along with phonograph records in other formats, some of which were made of other materials, lps are now widely referred to simply as "vinyl". since the late 1990s there has been a renewed interest in vinyl. demand has increased in niche markets, particularly among audiophiles, djs, and fans of indie music, but most music sales as of 2018 came from cds, online downloads, and online streaming, because of their availability, convenience, and price.