Farewell to the car CD player, source of weirdly deep musical fandoms

The linked article is about the decline of the car CD player and the unique music fandoms that emerged around it. It explores how the car CD player, once a ubiquitous feature, became a source of nostalgia and niche musical communities. The article highlights how the limitations of the car CD player, such as skipping and lack of instant access to music, fostered a deeper appreciation and connection between listeners and the artists they followed. As this technology fades, the article reflects on the impact it had on music culture and the potential loss of these specialized fandoms.