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Another Music Direct Catalog observation

I didn't want to hijack an existing thread about the current catalog's Joni cover so I started this one.

You know, I was thinking about this after I received my catalog and how burned out I was on "boomer music". I know as a Gen Xer, I've been saturated by Boomer culture since I came of age in the 80's, and my appreciation for these artists has waned in part because of their saturation in audiophile circles.

Yes, the MD catalog does pay lip service to contemporary artists, but its adherence to a musical paradigm that peaked 45 years ago or so is symptomatic of the undeniable waning of "hi-fi" as a hobby.
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ozzy
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It also is a problem with younger people actually enjoying the hardware and the hobby as we old farts do.

I can remember making so many speaker cabinets, Heathkit projects along with recordings on reel to reel, 8 track, cassettes, records, cd and now high def. All in the pursuit in the ultimate sound. This emotion and dedication is missing in those that have not experienced the adventure.

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ozzy
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Lets face it the best music was made during that era. No internet, no cable, no computers, etc. Music was the best way to express and enjoy. Too bad the sound (recording) quality was not better. I think that’s why we keep buying all the "new remastered" versions.
Someday soon all us "old people" and our sacred music will be gone, but history will still remember.

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