The National Recording Registry has added 25 new recordings, including the original cast recording of Hamilton, the Minecraft score, and a 1970 album by Miles Davis. Other additions feature artists like Elton John, Tracy Chapman, and Mary J. Blige, as well as historic broadcasts and unique sounds like the Microsoft Windows reboot chime. These recordings represent a diverse range of genres and cultural significance, showcasing America's rich history and artistic evolution. The oldest recording is from 1913, while the newest is the 2015 Hamilton cast album, reflecting a timeline of timeless art and cultural milestones.
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Tracy Chapman performs during the 66th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California, U.S., February 4, 2024. REUTERS/Mike Blake
FILE PHOTO: Elton John speaks during the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center Grand Opening Ceremony at the Stonewall Inn to mark the 55th anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall riots in Greenwich Village, New York, U.S., June 28, 2024. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz/File Photo
Mary J. Blige attends the CFDA Fashion Awards in Manhattan, New York City, U.S., November 6, 2023. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly
