The first album sold online was by what musical artist?
Sting
Madonna
Whitney Houston
Bruce Springsteen
Fact: Sting holds the distinction of the first album ever sold online. On September 27, 1994, his album Ten Summoner’s Tales was sold on the internet through a pioneering service run by NetMarket. At the time, digital distribution was virtually unheard of, and the transaction marked one of the first credit card transactions online — often cited as the very first retail transaction on the internet. Sting’s early involvement highlighted the potential of digital distribution years before platforms like iTunes and Spotify would redefine the music industry.
Correct Answer: Sting