Vinyl today is the Hard Medium that assists with keeping a Band / Performer afloat.
It is the revenues made through this merchandise sales, that enables them to exist and be able to grow their exposure.
The remuneration from streaming platforms is killing off natural born performers.
Collecting Vinyl and keeping it in the Cellophane, is a trend that is proving to be very good financially for struggling performers. These collectors are not with a concern for the pressing Quality, they just want Covers without creases.