When Listening to Music Was a Team Sport

The Cooper Hewitt museum's exhibition pays homage to the iconic devices that played a central role in our musical experiences before the rise of streaming services. It showcases the evolution of music playback technology, from early phonographs to cassette players, highlighting their cultural impact and the communal joy they once brought. This exhibition is a timely reminder of how these machines once united people in shared musical experiences, emphasizing the shift in how we consume music today. It’s a reflective journey through the golden age of analog music technology.