Apple Music releases $450 book with top 100 albums

In November 2024, Apple Music launched a luxurious coffee table book showcasing its selection of the 100 best albums. Produced by the high-end print company Assouline, this 208-page volume is priced at $450 and is limited to only 1,500 copies worldwide. Each copy is intricately designed, featuring a custom translucent acrylic slipcase and gold gilded edges, making it an attractive collector's item despite its steep price. The book compiles the written content from Apple Music's digital list, as curated by Zane Lowe, their Creative Director. This release has generated mixed reactions, as fans debate its value and the implications of such an expensive product in the music industry.