phonomania

/fɒnoʊməˈniːə/

Definitions

1. noun

A period of time during which there is a widespread enthusiasm for or interest in music.

“The city experienced a period of phonomania for rock music in the 1970s.”

2. noun

A craze for phonograph records, especially in the 1920s.

“The phonomania for jazz records led to a significant increase in sales for local record stores.”

Synonyms

  • craze
  • frenzy
  • mania

Antonyms

  • apathy
  • disinterest