Spotify's recent annual report shows that music consumers are now coveting local music sung in local languages. In addition to Spanish the most popular languages are German, French, Korean, Hindi and Punjabi.

The music sector has become increasingly responsible. The latest innovation is the eco-record made from recyclable polyethylene terephthalate.

Helsinki will lose another record shop when Fuga, which specialises in classical music, goes online.

Much has been said in recent years about the increasing popularity of vinyl records. Now it seems that the CD is also making a slow comeback.

If statistics were to predict the music year 2024, one trend seems clear: the popularity of Latin music will continue to grow.