back catalogue

The term "back catalogue" refers to the collection of an artist's or company's past works, often highlighting their historical significance or continued availability.

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Definition

B2Arts and Entertainment

(informal)The collection of an artist's or band's past works, including albums, songs, or performances.

Example

  • Fans often explore an artist's back catalogue to discover their earlier music.

B2Publishing

(formal)All the books or publications released by an author or publisher over time.

Example

  • The author's back catalogue includes several bestsellers from the 1990s.

B2Business

(formal)A company's previous products or services that are still available for sale or reference.

Example

  • The software company's back catalogue features many classic programs still used by customers today.