High Fidelity
The mix tape - the timeless sign that he, or she, might dig you, just a little. The mix tape seems to be a dieing concept, one that only exists in 1989 or in the classic John Cusack film, High Fidelity.
The dieing art still exists, even in today’s high tech world, but in a new form – the burnt CD. I have several burnt CD’s from past and current love interests. These CD’s, in some respects, are a message about whatever stage in the relationship we were at. This may seem like a cheesy or lame concept, and well it is.
But I love burnt CD’s. I love discovering the new music, artist and songs that each CD contains. I love the surprises it brings years after the fact.
The closest thing to a mix tape revival was The Hour’s “Operation Disc Drop”. For those of you who don’t know what this is check it out < http://www.cbc.ca/thehour/blog/drop.html > and participate. Revive the mix tape!
Mixing a CD should not be taken lightly. It is a serious process that requires thought. It is an art. In High Fidelity, Cusack’s character Rob Gordon gives the step-by-step guide to making the perfect mix tape. Tip one - start with an attention grabber.
