The music scene is changing so fast that technology like the compact disc, which only recently replaced tapes and records, is being phased out by downloadable music and MP3s. What this means for the music industry in the long term is unknown. Many people under 25 may never purchase CDs, while older music listeners already comfortable with CDs may continue to by them -- as long as they remain available. In the near future it means that music downloads will continue to become more and more popular as both young and old adapt to the latest music technology.
