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On This Day: The First Compact Discs Went on Sale - October 1, 1982

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On this day, October 1, 1982, the first compact discs (CDs) went on sale in Japan, marking a groundbreaking moment in the history of music technology. This innovative format quickly gained popularity for its superior sound quality and convenience. CDs were released in the United States just a few months later, in March 1983.

Did You Know?
The first CD album sold in the United States was 52nd Street by Billy Joel, making it the cornerstone of the digital music revolution.

Who remembers when CDs first hit the shelves and transformed the way we listen to music?
 
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