Since we're in the mood to talk about music - and inspired by @bigbeans recent acquisition of a massively ginormous von Karajan set - what are your Best Compilations for Artist [Re]Discovery?
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Haha cheers!
Yes, this is by far the most daunting music acquisition but definitely first class. So excited for it to arrive.
I still can't believe that something like that exists! 
theintention
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Ugh there are several hundred artists I love that need to do this, the money I would spendHaha cheers!
Yes, this is by far the most daunting music acquisition but definitely first class. So excited for it to arrive.
Gorgeous collection
Partly to celebrate the anniversary of the Cooler and it has been a while since I posted any work here.
This year has been productive thus far.
Here are six things I made that continue the exploration of resin, as an ingredient in mixed media pieces.
In order of creation, all 2024.
This year has been productive thus far.
Here are six things I made that continue the exploration of resin, as an ingredient in mixed media pieces.
In order of creation, all 2024.
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This sketch was so freaking hilarious.
drftr
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Are you familiar with the Mozart 225 box?I still can't believe that something like that exists!
I could post the tracklist here but then the internet is full
Superb, Todd!!!Partly to celebrate the anniversary of the Cooler and it has been a while since I posted any work here.
This year has been productive thus far. Here are six things I made that continue the exploration of resin, as an ingredient in mixed media pieces.
In order of creation, all 2024.
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PinkyPowers
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Awesome news! Andrew is sending me the Aroma Jewel for review! Can't wait to hear this thing!
Fabulous! I love how creative you are!Partly to celebrate the anniversary of the Cooler and it has been a while since I posted any work here.
This year has been productive thus far.
Here are six things I made that continue the exploration of resin, as an ingredient in mixed media pieces.
In order of creation, all 2024.
Good stuff. Looking forward to your impressions!
thaslaya
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No one could keep it together either which just adds to it. Definitely a highlight of recent SNL.
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Some of the best SNL sketches were the ones that broke the cast. Like the Debbie Downer Disneyland one, etc.
UnknownOperator
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Firstly, I would separate "Psychedelic" from the others, as to me Psych is much more in line with Indie Rock, and is often made (intentionally) with much lower production value than the other Electronic genres.
Otherwise, especially with EDM, House, Trance and the many, many other Dance/Electronic variants, its much more of a feel of the music, typically from the 4x4 bass synths and percussion inherent to those genres, layered with synths and other effects all up and down the FR curve. A wispy female vocal often does not go astray either.
One thing that elevates most electronic music in the hobby for me is that it is made with at least above average, and more typically top-quality recording & production, which translates extremely well to listening with top-quality gear. If you want to hear how technical a given IEM or headphone is, then electronic music will often allow you to really push those limits.
Off the top of my head, or playlist, here's something I've really enjoyed recently:
I'm sure @Scubadevils will have plenty of other examples to share.
The extended mix of “Go on” has been a feature of my test tracks playlist for a few months now.
UnknownOperator
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Yep. As I just commented on the extended mix of A.S.O.’s “Go On” becoming a staple of my test tracks playlist, the hi res FLAC of “Dark & Long” is one of the first few tracks I go to for sub bass and soundstage calibration. And it factored into my analysis of the Monachaa and Alter Ego as driven by the R8II. The Monachaa is incredible fun with that song.I listen to lots of genres myself and often in 'play all songs / shuffle mode' on my daps to keep it as varied as possible. So a soft pop song by London Grammar or Damien Rice can easily be followed by a rock song from Opeth or Nine Inch Nails for instance...
For me there's only one golden rule for the music that I listen to: there has to be some sort of melody (or else I would probably get bloody nervous, while listening) in the music!
Now, I also have some EDM albums on my daps and these are some of my personal favorites.
James Holden...
Joris Voorn...
But also some imo legendary 'classic' albums from Underworld...
Anyway, maybe there's something for your taste (or for anybody else out here) as well, to try...
Good luck with your search and happy listening!
$400 Pilgrim, $800 Pilgrim Noir, $1600 Diva, $3000-$3200 Annihilator, $5000-$6000+ Dio?
Hopefully the pattern of doubling doesn't continue and Dio would stay in the $5000 range and no more than $6000.
And yes, I'm stratospheric. Thank you
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