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.
diamonds replied:
OMG i loveee the mix tape…the primo reason a mixed tape is so meaningful is that you know thought, time and effort went into it…in this day of instant satisfaction anyone can go out and get a gift…the thought that goes into choosing the songs of a mixed tape is the sweetest idea ever to me..
you can’t pick every song you want, so how do you cut it down? what’s the message you’re trying to send? it’s not easy making a mixed tape or cd…the effort could cause anyone anxiety for months seeing as once its out there its out there…its a representation of who you are and what the person you give it to means to you…great post!! the mixed tape, i think i might just go make one right now
August 29, 2008 at 4:15 am. Permalink.