The last 8-track cartridge was FM's Greatest Hits

[vermicious knid]

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There is a debate among collectors about what was the last commercially released 8 track by a major label, but many agree it was Fleetwood Mac's Greatest Hits in November 1988.[4]. The last 8-track tapes by major recording companies were from record and tape clubs in 1988 like RCA (BMG Music) and Columbia House (CRC).

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It is an interesting distinction to have. Personally, I have Rumours and Tusk on 8-track.

[amber]

Originally Posted by vermicious knid

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It is an interesting distinction to have. Personally, I have Rumours and Tusk on 8-track.

I kind of like that. It is like they are the only band cool enough to justify putting out an 8 track when they were way outdated.

We had an 8 track in our car, through my highschool years, way outdated. My dad found it, installed it, and found some good tapes in second hand stores. My faves were Sim and Garf greatest hits, Surrealistic Pillow, Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show, Bob Seger greatest hits.
Now, of course, they have super awesome stereos in their old ass cars.

[ragandbone]

Hey I want that 8 track, my mother still has a player in her '68 VW.
We only ever owned three 8 tracks: Allman Bros. "Brothers and Sisters", "Cat Stevens Greatest Hits", and Saint-Saëns Symphony no 3. the Cat Stevens was stretched, and "Moonshadow" sounded like it was sung by one of the chipmunks.

[Villavic]

humm.. i have a doubt. 8-track format was that kind of big cartridge.. or you talk a bout the open reel tapes?? I never knew cause i didn't use neither.

[marc402]

i had an 8 track machine when i was in my early teens but can't remember thebtitles i had at the time.
Does anybody here know actualy what tracks from greatest hits were selected for the 8 track release ?

[FrozenLove7]

I just think that is so cool, great to have on their belt. I only have Bella Donna on 8-track