform’s global user base.

The findings reveal a fascinating split in collector habits. While new releases dominate the top albums list, classic rock legends rule the artist rankings. This trend highlights the dual nature of today’s vinyl market.

New Albums and Classic Artists Dominate Lists

Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl” was the top album globally. This information comes from the Discogs data compilation. Lady Gaga’s “Mayhem” and Sabrina Carpenter’s latest work also ranked highly.

Recent releases from The Weeknd and alt-metal acts made the top ten. Deftones and Sleep Token had strong showings. Tyler, the Creator and Kendrick Lamar represented hip hop on the list.

Legacy Acts Show Unwavering Collector Appeal

Globally, the most collected artists were primarily from past decades. Acts like The Beatles, Pink Floyd, and Bob Dylan dominated. Taylor Swift was the only modern artist in the top collected artists list.

This indicates a robust market for vintage pressings. According to Rolling Stone, Discogs is a key hub for such collectors. The site tracks niche details like vinyl weight and matrix numbers.

The 2025 Discogs data confirms vinyl’s powerful comeback. It shows a market driven by both contemporary superstars and timeless legends. The collector community continues to grow globally.

Thought you’d like to know

What is Discogs?

Discogs is an online database and marketplace for music collectors. It was founded in 2000. Users can catalog collections and buy or sell physical media like vinyl and CDs.

Which new albums were most popular in 2025?

Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl” was the top album. Lady Gaga’s “Mayhem” and Sabrina Carpenter’s “Man’s Best Friend” also ranked highly. The Weeknd’s latest release was on the list too.

Did any older releases make the top albums list?

Yes, Pink Floyd’s “Live at Pompeii” was a top album. Post Malone‘s “Tribute to Nirvana” concert album also charted. Most top albums, however, were from 2025.

Who were the most collected artists overall?

The most collected artists were legacy acts like The Beatles and Pink Floyd. Bob Dylan and The Rolling Stones were also top artists. Taylor Swift was the sole modern act in that global ranking.

How does Discogs compile this data?

The Year in Review uses data from the Discogs platform itself. It analyzes collection and sales activity from its global user base. The report breaks down trends by region as well.