I used to record a lot of my favorite music off of the radio, too.
When I was younger I would always buy my favorite band's albums on the day of their debut, as well.
And I would buy concert tickets weeks, or even MONTHS in advance.
But now I have to be a little more realistic.
If I have to but USED copies of CDs, I do it.
Or I order things from Amazon, to save money.
And as frustrating as it is, I can't go to NEARLY as many concerts as I used to...