Apple has a historical past of eye-popping value tags, however the firm is reaching new heights with a product that is not even a gadget. After Apple Music unveiled a listing of the 100 finest albums of all time earlier this yr, the streaming service is releasing a companion espresso desk e book. You may seize one of many 1,500 copies for a cool $450.
I discover these endeavors to rank and quantify artwork hilarious, as a result of music is subjective and private by nature. However folks do like to debate their very own creative opinions, so if that is your jam there’s lots to dig into with Apple Music’s evaluation. (And earlier than you ask, the highest spot was claimed by The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.) This explicit countdown was assembled by “Apple Music’s team of experts alongside an exclusive group of artists including Maren Morris, Pharrell Williams, J Balvin, Charli XCX, Mark Hoppus, Honey Dijon and Nia Archives, as well as songwriters, producers and industry professionals,” in response to the e book itemizing.
I am certain this limited-run hardcover shall be very lovely, and perhaps the liner notes analyzing every entry are deeply insightful. However I additionally surprise who would hassle to purchase it. In case you are a kind of 1,500 individuals who desires one, the e book is because of begin transport in January.