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In the 1980s, jukeboxes with 45s gave way to CD jukeboxes, then a generation later, to streaming ones.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

Age categories for over 45s, 50s, 55s, 60s, 65s and 70s for both men and women, saw thousands of players take part.

From BBC • Nov. 24, 2024

Today, original pressings of records featuring Father Yod — there were about 20 LPs and 45s released in the 1970s — sell for hundreds of dollars.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2023

After the heart of downtown is aglow, The Dusty 45s will rock the park with a live musical performance.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 24, 2022

Byron exploded through the front door with an armful of 45s and Momma right on his tail.

From "The Watsons Go to Birmingham" by Christopher Paul Curtis